Herbert Stricklin
Practical guidance for stress and relationships
LCPC Illinois
- Experience
- 35 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Intimacy-related issues
- Approaches
- Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Languages
- English
About Herbert
Herbert Stricklin is a licensed clinical professional counselor who focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, and depression. He speaks plainly and works to make the first steps toward change feel manageable.
Background and approach
Herbert aims to create a respectful and compassionate space for each person he sees. He has 35 years of experience in counseling and draws on that background to tailor conversations and plans to each person's needs.
Herbert uses practical tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change small behaviors that make life easier. He also uses ideas from the Gottman Method when relationship patterns are part of the problem, helping clients see how interactions and communication keep cycles going.
Narrative Therapy is another part of his approach, which helps people reframe difficult stories and find new meanings after trauma, loss, or big life changes. Herbert works with a wide range of concerns including addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar mood issues, and challenges around control, jealousy, and forgiveness.
He also supports people facing divorce, fatherhood questions, midlife transitions, and sexuality-related worries. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
People can expect direct conversation, clear goals, and an approach that adjusts to what actually helps them day to day.
Approaches that translate to online care
Herbert uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and practice small behavior changes that reduce stress and improve mood. CBT works well for anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, and many mood concerns.He also draws on the Gottman Method when relationship patterns are part of the picture, focusing on communication habits, rebuilding connection, and reducing negative cycles between partners. Narrative Therapy is used to help people rewrite painful stories and find new perspectives after trauma or major transitions.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Herbert discusses goals, tries methods, and adjusts the plan together with each person so the work fits their needs and preferences. That collaborative process helps decide which techniques to use in sessions.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets therapists and clients read cues and practice communication skills. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging are useful between sessions for quick updates or when writing feels easier. These options make scheduling more flexible and help therapy fit into busy lives.
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Experience
35+ years
Licensed in
Illinois
Languages
English