Jose Angel Diaz, LCSW

Jose Angel Diaz, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), brings three years of professional experience and a master's degree from the University of Chicago to his therapeutic work in Illinois. He focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and the transitions that accompany life changes. He also works with concerns such as ADHD, concentration and memory challenges, attachment issues, chronic pain and illness, control issues, impulsivity, men's issues, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.

Jose uses evidence-informed methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and trauma-focused approaches, and he centers therapy around the person's own goals and strengths. He views each person as the expert of their own story and partners with them to identify values, build coping skills, and move toward a life that feels meaningful. His practice emphasizes practical strategies for managing symptoms while honoring the individual story behind them.

Beginning therapy can require courage, and Jose acknowledges that step while offering steady support as people get started. He offers multiple ways to connect so that care can fit into a person’s life and needs, and he works collaboratively to tailor treatment to each client’s priorities and pace.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Jose draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify what matters most to them and take action toward those values even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. This approach can be useful for challenges such as anxiety, depression, and difficulty managing distress.

He also incorporates trauma-focused therapy to address the effects of traumatic experiences. This work helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce their impact on daily functioning, supporting recovery from post-traumatic stress and related symptoms.

Additionally, Jose uses client-centered principles that prioritize the person's own perspective and strengths, creating a collaborative and respectful space for change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jose works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow people to access licensed professionals from their own setting, making regular meetings more manageable while maintaining continuity of care.