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Therapist profile
William [Bill] Morgan Jr, LCPC, LMFT
Illinois
Licensed counselor and marriage therapist - Addictions and life transitions
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- Credentials
- LCPC, LMFT
- License
- LMFT, Illinois / 166000131; LCPC, Illinois / 180000552
- NPI
- 1407579725
- Experience
- 40 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
About
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About William
William (Bill) Morgan Jr is an Illinois-licensed therapist with 40 years of experience. He holds LCPC and LMFT credentials and works with adults facing addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem, career questions, and life transitions such as midlife changes and aging-related issues.
He uses straightforward conversation to help people sort through what feels overwhelming. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, figuring out practical steps, and building coping skills that fit everyday life. He draws on client-centered listening to understand each person's priorities and goals.
Bill also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. He applies solution-focused techniques to set clear, short-term goals and track small changes. Existential ideas come into play when clients are weighing life purpose, meaning, or big choices.
In work with addictions and domestic violence survivors he addresses family-of-origin patterns and control issues one step at a time. He helps people who struggle with codependency-related patterns such as people-pleasing or losing themselves in relationships to set boundaries and clarify personal values.
Practical matters like workplace stress, money worries, and career decisions are taken seriously and integrated into therapy. The approach is active and problem-focused when needed, and reflective when clients want to examine deeper life questions.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the client. In online sessions that can mean spending time clarifying concerns, priorities, and what a better week looks like. It helps when someone needs a space to be heard and to make concrete plans.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and actions together. In virtual work this often becomes brief practice between sessions - trying a new behavior, testing a different thought, and reporting back. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and addictive patterns where small behavioral experiments can change routines.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which combination of methods fits best, based on the client's goals, preferences, and daily life. That choice can shift as progress is made or new issues appear.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or travel, and can reduce commuting time. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or phone-only options when bandwidth is limited.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, relationship and family issues, grief, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses direct conversation, client-centered listening, and goal-focused work. Techniques include CBT and solution-focused methods alongside existential reflection.
How much experience does he have?
He has 40 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of adult concerns and life stages.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LCPC and LMFT credentials and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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