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- Stress and anxiety
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Depression and mood
About Johanna
LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) in Illinois with ten years of experience, Johanna Gerhardt helps people address stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, anger, and depression. She works directly with individuals to talk through practical problems and build manageable strategies. Sessions focus on clear goals and steady progress rather than labels or long explanations.
Gerhardt adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person’s situation. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions and chooses methods that fit the concern at hand. This can mean short skills practice, focused problem-solving, or paced discussion about emotions and behaviors.
She has particular experience with co-occurring issues, communication problems, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), drug and alcohol addiction, and family-related stress. Gerhardt also supports people dealing with isolation, life-purpose questions, midlife transitions, money concerns, mood disorders, postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder, self-worth and women's issues, and challenges common to young adults.
Her style is direct and practical. Work in sessions often includes identifying triggers, trying specific coping steps, and reviewing what helped between meetings. Progress is tracked by small, observable changes rather than abstract measures.
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; cost varies with location. To begin, choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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How evidence-based methods are used in online sessions
Gerhardt uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions. One common approach is focused skills practice, where a person learns specific coping steps for anxiety, anger, or cravings and then tries them between meetings. This helps with everyday stress and relapse prevention for substance use issues.Another frequent element is problem-focused work that breaks down relationship or communication problems into clear parts. That approach looks at interactions, identifies patterns, and tests small behavior changes to see what improves communication or reduces conflict.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then choose methods together. Clients and therapist review what works and adjust plans based on real outcomes and comfort with the techniques.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow brief check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people use whichever setting or pace best supports focused conversation and practice.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and anger issues, and depression. Additional focuses include communication problems, DMDD, postpartum depression, SAD, and midlife concerns.
What kind of approach does she use in sessions?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts methods to the person's needs. Sessions emphasize practical steps, skills practice, and problem-solving.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That experience includes work with addictions and mood-related concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, licensed in Illinois. Her practice is based in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is shown during sign-up.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling the first session. The questionnaire helps match needs and goals.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.