he/him
Eric TessmannLCSW
Nice to meet you
Joy and suffering are two sides of the same coin, but it’s easy to lose balance and feel stuck in pain. You’re not alone. Hope is real, and healing is possible. My purpose is to help you rediscover calm, peace, and stability. In a warm, non-judgmental space, you can release what you’ve been carrying. Whether you’re working through trauma, setting goals, or navigating life’s challenges, I’m here to support you. Let’s take that first step toward healing together.
About Eric
Location
Virtual, Illinois
Insurance Accepted
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Cigna/Evernorth, Centivo, Cash (out of pocket)
Communication Style
Authentic, Calming, Casual, Open-minded, Warm
Focus areas
ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, Stress, Substance Use, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
First responders, Neurodivergence, Students
Years of Experience
1+
Hope is real, and healing is possible.
Approaches
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Languages Spoken
English
Education
MSW - Social Work, Aurora University
Interests
I like to play PC games, watch dramatic TV shows with my girlfriend, spend time in nature going for walks, do yoga on my bedroom floor while my cat bothers me, and make my girlfriend’s 6-year-old daughter laugh by talking about poopy butts.