- 35 years experience
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Relationship support
About William
Dr. William Keating is a licensed Illinois psychologist with 35 years of professional experience. He helps people who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. He aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through difficult thoughts and feelings.
He focuses on practical problem solving and clearer communication. Sessions often look at patterns that keep stress and worry going, and then test small changes that might help. He also supports people dealing with relationship and intimacy-related concerns and those navigating attention differences such as ADHD.
Dr. Keating uses evidence-informed approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method to guide sessions. That means he and the client work together on concrete skills and conversations, rather than only talking about past events. He encourages short-term goals as well as longer-term growth.
Many clients come for help with life transitions, ongoing health or caregiving stress, or trauma and abuse recovery. He also offers coaching-style work for people who want clearer planning and accountability. The style is direct but compassionate, with an emphasis on real-world changes.
He practices in Illinois and offers services in English. People who are outside the U.S. may also inquire about working together. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
How his approaches translate to online work
Many of his methods focus on clear thinking and better communication, which adapt well to remote sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses straightforward steps to identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more useful ones; it often includes homework like brief exercises or tracking moods. The Gottman Method centers on improving communication and problem-solving in relationships through structured conversations and specific exercises.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work with each person to decide whether CBT, Gottman-informed work, or a mix fits best based on goals, needs, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and may change as progress is made.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because the original biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, avoid travel time, and use shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist during the intake to learn which session arrangements are offered and which will match your routine and goals.
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Experience
35+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, relationship and intimacy-related issues, ADHD, and trauma and abuse among other concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is collaborative and practical, focusing on skills and conversations that produce change rather than only retelling problems.
How much experience does he have?
He has 35 years of professional work experience as a licensed psychologist in Illinois.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed in Illinois as an IL Psychologist and practices in that state.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are accepted; confirm any cross-border details before scheduling.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.