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Fritz Gelin

Understanding help for life transitions

LCPC Illinois

Experience
3 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English, French
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About Fritz

Fritz Gelin offers support to people navigating stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, grief, low self-esteem, depression and other life challenges. He meets clients where they are and focuses on practical skills to manage difficult emotions and behaviors while helping people reconnect with values and goals.

Background and approach

Fritz practices from a collaborative stance that emphasizes listening and tailoring strategies to each person's needs. He is an LCPC in Illinois and brings three years of formal experience as a licensed counselor.

His background includes work with a broad range of concerns such as bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive patterns, substance-related struggles, relationship and communication problems, aging and blended-family dynamics, and issues like isolation or process addictions. Fritz integrates evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral techniques alongside acceptance-based and client-centered approaches to create a flexible, action-oriented process aimed at meaningful change.

How practical therapies translate to online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through structured activities and skill practice; it is often used for anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, and many forms of stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes developing psychological flexibility by clarifying values, practicing acceptance of difficult feelings, and committing to meaningful action, which can help with chronic distress and motivation-related problems.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will explore a client’s goals, preferences, and symptom patterns and then recommend techniques or a combination of approaches that fit those needs. Clients are invited to give feedback and adjust the plan as therapy unfolds so methods match evolving priorities.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care accessible and easier to fit into daily life. These options allow for flexible scheduling and ongoing skill work between sessions, enabling consistent progress even when in-person meetings are not practical.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Fritz commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction-related issues, depression, grief, self-esteem struggles, relationship and family difficulties, anger, bipolar challenges, ADHD, and related concerns such as isolation and process addictions.
How does he approach therapy and change?
His style blends cognitive behavioral techniques with acceptance and client-centered practices to help clients build coping skills, shift unhelpful patterns, and connect actions to values.
What is his clinical and professional background?
He holds an LCPC credential and has three years of experience as a licensed counselor working with a wide range of behavioral health concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice and what are the credential details?
He is licensed in Illinois as an LCPC with licence number IL LCPC 180.011479.
Which languages are available for sessions and are international clients accepted?
He offers services in English and French and accepts international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are fees structured for therapy with him?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-love

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English, French