Abani Dhewajoo , LCSW

Abani Dhewajoo is an Illinois-licensed LCSW with 13 years of experience as a professional social worker and six years practicing as a therapist. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she brings clinical training and a focus on mental health to her work in Illinois.

She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, motivation challenges, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and adjustments related to life changes. Her clinical background emphasizes helping clients build coping skills and regain a sense of stability and purpose.

Abani’s therapeutic approach is warm and interactive, grounded in a strength-based perspective that honors each person’s resilience. She prioritizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and avoids stigmatizing labels when supporting individuals through difficult moments.

Her practice blends cognitive-behavioral strategies, dialectical-behavior techniques, humanistic principles, and psychodynamic ideas so that treatment can be tailored to each person’s needs. Abani collaborates with clients to shape the dialogue and create a treatment plan that fits their goals and circumstances.

She believes clients are the experts in their own stories and that existing strengths can be mobilized to meet life’s challenges. Taking the first step toward a more satisfying life requires courage, and Abani aims to provide steady support throughout that process.

Could virtual sessions be the right fit?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life transitions - research indicates that online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can connect with licensed professionals in the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to access support from home.

Therapists who offer virtual care are licensed professionals, and clients may request a different therapist at any time if they are seeking a different fit. For many people, online therapy provides a practical and effective way to pursue personal growth and coping strategies with professional guidance.