
Jessica Cao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
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Chicago, IL 60607
Let's Connect (312) 967-0117

English
| 中文 I have lived most of my life in East Asia (born and raised in mainland China), shortly in East Europe (Lithuania), and resided in North America (United States) since my early 20s. My background is in philosophy, journalism, communication studies, human service, and medical interpretation before I become a social worker. I have worked with international students/workers, 1st/1.5/2nd generation of immigrants, and trauma survivors. My interests include multicultural topics, eating disorders and body image concerns, sexual violence and sexual trauma, religious trauma and spirituality concerns, and difficulties in life transitions.
I can provide services in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. I often borrow therapy techniques from CBT, DBT, ACT, somatic experiencing, sex therapy, and integrate religion and spirituality. I utilize multicultural, client-centered, strength-based approaches toward trauma-informed treatment and believe in the power of love, compassion, and appreciation.
Wherever you are, I will work collaboratively with you toward where you want to go. I hope to be your ally, standing firmly with you and prioritizing your benefits. I hope to be your mirror, reflecting your patterns with yourself and others. I hope to be your supporter, walking with you and preparing you to live a life worth living.
Call or Email Jessica Cao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (312) 967-0117
Let's Connect (312) 967-0117

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
Insurance
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (312) 967-0117

Jessica Cao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149026121 Aoxuan Cao
- In Practice for 6 Years
- Membership with National Association of Social Workers (NASW) 886854020 / 2021
- Membership with American Psychological Association (APA) C2103522920 / 2022
- Attended University of Chicago, MSW, Graduated 2021
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Sex Therapy
- Spirituality
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Asian
I also speak
Cantonese ,
Mandarin
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Asian
I also speak
Cantonese ,
Mandarin
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (312) 967-0117

Jessica Cao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW