Nicholas Duka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Through my own struggles, I became passionate about helping others. This is where I discovered my love for mental health- on my own journey toward emotional and mental health. I am eager to help anyone who is willing and ready to receive help. I am here to create a compassionate, understanding, safe space that will help you achieve all the goals we set together in therapy. You do not have to face this struggle alone, and I am here to guide you through the challenges to help you achieve your best self, better relationships, and a more balanced life.
I enjoy helping and supporting those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and obsessive-compulsive-related disorders.
From personal experience, I know how difficult it can be to realize we need help and take the step to get it. My own therapeutic journey has inspired me to pass on what my therapist gave to me—helping me become my best self and overcome the challenges life threw at me. I would love to help you achieve your goals. Just reach out, and let's get started.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Nicholas Duka now - (815) 889-0933
Let's Connect (815) 889-0933

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Humana
- Optum
- Quartz
- Out of Network
Nicholas Duka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Email me or call with questions - (815) 889-0933
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.021393 Nicholas Duka
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Northern Illinois University, MSEd, Graduated 2024
- Certificate from EMDRIA 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Nicholas Duka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Email me or call with questions - (815) 889-0933
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Men's Issues
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Stress
Nicholas Duka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Email me or call with questions - (815) 889-0933
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Brainspotting
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Nicholas Duka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Email me or call with questions - (815) 889-0933
Location
Nearby Areas
Nicholas Duka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (815) 889-0933