Last edited 02/10/2026

Headshot of Micah Caldwell Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Micah Caldwell

He / Him / His

Accepting New Clients
Online in Illinois and California
Headshot of Micah Caldwell Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Identifies As
He / Him / HisCisgenderWhiteHeterosexualLiving with ADHD, Millennial
Get To Know Me
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyAddictionCollege & graduate student issuesMen's health
General Expertise
Work StressRelationship IssuesLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemSocial AnxietyAcademic challengesADHDLife transitionsMood disordersParenting issuesPhobias & fearsStressSubstance abuseTransition to new parenthoodTraumaMarriage issuesBurnout
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesCulturally Sensitive TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyHumanistic TherapyMulticultural TherapyNarrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Solution-Focused Brief TherapyNeurodiversity-AffirmingInterpersonal Psychotherapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AnthemBlue Shield of CaliforniaUnitedHealthCare (UHC)Blue Cross Blue Shield of IllinoisOptumUnitedHealthcare
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
First Session:$255
Individual Therapy:$205
Professional Background
LicensureIllinois, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, 180.013357California, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, 5913
Education
Marquette University, Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Addictions Counseling, 2013
Work HistoryMy work as a therapist has taken place in a variety of settings, which has shaped how I understand people and the challenges they bring into therapy. I began my career working with individuals struggling with substance use, in both residential and outpatient programs. That work taught me how overwhelming it can feel to be stuck in patterns you want to change, and how important it is to have support that’s both compassionate and practical. I later worked with people experiencing homelessness and individuals who had recently been incarcerated, many of whom were also living with serious mental health concerns. In that setting, I saw firsthand how trauma, instability, and systems beyond a person’s control can deeply affect mental health. This work strengthened my ability to meet people where they are, without judgment, and focus on what will actually help them move forward. I then spent several years working with children and adolescents who had recently arrived in the United States seeking asylum. Supporting young people through major transitions, uncertainty, and loss shaped my approach to therapy in a lasting way. It reinforced the importance of safety, trust, and helping clients regain a sense of control in their lives. More recently, I worked in a smaller clinic providing therapy to undergraduate and graduate students. This is where I deepened my work with anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, and the pressure many students feel to perform, succeed, and have everything figured out. It also helped me better understand how mental health and academic life intersect. I now run a private practice where I focus on providing thoughtful, consistent care in a setting that allows for real connection and flexibility. My background across these different environments helps me bring perspective, patience, and adaptability into my work. No matter what you’re coming in with, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and better equipped to handle what life is putting in front of you.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Micah Caldwell, LCPC, LPCC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.