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Licensed to practice in Illinois and accepts 30 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression and 10 more.

Marcus Jack

LCPC, 12 years of experience
Open-minded
Authentic
Solution oriented
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Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? I’m here to help you navigate stress, conflict, anxiety, and depression. Whether you're an individual, couple, or family, I’ll provide the tools and strategies to improve your well-being, regain control, and move forward with confidence. Together, we'll develop a winning game plan to strengthen your sense of purpose—shifting from struggling day-to-day to truly thriving.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session, you can expect to break the ice and get to know each other in a safe space. I’ll listen to your concerns and help you begin evaluating both the challenges and opportunities in your life. Together, we’ll lay the foundation for the work ahead and set the stage for meaningful progress.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strengths as a provider are my empathy, compassion, and ability to truly listen. I take the time to understand your situation. Also, I'm a strong troubleshooter who helps find practical solutions for overcoming challenges.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Many clients come to me feeling lost, hopeless, and overwhelmed, often wanting to regain control and make meaningful changes but unsure where to start. If you're ready to take steps toward growth—whether it's building confidence, improving communication, or finding more purpose in your life—our work together can help. We’ll collaborate as a team to create a personalized plan that’s tailored to your unique needs.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Coping Skills

Depression

Other specialties

Career Counseling

Chronic Illness

Couples Counseling

Family Conflict

Family Therapy

Learning Disabilities

Men's Issues

Peer Relationships

Self Esteem

Spirituality

I identify as

Black / African American

Man

Person of Color (POC)

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Elders (65 and above)

Licensed in

Illinois

Accepts

Aetna

Aetna - ASR Health Benefits

Aetna - Allied Benefits

Aetna - Luminare

Aetna - Medicare

Aetna - Moda

Aetna - WebTPA

Aetna – HealthEZ

All Savers

Amerihealth Administrators

Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage

AvMed

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Independence Blue Cross

Independence Administrators

Cash - $130 per session

Golden Rule

Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Optum

OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions

Oscar

Oxford

Surest (formerly Bind)

UMR - Advocate Aurora Health

United Medical Resources

UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have extensive experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a highly effective treatment that focuses on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and behaviors contributing to stress, anxiety, depression, and other challenges. CBT emphasizes the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, helping clients find new ways to respond by changing these patterns. In therapy, I may incorporate strategies such as role-playing and assigning homework to reinforce the skills learned in session.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Mindfulness is about focusing on the present and accepting your thoughts, feelings, and sensations intentionally and without judgment. In therapy, I use mindfulness to help you become more self-aware, manage stress, and handle negative perceptions. We might use simple techniques like deep breathing, guided meditation, or exercises to help you stay grounded, break free from overthinking, and develop a healthier relationship with yourself and others.

Person-centered (Rogerian)

Person-Centered Therapy works by creating a therapeutic environment characterized by empathy, acceptance, and authenticity. In this supportive setting, clients are encouraged to explore their inner experiences and emotions without fear of judgment.

Couples Counseling

I work with both partners to help them gain insight into the root of their issues, rebuild trust if needed, and promote individual and collective growth. The main aim is to help couples create healthier dynamics and find better ways to relate to each other.

, 145 ratings

23 ratings with written reviews

June 30, 2026

Just finished my first session with Marcus. I never thought I would sit with a male therapist but Marcus has already proven to be a great fit. He was warm, empathetic, challenged my thinking, and has immediately provided some steps for my care. I am very happy with this choice.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 1 with Marcus

June 29, 2026

In my first session Marcus was excellent at listening and being empathetic with my concerns. I love the way he stayed focus on my stated goals. I am excited for our future sessions.

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Marcus

June 26, 2026

First impressions, Marcus was empathetic, solution-oriented, grounded, smart, authentic, and warm. Looking forward to next session

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Marcus