- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and intimacy
- CBT and Gottman
About William
Dr. William Keating is an Illinois licensed psychologist with 35 years of professional experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, and life changes.
He helps people talk through what is most urgent in their lives. Sessions focus on everyday problems like starting or leaving jobs, relationship strain, self-esteem, and the pressure of major life transitions. He also supports clients dealing with trauma, abuse, and long-term health or caregiving stress.
His style is direct and practical. He uses evidence-based approaches to help clients learn new skills and shift unhelpful patterns. Conversations aim to clarify problems, try small changes, and review what does and does not work.
Dr. Keating also brings experience with relationship work and communication problems. He uses methods that address how partners interact and how individuals rebuild trust and closeness. This can include coaching around commitment issues and resolving repeated conflicts.
People who reach out often want clear steps and help getting unstuck. He works in English and accepts international clients. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site's matching flow and schedule a first session to see if the fit feels right.
How his methods translate to online sessions
Dr. Keating commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method in his practice. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and depression. The Gottman Method concentrates on communication habits between partners and practical steps to improve trust and conflict conversations.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with the client about their goals and preferences and choose techniques together. That collaborative process helps decide whether to emphasize skills practice, communication work, or a mix of methods.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and remove the need to travel. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT exercises and Gottman-style communication coaching for virtual sessions when the format fits the client's needs.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses practical, evidence-based methods to identify patterns, try small changes, and build skills that help with everyday problems.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 35 years of professional experience as a psychologist practicing in Illinois.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an Illinois Psychologist, listed as IL Psychologist 071.001764, and practices from Illinois.
Can I work with him if I live outside the US?
International clients are accepted; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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