- Addictions support
- Family concerns
- Social anxiety
About Adele
Adele Duba-Nagel is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience. She works with people facing addictions, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem struggles, coping with life changes, and social anxiety and phobia. Adele focuses on practical steps clients can use day to day and treats each person as an expert in their own life.
Her approach centers on collaboration and clear goals. Sessions focus on the whole person - physical and mental health, core beliefs, life context, and what matters most to the client. Conversations are guided by the client’s priorities rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
Adele helps people name strengths and patterns that get in the way. She supports practical problem solving for issues like communication problems, codependency, control issues, and substance use concerns. Work can include building motivation, reducing isolation, and addressing guilt or shame.
When relationships or family patterns are causing strain, she helps people map those dynamics and practice different ways of responding. Topics such as forgiveness, jealousy, family of origin issues, and parenting-related pressures are covered in straightforward terms.
Sessions also address life purpose and self-love, including steps toward smoking or vaping cessation. Adele invites clients to set clear, achievable goals and to track small changes over time. The focus is on usable skills and gradual progress rather than overnight fixes.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often focus on practical skills and clearer thinking. One common approach teaches ways to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce avoidance and make social situations feel more manageable. Another approach concentrates on building specific skills, such as communication, boundary-setting, and coping strategies for cravings or urges related to addiction.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences and then suggest methods that match those goals. Clients and therapist decide together what to try and adjust plans as needed based on what helps.
Confirm which session formats are offered before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - they reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and can be scheduled around work or family commitments. Some formats also make it simplest to avoid being on camera or to use a phone-only check-in when that is preferable. Ask about current session options when you start the matching process.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people dealing with addictions, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, life changes, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapy style?
She uses a person-centered, collaborative approach that focuses on your goals and strengths.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience as a clinical social worker working with related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an Illinois LCSW and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.