About Abel
Abel Makanjuola is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage depression, anxiety, stress, and problems with substances and anger. He creates a calm, respectful space where people can talk about what feels hard. His manner is direct but warm, aimed at helping people build steady coping skills and boost self-esteem.
He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people understand their reactions and change patterns that cause pain.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on practical steps - small changes that add up over time. He also pays attention to cultural background and personal beliefs when they matter to a person’s goals. Many sessions center on building resilience and learning tools for everyday life.
That might include ways to manage strong emotions, reduce substance use, or handle persistent worry. Abel works with people at different stages of change and adapts the pace to fit what they need. Abel has six years of experience in clinical practice and holds an Illinois LCSW license.
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules according to therapist availability.
Abel aims to collaborate on realistic goals and practical strategies so people leave sessions with clear next steps.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Abel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach helps people learn specific coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as breathing, activity planning, and step-by-step behavior changes to reduce worry. Another approach targets mood and motivation, helping people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try new actions to lift mood and increase confidence.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. The therapist and client review goals, try techniques, and adjust based on what feels most helpful. Abel aims to be collaborative, explaining methods and checking in about what is working and what should change.
Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls support more in-depth conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for quick check-ins, and live chat or text-based messaging works well for brief updates or when people prefer writing. These options allow flexibility in scheduling and in how people want to engage with therapy.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Abel commonly address?
What is his therapeutic style like?
How much clinical experience does he have?
What credentials and region are associated with this therapist?
In which languages are sessions offered?
What session formats does he use?
How are costs handled for therapy?
How do I start therapy with him?
Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
Also works with
- Experience
- 6 years
- Licensed
- Illinois
- Languages
- English