SYDNEY GIDEON, LCSW, LISW, CCTP
(She/Her)
Preferred Name: Sydney
About Me
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel understood, supported, and comfortable being yourself. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental, while also being direct and willing to challenge you when it can help you better understand yourself and create meaningful change.
I specialize in working with adults navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, relationship and attachment concerns, and the lasting impact of difficult or distressing life experiences. You may feel stuck in old patterns, notice that past experiences continue to affect how you respond or connect with others, or simply recognize that something from your past still feels unresolved.
I use a trauma-informed approach and tailor therapy to your individual experiences, needs, and goals. I integrate EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, attachment-based work, and other evidence-based approaches to help clients process difficult experiences, understand patterns, and reduce the ways the past impacts the present.
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is a meaningful part of the therapeutic process. I work to create a space where you can be honest, curious, and fully yourself while feeling supported as we explore both where you've been and what you need now.
Education & Experience
I am a graduate of New York’s Columbia School of Social Work where I focused on health, mental health, and disabilities.
I am an EMDR Certified therapist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), with specialized training in trauma-informed treatment and EMDR. Visit our page about EMDR to learn more.
I conducted research exploring romantic attraction and dating experiences among young adults across dating apps and offline dating. The study was published in the Journal of Social Psychology Research in September 2022.
I am licensed in both Illinois and Ohio.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
SG Therapy Group
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
Medical Mutual
Serves clients in
- Illinois (IL)
- Ohio (OH)