Do you offer virtual sessions?

Yes. I offer telehealth appointments anywhere in Illinois, as well as in-person sessions at Clarity Clinic in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood. Many clients do a mix of both.

What happens in the first session?

The first session is mostly about getting to know each other — what's bringing you to therapy, what you've tried before, and what you're hoping will be different. There's no pressure to have it all figured out ahead of time.

Do you work with neurodivergent adults?

Yes — this is an area of specialized focus. I hold advanced certifications in ACT for ADHD and ACT for Autism, and I aim to work with how your mind actually operates rather than pushing a one-size-fits-all approach.

What insurance do you accept?

I'm in-network with Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. If you have a different plan, I'm happy to talk through self-pay or out-of-network reimbursement options.

How do I know if we're a good fit?

The best way to find out is a short conversation. Reach out through the form below or by phone, and we can talk through what you're looking for before committing to anything.

You don't have to have it figured out to start.

Warm, practical therapy for anxiety, life transitions, and the everyday weight of feeling stuck — with specialized experience supporting neurodivergent adults (ADHD/autism) and identity exploration.

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A space to show up as yourself — without judgment or pressure.

Therapy works best when it doesn't feel like a performance. My goal is to create a space where you can be honest about what's actually going on — without needing to have it all figured out first.

I work primarily from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) framework, drawing on mindfulness-based, existential, and humanistic approaches depending on what fits you. I hold advanced certifications in ACT for Anxiety & Depression, ACT for ADHD, and ACT for Autism, and I completed my Master of Clinical Social Work at Boston University.

I'm not here to fix you. I'm here to walk alongside you as you build the flexibility and clarity to become the person you want to be — grounded in curiosity, humility, and a genuine effort to meet you where you are.

My Approach

Practical, individualized, and grounded in ACT.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy isn't about eliminating hard thoughts and feelings — it's about changing your relationship to them, so they stop running the show. In practice, that looks like:

Understand the pattern

We start by getting curious about the thoughts, beliefs, and coping strategies that may no longer be serving you — without judgment.

Build flexibility

Rather than fighting difficult emotions, we work on responding to them in ways that keep you moving toward what matters.

Move toward your values

Every session is grounded in what you actually want your life to look like — not a generic template of "better."

Support for the things that are actually weighing on you.

Anxiety & overwhelm

Practical tools for the racing thoughts, avoidance, and physical tension that come with chronic worry — without asking you to just "stop worrying."

Neurodivergence

Affirming, informed support for ADHD and autistic adults — working with how your brain actually works, not against it.

Life transitions & identity

Career shifts, relationship changes, or the quieter work of figuring out who you are and what you actually want

Relationships & connection

Working through relationship patterns, communication struggles, and peer or family dynamics that feel stuck.

Depression & burnout

Rebuilding energy, motivation, and a sense of direction when everything has started to feel heavy or flat

Life coaching & direction

Structured, values-based support for people who aren't in crisis but want more clarity, focus, or momentum.

In-Person: 929 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657

Eric Baldukas, LSW - Therapy - Clarity Clinic, Chicago IL

Typically weekly, adjusted to what you need

Individual sessions for adults

In-person or telehealth appointments

What to expect.

Sessions are available in-person at Clarity Clinic in Lakeview, or virtually anywhere in Illinois — whichever fits your life better. I work with adults, including older adults, in individual one-on-one sessions.

FAQ

Common questions

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker · State of Illinois

Disclaimer: This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or establish a therapeutic relationship. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 or 988 immediately.