David Salas
New therapist

David Salas

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

·LCSW, MSW, BA
New therapist
Elmhurst, IL, United States
$80
Accepting clients

About

Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, or burnout make it hard to feel steady and confident. Many of my clients—adults, teens, and parents—want relief that feels practical, not pressured. Using EMDR and sensory‑aware strategies, I help calm the nervous system, rebuild confidence, and restore clarity. Sessions are structured, rhythmic, and restorative designed to help you feel more regulated and capable in daily life. I help clients move through anxiety, trauma, and overwhelm using EMDR and regulation‑based tools. My approach is calm, structured, and sensory‑aware, offering practical strategies that help you feel more grounded, confident, and capable in daily life. When things feel heavy or overwhelming, you deserve a calm place to land. I help adults, teens, and parents move through anxiety, trauma, and stress with EMDR and gentle, sensory‑aware tools. Therapy is steady and supportive. When it feels right, you’re welcome to reach out and begin at your own pace. Specialties: You can expect a calmer nervous system, clearer thinking, and a stronger sense of control in your daily life. Many clients notice fewer shutdowns, less overwhelm, and more confidence in handling stress. Therapy becomes a steady place to reset, rebuild, and feel more like yourself again.

I work with

Couples
Couples
Group
Group
Individual
Individual

Age groups

Adults
Adults
Children
Children
Seniors
Seniors
Teens
Teens

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Specialties

Areas of Focus

ADHDAnger ManagementAnxiety
Asperger's SyndromeBehavioral IssuesChild or AdolescentCodependencyCoping SkillsDepressionDevelopmental DisordersFamily ConflictGriefMen's IssuesOppositional DefianceRelationship IssuesTrauma and PTSDMood Disorders

Therapeutic Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
EMDR
Relational
Strength Based
Trauma Focused
Motivational Interviewing
Play Therapy
Music Therapy
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Psychodynamic

Services & Pricing

Free Consultation

15 min · Online, In Person

Free

Individual Therapy

50 min · Online, In Person

$80

Sliding scale available.

Qualifications

CALM AT HOME

Verified by Calm at Home

Licensed · LCSW, MSW, BA

David Salas · Verified May 2026

Education and Years in Practice

Attended Loyola University of Chicago, in , Graduated 2010

Insurance & Policies

Does not accept insurance

Payment Methods

Amex
Cash
Discover
HSA
Mastercard
Visa
Zelle

Location

Primary

Salas Counseling Center inc.

340 West Butterfield Road, 4c

Elmhurst, IL, 60126

United States

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Secondary Office

310 North Hammes Avenue

Joliet, IL, 60435

United States

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

340 West Butterfield Road, 4c

Elmhurst, IL, 60126 map

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I see couples, group and individual
$80 Per Session
Does not accept insurance

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