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Antonio Ellzey, Sr., LCPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Antonio is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.6 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Antonio. View 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

Recent reviews

Antonio Ellzey as a therapist and clinician has fostered an atmosphere conducive to my healing. I've gradually evaluated past life experiences good and bad as they relate to who I am today. As a consequence of therapy I'm more present and have developed better coping skills such as conflict resolution, healthy assertiveness and working through a grieving process. Issues of work life balance are so connected to healing and implementing emotional intelligence in interpersonal relationships. Mr. Ellzey has helped me better my emotional, Spiritual, familial, work and social relationships and for this, I'm deeply grateful. Consequently, I recommend therapy for anyone seeking to better there life and Better help as forum and Mr. Ellzey as a professional, dynamic, skilled, compassionate, thoughtful clinician.

Reviewed January 2025

I highly recommend the therapeutic services of Mr. Antonio Ellzey. As a therapist he has assisted me with great counsel. I have been aided in grieving family loss, navigating relationships, goal setting and conflict resolution at my workplace. Mr. Ellzey is insightful, thoughtful, supportive and I have grown personally, professionally, emotionally and spirituality from his instruction, challenges and insights.

Reviewed July 2024

More about Antonio

  • 22 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCPC

Therapeutic Orientation

I am Antonio C. Ellzey, Sr., MS, LCPC, NCC received both undergraduate (B. A. / Liberal Arts) and graduate (M. S. / Counseling) degrees at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL, Ph. D. / Counseling Education & Supervision (Student), Adler University, Chicago, IL (2018-Present). I am retired military (Army Reserves) after 20 years. I am married, and I have 4 children, two of whom are adult age.

Antonio is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), as well as a National Certified Counselor (NCC). In the Fall of 2018 Antonio entered t...

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Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Depression Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders
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Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
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Licenses

Antonio Ellzey, Sr.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174909451.

  • LCPC · Illinois · 180.009728 · Expires March 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Antonio Ellzey, Sr.

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.6

10 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Healing Helped Recommend Thoughtful Amazing Attentive Confidence Grateful Insightful

Antonio Ellzey as a therapist and clinician has fostered an atmosphere conducive to my healing. I've gradually evaluated past life experiences good and bad as they relate to who I am today. As a consequence of therapy I'm more present and have developed better coping skills such as conflict resolution, healthy assertiveness and working through a grieving process. Issues of work life balance are so connected to healing and implementing emotional intelligence in interpersonal relationships. Mr. Ellzey has helped me better my emotional, Spiritual, familial, work and social relationships and for this, I'm deeply grateful. Consequently, I recommend therapy for anyone seeking to better there life and Better help as forum and Mr. Ellzey as a professional, dynamic, skilled, compassionate, thoughtful clinician.

Reviewed January 2025

I highly recommend the therapeutic services of Mr. Antonio Ellzey. As a therapist he has assisted me with great counsel. I have been aided in grieving family loss, navigating relationships, goal setting and conflict resolution at my workplace. Mr. Ellzey is insightful, thoughtful, supportive and I have grown personally, professionally, emotionally and spirituality from his instruction, challenges and insights.

Reviewed July 2024

Mr. Antonio Ellzey Sr is a therapist of great knowledge, care, expertise and professionalism. Having been in consultation with him he has aided in my increased focus, confidence and drive. I've worked through a great deal of inner healing and made many strides in improving my personal self image, interpersonal relationships with family, Co- workers, church family and friends. The modalities taught and many questions and challenges expressed have helped me clarify inner turmoil, heal and move forward. I'm hopeful it has been a blessing to reach this place. I highly recommend Mr. Ellzey Sr he is therapist of high caliber and competency.

Reviewed November 2023

This service saved my marriage and my spiritual life.

Reviewed November 2019

I have a lot going on on and it amazing to talk to someone who Can see all sides

Reviewed August 2020

Antonio is a very great counselor. Coming into counseling, I didn’t know how to manage my intense emotions and how to communicate them properly. He has taught me so many ways to cope with my feelings and to express them assertively. He listens and is very attentive. I am so glad he is my counselor, he has helped me so much.

Reviewed August 2020

Best Doc ever. You can tell he cares. Very intelligent concise and thorough.

Reviewed July 2020

Dr. Ellzy is very compassionate and supporting about people achieving their full potential. I feel he provides that to me . It really makes a big difference in having a Greater more Positive Mindset.

Reviewed June 2020

Antonio has been a good therapist, and has provided practical ways to resolve many internal troubles.

Reviewed December 2019

Antonio is very positive, offers practical and useful tools rather than only listening, and feels like a partner in my mental health journey.

Reviewed September 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Antonio Ellzey, Sr. offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Antonio Ellzey, Sr. works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Antonio Ellzey, Sr. speak?

Antonio Ellzey, Sr. speaks English.

How many years of experience does Antonio Ellzey, Sr. have?

Antonio Ellzey, Sr. has 22 years of experience.

Where is Antonio Ellzey, Sr. licensed to practice?

Antonio Ellzey, Sr. is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Antonio Ellzey, Sr. accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Antonio Ellzey, Sr. does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Antonio Ellzey, Sr. offer?

Antonio Ellzey, Sr. offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Antonio Ellzey, Sr.?

Antonio Ellzey, Sr. can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Antonio Ellzey, Sr.?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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