About Me.
Hello, my name is Warren J. Heard III, LCPC and I am a licensed psychotherapist in Algonquin, Illinois, providing evidence-based therapy for anxiety, panic, stress, and relationship concerns. Through individual therapy and couples counseling, I help teens and adults develop practical skills to manage anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen relationships. My approach is collaborative, solution-focused, and grounded in measurable outcomes to support meaningful change. Services are available in-person in Algonquin and via telehealth for clients throughout Illinois, including Huntley, Lake in the Hills, and surrounding McHenry County communities.
Education
2021
PH.D Canditate
National Louis University
PhD Candidate, Counselor Education & Supervision
Doctoral training with an advanced clinical emphasis on supervision, counselor competence, and ethical decision-making in complex practice settings. Clinical highlights include applied training in supervision models, multicultural and sociopolitical factors impacting treatment, evaluation of counselor performance, and the use of outcome data to inform clinical judgment. Doctoral work includes designing and conducting quantitative research relevant to clinical practice, strengthening skills in assessment selection, program evaluation, and evidence-based supervision.
2006 - 2009
Ms.Ed - Counseling
Northern Illinios University
Graduate clinical training emphasizing evidence-based psychotherapy, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Key skills developed include therapeutic alliance building, clinical documentation, case conceptualization, and the integration of measurement-based care to guide treatment and track outcomes.
2002 - 2006
BA Psychology
Northern Illinois University
Undergraduate training in psychological theory, human development, research methods, and statistics, complemented by a minor in sociology focused on social systems, culture, and group dynamics. This combined training strengthened skills in critical thinking, behavioral analysis, and understanding how social context, identity, and institutions influence individual behavior and mental health.
Counseling Approach
I work with individuals, adolescents, and couples who are high-functioning, responsible, and accustomed to managing intense demands. Many feel pressure to stay composed and productive while privately struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship strain, or difficulty fully disengaging from work and daily responsibilities. Therapy is collaborative and practical, focused on reducing overwhelm, building effective coping strategies, and helping clients feel more present, balanced, and in control, both personally and professionally.
