Meet Erik Giles

Erik: Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (he/him)

About Erik

I believe therapy should feel real, direct, and collaborative. As a licensed male therapist in Chicago and founder of Modern Therapy Alliance, I help individuals, couples, and families find clarity and confidence through conversational therapy. After a career in business and management—and raising a blended family—I came to this work later in life with a passion for helping others through authentic, practical dialogue. I don’t have all the answers, but together we’ll work on what matters most to you, whether in person at our Chicago office or via telehealth throughout Illinois.

Erik works with adults experiencing work issues as part of broader individual therapy, including how work intersects with identity, relationships, and emotional well-being.

Specialties

• Individuals, families, and couples navigating conflict through therapy
• Support for anxiety, stress, and emotional challenges
• Men’s issues, self-esteem, and life transitions
• Relationship therapy and communication work

How I Work

• Direct and conversational style
• Collaborative and goal-focused
• Integrative approach drawing from multiple methods
• Serving clients across Chicago and throughout Illinois via telehealth