JD Ferrell, LPC

Licensed Therapist • Podcast Host • Community Builder
Based in Chicago, IL — working with individuals, couples, and men ready to do the real work of healing, identity, and growth.

A Modern Man Podcast

A Modern Man Podcast

Real conversations about identity, mental health, masculinity, and what it means to show up fully in the world today. Hosted by JD Ferrell — therapist, thinker, and truth-teller.

Brothers in Power

Brothers in Power

A hybrid online/in-person group for Black men 18+. We explore anger, identity, masculinity, trauma, and liberation through discussion, journaling, and peer support. 90-minute sessions. Open enrollment.

Therapy & Counseling

Therapy & Counseling

Individual and couples therapy grounded in psychoanalytic theory and liberation psychology. Specializing in race & cultural identity, trauma, men's issues, anxiety, anger, and relationships. Accepting in-person and telehealth clients in Illinois.

The Modern HQ

The Modern HQ is a creative space built around honest conversations — on life, identity, culture, masculinity, and what growth really looks like. Here's everything happening under the roof.

A Modern Man Podcast

Conversations on masculinity, mental health, race, and modern life. New episodes at themodern.fm.

YouTube Channel

Video episodes and conversations at The Modern HQ on YouTube. Subscribe and join the community.

Brothers in Power

A hybrid men's group for Black men 18+. Exploring anger, identity, trauma, and liberation. 90-minute sessions. Open enrollment year-round.

Individual Therapy

Working with adults and teens navigating race, identity, gender, PTSD, anxiety, and personal growth. In-person in Chicago and via telehealth across Illinois.

Couples & Relationship Counseling

Supporting couples through communication, connection, premarital counseling, and the complexities of modern partnership. Affirming of diverse relationship styles.

Follow on Instagram

Stay connected at @themodernhq and @themoderntherapistJD.

Work With Me

I'm currently accepting new telehealth and in-person clients in Illinois. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. A free 10-minute phone consultation is the first step — reach out below or book directly through one of my profiles.