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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Illinois

Struggling with substance use or addictive behaviors? Headway connects you with 843 licensed providers across Illinois who specialize in addiction recovery using evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage to support your path to sobriety.

Sophie Mbua

Sophie Mbua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a partnership with my clients to help them succeed at their goals and get the outcome that works best for them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joanna Oyer

Joanna Oyer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is committed to helping people work through their issues. I have experience working with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic illness, cancer, end of life, caregiver stress, grief and loss, addiction, gender, abuse and relationship issues. I have had the privilege of helping many people in their journey. I believe everyone has the ability to heal, grow and find hope with the right support.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kourtnee Mezo

Kourtnee Mezo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe recovery is not about perfection, but about progress, resilience, and reconnecting with the life you want to live.”
Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Jones

Michelle Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create an environment that is welcoming and warm, one that is communicative and nonjudgemental.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicole Younger

Nicole Younger

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My aim is to provide a safe and compassionate environment for my clients to explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and work toward their personal goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gabriella Palma

Gabriella Palma

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that healing looks different for everyone, and I'm here to walk alongside you in that process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ana Sikula

Ana Sikula

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


If you're an adult navigating anxiety, depression, or relationship stress — and maybe feeling like

no one quite understands where you're coming from — you're in the right place. I've been

practicing for 15 years across community and clinical settings, working with adults and older

adults on mood, relationships, and the weight of everyday life. I'm bilingual in English and

Spanish, and having lived abroad myself, I genuinely enjoy working with people from a wide

range of cultural backgrounds. You don't have to explain your world to me — I'm here to

understand it.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charis Allen

Charis Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices while remaining flexible and tailored to your unique needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Oluwatoyin Awosika

Oluwatoyin Awosika

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe effective treatment is more than prescribing medication—it's about understanding the whole person.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Segal

Emily Segal

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work within a relational-cultural framework, which is based on the idea that disconnection is a source of suffering.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Serena Wadhwa

Serena Wadhwa

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work from a Gestalt and Existential orientation; however, integrate counseling, psychology, substance use disorder, and trauma evidence-based practices and approaches.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kate Sinclair

Kate Sinclair

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered whether you're navigating a mental health challenge, exploring personal growth, or just looking for clarity in a complex situation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Rodriguez

Mary Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe everyone has a story that needs to be heard and worked through so they can be the best version of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Karla Schulte

Karla Schulte

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I see my role as a guide—someone who creates a safe, supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences with honesty and curiosity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karla Bonkowski Magnan

Karla Bonkowski Magnan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“For 20 years I specialized in divorce issues, both in families with high amounts of conflict and custody disagreements...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Lawal

Amanda Lawal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • St. Charles, IL


“I believe effective psychiatric care starts with listening. Many people come to treatment feeling unheard, misunderstood, or frustrated after years of struggling with symptoms that haven't improved.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gary Spring

Gary Spring

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hinsdale, IL


“I've spent over 16 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life changes, and I focus on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and how to start making changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Raquel Cameron

Raquel Cameron

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is compassionate, direct, and collaborative, creating a space where clients can openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shannon Chien

Shannon Chien

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi there! My name is Shannon, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist passionate about working with relational dynamics of all shapes and sizes. I am particularly invested in helping clients navigate differences in expectations of intimacy, responsibility, and accountability. While neurotypical, I have extensive experience making space for neurodivergent voices in and out of the therapy room. Born in the US and raised in Taiwan, I provide therapy services in both English and Mandarin.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Danielle Kendall

Danielle Kendall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Lenox, IL


“Patients often describe my style as thorough, collaborative, and easy to talk to, and I'm committed to helping each person understand their options and feel supported in their treatment journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathryn Klee

Kathryn Klee

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“After you share your story with me know that I will always support and empower you in a nonjudgmental safe space.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I work with my patients in a partnership that lets us build a plan that will work the best for them!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sarah Allen

Sarah Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is gentle, person‐centered, and strengths‐based, using solution‐focused and cognitive behavioral techniques to help young people feel more confident, understood, and connected with themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Georgianna Olivieri

Georgianna Olivieri

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My collaborative therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients to identify and fuel the power of their unique strengths to manage and overcome mental health and substance use challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michael Marcum

Michael Marcum

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I believe people can change, no matter how stuck they feel. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship struggles, or substance use, my goal is to provide a place where you feel heard, challenged, and supported. I use practical, evidence-based approaches like CBT, REBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help you build lasting change. Therapy changed my own life, and I'm passionate about helping others find hope, healing, and a path forward.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Creamer-Tate

Mary Creamer-Tate

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am empathetic and approachable. My goal is to support clients in a non-judgmental and relatable way as they reach their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Leah O'Brien

Leah O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Ms. O'Brien is integrative in her treatment approach, often combining cognitive-behavioral, emotion-focused, and motivational interviewing approaches.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paula Comm

Paula Comm

Therapist

Virtual • Schaumburg, IL


“My approach to treatment is collaborative - one in which the process is directed by the goals of the clients and tools are explored, learned and practiced to move toward desired change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sierra Abel

Sierra Abel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with individuals struggling with disordered eating and body image concerns. I am EMDR trained and also a certified yoga instructor.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashlee Hargrove

Ashlee Hargrove

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I believe therapy should feel safe, empowering and collaborative. I approach each client with compassion, curiosity and respect for their lived experience. In our work together, you can expect honesty, encouragement and practical tools you can apply outside of sessions.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Imaan Ahmed

Imaan Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • Westchester, IL


“I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel genuinely understood, supported, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bethany Judson

Bethany Judson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to explore what has brought you to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristoffer Barrington

Kristoffer Barrington

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Kristoffer strives to create an individualized approach, guided by his client's values and goals, to help them make significant, positive steps forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Diana Thomas

Dr. Diana Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring a warm, open-minded approach to working with people of all ages and backgrounds who are facing challenges like anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or anything affecting their well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kurt Jackson

Kurt Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect to takeaway a therapeutic or treatment plan that has routines and assignments that they can use on a daily basis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sherri Larson

Sherri Larson

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


Hello, I’m Sherri Larson, an LCPC who is passionate about helping people feel grounded, understood, and supported. I’ve worked with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship difficulties, and I value the resilience people bring to therapy.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Idayat Adekunle

Dr. Idayat Adekunle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to build trust with each patient while providing compassionate, comprehensive care focused on improving long-term outcomes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Antionette Cardenas

Dr. Antionette Cardenas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I integrate evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and trauma-informed care to help clients develop practical tools for healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Strazzante

Michelle Strazzante

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Michelle empowers individuals to create a healthy lifestyle and reduce symptoms, enabling them or their families to reach their highest potential.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kenyatta Black

Kenyatta Black

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is a open minded approach. I make sure I am actively listening to what you are saying and building on those skills that will help you to get where you want to be in this Journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Illinois

Number of therapists serving Illinois
There are over 831 therapists in Illinois accepting new patients.
831+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 82%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 93%Cigna
  • 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%French
  • 1%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 29%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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