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Connect with experienced therapists throughout Illinois via Headway's network of 2,411 providers. Many offer free consultations and next-day availability, with sessions covered by major insurances like Aetna, Anthem, and United Healthcare—some patients pay as little as $0 per visit.

Ethel Gugenheim

Ethel Gugenheim

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working in the mental health field 6+years. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages, navigating trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, and complex life transitions. My background includes clinical, school-based, and higher-level care settings, which allows me to understand how emotional challenges show up across different environments and stages of life.

I specialize in trauma-informed care and work with clients who feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from themselves or others. My training includes CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and I have completed specialized training working with betrayal Trauma and sex addiction through IITAP. I am especially experienced in supporting clients who have complex cases and/ or deep rooted negative beliefs helping them to build stability, insight, and resilience in a way that feels sustainable and empowering.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniella Appiagyei

Daniella Appiagyei

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Dr. Appiagyei supports exploring ones childhood and life experience to not only gain an understanding of self and actions but also to heal and let go of unhealthy habits in pursuit of future growth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kim Olver

Kim Olver

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on helping you understand yourself so you can create healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marci L Zago

Marci L Zago

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's getting in the way and build practical tools to feel more confident and balanced.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Kaufman

Rachel Kaufman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I believe the relationship between a client and therapist is most important. It takes courage to show up and be honest about where you are and I take that trust seriously. My job is to show up just as honestly, and to meet you exactly where you are in this moment of your life.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Marcin Mika

Marcin Mika

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the best treatment starts with listening. My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and focused on keeping care practical, personalized, and easy to understand.”
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yuvonia Coleman

Yuvonia Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients often describe me as warm, patient, approachable, and truly invested in their healing journey.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Johanna Jameson

Johanna Jameson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orland Park, IL


“My therapeutic approach is holistic, addressing the mind-body connection to promote emotional healing and overall well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kayla Button

Kayla Button

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kankakee, IL


“I use an eclectic approach to meet you where you're at & help you find your strengths to grow and live your best life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kiersten Sippio

Dr. Kiersten Sippio

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“As someone who is neurodivergent myself, I bring both professional training and genuine empathy to my work.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Hinchcliff

Rebecca Hinchcliff

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with veterans, caregivers, and individuals impacted by dementia-related disorders.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. John Brolley

Dr. John Brolley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Frankfort, IL


“I have twenty years experience working with clients who have struggled with anxiety, depression, high stress, and those that feel stuck, not sure what to do next?”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Andrea Morse

Dr. Andrea Morse

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to treatment is relational and highly individualized. We will work together to clarify your needs and meet your goals.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Spencer Pfeil

Spencer Pfeil

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Crystal Lake, IL


“We'll identify the "stuck" thought patterns and core beliefs that fuel depression and addiction and replace them with a more accurate, empowering narrative.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Mascenic

Jessica Mascenic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mount Prospect, IL


“Most of my work centers around mindfulness awareness and practices in addition to utilizing art as therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Wyant

Heather Wyant

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am committed to working together with you, helping you to meet life's challenges and reach your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Weisman

Carolyn Weisman

Therapist

Virtual • Glenview, IL


“My goal is to provide a grounded, supportive space where you can make sense of what you're carrying, better understand your patterns, and move toward a life that feels more stable, intentional, and aligned with who you are!”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Beverly Maier

Beverly Maier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use different approaches which we will explore together what works for you. We may do breathing exercise, explore letting go, self-care or move to a new chapter depending what your goals are.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matthew Marder

Matthew Marder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vernon Hills, IL


“I provide behavioral therapy to improve and maintain your emotional well-being through a trusting relationship where you will be heard and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Buckley

Melissa Buckley

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, conversational, and real. I believe therapy should feel like a mix of a safe space and a strategy session—with a few laughs along the way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lauren Alexander

Lauren Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe therapy should provide both emotional support and evidence-based tools that help create meaningful and lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karina Breezer

Karina Breezer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palatine, IL


“Solution-focused, with no unnecessary fluff. I'm not here to have you rehash your whole life story every week — I'm here to help you actually move forward.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Benton

John Benton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I'm John Benton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. My background includes community mental health, crisis intervention, and residential treatment, where I've worked with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups. I specialize in helping clients manage emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and Borderline Personality Disorder. I also offer Christian counseling for clients who wish to incorporate their faith into the therapeutic process.

Anxiety
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Hillary Schoninger

Hillary Schoninger

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy is not about "fixing" but about reconnecting—to your truth, your strength, and your capacity to grow.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Hildebrand

Melissa Hildebrand

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Quincy, IL


“My role is to provide a thoughtful, respectful and supportive space where meaningful change can occur.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Bobrow

Jacob Bobrow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lincolnwood, IL


“I believe healing is about aligning mind, body, and daily life with the future you deserve and the goals you seek to achieve.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Chung

Jessica Chung

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I am a board-certified registered art therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. I have worked in non-profit organizations, providing counseling services to young children adolescents, and adults.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Sutherland

Leah Sutherland

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I function from a relational, ecowomanism, afrofuturism and Black Queer feminist framework where I use creative processes, curiosity, and compassion as a guide...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Traci Hall

Traci Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a relational mental health professional who combine clinical expertise with a client-centered approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christian Brown

Christian Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Krystal B

Krystal B

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I blend Biblical principles into the counseling journey, creating a warm and nurturing environment for change and growth.”
Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Markowski

Lisa Markowski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi! I’m Lisa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 12 years of experience in the school setting. I am also a wife to a first responder and a mom of 2. I offer individual therapy for teens and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, burnout and the general overwhelm that can come with everyday life. I have a special interest in supporting educators, first responder families and parents who feel stretched too thin. If your mind moves quickly, your to-do list never ends, or you often feel behind no matter how hard you try - you are not alone!

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Lucas

Amanda Lucas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I'm Amanda, a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with a compassionate, affirming, and strengths-based approach. I believe you already have the innate capacity to heal - I'm here to help you get there.

I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma (including PTSD and C-PTSD), ADHD, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Together we will help you find practical approaches to overcome challenges, recognize your own strengths, and build self-compassion.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Linda Kroll

Linda Kroll

Therapist

Virtual • Northbrook, IL


“I believe healing begins when you bring more compassion to yourself — and from that place, you can begin to transform your relationships.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Whittleton

Tamara Whittleton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to figure things out alone. I’m Tamara Whittleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. I focus on creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable talking openly while developing practical strategies for growth and healing

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ken Markovic

Ken Markovic

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Britni Ludwig

Britni Ludwig

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am accepting new clients. Please message me to set up a consultation phone call so we can discuss fit and scheduling.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist and ADHD specialist, I help individuals and couples improve their relationships and manage challenges related to communication, ADHD, parenting, and daily stress. Relationships play a big role in our well-being—they can bring closeness and joy, but also tension and disconnection. In therapy, I’ll help you notice patterns that may be keeping you stuck, let go of what isn’t working, and build healthier, more fulfilling connections. I also support individuals in handling the demands of work, parenting, and relationships with more balance and confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brent Hope

Brent Hope

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“Helping people overcome the challenges of difficult emotions like guilt, shame, or any of life's stressors, starts with reconnecting them to their inherent worth.”
PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Marla Miller

Dr. Marla Miller

Psychologist

Virtual • Lincolnwood, IL


“I understand that life happens, needing to see a therapist is not a reflection of who you are or how capable you are.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jordan Jones

Jordan Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create a healthier, more fulfilling life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Illinois

Number of therapists serving Illinois
There are over 2,417 therapists in Illinois accepting new patients.
2,417+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 80%Relationship issues
  • 78%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 90%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
  • 1%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 6%Clinical Psychologist
  • 5%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Illinois

Searching for therapists in Illinois starts with finding the right clinical fit for your needs. Illinois has a wide range of therapists across urban and rural areas, so available specialties may vary by location. You might look for support with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or major life changes. As you compare Illinois therapists, review each therapist’s listed specialties, therapy approach, and experience with concerns like yours. Some therapists may use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing.

Practical fit matters, too. If you live in Chicago, Springfield, Peoria, or another part of Illinois, consider whether in-person or virtual sessions work better for your schedule and location. A therapist with evening virtual appointments may be a better match if travel time is hard to plan, while an office near home or work may matter more if you prefer in-person care. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, whether they offer a free phone consultation, and how they describe their communication style. Reading therapist bios before booking can help you understand what sessions may be like.

The cost of Illinois therapy can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for licensed therapists who are accepting new patients, verify your insurance, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans, and your exact coverage depends on your plan and location. You can browse therapists, review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

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