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Kandyce McConico

Kandyce McConico

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I am a clinically licensed and board certified therapist specializing in attachment based therapy. I view your struggles through an attachment-based, trauma-informed lens. Early relationships shape the ways we experience ourselves, connect with others, and respond to closeness, conflict, and vulnerability. While these patterns often develop as adaptive responses to our early environments, they can persist into adulthood long after they are no longer serving us. Therapy provides an opportunity to understand these patterns with curiosity rather than judgment and to begin creating new ways of relating.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sakina Crosby

Sakina Crosby

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Whether you're dealing with life stressors, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself. Seeking therapy can feel scary, but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Bayer

Christine Bayer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, grounded, and trauma-informed, blending practical tools with deeper healing work.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Identity issues, Physical health issues, Stress management
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Danyell Taylor White

Dr. Danyell Taylor White

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer a space free of judgment and shame. Through individual therapy, I help my clients develop greater awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jermaine Anthony

Jermaine Anthony

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Frankfort, IL


“I strive to assist clients become their best self by engaging in solution-focused therapeutic interventions and conversations.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dache Porter

Dache Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Senior Clinician with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in school-based settings. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and understood. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, emotional regulation, family conflict, and school-related challenges. My goal is to help clients build confidence, healthy coping skills, and emotional resilience.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leslie Howard

Leslie Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I blend evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness with radical compassion, cultural humility, and a strong awareness of how systems of oppression shape mental...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Emily Maue

Emily Maue

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Although I am recently clinically licensed (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC), I am not new to the mental health field. Over my nearly decade of fulfilling work, I have enjoyed 5 years in therapeutic school settings with youth ages 5-years-old to 19-years-old, navigating crises through a therapeutic and trauma-informed lens as an Employee Assistant Program (EAP) counselor and through certifications in both Crisis Prevention Intervention and Therapeutic Crisis Prevention and Intervention models, supporting parents and families through a guardian support group for children in the therapeutic school setting as a facilitator for the past 3 years, and obtaining a Level 1 Certification in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) through the Yale Child Study Center. As a result of my success in treating students and families who are impacted by school avoidance/refusal, I was selected to present to parents about concrete strategies, and was consulted in the development of a school avoidance/school refusal school response protocol. Additionally, an anti-racism intervention I co-created for students on the spectrum and their families is now used as a resource and response to school incidents involving racism. My training began with a Bachelor’s in Social Worker from the University of Cincinnati, and ended with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

I have worked with young people and their families with a wide range of emotional, behavioral, academic, and social needs. I bring a multiculturally-aware, strengths-based approach to therapy and common work with individuals on the neurodivergence spectrum, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, diagnoses of Attention Hyperactivity Deficit Disorder, anxiety, depression, Pathological Demand Avoidance, learning disabilities, gender and sexuality, and parent support and coaching.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Van Aken

Sarah Van Aken

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of professional experience supporting children and families. Throughout my career, I have primarily worked with school-age children and their families, helping them navigate emotional, behavioral, and life challenges with compassion and practical guidance.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Anna Lee

Dr. Anna Lee

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a clinical psychologist licensed in California and Illinois, and can see clients from both states. I support clients with variety of mental health conditions such as mood disorders, relationships issues, addictions, stress management, sport and performance psychology and health behaviors, trauma, insomnia and eating disorders. My therapy style is personable, connected, focused, and attuned.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Clarkson

Jessica Clarkson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work best with parents who want to understand their child more deeply and are open to partnering together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jodi Huffman Frazee

Jodi Huffman Frazee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My years in inpatient psychiatry have shaped my calm, grounded approach and deep understanding of severe and persistent mental illness.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marcos Erazo

Marcos Erazo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is always to empower my clients to create safe space, balance, time, and strength to process and embrace their needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Martin

David Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Sometimes the hardest part of a life transition is figuring out who you are in the middle of it. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, family changes, and the major transitions that can reshape how you see yourself. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I also understand how culture, family, and identity can shape our experiences. Whether you're raising children, entering midlife, becoming an empty nester, or simply feeling ready for something to change, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christie DeBruce

Christie DeBruce

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


My therapeutic style is to ask a lot of questions and really try to find the answers to what is bothering you. In our sessions, you will cry, laugh, talk excessively or talk a little. Our sessions will be all about you and what you need in the moment. I want our sessions to be a safe place for you to be comfortable. Bring your treats and your tissues. Bring your patience and your strength. We will be together and I will support you when you are feeling weak. Usually, I see what makes you special first. You will need to tell me what is wrong.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Megan Vant

Megan Vant

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focus with clients is to build a safe and trusting dynamic in order to explore issues that negatively impact life's experiences.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Evelyn Tovar

Evelyn Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients like you can openly express themselves and explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joyce Alvarado

Joyce Alvarado

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Raised by my grandmother, I learned early the power of wisdom and resilience — lessons that continue to guide the care I provide today.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Frazier

Felicia Frazier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a warm, compassionate, and open-minded space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Merritt

James Merritt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe effective treatment begins with listening and understanding the whole person not simply treating a diagnosis.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meredith Evett

Meredith Evett

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that others need to earn the right to hear your story, myself included. I can promise authenticity, empowerment, and respect...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Rayeshundra Henderson

Rayeshundra Henderson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Life can be difficult, but remember you have the power to change it. Your journey is not dictated by your circumstances but rather by how you interpret them and react to them. Over the years, I have helped may people change the direction of their lives. A little insight into your true feelings and emotions can help shift things for you in a major way. I have assisted with general stress from day-to-day life, anxiety, trauma, adhd , marital problems and achieving a work life balance.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jeffery Davis

Jeffery Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Granite City, IL


“I approach mental healthcare through an emphasis on identifying and addressing root causes where possible rather than just managing symptoms...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie Blackburn

Julie Blackburn

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I've specialized in griefwork since 2009 with experience in bereavement, pregnancy loss, loss of health due to infertility and cancer, and caregiving.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Mangano

Erin Mangano

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the emotional complexities of growing and building a family.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen Eigenfeld

Maureen Eigenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois and New York. I received my Masters in Social Work from New York University and have been practicing for over 10 years. My experience includes helping children and young adults struggling with their emotions and relationships to find their strengths, accomplish their goals, manage their emotions, and helping them build a support system.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amy Rogers

Amy Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Amy is a funny, high-energy, and deeply genuine therapist who works with individuals rebuilding their lives after trauma, abuse, and difficult marriages.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Isaac Gago

Isaac Gago

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Algonquin, IL


“My approach is collaborative—I take time to understand your full story and create a treatment plan that fits your life, not just your symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juton Strickland

Juton Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


Welcome. Seeking therapy is a meaningful step, and I believe you deserve a space where you can feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that people have the capacity to heal, grow, and build lives that feel more manageable and fulfilling. I am Juton and I am a clinically licensed professional with over 15 years of experience providing crisis intervention, grief support, behavioral health services, clinical practice support, and training for helping professionals. My professional background includes work with individuals facing acute stress, life transitions, loss, emotional overwhelm, relationship concerns, and the effects of demanding work or caregiving roles. I work with adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, grief and bereavement, adjustment challenges, trauma-related stress, low self-esteem, or difficulty managing major changes in their lives. I am especially passionate about supporting people in high-stress helping professions, including healthcare workers, first responders, educators, caregivers, and behavioral health professionals. I would be honored to support you on that journey.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ngozi Adindu

Ngozi Adindu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hinsdale, IL


“I am dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel liberated, acknowledged, validated, and empowered.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amanda Martinez

Amanda Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, curious, and solution-oriented. I work collaboratively with clients to understand both the challenges they are facing and the strengths they already bring.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelli Louden

Kelli Louden

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that everyone deserves to live full healthy lives, free of past trauma, hurt and pain that can impact our lives in negative ways.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allison Green

Allison Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, IL


“My goal is to help you build healthy coping skills, recognize your strengths, and move toward a life that feels more balanced, hopeful, and fulfilling.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Dwuan Wilson

Dr. Dwuan Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Carterville, IL


“My goal is to help you leave each session with something you can actually use in your everyday life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 13 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Veda Simmons

Veda Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am passionate about helping people! Everyone wants to be heard and valued. My approach as a counselor is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with you in a nonjudgmental space. I will demonstrate consistent empathy towards your feelings and struggles while verbalizing positive regard and validating you. I believe thoughts (positive & negative) have strong influences on emotions and as well as behaviors. I believe that answers to life’s difficulties are within each of us

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alisa Williams

Alisa Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is simply exploring internal and external challenges that focus on changing problematic behaviors which will involve examining one's emotions, relationships and thought patterns to discover their meanings and motivations.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Kisha Jenkins

Dr. Kisha Jenkins

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a compassionate and open therapist who values creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space for my clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving Illinois

Number of therapists serving Illinois
There are over 2,684 therapists in Illinois accepting new patients.
2,684+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 79%Relationship issues
  • 78%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 90%Cigna
  • 86%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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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%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 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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