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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.

Lauren Campbell

Lauren Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Elgin, IL


“I'm a therapist dedicated to creating a comfortable, down-to-earth environment where clients can feel at ease.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amy Brinkman

Amy Brinkman

Therapist

Virtual • Naperville, IL


“My sense of humor and positive outlook on situations are a big part of my love for empowering others.”
Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Esquivel

Emily Esquivel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a queer, Latine therapist trained in depth-oriented psychotherapy, working at the intersections most therapy ignores: identity, family, faith, finances & culture.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Aleksandra Papiez Zubek

Aleksandra Papiez Zubek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hinsdale, IL


“I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is the most important factor in healing, processing, and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Hill

Amanda Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I strive to balance deep understanding with practical tools so you're not just talking—but also gaining clarity and skills you can use in your daily life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tracey Pearson-Heaney

Tracey Pearson-Heaney

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Because I have an unusually broad background of counseling experiences I have adopted an eclectic approach to therapy (EMDR, CBT, Humanistic approaches to name a few).”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Monica Marchant-Silva

Monica Marchant-Silva

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Inverness, IL


“I aim to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental therapeutic space and aim to meet you where you are at.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Marcie Smith

Marcie Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Geneva, IL


I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and a Masters Degree in Counseling from National Louis University. I am registered as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois, a National Certified Counselor and a Professional Educator as a School Counselor in the state of Illinois. I have numerous years of clinical experience in treating children, adolescents, adults and families using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness and a variety of other treatment modalities. I have worked in a variety of setting that have ranged from community mental health, psychiatric transition services, middle and high schools, animal assisted therapy, a domestic violence agency, and leading social skills groups.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anne Hagenbuch

Anne Hagenbuch

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a therapist and a neurodivergent individual with ADHD, I understand firsthand how mental health struggles can impact all aspects of a person's life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Machamer

Jacqueline Machamer

Therapist

Virtual • Barrington, IL


“My goal is to help you move past just 'coping' with your symptoms so you can actually start feeling at home in your own skin.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicole Wiesman

Nicole Wiesman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Downers Grove, IL


“I take a collaborative, supportive, and practical approach. I'll help you figure out what's behind the challenges you're facing and focus on tools you can use in your daily life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ana Diaz

Ana Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, direct, and emotionally attuned, with space for both practical tools and deeper exploration.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gina Spielman

Gina Spielman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25+ years of clinical experience and absolutely love what I do!”
Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Booras

Katherine Booras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Libertyville, IL


“My role as a therapist is to provide a comfortable, safe, and confidential place for us to meet, to bring the best of my education and training, and to listen to you with an open mind and open heart.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eugene Foerster

Eugene Foerster

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is sex-positive and compassionate, helping you reconnect with your body, your values, and the intimacy you deserve.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Klein

Katie Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I listen, I remember your story, and I work with you to create an approach that fits your needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Wanda Parker

Wanda Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe each session should leave you with insight, psychoeducation, a skill, and/or processing of a difficulty.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jonathan Colledge

Jonathan Colledge

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Northbrook, IL


“Through his warm and empathetic approach, he works collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Wolf

Jennifer Wolf

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jeannette Collier

Jeannette Collier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • McHenry, IL


“I believe the mind and body are connected, and my approach to psychiatric care is to treat your symptoms without over-medicating.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Shell

Jessica Shell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring a colorful palette of therapeutic tools to our work together — blending expressive arts, yoga, wildlife and horticulture...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kimberly Knapp

Kimberly Knapp

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have extensive experience supporting individuals navigating severe trauma, emotional and behavioral challenges, and personality disorders.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Leonard Schmelkin

Leonard Schmelkin

Therapist

Virtual • Glenview, IL


Len Schmelkin is a LICSW who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, in adults and families. Len completed his graduate training at the University of Wisconsin. He is completing his certicated in family therapy at the Intensive Family Therapy Program in Boston.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rex Dayola

Rex Dayola

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My style is emotionally focused, which means therapy can feel both challenging and deeply transformative.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Gurtz

Gabrielle Gurtz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Arlington Heights, IL


“My goal is to collaboratively work with my clients in a supportive and empathetic environment to uncover their true potential by restoring hope, reducing stress, promoting self-forgiveness and self-awareness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Robinson

Ashley Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with individuals who feel stuck in survival mode, overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, or impacted by unresolved childhood trauma and relationship patterns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Gibson

Dr. Jennifer Gibson

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


Jennifer Is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been working in the field of trauma and psychotherapy for over 20 years. In the past few years, she has added the focus of mental health and integrative medicine, incorporating more mind and body focused approaches to treatment. Additionally, Jennifer offers Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), psychedelic preparation and harm reduction support, and psychedelic integration.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jenelle Hoyt

Jenelle Hoyt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orland Park, IL


“My approach integrates a multiplicity of practices such as Solution-Focused, Cognitive-Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing and Psychodynamic interventions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jo Muller

Jo Muller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to provide a calm, welcoming space where you can slow down, feel understood, and receive compassionate, judgment-free care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gloria Sanchez

Gloria Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm Gloria — a bilingual LCSW with over 26 years of experience helping people heal from trauma, anxiety, and the weight of things that were never properly addressed. I'm Latina and East Indian and I practice in both English and Spanish. I work with clients of all ages, from children to seniors, and I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and women's issues. My approach isn't one-size-fits-all — I pay attention to your cultural context, your family story, and what "healing" actually means for you specifically. Many of my clients come to me after feeling like they weren't truly understood by past therapists. I take that seriously.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Denise Beeching

Denise Beeching

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in helping couples break out of exhausting, repetitive communication cycles, while also equipping individuals with practical, solution-oriented tools to navigate the heavy burdens of anxiety, depression, and grief.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Maricela Fajardo

Maricela Fajardo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am an LCSW Catholic Therapist with over 5 years of experience. I enjoy combining a faith-centered approach with EMDR, IFS, Somatic work, and CBT. I've witnessed many patients healing with this approach and look forward to continuing to help those in need!

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Brent Sykes

Brent Sykes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I empower clients to identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, fostering resilience and personal growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Brittany Brookshire

Brittany Brookshire

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am Brittany Brookshire, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor working remotely with clients in Illinois and Missouri. I graduated in 2017 with a master’s degree in counseling from the University of Georgia, and I have worked as a school counselor and in private practice.

Many of my clients are between ages 18-50, and I often work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, and adult ADHD. I love being a part of peoples’ journeys through life, and I feel passionately about helping those going through (or healing from) life transitions, religious trauma, abusive relationships, uncertainty in life, grief, stress within marriages, or those just working to love or learn about themselves.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Martha Stany

Martha Stany

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients often describe me as compassionate, real, and insightful...with a sense of humor that can make the work feel a little lighter.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kassandra Patankar

Kassandra Patankar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the client-therapist relationship is key to successful therapy and that building trust is essential.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marta Desoto

Dr. Marta Desoto

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I meet clients where they are and help them develop insight and vision. I utilize solution focused strategies.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melissa McMahon

Melissa McMahon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I want my clients to know that our time together is collaborative — I bring my expertise, but I also see you as the expert on your own life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Naomi Fu

Naomi Fu

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As an immigrant, I can empathize with the unique obstacles faced by those adapting to a new environment and a different way of life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sharika House

Sharika House

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a therapist, I will partner with you, serve as your accountability partner, and offer support to you as you work to reach your individual, professional, and/or relationship goals.”
Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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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