Find a therapist in Illinois — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Illinois accepting new patients
Connect with experienced therapists throughout Illinois via Headway's network of 2,680 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.
With a passion for helping individuals of all ages, Dr. Cinquegrani specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and adults in navigating life’s challenges. She utilizes an integrative Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to help patients develop essential emotional and behavioral management skills. Dr. Cinquegrani’s experience spans a variety of settings, including inpatient facilities, private and therapeutic day schools, and outpatient care, working with individuals from diverse backgrounds facing emotional and behavioral difficulties.
I have 26 years of experience dealing with individuals, couples, families in therapy. We will work together to develop plans that are unique and right for you.
Cub Larkin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL & MA), and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (IL, ME, OR). Cub specializes in working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+. Cub also enjoys working with clients who have interest in kink, BDSM, dominant/submissive relationships, and those who are trying to navigate in polyamorous or ethical / consensual non-monogamous relationships.
As a therapist, I seek to provide counseling that fits the need of the client. From A Strong Place is a safe space that offers convenient telehealth for adults, young adults, and teens.
I graduated with my MSW in 2018 from the University of Southern California. I have 8 years of experience in social work. I have worked in a number of environments including; in home therapeutic services designed to smooth transition from children coming out of state care or working with families to ensure they build the skills to stay together after court intervention, school social work at the high school level, and individual therapy working with youth and adolescents, and working with adults who have found life transitions difficult such as a sudden loss or change.
My preferred modalities are:
Motivational Interviewing
Psychoeducation
CBT
DBT
ACT
About our therapists serving Illinois
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 79%Relationship issues
- 78%Trauma
- 99%Aetna
- 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 90%Cigna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 67%Ascension
- 99%English
- 7%Spanish
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Urdu
- 1%Polish
- 88%Online only
- 12%In-person or online
- 80%Woman
- 19%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 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
- 100%Individual therapy
- 36%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
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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