Licensed to practice in Illinois and accepts 46 insurances. Specializes in Anger Management, Coping Skills, Grief and 7 more.
Katina Wilcher
(she/her)
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About me
Greetings! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing therapy services to diverse individuals. I have provided clinical services in various therapeutic areas, such as shelters, inpatient/outpatient hospitals, and schools. In doing so, I work with clients with multiple concerns, including parenting, depression, school problems, and trauma, to name a few. I provide trauma-informed care with experience addressing grief, community violence impact, etc.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we will do introductions. We will use this as an opportunity to get to know each other. I may ask you questions about your symptoms, what brought you to therapy, and some questions about your life history. We will also come to an agreement about the logistics of future sessions.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having worked with a variety of clients for over 20 years, I have developed a solid understanding of proven strategies and techniques to help my clients identify their strengths and challenges, while identifying the root causes of their concerns. Ultimately, I skillfully tailor a plan that leads to measurable and sustainable results.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with clients who are ready to grow! Thus, my clients are motivated and eager to improve their lives but don't have the tools or skills to achieve this goal. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure about the trajectory of their lives.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anger Management
Coping Skills
Grief
Other specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Couples Counseling
Depression
Peer Relationships
School Issues
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Children (6 to 12)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
Illinois
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $155 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
UMR - Advocate Aurora Health
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have used CBT to work with clients experiencing a variety of concerns, such as anxiety and depression.
Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS)
I was recently trained in this model, but have numerous years of experience conducting suicide assessments and developing plans for safety and stabilization.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Foundational to all of my work, is cultural responsiveness and sensitivity.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I was recently trained in TF-CBT and continuously participate in consultations to ensure meaningful outcomes for clients.
Motivational Interviewing
I use M.I. to support clients who are ambivalent about change. This method is effective client-centered approach.
1 rating with written reviews
August 22, 2025
Katina is an outstanding couple’s therapist whose compassion and solution-oriented approach make a real difference. She combines deep intellect with genuine care, offering clear, direct guidance that is both practical and effective. Her ability to balance empathy with honesty fosters trust and drives meaningful progress. Katina’s insight and dedication set her apart as an exceptional therapist.