285 therapists in Illinois accepting UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

Do you have a case of "Monkey Mind” over thinking or can’t stop thinking? Do you believe you are not enough? Do you struggle with self forgiveness? Are you feeling stuck and not sure how to move forward? Do you struggle with the funky blahs? I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist and Self Mastery Coach, and I am dedicated to helping women facilitate powerful change through joyful self-realization that aligns with their values and desires. I treat the human spirit and in our work together you will remember the power of self love. In my practice, I honor, and acknowledge the inherent value of each person’s aspirations, cultural experience, journey, and unique story. I hold space for those who find themselves stuck in a storyline that no longer serve you. Together we will address the thinking that has shaped these behaviors, beliefs and patterns. My goal is to help you remember that goodness is your birthright, and to know that you are the power you seek. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including mindfulness, cognitive behavior therapy, and solutions focused therapy. My style is collaborative, practical and strength based. Put your wellness first! Counselingonyourcouch.com or Coachingonyourcouch.com Call 1 (786) 755-1863 or email reception+Sadiyah1282@growtherapy.com

Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. I earned a Master of Social Work degree in Advanced Clinical Social Work in Independent Clinical Practice and Health Care Specialization from Aurora University in 2016. I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and received my CADC in 2021. I have experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, stress, life transitions, LGBTQ+ issues, imposter syndrome, low self-esteem, perfectionism, grief, loneliness, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and substance abuse. I use evidence-based practices such as: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), motivational interviewing, talk therapy, exposure therapy, and exposure response prevention (ERP). I want to help people who suffer from mental health and substance use disorders by providing them with compassion, empathy, and evidence- based therapy to help promote resilience, self-compassion, and improve their emotional well-being. You can book an appointment with me by clicking the link below: https://provider.growtherapy.com/book-appointment?id=6303&utm_source=provider-sourced&utm_medium=booking-link&utm_campaign=provider-dashboard Or you can call this phone number: 1 (786) 755-1863

Hello!!! I am Jeri Howell a Licensed therapist from Illinois. I have a Master's Degree in Human Development Counseling and i have been practicing for over 25 years. I want to help people recognize their own strengths and build on the resilience they already possess.

I have experience working with adults, adolescents and children struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, low self-esteem and key life transitions. I provide a safe and accepting space where you can be open and honest with the difficulties you are experiencing in your life. Prior to returning to school for a counseling degree, I worked in the corporate and nonprofit sectors for many years as an editor and writer and I bring that unique perspective and experience to my work with clients. My multicultural background is also an asset in working with diverse populations. I utilize a strengths-based approach when working with clients while creating a safe and accepting space where you can be open and honest with the difficulties you are experiencing in your life. Because I view therapy as a collaborative process, I will be checking in with you throughout our time together to review your initial goals for therapy and to ensure that you continue to feel heard and understood in therapy. It takes courage to seek out counseling. If you are ready take that step, I am here to support, encourage and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Finding a therapist can be an overwhelming task. Life can be full of complexities that can be difficult to navigate. Considering that you may be feeling sad or overwhelmed, I commend you for taking the brave first steps toward taking care of yourself. I believe in the value and worth of the person and that we all possess strengths to help us in the journey of life. If you have been feeling stuck, we can work together to uncover what is holding you back and help you to develop the tools that will move you forward. A key component to beginning this process is to find someone who can put you at ease. I have been told I am easy to talk to and make providing a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment a top priority. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CRADC) in the state of Illinois. I have been in the field for close to 20 years and have been in private practice for 10. I specialize in helping people recover from anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. I utilize a collaborative, whole-person approach that values the relationship between therapist and client and sees the client as the expert. This is your story! I’m just walking through it with you, and I’m honored you chose me!

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and have twenty-four years of experience working with adults, children, and families. I enjoy helping others who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, trauma, and other difficult transitions and situations. I greatly enjoy my work and the people I serve. My relationship with clients comes first, I work to make sure my clients feel valued, appreciated, and comfortable enough to work on the difficult things we may discuss. It is my hope you will find in me, a therapist who is genuine, sincere, and authentic. While I will offer a few different angles to view from (Choice Theory, REBT, DBT, Mindfulness) you are in control of our shared experience. I will also mention that I tend to keep things Solutions-Focused. A Solutions-Focused approach. Identifying the problem(s) is important. I prefer to build on your strengths and help you to do more of what you truly want to do.

My name is Rene Stockton (pronounced Reni). I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of Illinois. I serve my community as a counselor, therapist and change agent. I have had the privilege to work with individuals and families from primarily underserved populations and communities over the course of a 30 year social work practice in two great American cities. I have encountered child, adolescent and adult challenges ranging from trauma to writer’s block and wellness. I will partner with you to create the soft and more concrete changes you are looking to achieve in your life. My style is open, supportive and person centered, we will choose the approach for your situation using a variety of theories and concepts including art, movement, and EMDR.

I am Kris Munson and I have been working in the mental health field for quite some time. I have experience with clients in inpatient and outpatient scenarios as well as community mental health, group homes and private practice. I have been seeing client virtually for many years, but have been exclusively virtual since the start of Covid. Overall I work with a wide variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, women's issues, anger management, low self-esteem and most other common issues of the current times. I also seek out working with individuals who have chronic health issues, as they have their own elements that need to be considered. I have a laid back, calming style, and provide thoughtful feedback . I enjoy getting to know my clients so I can make personalized suggestions and play to people's strengths. On a personal note I live in the Chicago far west suburbs and have four either grown or near grown children whom were adopted from Guatemala. We have a number of pets and enjoy road trips when we can make them happen.

Hello there, My name is Dr. Tanye' Tyler (she/her), DSW, MBA, LCSW, but feel free to call me "Dr. T." As a licensed clinical social worker, I have expertise in trauma-informed counseling. I understand that sometimes, we face situations that can be challenging to handle, even with our best efforts. I have a broad understanding of trauma, which allows me to offer empathy and support to my clients without judgment. During our conversations, I will be a compassionate listener, and you can trust that nothing you say will ever surprise me. I specialize in evidence-based practices and frameworks, particularly those related to issues that affect Blacks, Indigenous people, and other persons of color and the LGBTQIA+ community. I check my emails and messages every 3-4 hours between 10:00 am and 7:00 pm (CDT), and I strive to respond to you as soon as possible, usually within 24 hours. Please understand that my off days vary and are reflected on the appointment scheduling page. If you need to cancel an appointment, please do so at least 24 hours in advance; otherwise, you will be billed at the no-show rate. Thank you for choosing me as your therapist. I look forward to working with you. I look forward to our chat! Dr. T

Hi. My name is Angelo Georgacopoulos. I am licensed in Illinois as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 12 years experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, family conflicts, self-esteem, relationships, couples therapy, confidence and career difficulties. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to help navigate & empower you in that journey.

I am a compassionate therapist whose journey from a traumatic neighborhood to the realms of therapy serves as an inspiring beacon of hope. My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and motivational. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques, strength based perspective, person centered techniques, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness. I don’t believe everyone in therapy should have their needs met through cookie-cutter methods and strategies. My goal is to create a partnership with each client where we can work together to find the best course of action for you. Everyone has their own unique journey and I would love to support you on yours.

Hi there, I'm Tom. Are you feeling stuck in your journey of development and improvement? I walk alongside men and women and provide thoughtful insights and an empathetic, non-judgemental ear to help identify and work through roadblocks to growth. I believe in treating, in addition to the symptom, the cause of our pain to help promote healing. Additionally, I have experience working with Internal Family Systems, OCD, couples therapy and faith-based issues, alongside other therapeutic methods. I look forward to hearing your story.

We all encounter different challenges and stressors throughout the course of our lives. Sometimes those challenges and stressors can be overwhelming and exhausting to tackle solo. I believe that sometimes we aren’t sure what we even need but are certain that something needs to or could be different in our life. I naturally work from a strengths-based and client-centered perspective and feel that collaboration and rapport are key components in the therapeutic process. My goal is to help you heal and flourish in your life. I take a compassionate, client-centered approach that is empathetic and non-judgmental and helps my clients to feel both supported and encouraged in the changes they strive to make in their lives. We will work together to accomplish your therapy goals and to give you tools to help empower you to navigate and manage challenges and opportunities.

Hi there, I'm Kimberly. Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the many different roles you play? At any given point during your day, you might be a spouse, a parent, a friend, a professional, a student, a sibling, a son, a daughter, or an individual. Life can throw a lot of different types of demands on us. If you've ever felt stressed or confused trying to navigate all these roles, you don't have to do it alone. I'm here to help. I am experienced working with young and middle-aged adults facing significant life transitions, pregnancy, postpartum issues, anxiety, and depression. I have worked closely with college students and adults re-entering the workforce. Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, we will find ways to help you handle stress more effectively, improve communication with others, and find patterns that could be causing you to feel stuck. Whatever your concerns, together, we'll explore your strengths and weaknesses and create meaningful change that will help to improve the quality of your life as you define it. I look forward to helping you discover a happier and healthier version of yourself!

Hi, I’m Brian If you feel stuck, and unable to change things, I can help you to start moving again. We can join together and create a strategy for working through the event or dilemma that is stressing you out. Together we can restore or surpass your previous level of productivity and satisfaction. I want to hear your story. I will listen. I will not judge. For the last 18 years, I have helped individuals, families and couples resolve problematic situations. Their experiences often instilled insight, confidence, serenity and hope. My holistic mission is to: • listen empathetically, without judgement • Ease suffering and improve functionality • Teach you to persist when fear and doubt are present • Be equal partners working together to create and implement strategies to resolve, accept and overcome the obstacles that impede your progress I want to • Help you find insight, meaning and purpose • Provide support as you proceed in the direction of your choosing • Teach you how to live more effectively • Create the opportunity for you to smile when it is most needed and least expected I take the time to educate you about the conditions that you experience and the treatment you receive. I believe that self-empowerment begins with self-understanding. I will help you understand why you do what you do and feel what you feel. I have extensive experience treating addicted people in residential in patient treatment, outpatient and aftercare facilities. I advise and treat families struggling to with parents, children and siblings that are addicted

Hi, My name is Sandi Cross. I hold a BS and MSW, both from the University of Illinois. I also have a Type 73 Certification in School Social Work. I have spent my entire adult life working with children and families and am passionate about helping people identify and fulfill their goals, while confronting the struggles along the way. Many of the struggles include anxiety, depression, behavior concerns, anger-management, and low self-esteem.

Megan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that enjoys working with adolescents, emerging adults, and adults. Megan received her Master’s degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Following her degree, Megan joined the Peace Corps and spent two years working in a variety of youth and community development projects in Eswatini, a small country in southern Africa. Following her time in the Peace Corps, Megan worked as a school social worker at a therapeutic day school for students on the Autism spectrum. Most recently, Megan has spent the last five years working in community mental health as a therapist, lead therapist and then manager of crisis services. Megan utilizes a strengths-based approach in therapy. She likes to work with each client to determine which modality will best help them meet their therapy goals. Megan has training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), complex trauma, Social Thinking, and crisis intervention. Megan believes the best opportunity for change comes from not only working with the client but also ensuring that each client is building a system of support outside of therapy in order to continue this work outside of sessions. Megan enjoys working with adolescents-adults with a particular focus on the emerging adult population.

My name is David and I am a LCPC, NCC in the Central Illinois area, I work with adolescents and adults on a wide variety of issues. I am passionate, enthusiastic, always supportive of patients working through difficult decisions, and give guidance towards long-term change. I believe that the journey starts with where my client is and that there is no such thing as slow progress. I recognize how developing new skills and philosophies about the self can have profound effects on the rest of one’s life. Above all else, the therapeutic alliance is most important in building rapport and direction. I am highly skilled in addressing mental health and substance abuse issues and focusing on finding solutions, breaking down problems into themes, and helping clients understand themselves at a deeper level by first and foremost being genuine and empathic. I also use analogies and parables to help clients visualize their situations in new ways. My primary therapeutic approaches include person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and gestalt. On a personal level, I have a long history of competitive video gaming experience. My history behind the headset has enhanced my ability to engage with clients from any background, especially in comforting clientele new to telehealth.

Hello Everyone! Welcome to the wonderful world of psychotherapy. This is Mohammed Chowdhury. I am LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) in Illinois. I have been working in the field of mental health for almost two decades. I bring years of personal experience along with genuine and solid empathy for the people I work with. I use different modalities to assist me in providing my best self as a psychotherapist. For example, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Change Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Trauma-informed care are worth mentioning. I have years of experience in working with dual diagnosis ( mental health and addiction issues). I have worked with individuals, and couples as well as led groups. I have worked with adults as well as youngsters and teenagers. My approach to therapy is rooted in a strengths-based perspective. I assist my clients in discovering their strengths, qualities and resources and leave them to identify their areas of need and the areas of their lives they need to work on. Then I assist them to set their own goals both short term and long term based on their needs. I assist them in identifying how they can pursue those goals using their strengths and resources. I believe in empowering my clients to make their own decisions and using their own problem-solving skills and decision-making skills. I believe that success builds on each other and my clients will continue to succeed building on their strengths, makiing progress, taking credit for their progress, getting genuine encouragement, getting genuine applause, genuine guidance and building their self esteem, self confidence. People usually know what they want to do with their lives. They just need support and assistance. I am here to provide that support and assistance in the best professional manner possible.

One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. There is so much value, understanding, and growth in developing a healthy relationship with yourself. If you think about it, the longest and most important relationship we will ever have is the one we have with ourselves. I am here to help you begin or continue that journey. I am the type of therapist you want to reach out to if you are struggling with perfectionism or low self-esteem, situations that make you feel anxious, depressed, and easily overwhelmed, or that feeling of being completely burned out and in need of self-care. Whether you are looking to enhance and strengthen your skillset or looking for a listening ear to unwind and receive support, I am here to help you. Together, we will explore, identify, and discover what works and what does not. We will figure out the best way to get you the quality of life you want and need. Whether you are ready to take action or contemplating where to start, feel free to reach out so we can connect and see if I would be a good match for what you are looking for.

Life is hard. Everyone walks through tough times, and no one should have to do it alone. It is my goal to walk with my clients through trials and see them emerge a stronger, healthier version of themselves. It takes courage to ask for help, therefore everyone who walks through my door is treated with respect and met with empathy and compassion. As a therapist, I truly believe that mental, physical, and spiritual health are all interconnected in a way that cannot be separated. My approach is holistic, helping my clients to create a life they enjoy through focusing on all aspects of well-being for long lasting progress. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to encourage individuals of all ages, couples, and families to change their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors through practical and useful tools that can be used in everyday life. I aim to foster an environment of comfort and calm. My office is a judgement-free zone, where healing truly happens.

Hi there, I'm Tessa! I work primarily with adolescents and young adults to help them identify roadblocks on their path to success. I specialize in working with young people with anxiety and depression, with a special focus on LGBTQ+ identifying folks. I believe that we all have strengths that we rely on, no matter our situation, and I think it's important to identify those strengths and focus treatment on enhancing them. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, anxiety over school performance, challenging family dynamics, or cycles of intrusive thoughts, I am here to help. In our sessions, I will focus on whatever you are bringing to the space that day, with the backing of evidence-based techniques and interventions. I believe in working with the whole self and enjoy incorporating somatic approaches into my work. Let's see how we can grow together!

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker seeing clients in Illinois. I obtained my Master's in Social Work from The Jane Addams College of Social Work at University of Illinois at Chicago. I have 7 years of experience in private practice but 9 years experience as a social worker. I take a functional approach to therapy and strive to help my clients truly heal the roots of their symptoms so they can live their most fulfilled lives without worrying about painful mental health issues and passionately believe that lasting healing is possible for many, if not most of the common disorders.

"I believe in a holistic approach to therapy so I integrate traditional talk therapy with experiential therapies that aid in better nervous system regulation, healing, and overall relief of symptoms. Experiential, brain-based healing & somatic therapies can help accelerate change and often reduce time in counseling. I specialize in biologically based healing, which assists in resolving trauma symptoms that are frozen or stuck in the body. I have training in EMDR (eye movement desensitization & reprocessing) and am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). I interweave these therapies and attachment-based support and repair into all my work with clients, which allows for a rich, gentle, connection-based healing approach. I have been in private practice for over 20 years, and prior to that time I worked in a variety of mental health settings. I see clients in my Yorkville office or via telehealth. ***Please note when scheduling: Please DO NOT schedule yourself! I am working from 2 different calendars, so its very important to email or call/text me 331-223-4170 to set up the Initial Intake -to avoid delays and double booking, as I may already be scheduled with someone from my other practice ... thanks for understanding and being willing to be flexible! Education & Certifications: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) Master of Psychology, The Adler School of Professional Psychology Bachelor of Psychology, Illinois State University Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) Transforming the Experience-Based Brain (TEB) Touch Practitioner

Are you looking for a positive change in your life? I am passionate about helping people. I help to build empowerment in day-to-day life along with life changes. I want to help others find their path to live a fruitful and enjoyable life. I have experience working with trauma, addictions, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy helping people navigate life changes that they have chosen and not those they have not chosen for themselves. I work to create a safe environment where you can express your emotions and experiences. I enjoy providing therapy and helping others to change their lives. If you have any questions please ask and let's see if we are a good match!!