Therapists in Illinois

Find the best therapist in Illinois for your needs on Grow Therapy. With 23 verified therapists in Illinois, you can connect with licensed professionals who are currently accepting new patients. Grow Therapy verifies and credentials each Illinois therapist to ensure they are active, available, and aligned with your needs. Whether you’re seeking support for social anxiety, burnout, marital challenges, Illinois’s therapists offer compassionate, personalized care tailored to your unique circumstances.

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Chicago

Availability updated: 9/10/2026

Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
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Sometimes it feels like the actual apocalypse is just around the corner. We are bombarded with terrible headline after terrible headline. Inflation is making it harder to pay the bills, let alone have fun, or reach our dreams. With so much going on in the world, it’s no wonder that there are greater rates of anxiety and depression! In the midst of it all, you might be trying to figure out who you are, what you want from life, how to have that honest conversation with your friend, setting boundaries with a parent, whether to switch jobs, learning to be more comfortable in your skin, etc. It’s a lot to manage. I can help. I am a licensed psychologist and consider myself a generalist with a wide variety of clinical interests including issues related to family of origin, self esteem, identity development, issues related to oppression and marginalized identities, depression, anxiety, stress, and interpersonal relationships.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Child or Adolescent
Men's Issues
Women's Issues
+10
Hello! I am a Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience helping multicultural clients explore strategies to manage mental health, relationship issues, and other struggles. You don’t have to face these feelings alone. We can explore your thoughts and emotions in a safe space, helping you take the first step towards a better future.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Humorous
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
+6
Feeling overwhelmed by past experiences? You're not alone. As a licensed trauma therapist, I provide a calm, safe space where you can process your journey at your own pace. My practice is built on a foundation of empathy and trust, using proven methods like trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help you feel grounded and seen. With a person-centered approach, I build a trusting therapeutic relationship based on deep empathy and care. My practice utilizes various trauma-informed modalities to create personalized treatment plans that empower clients to feel grounded and secure. Reaching out for help is a courageous act, and I am dedicated to walking with you on your journey to reclaim your life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
LGBTQ
Military/Veterans
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am a dedicated mental health professional with a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, a Master of Social Work, and over seven years of experience supporting individuals on their journey to healing and resilience. As a combat Air Force Veteran, I understand firsthand the challenges many face, and I am honored to support both veterans and civilians as they navigate life’s complexities. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, integrative, and holistic, combining evidence-based techniques with practices like meditation and Yoga Nidra (deep sleep meditation) to promote emotional well-being. I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to explore their unique experiences and strengths. Whether you're seeking support for stress, trauma, or personal growth, I am here to help you build resilience and find balance. Together, we can work toward healing and inner peace.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Personality Disorders
+7
I am a licensed therapist specializing in supporting trauma survivors, and individual’s experiencing low self esteem, anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationship challenges. My experience working with Veterans, children, families and diverse populations has shaped my compassionate and client- centered approach. I am passionate about helping you heal from past experiences, build confidence, strengthen resilience and create healthier, more fulfilling lives. First Session In our first session, my focus is on getting to knowing you- what brings you to therapy, what you are hoping to gain from our work together, and what may have felt difficult or painful lately. I’ll ask gentle questions to better understand your experiences, your history, your strengths and the goal you have for therapy- where you want your life to be, a month, six months, a year from now. Then we’ll identify options and strategies you can use to get there. You will leave the session with a better understanding of what you are facing and I can help you begin making sense of your experiences, recognizing your strengths, and identifying the next steps toward healing. There is no pressure to share anything you are not ready to discuss. We will begin building a foundation of trust and understanding and develop a collaborative plan for our work together. Most importantly we will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Available
Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+7
I truly want to understand and align with my clients, to provide a unique healing experience, and help my clients to gain insights that they may not have had or experienced before. I help my clients develop coping skills that are unique to them, setting them up for the best possible outcome, because the therapy is tailored to their needs.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hello! My name is Dana Abbey and I have been a fully licensed psychotherapist established in the mental health field for 13 years. Over the course of my career I have worked in settings such as emergency rooms, residential treatment programs, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, schools, and outpatient clinics. This has afforded me a well rounded understanding of all aspects of mental healthcare. In the recent years I have incorporated telehealth into practice, allowing greater accessibility and convenience to more clients while providing the same results as in person therapy.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded
Specialties
Domestic Violence
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
+9
I am a licensed clinical social worker providing individual and couples therapy for adults navigating relationship challenges, grief and loss, emotional overwhelm and major life transitions. My goal is to help clients identify patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen boundaries and build practical coping strategies that support meaningful, lasting change. My approach is structured, supportive and nonjudgmental, creating space where clients can process challenges and move toward healing and growth. For clients who wish to integrate faith into their counseling journey, I also offer Christian based counseling. In addition to my therapy work, I bring several years of experience as a medical social worker, serving in hospitals, hospices and long-term care settings. This background gives me a deeper understanding of the emotional, relational and practical challenges that often come with illness, caregiving, grief and significant life transitions. I am licensed to practice in IL, NC and OH.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Solution oriented
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
+2
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been providing psychological services for the past 29 years. I provide a wide array of psychological services including individual, couples, adolescent and family therapy. I also specialize in issues related to cultural differences and other issues of diversity. On a personal level, I love to write, listen to music, sing, dance and spend time with the people that I love. I not only love what I do professionally, I am very passionate about helping my clients change their lives for the better.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Addiction
Family Conflict
Self Esteem
+9
Hello, I'm Tekoa, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in Addiction Therapy, I address the multifaceted challenges that often accompany substance use. If drugs or alcohol have negatively impacted your life, affecting your stability, family relationships, or career, and you feel trapped in a cycle of desperation, I offer a supportive path forward. I am committed to understanding your aspirations for sobriety, recovery, and overall well-being. Together, we will navigate the complexities of this journey in a safe and collaborative space, addressing underlying issues such as low self-worth, shame, guilt, unforgiveness, denial, dishonesty, pain, and loss. My therapeutic approach is direct and solution-focused. We will collaboratively explore the factors contributing to your current situation and develop a clear plan for positive change. While acknowledging the impact of external circumstances, I emphasize personal responsibility for life choices and the capacity for self-directed change. You possess the strength to achieve your goals, and I am here to partner with you in that process.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Direct
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+7
I’m a trauma-informed therapist whose work is shaped by both lived and professional experience. As an immigrant and former refugee, I understand that healing does not happen outside of context. My work is relational, culturally responsive, and grounded in helping clients make sense of what they have carried, understand repeating patterns, and move with more clarity and self-trust. I bring warmth, honesty, curiosity, and directness into the room while honoring the culture, identity, relationships, and systems that shape each client’s story.
Offers in-person in Chicago, IL - Accepting clients in ILAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Intelligent
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Grief
+10
Hey, I’m really glad you’re here 🤍 I’m a licensed clinical social worker who provides a warm, nonjudgmental space while also being honest and intentional in my approach. I believe therapy should feel safe, but also meaningful and growth-oriented. My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on real, lasting change. I don’t believe in just talking about problems, I help clients process and work through them.
VirtualAvailable
Intelligent
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Parenting
+7
Life can be challenging, but you don't have to navigate it alone. If you feel lost and unsure of your life's direction, are struggling with strained relationships, or find yourself overwhelmed by daily responsibilities, know that you are not alone. Many people share these feelings, and seeking guidance is a courageous first step toward change. Children, adolescents, and adults alike can feel discouraged, unmotivated, and frustrated by life's demands. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with individuals across all life stages to address these challenges. For children, I help develop social skills, identify and manage emotions, and teach problem-solving strategies for everyday situations. For adolescents, I assist in exploring life choices such as, peer and parent relationships, identity, attend or not attending college, and managing complex emotions. For adults, I provide support in finding purpose, building self-care routines, and navigating life's transitions. Together, we'll identify your current concerns and explore how your past experiences may be shaping your present. By uncovering your strengths, we'll create practical strategies to help you move forward. We'll set meaningful goals and work collaboratively to achieve them in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. Take the first step toward clarity and balance. Contact me today to begin your journey.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Holistic
Specialties
Anxiety
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I have been a mental health provider for over 30 years. I have gained knowledge through training and experience and developed a holistic counseling approach using mind, body, spirit and energy psychology. I am certified and trained in EMDR , hypnosis, and sound healing. I believe in finding a good routine of stress management and outlet and deep relaxation is very helpful. I enjoy working with individual adults college age on up. I combined some traditional counseling models such of solution focused, reality therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and behavioral therapy. I also provide relationship counseling and couples counseling. I work often with anxiety and depression. I work often with clients who have experienced trauma and clients who has experienced grief and loss. I typically help people by first healing the past, coming to the present, and helping them create the future they want. I believe everyone can heal and I want to assist in empowering people to be healthy and happy. I believe our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual are parts all need to be working healthy and together. I have worked with helping clients who have health issues and I am trained in holistic and integrative care. I help people be positive, confident , and feel balanced. I tend to be very easy to connect with and down to earth. I guide people and work with them to reach their goals human to human. I teach practical solution focused skills. I am honored to be a part of your growth process. I enjoy get to know people through the safe, sacred, therapeutic relationship. I will be here to teach, support, encourage, and give hope.
VirtualAvailable
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New to Grow

Empowering
Open-minded
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
+9
As a mental health professional for over twenty-five years, I am dedicated to helping clients explore options and strategies so that they may live a healthier and happier life. I provide compassionate care and counseling to individuals in Illinois, Missouri and Florida via Telehealth. I possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work specializing in Mental Health and Addictions. I also have completed a Master of Business Administration Degree focused on Healthcare Management. I am a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and enjoy spending time with my family, fishing, camping and traveling. I have extensive experience in Leadership and Direct Care positions within Inpatient and Outpatient Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Recovery and Rehabilitation facilities. As a result of those experiences, I witnessed and truly believe mental health and addiction recovery is possible. As we each experience our life’s journey, the good, bad, and ugly, we continue to learn and grow along the way. Many journeys will include troubled times resulting in anxiety, mood disorders, grief, loss, parenting difficulties, relationship issues, addictions and other challenges along the way. But most will also include exciting and positive times such as graduations, college, marriage, career advancements, births, relocations, new homes, new friends, and many more. Although positive, adjustment to these experiences may also result in a need for support during the transition. As a Social Worker, my approach will focus on the whole individual to identify other factors contributing to the current problem. This will include past and current relationships, health issues, work, living and social environments. My goal is to help clients find hope, joy and peace. They will achieve this by learning to view problems differently and using healthy coping skills to make changes and adjust to a new normal.
Available
Open-minded
Warm
Specialties
Grief
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+8
Life is overwhelming, especially in the current days. I believe no one's suffering should win and if you are reading this, you deserve empathy and love. As a fellow traveler in life, I am here to create a safe, supportive space where you don’t have to carry any burden alone. If you feel dragged down by the weight of life, I will help you build the strength and capacity to cope. I seek to help you feel understood and know that you are not alone. I believe the ultimate goal of therapy is to become your own therapist, and I am here to support you through that journey. As a counseling and sport psychologist, I specialize in relationships, grief and loss, performance concerns, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I will meet you with humor, compassion, and respect.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+8
As a licensed clinical social worker and certified yoga teacher, I use a multifaceted trauma-informed approach. I take into account your unique identity, lived experiences, and goals to best meet your needs. This can include mindfulness, mind-body exercises, challenging and reframing negative core beliefs, and helping you understand your motivations. Additionally, as an EMDR-informed therapist, I support clients in reprocessing difficult, traumatic experiences and emotions following the EMDR protocol.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who is passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges with compassion, curiosity, and practical support. I provide a warm, collaborative environment where you can feel safe exploring difficult emotions, building healthier coping strategies, and working toward meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, ADHD, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to help you move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
Available
Authentic
Empowering
Open-minded
Specialties
Racism
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+10
As a Latina, neurodivergent, and Jewish therapist, I understand that our identities influence how we experience relationships, community, belonging, and mental health. I enjoy working with individuals who are exploring the impact of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, neurodivergence, and other important aspects of who they are. Whether you are navigating questions of identity, cultural expectations, discrimination, or self-acceptance, I provide a space where your experiences can be explored with curiosity, respect, and compassion.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Life Transitions
Anxiety
Career Counseling
+7
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with more than 15 years of experience working as an LCPC in private practice and as a staff psychotherapist in college counseling. I practice an integrative approach within a relational and cultural framework, incorporating strength-based, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral theories. I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds with a cultural humility approach. I have experience in supervision/training, consultation, outreach, individual, group psychotherapy, and couples counseling. My areas of interest include life transition, family of origin issues, anxiety, grief, loss, racial stressors, relationship issues, intersectionality, and multicultural perspectives. I believe in creating a safe, empathetic, and supportive space to explore challenges, gain insight, improve self-awareness and self-acceptance, develop coping mechanisms, enhance communication, and break unhealthy, non-productive patterns, ultimately leading to more enriched, empowered, and productive life experiences and relationships.
VirtualOffers in-person in Chicago, IL - Accepting clients in ILAvailable
Empowering
Solution oriented
Challenging
Specialties
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
+2
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience helping thoughtful adults navigate transitions, burnout, and career shifts. I specialize in supporting high-achieving professionals and caregivers who feel overwhelmed by the daily grind. With a warm, culturally responsive approach, I help you move from surviving to thriving, equipping you with real-life tools to reconnect with your true self.
VirtualOffers in-person in Oak Park, IL - Accepting clients in ILAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+8
I am a licensed psychotherapist and certified DBT therapist with nearly a decade of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, trauma, and relationship concerns. I offer a thoughtful, collaborative approach that balances structure with compassion, helping clients feel both supported and empowered in their work. My integrative practice draws from DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), somatic mindfulness, and relational therapy, alongside executive functioning skill development. I focus on practical, solution-oriented strategies while also honoring the deeper emotional and relational patterns that shape each person’s experience. I work to create a calm, validating therapeutic space where clients can build insight, emotional regulation, and sustainable change at a pace that feels respectful and achievable.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
ADHD
Autism
LGBTQ
Hello, my name is Dr. Chamberlain and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Illinois. I earned my doctorate of clinical psychology in 2010 from Pacific University School of Graduate Psychology in Portland, Oregon. Prior to re-entering the field as a therapist and neuropsychological evaluator in 2021, I had a career in international corporate mental health benefits. In that role, I oversaw clinical service delivery at various organizations across the globe. I currently split my time between , conducting neuropsychological assessment and testing, and providing individual therapy to adults.
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Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.