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Top therapists in Illinois accepting new patients

Miranda Bradshaw

Miranda Bradshaw

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, IL


“My goal for each session is for every client to leave feeling more empowered in their ability to handle the ups and downs in life.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Diego Osorio Gomez

Diego Osorio Gomez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, supportive, and direct. I prioritize building a strong, trusting relationship with each client, meeting them where they are and helping them move forward at a pace that feels right.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Ashley Walay

Ashley Walay

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


You’re capable and use to managing a lot, but lately life feels overwhelming.

I’m Ashley Walay, LICSW, and I work with BIPOC women and LGBTQ+ individuals, professionals, single parents, and military-connected individuals (including spouses, veterans, contractors, and civilian employees) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, chronic stress, and life transitions.

I value clear, direct communication and tailor therapy to your needs, whether you want tools or space to process. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, balance, and confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Anh Nguyen

Anh Nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a whole-person approach to psychiatric care—recognizing that your mental health is deeply connected to your physical, emotional, and social well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Alyssa Fatigato

Alyssa Fatigato

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic philosophy is that you have everything that you need to heal and together we will find it.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Dana Eason

Dr. Dana Eason

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Dana primarily works with adults and is passionate about providing informed, compassionate care where you are a partner in your mental health journey.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna

Dr. Cali Babey Higley

Dr. Cali Babey Higley

Psychologist

Virtual • Centennial, IL


“I believe in the power of relationships as an important component of healing and I integrate mindfulness and somatic approaches often with clients.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Providence Health Plan


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Devin Pinckard

Devin Pinckard

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that my clients and I are equals, as I get inspiration from them to continue to grow as a therapist.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Alexis Jimenez

Alexis Jimenez

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm here to walk beside you, providing the support, understanding, and guidance you need to move towards personal growth, stability, and self-compassion.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Karina Breezer

Karina Breezer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1010 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL

“Solution-focused, with no unnecessary fluff. I'm not here to have you rehash your whole life story every week — I'm here to help you actually move forward.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Kirsten Doan

Kirsten Doan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisville, IL


“Therapy in this space isn't about fixing yourself—it's about understanding your experiences and reconnecting with your strengths.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,


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Ada Kentris-Larkin

Ada Kentris-Larkin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy is not about becoming a different person—it's about learning how to work with yourself instead of against yourself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,


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Dr. Susie Han

Dr. Susie Han

Therapist

Virtual • Tallahassee, IL


“I offer a warm, structured, and supportive space where we can slow things down, make sense of what is happening, and work toward feeling more grounded, connected, and confident in your daily life and relationships.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Denika Mcmillen

Denika Mcmillen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with adult and adolescent individuals, including those with the LGBTQ+ community, who are confronted with life challenges such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, homelessness, and substance abuse issues.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,


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Dr. Laura Santos

Dr. Laura Santos

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a bilingual, Puerto Rican, therapist with a passion for serving LGBTQ+ individuals and relationships, as well as immigrant populations.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Ascension,


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Sarah Wickenhauser

Sarah Wickenhauser

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Patients often tell me they feel genuinely heard in our sessions. They describe me as a strong listener, informative, nonjudgmental...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Brandon Hutchins

Brandon Hutchins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help adults move beyond survival and toward healing by creating a space where all parts of their experience are welcome.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Jessica Bosques

Jessica Bosques

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

15020 South Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, IL

“Mental health...is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Ajibola Obajimi

Ajibola Obajimi

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience providing services to people with severe mental illness and substance abuse.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,


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Jessica Milgrome

Jessica Milgrome

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I help women facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, and relationship struggles like breakups, emotional abuse, or trauma.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Matthew Meier

Matthew Meier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Growth won't always be comfortable, but I strive to make the therapeutic relationship genuine and healing.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Kendall Wilson

Kendall Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and collaborative. I believe each person has unique strengths and the capacity for growth and healing.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Elizabeth Budde

Elizabeth Budde

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my MSW through Dominic University. I worked in community-based settings providing crisis intervention services for several years before transitioning to private practice.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship Issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,


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Lyndsei Howze

Lyndsei Howze

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in supporting high-functioning BIPOC professionals who find themselves grappling with the weight of stress, burnout, perfectionism, and the unique challenges that come with being a trailblazer and a "strong friend."”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Michelle Slocum

Michelle Slocum

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in grief, generational trauma, depression, and anxiety—and I am passionate about helping clients break cycles they may have carried for years.”

Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Hilary Hoye

Hilary Hoye

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim to provide a safe space for women to feel understood and validated, to explore, and to process all that the journey of motherhood brings with it.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Kathiana Falmer

Kathiana Falmer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy with me is warm, grounding, and honest. I help you make sense of responses like anxiety, emotional numbness, defensiveness, and people-pleasing—not as flaws, but as learned ways your mind and body have tried to protect you.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,


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John Henson

John Henson

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“As a board certified psychotherapist, I have nearly 30 years of clinical experience treating adults with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorders.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Rebecca Cotton

Rebecca Cotton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m a licensed clinical social worker offering remote therapy for people of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol and substance use, and stress management. My approach is compassionate, empowering, and grounded in meeting you where you are. I honor each client’s story and help them build on their strengths as they move toward healing and lasting change.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Klaudia Carpenter

Klaudia Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My aim is to provide a safe and inclusive place to develop a collaborative path to being your best version of yourself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Latina McMillan

Latina McMillan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution focused, creating a supportive environment where clients can gain insight while developing practical tools for lasting growth.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Aubry Daniel

Aubry Daniel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Aubry would describe herself as a straight-shooter, values direct communication and thus loves working with couples/relationship dynamics where accountability and empathy collide.”

Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD,

Challenging, Direct, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,


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Dr. Kari Weiterschan

Dr. Kari Weiterschan

Psychologist

Virtual • Palatine, IL


“I strive to understand my clients lived experiences from an empathic and non-judgemental perspective.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


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Danny Weiler

Danny Weiler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in supporting teens and twenty-somethings who are navigating anxiety, depression, academic stress, relationships, and the "What am I doing?" moments that show up during significant transitions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Lauren Manola

Lauren Manola

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I value the humanity and lived experience of those I meet, and am able to help clients explore their stories in meaningful ways.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,


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Jeannette Collier

Jeannette Collier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

5316 West Elm Street, 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,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Kathryn Bienemann

Kathryn Bienemann

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I like to excavate an individual's background, the foundation of what makes them them... From there we work on moving forward as an individual gains personal awareness and tools that are already within them.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Tammi Walker

Tammi Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

124 South County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL

“I work with my clients by using a warm and authentic approach. I like to focus on empowering my clients and tapping into their strengths.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Kelli Louden

Kelli Louden

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that everyone deserves to live full healthy lives, free of past trauma, hurt and pain that can impact our lives in negative ways.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Gary Spring

Gary Spring

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

201 East Ogden Avenue, Hinsdale, IL

“I've spent over 16 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life changes, and I focus on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and how to start making changes.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

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