Therapists in Chicago, IL
Sarah Pals
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60660 (Online Only)
I have been working in the social work and therapy field for 10+ years. I have worked in a variety of environments with a multitude of populations. I am a believer in unplugging and truly getting to know your strengths, weaknesses, and values. I mainly come from a framework of Existentialism, especially finding meaning in life, and living authentically to our values. I am a proponent of the mind-body connection and use mindfulness in therapy. Although Existential and Mindfulness Therapies are my framework, I use an integrative approach which is a mix of therapies depending on what will best help each presenting difficulty.
I have been working in the social work and therapy field for 10+ years. I have worked in a variety of environments with a multitude of populations. I am a believer in unplugging and truly getting to know your strengths, weaknesses, and values. I mainly come from a framework of Existentialism, especially finding meaning in life, and living authentically to our values. I am a proponent of the mind-body connection and use mindfulness in therapy. Although Existential and Mindfulness Therapies are my framework, I use an integrative approach which is a mix of therapies depending on what will best help each presenting difficulty.
Michela Stevenson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, ALMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work exclusively with couples who are navigating major life transitions (marriage, new baby, grief & loss), boundary and communication struggles, infidelity and other relationship crises. I am especially passionate about perinatal mental health issues, and helping couples manage their roles as parents while preserving their relationship.
I work exclusively with couples who are navigating major life transitions (marriage, new baby, grief & loss), boundary and communication struggles, infidelity and other relationship crises. I am especially passionate about perinatal mental health issues, and helping couples manage their roles as parents while preserving their relationship.
Fundamentally, we all search for meaning and our highest, most fulfilled life. Therapy can help to uncover and rectify those blockages that hold us back - the trauma that has paralyzed, the depression that has frozen, or the anxiety that has impaired. Through a holistic approach, I can help you to identify ways in which to overcome these obstacles.
Fundamentally, we all search for meaning and our highest, most fulfilled life. Therapy can help to uncover and rectify those blockages that hold us back - the trauma that has paralyzed, the depression that has frozen, or the anxiety that has impaired. Through a holistic approach, I can help you to identify ways in which to overcome these obstacles.
Clients frequently come to me when they are at a “fork in the road.” They are searching for direction after having experienced and/or overcome significant personal challenges. Unfortunately, they now find that their historical coping mechanisms are no longer serving them. They seek a greater understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and behavioral patterns in order to progress in life.
Clients frequently come to me when they are at a “fork in the road.” They are searching for direction after having experienced and/or overcome significant personal challenges. Unfortunately, they now find that their historical coping mechanisms are no longer serving them. They seek a greater understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and behavioral patterns in order to progress in life.
As your therapist, I prioritize learning about you, I’m here to listen. Whether you’re looking to cope with a major life transition, grief, stress or coping skills to manage anxiety or depression, I customize my approach to meet your needs so we can work to create positive change. During difficult times, it is my hope to help you feel more connected, understood, and supported. Together we can work to find light among what may feel like dark times.
As your therapist, I prioritize learning about you, I’m here to listen. Whether you’re looking to cope with a major life transition, grief, stress or coping skills to manage anxiety or depression, I customize my approach to meet your needs so we can work to create positive change. During difficult times, it is my hope to help you feel more connected, understood, and supported. Together we can work to find light among what may feel like dark times.
Irena Raagas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60604 (Online Only)
My approach in therapy is to meet you where you are at and to ensure that you feel heard. You will be in a judgment free space where we will collaborate to help you reach your recovery goals. Do you feel overwhelmed, and that life is closing in on you? Are you experiencing Anxiety and Depression and can't seem to get out of your slump? Have you been reluctant to seek therapy in the past for various reasons? Therapy is a collaboration, a way to process your thoughts and emotions with my guidance. We will go over your goals and monitor your progress. I offer a warm, trusting environment where the focus will be you.
My approach in therapy is to meet you where you are at and to ensure that you feel heard. You will be in a judgment free space where we will collaborate to help you reach your recovery goals. Do you feel overwhelmed, and that life is closing in on you? Are you experiencing Anxiety and Depression and can't seem to get out of your slump? Have you been reluctant to seek therapy in the past for various reasons? Therapy is a collaboration, a way to process your thoughts and emotions with my guidance. We will go over your goals and monitor your progress. I offer a warm, trusting environment where the focus will be you.
Rachel Harden-Maddox
Counselor, MHS, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
Curious about your wellness journey? Let's explore together! Maybe you realize you're ready to start on a path to healing and self-discovery? Perhaps you've been feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or anger and are seeking tools to regain your sense of peace and balance? Or, are you looking to navigate the difficult parts of a relationship, like improving communication, addressing conflicts, or finding greater intimacy and connection? Whatever your motivation, your well-being matters, and I'm here to provide the guidance and support you're seeking. Let's start the journey now and connect today!
Curious about your wellness journey? Let's explore together! Maybe you realize you're ready to start on a path to healing and self-discovery? Perhaps you've been feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or anger and are seeking tools to regain your sense of peace and balance? Or, are you looking to navigate the difficult parts of a relationship, like improving communication, addressing conflicts, or finding greater intimacy and connection? Whatever your motivation, your well-being matters, and I'm here to provide the guidance and support you're seeking. Let's start the journey now and connect today!
Cara McGhee, LPC takes a holistic eclectic approach to therapy. With the holistic aspect, Cara addresses symptoms as one way an individual's cognizance can convey consideration to an individual's advance perception. In the eclectic aspect, Cara uses various theoretical approaches to meet client's needs. Cara also addresses the therapeutic relationship with the belief that a stable relationship incorporates trust, authenticity, autonomy and optimistic outcomes. Cara has experience with survivors and offenders of domestic violence, substance use, parenting, and ran a court ordered anger management program.
Cara McGhee, LPC takes a holistic eclectic approach to therapy. With the holistic aspect, Cara addresses symptoms as one way an individual's cognizance can convey consideration to an individual's advance perception. In the eclectic aspect, Cara uses various theoretical approaches to meet client's needs. Cara also addresses the therapeutic relationship with the belief that a stable relationship incorporates trust, authenticity, autonomy and optimistic outcomes. Cara has experience with survivors and offenders of domestic violence, substance use, parenting, and ran a court ordered anger management program.
Amy McGinnis Hogan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60622
I believe that growth and change are possible - but also - you might be exactly where you need to be in your life. Perhaps you just need to create more space for your authentic self to exist and grow. Working with both individuals and couples, I believe that a healthy relationship with ourself and others is an important part of our well-being. In addition to 1:1 therapy, I am a Level 2 Gottman trained couples therapist who specializes in helping couples strengthen connection, build intimacy, learn direct and loving communication skills and hone conflict management skills to help repair and connect more deeply in relationships.
I believe that growth and change are possible - but also - you might be exactly where you need to be in your life. Perhaps you just need to create more space for your authentic self to exist and grow. Working with both individuals and couples, I believe that a healthy relationship with ourself and others is an important part of our well-being. In addition to 1:1 therapy, I am a Level 2 Gottman trained couples therapist who specializes in helping couples strengthen connection, build intimacy, learn direct and loving communication skills and hone conflict management skills to help repair and connect more deeply in relationships.
Melinda McDonald
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657 (Online Only)
I believe that relationships are an essential element to our overall wellness. I understand that there are times when we may feel stuck in negative patterns and disconnected from those close to us. Counseling can provide a way to help clients navigate these struggles and promote health and growth in their relationships. By utilizing compassion and self-acceptance, I believe that we all have the ability to create positive change in our relationships and our lives.
I believe that relationships are an essential element to our overall wellness. I understand that there are times when we may feel stuck in negative patterns and disconnected from those close to us. Counseling can provide a way to help clients navigate these struggles and promote health and growth in their relationships. By utilizing compassion and self-acceptance, I believe that we all have the ability to create positive change in our relationships and our lives.
Jen Schroeder
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60625
Not accepting new clients
I work with individuals across the lifespan however my specialties are working with women and health care/mental health professionals. My Ideal clients are interested in deeper, longer-term work, and are open to emotional exploration and mind-body approaches. My areas of specialization include complex issues related to trauma, abuse or neglect, grief, loss, separation, life transition, relationship difficulties, dissociation, emotional regulation, sexuality, body image concerns, and fertility issues. I also have significant experience working with cancer survivors and their families as well as in the area of relational violence.
I work with individuals across the lifespan however my specialties are working with women and health care/mental health professionals. My Ideal clients are interested in deeper, longer-term work, and are open to emotional exploration and mind-body approaches. My areas of specialization include complex issues related to trauma, abuse or neglect, grief, loss, separation, life transition, relationship difficulties, dissociation, emotional regulation, sexuality, body image concerns, and fertility issues. I also have significant experience working with cancer survivors and their families as well as in the area of relational violence.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
Not accepting new clients
I have over 35 years of clinical experience in psychodynamic psychoanalytic therapy. I have particular experience in working with adults who are experiencing relational difficulties as well as suffering from anxiety and depressive disorders.
I have over 35 years of clinical experience in psychodynamic psychoanalytic therapy. I have particular experience in working with adults who are experiencing relational difficulties as well as suffering from anxiety and depressive disorders.
I collaborate with individuals either continuing or initiating their therapeutic journey. My experience spans working with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, complex trauma, and trauma. My work extends to individuals of diverse nationalities addressing a range of topics such as immigration and acculturation as well. I have worked with individuals facing the complexities of life transitions, relationship issues, attachment issues, and self identity, helping them overcome obstacles hindering the achievement of their self-defined goals.
I collaborate with individuals either continuing or initiating their therapeutic journey. My experience spans working with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, complex trauma, and trauma. My work extends to individuals of diverse nationalities addressing a range of topics such as immigration and acculturation as well. I have worked with individuals facing the complexities of life transitions, relationship issues, attachment issues, and self identity, helping them overcome obstacles hindering the achievement of their self-defined goals.
As a therapist, I aim to deeply comprehend the intricate dynamics that shape the lives of my clients. I believe that within each individual lies inherent strengths waiting to be harnessed through the therapeutic relationship. These strengths can serve as a source of empowerment and a guide through life's challenges. I view my role as that of a facilitator on the journey of self-discovery, acknowledging that my clients possess the capacity for healing and transformation.
As a therapist, I aim to deeply comprehend the intricate dynamics that shape the lives of my clients. I believe that within each individual lies inherent strengths waiting to be harnessed through the therapeutic relationship. These strengths can serve as a source of empowerment and a guide through life's challenges. I view my role as that of a facilitator on the journey of self-discovery, acknowledging that my clients possess the capacity for healing and transformation.
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Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60617 (Online Only)
I am Dr. Katherine Mejia a pre-licensed Spanish-speaking Latina psychologist committed to helping clients navigate challenging times while understanding the impact of culture and identity on mental health. Throughout my experience in the mental health field, I have gained a deep understanding of working with individuals from all walks of life and dealing with a myriad of concerns. In that time, what has become abundantly clear to me is no two people are alike, and no two experiences are ever the same, even If the diagnosis is.
I am Dr. Katherine Mejia a pre-licensed Spanish-speaking Latina psychologist committed to helping clients navigate challenging times while understanding the impact of culture and identity on mental health. Throughout my experience in the mental health field, I have gained a deep understanding of working with individuals from all walks of life and dealing with a myriad of concerns. In that time, what has become abundantly clear to me is no two people are alike, and no two experiences are ever the same, even If the diagnosis is.
I offer an integration of psychotherapy and Yoga Therapy in tandem sessions. I am both a licensed health psychologist and a certified yoga therapist. My clients tend to be high functioning adults seeking private holistic therapy and pain relief. I assist with relationships, stress, back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, physical disabilities and medical conditions. Supported yoga postures, proper alignment, and longer holds facilitate deeper feeling, fuller opening, greater release. Yoga Therapy enhances rehabilitation of injuries naturally using gravity, tensegrity and breath to improve circulation and create more space in tight joints, relieving tension and fatigue, facilitating clarity and insight.
I offer an integration of psychotherapy and Yoga Therapy in tandem sessions. I am both a licensed health psychologist and a certified yoga therapist. My clients tend to be high functioning adults seeking private holistic therapy and pain relief. I assist with relationships, stress, back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, physical disabilities and medical conditions. Supported yoga postures, proper alignment, and longer holds facilitate deeper feeling, fuller opening, greater release. Yoga Therapy enhances rehabilitation of injuries naturally using gravity, tensegrity and breath to improve circulation and create more space in tight joints, relieving tension and fatigue, facilitating clarity and insight.
I specialize in supporting people who have experienced trauma, whether this be a single event, or repeated or chronic experiences throughout their childhood or life. I also work with people who having difficulties managing their mood (e.g. experiencing depression or anxiety) and understanding the role of experiences in shaping their sense of self and identity. I can work with people to process hard life experiences, creating a space to be heard or challenged, but also to develop practical skills to better cope with their difficulties (e.g. improving motivation, managing anxiety, reducing "unhelpful coping" such as substance misuse).
I specialize in supporting people who have experienced trauma, whether this be a single event, or repeated or chronic experiences throughout their childhood or life. I also work with people who having difficulties managing their mood (e.g. experiencing depression or anxiety) and understanding the role of experiences in shaping their sense of self and identity. I can work with people to process hard life experiences, creating a space to be heard or challenged, but also to develop practical skills to better cope with their difficulties (e.g. improving motivation, managing anxiety, reducing "unhelpful coping" such as substance misuse).
As a member of the LGBTQ community, I understand how important it is to find a therapist with whom one can identify and feel comfortable sharing the very personal reasons that bring individuals to counseling. As such, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space in which to explore the needs of my clients. For me, finding meaning and purpose is paramount to maintaining one's mental health. As such I work in collaboration with my clients to help find those things that make one feel whole and connected.
As a member of the LGBTQ community, I understand how important it is to find a therapist with whom one can identify and feel comfortable sharing the very personal reasons that bring individuals to counseling. As such, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space in which to explore the needs of my clients. For me, finding meaning and purpose is paramount to maintaining one's mental health. As such I work in collaboration with my clients to help find those things that make one feel whole and connected.
Hello, Beautiful Soul! I am here to assist you in becoming the best ‘you’ that you can be. I have a passion to serve the youth as many issues we face in childhood can continue into adulthood. Experience is a great teacher. However, sometimes we get stuck. Just because you think it, doesn’t make it true. I am a firm believer that you can teach an old dog new tricks. I work with a wide range of issues from family dysfunction, trauma, and gender identity. As your therapist, I strive to create a safe space and a judgment free zone to allow you to grow boundlessly.
Hello, Beautiful Soul! I am here to assist you in becoming the best ‘you’ that you can be. I have a passion to serve the youth as many issues we face in childhood can continue into adulthood. Experience is a great teacher. However, sometimes we get stuck. Just because you think it, doesn’t make it true. I am a firm believer that you can teach an old dog new tricks. I work with a wide range of issues from family dysfunction, trauma, and gender identity. As your therapist, I strive to create a safe space and a judgment free zone to allow you to grow boundlessly.
Morgan Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60643
I received a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for seven years. I enjoy working with children and adolescents ages 5-18, adults and families experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, mood concerns, trauma, grief/loss, life transitions, and issues with self-esteem. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum. I believe in understanding and treating the whole person and creating an open, safe and empathic space to explore and work toward the changes you desire.
I received a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor for seven years. I enjoy working with children and adolescents ages 5-18, adults and families experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, mood concerns, trauma, grief/loss, life transitions, and issues with self-esteem. I also have experience working with individuals diagnosed with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum. I believe in understanding and treating the whole person and creating an open, safe and empathic space to explore and work toward the changes you desire.
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Number of Therapists in Chicago, IL
3,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Chicago, IL who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Life Transitions |
66% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
95% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
63% | Aetna |
50% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Chicago, IL see their clients
62% | In Person and Online | |
38% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |