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Michelle Erford

Michelle Erford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I enjoy working with women through major life transitions, particularly during the perinatal period.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa McCutchen

Melissa McCutchen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in talk therapy. I have worked with various situations, and feel that I am a traveler along your journey, there to assist and guide as you draw closer to your personal desires and purpose.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

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

Benjamin Mullineaux

Benjamin Mullineaux

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD, helping clients reduce the impact of intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and anxiety.”

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

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dr. Reylla Santos

Dr. Reylla Santos

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I have been working with marginalized populations and people struggling with addictions for over a decade.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Erick Arguello

Dr. Erick Arguello

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a clinical psychologist driven by a deep sense of empathy and a genuine curiosity about human behavior and the motivations that shape our lives. I strive to create a space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood without judgment. My approach is grounded in authenticity, both in how I show up and in how I support others in reconnecting with their own genuine selves. I believe that meaningful change begins with understanding, and I am committed to walking alongside each person as they explore their experiences, build insight, and move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

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

Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Rebecca Burda

Rebecca Burda

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have more than ten years experience providing services to individuals age 4 to 60+, with my primary practice focus working with children and adolescents, young adults, and parents/caregivers. I am a Certified Parent Peer Support Specialist in addition to my clinical licensure. I have experience working with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, etc. I have also worked with individuals with mild to moderate cognitive disabilities in addition to their mental health diagnoses.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaileen Martinez

Shaileen Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, IL


“As a former client myself, I believe in providing cultural and gender affirming care while building a safe, trusting relationship...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Barsotti

Christopher Barsotti

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I also bring lived experience to my work, which helps me approach therapy with authenticity, empathy, and the understanding that healing looks different for everyone.”

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

Challenging, Inquisitive, Participatory

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

Dr. Alesha Caldwell

Dr. Alesha Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I can tailor responses based on your tone and needs—whether you're looking for validation, insight, practical tools, or just a safe space to vent.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Strohl

Anna Strohl

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with trauma and life changes. I enjoy working with a multitude of people, and focus on reaching goals and supporting clients to live the lives they desire.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Kelly Ambrose

Kelly Ambrose

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read about my professional background.

I graduated with my bachelor's in social work in 2013 from MacMurray College in Jacksonville IL.

I furthered my education at the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign School of Social Work and graduated with my Masters in SW in 2017.

I have gained 13 years of experience with the majority of those years spent in psychiatric facilities for children and adults.

I specialize in motivational interviewing, DBT, CBT, and a multitude of other treatment styles.

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

Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Xiaoxi Lin

Xiaoxi Lin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with high-achieving adults—especially Asian and immigrant professionals—who may appear successful on the outside while privately struggling with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, burnout, or relationship and family pressure.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, OCD,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Emily Millman

Emily Millman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Welcome! I’m Emily, the founder and sole clinician at North of Now Therapy. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for adults navigating anxiety, grief, infertility, and life transitions.

I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and hold a Master of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. I am licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Michigan.

Over the years, I’ve worked in a variety of settings including schools, community mental health clinics, and private practice. These experiences have allowed me to support individuals from diverse backgrounds as they navigate complex emotional and psychological challenges.

Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Infertility,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Marta Kromka-Brigagliano

Marta Kromka-Brigagliano

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should provide both emotional support and practical tools that help you create change in your everyday life.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherise Nicholas

Sherise Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients understand the patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so they can begin to respond differently and feel more in control.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jalen Clemmons

Jalen Clemmons

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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

Debora Wilson

Debora Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing is possible through both clinical and God's restoring grace. You are not alone in this journey, we walk together with hope, dignity, and purpose.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Substance Abuse / Addiction,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Rex Dayola

Rex Dayola

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My style is emotionally focused, which means therapy can feel both challenging and deeply transformative.”

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

Challenging, Direct, Empowering

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

Kristen Svatos

Kristen Svatos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

2093 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL

“I like to take a humanistic, client centered approach to therapy utilizing client strengths to create a collaborative, safe environment to process trauma and experiences...”

ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

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

Joshua Bracken

Joshua Bracken

Therapist

Virtual • Bolingbrook, IL


I graduated with my MSW in 2018 from the University of Southern California. I have 8 years of experience in social work. I have worked in a number of environments including; in home therapeutic services designed to smooth transition from children coming out of state care or working with families to ensure they build the skills to stay together after court intervention, school social work at the high school level, and individual therapy working with youth and adolescents, and working with adults who have found life transitions difficult such as a sudden loss or change.

My preferred modalities are:

Motivational Interviewing

Psychoeducation

CBT

DBT

ACT

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Amber Wood

Amber Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I know what it's like to be shamed based on religious stances, so rest assured, I won't be trying to push any beliefs into our sessions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension,

Alan Deibel

Alan Deibel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“When I lost my mother at 13, I learned to survive by staying strong, keeping it together, and minimizing my own pain.”

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

Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

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

Valeta Wilson

Valeta Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm very passionate about working with helping those who suffer from the debilitation of mental illness- most specifically, depression, anxiety, or trauma.”

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

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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

Joseph Basso

Joseph Basso

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, conversational, and goal-oriented. I believe therapy works best as a partnership...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Ruby Zarzyczny

Ruby Zarzyczny

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I've spent my career supporting Veterans, families, and individuals navigating trauma, chronic stress, and major life transitions.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jazline Villar

Jazline Villar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello! I've been practicing since 2017. I've worked in community based organizations and private practice. I've worked closely with the BIPOC communities with a particular emphasis on the Latinx community. I am Latinx and cis-genderd female. I focus on intergenerational trauma and healing. I specialize in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Maternal Mental Health, Family Mental Health, Interpersonal Violence, Complex Trauma and Traumatic Stress. I've seen couples since 2024.

ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Holistic, Humorous

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

Morgan Browning

Morgan Browning

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“At the heart of my work is the relationship we build. I care deeply about creating a space that feels warm, supportive, and safe.”

Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Wagner

Samantha Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices to help you connect with your authentic self...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Danny Ross

Danny Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

100 South Atkinson Road, Grayslake, IL

I am an LCSW, and have been since 2014, and a LMSW for 2 years prior to that. I have a masters degree in Clinical Social work and work with individuals, couples and families. I work with those with anxiety, depression, communication issues, and most issues that we are going through currently.

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

Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

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

Katherine Rack

Katherine Rack

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing begins when we create enough safety to honestly explore the experiences, relationships, and systems that have pulled us away from our authentic selves.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Berenguel Smolka

Amanda Berenguel Smolka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am an empathic listener with a calming presence. I love getting to know you, the you that is deep inside that hardly anyone else gets to see.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amelia Pauley

Amelia Pauley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1308 Collins Avenue, Lawrenceville, IL

“As a provider with lived experience with significant anxiety, I know personally and professionally the challenges that can present themselves when you are seeking a way out of fear and sadness.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Energetic

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

Tanya Johnson

Tanya Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize evidence-based tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy (bSFT) to assist individuals in overcoming trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Chelsea Jo Schelling

Chelsea Jo Schelling

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am driven to helping others feel safe and supported while embracing your best authentic self in the process.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

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

Danya Artimisi

Danya Artimisi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

4972 Benchmark Centre Drive, Swansea, IL

“My therapeutic approach is to connect with my clients on a relational level. Feeling validated is an important component within the therapeutic relationship...”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Jasmin Walker

Jasmin Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


“She previously served as the director of a specialized inpatient unit for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing—a unique program designed for those in need of acute behavioral health care, staffed entirely by professionals fluent in American...”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shewayn Watson

Shewayn Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focus is helping clients develop strategies to cope with overwhelming emotions, enhancing coping skills and improving relationships.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Jennifer Cooper

Jennifer Cooper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Davenport, IL


“My approach to care is rooted in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a deep commitment to helping each person feel seen, heard, and supported.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Lazzara

Linda Lazzara

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is direct, active, and compassionate. I help partners slow down reactive patterns, identify the deeper needs driving their conflict, and build the tools to communicate with clarity and respect.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Koelbl

Paula Koelbl

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approaches include Psychodynamic, CBT, Gottman-informed techniques, and Animal-assisted therapy with my Golden Retriever, Maverick.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Challenging, Holistic, Humorous

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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