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Top therapists in Illinois accepting new patients

Suzanne Martinez

Suzanne Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m Suzanne. I approach this work with intention and respect. When you sit across from me—even virtually—you have my full attention. My style is direct, honest, and grounded. I won’t overreact, and I won’t minimize your experience. I believe in your capacity to grow, and at times I will challenge you—with care and purpose—to help you move forward.

You can expect steadiness, discretion, and a focus on meaningful change, not just endless processing. Therapy is an investment of your time, energy, and trust, and I take that seriously. My goal is to support you in making real, lasting progress with clarity and confidence.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eva Reynoso

Eva Reynoso

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to provide a safe and supportive space for us to process painful past experiences as well as current difficulties.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Meghann Barnes

Meghann Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and former Professional School Counselor I bring nearly two decades of experience working with individuals across various stages of life. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I believe that healing happens when you feel seen, heard, and supported, without judgment.

My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or identity exploration, our work together will focus on helping you reconnect with your inner strength and move toward a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shantrell Sutton-McKenzie

Dr. Shantrell Sutton-McKenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


True wellness is a commitment to your best self. But what do you do if you don’t know what that looks like? When is the last time you had the space to reflect on your life and goals? Do you find yourself unbalanced due to life’s changes and in need of a reset? Meet with me! Let’s develop a plan for you to see yourself clearly. I utilize client-centered approaches with science-supported interventions. I won’t leave your wellness up to chance, let’s work together to make a change.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

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

Jeanette Bledsoe

Jeanette Bledsoe

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I blend practical tools with deeper reflection so you can not only cope in the moment, but also better understand what is driving your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and patterns.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derron Johnson

Derron Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered...”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

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

Simone Ayala

Simone Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I am supportive and challenging when necessary as the over all goal is for clients to heal and thrive throughout changes in life, to become the best version of themselves.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Caldwell

Andrew Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Lawrenceville, IL


I have been a counselor for over 5 years, with over 16 years in the helping field. I completed my Bachelors & Master at LCU in 2020. I completed my clinical licensure in 2022. I have practiced in multiple settings and love meeting people where they’re at.

I primarily work from a EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy). I completed EFCT training in the Summer of 2025.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues

Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Destinie Lambert

Destinie Lambert

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic approach is culturally grounded, emotionally attuned and rooted in connection, meeting clients exactly where they are without judgement.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance Abuse / Addiction,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Shannon Cagle

Shannon Cagle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a trauma-focused therapist and former correctional officer, which means I understand high‐stress, high‐stakes environments...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, United Healthcare


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Brown

Alex Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is patient-centered and judgment-free. I believe in listening first, understanding your unique experiences, and working together to find effective treatment solutions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

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

Deborah Connery

Deborah Connery

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I combine evidence-based tools to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and make meaningful change.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Hazel Patel

Hazel Patel

Therapist

Virtual • Carol Stream, IL


“For over 9 years, I have worked with adults who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, intrusive thoughts, emotional overwhelm, and difficulty managing relationships or family stress.”

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
Evelyn Tovar

Evelyn Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • Tucson, IL


“I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients like you can openly express themselves and explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Dr. Glenda Smith

Dr. Glenda Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Through the use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), clients learn useful tools to manage highly stressful situations and lesson the impact of daily life events.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Antonio Gonzales Ogas

Antonio Gonzales Ogas

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Paul, IL


“Vulnerability is the probably the center point of my practice... this helps me determine how to approach building the therapeutic alliance.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Challenging, Direct

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Clapp

Tiffany Clapp

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am genuine, reliable, nonjudgmental, and affirming and will do everything I can to build your trust...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Isaac Gago

Isaac Gago

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1411 Commerce Drive, Algonquin, IL

“My approach is collaborative—I take time to understand your full story and create a treatment plan that fits your life, not just your symptoms.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellis Hulse

Ellis Hulse

Therapist

Virtual • New York, IL


“I currently use a blend of different mindfulness-based cognitive behavior therapies and mind-body exercises to help people better cope with anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and grief.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension,

Hillary Mirabal

Hillary Mirabal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3420 West Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL

“In my role, as a psychotherapist, I like to bring an open-minded, warm, and affirming style to the therapy space.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Reynertson

Sarah Reynertson

Therapist

Virtual • Clarendon Hills, IL


“I focus on treating trauma through the integration of evidenced based and holistic approaches of wellness including psychotherapy, reiki energy healing, and aromatherapy.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Holistic, Humorous

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

Susan Alamillo

Susan Alamillo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work to build your trust by creating an environment where you feel safe, accepted, understood and heard, with no judgement.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Danielle Pertiller

Danielle Pertiller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is direct, compassionate, and as "real as it's going to get". I help clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves find clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Rachel Birkenfeld

Rachel Birkenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With more than 30 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship challenges, and many of life's difficult transitions.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Megan Luke

Megan Luke

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I love to help people work through the background issues that have held them back from finding their full potential.”

Anger Management, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Cooper

Kristina Cooper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help you better understand your mental health, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

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

Daryl Flink

Daryl Flink

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I empower my clients to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. The goal of our work together is to unlock the best version of your authentic self.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Jennifer Schreiber

Jennifer Schreiber

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in grief in all its forms: not just losing a loved one, but the loss that comes from a diagnosis, a relationship, a sense of self, or a version of your life that no longer exists.”

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

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Reena Lopez

Reena Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a compassionate and solution-oriented professional, I am committed to collaborating with you to overcome the complexities that disrupt your life and impede your well-being.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen Tamillow

Maureen Tamillow

Therapist

Virtual • Hinsdale, IL


“I try to match the clients needs when doing the therapeutic process... people grow the best by working in a structure that matches their pace and their best way of learning.”

Anger Management, OCD, Substance Abuse / Addiction

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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

Connie Guerra

Connie Guerra

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in meeting my client where they are. I believe therapy should be a judgement free environment where we build a relationship that affiliates growth.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Sara Lytle

Sara Lytle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help my clients find meaning and hope amidst suffering; experience greater awareness and psychological flexibility; and live in alignment with their deepest values.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaShara Shaw

LaShara Shaw

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to empower individuals to make intentional choices that lead to growth, healing, and a life of purpose.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Participatory

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

Britni Ludwig

Britni Ludwig

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


As a Marriage and Family Therapist and ADHD specialist, I help individuals and couples improve their relationships and manage challenges related to communication, ADHD, parenting, and daily stress. Relationships play a big role in our well-being—they can bring closeness and joy, but also tension and disconnection. In therapy, I’ll help you notice patterns that may be keeping you stuck, let go of what isn’t working, and build healthier, more fulfilling connections. I also support individuals in handling the demands of work, parenting, and relationships with more balance and confidence.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dena Sidmore-Seyer

Dena Sidmore-Seyer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about helping people feel empowered, heal, and move toward lives that feel meaningful and authentic.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

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

Dyamon White

Dyamon White

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a warm environment. It will feel warm and non-judgemental, giving my client space to speak about whatever is impeding at that time.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Ana Cabello

Ana Cabello

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Her specialty is Guided Meditation, an easy yet efficient tool to overcome life challenges that can positively impact.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Lynn Buck

Lynn Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

24047 West Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL

“I work with clients using a warm and empathetic non-clinical style that treats you like I would want to be treated - as a human being that just wants a little help, not as broken or a diagnosis.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

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

Kay White

Kay White

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on establishing a solid, supportive relationship with my clients. I truly enjoy working with individuals to find solutions that work for them.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrice M. Smith

Patrice M. Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

211 Sheridan Street, Joliet, IL

“My approach to therapy is an eclectic mix of solution focused, behavioral, and emotionally focused therapy.”

Family Issues, Grief or loss, Relationship Issues, Trauma,

Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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