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Fanisha Calvert

Fanisha Calvert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1010 Jorie Boulevard, Oak Brook, IL

“At every therapy session, we work together to explore your emotional experiences as well as the thoughts and behaviors that may be holding you back from living the life you desire.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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

Traci Millar

Traci Millar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

608 South Washington Street, Naperville, IL

“Traci is a passionate, committed, empathic licensed clinical professional counselor who has over 10 years working with adolescents and families.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriela Amaro

Gabriela Amaro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I combine evidence-based practices with a warm, empathetic demeanor, helping clients navigate their mental health journey with dignity and respect.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

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

Kiera Gordon

Kiera Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I understand how easy it is to set goals for your health, mindset, or life and how frustrating it can feel when you keep starting over.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Elizabeth Lowder

Elizabeth Lowder

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with moms and birthing parents of all ages & stages. I have advanced training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as well as birth trauma.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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

Bridget Dietz

Bridget Dietz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

4707 North Broadway, Chicago, IL

“I believe that the most important factor in successful therapy is the client-therapist relationship, and I utilize a relational approach based on authenticity, humor, and warmth.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Direct, Humorous

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

Markesha Woods

Markesha Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe people change when they feel genuinely understood and have tools they can actually use — so I aim to be both a steady, nonjudgmental presence and a practical partner in the work.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Benjamin De La Torre

Benjamin De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients using a humanistic solution focused approach incorporating mindfulness and exploring the clients' experiences and how they can re-write the story of their lives by their design.”

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

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Dollinger

Scott Dollinger

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am the primary caregiver in my family of ADHD and chronically ill people and have worked as a First Responder.”

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

Affirming, Direct, Warm

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

Misty Lawrence

Misty Lawrence

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a compassionate, client-centered clinician dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve meaningful personal growth.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse / Addiction

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Zoeniche Carpenter

Zoeniche Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

825 North Cass Avenue, Westmont, IL

“With years of working in various settings such as community outreach programs, domestic violence shelters, and health department programs, I engage in treatment with a trauma-focused and person-centered lens.”

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
Rachel Kalina

Rachel Kalina

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Louis, IL


Clients often describe me as approachable, practical, and easy to talk to. Therapy should be a collaborative process, and I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself without fear of judgment. My style balances support with practical problem-solving, helping clients gain insight while also developing strategies they can use in everyday life. Above all, I want you to feel heard, understood, and supported as we work toward your goals together.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Chae

Joseph Chae

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I approach my clients with a canvas of humanistic therapy, so everyone will feel heard, empowered, and whole; a brush of cognitive-behavior therapy, so no-frill, quick interventions will be administered; and a paint of psychodynamic approach, so...”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Kim Olver

Kim Olver

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on helping you understand yourself so you can create healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Wade

Stacey Wade

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia, and I’m passionate about supporting adults on their journey toward healing and well-being. With a master’s degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and over seven years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of helping individuals navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and other life stressors.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicole Tefera

Dr. Nicole Tefera

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that mental well-being is interconnected with physical, emotional, social, and spiritual health and encourage my clients to explore these connects and ways to strengthen each domain.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jon Bormann

Jon Bormann

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have been working with persons facing the varied struggles of human existence for 20 years in clinical, hospital, religious and military settings.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Andrea Wintroub

Andrea Wintroub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

550 Frontage Road, Northfield, IL

“My desire is to reduce the emotional pain that comes from experiencing trauma or traumatic brain injury, and so allow the freedom to view life with greater peace, trust, and clarity.”

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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

Dr. Todd Tedrow

Dr. Todd Tedrow

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, IL


“I specialize in helping clients who feel disconnected—socially, emotionally, or in their relationships—develop greater insight, clarity, and confidence.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Courtney Caraher

Courtney Caraher

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Life moves quickly. Feeling like you can't catch up, exhausted by what is troubling you. You may feel ambivalent, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward. I work with adults who are navigating depression, addiction, and grief. Together, we’ll create a supportive space where you can talk about what you’re going through, regain stability, and start building a path forward with clarity and confidence.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Montgomery

Jane Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I want to create a safe space for you to explore the stressors that you are struggling with and find alternative reactions to ease your transitions through them.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Participatory, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Hitron

Kristin Hitron

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that the most important part of therapy is the alliance created between myself and my client as this alliance becomes the vehicle for change that I often get to witness.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Relationship Issues

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Olusola

Joseph Olusola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Homewood, IL


I believe quality mental health care starts with feeling heard and respected. I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach and work to understand the whole person, not just symptoms. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space while offering thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to each individual’s needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Thalia Tikka

Thalia Tikka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy can be a radically liberating process, and I believe our personal and inner healing work is part of the larger social justice movements we participate in for our mutual liberation.”

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

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Verron Fisher

Verron Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, trauma-informed, and practical — I meet you where you are and we move at your pace.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Ton'ni Jordan

Ton'ni Jordan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


With over 12 years of experience in nursing and behavioral health, I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents, and adults ages 12 and older. My clinical interests include anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, stress-related concerns, and mood disorders.

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

Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

Dennis Keppeler

Dennis Keppeler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is best describe as integrative—I make use, in every session, of a mixture of psychodynamic, behavioral, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused techniques...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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

Najm Zaman

Najm Zaman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


My name is Najm Zaman, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, heal from trauma, and build lasting resilience! My professional journey spans over 15 years across clinical practice, healthcare operations, and community leadership. I hold both a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Adelphi University. Throughout my career, I have served in diverse roles—from supervising foster care programs to leading community-based non-profit organizations and wellness initiatives. This background allows me to understand my clients not just in isolation, but within the broader context of their environments, families, and communities.

While I work with a wide range of individuals, my primary areas of specialization include:

  • Trauma, PTSD, and Stressor-Related Disorders
  • Anxiety, Depression, OCD, ADHD, and Mood Management
  • Life Transitions, Identity Development, and Cultural or Ethnic Identity
  • Grief, Loss, and End of Life Concerns
  • Men's Issues, Women's Issues, and Maternal Mental Health (including postpartum adjustment and infertility)
  • Youth, Young Adult, and Family Dynamics
  • Relationships and Breakups

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Challenging, Direct, Holistic

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

Alexandria Aasen

Alexandria Aasen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in overcoming executive dysfunction and improving a variety of performance aspects including school, career, sport, and overall daily functioning.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Kurt Jackson

Kurt Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect to takeaway a therapeutic or treatment plan that has routines and assignments that they can use on a daily basis.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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

Angela Koerwitz

Angela Koerwitz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am passionate about creating a supportive, therapeutic environment that emphasizes a strengths-based approach...”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Tara Moser

Tara Moser

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Myers, IL


“I love being hands-on with experiential therapy by utilizing play, sand, art, and animal-assisted work.”

Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna

Jessica Twitchell

Jessica Twitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic approach is to help individuals follow this inner wisdom to a more fulfilling future.”

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

Creative, Holistic, Open-minded

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

Shannon Daly

Shannon Daly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

475 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL

“I believe healing is not just about alleviating symptoms but about discovering a more meaningful and connected way of being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jie Zhu

Jie Zhu

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am experienced working with queer adults, immigrants, and those navigating family trauma and complex relational histories.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna

Danielle Kendall

Danielle Kendall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I’m dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for individuals of all backgrounds. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to take control of your mental well-being. I value collaboration, transparency, and genuine connection in the healing process.

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, OCD,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luis Diaz

Luis Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“When we work together, you'll find a warm, friendly space where we explore life's challenges with clarity and resilience.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Shaniqua Tomlin

Shaniqua Tomlin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“At SAM Counseling & Wellness, we believe that healing begins with feeling seen, supported, and understood.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

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

Kevin Pruitt

Kevin Pruitt

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that strong relationships are built—not born—and that healing is absolutely possible, even in the face of deep hurt.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna

Chequaleis Sargent

Chequaleis Sargent

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused—I meet you where you are while also helping you move forward.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

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