Amanda Atkins

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C (she, her)

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6 Endorsed

5131 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

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My specialties are in couple's issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss (particularly partner, parent, or child loss), chronic or terminal illness, as well as infertility and postpartum mood disorders. I enjoy working with infidelity, identity issues, and folks facing midlife crisis concerns (they are VERY real!). I especially enjoy treating issues related to parenting, including the complex demands placed on parents of disabled children. My first book, How to Handle More Than You Can Handle: Caring for Yourself While Parenting a Disabled Child, is coming out June 10th, 2025 with Workman Publishing.

As humans, we are influenced, not defined, by our relationships and pasts. It is important to understand that link before we are able to successfully change our behaviors. As a therapist, I prefer a warm approach to therapy and love getting to know my clients. Lastly, I strongly believe that a healthy dose of humor makes therapy a lot easier!

I am a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, an LMFT (IL, CO, FL, NC, and WI) and a graduate of the Family Institute at Northwestern. I'm an AAMFT approved supervisor and hold a certification in Perinatal Mental Health. I'm EMDR and EFT trained & recently taught a graduate course at Adler University on Perinatal Mental Health.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Amanda Atkins now - (312) 651-6909

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Amanda Atkins Counseling Group

5131 N Lincoln Ave

Chicago, IL 60625 map

(312) 651-6909

3057 North Rockwell Street

Chicago, IL 60618 map

I am licensed in Illinois, Colorado, North Carolina, and Wisconsin and am able to see clients located in all of those states.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Women's Issues and Grief

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (312) 651-6909

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Amanda Atkins Counseling Group

5131 N Lincoln Ave

Chicago, IL 60625 map

(312) 651-6909

3057 North Rockwell Street

Chicago, IL 60618 map

I am licensed in Illinois, Colorado, North Carolina, and Wisconsin and am able to see clients located in all of those states.

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Women's Issues and Grief

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Amanda Atkins

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (312) 651-6909

Amanda Atkins

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (312) 651-6909

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 166000968 Amanda Atkins

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Northwestern University, Graduated 2008

Additional Credentials

License: Colorado MFT.0001797 / 2020

Certificate from American Association for MFT's 2006 / Perinatal Mental Health Certified 2019

Amanda Atkins

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (312) 651-6909

Amanda Atkins

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (312) 651-6909

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Women's Issues
Grief

Expertise

Anxiety
Bisexual
Body Positivity
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Family Conflict
Infertility
Infidelity
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Sex Therapy
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Spirituality
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans

Amanda Atkins

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (312) 651-6909

Amanda Atkins

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (312) 651-6909

6 Endorsements

Kelley Oldham

Counselor, LCPC

Amanda is not only super smart but she is down to earth. With a keen ability to uncover underlying issues and facilitate open communication, she creates a safe space for couples to explore their dynamics and grow together. You will love working with her.