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Brianna McDonald

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Grayslake, IL 60030
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My ideal client is a child, adolescent, or woman struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, or trauma who feels overwhelmed, emotionally dysregulated, or stuck in unhelpful patterns. They need a safe, compassionate, and developmentally appropriate space to feel understood, build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and strengthen emotional resilience. Their goal is to gain clarity, confidence, and a sense of control over their thoughts and emotions so they can function more fully, heal from past wounds, and thrive in their daily lives.
With a foundation in psychology since 2013, I help clients feel seen and accepted while using CBT, DBT, and person-centered therapy to gently challenge unhelpful thought patterns. I support children, adolescents, and women in embracing who they are, developing effective coping skills, and building emotional resilience.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a compassionate, supportive space where you can feel understood, explore what’s been weighing on you, and begin creating meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. Reaching out can be the first step towards inner healing and a fresh start
Call or Brianna McDonald now for a free 15 minute consultation - (224) 412-3868

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Grayslake, IL 60030

(224) 412-3868
My website
I offer therapy sessions online via telehealth, and I am available most weekdays, with optional weekend availability if needed.
I specialize in Coping Skills, Child and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (224) 412-3868
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Grayslake, IL 60030

(224) 412-3868
My website
I offer therapy sessions online via telehealth, and I am available most weekdays, with optional weekend availability if needed.
I specialize in Coping Skills, Child and Anxiety 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Paypal, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthLink
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meridian
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • New Directions | Lucet
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • WellCare
  • Out of Network
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I strive to make therapy accessible and work with a variety of insurance plans. I currently accept: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Molina Healthcare, CountyCare Health Plan, and Medicaid. If you're unsure about your coverage or costs, I'm happy to help verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868
"
I strive to make therapy accessible and work with a variety of insurance plans. I currently accept: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Molina Healthcare, CountyCare Health Plan, and Medicaid. If you're unsure about your coverage or costs, I'm happy to help verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Angela Jones-Greer (Illinois / 180014038) Brianna Mcdonald
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended SNHU, MA Clinical Mental Health , Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from SNHU Master of Science in Psychology (MS) with a Concentration in Child and Adolescent Psychology / 2023
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I have over 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and women in need of mental health care, and over 13 years of educational expertise in psychology and counseling. I also have training certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868
"
I have over 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and women in need of mental health care, and over 13 years of educational expertise in psychology and counseling. I also have training certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
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Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Coping Skills
  • Child
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Infertility
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, which can present as persistent worry, low mood, or emotional overwhelm. Treatment may include CBT and DBT techniques to build healthier thinking patterns, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen coping skills, helping clients feel more confident and balanced in their daily lives.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868
"
I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, which can present as persistent worry, low mood, or emotional overwhelm. Treatment may include CBT and DBT techniques to build healthier thinking patterns, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen coping skills, helping clients feel more confident and balanced in their daily lives.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868


Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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These are the treatment types I use, and what your experience will be like when utilizing challenging and reframing unhelpful thoughts (CBT), building emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills (DBT), and creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood (Person-Centered). You will develop coping skills, greater self-awareness, and lasting emotional balance.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868
"
These are the treatment types I use, and what your experience will be like when utilizing challenging and reframing unhelpful thoughts (CBT), building emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills (DBT), and creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood (Person-Centered). You will develop coping skills, greater self-awareness, and lasting emotional balance.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 412-3868

Location

Primary Location

Grayslake, IL 60030

(224) 412-3868
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I offer therapy sessions online via telehealth, and I am available most weekdays, with optional weekend availability if needed.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 412-3868
"
I offer therapy sessions online via telehealth, and I am available most weekdays, with optional weekend availability if needed.
Photo of Brianna McDonald, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Brianna McDonald
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 412-3868