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Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

Hexin Bi

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
3209 North Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
Let's Connect (217) 688-9686
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Life can be a lot to handle sometimes, so many of us move through the world feeling stuck, drained, or disconnected from who we truly are. If you're longing to live with more authenticity and ease, therapy can offer a path forward. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you can feel understood and start making meaningful changes. When I work with teens, I also partner with parents and teachers to help support growth both at home and at school.
As a DBT-trained therapist with experience supporting children, teens, and adults, I help individuals regulate intense emotions, reduce emotional suffering, and build healthier relationships. I incorporate practical skills and humanistic insight to help you cultivate self-awareness, emotional resilience, and a stronger sense of identity.
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, confused, or at a crossroads, I offer a supportive space where you can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with your own wisdom. When you're ready, I'm here to help you move forward with more clarity and compassion.
Call or Hexin Bi now for a free 15 minute consultation - (217) 688-9686

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lakeview

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(217) 688-9686
I offer in-person (Lakeview) and telehealth sessions in English and Mandarin.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Coping Skills 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's chat!
Hexin Bi
Let's Connect (217) 688-9686
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lakeview

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(217) 688-9686
I offer in-person (Lakeview) and telehealth sessions in English and Mandarin.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Coping Skills 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's chat!
Hexin Bi

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Allied Benefits
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Any/Out-of-network Insurance
  • Arc Best
  • ASR As Physicians Care
  • Bac
  • Benefit Management
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross / Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Choice Benefits
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • ConnectiCare
  • Coventry
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • First Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Group Administrator
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance Plan (HAP) of Michigan
  • Health Net
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Jhehp
  • Johns Hopkins
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Medicaid
  • Medical Mutual
  • Meridian
  • Meritain Health
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • MultiPlan
  • MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • PBA
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Priority Health
  • Self-Pay
  • Student Resources
  • Surest
  • Telligen
  • Trustmark
  • UAS / United All Savers
  • UMR
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • University Health Alliance
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
  • UPMC Health
  • Zelis Healthcare
  • Out of Network
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We submit claims to your insurance for your sessions and once we receive an EOB, we'll send you a statement and charge your card on file.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686
"
We submit claims to your insurance for your sessions and once we receive an EOB, we'll send you a statement and charge your card on file.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.022053 Hexin Bi
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Johns Hopkins University, MS, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: National Certified Counselor 2459567 / 2024
  • Certificate from DBT-C 2025
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I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Illinois. Before graduating with my master's in mental health counseling at Johns Hopkins, I completed over 1,000 clinical hours, gaining hands-on experience supporting teens and young adults through life transitions, grief, and identity challenges.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686
"
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Illinois. Before graduating with my master's in mental health counseling at Johns Hopkins, I completed over 1,000 clinical hours, gaining hands-on experience supporting teens and young adults through life transitions, grief, and identity challenges.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • International Students
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Teen Violence
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in helping teens and adults manage anxiety, big emotions, grief and identity stress. Using DBT and solution-focused therapy, we set goals, build coping tools, and strengthen resilience and lasting change. With teens, I work closely with parents to foster understanding, growth, and lasting balance.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686
"
I specialize in helping teens and adults manage anxiety, big emotions, grief and identity stress. Using DBT and solution-focused therapy, we set goals, build coping tools, and strengthen resilience and lasting change. With teens, I work closely with parents to foster understanding, growth, and lasting balance.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686

5 Endorsements

Kellie Rice
Kellie Rice
Licensed Clinical Professional CounselorPsyDCGPCMHIMP
Hexin Bi brings warmth, insight, and cultural humility to her work. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore emotions, build resilience, and grow through life's challenges with compassion, clarity, and authentic conn
Mind Body Co-op
Mind Body Co-op
Treatment Center
Mind Body Co-op is so fortunate to have Hexin join our team. She is a gifted Mandarin speaking therapist who treats teens and adults. She co-facilitates the International Students group and the DBT skills group at MBC.
Churan Wu
Churan Wu
Licensed Professional CounselorMANCC
Hexin is a great DBT clinician, grateful to have her on the team.
Nicole Piatek
Nicole Piatek
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalMSLPC
Hexin co-facilitates the DBT skill class. So grateful to have her on my team!
Rae Shen
Rae Shen
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
I wholeheartedly recommend Hexin Bi as a compassionate and skilled therapist. Hexin has a unique ability to create a safe, supportive space for clients. She brings warmth, cultural sensitivity, and clinical excellence.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Mandarin

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Mandarin

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use DBT, solution focused & strengths-based approaches to help you manage emotions, build insight, and create meaningful change. Sessions are structured yet flexible, combining practical tools with compassion. You'll feel supported, challenged, and empowered to move forward with clarity and self-trust
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686
"
I use DBT, solution focused & strengths-based approaches to help you manage emotions, build insight, and create meaningful change. Sessions are structured yet flexible, combining practical tools with compassion. You'll feel supported, challenged, and empowered to move forward with clarity and self-trust
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (217) 688-9686

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Lakeview

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657

(217) 688-9686
"
I offer in-person (Lakeview) and telehealth sessions in English and Mandarin.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (217) 688-9686
"
I offer in-person (Lakeview) and telehealth sessions in English and Mandarin.
Photo of Hexin Bi, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Hexin Bi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (217) 688-9686