Therapists in Chicago, IL

I am a compassionate mental health therapist dedicated to helping women navigate life's challenges with clarity and resilience. My virtual practice focuses on providing client-centered therapy tailored to your unique needs, whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or personal growth. Together, we will create a safe, supportive space to foster healing and empower you to thrive.
I am a compassionate mental health therapist dedicated to helping women navigate life's challenges with clarity and resilience. My virtual practice focuses on providing client-centered therapy tailored to your unique needs, whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or personal growth. Together, we will create a safe, supportive space to foster healing and empower you to thrive.

Hello. My name is Tom, and I practice in a collaborative and patient-driven setting. My specialty is in trauma disorders. I offer EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing (among many more modalities). I greatly look forward to meeting and working with you-individuals, couples, families, substance disorders, and so forth.
Hello. My name is Tom, and I practice in a collaborative and patient-driven setting. My specialty is in trauma disorders. I offer EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing (among many more modalities). I greatly look forward to meeting and working with you-individuals, couples, families, substance disorders, and so forth.

There's some add that says - life comes at you fast. I look around and that is what I see. Meanwhile we are supposed to constantly absorb the assaults on our identity and idea of how things are supposed to be. How are you supposed to navigate this world when everything is so unpredictable? You deserve a safe space to find your voice. That I can provide. You deserve a space where you are seen, understood, and valued—a space where your experiences, identity, and goals are at the center. I’m here to support you in navigating the challenges
There's some add that says - life comes at you fast. I look around and that is what I see. Meanwhile we are supposed to constantly absorb the assaults on our identity and idea of how things are supposed to be. How are you supposed to navigate this world when everything is so unpredictable? You deserve a safe space to find your voice. That I can provide. You deserve a space where you are seen, understood, and valued—a space where your experiences, identity, and goals are at the center. I’m here to support you in navigating the challenges

If you're feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, constantly worried about the future or past, uninterested in your usual hobbies, disconnected from your loved ones, or unsatisfied with life in general, I am here to help and support you. I'm a warm, understanding, and non-judgmental therapist trained and honored to listen, validate, and support you in feeling less alone while providing hands-on skills to help you cope with life's stressors. I support my clients using research-backed methods to help you cope with and heal from depression, anxiety, mood swings, panic attacks, addictions, life transitions, relationship issues, and more.
If you're feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, constantly worried about the future or past, uninterested in your usual hobbies, disconnected from your loved ones, or unsatisfied with life in general, I am here to help and support you. I'm a warm, understanding, and non-judgmental therapist trained and honored to listen, validate, and support you in feeling less alone while providing hands-on skills to help you cope with life's stressors. I support my clients using research-backed methods to help you cope with and heal from depression, anxiety, mood swings, panic attacks, addictions, life transitions, relationship issues, and more.

Maybe you are struggling to find meaning, hope or a sense of community in your life. Do you feel stuck and want to make changes but don't know where to start? Whether you are in the middle of messy sleepless nights with young kids or you are experiencing general disillusionment about the current state of world, or feeling anxiety & pressure to get it all right - I am here to offer a safe, supportive space to navigate individual and systemic challenges. I believe good therapy includes a genuine connection with gentle guidance where both client and therapist bring wisdom, creativity, and insight into the therapeutic relationship.
Maybe you are struggling to find meaning, hope or a sense of community in your life. Do you feel stuck and want to make changes but don't know where to start? Whether you are in the middle of messy sleepless nights with young kids or you are experiencing general disillusionment about the current state of world, or feeling anxiety & pressure to get it all right - I am here to offer a safe, supportive space to navigate individual and systemic challenges. I believe good therapy includes a genuine connection with gentle guidance where both client and therapist bring wisdom, creativity, and insight into the therapeutic relationship.

My primary area of focus is with children and adolescents (both neurodivergent and neurotypical), as well as their family systems. I believe that regardless of or area of concern, we all need strong and supportive relationships in our lives, which I utilize when approaching behavioral concerns, mood conditions, and challenging family dynamics.
My primary area of focus is with children and adolescents (both neurodivergent and neurotypical), as well as their family systems. I believe that regardless of or area of concern, we all need strong and supportive relationships in our lives, which I utilize when approaching behavioral concerns, mood conditions, and challenging family dynamics.

I believe that the process of therapy is a collaborative journey between client and therapist, and I am honored to be invited into this process by my clients. While I am trained as a generalist, I often utilize techniques from ACT and attachment theory in my practice. I pride myself on using a therapeutic style that is warm and empathic. I will work with you to help identify obstacles that are getting in your way of achieving the type of life you desire.
I believe that the process of therapy is a collaborative journey between client and therapist, and I am honored to be invited into this process by my clients. While I am trained as a generalist, I often utilize techniques from ACT and attachment theory in my practice. I pride myself on using a therapeutic style that is warm and empathic. I will work with you to help identify obstacles that are getting in your way of achieving the type of life you desire.

In a time where the world is shifting toward isolation, I will guide you in new ways to help form closer relationships to yourself and to others no matter your orientation or relationship style. Whether you are challenged by self-esteem, emotional connection, body image, anxiety, sexuality, conflict management, (re)building intimacy, differing sexual desires, arousal concerns, or navigating the world of dating; huge transformations await you! I'll support and guide your efforts to become more aware of intruding patterns to embrace more understanding and meaning in your life and help you become closer to the people you love.
In a time where the world is shifting toward isolation, I will guide you in new ways to help form closer relationships to yourself and to others no matter your orientation or relationship style. Whether you are challenged by self-esteem, emotional connection, body image, anxiety, sexuality, conflict management, (re)building intimacy, differing sexual desires, arousal concerns, or navigating the world of dating; huge transformations await you! I'll support and guide your efforts to become more aware of intruding patterns to embrace more understanding and meaning in your life and help you become closer to the people you love.

I work with individuals, families, and couples, to help them build, strengthen, and heal their relationships. In more than 19 years of clinical practice, I have developed transformative ways to work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD. I use a variety of techniques including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I also help individuals who are facing life transitions, or who are experiencing difficulties in their partner relationships. I have experience with diverse family structures, and cross-cultural families and have lived extensively overseas, giving me a unique cultural perspective.
I work with individuals, families, and couples, to help them build, strengthen, and heal their relationships. In more than 19 years of clinical practice, I have developed transformative ways to work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD. I use a variety of techniques including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I also help individuals who are facing life transitions, or who are experiencing difficulties in their partner relationships. I have experience with diverse family structures, and cross-cultural families and have lived extensively overseas, giving me a unique cultural perspective.

I enjoy working with clients who want to understand the WHY of their behavior and patterns in order to regain a sense of control and understanding of their lives.
I enjoy working with clients who want to understand the WHY of their behavior and patterns in order to regain a sense of control and understanding of their lives.

It can be hard to get through life’s challenges on your own and you may find yourself needing extra help. Alyson is here to provide that support. Alyson believes each session should be individualized to meet a client’s specific needs. Alyson focuses on creating an open environment and uses this as a foundation to work collaboratively toward each client’s goals. Alyson can help you find sustainable change by developing emotional regulation skills, clarifying and examining your values, building and strengthening interpersonal relationships, and creating a secure sense of self.
It can be hard to get through life’s challenges on your own and you may find yourself needing extra help. Alyson is here to provide that support. Alyson believes each session should be individualized to meet a client’s specific needs. Alyson focuses on creating an open environment and uses this as a foundation to work collaboratively toward each client’s goals. Alyson can help you find sustainable change by developing emotional regulation skills, clarifying and examining your values, building and strengthening interpersonal relationships, and creating a secure sense of self.

Societal norms, social oppression, and even loved ones can contribute to us feeling like we are not enough. This can have a significant impact on our thoughts and feelings about ourselves, and our negative automatic thoughts can be persistent and isolating. They can affect the way we approach others and how we navigate the world. I am dedicated to creating a warm, affirming, and therapeutic space and inviting and honoring your vulnerability with empathy and compassion. With this foundation, we can explore the roots of your recent and past challenges and brainstorm new strategies to foster more solid ground in your life.
Societal norms, social oppression, and even loved ones can contribute to us feeling like we are not enough. This can have a significant impact on our thoughts and feelings about ourselves, and our negative automatic thoughts can be persistent and isolating. They can affect the way we approach others and how we navigate the world. I am dedicated to creating a warm, affirming, and therapeutic space and inviting and honoring your vulnerability with empathy and compassion. With this foundation, we can explore the roots of your recent and past challenges and brainstorm new strategies to foster more solid ground in your life.

As an empathic clinician, I place importance on establishing a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment. I encourage a collaborative and authentic relationship in which my clients feel understood and supported. Because individuals are unique, I emphasize fully understanding each client and their specific concerns. My interventions are based on this understanding as well as my clients' preferences. I have lived and worked in several countries in Europe, South America and Africa and in my 20 years of practice have enjoyed working with individuals from diverse backgrounds on a wide range of concerns.
As an empathic clinician, I place importance on establishing a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment. I encourage a collaborative and authentic relationship in which my clients feel understood and supported. Because individuals are unique, I emphasize fully understanding each client and their specific concerns. My interventions are based on this understanding as well as my clients' preferences. I have lived and worked in several countries in Europe, South America and Africa and in my 20 years of practice have enjoyed working with individuals from diverse backgrounds on a wide range of concerns.

Starting therapy takes great courage, and I would be honored to work with you. I am warm, collaborative and strengths based in my approach. I will carefully attend to the context of your life with a particular emphasis on intersectionality. I have extensive experience working with adults coping with severe and persistent mental illness, depression, anxiety and the impacts of trauma. I have special interests in grief recovery, trauma recovery and the needs of women and LGBTGEQ+ people.
Starting therapy takes great courage, and I would be honored to work with you. I am warm, collaborative and strengths based in my approach. I will carefully attend to the context of your life with a particular emphasis on intersectionality. I have extensive experience working with adults coping with severe and persistent mental illness, depression, anxiety and the impacts of trauma. I have special interests in grief recovery, trauma recovery and the needs of women and LGBTGEQ+ people.

Life can feel like a never-ending balancing act, especially when you're facing the weight of adjustment disorders, personality disorders, or navigating the complexities of ADHD. You might feel like you're constantly juggling too much, lost in confusion, or overwhelmed by exhaustion. You long for control, connection, and understanding—but it’s hard to know where to start when it feels like everything is falling apart. I want you to know—you don’t have to go through this alone.
Life can feel like a never-ending balancing act, especially when you're facing the weight of adjustment disorders, personality disorders, or navigating the complexities of ADHD. You might feel like you're constantly juggling too much, lost in confusion, or overwhelmed by exhaustion. You long for control, connection, and understanding—but it’s hard to know where to start when it feels like everything is falling apart. I want you to know—you don’t have to go through this alone.

I believe that therapy should act as a catalyst for increased clarity, growth, and self-acceptance, and that through good therapy, clients should be better able to guide themselves through life. I love being that therapist, especially with other members of the LGBTQ+ community, finding it transformative and empowering. It is a privilege to join clients in working through their challenges and a joy to be a part of their story.
I believe that therapy should act as a catalyst for increased clarity, growth, and self-acceptance, and that through good therapy, clients should be better able to guide themselves through life. I love being that therapist, especially with other members of the LGBTQ+ community, finding it transformative and empowering. It is a privilege to join clients in working through their challenges and a joy to be a part of their story.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I often work with individuals and families going through difficult adjustments, such as the birth of a new child, divorce, grief, or career struggles. Educated in psychodynamic psychotherapy and incorporating cognitive behavioral strategies, I aim to provide therapy with an empathic approach while helping the client process earlier life experiences and implement healthier coping skills.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I often work with individuals and families going through difficult adjustments, such as the birth of a new child, divorce, grief, or career struggles. Educated in psychodynamic psychotherapy and incorporating cognitive behavioral strategies, I aim to provide therapy with an empathic approach while helping the client process earlier life experiences and implement healthier coping skills.

Diamond Montgomery is an outspoken, independent, and brilliant therapist based in Chicago, Illinois. With a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Aurora University, she is a Licensed Social Worker who deeply believes in the healing power of therapy. Serving a broad demographic ranging from teenagers to middle-aged individuals, Diamond possesses a unique blend of clinical skills, tailoring each session with a strength-based and client-centered approach.
Diamond Montgomery is an outspoken, independent, and brilliant therapist based in Chicago, Illinois. With a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Aurora University, she is a Licensed Social Worker who deeply believes in the healing power of therapy. Serving a broad demographic ranging from teenagers to middle-aged individuals, Diamond possesses a unique blend of clinical skills, tailoring each session with a strength-based and client-centered approach.

I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate the struggles they face in their internal and external worlds. Challenges like anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem can leave people feeling stuck in uncomfortable patterns. Together in a collaborative environment, we will address your concerns by looking at how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can impact one another. We will explore what growth means to you and build coping skills that help maintain real, meaningful, and lasting change.
I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate the struggles they face in their internal and external worlds. Challenges like anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem can leave people feeling stuck in uncomfortable patterns. Together in a collaborative environment, we will address your concerns by looking at how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can impact one another. We will explore what growth means to you and build coping skills that help maintain real, meaningful, and lasting change.

Christina Carbone
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT, TLLP, LPC-C
10 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613
I believe relationships are fundamental building blocks of life. I strive to foster a non-judgmental, authentic, environment that honors the connection each individual has to the self, and the world in which they exist. My approach is collaborative, and focuses on client's fundamental inner strengths to promote growth and cultivate change. I lean into curiosity, humor, and compassion when working with my clients, and you can expect my techniques to be rooted in mind-body connection.
I believe relationships are fundamental building blocks of life. I strive to foster a non-judgmental, authentic, environment that honors the connection each individual has to the self, and the world in which they exist. My approach is collaborative, and focuses on client's fundamental inner strengths to promote growth and cultivate change. I lean into curiosity, humor, and compassion when working with my clients, and you can expect my techniques to be rooted in mind-body connection.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Chicago, IL
3,000+
Average cost per session
$155
Therapists in Chicago, IL who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Stress |
67% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
71% | Aetna |
53% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Chicago, IL see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Chicago?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.