ComPsych Therapists in Chicago, IL
In my therapy practice, I believe in an individualized treatment approach, realizing that all clients have varying needs and perspectives. These differences are always respected and acknowledged and as a result, my treatment focus is adaptive, utilizing various treatment models customized according to the individual qualities, needs and goals of each client. I maintain a strengths-based perspective on treatment and believe that every client has the potential to experience greater self-awareness, emotional healing and growth, and personal achievement.
In my therapy practice, I believe in an individualized treatment approach, realizing that all clients have varying needs and perspectives. These differences are always respected and acknowledged and as a result, my treatment focus is adaptive, utilizing various treatment models customized according to the individual qualities, needs and goals of each client. I maintain a strengths-based perspective on treatment and believe that every client has the potential to experience greater self-awareness, emotional healing and growth, and personal achievement.
I believe therapy works best when there’s a good fit between client and therapist. If you’re new to therapy or unsure if therapy will be helpful, you’re not alone. Many of my clients start out feeling the same way. I offer a grounded, engaged approach to therapy where I don’t just listen but provide honest feedback and clinical perspective. I value engaging dialogue with direct and compassionate support and feedback. Having completed a graduate degree in Clinical Psychology in 2007, I have also sought out further education and certification from the University of Chicago and the Trauma Research Foundation.
I believe therapy works best when there’s a good fit between client and therapist. If you’re new to therapy or unsure if therapy will be helpful, you’re not alone. Many of my clients start out feeling the same way. I offer a grounded, engaged approach to therapy where I don’t just listen but provide honest feedback and clinical perspective. I value engaging dialogue with direct and compassionate support and feedback. Having completed a graduate degree in Clinical Psychology in 2007, I have also sought out further education and certification from the University of Chicago and the Trauma Research Foundation.
You may reach a point where who you are on the outside no longer matches what you’re carrying inside. As a trauma-informed therapist in Chicago, I understand how easy it is to hide parts of yourself from friends or family just to avoid conflict or to fit in. Over time, it may start to feel like no one truly knows the real you. Stress can show up in many ways—through increased drinking, bingeing or restricting food, or turning to other coping behaviors. You may even be in recovery and still feel like life is unmanageable, which can be discouraging. You don’t have to feel stuck. Change is possible, and hope is within reach."
You may reach a point where who you are on the outside no longer matches what you’re carrying inside. As a trauma-informed therapist in Chicago, I understand how easy it is to hide parts of yourself from friends or family just to avoid conflict or to fit in. Over time, it may start to feel like no one truly knows the real you. Stress can show up in many ways—through increased drinking, bingeing or restricting food, or turning to other coping behaviors. You may even be in recovery and still feel like life is unmanageable, which can be discouraging. You don’t have to feel stuck. Change is possible, and hope is within reach."
I support individuals starting at age 5 in navigating relationships, identity, family dynamics, emotional challenges, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing. I draw on a trauma-informed, harm reduction lens that prioritizes autonomy, reduces shame, and encourages self-reflection.
I support individuals starting at age 5 in navigating relationships, identity, family dynamics, emotional challenges, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing. I draw on a trauma-informed, harm reduction lens that prioritizes autonomy, reduces shame, and encourages self-reflection.
I help clients reconnect with themselves through awareness, movement, and story. Whether you’re exploring relationships, identity, or life transitions, my approach combines depth-oriented therapy with a grounded, embodied understanding of what it means to live well.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I bring a strengths-based and holistic perspective to therapy. My work centers on helping clients understand their internal world, identify communication patterns, and gently challenge old narratives that may be limiting growth or connection. Together, we’ll create space for curiosity, self-acceptance, and sustainable healing.
I help clients reconnect with themselves through awareness, movement, and story. Whether you’re exploring relationships, identity, or life transitions, my approach combines depth-oriented therapy with a grounded, embodied understanding of what it means to live well.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I bring a strengths-based and holistic perspective to therapy. My work centers on helping clients understand their internal world, identify communication patterns, and gently challenge old narratives that may be limiting growth or connection. Together, we’ll create space for curiosity, self-acceptance, and sustainable healing.
My approach is one that includes transparency and honesty. I encourage practicing self-care and believe it is one of best ways to start and continue mental health hygiene. Together we will explore what it means to honor self and your feelings, set healthy boundaries, create realistic goals and recognize patterns of behavior. My clients describe me as a great listener and someone who is objective. I am open to hearing how you see yourself best! I specialize in working with people who desire a direct approach and are motivated to change behaviors they feel no longer serve them or align with the direction they are headed.
My approach is one that includes transparency and honesty. I encourage practicing self-care and believe it is one of best ways to start and continue mental health hygiene. Together we will explore what it means to honor self and your feelings, set healthy boundaries, create realistic goals and recognize patterns of behavior. My clients describe me as a great listener and someone who is objective. I am open to hearing how you see yourself best! I specialize in working with people who desire a direct approach and are motivated to change behaviors they feel no longer serve them or align with the direction they are headed.
I believe my role as a therapist is to assist you to achieve your goals and make positive changes in your life. A good therapeutic relationship depends on the trust and respect between therapist and client. I take a collaborative approach, assisting you in finding your own answers.
I believe my role as a therapist is to assist you to achieve your goals and make positive changes in your life. A good therapeutic relationship depends on the trust and respect between therapist and client. I take a collaborative approach, assisting you in finding your own answers.
As a therapist, yoga teacher, and reiki master, I am trained to understand how our past affects our present, creating limiting beliefs or strong emotional reactions that reside in the body. I use a holistic approach to address how the mind and body interact with each other by incorporating somatic tools along with meditation, visualization, and breathwork in sessions.
As a therapist, yoga teacher, and reiki master, I am trained to understand how our past affects our present, creating limiting beliefs or strong emotional reactions that reside in the body. I use a holistic approach to address how the mind and body interact with each other by incorporating somatic tools along with meditation, visualization, and breathwork in sessions.
As a psychotherapist, I integrate depth psychology and psychodynamic therapy with evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and couples therapy. I also have experience working with individuals navigating substance use and recovery. I bring a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to this work. My style is collaborative, warm, and practical—always tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and life circumstances.
As a psychotherapist, I integrate depth psychology and psychodynamic therapy with evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and couples therapy. I also have experience working with individuals navigating substance use and recovery. I bring a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to this work. My style is collaborative, warm, and practical—always tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and life circumstances.
My ideal in therapy is to be able to set a comfortable environment in which growth can be achieved. I truly believe that a person can overcome and achieve anything that they set their mind to. I like to set an environment in which working together with the client goals can be turned into reality. I do not believe that there is a problem that is too big or small that cannot be tackled with the help of a supportive and motivating environment. Originally I am from Lithuanian that leads me to having a special interest in immigration/assimilation concerns. I have experience working with children, adolescence, and adults.
My ideal in therapy is to be able to set a comfortable environment in which growth can be achieved. I truly believe that a person can overcome and achieve anything that they set their mind to. I like to set an environment in which working together with the client goals can be turned into reality. I do not believe that there is a problem that is too big or small that cannot be tackled with the help of a supportive and motivating environment. Originally I am from Lithuanian that leads me to having a special interest in immigration/assimilation concerns. I have experience working with children, adolescence, and adults.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness (www.cbtmindful.com); I am licensed in both PA and NY. Tending to our mental health is an incredibly important part of taking care of our overall health. In therapy, I engage with clients to work toward meaningful behavior change by developing an individually tailored evidence-based approach that incorporates aspects of both mindfulness and acceptance. I also work with clients to gain a better understanding of their values and whether their current behaviors are aligned with those values.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with the Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness (www.cbtmindful.com); I am licensed in both PA and NY. Tending to our mental health is an incredibly important part of taking care of our overall health. In therapy, I engage with clients to work toward meaningful behavior change by developing an individually tailored evidence-based approach that incorporates aspects of both mindfulness and acceptance. I also work with clients to gain a better understanding of their values and whether their current behaviors are aligned with those values.
We are a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive through high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. At Brave Health, your well-being is our priority. Our comprehensive mental health treatment and programs are easy-to-access, affordable and clinically effective. Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
We are a virtual mental health provider dedicated to helping people thrive through high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible mental health care. At Brave Health, your well-being is our priority. Our comprehensive mental health treatment and programs are easy-to-access, affordable and clinically effective. Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
If you're a driven professional feeling trapped by the daily pressure to perform—yet secretly wrestling with alcohol or substance use that’s starting to strain both your personal integrity and career—you’re not alone. Perhaps you’re waking up with regret, masking the stress at boardroom meetings with a stiff drink, or feeling isolated beneath the appearance of success. The ache of disconnect between who you are inside and the polished version the world sees can feel unbearable.
If you're a driven professional feeling trapped by the daily pressure to perform—yet secretly wrestling with alcohol or substance use that’s starting to strain both your personal integrity and career—you’re not alone. Perhaps you’re waking up with regret, masking the stress at boardroom meetings with a stiff drink, or feeling isolated beneath the appearance of success. The ache of disconnect between who you are inside and the polished version the world sees can feel unbearable.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over four years of experience in the mental health care industry. I am passionate about helping young adults, adults, and older adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. I specialize in depression, anxiety, executive functioning, ADHD coaching, trauma, relationship issues, and career development or transitions. I completed my Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over four years of experience in the mental health care industry. I am passionate about helping young adults, adults, and older adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. I specialize in depression, anxiety, executive functioning, ADHD coaching, trauma, relationship issues, and career development or transitions. I completed my Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Many clients come to therapy feeling anxious, disconnected, or unsure of how to balance self-expectations and others’ needs. I offer a warm, affirming, and trauma-informed space to help you untangle overwhelm, build confidence, and reconnect with your values. My approach integrates mindfulness, solution-focused, and relational methods to create real, sustainable change. Whether you’re navigating identity shifts, relationship patterns, or burnout, I’ll help you find clarity and compassion for yourself.
Many clients come to therapy feeling anxious, disconnected, or unsure of how to balance self-expectations and others’ needs. I offer a warm, affirming, and trauma-informed space to help you untangle overwhelm, build confidence, and reconnect with your values. My approach integrates mindfulness, solution-focused, and relational methods to create real, sustainable change. Whether you’re navigating identity shifts, relationship patterns, or burnout, I’ll help you find clarity and compassion for yourself.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and work with adolescents and adults who have a variety of presenting problems, including anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. I believe in the importance of developing a positive therapeutic relationship in order to foster growth and change in my clients.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and work with adolescents and adults who have a variety of presenting problems, including anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. I believe in the importance of developing a positive therapeutic relationship in order to foster growth and change in my clients.
Finding the support that you need is no easy feat, and the fact that you are here is a wonderful first step. By consistently cultivating a liberating and judgement-free space, I aim to help you explore personal challenges through an empathic and compassionate lens. My therapeutic style is best described as eclectic; however, I often utilize narrative therapy to help people gain a more holistic understanding of their thought patterns and behaviors. As a queer Black person who enjoys working with other marginalized folks, I believe in taking an intersectional, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to therapy for empowerment.
Finding the support that you need is no easy feat, and the fact that you are here is a wonderful first step. By consistently cultivating a liberating and judgement-free space, I aim to help you explore personal challenges through an empathic and compassionate lens. My therapeutic style is best described as eclectic; however, I often utilize narrative therapy to help people gain a more holistic understanding of their thought patterns and behaviors. As a queer Black person who enjoys working with other marginalized folks, I believe in taking an intersectional, person-centered, and strengths-based approach to therapy for empowerment.
Don't settle for a generic drug and alcohol therapist. You deserve help that actually helps you feel happy again. (And, that's in-network with your insurance).
Don't settle for a generic drug and alcohol therapist. You deserve help that actually helps you feel happy again. (And, that's in-network with your insurance).
My approach to therapy is collaborative, warm, and individualized, drawing from evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and ACT. I create a holistic and open space that welcomes humor, vulnerability, and the full range of human experience. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, codependency, and interpersonal challenges, including survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, warm, and individualized, drawing from evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and ACT. I create a holistic and open space that welcomes humor, vulnerability, and the full range of human experience. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, codependency, and interpersonal challenges, including survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.
I love working with those feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or struggling to connect with your partner or family. You’re not alone — and you don’t have to face this alone. I work with individuals, couples, and families ready to heal, strengthen relationships, and build lasting skills. As a combat veteran, I understand the unique stressors faced by military members, veterans, and their loved ones. Using CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care, I create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward. Your healing starts with a conversation.
I love working with those feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or struggling to connect with your partner or family. You’re not alone — and you don’t have to face this alone. I work with individuals, couples, and families ready to heal, strengthen relationships, and build lasting skills. As a combat veteran, I understand the unique stressors faced by military members, veterans, and their loved ones. Using CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care, I create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward. Your healing starts with a conversation.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy