Therapists in Chicago, IL
I provide comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for children and adolescents who are struggling academically, emotionally, or behaviorally despite strong effort and support.
I provide comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations for children and adolescents who are struggling academically, emotionally, or behaviorally despite strong effort and support.
I have experience working with clients of all ages, varied backgrounds, and a broad range of presenting concerns. I specialize in helping folks with depression, anxiety, grief,
and feelings of shame. Altogether, I seek to help my clients understand themselves as they are and live authentically.
I have experience working with clients of all ages, varied backgrounds, and a broad range of presenting concerns. I specialize in helping folks with depression, anxiety, grief,
and feelings of shame. Altogether, I seek to help my clients understand themselves as they are and live authentically.
I know what it is like scrolling through multiple profiles saying the same thing. So I hope these paragraphs will give you insight into what makes me different. My passion is to see Black and brown communities well. As a Black woman who grew up in urban contexts, I aim to help people thrive, especially those from marginalized communities. I have worked extensively with teens, young adults, and adults from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. With experience ranging from violence prevention services and school-based therapy to IOP and PHP hospital settings, I am confident I can hold whatever you bring to the session.
I know what it is like scrolling through multiple profiles saying the same thing. So I hope these paragraphs will give you insight into what makes me different. My passion is to see Black and brown communities well. As a Black woman who grew up in urban contexts, I aim to help people thrive, especially those from marginalized communities. I have worked extensively with teens, young adults, and adults from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. With experience ranging from violence prevention services and school-based therapy to IOP and PHP hospital settings, I am confident I can hold whatever you bring to the session.
I have a straightforward, individualized approach to therapy which is solution-focused and effective. I specialize in treatment for Depression, Anxiety, and a variety of other diagnoses or situational issues. I can work with you to improve the quality of your life.
I have a straightforward, individualized approach to therapy which is solution-focused and effective. I specialize in treatment for Depression, Anxiety, and a variety of other diagnoses or situational issues. I can work with you to improve the quality of your life.
I am passionate about working with BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and gender-expansive clients. Every person has a shared connection in our humanity and I believe we can learn, grow, and flourish through this connection. You come to me as a human experiencing difficulty and I meet you as a human welcoming you to a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment. My approach is centered around using empathy, levity, and authenticity to create a genuine, compassionate therapeutic relationship where you can feel free to share your concerns and learn new ways to grow.
I am passionate about working with BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and gender-expansive clients. Every person has a shared connection in our humanity and I believe we can learn, grow, and flourish through this connection. You come to me as a human experiencing difficulty and I meet you as a human welcoming you to a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment. My approach is centered around using empathy, levity, and authenticity to create a genuine, compassionate therapeutic relationship where you can feel free to share your concerns and learn new ways to grow.
I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues or just trying to make sense of your experiences, we’ll work together to help you gain insight, build coping skills and change
I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to your needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues or just trying to make sense of your experiences, we’ll work together to help you gain insight, build coping skills and change
My practice focuses on sense of self, sexuality, meaning and meaninglessness, and the impact of trauma. I sincerely enjoy working with individuals navigating these realities. I specialize in identity, sexuality as an existential expression, and existential distress, and am committed to supporting people confronting the isolation in uncertainty as well as understanding the uncertainty itself. I am also drawn to working at the intersections of intimacy, identity, and belonging, particularly when these vital expressions of selfhood include queerness, nontraditional relationships, or kink.
My practice focuses on sense of self, sexuality, meaning and meaninglessness, and the impact of trauma. I sincerely enjoy working with individuals navigating these realities. I specialize in identity, sexuality as an existential expression, and existential distress, and am committed to supporting people confronting the isolation in uncertainty as well as understanding the uncertainty itself. I am also drawn to working at the intersections of intimacy, identity, and belonging, particularly when these vital expressions of selfhood include queerness, nontraditional relationships, or kink.
My ideal client is someone who is carrying a lot on their shoulders, perhaps feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or the weight of responsibilities that never seem to end. They may be searching for a space where they can exhale, process what they’ve been holding in, and begin to rediscover themselves. Their goal is not only to find relief from the struggles of today but also to build the confidence, balance, and clarity they need for the future. More than anything, they want to feel truly seen, understood, and supported in their journey toward healing.
My ideal client is someone who is carrying a lot on their shoulders, perhaps feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or the weight of responsibilities that never seem to end. They may be searching for a space where they can exhale, process what they’ve been holding in, and begin to rediscover themselves. Their goal is not only to find relief from the struggles of today but also to build the confidence, balance, and clarity they need for the future. More than anything, they want to feel truly seen, understood, and supported in their journey toward healing.
Emily Wheeler is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker (LSW) at LifeStance Health, serving clients across Illinois. Emily specializes in helping individuals navigate life's challenges with a person-centered approach, ensuring that therapy is tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. With a focus on evidence-based practices, Emily creates a supportive and nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts and emotions while building strategies to improve their well-being.
Emily Wheeler is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker (LSW) at LifeStance Health, serving clients across Illinois. Emily specializes in helping individuals navigate life's challenges with a person-centered approach, ensuring that therapy is tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. With a focus on evidence-based practices, Emily creates a supportive and nonjudgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts and emotions while building strategies to improve their well-being.
I have been working with children, adolescents, families, and adults, offering psychological expertise throughout the lifespan for a number of years now. With my extensive experience working with children, I help patients navigate various challenges youths are exposed to at home and at school. My focus areas consist of emotional and behavioral difficulties, including ASD, ADHD, difficulties with peer relationships, bullying, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I also work with clients of all ages conducting psychological evaluations.
I have been working with children, adolescents, families, and adults, offering psychological expertise throughout the lifespan for a number of years now. With my extensive experience working with children, I help patients navigate various challenges youths are exposed to at home and at school. My focus areas consist of emotional and behavioral difficulties, including ASD, ADHD, difficulties with peer relationships, bullying, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. I also work with clients of all ages conducting psychological evaluations.
I can help with: Mood issues (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), adult or childhood trauma, perinatal mental health concerns and birth trauma (for birthing and non-birthing parents), vicarious trauma, family and relationship difficulties, and grief.
I can help with: Mood issues (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), adult or childhood trauma, perinatal mental health concerns and birth trauma (for birthing and non-birthing parents), vicarious trauma, family and relationship difficulties, and grief.
As a Mexican-American therapist I want to provide a safe space and cultural competency for all. My background currently consists of working with survivors of Domestic Violence/IPV. Through my work with these clients I have also helped them work on the following: Improving self-esteem, understanding how to set boundaries in relationships, creating support systems that cater to a better sense of self, learning and establishing a sense of identity, and intergenerational trauma. My goal is to help individuals who want to better define who they are and heal from the impacts of external factors in order to live a more fulfilled life.
As a Mexican-American therapist I want to provide a safe space and cultural competency for all. My background currently consists of working with survivors of Domestic Violence/IPV. Through my work with these clients I have also helped them work on the following: Improving self-esteem, understanding how to set boundaries in relationships, creating support systems that cater to a better sense of self, learning and establishing a sense of identity, and intergenerational trauma. My goal is to help individuals who want to better define who they are and heal from the impacts of external factors in order to live a more fulfilled life.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist skilled at creating a safe therapeutic space where hope fuels change, forges resilience and inspires growth for couples, families and individuals. I have been honored to work in multiple cross-cultural contexts and am dedicated to incorporating culturally sensitive and contextually informed practices in therapy. I am passionate about empowering clients to find congruence, balance, self-compassion, and transformation in their lives. I offer a warm and supportive atmosphere that is strength-based and goal-oriented.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist skilled at creating a safe therapeutic space where hope fuels change, forges resilience and inspires growth for couples, families and individuals. I have been honored to work in multiple cross-cultural contexts and am dedicated to incorporating culturally sensitive and contextually informed practices in therapy. I am passionate about empowering clients to find congruence, balance, self-compassion, and transformation in their lives. I offer a warm and supportive atmosphere that is strength-based and goal-oriented.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I am on staff at SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders. I specialize in the treatment of mood, anxiety, personality and trauma-related disorders in adults, young adults, and families and have worked for many years in higher levels of care settings. I most recently served as a Clinical Director for Pathlight’s Mood and Anxiety Center in Chicago and have experience teaching and training clinicians and students. I value the power of the therapeutic relationship to move clients towards sustained recovery.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I am on staff at SpringSource: Eating, Weight & Mood Disorders. I specialize in the treatment of mood, anxiety, personality and trauma-related disorders in adults, young adults, and families and have worked for many years in higher levels of care settings. I most recently served as a Clinical Director for Pathlight’s Mood and Anxiety Center in Chicago and have experience teaching and training clinicians and students. I value the power of the therapeutic relationship to move clients towards sustained recovery.
Hello! I’m Liz, a social worker by trade and an advocate by nature. My 15+ years of experience in public health, social services, and community advocacy shape my approach to therapy. I incorporate harm reduction principles and social justice frameworks into my practice, acknowledging the impact of systemic oppression and structural inequities on mental health. I specialize in providing affirming and compassionate therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, people navigating chronic health conditions, and new moms.
Hello! I’m Liz, a social worker by trade and an advocate by nature. My 15+ years of experience in public health, social services, and community advocacy shape my approach to therapy. I incorporate harm reduction principles and social justice frameworks into my practice, acknowledging the impact of systemic oppression and structural inequities on mental health. I specialize in providing affirming and compassionate therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, people navigating chronic health conditions, and new moms.
I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, grief and loss, trauma, career stress, attachment, and difficulties with self-esteem. I particularly enjoy working with adults around issues pertaining to identity development and navigating relationships. My goal is to act as a supportive presence for my clients as they move through what is often a confusing and challenging world.
I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, grief and loss, trauma, career stress, attachment, and difficulties with self-esteem. I particularly enjoy working with adults around issues pertaining to identity development and navigating relationships. My goal is to act as a supportive presence for my clients as they move through what is often a confusing and challenging world.
Finding a new therapist can be very daunting. If you’re here, then life might be getting in the way. The old ways you used to cope might not feel good anymore. You might feel stuck and unsure where you are going. My job is to guide you towards change and help you un-believe false narratives about yourself that are holding you back. Much of my work is focused on working with LGBTQ people, self esteem and managing relationship issues. I also specialize in working with gay men who struggle with substances or addiction. Additionally, I work with co-occurring mental health conditions such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Finding a new therapist can be very daunting. If you’re here, then life might be getting in the way. The old ways you used to cope might not feel good anymore. You might feel stuck and unsure where you are going. My job is to guide you towards change and help you un-believe false narratives about yourself that are holding you back. Much of my work is focused on working with LGBTQ people, self esteem and managing relationship issues. I also specialize in working with gay men who struggle with substances or addiction. Additionally, I work with co-occurring mental health conditions such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.
We all experience moments where our emotions may feel overwhelming, managing stress becomes more challenging, and we may even find ourselves feeling stuck as to what comes next. Throughout my work with adults, teens, and children, I have seen how psychotherapy has improved their moods, relationships, and self-confidence, leaving them feeling more connected and satisfied in their daily lives. Therapy is a space where you can begin to explore yourself, while doing so within a relationship that is validating, supportive, and centers your goals and needs.
We all experience moments where our emotions may feel overwhelming, managing stress becomes more challenging, and we may even find ourselves feeling stuck as to what comes next. Throughout my work with adults, teens, and children, I have seen how psychotherapy has improved their moods, relationships, and self-confidence, leaving them feeling more connected and satisfied in their daily lives. Therapy is a space where you can begin to explore yourself, while doing so within a relationship that is validating, supportive, and centers your goals and needs.
Phoenix Rising Counseling & Guidance, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC, LPC, AMFT
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
At Phoenix Rising Counseling & Guidance, we are dedicated to providing care that is rooted in cultural humility, human dignity and embodied growth that is both personal and collective. We provide holistic, culturally responsive and liberation-centered mental health care that helps individuals, couples and families rise from generational wounds, reclaim their power, overcome the damage inflicted by systemic and societal issues and return to emotional and spiritual wholeness.
At Phoenix Rising Counseling & Guidance, we are dedicated to providing care that is rooted in cultural humility, human dignity and embodied growth that is both personal and collective. We provide holistic, culturally responsive and liberation-centered mental health care that helps individuals, couples and families rise from generational wounds, reclaim their power, overcome the damage inflicted by systemic and societal issues and return to emotional and spiritual wholeness.
I enjoy helping people identify and overcome the roadblocks that prevent them from moving forward. I have met more and more individuals with OCD who need support in addressing the obstacles and mindsets that promote OCD behaviors. Help is available, and with focus and intention, change is inevitable. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD. Our deep understanding of the intricacies of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. Additionally, we have received intensive training in ERP therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
I enjoy helping people identify and overcome the roadblocks that prevent them from moving forward. I have met more and more individuals with OCD who need support in addressing the obstacles and mindsets that promote OCD behaviors. Help is available, and with focus and intention, change is inevitable. At NOCD, my team and I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for people with OCD. Our deep understanding of the intricacies of OCD enables us to properly diagnose and treat it. Additionally, we have received intensive training in ERP therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
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Number of Therapists in Chicago, IL
3,000+
Average cost per session
$159
Therapists in Chicago, IL who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Stress |
| 61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 93% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 75% | Aetna |
| 53% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Chicago, IL see their clients
| 58% | In Person and Online | |
| 42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 4% | Non-Binary |