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Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Manya Tuteja

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
3209 North Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
Let's Connect (872) 295-7862
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Many of my clients come to therapy feeling weighed down by emotions that seem too heavy to carry alone. They may be grieving a loss, healing from trauma, or struggling to manage the demands of multiple identities and roles. Whether you’re an adult or teen, you may long to feel calmer, more connected, and more in control of your emotions. Therapy offers a place to rebuild trust in yourself, honor what you’ve endured, and create space for growth and self-compassion.
I use a trauma-informed, DBT, and grief-sensitive approach to help you build practical coping tools, strengthen emotional awareness, and heal painful experiences. My work emphasizes collaboration, empowerment, and self-acceptance so you can find solutions and move forward with balance and purpose.
Healing begins with feeling safe enough to be seen. In our work together, you’ll find a space where every part of you is welcome—both the pain and the strength. You don’t have to face this alone; together we can uncover meaning, restore connection, and create the change you’ve been hoping for.
Call or Manya Tuteja now for a free 15 minute consultation - (872) 295-7862

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(872) 295-7862

30 North Michigan Avenue

Suite 424

Chicago, IL 60602 map

I offer sessions both in-person & online via video. I am available most weekdays & evenings. I also provide services in Hindi.
I specialize in Self-Harming, Grief and Trauma and PTSD 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Manya Tutja, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Let's Connect (872) 295-7862
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657 map

(872) 295-7862

30 North Michigan Avenue

Suite 424

Chicago, IL 60602 map

I offer sessions both in-person & online via video. I am available most weekdays & evenings. I also provide services in Hindi.
I specialize in Self-Harming, Grief and Trauma and PTSD 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Manya Tutja, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Couple Sessions $130
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

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
  • Arc Best
  • ASR As Physicians Care
  • Bac
  • Benefit Management
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross / Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • 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)
  • 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
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • University Health Alliance
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
  • UPMC Health
  • WellCare
  • 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 Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862
"
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 Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178022348 Manya Tuteja
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Northwestern University, MA
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Northwestern University Masters in Counseling / 2025
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I earned my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. I have experience working with adults in individual therapy as well as facilitating DBT skills groups.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862
"
I earned my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. I have experience working with adults in individual therapy as well as facilitating DBT skills groups.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self-Harming
  • Grief
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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I hold a particular passion for supporting individuals experiencing self-harm and suicidal tendencies. These experiences can be profoundly isolating and wrapped in layers of hopelessness, helplessness, and pain. It is my hope and commitment to walk alongside you through this — to hold space for your authentic emotional experiencing while working together toward safety, understanding, and healing.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862
"
I hold a particular passion for supporting individuals experiencing self-harm and suicidal tendencies. These experiences can be profoundly isolating and wrapped in layers of hopelessness, helplessness, and pain. It is my hope and commitment to walk alongside you through this — to hold space for your authentic emotional experiencing while working together toward safety, understanding, and healing.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862

4 Endorsements

Kellie Rice
Kellie Rice
Licensed Clinical Professional CounselorPsyDCGPCMHIMP
Manya brings a grounded, compassionate presence to her work, meeting each client with curiosity and care. Her culturally responsive approach fosters trust, healing, and meaningful personal growth.
Mind Body Co-op
Mind Body Co-op
Treatment Center
Manya Tuteja brings warmth, curiosity, and cultural sensitivity to her work. She creates a supportive space where clients feel empowered to explore identity, process emotions, and build meaningful change through insight, connection, and compassion.
Rae Shen
Rae Shen
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
I highly recommend Manya Tuteja as a therapist. Manya creates a welcoming, collaborative space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and emotions. She brings warmth, cultural sensitivity, and strong clinical skills to her work.
Luisa Ellenbogen
Luisa Ellenbogen
Licensed Professional CounselorLPC
Manya has an intuitive, patient, and perceptive approach to therapy.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Hindi

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Hindi

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Client Centered Therapy (CCT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach is client-centered and grounded in compassion, humility, and respect. I strive to understand your concerns through the nuanced lenses of your lived experience, always honoring the unique complexities of your identity. In order to meet you where you are, I integrate elements from several therapeutic frameworks, including relational, humanistic, feminist, psychodynamic, and DBT.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862
"
My approach is client-centered and grounded in compassion, humility, and respect. I strive to understand your concerns through the nuanced lenses of your lived experience, always honoring the unique complexities of your identity. In order to meet you where you are, I integrate elements from several therapeutic frameworks, including relational, humanistic, feminist, psychodynamic, and DBT.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 295-7862

Groups

Location

Primary Location

3209 North Lakewood Avenue

Chicago, IL 60657

(872) 295-7862

Additional Location

30 North Michigan Avenue

Suite 424

Chicago, IL 60602

(872) 295-7862
"
I offer sessions both in-person & online via video. I am available most weekdays & evenings. I also provide services in Hindi.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (872) 295-7862
"
I offer sessions both in-person & online via video. I am available most weekdays & evenings. I also provide services in Hindi.
Photo of Manya Tuteja, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Manya Tuteja
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (872) 295-7862