The Center for Effective Artistry specializes in working with clients exploring neurodivergence, ADHD, ASD, AuDHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, queerness, gender, race, religion, climate grief, and substance use.
The founder of our center, Brandon Tessers, is a nationally-known expert in neurodiversity, creativity, and executive functioning. Executive functioning is what allows you to take any idea, desire or decision in your head and actually do something to bring it into reality. We work with our staff on developing their own unique therapeutic approaches for clients with diverse identities. There is no one-size-fits-all approach at Effective Artistry. Many of our clients come to us frustrated with the formula of the therapy industry, which oftentimes focuses on pathologies and deficiencies. Our clients come to us tired of having therapists give them an "answer" that doesn't work for them. We see the strengths in our clients. We approach our clients with unconditional positive regard, respect, and autonomy. We lead with authenticity, and cultural humility, knowing that we can't possibly know everything. Our company culture is to challenge each other to grow and continue to be on the leading edge of the therapy industry. We have therapists who are EMDR-trained. Our approach emphasizes building shared language with the client that facilitates deep, meaningful changes.
The Center for Effective Artistry specializes in working with clients exploring neurodivergence, ADHD, ASD, AuDHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, queerness, gender, race, religion, climate grief, and substance use.
The founder of our center, Brandon Tessers, is a nationally-known expert in neurodiversity, creativity, and executive functioning. Executive functioning is what allows you to take any idea, desire or decision in your head and actually do something to bring it into reality. We work with our staff on developing their own unique therapeutic approaches for clients with diverse identities. There is no one-size-fits-all approach at Effective Artistry. Many of our clients come to us frustrated with the formula of the therapy industry, which oftentimes focuses on pathologies and deficiencies. Our clients come to us tired of having therapists give them an "answer" that doesn't work for them. We see the strengths in our clients. We approach our clients with unconditional positive regard, respect, and autonomy. We lead with authenticity, and cultural humility, knowing that we can't possibly know everything. Our company culture is to challenge each other to grow and continue to be on the leading edge of the therapy industry. We have therapists who are EMDR-trained. Our approach emphasizes building shared language with the client that facilitates deep, meaningful changes.
We are a women-founded and owned mental health clinic with over a decade of expertise providing specialized mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. Grounded in commitment to clinical excellence, transformative education, and advocacy, our team of psychotherapists advances care, support, and awareness in key areas of mental health, including the transition to parenthood, reproductive challenges, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, sexual health, and relationships.
We offer convenient online scheduling. Book your first appointment in 5 minutes or less!
We are a women-founded and owned mental health clinic with over a decade of expertise providing specialized mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. Grounded in commitment to clinical excellence, transformative education, and advocacy, our team of psychotherapists advances care, support, and awareness in key areas of mental health, including the transition to parenthood, reproductive challenges, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, sexual health, and relationships.
We offer convenient online scheduling. Book your first appointment in 5 minutes or less!
At Chicago Counseling Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, ethical, and specialized care for individuals struggling with OCD, complex anxiety, trauma, and related disorders.
Since 2012, our team of expert clinicians utilizes evidence-based treatments to empower clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. It is our hope to provide the best environment for both our clinicians and patients to thrive.
At Chicago Counseling Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, ethical, and specialized care for individuals struggling with OCD, complex anxiety, trauma, and related disorders.
Since 2012, our team of expert clinicians utilizes evidence-based treatments to empower clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. It is our hope to provide the best environment for both our clinicians and patients to thrive.
Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop offers in-person and online therapy and psychiatry for adolescents and adults, plus adult PHP/IOP (including virtual IOP) for mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolar. We also provide TMS for treatment-resistant depression (18+) and psychological testing. We treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, stress, trauma, and more. LGBTQIA+ friendly and committed to inclusive, compassionate care. Our expert providers create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to support every step of your journey.
Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop offers in-person and online therapy and psychiatry for adolescents and adults, plus adult PHP/IOP (including virtual IOP) for mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolar. We also provide TMS for treatment-resistant depression (18+) and psychological testing. We treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, stress, trauma, and more. LGBTQIA+ friendly and committed to inclusive, compassionate care. Our expert providers create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to support every step of your journey.
RIMYA's goals are to deliver quality supportive services for youth and adults, enhance awareness of mental health and provide trauma informed services within communities for both English and Spanish speaking individuals. RIMYA delivers tailored services in our communities by first educating individuals and families, providing intervention and/or prevention supportive services. RIMYA provides services to all socioeconomic backgrounds and ages, with all types of social and emotional issues that are affecting someone's everyday life, by creating a supportive space for all to co-exist.
RIMYA's goals are to deliver quality supportive services for youth and adults, enhance awareness of mental health and provide trauma informed services within communities for both English and Spanish speaking individuals. RIMYA delivers tailored services in our communities by first educating individuals and families, providing intervention and/or prevention supportive services. RIMYA provides services to all socioeconomic backgrounds and ages, with all types of social and emotional issues that are affecting someone's everyday life, by creating a supportive space for all to co-exist.
Life can bring challenges that feel impossible to face alone—anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, and more. At JCFS Chicago, our team of experienced counselors, social workers, and psychologists is here to help. We provide a safe, supportive environment where people of all backgrounds can feel understood, build strengths, and develop positive strategies for moving forward. We believe that every person deserves compassionate, individualized care—and that healing is possible. Our care is rooted in respect, empowerment and belonging seeking to increase connection to community.
Life can bring challenges that feel impossible to face alone—anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, and more. At JCFS Chicago, our team of experienced counselors, social workers, and psychologists is here to help. We provide a safe, supportive environment where people of all backgrounds can feel understood, build strengths, and develop positive strategies for moving forward. We believe that every person deserves compassionate, individualized care—and that healing is possible. Our care is rooted in respect, empowerment and belonging seeking to increase connection to community.
Some experiences are hard to carry alone. Maybe you're holding things together outside while quietly struggling with anxiety, alcohol use, or burnout that's hard to explain. At Chicago Compass Counseling, we partner with people motivated to make a change, even if they're not sure where to begin. Our therapists use evidence-based and relational approaches for real support. When you reach out, you'll be matched with someone who fits your needs. While your care is private and one-on-one, you'll be working with a therapist who is part of a team grounded in collective care and liberatory values.
Some experiences are hard to carry alone. Maybe you're holding things together outside while quietly struggling with anxiety, alcohol use, or burnout that's hard to explain. At Chicago Compass Counseling, we partner with people motivated to make a change, even if they're not sure where to begin. Our therapists use evidence-based and relational approaches for real support. When you reach out, you'll be matched with someone who fits your needs. While your care is private and one-on-one, you'll be working with a therapist who is part of a team grounded in collective care and liberatory values.
We are a cutting edge facility offering a broad range of services, including learning disability and attention deficit disorder assessment and remediation, executive functions training and ADHD coaching, psychotherapy, and the latest neurofeedback technologies. We specialize in non-medicinal treatments for disorders of attention. Please refer to our website for a comprehensive list of our services. Alternatively, feel free to contact us at (773) 755-1775 or by emailing info@helpforld.com for more information.
We are a cutting edge facility offering a broad range of services, including learning disability and attention deficit disorder assessment and remediation, executive functions training and ADHD coaching, psychotherapy, and the latest neurofeedback technologies. We specialize in non-medicinal treatments for disorders of attention. Please refer to our website for a comprehensive list of our services. Alternatively, feel free to contact us at (773) 755-1775 or by emailing info@helpforld.com for more information.
Sana Healing Collective is a nonprofit mental health practice offering traditional psychotherapy, harm reduction therapy, psychedelic preparation and integration, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, substance use, or major life transitions, we meet you where you are and tailor treatment to your goals. While many clients come to us for psychedelic-related care, many others work with us exclusively through traditional talk therapy.
Community is Medicine. Healing happens not only through individual therapy but through relationships, connection, & care
Sana Healing Collective is a nonprofit mental health practice offering traditional psychotherapy, harm reduction therapy, psychedelic preparation and integration, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, substance use, or major life transitions, we meet you where you are and tailor treatment to your goals. While many clients come to us for psychedelic-related care, many others work with us exclusively through traditional talk therapy.
Community is Medicine. Healing happens not only through individual therapy but through relationships, connection, & care
We do therapy because it works. We develop treatment programs in collaboration with each individual. They are designed to be flexible and travel well into your life outside the therapy room. Treatment focuses on alleviating suffering and increasing your connection with what’s important in your life.
The spirit of our approach is active and genuine. We embrace imperfection as a natural state of being and view mistakes as portals for learning. We regard humor and humility as invaluable tools and use them to change our perspectives.
We do therapy because it works. We develop treatment programs in collaboration with each individual. They are designed to be flexible and travel well into your life outside the therapy room. Treatment focuses on alleviating suffering and increasing your connection with what’s important in your life.
The spirit of our approach is active and genuine. We embrace imperfection as a natural state of being and view mistakes as portals for learning. We regard humor and humility as invaluable tools and use them to change our perspectives.
We're here because we've been there, so we can't help but to be wholeheartedly invested in your journey. We want to provide you the warmth, validation, and affirmation that can feel so rare in adulthood. Working with us will challenge you, but it will also feel like coming home.
We're here because we've been there, so we can't help but to be wholeheartedly invested in your journey. We want to provide you the warmth, validation, and affirmation that can feel so rare in adulthood. Working with us will challenge you, but it will also feel like coming home.
Connections Health supports diverse individuals ages 16 and up, including young adults, college & graduate students, and professionals navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, identity development, and relationship challenges. Many of our clients are students or recent grads—especially from Northwestern University—seeking support with academic stress, social pressures, mental health and personal growth. We value the opportunity to guide and empower students at this pivotal phase, offering a safe, inclusive space for exploring who you are and where you’re headed.
Connections Health supports diverse individuals ages 16 and up, including young adults, college & graduate students, and professionals navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, identity development, and relationship challenges. Many of our clients are students or recent grads—especially from Northwestern University—seeking support with academic stress, social pressures, mental health and personal growth. We value the opportunity to guide and empower students at this pivotal phase, offering a safe, inclusive space for exploring who you are and where you’re headed.
The Family Behavioral Health Clinic provides behavioral health services to children and adults in the Chicago area. Our mission is to provide psychiatric evaluation and therapeutic counseling to children and their families enabling the family dynamics to be improved, the bonds to be strengthened, and the future to look brighter. While we welcome clients of all ages, our focus is on the needs of children, adolescents, and young adults. Our clinicians have extensive experience in treating child psychosis and behavioral issues including trauma-impacted disorders, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit disorder (ADD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, school avoidance, and self-harming behaviors. Our goal is to provide excellent treatment and advance the ability of each client to deal with the challenges they are facing.
The Family Behavioral Health Clinic provides behavioral health services to children and adults in the Chicago area. Our mission is to provide psychiatric evaluation and therapeutic counseling to children and their families enabling the family dynamics to be improved, the bonds to be strengthened, and the future to look brighter. While we welcome clients of all ages, our focus is on the needs of children, adolescents, and young adults. Our clinicians have extensive experience in treating child psychosis and behavioral issues including trauma-impacted disorders, depression, anxiety, attention-deficit disorder (ADD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, school avoidance, and self-harming behaviors. Our goal is to provide excellent treatment and advance the ability of each client to deal with the challenges they are facing.
Northwest College Support exists to help young adults ages 18 60 26 transitioning from treatment programs, wilderness programs, and leaving their home environment. We are a caring and supportive team of dedicated professionals helping young adults find their path to success in college, vocation, high school completion and living independence. Based out of beautiful Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Northwest College Support provides a wide range of supportive services to help students meet their potential as they attend college. The range of services provided is widely variable based on each student's needs and goals. Our services include Individual Psychotherapy,Testing and Evaluations, Psychiatric Services Educational Coaching, Life Skills Training, Nutritional Education, Fitness Coaching, and Life Coaching Services. Other services may include Family Therapy and Parent Education. Our approach is based on a growth model that provides uniquely provides the appropriate amount of support. The amount of support provided decreases as each individual grows towards his or her potential.
Northwest College Support exists to help young adults ages 18 60 26 transitioning from treatment programs, wilderness programs, and leaving their home environment. We are a caring and supportive team of dedicated professionals helping young adults find their path to success in college, vocation, high school completion and living independence. Based out of beautiful Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Northwest College Support provides a wide range of supportive services to help students meet their potential as they attend college. The range of services provided is widely variable based on each student's needs and goals. Our services include Individual Psychotherapy,Testing and Evaluations, Psychiatric Services Educational Coaching, Life Skills Training, Nutritional Education, Fitness Coaching, and Life Coaching Services. Other services may include Family Therapy and Parent Education. Our approach is based on a growth model that provides uniquely provides the appropriate amount of support. The amount of support provided decreases as each individual grows towards his or her potential.
Alpine Academy students often face severe anxiety and depression, making it hard to succeed at home, school, and with friends. Many have experienced trauma and struggle to express overwhelming emotions. Though typically bright, emotional challenges can disrupt classroom success and peer relationships. Students may withdraw from school and social activities, turning to social media or gaming instead. They tend to internalize their pain, with some using self-harm or suicidal behaviors as coping methods. Despite these struggles, they usually want to reconnect with their hobbies and interests.
Alpine Academy students often face severe anxiety and depression, making it hard to succeed at home, school, and with friends. Many have experienced trauma and struggle to express overwhelming emotions. Though typically bright, emotional challenges can disrupt classroom success and peer relationships. Students may withdraw from school and social activities, turning to social media or gaming instead. They tend to internalize their pain, with some using self-harm or suicidal behaviors as coping methods. Despite these struggles, they usually want to reconnect with their hobbies and interests.
SMH Academy serves young adults ages 18–26 navigating mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood and emotional regulation difficulties, and neurodivergent conditions such as autism and ADHD.
SMH Academy uses a whole-person treatment approach — nutrition, exercise, sleep, and community alongside therapy and medication management. Residents follow a structured routine in a supportive, home-like setting. Our earned-incentive framework builds skills through positive reinforcement, never punishment, with neurodiversity-affirming care throughout.
SMH Academy serves young adults ages 18–26 navigating mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood and emotional regulation difficulties, and neurodivergent conditions such as autism and ADHD.
SMH Academy uses a whole-person treatment approach — nutrition, exercise, sleep, and community alongside therapy and medication management. Residents follow a structured routine in a supportive, home-like setting. Our earned-incentive framework builds skills through positive reinforcement, never punishment, with neurodiversity-affirming care throughout.
Windhorse is a semi-residential program for adults experiencing life-disrupting mental states, with three locations in the US (Oregon, California, and Massachusetts). Inspired by the vision that psychiatric recovery is possible, Windhorse Integrative Mental Health has been a leader in personalized, compassionate care for over 30 years. The foundational principle of our treatment is healing through relationship and community. Windhorse addresses what is missing in most institutional settings. Our clients experience:
Windhorse is a semi-residential program for adults experiencing life-disrupting mental states, with three locations in the US (Oregon, California, and Massachusetts). Inspired by the vision that psychiatric recovery is possible, Windhorse Integrative Mental Health has been a leader in personalized, compassionate care for over 30 years. The foundational principle of our treatment is healing through relationship and community. Windhorse addresses what is missing in most institutional settings. Our clients experience:
LifeTutors, nationally accredited by The Joint Commision, is a clinically-informed wholistic coaching program for young adults seeking whole-life wellness and independence. Our non-residential, in-person services are provided by certified coaches throughout the country with coaches meeting young adults in their community. Outcomes include increased self-agency & confidence, enhanced executive functioning, refined financial literacy, career & trade exploration, stronger peer & family relationships, integration of healthy habits and more!
LifeTutors, nationally accredited by The Joint Commision, is a clinically-informed wholistic coaching program for young adults seeking whole-life wellness and independence. Our non-residential, in-person services are provided by certified coaches throughout the country with coaches meeting young adults in their community. Outcomes include increased self-agency & confidence, enhanced executive functioning, refined financial literacy, career & trade exploration, stronger peer & family relationships, integration of healthy habits and more!
We provide virtual ADHD and Autism testing in addition to our therapy services.
Your mental health is an important dimension to your overall well-being. Oftentimes, we all feel bombarded by the demands of everyday life: your workplace, your family, your social life, your health, and your own personal history all contribute to (or detract from) your mental and physical health. Many people believe that therapy is only for those with "serious" problems and wait until things get worse or unmanageable before reaching out for help. Whether that is the case or not, therapy can be helpful regardless of how "serious" your circumstances are and can offer you the relief and clarity you need to move forward. Our clients come from a wide array of backgrounds with conditions ranging from mild depression or anxiety to chronic Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, OCD, and personality disorders.
We provide virtual ADHD and Autism testing in addition to our therapy services.
Your mental health is an important dimension to your overall well-being. Oftentimes, we all feel bombarded by the demands of everyday life: your workplace, your family, your social life, your health, and your own personal history all contribute to (or detract from) your mental and physical health. Many people believe that therapy is only for those with "serious" problems and wait until things get worse or unmanageable before reaching out for help. Whether that is the case or not, therapy can be helpful regardless of how "serious" your circumstances are and can offer you the relief and clarity you need to move forward. Our clients come from a wide array of backgrounds with conditions ranging from mild depression or anxiety to chronic Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, OCD, and personality disorders.
Integrated Interventions is a Young Adult Therapeutic Program located in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and New Braunfels, Texas. We are a community-based program where our students learn independent living skills through the support of our team of mentors. Our therapeutic support system provides the essential social and life skills required to become productive members of your family and community. We provide custom-fit treatment that allows us to serve a wide spectrum of individuals and we offer support for individuals with diagnoses including, behavioral, cognitive, medical, addiction, and educational challenges. We provide 24/7 support, life skill development, work-ethic training, career and educational support and so much more. Integrated believes in providing custom programming and support systems designed for everyone on a totally individualized basis.
Integrated Interventions is a Young Adult Therapeutic Program located in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and New Braunfels, Texas. We are a community-based program where our students learn independent living skills through the support of our team of mentors. Our therapeutic support system provides the essential social and life skills required to become productive members of your family and community. We provide custom-fit treatment that allows us to serve a wide spectrum of individuals and we offer support for individuals with diagnoses including, behavioral, cognitive, medical, addiction, and educational challenges. We provide 24/7 support, life skill development, work-ethic training, career and educational support and so much more. Integrated believes in providing custom programming and support systems designed for everyone on a totally individualized basis.
See more therapy options for Chicago
Nearby Autism Treatment Centers Searches for Chicago
- Arlington Heights
- Aurora
- Deerfield
- Evanston
- Glenview
- Highland Park
- Northbrook
- Oak Park
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Wheaton
- Wilmette
Autism Treatment Centers
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.