UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH Therapists in Des Plaines, IL
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Are your thoughts and emotions making it difficult for you to do your best at work/school or negatively affecting your relationships? Are you struggling to find balance in your life? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Constantly thinking about the consequences of past decisions? Going over catastrophic what-if scenarios again and again in your head? I can help you get out of your head and into your life using the best and most researched methods from Western psychology and Eastern philosophy and healing techniques. The world is waiting for you !
Are your thoughts and emotions making it difficult for you to do your best at work/school or negatively affecting your relationships? Are you struggling to find balance in your life? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Constantly thinking about the consequences of past decisions? Going over catastrophic what-if scenarios again and again in your head? I can help you get out of your head and into your life using the best and most researched methods from Western psychology and Eastern philosophy and healing techniques. The world is waiting for you !
![Photo of Maria Campuzano, MA, LCPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43fa28fe-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I'm a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and work individuals, families, couples, children and adolescents and assist them in developing skills to live healthier and more functional lives. I take a warm, holistic and relational approach considering the mind-body connection and incorporate a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Family Systems. Grief Certified.
I'm a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and work individuals, families, couples, children and adolescents and assist them in developing skills to live healthier and more functional lives. I take a warm, holistic and relational approach considering the mind-body connection and incorporate a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Family Systems. Grief Certified.
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Annette Vander Ploeg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016 (Online Only)
For over 25 years, I have provided counseling and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults and couples. I am humbled by the courage it takes to reach out for help when faced with life's challenges. My approach is informed by my psychodynamic training, which acknowledges our early experiences, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help understand our thoughts, feelings and behaviors in the present day life. I work with a range of presenting problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic violence, loss and grief, relationship struggles, divorce and co-parenting issues and work place stress.
For over 25 years, I have provided counseling and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults and couples. I am humbled by the courage it takes to reach out for help when faced with life's challenges. My approach is informed by my psychodynamic training, which acknowledges our early experiences, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help understand our thoughts, feelings and behaviors in the present day life. I work with a range of presenting problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic violence, loss and grief, relationship struggles, divorce and co-parenting issues and work place stress.
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Maribel Rincon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Plaines, IL 60018
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families in both community mental health centers and school settings. I take on a holistic and relational treatment approach in my practice, utilizing evidenced-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Strength Based, Family Systems, and Mindfulness Techniques. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, family/social conflict, life transitions, and cultural issues. I am also bilingual and provide therapy in English or Spanish.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families in both community mental health centers and school settings. I take on a holistic and relational treatment approach in my practice, utilizing evidenced-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Strength Based, Family Systems, and Mindfulness Techniques. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, family/social conflict, life transitions, and cultural issues. I am also bilingual and provide therapy in English or Spanish.
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Deborah Janos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016 (Online Only)
We all experience challenges and times when we feel overwhelmed. It's not uncommon to feel alone and isolated. We can work together to help you gain perspective, learn new coping strategies and change unhealthy ways of thinking. I take a caring, holistic approach that treats each person as a unique individual. My role is to be a guide in a partnership with you to help you define your goals in order to meet your full potential. I enjoy working with people to meet their goals through relational approaches and practical solutions to life concerns.
We all experience challenges and times when we feel overwhelmed. It's not uncommon to feel alone and isolated. We can work together to help you gain perspective, learn new coping strategies and change unhealthy ways of thinking. I take a caring, holistic approach that treats each person as a unique individual. My role is to be a guide in a partnership with you to help you define your goals in order to meet your full potential. I enjoy working with people to meet their goals through relational approaches and practical solutions to life concerns.
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We all face times when life's challenges overwhelm our coping resources. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, career, family, or health issues, giving yourself space to sort through your feelings in a safe place can help build resilience and coping. Together we can identify the things that hold you back and prevent growth. I view therapy as an opportunity to reset the internal roadblocks and mindsets. My focus is on providing a non-judgemental and accepting environment in which to help for clients in both Illinois and Michigan.
We all face times when life's challenges overwhelm our coping resources. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, career, family, or health issues, giving yourself space to sort through your feelings in a safe place can help build resilience and coping. Together we can identify the things that hold you back and prevent growth. I view therapy as an opportunity to reset the internal roadblocks and mindsets. My focus is on providing a non-judgemental and accepting environment in which to help for clients in both Illinois and Michigan.
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Playful Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Playful Healing Center holds the healing mission of strengthening and empowering individuals with effective therapeutic approaches. We have developed an array of high-quality mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Although we are specialized in pediatric psychotherapy in issues of attachment, trauma, behavioral and emotional issues, we also offer services to individuals and families with issues of trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Playful Healing Center holds the healing mission of strengthening and empowering individuals with effective therapeutic approaches. We have developed an array of high-quality mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Although we are specialized in pediatric psychotherapy in issues of attachment, trauma, behavioral and emotional issues, we also offer services to individuals and families with issues of trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders.
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Ruth Vincent
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA Ed
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for a therapist to help you navigate a difficult time in your life? Or to help find a solution to a problem? Together we can take the next step. To have a successful therapy experience, the client and therapist must engage in a trusting, non-judgmental partnership. Together, we can develop therapy individualized to meet your needs. Establishing goals hand in hand with you is the first step we will take together. With the goals in mind, we make a plan to achieve them. We will identify how to tap into your inner strengths and develop resiliency skills for the future.
Are you looking for a therapist to help you navigate a difficult time in your life? Or to help find a solution to a problem? Together we can take the next step. To have a successful therapy experience, the client and therapist must engage in a trusting, non-judgmental partnership. Together, we can develop therapy individualized to meet your needs. Establishing goals hand in hand with you is the first step we will take together. With the goals in mind, we make a plan to achieve them. We will identify how to tap into your inner strengths and develop resiliency skills for the future.
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Jennifer Pfaff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016
I believe in working with clients to help them reach their goals and improve their overall quality of life. I utilize a warm, relaxed, and welcoming approach to therapy and works with clients to create solutions to what has brought them to treatment. I don’t believe in one theory fits all clients or problems and adapt to meet the needs of those I am working with. I have experience working with clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma history, low self esteem, grief and loss, and school issues. I have specialized training in Play Therapy.
I believe in working with clients to help them reach their goals and improve their overall quality of life. I utilize a warm, relaxed, and welcoming approach to therapy and works with clients to create solutions to what has brought them to treatment. I don’t believe in one theory fits all clients or problems and adapt to meet the needs of those I am working with. I have experience working with clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma history, low self esteem, grief and loss, and school issues. I have specialized training in Play Therapy.
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Gita Tewari
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016 (Online Only)
Telehealth - IL. Life can be complicated, messy and challenging. I work with adults, adolescents and children struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, low self-esteem and life transitions. I provide a safe and accepting space where you can be open and honest with the difficulties you are experiencing in your life. As a career changer, my experiences as a writer and editor in the corporate and nonprofit sectors provide an additional perspective in my work with clients. My multicultural background is an asset in working with diverse populations.
Telehealth - IL. Life can be complicated, messy and challenging. I work with adults, adolescents and children struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, low self-esteem and life transitions. I provide a safe and accepting space where you can be open and honest with the difficulties you are experiencing in your life. As a career changer, my experiences as a writer and editor in the corporate and nonprofit sectors provide an additional perspective in my work with clients. My multicultural background is an asset in working with diverse populations.
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Charlotte Royal Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016
My approach to therapy is centered on the belief that everyone has inherent strengths and wisdom. Working together in our sessions, we will explore a path to meaningful insights into your life. In the process, you will learn new skills that will allow you to bring about thoughtful, positive changes.
My approach to therapy is centered on the belief that everyone has inherent strengths and wisdom. Working together in our sessions, we will explore a path to meaningful insights into your life. In the process, you will learn new skills that will allow you to bring about thoughtful, positive changes.
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My focus in treatment is assisting people who are struggling to overcome particular issues, including anxiety, depression, and other life traumas, that can often cause a lingering feeling something may not be quite right. It is my goal to help guide and assist clients along their path to healing by providing a safe, caring, and compassionate environment where you can learn how to unhook from past traumas and build a healthy, more rewarding life.
My focus in treatment is assisting people who are struggling to overcome particular issues, including anxiety, depression, and other life traumas, that can often cause a lingering feeling something may not be quite right. It is my goal to help guide and assist clients along their path to healing by providing a safe, caring, and compassionate environment where you can learn how to unhook from past traumas and build a healthy, more rewarding life.
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My treatment philosophy helps clients gain a new perspective on the concerns that may be holding them back, which enhances their ability to focus on the things that they value most in life. I have spent many years in various roles at Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health Services, most recently as Psychiatric Counseling Coordinator.
My treatment philosophy helps clients gain a new perspective on the concerns that may be holding them back, which enhances their ability to focus on the things that they value most in life. I have spent many years in various roles at Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health Services, most recently as Psychiatric Counseling Coordinator.
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Michele Golz (Addiction Treatment)
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016
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).
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We all deserve support around challenging times in our lives. Whether you are seeking support around general life stressors, a loss, a relationship change or parenting role shifts, today is a great time to start taking care of yourself.
We all deserve support around challenging times in our lives. Whether you are seeking support around general life stressors, a loss, a relationship change or parenting role shifts, today is a great time to start taking care of yourself.
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Throughout my career as a licensed clinical psychologist, I've had the privilege of providing a safe harbor to assist my clients during a difficult part of their life journey. I recognize that life offers many transitions including relationship beginnings and endings, health concerns, job changes and new roles in family and community. My focus with you will be to promote emotional wellness, achieve greater understanding of the current moment and formulate a path to move forward. I'll provide a warm, culturally sensitive environment to provide extra support during a time of struggle, reflection and personal growth.
Throughout my career as a licensed clinical psychologist, I've had the privilege of providing a safe harbor to assist my clients during a difficult part of their life journey. I recognize that life offers many transitions including relationship beginnings and endings, health concerns, job changes and new roles in family and community. My focus with you will be to promote emotional wellness, achieve greater understanding of the current moment and formulate a path to move forward. I'll provide a warm, culturally sensitive environment to provide extra support during a time of struggle, reflection and personal growth.
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Sometimes things get complicated. Life throws a lot at you and it is not always easy to cope. You deserve to feel good, be happy and function well. You will receive a genuine positive regard and therapy processing techniques to help you or your loved ones through transitional issues which may include anxiety, stress, loss, panic, interpersonal relationship issues or mental health disorders.
Sometimes things get complicated. Life throws a lot at you and it is not always easy to cope. You deserve to feel good, be happy and function well. You will receive a genuine positive regard and therapy processing techniques to help you or your loved ones through transitional issues which may include anxiety, stress, loss, panic, interpersonal relationship issues or mental health disorders.
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North Shore Pediatric Therapy has two neuropsychology testing centers, one in Naperville and the other out of our Des Plaines center! Our pediatric neuropsychologists include Dr. Greg Stasi, PhD (pronounced "Stacy") Dr. Rhiannon Law, PhD, and Dr. Angel David, PhD. We have an Autism Testing Clinic which was set up explicitly for children who have suspected autism spectrum disorder. Our ideal client is a child, as young as 15 months old, who has signs and symptoms of neurodevelopmental or developmental-behavioral needs!
North Shore Pediatric Therapy has two neuropsychology testing centers, one in Naperville and the other out of our Des Plaines center! Our pediatric neuropsychologists include Dr. Greg Stasi, PhD (pronounced "Stacy") Dr. Rhiannon Law, PhD, and Dr. Angel David, PhD. We have an Autism Testing Clinic which was set up explicitly for children who have suspected autism spectrum disorder. Our ideal client is a child, as young as 15 months old, who has signs and symptoms of neurodevelopmental or developmental-behavioral needs!
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Micah Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Des Plaines, IL 60016 (Online Only)
I work with single and partnered adults who struggle to express themselves due to the lingering effects of developmental stressors. My ideal clients are motivated to explore the depths of their self-esteem, develop greater insight into how it affects their daily lives, and identify coping strategies that actually work.
I work with single and partnered adults who struggle to express themselves due to the lingering effects of developmental stressors. My ideal clients are motivated to explore the depths of their self-esteem, develop greater insight into how it affects their daily lives, and identify coping strategies that actually work.
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True or false? You should only seek counseling in a full blown crisis. FALSE! Life transitions, anxiety, depression and relationship challenges can be exhausting and I can help you negotiate these concerns. True or false? You don't have options. FALSE! The reality is that everyone has options and the ability to make important changes in their life. I can help you work towards the changes that matter to you. True or false? Seeking professional support is a sign of weakness. Absolutely FALSE! Seeking help is a tremendous sign of inner strength and I'm here to support you on this journey.
True or false? You should only seek counseling in a full blown crisis. FALSE! Life transitions, anxiety, depression and relationship challenges can be exhausting and I can help you negotiate these concerns. True or false? You don't have options. FALSE! The reality is that everyone has options and the ability to make important changes in their life. I can help you work towards the changes that matter to you. True or false? Seeking professional support is a sign of weakness. Absolutely FALSE! Seeking help is a tremendous sign of inner strength and I'm here to support you on this journey.
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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 benefit plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy