Therapists in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL
Leslie Alton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, MHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60657 (Online Only)
The process of therapy & self-evaluation is often a difficult endeavor. I seek to ensure that your path to healing includes an emphasis on your strengths, being compassionate to yourself, incorporating self-care goals, practicing mindfulness with general well-being of both the mind & body. I've worked in the mental health field since undergrad & have over 3,330 supervised hours working at a higher level of care. I support emerging adults & adults of diverse populations that live in FL, IL, IN, OK with varying levels of Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder(OCD), Trauma/PTSD & struggle with life transition & challenges.
The process of therapy & self-evaluation is often a difficult endeavor. I seek to ensure that your path to healing includes an emphasis on your strengths, being compassionate to yourself, incorporating self-care goals, practicing mindfulness with general well-being of both the mind & body. I've worked in the mental health field since undergrad & have over 3,330 supervised hours working at a higher level of care. I support emerging adults & adults of diverse populations that live in FL, IL, IN, OK with varying levels of Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder(OCD), Trauma/PTSD & struggle with life transition & challenges.
Jack Smith-Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
As a therapist, I believe you are the expert on your own life with innate strengths. Together, we will use those strengths and insights gained from our working relationship to assist with life's transitions - , relationships, identity, career shifts, and more. Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, or relationship challenges, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can openly explore your experience and build meaning in the life you lead. Together, we’ll work towards finding the a healthy way forward that is aligned with what's most important to you.
As a therapist, I believe you are the expert on your own life with innate strengths. Together, we will use those strengths and insights gained from our working relationship to assist with life's transitions - , relationships, identity, career shifts, and more. Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, or relationship challenges, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can openly explore your experience and build meaning in the life you lead. Together, we’ll work towards finding the a healthy way forward that is aligned with what's most important to you.
With the complexities in the world today, it can be tough to catch a breath, decompress, and process the events in our unique lives. As bandwidths are stretched thin, boundaries infiltrated, and burnout ever present, the pressures of our day-to-day lives can pile on top of each other, making it hard to find balance and reach our goals. These challenges do not need to be faced alone. If you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, addiction, or grief, together we will create a safe and collaborative space to face these challenges head-on, guiding you to feel more empowered, centered, and fulfilled.
With the complexities in the world today, it can be tough to catch a breath, decompress, and process the events in our unique lives. As bandwidths are stretched thin, boundaries infiltrated, and burnout ever present, the pressures of our day-to-day lives can pile on top of each other, making it hard to find balance and reach our goals. These challenges do not need to be faced alone. If you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, addiction, or grief, together we will create a safe and collaborative space to face these challenges head-on, guiding you to feel more empowered, centered, and fulfilled.
Do you find yourself feeling anxious or overwhelmed, be it in social settings, at your workplace, or navigating through the challenges of everyday life? Are you grappling with the burdens of past or recent relationship breakdowns, losses, or circumstances that seem beyond your control? Are you yearning for change and seeking a path towards peace and stability? Together, we can work towards forging that path. We can aim to transform your life into one marked by tranquility, enriched by meaningful relationships, and underpinned by self-confidence.
Do you find yourself feeling anxious or overwhelmed, be it in social settings, at your workplace, or navigating through the challenges of everyday life? Are you grappling with the burdens of past or recent relationship breakdowns, losses, or circumstances that seem beyond your control? Are you yearning for change and seeking a path towards peace and stability? Together, we can work towards forging that path. We can aim to transform your life into one marked by tranquility, enriched by meaningful relationships, and underpinned by self-confidence.
Bohao Zhang
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
I provide a space for my clients to be heard and feel supported while they work to feel more successful in their daily life. As a solution-focused counselor, I have supported clients with diverse identities and presenting concerns across the lifespan. My specialty areas include navigating life transitions, managing anxiety and depression, understanding self and others, and exploring immigrant/second-generation identities. My goal is to assist clients in navigating their current concerns to reclaim fulfillment in their lives. We will work in partnership to help you navigate this process and feel comfortable with the therapy setting.
I provide a space for my clients to be heard and feel supported while they work to feel more successful in their daily life. As a solution-focused counselor, I have supported clients with diverse identities and presenting concerns across the lifespan. My specialty areas include navigating life transitions, managing anxiety and depression, understanding self and others, and exploring immigrant/second-generation identities. My goal is to assist clients in navigating their current concerns to reclaim fulfillment in their lives. We will work in partnership to help you navigate this process and feel comfortable with the therapy setting.
Abigail Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Abby and I am a Chicago-based LCSW. We all experience seasons in life where we require extra support and care. Seeking help through therapy is a courageous first step and I’m glad you’re here. We will work as partners in your therapeutic journey to address your specific needs. My experience includes working with clients who are processing trauma, chronic stress, anxiety, relationship issues, major life adjustments, and grief/loss, among other concerns. I strive to be culturally-affirming and inclusive of all identities and backgrounds in my practice. In our work, you will be treated a person, not a patient.
Welcome! My name is Abby and I am a Chicago-based LCSW. We all experience seasons in life where we require extra support and care. Seeking help through therapy is a courageous first step and I’m glad you’re here. We will work as partners in your therapeutic journey to address your specific needs. My experience includes working with clients who are processing trauma, chronic stress, anxiety, relationship issues, major life adjustments, and grief/loss, among other concerns. I strive to be culturally-affirming and inclusive of all identities and backgrounds in my practice. In our work, you will be treated a person, not a patient.
Rachel Gerson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60642
We all procrastinate from time to time— that assignment isn’t that hard, the towels aren’t that dirty, the mail isn’t so urgent. Suddenly, it’s 9:30PM, and even though you used the day productively (reorganizing Tupperware and extra electronic cables), the one thing you needed to do didn’t get done. Procrastination isn’t about being lazy or mismanaging time; it’s a misunderstanding of internal motivations and anxieties. I can help you implement changes in your life to decrease avoidant (procrastinating) behaviors as well as the frustration and guilt that comes with it.
We all procrastinate from time to time— that assignment isn’t that hard, the towels aren’t that dirty, the mail isn’t so urgent. Suddenly, it’s 9:30PM, and even though you used the day productively (reorganizing Tupperware and extra electronic cables), the one thing you needed to do didn’t get done. Procrastination isn’t about being lazy or mismanaging time; it’s a misunderstanding of internal motivations and anxieties. I can help you implement changes in your life to decrease avoidant (procrastinating) behaviors as well as the frustration and guilt that comes with it.
Dr. Jacqueleen Kolessar
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Seeking therapy can be filled with uncertainties of how it can really help you. I invite you to contact me for a 15 minute phone consultation to learn how therapy can benefit you. I cover a wide range of needs. So whether you are dealing with symptoms of depression or life stressors that make you feel tired, defeated, anxious, lack of focus, frustrated, and overwhelmed, or you just need help with goal planning, time management skills, developing skills to deal with conflict in the work place, or conquer a fear of public speaking, then look no further, I can provide you the level of service that you need to achieve your goals!
Seeking therapy can be filled with uncertainties of how it can really help you. I invite you to contact me for a 15 minute phone consultation to learn how therapy can benefit you. I cover a wide range of needs. So whether you are dealing with symptoms of depression or life stressors that make you feel tired, defeated, anxious, lack of focus, frustrated, and overwhelmed, or you just need help with goal planning, time management skills, developing skills to deal with conflict in the work place, or conquer a fear of public speaking, then look no further, I can provide you the level of service that you need to achieve your goals!
Gail M Elden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, ACSW
Verified Verified
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
I have the most success helping clients determine what stands in the way of their happiness and fulfillment. I help people understand the choices they make and why they make them. I help people through the grieving process and on to the next stage of their lives. I help people do what they have always wanted to do. I have been in practice a long time, I look forward to helping you so pick up the phone.
I have the most success helping clients determine what stands in the way of their happiness and fulfillment. I help people understand the choices they make and why they make them. I help people through the grieving process and on to the next stage of their lives. I help people do what they have always wanted to do. I have been in practice a long time, I look forward to helping you so pick up the phone.
Arete Caldwell
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
As someone who identifies as queer, I recognize the need for affirming services for those in the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you are just beginning to explore your identity or you have been on this journey for years, I am here to validate and support you. I also have experience working with people who are low income as well as have been abused by loved ones - whether those relationships are romantic or familial. Our pasts can show up in our present day in unexpected ways. It can influence how we interpret events and respond to them. I hope to help you acknowledge these responses and work to manage them.
As someone who identifies as queer, I recognize the need for affirming services for those in the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you are just beginning to explore your identity or you have been on this journey for years, I am here to validate and support you. I also have experience working with people who are low income as well as have been abused by loved ones - whether those relationships are romantic or familial. Our pasts can show up in our present day in unexpected ways. It can influence how we interpret events and respond to them. I hope to help you acknowledge these responses and work to manage them.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant striving, anxiety, or the pressures of perfectionism? Do you feel like you’re stuck in the backseat of your own life? I’m here to help you break free from these patterns and reclaim the driver’s seat of your life. In therapy, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space, blending empathy with constructive challenges to help you address what's keeping you stuck and empower you to move toward your goals. My goal is to empower you to achieve your personal goals and develop greater self-compassion, which I believe serves as a foundation for growth and resilience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant striving, anxiety, or the pressures of perfectionism? Do you feel like you’re stuck in the backseat of your own life? I’m here to help you break free from these patterns and reclaim the driver’s seat of your life. In therapy, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space, blending empathy with constructive challenges to help you address what's keeping you stuck and empower you to move toward your goals. My goal is to empower you to achieve your personal goals and develop greater self-compassion, which I believe serves as a foundation for growth and resilience.
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I’m a bilingual and bicultural licensed clinical psychologist in Illinois with 10 years of clinical experience working with children (as young as 3 years old), adolescents, adults, older adults, families, groups, and couples in the Chicagoland area. I use a relational, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed approach to make therapy meaningful and adaptive to each client’s needs. My mission is to support clients in achieving their goals and becoming the best versions of themselves.
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Abbey Casagrande
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
Therapy is a chance for us to come together and collaborate so that we can help you build the life you want to live. I am particularly interested in helping adolescents and young adults navigate depression, anxiety, LGBTQ identity, school and work-related challenges, and the challenges of making major life transitions.
Therapy is a chance for us to come together and collaborate so that we can help you build the life you want to live. I am particularly interested in helping adolescents and young adults navigate depression, anxiety, LGBTQ identity, school and work-related challenges, and the challenges of making major life transitions.
Bella Pecyna - Keep The High Standards Ditch Burnout
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
My clients are the go-getter girls who feel a strong sense of pressure to succeed. They appreciate having high standards, but also want to feel free from the mental load that can feel like a prison. I help clients re-wire their brains, so they can feel calm while maintaining the ambition. I work with them to ditch the hustle to feel "good enough" and find the sweet spot where productivity meets health and joy. We work on the healing, but also on the high-performance habits and your overall health. Together, we'll get you unstuck, build your confidence and cultivate overall wellness so you can step into your optimal.
My clients are the go-getter girls who feel a strong sense of pressure to succeed. They appreciate having high standards, but also want to feel free from the mental load that can feel like a prison. I help clients re-wire their brains, so they can feel calm while maintaining the ambition. I work with them to ditch the hustle to feel "good enough" and find the sweet spot where productivity meets health and joy. We work on the healing, but also on the high-performance habits and your overall health. Together, we'll get you unstuck, build your confidence and cultivate overall wellness so you can step into your optimal.
Abbey Storey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Struggling with stress, anxiety, or finding a true sense of belonging? You’re not alone in this journey. I’m here to help you navigate these hurdles and discover lasting relief. Together, we can explore your unique strengths, reduce worry, and unlock your potential for joy and personal growth. By creating a supportive and understanding space, I’ll guide you towards achieving your personal definition of success and a more fulfilling life. Let’s start this transformative journey together.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Struggling with stress, anxiety, or finding a true sense of belonging? You’re not alone in this journey. I’m here to help you navigate these hurdles and discover lasting relief. Together, we can explore your unique strengths, reduce worry, and unlock your potential for joy and personal growth. By creating a supportive and understanding space, I’ll guide you towards achieving your personal definition of success and a more fulfilling life. Let’s start this transformative journey together.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have worked in the mental health field since 2015 in both community mental health and private practice settings. I have experience working with individuals (children, adolescents and adults), couples and families processing a myriad of concerns. Being black, Puerto Rican and a part of the LGBTQ community, I recognize the importance culture and background plays in life and in a therapeutic setting. I use client-centered, trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches to help clients move towards greater wellbeing and understanding of oneself and the world around them.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have worked in the mental health field since 2015 in both community mental health and private practice settings. I have experience working with individuals (children, adolescents and adults), couples and families processing a myriad of concerns. Being black, Puerto Rican and a part of the LGBTQ community, I recognize the importance culture and background plays in life and in a therapeutic setting. I use client-centered, trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches to help clients move towards greater wellbeing and understanding of oneself and the world around them.
Flourish Counseling & Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
Flourish Counseling & Wellness is a group practice providing counseling & medication management focused on women's and perinatal mental health - from fertility to pregnancy, through postpartum and parenthood. We envision a world where families have the information and support they need to heal, connect and flourish. To support that vision, we have assembled an experienced group of clinicians to serve clients in Chicago, Oak Park, and throughout Illinois. Our team consists of clinical social workers, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, marriage/family therapists and certified Perinatal Mental Health Clinicians (PMH-C).
Flourish Counseling & Wellness is a group practice providing counseling & medication management focused on women's and perinatal mental health - from fertility to pregnancy, through postpartum and parenthood. We envision a world where families have the information and support they need to heal, connect and flourish. To support that vision, we have assembled an experienced group of clinicians to serve clients in Chicago, Oak Park, and throughout Illinois. Our team consists of clinical social workers, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, marriage/family therapists and certified Perinatal Mental Health Clinicians (PMH-C).
Therapy is a deeply personal process and relationship: whatever your reason for seeking support, you deserve to find a therapist who fits. Current times are marked by constant change, challenges, and opportunities. Through understanding and validation, I strive to create an accepting environment for my clients while providing the skills needed to achieve meaningful change. I believe in evidenced-based and collaborative work cultivated by a trusting therapeutic relationship.
Therapy is a deeply personal process and relationship: whatever your reason for seeking support, you deserve to find a therapist who fits. Current times are marked by constant change, challenges, and opportunities. Through understanding and validation, I strive to create an accepting environment for my clients while providing the skills needed to achieve meaningful change. I believe in evidenced-based and collaborative work cultivated by a trusting therapeutic relationship.
Gwendolyn Tsuji
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614
Wherever you are, whatever you were doing before this or will do after, I am glad you are here. Your visit to the space you have created by reading this indicates you are exploring meaningful change. I provide a warm, supportive, and respectful therapy environment to ensure that we can focus on your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Through our exploration, we will center around your experiences, strengths and aspirations to build insight and learn skills to help achieve your goals. My practice focuses on individuals and families.
Wherever you are, whatever you were doing before this or will do after, I am glad you are here. Your visit to the space you have created by reading this indicates you are exploring meaningful change. I provide a warm, supportive, and respectful therapy environment to ensure that we can focus on your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Through our exploration, we will center around your experiences, strengths and aspirations to build insight and learn skills to help achieve your goals. My practice focuses on individuals and families.
Estefania Elias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60657
Hi there! My name is Estefi and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, social anxiety, and school issues.
Hi there! My name is Estefi and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, social anxiety, and school issues.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL
800+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
84% | Relationship Issues |
82% | Self Esteem |
75% | Life Transitions |
73% | Coping Skills |
73% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
96% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
58% | Aetna |
41% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL see their clients
73% | In Person and Online | |
27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Lincoln Park, Chicago?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.