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NATALIE ELLIOTT
Couples who love each other but struggle with sex often feel disconnected, frustrated, and unsure how to get back to intimacy. Man... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
LCPC|LPC
Female
Couples who love each other but struggle with sex often feel disconnected, frustrated, and unsure how to get back to intimacy. Many of my clients haven’t had sex in a while ... More
Chicago, IL
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Bend Health
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They conn... More
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Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They connect you with licensed therapists and clinicia... More
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Bend Health may be well-suited to individuals who value evidence-based, personalized virtual care in managing mental health challenges across childhood and young adulthood. Their approach integrates a range of therapies, including family-based and trauma-informed care, to support children, teens, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, and identity-related issues. View Profile
Chicago, IL
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FRANCHESCA HAMMOND
Hi, my name is Dr. Franchesca Hammond and I am a native of Chicago, born and raised here. I have over 20 years of experience in ... More
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Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
Hi, my name is Dr. Franchesca Hammond and I am a native of Chicago, born and raised here. I have over 20 years of experience in healthcare as a registered nurse and nurse pr... More
Chicago, IL
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SAMANTHA KNOBBE
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work. I have over 11 years of experi... More
Therapist
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LCSW
Female
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work. I have over 11 years of experience in many different capacities of the ment... More
Chicago, IL
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BRIANNA BUTLER
Hi! I am Brianna, a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of Illinois. I have been practicing for 4 years. I work with adul... More
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LCSW
Female
Hi! I am Brianna, a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of Illinois. I have been practicing for 4 years. I work with adults and teens who are experiencing grief, depr... More
Chicago, IL
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RAFIAH MAXIE
My name is Rafiah Maxie-Cole, and I’m honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and wholeness. As a Licensed ... More
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Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
LCSW
Female
My name is Rafiah Maxie-Cole, and I’m honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and wholeness. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades ... More
Chicago, IL
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JUSTIN CODY
Hello! I am a Christian Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based out of Central Illinois. Life is a journey, and as w... More
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LCPC
Male
Hello! I am a Christian Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based out of Central Illinois. Life is a journey, and as with all journeys there are ups and downs, str... More
Chicago, IL
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SUSAN LATHE
Greetings, I am Susan Lathe NP I strive to make the world a better place. I feel that I can accomplish this by helping people to ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
PMHNP
Female
Greetings, I am Susan Lathe NP I strive to make the world a better place. I feel that I can accomplish this by helping people to live their best life possible. I am here to ... More
Chicago, IL
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KIMBERLY BROOKS
I’m Kimberly M. Brooks, LCSW. I help adults and couples facing anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship strain, and emotional overw... More
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LCSW|LICSW
Female
I’m Kimberly M. Brooks, LCSW. I help adults and couples facing anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship strain, and emotional overwhelm find clarity and peace. My style is warm... More
Chicago, IL
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JEFFREY LEWIS
I have a unique and creative way of utilizing different therapeutic tools to match my client’s needs and individual issues. My f... More
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LCPC
Male
I have a unique and creative way of utilizing different therapeutic tools to match my client’s needs and individual issues. My focus is to create a trusting and safe environ... More
Chicago, IL
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MARGARET WILSON
Hello, i am EMDR trained, certified alcohol and other drugs (CADC) counselor and certified clinical trauma therapist based in Illi... More
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LICSW|LCSW
Female
Hello, i am EMDR trained, certified alcohol and other drugs (CADC) counselor and certified clinical trauma therapist based in Illinois. I received my master's degree in social... More
Chicago, IL
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MICHELE PETERSMARK
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have over twenty seven years working in this field. I am based in Illino... More
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LCPC
Female
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have over twenty seven years working in this field. I am based in Illinois. I enjoy working with adults struggling wi... More
Chicago, IL
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HARLOW KEDZIE
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of the Chicago suburbs. I have worked within this field for ov... More
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LCSW
Female
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of the Chicago suburbs. I have worked within this field for over 8 years and in numerous therapeutic roles ... More
Chicago, IL
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JOAN VANDERSCHAAF
Welcome! My counseling practice is in Wheaton, Illinois and I am also licensed in Florida. I have a master's degree in Mental Hea... More
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LMHC|LCMHC|LCPC
Female
Welcome! My counseling practice is in Wheaton, Illinois and I am also licensed in Florida. I have a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and a doctorate in Counselor E... More
Chicago, IL
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LAQUITA MCNICKLES
Hello! I'm LaQuita, a licensed psychotherapist (in NJ, MA, & IL) and Certified Life Coach with a background in corporate, medical,... More
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LCSW|LICSW
Female
Hello! I'm LaQuita, a licensed psychotherapist (in NJ, MA, & IL) and Certified Life Coach with a background in corporate, medical, and healthtech environments. I help people i... More
Chicago, IL
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XENIA JORDAN
Hello! I am a licensed therapist (LMHC in Indiana, LCPC in Illinois, and LPC in Michigan). I received my master's in Counseling Ps... More
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LCPC|LMHC|LPC
Female
Hello! I am a licensed therapist (LMHC in Indiana, LCPC in Illinois, and LPC in Michigan). I received my master's in Counseling Psychology from North Park University in Chicag... More
Chicago, IL
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MARTHA TIERNEY
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago, Illinois. I earned my MSW in 2005 from the University of Minnesota. I ha... More
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LCSW
Female
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago, Illinois. I earned my MSW in 2005 from the University of Minnesota. I have supported many clients experiencing life t... More
Chicago, IL
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LATIA GREER
I’m Dr. LaTia Greer, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and trauma specialist with over 25 years of experience in... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
LCPC|LMHC
Female
I’m Dr. LaTia Greer, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and trauma specialist with over 25 years of experience in mental health and wellness. At Authentic Hea... More
Chicago, IL
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JOHN BENTON
Hello!. My name is John Benton, LCSW from Illinois. I have been a licensed therapist since 2007 working 19 years in a community me... More
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LCSW
Male
Hello!. My name is John Benton, LCSW from Illinois. I have been a licensed therapist since 2007 working 19 years in a community mental health center. Prior to that I was couns... More
Chicago, IL
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Loretta Echols
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Illinois. I received my Masters from the University of St. Francis and have b... More
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LCSW
Female
Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Illinois. I received my Masters from the University of St. Francis and have been practicing over 13 years. I offer persona... More
Chicago, IL
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Mental Health Services in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, Illinois, known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and bustling lifestyle, is home to over 2.7 million people. Within its city limits, landmarks like Navy Pier, Millenium Park, and the Art Institute of Chicago contribute to the city's unique character.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Chicago Residents

Among Chicago residents, prevalent mental health concerns include anxiety and depression, similar to trends seen statewide according to the CDC. The city also faces a significant challenge with substance abuse disorders, particularly among its younger population.

Access to Care & Providers in Chicago

Chicago offers both public and private mental health services, with numerous crisis lines and community organizations working towards improving mental health care. Initiatives like the Chicago Department of Public Health's Mental Health Centers continue to extend support to residents needing mental health treatment in Chicago, Illinois.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available across the city's mental health providers.
  • Chicago's therapeutic landscape also includes practitioners specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused care.
  • Unique offerings such as e-therapy, bilingual care, and veteran support are also available to cater to diverse patient needs.

Local Policies & Stressors

Factors such as the high cost of living, industry pressures, a large student population, and the shift to remote-working due to the pandemic, contribute to the mental health stressors for residents seeking therapy in Chicago, Illinois.

Take the Next Step

If you're looking for support, don't hesitate to reach out. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other mental health issue, there's always help available. Start your journey today by finding a licensed therapist in Chicago, Illinois.