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Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
Chicago, IL
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Marijosephe Bradford
Marijosephe (Mija) Bradford, LCPC, is a trauma-informed therapist who blends evidence-based practices with holistic and culturally... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Marijosephe (Mija) Bradford, LCPC, is a trauma-informed therapist who blends evidence-based practices with holistic and culturally attuned care. With clinical roots in Cogniti... More
Chicago, IL
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Crystina Wells
Crystina holds a Masters in Professional Counseling as well as a Masters in Criminal Justice. She has been in the field of communi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Crystina holds a Masters in Professional Counseling as well as a Masters in Criminal Justice. She has been in the field of community mental health and substance abuse treatmen... More
Who might be a good fit for Crystina?
Individuals navigating challenges like substance use or motivation to change may find support through the approach used by Crystina Wells. Her use of motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques offers a practical and collaborative framework for clients across young to older adulthood seeking meaningful progress. View Profile
Chicago, IL
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Karen Trutsch
Karen Trutsch, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a dual board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearl... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Karen Trutsch, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, is a dual board-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare. She s... More
Chicago, IL
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PAMELA GEHANTSMITH
With over 30 years of experience, I have a broad and deep experience helping my clients explore their lives to make powerful and m... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
LCPC
Female
With over 30 years of experience, I have a broad and deep experience helping my clients explore their lives to make powerful and meaningful changes that determine how mental h... More
Chicago, IL
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Monique Watson
Monique Watson is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She is board certified by the American Nurses ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Monique Watson is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She has been a P... More
Chicago, IL
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Jennifer Upcraft
Jennifer is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt Uni... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Jennifer is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. She has 9 years of experience treati... More
Chicago, IL
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MICHAEL RACKI
Michael Racki, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with over a decade of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depress... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Male
Michael Racki, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with over a decade of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, and substance use concerns.... More
Chicago, IL
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Ann Grossman
Ann Grossman, LPC, is an experienced therapist with a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Massac... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Ann Grossman, LPC, is an experienced therapist with a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Massachusetts - Boston, obtained in 2013. Specializ... More
Chicago, IL
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ASHLEY MORRIS
Dr. Ashley Morris, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional licensed in Flo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Dr. Ashley Morris, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional licensed in Florida and Arizona. With more than 18 years of ... More
Chicago, IL
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Danielle Webb
Danielle Webb, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, depr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Danielle Webb, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, dual diagnoses, and life transitions.... More
Who might be a good fit for Danielle?
People seeking clarity around anxiety, depression, or life transitions may find Danielle Webb’s approach fitting. She integrates evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques with a collaborative, strengths-focused style that supports clients in building practical coping skills. View Profile
Chicago, IL
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Amanda Rogers
Amanda Rogers has a philosophy of partnering with her patients and working together as a team to meet the patient's recovery goals... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Amanda Rogers has a philosophy of partnering with her patients and working together as a team to meet the patient's recovery goals. She has a special interest in mood disorder... More
Chicago, IL
Strength-Based
KINYA LUCASBROWN
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois, and I am a virtual practice. I received my Masters from the Lo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
LCSW
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Illinois, and I am a virtual practice. I received my Masters from the Loyola University Chicago and have been in this... More
Chicago, IL
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Avani Patel
Avani Patel is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric care to clients with depression, ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Avani Patel is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric care to clients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, substance abuse, and attent... More
Chicago, IL
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Erin Howe
Erin Howe is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist with over nine years of exper... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Erin Howe is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist with over nine years of experience supporting adults and adolescents navig... More
Who might be a good fit for Erin?
Erin Howe may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. Her trauma-informed, somatic approach combines cognitive behavioral and acceptance-based therapies with movement to support clients in reconnecting with their bodies and cultivating emotional awareness at their own pace. View Profile
Chicago, IL
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Jennifer Brau
Jennifer Brau is a licensed clinical social worker and substance abuse counselor in Wisconsin. She received her undergraduate degr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Jennifer Brau is a licensed clinical social worker and substance abuse counselor in Wisconsin. She received her undergraduate degree in social work from the University of Wisc... More
Chicago, IL
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Susan Philcox
Nurse Practitioner Susan Philcox is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner w... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Nurse Practitioner Susan Philcox is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner who treats individuals across the lifespan wit... More
Chicago, IL
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IRENE MAE ONA
Greetings! I am Irene Ona, a first generation Fil-Am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My work has been primarily in geriatr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
LCSW
Female
Greetings! I am Irene Ona, a first generation Fil-Am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My work has been primarily in geriatrics. My niche is older adults at all stages o... More
Chicago, IL
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Erika Erdakos
Erika is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Illinois with 20 years of clinical work experience. She graduated from ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Erika is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Illinois with 20 years of clinical work experience. She graduated from Loyola in Chicago with a Masters Degree in So... More
Chicago, IL
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Stephanie Wilson
Ms. Stephanie Wilson is a highly qualified and accomplished Board-Certified Advance Practice Registered Nurse specializing in psyc... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Chicago, Illinois
Female
Ms. Stephanie Wilson is a highly qualified and accomplished Board-Certified Advance Practice Registered Nurse specializing in psychiatry. With expertise in diagnosing, treatin... 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.