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Adrienne Belton

Adrienne Belton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or carrying the impact of trauma or stress that feels hard to manage on your own. Maybe family challenges or past experiences are affecting your relationships, your confidence, or your ability to feel like yourself. When everything feels heavy or uncertain, it can be hard to know where to start. You don’t have to figure it out alone — therapy can be a place where you feel supported, understood, and able to finally exhale.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Dillon Sharp

Dr. Dillon Sharp

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Illinois


“Using a combination of medication management and psychotherapy, I work with adults to build lasting change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hope Barnes

Hope Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3033 189th Street, Lansing, IL

“I believe healing begins when we feel seen, heard, and supported. As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where growth is nurtured, stories are honored, and hope is restored.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Challenging, Creative, Empowering

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenny Diamond

Jenny Diamond

Therapist

Virtual • Normal, IL


“With over 20 years of experience as a social worker in diverse settings, I bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy that honors your unique story.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Sarah Wickenhauser

Sarah Wickenhauser

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Patients often tell me they feel genuinely heard in our sessions. They describe me as a strong listener, informative, nonjudgmental...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Maddalena Scudiero

Maddalena Scudiero

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focus is to help you develop clarity about your experience. It is important to understand how our thoughts and feelings effect our behavior.”

Anxiety, Depression, Women's Issues

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Jill Dehnert

Jill Dehnert

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe my clients are the experts of their own lives. Therefore, my approach is client-centered and strengths-oriented.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Ashley Mesey

Ashley Mesey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

703 Fourth Street, Carrollton, IL

“I've been practicing in the field of behavioral health for 16 years. I hold a master's degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling, and have specialties in Substance Use Recovery, Dual Substance Use-Mental Health, and Trauma.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Joan Paradis

Joan Paradis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is pretty collaborative—I see therapy as a team effort. I want you to feel heard and understood, but I'll also gently challenge you when it's helpful.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Jennifer Frank

Jennifer Frank

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in understanding the beliefs behind the behaviors we choose. I work with all communities and believe everyone deserves to find their path on their time.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Challenging, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Allyson Marcus

Allyson Marcus

Therapist

Virtual • Scottsdale, IL


“I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself and feel truly understood.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Kenneth Wang

Dr. Kenneth Wang

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


As a licensed psychologist in California and Illinois, I hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Penn State University. I also serve as a Professor of Psychology training and supervising graduate students. My experience includes counseling roles at the University of Illinois and National Dong Hwa University in Taiwan. I specialize in anxiety, stress, relationships, life transitions, with a focus on perfectionism and cultural adjustment.

Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Relationship Issues

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danny Weiler

Danny Weiler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in supporting teens and twenty-somethings who are navigating anxiety, depression, academic stress, relationships, and the "What am I doing?" moments that show up during significant transitions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Lauren Manola

Lauren Manola

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I value the humanity and lived experience of those I meet, and am able to help clients explore their stories in meaningful ways.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori McAllister

Lori McAllister

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe clients already carry the resources they need for healing, and my role is to help them reconnect with those strengths.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Gouri Vemuri

Gouri Vemuri

Therapist

Virtual • Jupiter, IL


“I tailor my approach to each client and strive to create a non-judgmental and warm therapeutic space in which clients are welcomed to be their fully open, vulnerable selves.”

Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Emily Segal

Emily Segal

Therapist

Virtual • Niles, IL


“I work within a relational-cultural framework, which is based on the idea that disconnection is a source of suffering.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joel Filmore

Dr. Joel Filmore

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“We work at the intersections of trauma, addiction, race, culture, and LGBTQ+ identity, guiding clients to unlearn survival patterns, confront generational wounds, and reclaim joy.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Challenging, Direct, Humorous

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Rabiatu Barrie

Dr. Rabiatu Barrie

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in the treatment of trauma related stressors that result from both interpersonal traumatic experiences such as bullying and child maltreatment...”

Depression, Trauma

Affirming, Holistic, Participatory

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sondra Haney

Sondra Haney

Therapist

Virtual • Villa Park, IL


“I provide an attentive, attuned, and client-centered therapeutic space where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered in their healing process.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bethany Vanne

Bethany Vanne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away

12200 North Brentfield Drive, Dunlap, IL

“My passion is to come alongside broken and hurting people as they begin their journeys of healing and growth.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Melissa Quiroz

Melissa Quiroz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


At the heart of my practice is a genuine desire to help people grow. I believe every person has the ability to create a life that feels meaningful, connected, and aligned with their values. My role is to walk alongside clients as they navigate challenges, build new skills, and discover what’s possible for them. My style is warm, direct, and growth‐oriented.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aloha LeBlanc

Aloha LeBlanc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to maintain a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my patients.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frances Morken

Frances Morken

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a compassionate therapist specializing in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), helping clients build balance, resilience, and emotional clarity.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kalie Shekoni

Kalie Shekoni

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the body holds knowledge, wisdom, and information that we can become more attuned through in the process of therapuetic work together.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Sergio Velarde

Sergio Velarde

Therapist

Virtual • Portland, IL


“I believe in a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy. This means that I work with you to understand your unique experiences and goals...”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

James English

James English

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I emphasize a collaborative approach in which people are comfortable in exploring different options to the issues they dealing with.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Bakahia Madison

Dr. Bakahia Madison

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I practice from a person-centered approach, I believe that clients are the expert of their story and that they have many strengths that will assist them in overcoming things that have been a challenge.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal Mental Health,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Isaac Vieyra

Isaac Vieyra

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm Isaac Vieyra, LCSW, a Latinx queer therapist with 5 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, identity, and relationship challenges.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Direct, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Jessica McDaniel

Jessica McDaniel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer a mature, steady presence—one that balances warmth with skill—to guide clients toward growth, resilience, and meaningful change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Dhionis Tartari

Dhionis Tartari

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“In our work together, we look at how your thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior connect, so we can loosen the grip of the thinking that keeps you stuck instead of just talking around it.”

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Selena Hughes

Selena Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


You’ve already taken an important step by being here. I’m Selena Hughes, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and I work with adults facing substance use, anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, grief, and trauma. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re going through, better understand your patterns, and help you reconnect with your strengths so you can feel more hopeful and in control.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Michel Tozer

Michel Tozer

Therapist

Virtual • Mattoon, IL


“I approach therapy from a strength-based perspective, believing that every person carries an innate capacity for growth, resilience, and healing.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

John Benton

John Benton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I'm John Benton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. My background includes community mental health, crisis intervention, and residential treatment, where I've worked with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups. I specialize in helping clients manage emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and Borderline Personality Disorder. I also offer Christian counseling for clients who wish to incorporate their faith into the therapeutic process.

Anxiety

Creative, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna

Sarah Haas

Sarah Haas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With over 20 years of experience, my work centers on supporting and educating clients facing behavioral, emotional, and psychological challenges.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Kristin Vaughn

Kristin Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Kristin is a compassionate and empathetic professional who loves making personal connections with her clients (often through humor) and creating a comfortable atmosphere where individuals can begin exploring and working through any issue.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Cigna,

Christine Ruiz

Christine Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a passion for helping individuals and families by aspiring hope in each person to reach their full potential...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Meghan Murray

Dr. Meghan Murray

Psychologist

Virtual • Sandusky, IL


“I want every person to feel empowered in the therapeutic process as they move toward healing, change, and personal growth.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peter Hopkins

Peter Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I approach clients with compassion and validation. We work together to improve life and expand your joy, even in difficult situations and suffering.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Christopher Daniels

Christopher Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, and questions of identity and belonging. Separately, I bring specialized experience supporting people living with chronic and complex illness, as well as caregivers navigating the emotional impact of illness, uncertainty, grief, and caregiving. Whatever brings you to therapy, our work can be a space to slow down, better understand your experiences, and explore what you want for yourself moving forward.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Direct, Holistic

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Aetna, United Healthcare,

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