Online therapy in Illinois

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Illinois. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

Looking for online therapy in Illinois? This page is here to help you find therapists who are licensed in Illinois and offer care through telehealth. Online therapy can make it easier to compare options across Chicago, the suburbs, college towns, and smaller communities throughout the state, so you can focus on fit instead of choosing only from providers nearby. You can narrow your search with filters for specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you are looking for therapy, medication management, or both. That makes it easier to find someone who matches your needs, schedule, and budget.

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Kate Tune

Wildroot Relationship Therapy PLLC

LMFT

Licensed In:
Colorado, Illinois
“I’m a marriage and family therapist who works through a systemic and attachment-based lens, exploring how past and present relationships shape how we experience ourselves and others. Early emotional environments teach us ways to cope and connect, but those strategies aren’t always sustainable. Therapy offers a space to explore and reshape those patterns. I specialize in working with couples and new parents navigating disconnection, communication challenges, and identity shifts. I also support individuals, adolescents, children, and families in learning to move through emotions rather than around them, building confidence, resilience, and secure connections.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Natalie Thomson

Natalie Thomson, PLLC

LCPC

Licensed In:
Illinois, Virginia
“Adults and teens 13-64 years of age. LGBTQIA+ individuals, polyamory, anxiety, depression, OCD, and Neurodivergent-affirming.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Gender Identity · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Lindsey Hovan

Atlas Behavioral Health

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“In addition to depression, anxiety, work stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges, I also specialize in: - History of trauma and its impact on sense of self, attachment, and relational patterns - Distress related to caregiving - Reproductive Mental Health (including fertility, perinatal, and postpartum)”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Caregiver Support · Grief · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Vivian Hwang Daniel

Vivian Daniel Counseling

LCSW

Licensed In:
Florida, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina
“Highly skilled Asian American therapist providing specialized treatment to help adults who are driven and successful yet struggle with chronic stress, imposter syndrome, burn out, and complicated family relationships cope with our stressful world and more effectively resolve relationship conflicts in a way that aligns with your values. Get unstuck, feel more calm, live life with confidence.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Perfectionism · Women’s Mental Health
Janice Baxter

Courage to Heal, LLC

LMFT

Licensed In:
Colorado, Illinois, Mississippi, Pennsylvania
“I work with adults utilizing a trauma informed lens. My specialties are eating disorders, trauma, and women's issues.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Codependency · Depression · Eating Disorders · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Lisa Ansel, PhD

Ansel Psychology PLLC

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Give me your tired, your overwhelmed, your sensitive! My favorite population to work with is Highly Sensitive Persons and all flavors of Neurodivergents! I am also skilled in complex trauma and attachment therapy. I further specialize in working with those with chronic illness or autoimmune presentations. I see adults ages 20 years and older. LGBTQIA+ Friend.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Attachment · Autism · Dementia · Grief · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Menopause & Perimenopause · Trauma & PTSD
Shirley Khong

Self Compassion Counseling

LCPC

Licensed In:
Illinois
“If you have spent years putting others first, as a high-achiever, a people-pleaser, or a caregiver who keeps showing up for everyone else while quietly running on empty, you are exactly who I work with. I specialize in working with women who have recently experienced a breakup or divorce and are exploring their sexuality, rebuilding their sense of self, and navigating new relationships. They are often afraid of being a burden to others, struggle to prioritize their own needs, or have spent years putting their partner’s needs before their own. They’re ready to make changes so they don’t repeat the same patterns, especially if they’ve often betrayed their own needs to keep the peace, maintain a relationship, or avoid disappointing others. Together, we can explore what they want from their relationships and their lives, while learning to trust themselves and honor their needs without the guilt.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Jaime Kaplan

JK Psychological Wellness LLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Goodness of fit is important in all areas of life, especially in connecting with your therapist. If you are going through life always wondering if others are judging you as much as you are judging you, therapy can be a time to turn off that noise and focus on self-compassion. As a licensed psychologist who works with adults, I have specialties in eating disorders, body image concerns, self-esteem, and women’s mental health. Over the course of my experiences, I have also developed a particular interest in working with college and graduate students, as well as young professionals on adjustment issues, and IVF support. I also provide fertility consultations for recipients of egg, sperm, or embryo donations.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Body Dysmorphia · Depression · Eating Disorders · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Tedra L Tado

Midwest Center for Hope & Healing

CRC, LCPC, EMDR-trained

Licensed In:
Illinois
“Hi there, I'm Tedra! If you’re carrying the weight of trauma, loss, or overwhelming stress, you don't have to keep powering through it alone. I’m an LCPC, CRC, and EMDR-trained therapist providing trauma-focused therapy for people who feel stuck in fight-or-flight, overwhelmed, numb, or constantly on edge. While I have extensive experience working with first responders, veterans, and high-responsibility professions, I also enjoy supporting adults, teens, and children from all walks of life with a warm, engaging, and supportive style.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Depression · Grief · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Anastasia Zubek

Bright Stride Mental Health

LCSW

Licensed In:
Illinois
“I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and life transitions. I support clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain, helping them build coping skills and regain a sense of balance. I also work with clients who are athletes, and support them with the unique mental health challenges that come from sports and high-pressure environments. I also support clients with managing ADHD, offering practical strategies to improve focus, organization, and daily functioning. Additionally, I help individuals through life transitions such as school, career changes, and increased responsibilities.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Depression · Domestic Abuse · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Kirsten Emery

Padera Therapy & Wellness

LMFT, CADC, CCTP-II, MS

Licensed In:
Illinois, Wisconsin
“As a family and systems therapist, I’m passionate about helping people uncover how past experiences may be shaping their present. Together, we’ll connect the dots between where you’ve been and where you want to go, so you can move toward the life you envision for yourself. Watching clients use these insights to create real, positive change is one of the most meaningful parts of my work. I specialize in working with people navigating substance use, eating disorders, body image concerns, depression, and anxiety. I also support individuals living with personality disorders, as well as those impacted by loved ones who struggle with them. As a systemic therapist, I have a special interest in supporting clients exploring polyamorous and alternative relationships, BDSM, and kink, with a focus on sex positivity, consent, and healing from attachment trauma.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anger Management · Attachment · Bipolar Disorder · Codependency · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Substance Use
Brianne Birtic

Beautiful Minds Therapy & Consulting LLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
Illinois, Nebraska, Wisconsin
“I work with adults who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, overthinking, and “what if” thoughts that won’t shut off. Many of my clients struggle with OCD, panic, phobias, health anxiety, perfectionism, or chronic worry. You might feel exhausted from constantly analyzing your thoughts, seeking reassurance, avoiding certain situations, or trying to “do things right.” Maybe anxiety has started to shrink your life, limit your confidence, or interfere with work, relationships, or travel. I especially enjoy working with motivated, insight-oriented clients who are ready to build real skills and want therapy that is structured, practical, and focused on lasting change.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Anxiety · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Phobias

Finding online care in Illinois

Online therapy can make life a little easier in Illinois for many practical, everyday reasons. You may live in a part of Chicago or the suburbs where a short appointment still means traffic, parking, and extra time out of your day. Or you may be in a smaller city or downstate area where the right specialty is harder to find close to home. Telehealth gives you more room to choose based on what actually matters to you, like a therapist who understands trauma, works with teens, offers evening sessions, speaks your language, or takes your insurance. Illinois public programs also use telepsychiatry to reach children and teens in communities with limited access to psychiatrists, which reflects a challenge many families already know well. Online care can also help you stay consistent when winter weather, school schedules, work hours, or caregiving responsibilities make in-person visits harder to keep. As you compare providers, think about fit, availability, payment options, and privacy at home. You can use the resources below to verify licenses or find added support if needed.

Online therapy in Illinois: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Illinois?

Start with what you want help with most, then narrow from there. You can filter by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want a therapist, medication management, or both. After that, read a few profiles closely. Look for experience with the concerns you want to work on, the kind of therapy they use, session availability, fees, and whether they feel like someone you could talk with honestly. Online therapy lets you access providers across Illinois, so you do not have to limit yourself to whoever is closest.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Ask questions that help you picture what working together would actually be like. You might ask what concerns they help with most often, what their approach feels like in session, how often they usually meet with clients, and whether they think online care is a good fit for your situation. It also helps to ask practical questions up front: Do they take your insurance? What is the self-pay rate? Do they offer evenings or weekends? What platform do they use? What happens if you have a technology problem, miss a session, or need support between appointments? If you travel often, ask whether they can still see you when you are outside Illinois.

Does my online therapist have to live in Illinois, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Not necessarily. In practice, the main question is usually licensure, not where the therapist lives. Illinois telehealth law focuses on where the client is physically located during the session, so if you are in Illinois, your provider generally needs to be licensed or otherwise authorized to practice in Illinois. If you travel out of state, tell your therapist before the appointment. They may need to confirm they can legally see you where you are, or they may ask to reschedule until you are back in Illinois. If you travel often, it can help to look for providers licensed in multiple states.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Illinois?

Depending on the provider, you may be able to find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and some testing and evaluations. Not every service is offered by every clinician, and some evaluations or specialty services may still include an in-person piece.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. You can use the directory filters to look for medication management providers in Illinois. Medication management is different from online therapy because it focuses on prescribing, adjusting, and monitoring medication, while therapy focuses on working through emotions, patterns, stress, relationships, and coping skills. Some people use one or the other, and some use both at the same time. If you need a controlled substance prescription, ask the provider directly before booking whether they can handle that through telehealth, because there may be additional rules or steps for those medications.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Illinois?

A good place to start is the Illinois Department of Human Services mental health services pages and provider lists, especially if you are looking for community mental health care. If you have Medicaid, the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services “Find a Provider” tools can help you look for covered services. For broader support, 211 Illinois can help connect you with local resources, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness Illinois offers free education and support. For youth and families, the Behavioral Health Care and Ongoing Navigation portal can be a helpful starting point. You can find the official links in the resources below. If you are in crisis, use 988 or the CARES line right away.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Illinois license?

The easiest place to start is the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation license lookup. That is the main state tool for checking whether a social worker, counselor, marriage and family therapist, psychologist, nurse, physician, or physician assistant is licensed. If you are checking a psychiatrist, the Physician Profile Search can also be useful for added physician details. The official links are in the resources below.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Illinois, and how does payment usually work?

Many Illinois health plans regulated by the state cover telehealth when it is clinically appropriate and medically necessary, and Illinois law says cost-sharing for telehealth cannot be higher than the same service in person. Illinois Medicaid and its managed care plans also cover mental health and substance use treatment through behavioral telehealth. Your cost still depends on your plan, deductible, network rules, and the provider’s billing setup. Before you book, ask whether the provider is in network, what your expected copay is, whether they offer self-pay or sliding scale rates, and whether they can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Most sessions happen by video, but depending on the provider and service, phone calls, texting, secure messaging, or email may also be part of telehealth or follow-up communication. Many providers also have their own policies about where sessions can take place, so it is best to check ahead of time if privacy or location may be an issue. Illinois telehealth rules also require providers to use telehealth in ways that follow privacy, security, and confidentiality requirements.

Are there scheduling, regional, travel, or weather issues in Illinois that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes. Online therapy can be especially useful in Illinois if you are juggling Chicago-area commuting, long suburban drives, campus schedules, caregiving, or winter snow and ice that can make even routine travel harder. It can also widen your options if you live in a smaller city or part of the state where the right specialty is not easy to find nearby. Illinois public programs use telepsychiatry to connect children and teens in communities with limited access to psychiatrists, and the same practical benefit applies to many adults using online care: consistency is often easier when getting there is no longer the hardest part.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space or secure internet connection for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline right away. In Illinois, the CARES line is another 24/7 option for crisis support and mobile crisis response.

Illinois mental health resources

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) License Lookup

Primary source license verification for social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, nurses, physicians, and physician assistants.

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Professions and Boards

Parent page for Illinois profession pages, laws, rules, and board information across mental health and medical licenses.

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Physician Profile Search

Extra physician profile details that can help when checking psychiatrists, alongside License Lookup.

Illinois 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free 24/7 call, text, and chat crisis support from trained counselors.

Illinois Crisis Services / CARES Hotline

Access mobile crisis response, Screening, Assessment and Support Services, and crisis help for Medicaid and non-Medicaid residents.

Illinois Department of Human Services Mental Health Services

Overview of public mental health services, community mental health centers, case management, and other supports.

Illinois Healthcare and Family Services Find a Provider

Find mental health, substance use, and crisis providers or programs, especially if you use Medicaid.

211 Illinois

24/7 connection to local help for mental health, housing, food, health care, and other everyday needs.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Illinois

Free support, education, advocacy, and local affiliate connections across Illinois.

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