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Candace Chavers, LCSW

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Accepting clients Last Updated 29 days ago

can look like everyone else has it together while you’re just trying to keep your head above water. Between classes, relationships, family expectations, money stress, and figuring out who you even are right now—it can be a lot. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or just not like yourself, you’re not alone.

I work with college students who are navigating stress, burnout, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the weight of life transitions. Many of the students I support are high-achieving, first-generation, or carrying responsibilities that others don’t see. Some are trying to heal from past experiences while still showing up every day and getting things done.

My approach is supportive, honest, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me isn’t about being “fixed” or told what to do—it’s about having a space where you can be real, ask hard questions, and build tools that actually work for your life. We’ll move at your pace, focus on what matters to you, and work toward feeling more grounded, confident, and in control.

You don’t have to do college—or life—on your own. If you’re ready for support that feels human, not clinical, I’d love to work with you.


Specialties

Anxiety Career Concerns College adjustment Depression Relationship Issues

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

Candace Chavers, LCSW is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Carelon Cigna and Evernorth

NPI Number

1619860483

Rates

First session $125
Ongoing sessions $125
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

6615 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031
(224) 358-3431
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Friday --
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Bowen Family Systems Theory Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Family Systems Gottman Method Internal Family Systems (IFS) Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Narrative Parent Coaching Person-Centered Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Strength-Based Structural Family Therapy Trauma Focused

Modalities

Couples Family Groups Individuals

Age Groups

Preteens (11-12) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

People of Color

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 5
  • License(s): IL-149029407

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): Black or African American
  • Gender(s): Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Christian