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Therapists for college students near Chicago, IL

Kristina Walz at Chicago Therapy Working Group
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Change can feel intimidating and overwhelming, but it can also be a chance to grow, learn, and build resilience. As college students, you’re in a unique time of transition—navigating new responsibilities, relationships, routines, and decisions about your future. It’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and uncertainty as you let go of familiar comforts and take on new challenges. Giving yourself the space to process these changes, reflect on your experiences, and prepare for what’s next is an im...

Emily Cassidy, LCPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Welcome! I'm a passionate healthcare professional dedicated to providing compassionate and effective telehealth therapy. With a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, I offer supportive counseling services for adults and older adolescents. My experience in counseling and case management has equipped me with the skills to provide impactful mental health therapy, ensuring my clients receive the care and support they deserve. I see clients almost exclusively during morning ...

Derrick Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I joined Relational Insight in 2023 to provide affordable therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I apply collaboration within therapy to help clients tell their story to practice new perspectives or behaviors. I aim to help clients find validation, healing, and growth within life struggles and transitions. I have a passion for reaching underserved clients, especially men of color and other members of marginalized groups. Also, I connect easily with adolescents struggling with emotional o...

Belle Counseling and Wellness, PLLC
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Belle Counseling and Wellness provides individual therapy for adults 18+. We offer a safe and confidential space to explore yourself, your values, process your past and heal. As a trauma informed practice, we realize the widespread impact of trauma and seek to help our clients and the community find their path to recovery and holistic wellness. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in our clients, their families, our staff and our community. Our response to trauma seeks to fully integrat...

Shondale DeLoach
Psychologist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

The decision to seek therapy is a very important decision, but choosing the right therapist is even more important since one of the best predictors of a positive therapy outcome is the fit between client and therapist. I strive to provide the people with whom I work an environment that is comfortable, nonjudgmental, and genuinely validating. My job is to provide a space for you to access your strengths and attributes, and with this I can provide psychological approaches to help you address the c...

Kathleen O'Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Like many therapist profiles, this page could list my degrees and credentials, provide a vague description of what clients I work with, and be distant but warm; however, that is not how I work with clients or how I am in the world. I want this page to help you decide if we’ll work well together, not just list the things I’ve done. What you probably want to know is 1) do I know what I’m doing and 2) are we a good fit in working together. I have been working in the mental health field, specific...

Joey Marchese, LSW, MSW
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

As a queer therapist I have since worked with folx navigating areas including anxiety, depression, life transitions, neurodiversity, relationships, stress, trauma, substance use, OCD, and more....

Third Eye Counseling
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Third Eye Counseling is a psychotherapy practice in the Lakeview/Roscoe Village area of Chicago providing individual therapy, yoga-informed therapy, and couples counseling. Our services are wellness-based, authentic, focused on growth, and grounded in social justice. We aim to balance motivating and challenging each client towards change with providing space for acceptance and acknowledgement of strengths....

Mindful Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hi there, my name is Juan Contreras, and I'm a therapist at Mindful Therapy Services in Chicago. I have no waitlist at this time and currently accepting new clients. Clients often come see me because they're looking for a down-to-earth therapist. I offer therapy services for most issues including anxiety, depression, relationships issues, college navigation/transition, first generation college students, immigrant background, LGBTQ+, ADHD, suicide ideation, emotion regulation and expression, a...

Lily Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

***Book a Free Consultation Online at Our Website Below On the outside, people tend to see you as doing fine – or even put-together, independent and successful. Lately, life has you feeling anxious, overwhelmed and stuck grasping for any semblance of control. No one really prepares you for the stress and confusion of the transition to adulthood – it’s a lot of pressure. How do you convince your friends, family, teachers, or boss that you know what you're doing? More importantly, how do yo...

Grow Green Therapy
Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I'm a bilingual therapist offering both in-person and virtual sessions. Whether you're navigating life transitions, pursuing personal growth, or simply in need of support, I commend you for taking this meaningful step. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. I bring a unique perspective to my practice...

Emerge Psychology Group
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Therapy should be a place to not only get to know yourself but to grow, change, and flourish. If you have been looking to reconnect with yourself in a space free from outside noise and judgement this is the place for you! I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, survivors of intimate partner trauma, and those navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, as well as the unique experiences of being neurodivergent. We will work collaboratively to honor your individual needs and identities, and cr...

Chelsey Daval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hi, I’m Chelsey Daval (she/they), LCSW. Life brings moments of joy, connection, and excitement, but it can also bring seasons where the emotional weight of everyday responsibilities feels overwhelming. Many people, regardless of age, find themselves stuck in patterns they do not want to be in. Struggling with the same issues again and again, unsure of how to name what they are feeling, or unable to imagine a way forward. This may look like ongoing anxiety, low mood, obsessive or rigid thinkin...

Rainy Day Art Therapy, PLLC
Art Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I specialize in working with clients to process grief and trauma. Before starting Rainy Day, I worked at an out-patient day center for trauma and mood disorders as the lead art therapist, eventually shifting to be a therapist at a group practice. I work alongside you to support your growth in personal and professional experiences through trauma, grief, and life transitions....

Jonathan Spitz
Psychologist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in working with young adults and students. I spent 10 years on staff at various university counseling centers around the country and now work in private practice doing individual psychotherapy in Illinois and New York. My approach combines my education, training, and own life experience to work with individuals collaboratively, with a focus on how to meaningfully and healthfully navigate life events. While trained as a generalist to provide treatment for...

ARCH Counseling Center
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Welcome to ARCH Counseling Center! Life can be challenging. Whether you’re navigating a difficult transition, struggling with anxiety or depression, or seeking to strengthen your relationships, ARCH Counseling Center is here to support you. Vision: "A brighter future, one step at a time." Mission: "We believe in the power of hope, healing, and human connection to foster positive change and well-being to help improve the lives of those we serve. We are committed to integrity, respect, ...

TINA MAVALANKAR
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Are you exhausted? Is your anxiety running the show? Do you feel burnt out from your classes, your responsibilities, or living through a pandemic? Maybe you know what you want but need assistance getting started. Maybe you're unsure of what you want, but know that something feels off and your current situation isn’t serving you. The good news is things CAN get better. Together we’ll talk about where you are, where you want to be, and create a plan to get you there. I have experience in a number...

Megan O'Brien- Pure Health Center
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I've been a psychotherapist for over ten years skilled in treating mental health disorders or distress. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to support students with academic challenges, peer and relationship struggles, life transitions, trauma, and more. I provide individual psychotherapy services (virtually or in person) at Pure Health Center in Lincoln Park walking distance from your campus. Currently, I offer flexible evening and weekend appointments to accommodate students' busy schedules....

Loren Weese
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hi, I’m Loren, a psychiatric provider with over a decade of experience in mental health care. I take a compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered approach in supporting individuals across the lifespan. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, using evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, motivational interviewing, and supportive therapy, alongside thoughtful medication management when appropriate. I strive to create a...

Nick Riehlmann Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

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