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Therapists for college students near Chicago, IL

Kelsee Costanza, LCPC at InPowered Therapy
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

College and early adulthood can be exciting while also overwhelming, confusing, and exhausting. If you’re feeling like life is harder than it should be, you’re not broken, and you’re definitely not alone. I work with students and young adults who feel stuck, emotionally drained, or disconnected from themselves. Maybe you're juggling school, relationships, family expectations, or trying to figure out who you even are while everything keeps changing. You might be questioning your values, your i...

Guided Pathway Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Guided Pathway Counseling, PLLC helps support individuals struggling with an array of mental health issues, some of which include depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, life transitions, and issues relevant to the LGBTQ community....

Bright Light Counseling Center
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

It's been some time since you felt like you. Have you noticed that you been withdrawn? Overwhelmed? Maybe you are noticing that your feelings of being down, sad, worried, or anxious just aren't going away. Maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, that your life is turned upside down, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. You've thought about reaching out for therapy, but you weren't sure. It's ok. We are here. Reach out today. We help you feel l...

Lindsay Clark, LPC, CADC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Welcome! I am grateful you are here. Starting therapy can be an intimidating process. Congratulations for making yourself a priority and taking these first steps toward personal growth and transformation. As a therapist, I walk side-by-side with my clients on their healing journey. Utilizing an integrative and collaborative approach, I believe you, the client, to be the expert in your own life. We can work collaboratively as a team by focusing on deconstructing obstacles and overcoming barriers ...

Nicole Pratl, MSW
Pre-Licensed Professional
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

Thank you for honoring the voice inside that has led you here. While it may feel small, searching for this resource was your first step towards healing and growth. I welcome the opportunity to walk with you in your next steps. As an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) practitioner, I will focus our work on identifying your core values in order to shape a life path that is meaningful to you. We begin by identifying the motivators in your life. We will spend time learning how to engage wit...

Anne Scoltock
Pre-Licensed Professional
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

Therapy can be helpful at many points in life, when relationships feel strained, family dynamics become overwhelming, or personal challenges start to impact daily functioning. It can offer a supportive space to build clarity, strengthen coping skills, and feel more confident navigating both individual and relational concerns. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating emotional, relational, and life challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and maj...

Katherine Hahn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Great to meet you! I prioritize authenticity in therapy; I will show up open, honest, human, and ready to laugh at your dark humor. I am a therapist who is fully accepting of diverse identities and cultures. I believe mental health and wellness is something that can always be improved and strengthened. I have my masters degree and clinical license in social work with a history working in health care and acute mental health settings. Please visit my website listed at the bottom of the page to se...

sigrid alexandersen
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hello! I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist. Please learn more by visiting my web site! I am very experienced with international students! I am a depth therapist so I see patients for longer-term therapy. I see families and couples, too!...

Laura Young
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hi, I’m Laura Let’s Explore Who You Are and Who You Can Become I’m here to help you navigate the journey of understanding yourself, especially when it comes to your gender identity. With a Master of Arts in Art Therapy and Counseling and a background in Fine Arts and Psychology, I use a creative and thoughtful approach to guide you through this process. At Thrive Ahead Co., I offer a space where you can safely explore your feelings, process your thoughts, and find the clarity and confi...

Rachel Sharp
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hi! I'm Rachel. As a licensed therapist with 11 years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, perfectionism and low self esteem, among others. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based techniques. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel safe to explore your thoughts and emotions. Whether you're facing a major life transition or simply want to better u...

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...

Jada Choate, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Hi — I’m Jada Choate, LCSW, and I’m glad you’re here. My goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. Drawing from modalities such as ACT, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and more, I build our work together around your unique needs and goals. I believe there’s no one-size-fits-all in therapy — your path is yours — and I invite your feedback as we collaborate. With a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Chicago and 7 + years of exp...

Clinical Solutions, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Do you struggle with stress or negativity? Effectively managing stressors and self-compassion for a greater sense of fulfillment is a very important investment for a brighter future. I'm a board certified psychotherapist and practice an eclectic blend of psychotherapy with adult individuals and couples, respecting the uniqueness of each person and their ability to correct self-defeating patterns for a clearer path to personal growth, understanding, mindfulness, and happiness. My interactive, ...

KJ Hardy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Finding a therapist who feels like a good fit can matter as much as the therapy itself. I work with students who are thoughtful, capable, and often carrying more than they let on — anxiety, stress, self-doubt, trauma, or the pressure to keep it together while figuring out who they are and where they’re headed. I’m a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) with a background in both clinical mental health and higher education. Before returning to full-time clinical work, I spent many ye...

Katherine Nieweglowski
Pre-Licensed Professional
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Navigating college life brings its own set of challenges, and it's completely normal to feel overwhelmed or stuck at times. As a therapist specializing in supporting college students, my mission is to help you recognize that even in the midst of academic pressures, relationship complexities, or personal uncertainties, there is always a way forward. I adhere to the belief that "There is Always a Way," and I'm here to guide you through your unique journey. Whether you're grappling with the dema...

Contemporary CBT
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

We focus on evidence-based treatments, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to help individuals evaluate their relationship to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that they can develop the awareness, flexibility, and resilience required to live in alignment with their values. Our clinicians are intimately familiar with helping students and families manage academic stressors and navigate the school setting with minimal interference from psychological distress. We believe in nurturing the...

Mary Clare McGraw
Pre-Licensed Professional
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

My name is Mary Clare, and I am a dedicated mental health clinician with experience providing therapy to children, adults, and families. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual. I provide a supportive space to address issues like anxiety, stress, transitions, and personal growth. I use an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based modalities to help clients build resilience, increase self-awareness, an...

Bloom Therapy LLC
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Welcome. We are glad you are here. We can help. You may be seeking relief from painful thoughts, emotions, or memories. Perhaps you wish to heal from and better understand the here-and-now impact of past traumas, losses or painful life experiences. You may want help in changing some aspect of your life or relationships that you feel is keeping you stuck. In the midst of a life transition or identity shift, you may need support in navigating this change. Perhaps you aren’t sure exactly wha...

Intuitive Wellness Therapy Group
Group practice
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

Are Anxious thoughts, difficult emotions, body image or challenging life events holding you back from living your best life? Our approach assists individuals in empowering themselves to connect with their authentic selves and focuses on a mind-body connection. Through compassion, action oriented steps, and acceptance/mindfulness-based approaches I help individuals better understand their reason for seeking support. If you are looking to increase awareness of your core value system and to engage ...

Danielle Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor
Chicago, IL
Accepting new clients

I help teens, young adults, and adults navigate anxiety, relationship issues and life transitions with compassion and evidence-based care. Therapy is a space to understand your emotions, not just manage them. Many of us go through life feeling disconnected from what we truly feel. You might be overwhelmed by anxiety weighed down by sadness, or stuck in patterns you don't fully understand. Therapy offers a chance to slow down and make sense of it all. As a therapist, I believe healing begi...

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