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Top family therapists in Aurora, IL

Aurora families deserve support that fits their lives. Headway connects you with warm, solution-oriented providers who understand family communication and conflict resolution, with sessions starting as soon as tomorrow.

Michelle Hall

Michelle Hall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • North Aurora, IL


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I integrate CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing to help clients recognize patterns, build effective coping skills, and create lasting change.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heather Stample

Heather Stample

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • Oswego, IL


“My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and client-centered. I believe you are the expert of your own story...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Nina Appadurai

Dr. Nina Appadurai

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I focus on teaching my clients coping tools so they are able to respond in a way that is productive and in their control, rather than react which leads to a spiral of further stress and anxiety.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lilian Contin

Lilian Contin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Batavia, IL


“I believe mental health is a cornerstone of well-being, reflecting the deep interplay between our emotional experiences, physical health, and life circumstances.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Carsten

Deborah Carsten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Sugar Grove, IL


“For the past 10 years, I've helped adults navigate change with a greater sense of self-awareness, calm, and confidence.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Infertility
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Scropos

Christopher Scropos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Geneva, IL


“My style is collaborative and compassionate, meaning we'll work together to find the path that makes the most sense for you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
John Sorce

John Sorce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I'm an empathic listener who builds rapport and trust with my clients by establishing a safe and supportive environment so that the therapeutic relationship can grow.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Megan Schmitz

Dr. Megan Schmitz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Geneva, IL


“Therapeutic goals are to provide you - the client - with concrete skills to manage distress, to move towards acceptance of internal experience, and to increase personal accountability for choices while exerting more purposeful control over behavior.”
Anxiety, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Habibat Owolabi

Habibat Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Naperville, IL


“Clients describe my style as warm, approachable, and empowering. Together, we'll work toward growth, healing, and lasting change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Kasey Huff

Dr. Kasey Huff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your innermost self including your passion, beliefs, motivation, historical challenges and emotions.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelly Strick

Kelly Strick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Yorkville, IL


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist working since 2017 in community mental health and private practice. I have a masters degree specializing in couples and family therapy. I work to offer a space where clients can be seen and heard.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marcie Smith

Marcie Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Geneva, IL


I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago and a Masters Degree in Counseling from National Louis University. I am registered as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois, a National Certified Counselor and a Professional Educator as a School Counselor in the state of Illinois. I have numerous years of clinical experience in treating children, adolescents, adults and families using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness and a variety of other treatment modalities. I have worked in a variety of setting that have ranged from community mental health, psychiatric transition services, middle and high schools, animal assisted therapy, a domestic violence agency, and leading social skills groups.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hildred Amegashie

Hildred Amegashie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Plainfield, IL


“My approach to providing care is compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic. I believe in treating each client as a whole person...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michele Filecia-Treptow

Michele Filecia-Treptow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Naperville, IL


Your experience with me will always be grounded in compassion, honesty, and respect. I believe people grow when they feel heard and understood, so I work hard to create a space where you feel safe being yourself. I am collaborative and down-to-earth, and I will meet you exactly where you are while helping you move toward the life you want.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shawn Nowotnik

Shawn Nowotnik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I can provide you with a therapeutic relationship that will feel safe and collaborative so that it can serve as the basis for healing.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Loreta Stavskiene

Loreta Stavskiene

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Bolingbrook, IL


“My experience is in eating disorders, self-harm, substance/alcohol addictions, trauma, BPD, anxiety and depression.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shannon Daly

Shannon Daly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I believe healing is not just about alleviating symptoms but about discovering a more meaningful and connected way of being.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Bolingbrook, IL


“With my strong nursing background, I can properly evaluate clients for medical, nutritional, hormonal, and environmental causes of symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mary Ford

Mary Ford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I strive to create a calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard and understood.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Gier

Shannon Gier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Wheaton, IL


“My purpose and passion as a therapist is helping clients face their challenges head-on while reminding them they are not alone in their journey.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mike Treptow

Mike Treptow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Naperville, IL


Hello, I’m Michael Treptow, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports children, teens, and adults through life’s challenges. I take a warm and collaborative approach, helping clients build coping skills, increase self-awareness, and feel more confident in managing stress and emotions. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and school or family-related concerns. My goal is to meet you where you are and work together to create meaningful, realistic change.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Julie Rodriguez

Julie Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I strive to create a warm, supportive space where children feel comfortable being themselves while building the skills they need to manage big emotions and respond to challenges with greater confidence.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mercedes Yates-Jones

Mercedes Yates-Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Winfield, IL


“My goal is to meet you with warmth and authenticity and walk alongside you as you move toward clarity, confidence, and meaningful change, at a pace that feels right for you.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Creative, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christine Manuel

Christine Manuel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


I work with Adolescents and Adults who are struggling with stress and anxiety, the effects of trauma, attachment issues, and Parenting concerns. I have an Individualized approach that allows me to join with Clients on their journey toward growth and healing.

I'm Christine Manuel, LCSW, a Client centered and goal oriented Therapist. I earned my Masters Degree from the University of Chicago, and I have been in this field for over 18 years.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Wiesman

Nicole Wiesman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


“I take a collaborative, supportive, and practical approach. I'll help you figure out what's behind the challenges you're facing and focus on tools you can use in your daily life.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Fanisha Calvert

Fanisha Calvert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


“At every therapy session, we work together to explore your emotional experiences as well as the thoughts and behaviors that may be holding you back from living the life you desire.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Mario Giacomuzzi

Dr. Mario Giacomuzzi

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“Dr. Mario's treatment approach is collaborative and empowering as he engages his clients in solution focused approaches...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Douglas DeRhodes

Douglas DeRhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Western Springs, IL


“I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Patrice M. Smith

Patrice M. Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Joliet, IL


“My approach to therapy is an eclectic mix of solution focused, behavioral, and emotionally focused therapy.”
Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jinnie Cristerna

Jinnie Cristerna

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Schaumburg, IL


“I work with a diverse group of adult patients to help them heal from events that limit their ability to participate in their lives fully.”
Family issues, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“I believe in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness as a provider. I focus on treating the whole person, not just their symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dane Snyder

Dane Snyder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“I help people who have been impacted by addiction overcome the traumas they experienced growing up in an uncertain, distrustful, and chaotic home environment.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Torrey Dunk

Torrey Dunk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Inverness, IL


“My approach is thoughtful, steady, and grounded in creating a safe, calm environment where clients feel respected and understood.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Mascenic

Jessica Mascenic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Mount Prospect, IL


“Most of my work centers around mindfulness awareness and practices in addition to utilizing art as therapy.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Stull

Catherine Stull

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


“I work to facilitate the individual's coping strategies and problem solving by offering options, training, and education.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ahmed Hussain

Ahmed Hussain

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Westmont, IL


“My approach is based on trauma-informed care. I emphasize Respect, trust, transparency, Collaboration, and mutual decision-making.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Bosques

Jessica Bosques

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Orland Park, IL


“Mental health...is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Davison

Dr. Michael Davison

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Arlington Heights, IL


“My role is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what's happening, and build practical paths toward greater stability and clarity.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bayo Agbolade

Bayo Agbolade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Crestwood, IL


“I'm dedicated to being a caring advocate for mental health and making a positive impact in the lives of my clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Karim Escobar Franklin

Karim Escobar Franklin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My work with clients is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, with a strong emphasis on emotional safety, regulation, and practical skill-building.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Aurora, IL

Finding family therapists in Aurora starts with understanding what your family wants to work on together. Family therapy can support concerns like parenting conflict, adolescent challenges, blended family dynamics, and communication breakdowns across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not only one person. As you compare Aurora therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match your needs, such as family systems therapy, structural family therapy, parent-child work, or support for couples and families.

In Aurora, your search may include therapists with offices near home, school, or work, along with virtual options that make it easier to involve more family members. Session attendance can vary based on your goals — a therapist may meet with the full family, a parent and child, partners, or individual family members at different points. Before booking, review each therapist’s bio for details on session structure, scheduling flexibility, and communication style. A free phone consultation can also help you ask how they approach family counseling services in Aurora, IL.

Therapy in Aurora can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and Headway helps you see estimated costs before you book. You can search for therapists in Aurora, IL who accept a wide range of insurance plans, review detailed bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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