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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.

Kim Nygaard

Kim Nygaard

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have extensive experience supporting clients with concerns such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, addiction, dual diagnosis, and intellectual disabilities.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katharine McCormick

Katharine McCormick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“You don't have to perform wellness for me. You don't have to pretend you're okay. You get to bring all of you—messy, magnificent, uncertain, sacred.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Minnella

Michael Minnella

Therapist

Virtual • Hometown, IL


“As a mental health counselor for more than two decades I have helped people through their dilemmas of trauma, depression, anxiety including ADHD, bipolar management, family relationships, and other life stressors.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Misty Spencer

Misty Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is supportive, strengths-based, and goal-oriented.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gina Weber

Gina Weber

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens through a strong therapeutic relationship.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Tawana Edgeson-Steiner

Dr. Tawana Edgeson-Steiner

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe therapeutic alliance where you feel heard and understood; and through our partnership you develop an increased capacity to move towards the person you want to become.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jane Montgomery

Jane Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I want to create a safe space for you to explore the stressors that you are struggling with and find alternative reactions to ease your transitions through them.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jazline Villar

Jazline Villar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello! I've been practicing since 2017. I've worked in community based organizations and private practice. I've worked closely with the BIPOC communities with a particular emphasis on the Latinx community. I am Latinx and cis-genderd female. I focus on intergenerational trauma and healing. I specialize in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Maternal Mental Health, Family Mental Health, Interpersonal Violence, Complex Trauma and Traumatic Stress. I've seen couples since 2024.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Taylor Holloway

Taylor Holloway

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My work focuses on helping clients unpack shame, rebuild self-worth, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves and others.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Kettelene McMorris

Dr. Kettelene McMorris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where individuals and families feel heard, understood, and empowered to take an active role in their health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gayle Lane

Gayle Lane

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring warmth, compassion, and a deep respect for each person's unique journey. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel truly heard and understood.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joshua Magariel

Joshua Magariel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and supportive, and I work with concerns like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and feeling stuck during hard seasons.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Johnson

Angela Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a warm, empathetic, and solution-focused approach to therapy. I strive to create a non-judgmental, safe space...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Morgan Colbert

Morgan Colbert

Therapist

Virtual • Harrisburg, IL


“I specialize in integrating mental health with physical wellness, emphasizing the connection between the mind and body.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Renee ST. Clair

Dr. Renee ST. Clair

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapy style is best described as honest and strategic in helping you discover the root of your problem...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erik Levinson

Erik Levinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is rooted in the belief that while we cannot always control the circumstances we face, we can cultivate the resilience and self-awareness necessary to navigate them.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Judy Thomas

Judy Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative, practical, and focused on helping clients better understand themselves while building tools that support lasting change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allyn Daly

Allyn Daly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect sessions to center on and affirm their lived experiences, needs, and empowerment of their identities, abilities, and bodies.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Perez

Ana Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a bilingual and bicultural clinician, I offer a culturally sensitive approach to therapy that helps clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Moler

Jamie Moler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe children are not "bad" or "difficult" — they are communicating needs the best way they know how.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jessica Lomas

Dr. Jessica Lomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I incorporate elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems theory, attachment-based interventions, and skills-focused behavioral strategies...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sonya King-Thomas

Dr. Sonya King-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring an open mind and genuine curiosity to every session, because your story deserved to be heard without judgment.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hannah Courtney

Hannah Courtney

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have experienced firsthand that the brain can rewire, healing is possible, and the transformative work of therapy is the most life-changing and important thing you'll ever do for yourself.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sara Figueroa

Sara Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focal point is ALWAYS meeting my clients where they are at in life and not where I would like them to be as this is their journey, not mine.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamia Walker

Jamia Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I truly believe that everyone is the expert of their life and has an individualized journey tailored specifically for them!”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carrie Castaldo

Carrie Castaldo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I integrate mind-body techniques such as mindfulness, breathing and yoga postures as emotions and past traumas can get stuck in our physical bodies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Zehr

Jennifer Zehr

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy is a relationship between the client and therapist, and that our therapeutic connection is most powerful in supporting your comfort to share your feelings, thoughts and experiences.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Allyson Marcus

Allyson Marcus

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am passionate about empowering people to create meaningful change and live a life that feels authentic and aligned with their values.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amber Foreman

Amber Foreman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and client-centered. I strive to create a space where you feel safe being honest about what you're experiencing while we work together to build tools that support real change in your daily...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shariyfa Polite

Shariyfa Polite

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“For over 15 years, I've watched clients transform from surviving to thriving, and here's what I know: you're not broken, you're not too much, and you're definitely not alone.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kenya Wilkins

Kenya Wilkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Welcome! I'm Kenya Wilkins, LCSW and located in a small town outside of Charlotte, NC. I have been in the mental health field for over 8 years. I offer telehealth therapy for children, teens, young adults, and caregivers navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. Whether you or your child are experiencing anxiety, ADHD, depression, parenting struggles, conflict, or the impact of stress and trauma—you're not alone, and support is available. I provide a safe, supportive space to navigate challenges, foster personal growth, and find balance in mind, body, and lifestyle.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Sneed

Amanda Sneed

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I work with clients by combining cognitive behavior therapy with mindfulness practices. I work toward client building a strong sense of self and empowerment.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tonia Short

Tonia Short

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe you are in charge of your own life. I am an empathetic listener and often help you find holistic solutions to your struggles.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Alyssa Burtner

Dr. Alyssa Burtner

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My work is grounded in creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where individuals can build insight, develop coping skills, and move toward meaningful change.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Miguel Lopez

Miguel Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My passion is helping people heal from past trauma, mental health challenges, or substance abuse issues caused by life stressors and other factors.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Celeste McGill

Dr. Celeste McGill

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Clients describe me as warm, honest, and deeply supportive. I bring over 30 years of experience working with diverse communities...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelly Alexander

Kelly Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should be a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, empowered and where growth should occur.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sally Wilkinson

Sally Wilkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, my name is Sally Wilkinson, and I am an LCSW in the state of Illinois. One thing I would like my clients to know about me is that I strive to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are, without pressure or judgement. I believe therapy should feel both supportive and practical. In our work together we will explore what is going on in your life while also building tools to help you cope, grow, and move forward. I value honesty, collaboration, and meeting you at your pace. My goal is to help you feel understood while also empowering you to make meaningful changes in your life.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adele Duba-Nagel

Adele Duba-Nagel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a person-centered approach when working with my clients. This means that our work is collaborative and based on your goals...”
Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Simone Shepardson

Simone Shepardson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm Simone Shepardson, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with nearly two decades of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I've worked across a range of clinical settings — inpatient care, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient therapy — which has given me a deep understanding of how to meet clients wherever they are in their journey. I specialize in working with gifted populations, high-functioning autism, anxiety, ADHD, and family dynamics. I've served over 10 years on the board of the Illinois Association for Play Therapy and previously acted as a clinical advisor to the West Suburban Bipolar Group in DuPage County. Outside of my practice, I'm a professionally trained singer and musician, a dancer, and a devoted wife and mother. I bring my whole self — warmth, creativity, and genuine care — into the work I do with each client.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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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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