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Top therapists in Aurora, IL accepting new patients
Mental health support is available throughout Aurora, from Downtown to East Aurora and West Aurora neighborhoods. Headway's network of 2,392 licensed providers offers talk therapy and medication management with flexible scheduling. Join thousands benefiting from affordable, insured care with providers available within two weeks.
My nursing career began in 2010 when I first became a Registered Nurse. In 2017 I graduated from Maryville University in St. Louis, MO with my master’s degree in nursing and became a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) licensed in Illinois. I have been blessed to work in many facets of healthcare since and has also become a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). With a strong foundation in both primary care and mental health, my approach aligns overall wellness and hormone optimization with physical, mental, and lifestyle well-being.
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to figure things out alone. I’m Tamara Whittleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. I focus on creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable talking openly while developing practical strategies for growth and healing
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working in the mental health field 6+years. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages, navigating trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, and complex life transitions. My background includes clinical, school-based, and higher-level care settings, which allows me to understand how emotional challenges show up across different environments and stages of life.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and work with clients who feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from themselves or others. My training includes CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and I have completed specialized training working with betrayal Trauma and sex addiction through IITAP. I am especially experienced in supporting clients who have complex cases and/ or deep rooted negative beliefs helping them to build stability, insight, and resilience in a way that feels sustainable and empowering.
Welcome! I provide encouraging, evidence-based, and culturally affirming individual therapy. I have a special affinity working with people of color, and I hold niche expertise in working with law students & early-career attorneys, graduate students & early-career professionals, and mental health providers. And, I have a compassionate and empathic lens towards my fellow mamas. Treatment concerns may include depressive and anxiety symptoms, relationship transitions, occupational or academic stress, and other adjustment issues. Most importantly, I welcome and serve clients across all genders, identities, and backgrounds.
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Aurora
Finding the right therapist in Aurora, IL starts with identifying what you need help with. Common reasons people seek therapy include anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Look for a licensed provider — such as an LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or psychologist — who specializes in the areas that matter most to you. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach and decide if they're a good match before your first session.
Aurora has a range of mental health providers, but narrowing your options can take time. Consider what matters most: a specific therapy style, scheduling flexibility, or whether you prefer virtual or in-person sessions. On Headway, you can review provider profiles, see who is accepting new patients, and book directly.
Therapy in Aurora can be expensive out of pocket, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and many patients pay as low as $0 per session. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who fits your needs and your budget.
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