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Top therapists in Elgin, IL accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Elgin across neighborhoods like Downtown, South Elgin, and Laraway. Headway connects you with 2,400 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. With insurance accepted and sessions starting as soon as next day, quality care is within reach.

Alison Pollack

Alison Pollack

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am kind and collaborative and direct. I can be incredibly challenging with a humorous and gentle edge as well as being a comforting soft place to hold the woes of the world for clients to recoup and gather replenished.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Leslie Wenning

Leslie Wenning

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which focuses on balancing acceptance and change while building practical skills for managing emotions, relationships, and stress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Cruz

Michelle Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults of all ages and families. I am bilingual so I offer therapy in english and spanish.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tierra Aikens

Tierra Aikens

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is very important to me, because healing and growth happen best when you feel safe, heard, and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I’m Shelia Ransom Jenkins, MSW, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families through life’s challenges. I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to therapy, creating a safe space where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered.

I hold a Master of Social Work and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice, and my professional background includes work in community mental health, educational settings, and clinical leadership roles. I have experience helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship and family conflict, behavioral concerns, life transitions, and stress related to work, school, and personal growth. I also have specialized training in perinatal mental health, supporting individuals experiencing postpartum depression and related mood disorders.

My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and strengths-based interventions, tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, practical, and rooted in trust.

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, navigating a difficult transition, or seeking deeper self-understanding, my goal is to support you with empathy, clarity, and encouragement as you work toward healing and lasting change.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ember Casey

Ember Casey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Markesha Woods

Markesha Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe people change when they feel genuinely understood and have tools they can actually use — so I aim to be both a steady, nonjudgmental presence and a practical partner in the work.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
EC Kissner

EC Kissner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m E. C. Kissner — and if you’re someone who feels accomplished on the outside but stretched thin on the inside, you’re in the right place. Many of the people I work with are navigating burnout, transitions, stress, uncertainty about next steps, or a sense that life’s moving faster than they can keep up with. You want clarity, balance, and a way to turn insight into real-world change, and you want a space that meets you where you are — respectful of your identity, your experiences, and your goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emily Clapp

Emily Clapp

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize a holistic and person in environment approach. I primarily utilize motivational interviewing as well as solution focused intervention and cognitive behavioral therapy interventions while working with clients.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raziya Webster

Raziya Webster

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi! My name is Raziya. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience. I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work and Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. I am passionate about helping clients reach their full potential in life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rotunda Gorman

Rotunda Gorman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a licensed mental health therapist with 17+ years of experience specializing in substance use disorders, mental health, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring conditions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tomeka Slaughter

Tomeka Slaughter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focus is in developing the total well-being of my clients (mentally, physically, financially, and socially) to enhance their daily lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues, OCD, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karla Crespo

Karla Crespo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in helping clients better understand their relationship with money and how it connects to their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Catherine Strunge

Catherine Strunge

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm relaxed, open-minded, and genuinely nonjudgmental, and I'll create a space where you can just be honest.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kerry White

Kerry White

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nechola Hodge

Nechola Hodge

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is supportive but direct, offering both empathy and honest feedback to help clients move forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Laidlaw

Barbara Laidlaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, IL


“I'm a trauma-informed therapist with 13 years of experience, including 11 years supporting prison and parole populations as they rebuild safety, stability, and self-trust.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marcin Mika

Marcin Mika

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“His goals working with patients includes keeping psychiatric regimens appropriate, simple, and understandable to the patient...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Phillip Davis

Phillip Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Neil Wilson

Neil Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“He brings a commonsense approach to mental health psychiatry. Mr. Wilson uses an evidenced-based model for diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erin Osborn

Erin Osborn

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe caring for your mental and emotional health is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Derron Johnson

Derron Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mustafa Moazam

Mustafa Moazam

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care with careful attention to each patient's concerns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 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...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Meggan MacFarlane

Meggan MacFarlane

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should feel like a real conversation, not a lecture. My style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ron Henson

Ron Henson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


A lot of people who reach out for therapy are used to holding things together on the outside while quietly feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, emotionally exhausted, or stuck underneath it all.

They overthink decisions, carry pressure constantly, struggle to slow their mind down, or notice they keep repeating patterns they already understand but still cannot seem to change.

I’m Ron Henson, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and owner of In Situ Counseling & Coaching. My practice helps adults navigate anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, relationship stress, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, and high-functioning internal pressure through virtual therapy that is collaborative, grounded, and focused on helping things actually make sense in context.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brenda Danielson

Dr. Brenda Danielson

Psychologist

Virtual • Deerfield, IL


“My goal is to help you realize the life you are looking for and to be able to articulate what that is.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Cotton

Rebecca Cotton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m a licensed clinical social worker offering remote therapy for people of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol and substance use, and stress management. My approach is compassionate, empowering, and grounded in meeting you where you are. I honor each client’s story and help them build on their strengths as they move toward healing and lasting change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dawn Sherwood

Dawn Sherwood

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi! I'm Dawn, and I'm excited to meet you. Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, family stress, relationship difficulties, or painful experiences leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn next. You may be trying to balance the needs of everyone around you while struggling to care for yourself. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, stress, panic disorders, anger management concerns, infertility, chronic illness, women's issues, family conflict, and relationship challenges. My background in children and family services and my training in infant and early childhood mental health allow me to support individuals and families through life's many transitions. My goal is to provide a compassionate space where you feel safe, heard, and supported while we work together to better understand your experiences and create meaningful, lasting change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brandy Matthews

Brandy Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is direct, supportive, and solution-oriented. I don't believe in just talking without direction- together, we focus on building practical strategies that help you manage emotions, improve coping, and feel more in control of your...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carol Peppers-Taylor

Carol Peppers-Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a solution focused professional who uses your strengths, and life experience to develop a plan for treatment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Henry Smith

Henry Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe clients are the experts of their own lives...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sherise Nicholas

Sherise Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients understand the patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so they can begin to respond differently and feel more in control.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberley Riley

Kimberley Riley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“As a psychiatric nurse for the past two decades, I've worked with children, teens, adults, and seniors across the lifespan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Physical health issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Vant

Megan Vant

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focus with clients is to build a safe and trusting dynamic in order to explore issues that negatively impact life's experiences.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jeannuel Williams

Jeannuel Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring that same grounded, steady presence into the therapy room — a space where you don't have to hold it all together.”
Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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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 Elgin

Finding the right therapist in Elgin starts with getting clear on what kind of support you need. Whether you're looking for help with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, or a specific area like family therapy or teen counseling, choosing a licensed provider who specializes in your situation can make a meaningful difference. Common license types include LPC, LCSW, LMFT, and psychologist — and if you need medication management, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner may be the right fit.

From there, consider the practical details that matter to you — like whether you prefer virtual or in-person sessions, a provider's location relative to your neighborhood, and their availability. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their style and approach, which helps you decide if they're a good match before your first appointment.

Therapy in Elgin can be expensive without insurance, but affordable options exist when you use your in-network benefits. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who fits both your clinical needs and your budget.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.