Find a therapist in Evanston, IL — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Evanston, IL accepting new patients
Evanston residents can connect with empowering, solution-oriented providers through Headway for anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Choose from thousands of providers across nearby neighborhoods, with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage to support your mental wellness journey.
I have been practicing in the field of mental health for twelve years after receiving a Master of Social Work from University of Saint Francis. My hope is to help you navigate through the various stressors that are bringing you into therapy, in a warm, safe, confidential space. I want to help you understand what is maintaining your negative feelings and behaviors and find ways to work through them in a way that allows you to live your life to the fullest.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience. I am passionate about helping others overcome the anxiety, depression, and trauma that impact their lives. I've worked in education, government, and hospital settings, and I am a former U.S. Marine. I bring depth, knowledge and experience to each session and use them to help promote and support healing for my clients.
Dr. Rubabetu Abimbola Akinola
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Naperville, IL
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience, working with adults and couples in individual therapy. I draw from Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to support clients facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, grief and loss, self injury, spirituality, substance use, and trauma or PTSD.
Great to meet you. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I work to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach is warm, holistic, and open-minded, and I believe care works best when it is personalized to your needs, goals, and day-to-day reality.
I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, sleep concerns, OCD, panic, eating concerns, and anger or impulse-related challenges. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for things to feel more manageable, my goal is to help you better understand what is going on and build a path forward that feels both realistic and empowering.
Ola Omoniyi became an Illinois Certified Nurse Practitioner in 2021. She received her undergraduate degree at Valparaiso University in Indiana and her master’s degree from the University of St. Francis in Joliet. She completed her clinical rotation in mental health at Will County Behavioral Health in Joliet. Ola worked at Rush University Medical Centre for 5 years in the behavioral health unit as a Registered Nurse and 5years at other behavioral health hospitals in Chicago.
I am an LCSW, and have been since 2014, and a LMSW for 2 years prior to that. I have a masters degree in Clinical Social work and work with individuals, couples and families. I work with those with anxiety, depression, communication issues, and most issues that we are going through currently.
Hi! I am Reanna. I work with adults, families, couples and children navigating anxiety disorders, AD/HD, relationship stress, and life transitions. I specialize in anxiety disorders and families with children. I create a fun, calm environment that is suited to encourage exploration and learning. My approach is warm, yet challenging at times. Book an intake session today!
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Evanston, IL
- 97%Anxiety
- 90%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 83%Relationship issues
- 83%Trauma
- 97%Aetna
- 84%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 81%Cigna
- 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 66%Ascension
- 96%English
- 12%Spanish
- 2%Polish
- 1%Arabic
- 1%Cantonese
- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only
- 68%Woman
- 31%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 10%Clinical Psychologist
- 4%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 100%Individual therapy
- 27%Family therapy
- 23%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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 Mental Health Therapist in Evanston, IL
Searching for therapists in Evanston starts with knowing what kind of support you want. People look for therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and stress. As you compare Evanston therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties, training, and approach match your needs. A therapist’s profile can help you understand whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or other methods that fit what you want to work on.
Evanston has a smaller local therapist market than nearby Chicago, so virtual therapy can help expand your options while keeping care accessible from home. You may prefer an office near downtown Evanston, Northwestern, or transit, or you may want virtual appointments that fit your schedule. Beyond specialty, compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can also show how a therapist describes their style, session structure, and experience with concerns like yours.
Therapy in Evanston can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists in Evanston who take insurance, view estimated costs after entering your plan details, and book directly when you’re ready. You can browse therapist profiles, compare fit, and choose someone who matches your needs, schedule, and coverage.
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