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Top therapists in Joliet, IL accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Joliet across neighborhoods like Downtown, West Side, and Essington. Headway connects you with 2,415 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Many clients save up to 75% on care through insurance coverage, with some paying as little as $0 per session.

Sharina Porter

Sharina Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Palos Heights, IL


“No single approach works for everyone, so I believe in tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kijuana Boulrece

Kijuana Boulrece

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Joliet, IL


“Clients can expect to gain self-insight and make meaningful changes with belief systems and actions to positively impact their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michele Filecia-Treptow

Michele Filecia-Treptow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 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.

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

Mike Treptow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Catherine Stull

Catherine Stull

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


“I work to facilitate the individual's coping strategies and problem solving by offering options, training, and education.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Myriah Vargo

Myriah Vargo

Psychologist

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


“My treatment style matches your personality and symptoms, with my quick sense of humor and proven techniques that will maximize effectiveness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Holly Pivonka

Holly Pivonka

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Braidwood, IL


“My approach is casual, collaborative, and client-centered—I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood, even when it's hard to put feelings into words.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bayo Agbolade

Bayo Agbolade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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
Dr. Clifton Burns Jr,

Dr. Clifton Burns Jr,

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Lisle, IL


“My goal is to empower each client to create their narrative as we address behaviors, trauma, or behavioral health symptoms that hinder personal, professional, and educational success.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 16 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jennifer Cleveland

Jennifer Cleveland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“My approach blends mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, Internal Family Systems and somatic experiencing to help clients explore root causes of suffering...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ryan Higgins

Ryan Higgins

Therapist

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


“I am not a therapist that "just listens". I believe therapy is more beneficial if I am engaged and openly communicate my assessment of your situation.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Zoeniche Carpenter

Zoeniche Carpenter

Therapist

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


“With years of working in various settings such as community outreach programs, domestic violence shelters, and health department programs, I engage in treatment with a trauma-focused and person-centered lens.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fanisha Calvert

Fanisha Calvert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Gianatasio

Nicole Gianatasio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


“My style is real, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be honest — even about the messy parts.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Tammi Walker

Tammi Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Wheaton, IL


“I work with my clients by using a warm and authentic approach. I like to focus on empowering my clients and tapping into their strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Crystal Williams

Crystal Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I'm a master's degreed licensed clinical professional provider with 25 + years of experience and training.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie Pate

Dr. Julie Pate

Therapist

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


“I am both a licensed clinical professional counselor and a certified yoga therapist, and I offer a holistic approach that blends traditional talk therapy with yoga therapy, somatic healing, and positive psychology.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maggie Zofkie

Maggie Zofkie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Douglas Nyenke

Douglas Nyenke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Seeing my clients go from feeling hopeless and disorganized to feeling well rested and ready to tackle their day is what drives me forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gary Spring

Gary Spring

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I've spent over 16 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life changes, and I focus on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and how to start making changes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Taletha Brown

Taletha Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Homewood, IL


“My style is compassionate, supportive, and goal-oriented, helping clients feel heard while working toward lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maureen Tamillow

Maureen Tamillow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I try to match the clients needs when doing the therapeutic process... people grow the best by working in a structure that matches their pace and their best way of learning.”
Anger management, Chronic conditions, OCD, Physical health issues, Substance use / addiction
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hannah Jurkevicius

Hannah Jurkevicius

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Aurora, IL


“My goal is to create a supportive and empowering space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in your life.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Leo Lavender

Dr. Leo Lavender

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Blue Island, IL


“My focus is on creating a positive life perspective by addressing negative responses to mental health functioning.”
Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Amanda Laukant

Amanda Laukant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • La Grange, IL


“I'm a neurospicy human myself which means I understand firsthand that brains don't always work the way they're "supposed" to.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Xochitl Gonzalez

Xochitl Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that healing requires a holistic, grounded approach. My practice is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Hall

Michelle Hall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 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.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tenisha Brewer

Tenisha Brewer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Homewood, IL


“My style is calm, direct, and supportive, creating a space where you can process openly while also gaining tools to move forward with greater stability and confidence.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Lidia Michel

Dr. Lidia Michel

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


I love helping both children and adults to cope better with stress, feel more hopeful about the future, and to process difficult moments from the past. Many of my clients have the goal to start living a life that aligns with their values; getting closer to what really matters to them. I see the goal of therapy as helping a client to live, work, learn, and play more freely. That might mean helping a child be brave enough to speak in front of their classmates or help an adult learn to set boundaries in their relationships.

I'm a lifelong learner who has many specialties, but my primary specialties would include Exposure and Response Prevention (Anxiety and OCD), Cognitive Processing Therapy (PTSD), ACT (Depression), Theraplay (children 0-5), treatments for neurodiverse peoples (ADHD and ASD), and Psychological Testing. I can also offer services in Spanish and English.

I appreciate the bravery it took to search for a therapist, and I hope I get the chance to help you and your family carve the next step forward. You are welcome to message me with questions or to set up a quick consult call to see what it'd be like to work with me. I guarantee I will respond to your inquiry within 2 business days.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Cipriano

Karen Cipriano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


“I strive to build that connection by meeting you where you're at, and supporting you with empathy and understanding.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Gier

Shannon Gier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Caitlin Crissey

Caitlin Crissey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Elmhurst, IL


“I use a number of different therapeutic modalities with clients as I assess the best approach for each individual.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Pearson

Lisa Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Bourbonnais, IL


“It's a priority of mine that each individual I meet with leaves a session feeling heard, respected, and their feelings validated.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynette Hickey

Lynette Hickey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that everyone's life can be enhanced by learning new adaptive coping strategies within therapy.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christopher Scropos

Christopher Scropos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelly Strick

Kelly Strick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 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.

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

Ericka Whitley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I love using a Strengths-Based approach when working with the clients, as I am a firm believer that everyone has something that makes them unique.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Will Smith

Will Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Olympia Fields, IL


“Good therapy is a conversation and exploration of life. The client should feel safe, empowered and look forward to session.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian Flores

Dr. Brian Flores

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I truly believe that with support and understanding, you have the ability and resilience to achieve your goals of wellness and health.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Joliet, IL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Joliet, IL
There are over 45 therapists in Joliet, IL accepting new patients.
45+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 89%Depression
  • 73%Stress management
  • 71%Relationship issues
  • 67%ADD/ADHD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 98%Cigna
  • 98%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 91%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 71%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 4%Yoruba
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 24%Man
License types
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  • 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 16%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Joliet, IL

Searching for therapists in Joliet starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists can help with concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, therapy approach, and experience match your needs. Some profiles may mention approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care, which can help you understand how a therapist structures sessions.

In a smaller city like Joliet, local therapist availability may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and in-person office access. Virtual therapy can expand your options across Illinois while still letting you choose a therapist licensed to support people in your state. As you narrow your search, consider appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading bios before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in a first session.

Therapy in Joliet 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 find therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and offer clear cost estimates before you book. You can review profiles, check availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

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