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Top therapists in Skokie, IL accepting new patients

Skokie residents can access therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 2,419 providers. Whether you're in Niles, Lincolnwood, or other local areas, find providers with availability within two weeks. Insurance coverage accepted, with average savings of 75% on sessions.

Ali Vernasco

Ali Vernasco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I have over 11 years experience in the field of Social Work, with a passion for helping my clients work through difficult life transitions, trauma, gender, and grief.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrew Clavijo

Andrew Clavijo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My goal is for you to leave each session with a clear direction and a plan that feels realistic and grounded.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristen Svatos

Kristen Svatos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Des Plaines, IL


“I like to take a humanistic, client centered approach to therapy utilizing client strengths to create a collaborative, safe environment to process trauma and experiences...”
ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Andrea Wintroub

Andrea Wintroub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Northfield, IL


“My desire is to reduce the emotional pain that comes from experiencing trauma or traumatic brain injury, and so allow the freedom to view life with greater peace, trust, and clarity.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cynthia Cruz

Cynthia Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I attempt provide a space that is safe in order to help clients feel at ease to discuss their story...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Temkin

David Temkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Therapy is not about judgment or "fixing" you. We begin by recognizing your strengths and building from what is already working.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sam Rustum

Sam Rustum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I will give you practical strategies that will help you manage your stress and feel more in control of your thoughts and emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Koch

Stacy Koch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Northbrook, IL


“Creating a safe and validating space is fundamental to my practice. I deeply value collaboration and strength-building...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sara Speier

Sara Speier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and major life transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Howard

Lauren Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Northbrook, IL


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I take a grounded, practical approach—helping clients learn to ride life's waves instead of fighting against them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bridget Montgomery

Bridget Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I'm a licensed psychotherapist and certified Somatic Activated Healing coach who believes that lasting healing happens when we work with both the mind and the body.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Benjamin Foster

Dr. Benjamin Foster

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe in the transformative nature of a relationship with a professional who knows you, knows what you want for yourself, and can help you get it in the way that will work for you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ellysia Price

Ellysia Price

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am a neurodivergent and queer therapist and social worker, and am passionate about using connection and authenticity to promote healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Anna Martinez-Snyder

Dr. Anna Martinez-Snyder

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Chicago, IL


Many people seek therapy when anxiety, stress, or overwhelming thoughts begin to interfere with daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. I work with clients who feel stuck in cycles of worry, overthinking, avoidance, or self-doubt, and I help them build practical tools to feel more grounded and in control.

I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety and stress-related concerns, including panic symptoms, intrusive thoughts, and repetitive worry patterns. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and focused on improving daily functioning — not just reducing symptoms.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Colledge

Jonathan Colledge

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Northbrook, IL


“Through his warm and empathetic approach, he works collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My approach is promotes the mind-body connection, empowering my clients to live an embodied and fulfilled life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tobiloba Adewolu

Tobiloba Adewolu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Evanston, IL


“I provide compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring evidence-based treatments to each individual's unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Connor

Amanda Connor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I believe in a person-centered approach. Together, we can explore life's obstacles without judgment, learn new ways to balance the inner self and create a more harmonious relationship with the world around us.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kellee Watkins

Kellee Watkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Oak Park, IL


Hi, I’m Kellee, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Career Services Provider. I know how overwhelming life transitions and career decisions can feel—especially if you’re trying to manage everything alone. With over 15 years of experience, I’ve supported adults, students, veterans, and professionals as they navigate stress, burnout, and big changes. My practice is a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself and work toward meaningful growth.

Specialties:

  • Life transitions
  • Career changes and work stress
  • Burnout prevention
  • Confidence and self-esteem
  • Anxiety and stress management
  • Culturally responsive care
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bridget Dietz

Bridget Dietz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the most important factor in successful therapy is the client-therapist relationship, and I utilize a relational approach based on authenticity, humor, and warmth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Karina Breezer

Karina Breezer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Palatine, IL


“Solution-focused, with no unnecessary fluff. I'm not here to have you rehash your whole life story every week — I'm here to help you actually move forward.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cameron Stamm

Cameron Stamm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Chicago, IL


Cameron works to empower clients as they move towards their goals of their healing journeys. She values care, and trust within the therapeutic process to create a safe space for clients to foster growth with intentionality. Cameron's support is backed by ove 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and parents, families.

Cameron specializes in integrating relational, play-based, somatic, narrative, feminist, and values based work. She is committed to inclusive, culturally responsive care and her collaborative approach centers mutuality, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mallory Cybulski

Mallory Cybulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work exclusively with women and the LGBTQIA+ community. While I may specialize in men's issues when it comes to my personal life, it is not an area of my clinical expertise.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Michalski

Stephanie Michalski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe in building a strong therapeutic rapport to create a safe, trusting environment for your unique healing journey.”
Anxiety, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Victoria Perisee-Johns

Victoria Perisee-Johns

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I am a nontraditional therapist. I don't just sit back and listen to you talk. I challenge your heart and soul to help you achieve your personal goals.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Mascenic

Jessica Mascenic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Mount Prospect, IL


“Most of my work centers around mindfulness awareness and practices in addition to utilizing art as therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Beerman

Christopher Beerman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I focus on my client's strengths and core values to collaborate with them to find healing and solutions for their therapeutic needs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jean Odwazny

Jean Odwazny

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Highland Park, IL


“My style is warm, collaborative, and direct. I aim to create a space where clients feel safe enough to be honest about what is and isn't working in their lives, while also being challenged to move toward what matters most to them.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Elizabeth Selph

Elizabeth Selph

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Chicago, IL


“We focus on your lived experience. We go beyond talking about problems. We notice how old patterns show up in your life now.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. William Jones

Dr. William Jones

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Depth psychology emphasizes the importance of exploring both the conscious and unconscious aspects of the mind.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sylvia Sztark

Dr. Sylvia Sztark

Therapist

In-person • 4.9 mi away • Park Ridge, IL


“My goal is to help individuals develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and lasting emotional well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian Flores

Dr. Brian Flores

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 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
Dr. Eddie Taylor

Dr. Eddie Taylor

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My theoretical and philosophical perspective is to work with the unconscious, using EMDR and Jungian/analytical psychology, helping the patient to live their best life.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amira Farrag

Dr. Amira Farrag

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I view therapy as a collaborative experience grounded in curiosity and authenticity. I tend to be a direct therapist.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Barney Straus

Barney Straus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in helping people recover from additions and compulsive behaviors, such as online porn use and gambling.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nyela Fisher-MALONE

Nyela Fisher-MALONE

Therapist

In-person • 12 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Strength-based treatment works for adults because it empowers them, builds resilience, increases motivation and hope...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I think clients will develop their own voice, intrapersonally and with others; establish a place to emote; discover solutions to problems.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Francois Jolie

Francois Jolie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I help those who have not been successful with therapy in the past... those who have experienced trauma, those who self-medicate their trauma...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hattie Stein

Hattie Stein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in therapy for men and enjoy helping my go-getter clients dig deeper and create more balance in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Davison

Dr. Michael Davison

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Arlington Heights, IL


“My role is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what's happening, and build practical paths toward greater stability and clarity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Skokie, IL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Skokie, IL
There are over 124 therapists in Skokie, IL accepting new patients.
124+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 84%Relationship issues
  • 79%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 82%Cigna
  • 81%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 69%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 2%Polish
  • 1%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 32%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 27%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 20%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 an Anxiety Therapist in Skokie

Searching for therapists in Skokie starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists can help with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose training, listed specialties, and approach match what you want to focus on. A bio that mentions cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or work with specific life stages can help you understand whether their style fits your needs.

Skokie has local therapy options, and availability may vary by schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual appointments can also expand your options across Illinois, which may help if you want a specific therapy approach or need appointment times outside a fixed office schedule. Before booking, review whether a therapist is accepting new clients, offers in-person or virtual sessions, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles closely can also show how a therapist communicates, what session structure may look like, and what kinds of concerns they often support.

Therapy in Skokie can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and get a clearer estimate before your first appointment. Headway helps you compare therapists who are accepting new clients, enter your insurance details, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. From there, you can browse profiles, check availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

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