Mental Health Therapy in Illinois

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Dr. Ola Fapohunda

Dr. Ola Fapohunda

Naperville, Illinois - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Online
In Person

Ola Fapohunda is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Ola is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Ambetter, and Anthem. They accept Bank transfer, American Express, and Check, and may offer sliding scale payment options to help with the cost of treatment. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Advanced Behavioral Centers of Dupage

Hinsdale, Illinois - Treatment Center
Online
In Person

Advanced Behavioral Centers of Dupage is a treatment center, offering both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for children (0 - 10), teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Advanced Behavioral Centers of Dupage has experience working with Gay People, Lesbians, Racial Justice Advocates, and Transgender People. Sessions are available in Spanish. Advanced Behavioral Centers of Dupage is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, and BlueCross BlueShield. They accept American Express, Cash, and Check, and may offer sliding scale payment options to help with the cost of treatment. Get in touch to see how their services can fit your goals and schedule.

Cheryl Upchurch

Cary, Illinois - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Online

Cheryl Upchurch is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and founder of Ci Psych, PLLC serving clients throughout Illinois with offices in St. Charles and Elgin. She specializes in addiction psychiatry and medication management offering comprehensive psychiatric consultations for substance use concerns, dual diagnosis and a wide range of mental health conditions using a holistic, harm reduction approach. Her practice integrates genetic testing and thorough screening assessments to personalize medication selection and treatment planning. What psychiatric care is provided? She offers outpatient psychiatric consultations with a strong focus on addiction medicine including treatment for alcoholism, opiate dependence, stimulant and cannabis use, benzodiazepine concerns and behavioral addictions like gambling or pornography. Her approach blends medication management with evidence based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and mindfulness based therapy, trauma focused care and logotherapy to help clients find meaning and purpose in recovery. Who can get help here? Cheryl Upchurch works with individuals and families across the lifespan, from children and teens through adults and seniors. Her practice welcomes clients from all backgrounds and provides affirming, faith sensitive care for Christian clients and specialized gender support services including hormone replacement therapy for transgender individuals. Where are sessions held? Ci Psych offers both in person appointments at offices in St. Charles and Elgin, Illinois and secure virtual sessions for clients throughout the state. Online sessions provide flexible access for those who prefer telehealth or live outside the immediate office areas. Does the practice accept insurance? Yes, Cheryl Upchurch accepts a wide range of insurance plans including Aetna, Anthem and BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna and Humana, Medicaid and Medicare, Optum and TRICARE, UnitedHealthcare and many others. Individual sessions are $275 and a sliding scale is available for clients with financial need.

Katie Edwards Humpal

Katie Edwards Humpal

Chicago, Illinois - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Online

Katie Edwards Humpal is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing online sessions. Katie is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Heather Irelan

Westville, Illinois - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Online

Heather Irelan is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing online sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Heather is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Cigna. They accept Cash, HSA, and Visa, and may offer sliding scale payment options to help with the cost of treatment. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

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Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics

Chicago, Illinois - Treatment Center
Online
In Person

Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics is a treatment center, offering both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for children (0 - 10), teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics has experience working with Bisexual People, Gay People, Intersex People, Lesbians, Nonbinary People, Queer People, Racial Justice Advocates, and Transgender People. Sessions are available in Italian and Spanish. Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Optum. They accept American Express, Cash, and Check. Get in touch to see how their services can fit your goals and schedule.

The Wellness Loft

Effingham, Illinois - Treatment Center
Online
In Person

The Wellness Loft is a treatment center, offering both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for children (0 - 10), teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). The Wellness Loft is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, and BlueCross BlueShield. They accept Cash, Check, and HSA. Get in touch to see how their services can fit your goals and schedule.

The Juniper Center

Chicago, Illinois - Treatment Center
In Person

The Juniper Center is a treatment center, offering in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+). The Juniper Center has experience working with Bisexual People, Gay People, People with Immunological Disorders, Intersex People, Lesbians, Nonbinary People, Queer People, Racial Justice Advocates, and Transgender People. The Juniper Center is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Cigna. They accept American Express, Discover, and HSA. Get in touch to see how their services can fit your goals and schedule.

Ecker Center for Behavioral Health

Elgin, Illinois - Treatment Center
Online
In Person

Ecker Center for Behavioral Health is a treatment center, offering both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for teen & preteen (11 - 18), adults (18+), and seniors (65+). Ecker Center for Behavioral Health has experience working with Bisexual People, Gay People, People Living with HIV/AIDS, Lesbians, and Transgender People. Ecker Center for Behavioral Health is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Humana. They accept Cash, Check, and Discover, and may offer sliding scale payment options to help with the cost of treatment. Get in touch to see how their services can fit your goals and schedule.

April Guilliams

April Guilliams

Chicago, Illinois - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Online
In Person

April Guilliams is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing both online and in-person sessions. Services include therapy for adults (18+). April is in-network with insurance providers including Aetna, Behavioral Health Systems, and BlueCross BlueShield. Get in touch to see how therapy can fit your goals and schedule.

Mental Health in Illinois

Among the 50 states, Illinois is doing quite well in terms of mental health. The Mental Health Movement has taken the tenth spot in terms of accessibility and affordability. While the state isn’t perfect, approximately 65% of adults who needed mental health care were able to attain services, and only 3.21% of adults in the state lived with severe mental health conditions.

Despite the positive news, Illinois can still improve. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, nearly 40% of Illinoian adults experienced anxiety or depression. Over 480,000 adults still have difficulty trying to find care, and costs are the number one reason why Illinoians don’t seek assistance.

Over 480,000

Illinois adults have difficulty finding mental health care

10th

Illinois ranks #10 in mental health care

Nearly 40%

Of Illinois adults have experienced anxiety or depression

As of 2025, the state legislature is seeking to overhaul the insurance provider system to make access and payments more equitable. Doing so can make programs more accessible, especially for underinsured clients and young people.

Free Mental Health Resources in Illinois

IDHS Crisis/Emergency: Mental Health Partners/Providers offers an easily searchable directory of crisis hotlines and emergency services across the state. Recently expanded under the SAMHSA Crisis Services Initiative, the program connects Illinoians in need of crisis care to services within their town, city, and county.. Cities throughout the state offer around the clock crisis hotlines as well as online services to support youth and adults in need.
Illinois Warm Line is a telephone support service for individuals or their loved ones experiencing mental health or substance use challenges. Their support specialists are available Monday through Friday and provide peer support and mentoring.
Safe 2 Help Illinois is a state-wide program for students needing a safe and confidential way to reach out during a crisis. The program enables youth to safely share information that could prevent suicides, bullying, school violence or other threats to school safety. Their 24/7 program can be accessed via a free app, text/phone and online at their website.
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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Illinois serves state residents by providing information and education on mental health. They’re also dedicated to improving the lives of people with mental health disorders and their loved ones through advocacy, support and access to resources.
Brave Space Alliance is an LGBTQ+ focused center on the South side of Chicago. Their culturally competent services include behavioral health, HIV/STD testing and counseling, temporary residential support, a community pantry and a dignity suite that promotes inclusivity and support for people on the entire spectrum of gender expression. Though all clients are welcome, they're an organization especially focused on serving Black and trans persons.
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C4 Chicago is an organization that provides evidence-based and trauma-informed mental health services for residents of Chicago and surrounding areas. This includes crisis services, mental health counseling and support, medical services including integrated care partnerships, substance use and recovery services and health education for people of all ages.
The Center on Halsted provides support and services for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Their programs range from behavioral health to HIV/STI resources and care coordination. For youth, they offer social, recreational, cultural and educational programs that support community and promote identity affirmation. They accept Medicaid and grant funding and offer services on a sliding scale.
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Seniors
The Road Home Program, in partnership with Rush Health System in the Chicago area, assists active service members, veterans and their families, including reservists and members of the National Guard. Their services are designed for persons experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder, military sexual trauma and related conditions. They provide individual, group and family counseling including intensive outpatient programs, family therapy, and wellness and support groups. Services are offered at no cost and irrespective of discharge status.
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Men Women Veterans Disability First Responders Depression ADHD PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
The Chicago Department of Public Health provides a free directory of mental and behavioral health care providers across Chicago.. The Department of Public Health provides support for Chicagoans who are experiencing emotional or psychological distress. Their mental health centers, located throughout metro Chicago, offer psychosocial rehabilitation, medication management services and child and adolescent programs, including specialized support for trauma survivors.
The Aurora Vet Center offers free mental health care in a nonmedical setting for active service members, veterans and their families experiencing PTSD, depression, military sexual trauma and readjustment difficulties. Their counseling services include individual, group and family therapy as well as referral services for those with substance use disorder.
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Men Women Veterans Disability Depression ADHD PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
Lovell Federal VA Healthcare provides comprehensive mental health care for veterans and their families. Their outpatient mental health care includes substance use disorder treatment and services for individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression and other common mental health conditions.
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Men Women Veterans Disability Depression ADHD PTSD Anxiety Grief Substance Abuse
The Service Provider Identification and Exploration Resource (SPIDER) is a free online program that helps residents of Illinois identify local social services. This includes help with housing, food, education, employment, caregiving, mental health services and addiction recovery support. Searches can be customized by various criteria, including service type, distance, and client population.
The Illinois Behavioral Health Workforce Center (BHWC) maintains a robust online clearinghouse of resources for persons seeking mental and behavioral health services in Illinois. This online resource also provides specialized information for mental health care providers, including job match services and peer support specialist training programs.
The University of Illinois offers mental health and self-care resources for students and employees in need. This includes access to crisis services, online apps and tools to improve mental health, access to employee assistance programs and other programs that promote overall wellness. They also provide information on mental health services and insurance benefits for mental health care.
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Teens & Students BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women
The Champaign Urbana Public Health District offers information and resources that assist community members in locating and accessing mental health services for young adults. They have seven counseling centers that help young people experiencing mental health difficulties as well as a 24 hour crisis line for those in immediate need. They accept Medicaid and offer financial assistance and sliding scale payment options.
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