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Online Therapy for Kids, Teens & Young Adults in Chicago

Whether it's the pace of downtown or the rhythms of the suburbs, Chicago families deserve care that keeps up. Emora Health connects Chicago families with licensed therapists who specialize in kids, teens, and young adults. Whether it is anxiety, depression, social challenges, or life transitions, your family can start this week. In-network with major insurance plans.

Start this week. 90% families pay less than $30
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30 hours

Average time to your first appointment

90% of families

Pay less than $30 per session with insurance

Browse the best therapists in Chicago, Illinois

46 verified therapists in Illinois available for you.

Emora Health accepts <7% of therapist to ensure the highest quality of age, experience, and condition-specialized care.

Zi'nequa Parker

Zi'nequa Parker

she/her/hers

My passion is to create a space to explore the challenges of diagnoses and life.

LSWVirtual sessionKids, Teens, & Adults 10-30 Child Therapist 10-12 · Teen Therapist 13-17 · Adult Therapist 18-30ACT Acceptance and Commitment TherapyCBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyFamily TherapyPlay TherapyEFT Emotionally Focused TherapyMBT Mindfulness-Based TherapyAngerAnxietyAutismBullyingCoping SkillsDepressionExecutive FunctioningOCDPTSDSelf-EsteemTrauma & Life Events

This is her grandmother, and I really appreciate that her therapist discussed some options with me. The sessions continue to be very helpful.

Parent of a 16 year-old · 3 months ago
Next available: Jul 29
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Michelle Willman

Michelle Willman

Helping people navigate life with clinical excellence, guidance, and empathy

LCPCVirtual sessionKids, Teens, & Adults 5+ Child Therapist 5-12 · Teen Therapist 13-17 · Adult Therapist 18+ACT Acceptance and Commitment TherapyArt TherapyCBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyFamily TherapyPlay TherapyTF-CBT Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral TherapyADHDAngerAnxietyCoping SkillsDepressionFearsLife TransitionsPain Management

I am a compassionate, structured, and non-judgemental therapist with years of clinical expertise. We all have roadblocks along our life path. Together we can work through your struggles and challenges until you can fly solo. I work with clients from 5 - 105. You are not alone, we can tackle your symptoms and issues and you will start to feel in control of your life again. I treat depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, self-esteem, women's issues, trauma, loss, selective mutism, grief, and more.

Next available: Jul 28
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Jennifer Murphy

Jennifer Murphy

she/her

Helping young people feel heard, understood, and confident in who they are

LCSWVirtual sessionKids & Teens 5-17 Child Therapist 5-12 · Teen Therapist 13-17CBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyCFT Compassion-Focused TherapyMotivational InterviewingADHDAngerAnxietyAutismBullyingCoping SkillsDepressionLife TransitionsLGBTQIA+

I help children, teens, and families navigate anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and life's transitions in a way that feels supportive, engaging, and personalized. I meet every client where they are, using their strengths, interests, and development to guide our work together. My goal is to help clients feel understood, build confidence, and develop skills they can carry into everyday life.

Next available: Aug 3
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Summer Mohammad-Rashid

Summer Mohammad-Rashid

Empowering adolescents and young adults to embark on journeys of self-discovery.

LSWVirtual sessionTeens & Adults 13-30 Teen Therapist 13-17 · Adult Therapist 18-30CFT Compassion-Focused TherapyFamily TherapyMotivational InterviewingEFT Emotionally Focused TherapyMBT Mindfulness-Based TherapySFBT Solution-Focused Brief TherapyPCIT Parent-Child Interaction TherapyADHDAngerAnxietyCoping SkillsDepressionFaithLife TransitionsPTSDSchool & Social IssuesSelf-EsteemStressTrauma & Life Events

I am a dedicated social worker committed to helping individuals recognize their strengths and resiliency. I strive to provide the tools and resources needed to navigate difficult times and to find positivity in challenging situations. My work focuses deeply on supporting individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, helping them develop coping skills that strengthen their overall resilience. I look forward to building a strong, trusting relationship where individuals feel safe and comfortable

Next available: Jul 29
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Darnise Horne

Darnise Horne

Walking With You Through Healing, Growth, and Self‑Discovery

LSWVirtual sessionAdults 18-55 Adult Therapist 18-55CBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyTF-CBT Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral TherapyEFT Emotionally Focused TherapyMBT Mindfulness-Based TherapyADHDAngerAnxietyBullyingCoping SkillsDepressionLife Transitions

Darnise practices from a multidimensional, trauma‑informed lens, considering each client’s biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. She supports individuals as they heal from trauma, build self‑worth, strengthen communication, and pursue meaningful goals, offering compassionate, practical, and strengths‑based guidance for lasting personal growth.

Next available: Aug 1
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Maliya Smith

Maliya Smith

LPCVirtual sessionKids, Teens, & Adults 5-34 Child Therapist 5-12 · Teen Therapist 13-17 · Adult Therapist 18-34Art TherapyCBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyFamily TherapyPlay TherapyMotivational InterviewingEFT Emotionally Focused TherapyPsychodynamicPsychoanalyticMBT Mindfulness-Based TherapyAngerAnxietyBullyingCoping SkillsDepressionFearsLife TransitionsSocial Media AddictionStress

Maliya does a great job connecting with my daughter and focusing on her needs. She is my daughters second try at a therapist and it was a match right away. She is also great at keeping the parent involved, bringing me in when needed. If I share an event that I think is important to discuss she ensures to incorporate it. And my favorite part is that she is treating her holistically how to protect her nervous system.

Parent of a 11 year-old · 5 months ago
Next available: Aug 5
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Nelda Hunt

Nelda Hunt

she/her

Proactively encourage clients to trust the therapeutic process.

LSWVirtual sessionKids, Teens, & Adults 5-55 Child Therapist 5-12 · Teen Therapist 13-17 · Adult Therapist 18-55CBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyCFT Compassion-Focused TherapyDBT Dialectical Behavior TherapyFamily TherapyMotivational InterviewingPCIT Parent-Child Interaction TherapyAngerAnxietyCoping SkillsDepression

I think she will be very helpful with Harper. She was super kind

Parent of a 7 year-old · 2 months ago
Next available: Aug 3
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Emma Palmer

Emma Palmer

Building Connection, Creating Change

LCSWVirtual sessionKids, Teens, & Adults 10-34 Child Therapist 10-12 · Teen Therapist 13-17 · Adult Therapist 18-34CBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyCFT Compassion-Focused TherapyTF-CBT Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral TherapyPsychodynamicPsychoanalyticMBT Mindfulness-Based TherapyADHDAnxietyDepressionLife TransitionsStress

everything went very well each session was a different challenge new task which were all helpful to make my son make big changes thanks to emma my son has made changes that i struggled to have him make its a process like everything else but she made it all happen she so understanding such a nice person definitely recommend.

Parent of a 12 year-old · 3 months ago
Next available: Aug 6
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Elizabeth Vanderlaan

Elizabeth Vanderlaan

she/her

Strengths-based therapist for teens with anxiety and depression

LCSWVirtual sessionKids, Teens, & Adults 5-34 Child Therapist 5-12 · Teen Therapist 13-17 · Adult Therapist 18-34ACT Acceptance and Commitment TherapyCBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyPlay TherapyTF-CBT Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral TherapyADHDAngerAnxietyBullyingCoping SkillsDepressionFearsLife TransitionsSocial Media AddictionSleepStressLGBTQIA+

Elizabeth is a personable, authentic clinical social worker who leads with humor, connection, and genuine care. Trained at Boston College with a focus on Children, Youth, and Families, she specializes in supporting school-aged children through anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, and self-esteem concerns. Her solution-focused approach empowers clients of all backgrounds to grow, feel understood, and build lasting self-worth.

Next available: Aug 6
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Abia Hashmi

Abia Hashmi

Heling through the chaos.

LCPCVirtual sessionAdults 18-55 Adult Therapist 18-55ACT Acceptance and Commitment TherapyCBT Cognitive Behavioral TherapyAnxietyBullyingCoping SkillsDepressionFearsLife TransitionsStress

Abia is a licensed therapist who helps young adults and adults navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, and self-esteem concerns. With experience supporting both South Asian and non-South Asian clients, she offers culturally sensitive, collaborative care. Her warm, nonjudgmental approach helps clients set meaningful goals, build confidence, and develop practical tools for lasting emotional well-being.

Next available: Jul 30
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