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Your child deserves more than a generic therapist. Emora Health connects kids, teens, and young adults with licensed therapists who specialize in their exact age group and understand their unique challenges – all through convenient online therapy from the comfort of home.
Anxiety keeping them up at night? ADHD making school a struggle? Life transitions feeling overwhelming? Our Evanston-area therapistsdon't just listen – they create personalized plans that actually work. And here's the best part: book within 48 hours. No endless waitlists. No frustrating phone tag.
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57 verified therapists in Illinois available for you.
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Danielle Crowder
LSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Play Therapy
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who graduated from The Ohio State University. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based. In therapy, I partner with clients to better understand patterns, develop effective coping skills, and build insight that supports meaningful change. I tailor my work to each client’s unique experiences, goals, and values, drawing from evidence-based practices. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable showing up as you are. Together, we’ll work toward growth, balance, and greater emotional well-being.
No availability
No availability

Myisha Jones
LMSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Myisha is a Licensed Social Worker who creates an authentic, safe space for healing and self-expression. With 10 years of experience, she supports youth, teens, adults, and creatives—including artists, performers, and content creators—through depression, anxiety, and trauma. Her person-centered, warm style blends CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and expressive practices to help clients grow with clarity and confidence.
No availability
No availability

Rachel Benson
LCPC
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Play Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Rachel is passionate about guiding children and adolescents through life’s bumps. With a master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Missouri Baptist University, she creates a safe, nonjudgmental space to build coping skills, resilience, and confidence using evidence-based strategies.
No availability
No availability

Jessica Vitale
LCSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
I am a compassionate mental health counselor who graduated from Indiana University. I am all about supporting children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate life’s challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, domestic violence, abuse, anger management, PTSD, and self-esteem concerns. My approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, ensuring that each client feels heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and build a stronger sense of self-worth. My goal is to help clients uncover their strengths, gain clarity, and create a path toward personal growth and resilience.
No availability
No availability

Medina Ruci
LCPC
Virtual session
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Psychodynamic
Medina is a warm, nonjudgmental therapist who brings empathy, authenticity, and a touch of humor to every session. She works with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, self-injury, relationship struggles, and family conflict. Grounded in CBT but flexible in approach, she creates a safe space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to reconnect with their values and move toward the life they want.
No availability
No availability

Abia Hashmi
LCPC
Virtual session
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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.
No availability
No availability

Sarah O'Connor
LCPC
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Family Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Sarah, MA in Community Counseling, brings 10+ years helping youth, families, and communities navigate mental health challenges. As a supervisor, she leads with compassion, drives positive outcomes, and champions systemic change all while valuing balance and self-care.
No availability
No availability
Catherine Corbin
LCPC
Virtual session
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Catherine helps clients move from simply surviving to truly thriving. With 13 years of experience across inpatient care, rehab, nursing homes, and community mental health, she brings deep intuition and empathy to her work with adults, children, couples, and families. She integrates spirituality, attachment-focused therapy, and talk therapy to create a healing space where clients can access their inner wisdom and rebuild their sense of hope.
No availability
No availability

Jaime Doss
LCPC
Virtual session
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
It was really good to be able to have both parents available but also able to step away at the appropriate times. I feel that each person was able to voice concerns and hopes for the future.
3 months ago
No availability
No availability

Sabra Maurice
LCPC
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Art Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Play Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Sabra helps clients heal with a holistic approach that honors mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Trained at Bradley University and experienced with all ages, she specializes in trauma and is certified in EMDR. Her work is rooted in a developmental, humanistic style that meets clients where they are. She offers a safe, open, and nonjudgmental space where healing and growth can truly begin.
No availability
No availability

Marie Arlene Bialza
LCSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Art Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Play Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Psychodynamic
Marie is very nice and easy to talk to.
7 months ago
No availability
No availability

Dr. Claire Arene-Ikedi
LCSW, PsyD
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Psychodynamic
Claire brings decades of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and seniors through anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. A licensed Clinical Social Worker and doctor of Clinical and Forensic Psychology, she blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Christian faith-based principles for clients seeking a spiritual approach. Her calm, steady presence helps clients feel safe and understood.
No availability
No availability

Nelda Hunt
LSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Family Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Nelda; a compassionate behavioral and mental health therapist, committed to supporting youth, adolescents, and adults through life challenges, anxiety, depression, and various other adverse childhood experiences. Nelda has helped clients to restore hope while improving resilence through various behavioral health interventions and evidence-based treatment planning. Nelda's guidance is rooted in empathy, empowerment, and compassionated understanding for all clients; as she strives to properly educate, support and proactively encourage her clients to trust the therapeutic process.
No availability
No availability

Alicia Severins
LCPC
Virtual session
Child Therapist 10-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
We are so grateful to have found Alicia. From the very first appointment, she made both our child and our family feel comfortable and supported. She takes the time to truly listen not only to us as parents, but also to our child’s thoughts and feelings. Her calm, compassionate approach has helped our child open up in ways we hadn’t seen before.
6 months ago
No availability
No availability

Kathleen Meyers
LCSW
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Sabastian felt that this was one of his best sessions. He said that he needed to be reminded of things and that he found it very helpful that his parents talked to his therapist beforehand.
4 months ago
No availability
No availability

Dr. Nacona Bunker
PsyD
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)
Dr Bunker was very helpful, organized, and compassionate. We very much appreciate the meeting with her and the questions she asked. I feel hopeful that we can finally get an answer and the tools we need so we know how to help our daughter.
5 days ago
No availability
No availability

Dr. Liz Nitsch
PsyD
Virtual session
Child Therapist 5-12
Teen Therapist 13-17
Adult Therapist 18-24
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy
We love Dr Liz. She has been amazing with my 15yr old son- he has clicked with her fantastically. The 1st therapist he respects in the last 6 therapists we have tried in other practices. She is down to earth- no BS- and really gets him thinking about his issues and how to work thru them. She is very kind and compassionate with his needs and he feels her support. Thank you Dr Liz for being a life saver and for your kindness in helping J.
1 day ago
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