Teen Therapists in Illinois
47 verified teen therapists in Illinois · Most families pay $0–$35 per session · First session in as little as 48 hours
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Therapy sessions are ideal for addressing various behavioral concerns or goals, such as anxiety, depression, family or social issues, or if you're unsure of the specific issue. You can choose a therapist that fits your specific goals and needs.
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About teen therapists in Illinois
A teenager who agrees to therapy has usually been carrying something for a while. Parents often get here after a stretch of slammed doors, grades sliding, a friendship that fell apart, or one comment at dinner that made the whole house go quiet. Wanting help for your teen does not mean you have failed them, and it does not mean things have to get worse before they can get better.
Teen therapy is not child therapy with older clients. Your teen is the client in the room, and the work depends on them believing that. The clinicians here are clear with families in the first session about what stays between them and your teen and what does not, so nobody has to guess. Most draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT skills, or acceptance and commitment therapy, and many hold a short separate check-in with parents alongside the individual sessions.
Everyone on this page works with adolescents, is licensed in Illinois, and is accepting new clients. Sessions are by video, which matters more at this age than any other. A teenager who will not sit in a waiting room will often talk from their own bedroom.
Teen Therapists in Illinois: common questions
- How much does teen therapy cost in Illinois?
- Emora is in-network with most major commercial plans, and with Medicaid in several states. Once your plan is applied, most families pay between $0 and $35 per session. You can check what your own plan covers before you book at /cost-estimate. There is no membership fee, and matching with a clinician is free.
- What is the difference between a teen therapist and a school counselor?
- A school counselor supports your teen inside the school. That means schedules, accommodations, short check-ins, and crisis response during the school day, usually across a caseload of several hundred students. A teen therapist is an independently licensed mental health clinician who provides ongoing, confidential treatment for anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, and related concerns. They are not competing roles, and many families keep both. The clinicians on this page are licensed therapists, not school staff.
- What ages do teen therapists on this page work with?
- This page lists clinicians who work with adolescents. Individual age ranges vary and are shown on each provider card. Younger siblings are better served by the child therapy page for Illinois. Emora also has clinicians who work with young adults into their mid-twenties, which matters when your teen is heading to college and does not want to start over with someone new.
- How soon can my teen start?
- Only clinicians who are currently accepting new clients appear on this page, and the times on each card come from that clinician’s live calendar. Many families book a first session within about 48 hours. If your teen is in immediate danger, call or text 988 now rather than waiting for an appointment.
- Are teen therapy sessions virtual?
- Yes. Every session is over secure video. Your teen will need a private room and a time that does not collide with practice or a shift, which is why clinicians on this page keep evening and weekend availability. Emora does not operate physical clinics.
17 verified teen therapists in Illinois available for you.
Emora Health accepts <7% of therapists to ensure the highest-quality age-, experience-, and condition-specialized care.
Nelda Hunt
she/herProactively encourage clients to trust the therapeutic process.
I think she will be very helpful with Harper. She was super kind
Robert Lemus
We could hear our 17 year old son talking quite a bit throughout the session which makes us very happy. We couldn't make out what he was saying but we are thrilled that he's able to open up and keep a conversation going for these sessions. Thank you for being so amazing. We are extremely pleased so far.
Summer Mohammad-Rashid
Empowering adolescents and young adults to embark on journeys of self-discovery.
Kieyun Washington
I’ll just say that Seamus had emotionally come full circle in the course of an hour talking with Kieyun. It was unquestionably helpful.
Jillian Kilburn
Helping anxious youth reconnect with themselves
First session with Jillian was great! She seems like she’ll be a great fit for my son! We look forward to work with her
Elizabeth Vanderlaan
she/herStrengths-based therapist for teens with anxiety and depression
Elizabeth made my son comfortable and listened to his concerns. He said he liked talking to her and is looking forward to his next session.
Cynthia Cruz
Samantha Micel
she/herHelping others navigate stress so they can start to feel like themselves again.
Diana Samano
A Safe Space to Be Heard and Supported
I like that she reached out to let me know to pay special attention to alyssa after she was very upset w her friend group for leaving her out
Jaime Doss
"A Safe Space to Be Heard, Understood, and Supported"
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.
Not sure where to start?
Our clinical specialists help families choose the right path, whether that's therapy, medication, or testing. Learn more