Expert Therapists Serving Illinois

Ashley McMurtry

MA, LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor

Ashley McMurtry, LPC, MA, is a compassionate counselor specializing in adult therapy. Using a client-centered, strength-based approach, she helps individuals overcome challenges and reconnect with their best selves.

Jesse Charles

LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor

Jesse Charles, LPC, is a compassionate therapist specializing in empowering young adults to discover their identity and life purpose. Using a strengths-based approach, Jesse helps clients navigate complex life transitions and personal challenges.

Alexa Nutt

LCPC • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Alexa Nutt, LCPC, is a compassionate therapist specializing in depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ issues. She provides tailored counseling for adults, college students, and adolescents, creating a safe space for growth and healing.

Kim Langston

LCSW • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Kim Langston, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist specializing in trauma, mood disorders, and addictions. With a relaxed, strength-based approach, she helps adults navigate life transitions and empowers clients to heal and grow.

Lisa Busch

Ph.D., MSCP • Prescribing Psychologist

Dr. Lisa Busch, founder of Modify Counseling, combines expertise in women's issues, mood disorders, and psychopharmacology to offer personalized, comprehensive mental health care. Her unique approach integrates psychotherapy with in-depth medication knowledge.

Keri Powell

Keri Powell, a certified guided imagery therapist, specializes in empowering women through mental health treatment. With expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma, and more, she offers a unique blend of traditional and innovative therapies, creating a safe space for self-discovery and healing.

Chrishane Cunningham

MA, LCPC, NCC • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Chrishane N. Cunningham, MA, LCPC, NCC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in diverse mental health needs, with a focus on youth and Black mental wellness. Her holistic, culturally-sensitive approach supports individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan.

Haley Richards

MA, LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor

Haley Richards, MA, LPC specializes in substance abuse, codependency, and family relationships. A Gottman Level 1 Certified therapist, she creates a supportive yet challenging environment for clients to foster positive change and develop healthy coping skills.

Richard Madison

LCSW • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Richard Madison, LCSW, is a versatile therapist specializing in adult mental health at the Joliet Center for Clinical Research. He expertly addresses a wide range of issues including mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse, while also offering faith-based counseling as a Christian therapist.

Kurt Stevens

Psy.D. • Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Kurt Stevens, a warm and relational Clinical Psychologist, offers a unique blend of psychodynamic insight and collaborative care. Specializing in helping students, young adults, and professionals navigate life's complexities, Dr. Stevens creates a safe space for personal growth and healing through individual and group therapy.

Stephanie Dykema

Ph.D., SEP • Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Stephanie Dykema, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, combines relational-cultural therapy with body-oriented trauma processing. As Director of Clinical Training, she expertly guides clients and clinicians-in-training through healing journeys that address both psychological and physiological aspects of well-being.

Faith Jackson

Counseling-Intern

Ms. Faith Jackson, a counseling intern pursuing her Master's in Mental Health Counseling, specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy. She offers innovative, accessible mental health support through individual sessions and interactive group workshops.

Wendi Lev

LCSW, ACSW, CADC • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Wendi Lev, LCSW, ACSW, CADC, is a Chicago-based therapist with over 20 years of experience specializing in substance abuse, divorce mediation, and sex therapy. She offers tailored, evidence-based treatment for a wide range of issues.

Adam Brown

M.D. • Psychiatrist

Dr. Adam Brown, a board-certified psychiatrist, combines his Midwestern roots with extensive training from the University of Missouri and Loyola University to provide compassionate, cutting-edge psychiatric care for adults 18 and older.

Michelle Matzke

MA, LCPC • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Michelle Matzke, MA, LCPC, is a compassionate therapist certified in grief counseling, offering diverse therapeutic modalities including play, art, and music therapy. With expertise in trauma-informed care for all ages, she provides a safe, non-judgmental environment for personal growth and healing.

Samar Barlota

LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor

Samar Barlota, LPC, is an EMDR Trained Therapist specializing in trauma-focused work. With masters in Counseling and Homeopathic Medicine, she offers a unique East-West approach to therapy, addressing mental and physical well-being holistically.

Leigh Bancsy

LCPC • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Leigh Bancsy, LCPC, is a versatile therapist with expertise in treating diverse mental health issues across all age groups. Her extensive experience includes autism, ADHD, mood disorders, and family therapy.

Carolyn Stypka

LCSW, CYT • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Carolyn Stypka, LCSW, CYT, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Yoga Teacher who blends traditional therapy with movement and creative arts. With 12 years of experience, she offers a unique, holistic approach to mental health care for diverse populations.

Amanda Grzeslo

LMHCA • Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate

Amanda Grzeslo, a compassionate Counseling Associate, specializes in individual therapy for young adults to seniors. With expertise in co-occurring disorders, life changes, mood disorders, and trauma, Amanda uses an integrative approach to foster growth and empowerment in her clients.

Heather Frank

Psy.D., CGP • Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Heather Frank, founder of Chicago Counseling Collective, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Group Psychotherapist in Illinois. She offers insight-oriented, collaborative therapy tailored to each client's needs, specializing in student mental health, women's issues, and group therapy.