- Chicago -

Astute Counseling & Wellness Services
Rebecca E. Tenzer, MAT, MA, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS, CCATP (Neuroscience), CCFP, CIMPH


Specializing in in Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Grief, Trauma, Life Transitions, and Couples Therapy.
We are passionate and dedicated to helping adults live happier, healthier, and more productive lives. Through personalized psychotherapy approaches, we will work together to address your concerns, renew your sense of enjoyment of life, regain control over your life, and develop effective ways to cope with challenges.

Insurance
BlueCross and BlueShield; Out of Network; Call for details.

- Evanston -

Christine Koppe, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist


Specializing in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Trauma and PTSD.
My mission is to collaborate with you to identify, explore and achieve the full potential of your personal wellness goals. I offer counseling for depression and anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma. I bring my extensive and diverse clinical experience to help you heal, empower and overcome distressing life experiences.

Insurance
Out of Network. Call for details.

1740 Ridge Ave, Suite LL15A1, Evanston, IL 60201

If You Are Looking for a Therapist for Depression or Anxiety, the Top 20 by Simply Can Help.

Covid-19 has caused a global crisis. However, there is another crisis sweeping the nation that often goes undiscussed. That crisis is the rise in mental health issues.

Isolation and community shutdown, fear and grief are among the long list of issues causing a spike in people seeking counseling for anxiety and depression. Relationship problems are another crisis as people experience job loss, financial distress, working from home, and home…

- Chicago -

Betty Contorer
Clinical Psychologist


Counseling for Depression and Anxiety, Anger, and Relationship Issues.
For 27 years I have provided custom-tailored therapy for a wide diversity of people. Each person is unique and has specific problems so I do not assume that just one approach will help everyone. Instead I listen carefully to each person and provide step-by-step guidance for maximizing their satisfaction with life.

Insurance
* Blue Cross PPO

1945 West Wilson Ave, Suite 6115, Chicago, IL 60640

- Chicago -

Wendi Lev, LCSW, ACSW, CADC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist


Counseling for Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Problems and Self Esteem.
Life can be demanding, difficult and often does not go as planned, leaving you stuck, without meaning, feeling out of control and behaving in ways which could be self-destructive. Through therapy, I can help you turn fear and self-doubt into empowerment and despair and helplessness into hope.

Insurance
Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Empire, Multiplan, PHCS, Out of Network.

180 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 2406, Chicago, IL 60601

- Chicago -

Aida Pigott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, BCD


Specializing in Grief, Anxiety and Addiction.
I believe, while there is no cure from grief, there is healing. Therefore, an empathic support as we journey into the darkness and unfamiliarity of grief is essential. I invite you into a space where grief does not have an expiration date and where there are as many ways to grieve as there are grievers.

Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, CompPsych, ERS, Magellan, Medicare, Multiplan . . .

3047 North Lincoln Ave., Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60657

- Chicago -

Payal Sud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ICDVP


Specializing in Depression, Anxiety and Domestic Violence.
Through collaboration, we together can create an individualized and comprehensive plan to help you create an identity of your own, integrate positive practices into your daily interactions, and grow to live a happy and healthy life.

Insurance
Aetna, BlueCross / BlueShield, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare, and more...

Payal Sud has offices in multiple locations. Call for details.

The First Therapy Session: Knowing What to Expect

If you’ve never met with a therapist before, you might feel quite in the dark as to what the first appointment would be like. Will it be like meeting with a medical doctor? If not, what’s the etiquette? And when it comes to discussing your issues, where are you supposed to start? Alternatively, if you’ve had a bad therapy experience, you may feel unsure about what to expect from someone new. Here, I share some thoughts on what…

- Chicago -

Dr. Catharine Devlin, PsyD, CEDS
Licensed Clinical Psychologist


I am a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in Eating Disorders, Child and Adolescent Therapy, and Anxiety.
I offer individual and couples therapy to adults, utilizing a straightforward, collaborative approach.  If your child is struggling, I can help with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues.

Insurance
Illinois Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO and Out of Network

Offices in the Downtown Chicago loop and South Barrington.

- Chicago -

Dr. David Berkman, PsyD
Michigan Avenue Psychotherapy


Specializing in Relationship Issues, Anxiety, and Depression.
I work with individuals from problematic families including adults who grew up with parents suffering from alcoholism and parents who have mental illness. I have specialized training related to working with individuals experiencing depression and anxiety, and relational difficulties. I also have specialized experience providing services specific to law students and lawyers.

Insurance
In network provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO. We can also bill as an out of network provider.

205 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1660, Chicago, IL 60601

- Chicago -

Dr. Joseph Gerard Potaczek, PsyD
Loops Psychology


Specializing in Depression, Stress, and Anxiety.
Do you find yourself unhappy, depressed or anxious? Do you feel that no matter what you have tried, nothing changes? I help clients in positively addressing unhelpful patterns and life obstacles. People are able to make positive changes in their lives.

Insurance
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Medicare, and Out of Network.

77 W. Washington St, Suite 2110, Chicago, IL 60602

- Chicago -

Paul Wiemerslage, LCSW
Individual & Relationship Psychotherapy


I Specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues.
Psychotherapy is about trust and human connection; a process where barriers to personal growth and change are identified and challenged. It is a space for expressing yourself without judgment. In my practice, I strive to create a safe, warm, and supportive atmosphere for processing and exploration where my clients feel heard, understood, validated and empowered to make change.

- Chicago -

Dr. Jonathan Smith, PsyD.
Andersonville Psychology


Specializing in Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma.
Andersonville Psychology was founded by Dr. Jonathan Smith with the goals of providing psychological assessment and psychotherapy that is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and affirmative of LGBTQ+ identities. We offer therapy for depression, counseling for relationship issues, identity exploration and development, and more.

5412 N. Clark St., Suite 220, Chicago, IL 60640