Find Relief with Online Therapy in Chicago & Illinois

You want change. You want to feel differently. You want more out of life.

Let’s build a life that feels good to live—together.

✔ Free 15-minute consultation
✔ Insurance accepted
✔ Culturally affirming, inclusive care

We’re so glad you’re here.

You don’t have to know exactly what you need or how to say it—most people don’t. What matters is that you’re ready to start.

You’re in the right place.

We Do Therapy Differently

You’re not “too much” — you’ve just carried more than anyone should have to.

Maybe you hold it together all day but cry in the shower at night.

Maybe you’re the one everyone leans on, even when you’re barely hanging on yourself.

It feels like you've lost yourself. Like your spark is gone.

From the outside, no one sees it. But it’s real.

Here, you don’t have to do this alone. You’re allowed to ask for help. And you’re absolutely worthy of healing.

It takes less than a minute

Quick & Simple: How We Make It Easy

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Find the time that works for you. Book online anytime.

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Insurance Accepted

We accept BCBS PPO, Blue Choice PPO, and Aetna.

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Therapy That Fits You

Not one-size-fits-all—just care that feels right.

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What Our Clients Are Saying

  • “I never thought I’d look forward to therapy, but I do now. Having a space where I feel seen and cared for has made all the difference.”

    — Client, Chicago

  • “Mindful Healing Counseling is such a caring and welcoming place. From the moment you start, you feel accepted and supported. The therapists really listen and make it easy to open up, no matter what you’re going through.”

    —Client, Orland Park

  • “I was so nervous to try therapy again, but after my first session I felt comfortable and like I could just be myself. As a Black woman who overthinks everything, I finally felt seen and supported.”

    —Client, Chicago

  • “I thought I had to hold it all together, but I was drained and snapping at people I love. My therapist is helping me slow down and take care of myself too.”

    —Client, Oak Park

Not Sure If You’re Ready for Therapy?

That’s okay. Just looking for help is a powerful act of self-care.

Download our free guide — it will help you explore what’s weighing on you and whether therapy feels right.

Totally free. No pressure.

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You deserve a space where you don’t have to explain yourself.

At Mindful Healing Counseling, we honor your full humanity—your race, your gender, your culture, and your lived experiences.

Here, you are seen, valued, and fully welcomed—exactly as you are.

Therapy Made for You

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True healing starts the moment you feel safe enough to lay down your armor and be seen for who you really are.

We’ll walk beside you as you heal, grow, and build a life that feels more like your own.

We’re Not Just Therapists—We’re Your Partners in Healing

What We Help With

Meet Your Therapist

  • A Black female therapist offering online therapy services in Illinois, providing support and guidance to women dealing with anxiety, trauma, body image issues, and life changes.

    Summer Stewart, PsyD

    Young Adults and Adults

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  • A Muslim American female therapist offering online therapy in Illinois

    Samreen Ahmed, LSW

    Teens, Young Adults, Adults

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  • A trans therapist offering online therapy in Chicago, providing support and guidance to the LGBTQIA community.

    Therin Slayton, PsyD

    Young Adults and Adult

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  • A Latina therapist offering online therapy in Chicago and Illinois for anxiety, trauma, depression, and life changes.

    Fabiola Felix, MSW

    Teens, Young Adults and Adults

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  • A black female psychologist offering online therapy Chicago and Illinois for anxiety and trauma

    Aretha Steele, PsyD

    Young Adults and Adults

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Not sure who to choose? We’ll help match you.

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FAQs About Online Therapy in Illinois

  • Your first session is a chance to get to know your therapist, share what’s bringing you to therapy, and discuss your goals. There’s no pressure to open up all at once—you set the pace. We’ll focus on making sure you feel comfortable and supported.

  • Yes! We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Aetna, and also offer private pay options. If we’re out of network, we can provide a superbill for reimbursement.

  • It depends on your goals and what you’re working through. Some people feel better in a few months, while others stay longer for ongoing support. There’s no set timeline—you set the pace, and we’ll walk beside you.

  • Yes—and research shows it can be just as effective as in-person therapy.

  • Absolutely. We’ve intentionally built a team that reflects the diverse lived experiences of our clients—whether you’re Black, Brown, queer, first-gen, neurodivergent, or simply tired of having to explain your culture to your therapist. You don’t have to educate us. This space is already for you.

Here’s How to Get Started with Online Therapy

You deserve support that doesn’t feel overwhelming to begin. Here’s how we make it simple.

Step 1: Reach Out

Fill out our quick form or book online—it’s up to you.

Step 2: Get Matched

We’ll connect you with a therapist in Illinois who truly gets it.

Step 3: Start Healing

We’ll walk beside you through the hard days and the healing.

Let’s Start Your Healing Today

No matter where you are in Illinois—Chicago, the suburbs, or a small town—you deserve therapy that feels safe, affirming, and truly supportive.

You don’t have to carry this alone anymore. Relief and healing are just one step away.