Start Online Therapy in Chicago and Illinois

Counseling that meets you exactly where you are—emotionally and literally.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step—but you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to make the process simple, comfortable, and fully supported. Let’s get started together.

How It Works.

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    1. Choose Your Therapist

    Everyone’s needs are different, and finding the right therapist matters. Whether you’re seeking someone who shares your identity, understands your culture, or simply makes you feel safe and supported—we’re here to help you find the best fit.

    FIND YOUR THERAPIST
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    2. Request Your Appointment

    Once you’ve picked a therapist, just fill out our New Client Form with your availability, and we’ll find a time that works for you.

    REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT
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    3. Complete Your Paperwork

    After your appointment is booked, you’ll get access to your secure client portal where you can fill out your intake forms. Please complete them within 72 hours so we can keep your session on track.

    CLIENT PORTAL
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    4. Begin Your Journey to Wellness

    We’ll send a welcome email with everything you need to feel prepared—including the secure link for your virtual session. We’re here to make sure you feel comfortable and confident in starting this journey with us.

“Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should or need to do it alone.”

— Lisa Olivera

Insurance, Rates, and Affordable Online Therapy in Illinois

We want to make therapy as affordable and accessible as possible. Here’s what you need to know about payment:

  • We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Blue Choice PPO, Aetna PPO, and HSA/FSA plans for therapy.

  • Intake Session: $200-275

  • Follow-Up Sessions: $175-250

If we don’t take your insurance, we can still help! We accept out-of-network benefits, private pay, and offer some sliding scale options.

FAQs – What New Clients Often Ask

  • If something feels off, overwhelming, or hard to manage on your own, therapy can help. You don’t need to have everything figured out—just a willingness to start. We're here to support you through whatever you're facing.

  • Yes! We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Blue Choice PPO, Aetna PPO, and HSA/FSA plans. We also offer private pay, out-of-network support, and a limited number of sliding scale spots.

  • That’s completely okay—and totally normal. You don’t have to have the right words or know exactly where to start. Your therapist will guide the conversation, meet you with compassion, and help you feel comfortable opening up at your own pace.

  • Yes—it’s flexible, accessible, and just as effective as in-person therapy. You can meet with your therapist from the comfort of your home, on your schedule, with full privacy and support.

  • Absolutely. We offer culturally affirming therapy for BIPOC, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ communities. Our therapists are here to meet you with understanding, care, and respect.

Prefer to Talk It Through First?

We get it—starting therapy is personal, and sometimes you just want to connect with a real person before diving in.

If you have questions, want help choosing a therapist, or just need to talk it through, we’re here.

📧 Email us at: info@mhcounselinggroup.com
📞 Call/Text us at: 708-419-3171

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Let’s take the next step together.