In my years in practice, I have heard from many clients that they have struggled to find a good therapist. Many have said that they didn't feel understood or get interactive feedback in their previous experiences. I believe that the client/therapist relationship is a partnership. We will work together to help you get to the solutions that work for your life.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Existential/Humanistic
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Psychoeducational
- Rational-Emotive
Approach Description: My approach to therapy is empathic and goal-oriented. I also believe that while therapy is hard, humor is also important. My clients have commented that this has helped them through tougher sessions. My approach is backed by evidence-based practices of cognitive-behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness.
Education & Credentials
Jane Bennett-Elias LCPC
- Female
- License # 180.004275
- Licensed in IL
- Practicing Since 1998
Education: I earned my master's degree in clinical psychology with a professional counseling specialty in 1998. I double majored in Psychology and Sociology for my bachelor's degree.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $250.00 or what insurance pays
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- Sliding scale therapy available for those without insurance or out of network. This fee can be negotiated with your therapist.
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna PPO/POS/Choice; Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Jane Bennett-Elias Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Chicago, IL 60618 and Chicago, IL 60657
- Available Online for residents of Illinois
- Online Therapy Details: Online therapy only via Simple Practice
Best Therapies is a group practice that has made inclusivity the mission. Many clients that we see have felt misunderstood or disenfranchised in other therapy experiences. At Best Therapies, every person is welcome and will be treated with dignity and respect. You may feel that your true, joyful self is hidden under layers of depression, anxiety, guilt or shame. Maybe you're trying to figure out how to achieve your dreams of living the life you were meant to live. Maybe you're trying to deal with being alone for the first time, or again. Or maybe you're trying to manage a relationship that has gotten very tense, or is along distance. You may have had a negative experience with therapy in the past. We're on your team and we are here to help.
Practice Overview
2650 West Montrose Avenue
3139 North Lincoln Avenue
Available both in-person and online
26 Years Experience
Couple, Individual
Specialties
Office Hours
Monday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday
7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Driving Directions
Telehealth only at this time.