Online Anxiety therapists in Cary, Illinois IL
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Anxiety
Nicole Houde
Pre-Licensed Professional
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety or fears by helping them better understand the patterns that keep anxiety going, such as avoidance, overthinking, and a strong need for certainty. Anxiety can show up in many ways, including racing thoughts, physical tension, or feeling constantly on edge. In therapy, we focus on building skills to respond to these experiences more effectively. Using CBT and ACT based approaches, I support clients in gradually facing fears, reducing avoidance, and developing a more flexible relationship with anxious thoughts so they can feel more confident and in control in their daily lives.
1 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Jayson L. Mystkowski
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
While Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) is highly effective in the treatment of anxiety disorders (e.g., Panic Disorder, Social Phobia, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), clinicians do see some “return of fear,” or partial relapse, in some patients due to a variety of factors. Over the past two decades, treatment researchers, with whom Dr. Jayson Mystkowski had the pleasure of working with at UCLA for over 10 years, have studied “return of fear” and discovered some key variables that may optimize the effects of learning during CBT for anxiety disorders (Craske et al., 2008).
First, evidence suggests that focusing on tolerating fear versus eliminating fear yields better clinical outcomes in the long term. Namely, teaching clients that fear and anxiety are normal feelings, rather than attempting to “down-regulate” such feelings all the time, is more realistic and seems to engender “hardier” clients. Second, helping clients to generate an expectancy that “scary things will not happen,” is very powerful. To do this, it is important for clinicians to create more complex exposure exercises (i.e., tasks in which a client confronts a stimulus of which they are afraid), using multiple feared stimuli instead of one at a time. Then, the lack of a feared outcome becomes particularly surprising and memorable for a client and fear reduction is more potent. Third, increasing the accessibility and retrievability of non-fear memories learned during treatment are powerful factors in mitigating against a return of fear. Craske and colleagues demonstrated that exposure to variations of a feared stimulus, using a random schedule across multiple contexts or situations, is more effective than exposure to the same stimulus, on a predictable schedule, in an unchanging environment. The former paradigm, it is argued, creates stronger non-fear memories that are easier for a client to access when subsequently confronting feared objects or situations outside of the therapy context, than the later scenario.
In sum, clinicians have long been aware that some fear or anxiety returns following very successful CBT treatment. As mentioned above, there are some clear, empirically supported ways to modify the therapy we provide to further help clients generalize the gains made in therapy sessions to the real world.
22 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
Anxiety
Eddie Taylor, PhD
Psychologist
The patient will be able to consider their anxiety or fears in a safe environment, allowing them to gain control over these feelings and review the concepts that causes the existence of each mental response (anxiety or fear).
16 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Dr. Olivia Blandford
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am formally trained in therapy approaches to target and meaningfully improve symptoms around anxiety, panic, and specific fears or phobias. I use an individually tailored approach with elements of exposure and goal-setting, and values-focused behaviors, to help you reclaim a life you enjoy.
6 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Gaelle Vernet
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
My communication style varies based on the person. I try my best to meet the person where they are by providing a safe space for them to be as expressive as they want.
5 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Anxiety can show up in many ways—racing thoughts, tension, restlessness, or a constant sense of worry. You may feel overwhelmed by fear or find it difficult to relax, focus, or trust yourself. Therapy can help you understand what’s driving your anxiety, calm your nervous system, and regain a sense of control. Together, we’ll work to uncover the underlying causes of your fears and develop tools to manage them with greater ease. Through compassionate guidance and evidence-based approaches, you can find relief, confidence, and peace of mind.
25 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
Anxiety
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
If anxiety, chronic stress, or overwhelming worry are pulling you away from the life you want to live, Anne provides a warm, collaborative space to help you find your footing. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) clinician, she specializes in helping individuals break free from the cycle of anxiety, panic, and burnout.
Anne’s integrative approach pairs evidence-based anxiety protocols with creative art therapy techniques, offering a powerful alternative when traditional "talk therapy" feels stuck. She works deeply with clients to understand their specific anxiety triggers, calm the nervous system, and build practical, everyday coping strategies.
8 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Mind Lodge
Therapist, LCPC
Anxiety can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Mind Lodge, we use evidence-based methods to help clients identify triggers, reduce symptoms, and regain a sense of calm.
21 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Philadelphia Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
The various anxieties are so ubiquitous, they're the bread and butter of any psychologist's training and experience. The clinicians at Philadelphia Couples Therapy treat all presenting anxiety disorders and understand how incredibly debilitating they can be. Feeling fear, dread, impending doom, and persistent feelings of the associated upset is nearly unbearable. It's our hope that treatment at PCT yields a relatively speedy recovery from your anxiety, however it might be presenting.
23 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Dr. Sonia Ovuehor Ovy
Counselor/Therapist, Doctor of science in Counselling Psychology, Msc Conflict Resolution, Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy, Counselling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certificate in Mental Health Studies, Suicide Prevention and Intervention, Diploma in Relationship and Family Counselling, CPD in Neuro Linguistic Programming.
With expertise in anxiety and fear, I offer personalized therapy and guidance. Addressing underlying causes, developing coping strategies, and promoting mindfulness, my approach enables individuals to regain control and live fulfilling lives.
9 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
Anxiety
LS Associates LLC
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I work extensively with anxiety, especially as it relates to trauma.
18 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Dr. Amanda Roberts
Psychologist, PhD Clinical Psychology, Masters in Marriage Family Therapy
Working with anxiety disorders requires a comprehensive knowledge of the biological, psychological and learned basis of these complex conditions and finding creative ways to navigate through them to obtain lasting relief.
41 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
Anxiety
Along the Path Counseling Services, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Our approach to anxiety that interferes with daily activities is comprehensive and personalized. Depending on your needs, we will provide traditional talk therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and effective relaxation strategies. You will be able to identify triggers for your anxiety as well as understand the unhelpful thinking patterns that make anxiety worse. Through the counseling process, you will learn coping skills that will help you take control of the anxiety you feel.
17 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Margo Tirado MA LCPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
I help my clients reduce anxiety by addressing both the mind and the body—because anxiety isn’t just a thought, it’s a physical experience too. While insight therapy helps uncover the “why” behind your patterns, lasting relief comes from integrating somatic release, EFT, mindfulness, and other body-centered practices. Together, we create a space where you can safely release tension, regulate your nervous system, and feel more grounded, calm, and in control.
31 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Natalie A Shafer
Counselor/Therapist, MA, NCC, LPC
Anxiety and fear can show up as consistent worry, restlessness, or a sense of being on edge. These responses are often rooted in the mind and body’s effort to anticipate and protect against perceived threats. Together, we can better understand these patterns, gently challenge what may no longer serve you, and develop ways to feel more steady and at ease.
2 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Meg Lukan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Does your mind ever continue running or in fight-or-flight mode? Anxiety can be exhausting and confusing. I help clients break down the patterns of their overthinking, panic, or fears so they can navigate life with confidence, understanding, and clarity. I provide nervous-system-regulating tools that challenge anxious thoughts and build a more controlled lifestyle.
35 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Mary Gale Gurnsey
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Anxiety often stems from past relationship trauma or insecure attachment patterns. I help you understand what's triggering your anxiety, develop grounding skills using DBT techniques, and rebuild a sense of safety in your body and relationships.
18 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
Anxiety
Gemstone Wellness, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, LPC
At Gemstone Wellness, anxiety is not treated as something to simply “manage” or suppress—it is understood as a meaningful signal shaped by your nervous system, your history, and the environments you’ve had to adapt to. Rather than focusing only on symptom reduction, therapy begins by helping you understand why your anxiety exists and what it has been trying to protect.
Our approach is grounded in nervous system regulation and trauma-informed care. Many clients come in feeling overwhelmed by racing thoughts, chronic worry, panic, or a persistent sense of unease. We work collaboratively to slow these patterns down—helping you recognize triggers, understand the mind-body connection, and build the capacity to respond rather than react. Over time, this creates a greater sense of stability, clarity, and internal safety.
Treatment is not one-size-fits-all. We integrate a range of approaches—including cognitive and behavioral strategies, mindfulness, body-based awareness, and trauma-focused work—while remaining flexible to your needs, pace, and preferences. Tools are offered thoughtfully, not prescriptively, so that therapy feels supportive rather than overwhelming or performative.
Importantly, we recognize that anxiety is often rooted in deeper experiences: trauma, identity-based stress, cultural expectations, loss, or longstanding patterns of self-protection. Therapy at Gemstone Wellness makes space for these layers. We move beyond surface-level coping into insight—helping you untangle the beliefs, experiences, and relational patterns that keep anxiety in place.
The work is both practical and relational. You will gain tools to navigate moments of distress, but you will also develop a different relationship with yourself—one grounded in self-trust rather than fear. As that shift happens, anxiety often softens, not because it is forced away, but because it is no longer carrying the same burden alone.
10 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety
Brandon Guin
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
I help individuals experiencing a variety of anxiety symptoms ranging from general anxiety, overwhelming thoughts, uncomfortable physical sensations, to panic attacks. Together, we will focus on simple, daily activities you can implement to start feeling better immediately.
16 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
Anxiety
Margaret Shouse
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Anxiety can feel debilitating, like a never ending loop that you are continuously stuck on. I am here to work with you in helping you learn and understand your anxiety, and what purpose it serves for you. Having anxiety does not mean you are broken. Anxiety is a bunch of signals going off that is bringing your awareness to something that your mind wants to pay attention to, and we can navigate this together. There are ways to help make it manageable and to help get control back of your life and I want to go on that journey with you.
6 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL
Anxiety therapists in Cary, Illinois Statistics
Anxiety therapists in Cary, Illinois average 17 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (100%), Depression (76%), and Stress (58%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 58% | Stress |
| 56% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
| 46% | Loss or Grief |
| 46% | Social Anxiety |