Online Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Illinois
Browse online Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Allyson Stephens
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
If you are at home, at work, or in the car I like to meet where you are. I offer therapy sessions online through Zoom. If you decide to start meeting with me you have to reside in the state of Illinois.
8 Years Experience
CFT
Sarah Farris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
I offer online, evidence-based therapy for adults located in Illinois, Wisconsin and Florida. Conditions treated include obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) & related disorders, such as anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, illness anxiety, and body-focused repetitive behaviors, or BFRBs - hair pulling/trichotillomania and skin picking/excoriation. I also work with athletes experiencing performance anxiety or coping with pressure in their sport. Sessions begin with a discussion of symptoms and a brief history, goal setting, and working together to develop strategies to make improvements important to you, emphasizing your values and goals to guide the process.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60613
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Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
I became a psychoanalytical therapist because I believe in the transformative power of self-awareness and understanding. The profound impact of exploring the depths of the unconscious mind and uncovering the roots of one's thoughts and behaviors can lead to lasting change and emotional well-being. I chose psychoanalysis as my therapeutic approach because it provides a unique framework for delving into the complexities of the human psyche, offering individuals a profound opportunity for self-discovery and healing.
Psychoanalysis, with its emphasis on the unconscious mind, allows me to work with patients in a way that goes beyond surface-level symptoms, addressing the underlying causes of emotional struggles. I am passionate about providing a space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and past experiences in a deep and meaningful way, fostering insight and facilitating personal growth.
5 Years Experience
Online in Illinois
(Online Only)
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Eric Olsen
Life Coach, PTSD, Trauma Triage, BSc Social Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
I work with you in virtual sessions in a safe professional manner as we work through the challenges and issues you are facing. My empathy is always present. You will leave transformed with greater clarity in life and how to move forward each day. You will have a plan and a path forward.
17 Years Experience
Online in Multiple States
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
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Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Yukon
(Online Only)
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Rising Phoenix Therapy - Dempsey Young, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to understand your own story. From this understanding and processing of your unique story, you can let go of traumas that control you, anxiety and depression road blocks, bad relationships, and overall the emotional pain that may prevent you from living a happy and fulfilling life that gets you excited to wake up to everyday. I want you to be free of that pain so that you can find meaning, excitement, and purpose in work, friendships, relationships, family, and really ALL areas of your life. You DESERVE this and I'm here to help you on this healing journey you deserve!
So what is it like working with me? Therapy should not be a one-sided conversation and I'm definitely not a smile-and-nod therapist. I want to work collaboratively WITH you and I can promise that I am as real as it gets. You may hear me swear (haha), laugh hard with you, and just be my authentic self. For you to be real with me, I also need to be real too!
I will work hard with you and to HEAR and SEE you starting your journey of healing. I work with most mental health concerns and have specialize in trauma recovery, working with LGBTQ+ individuals, relationship counseling, college mental health, and ADHD and Autism assessment just to name a few. I can usually get you in same week. Check out my website and lets connect!
12 Years Experience
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
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Dr. Aretha Steele (Mindful Healing Counseling)
Psychologist, PsyD
Hi! Are you dealing with stress, going through a bit of a rough patch, or just need someone to talk to? Whether it's managing anxiety, healing old wounds, feeling misunderstood, or facing the unique challenges life throws at you, I'm here to support you.
17 Years Experience
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
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Emily Hurlin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW, LCSW
Online couples therapy with me isn't a watered-down version of the real thing. The approach I use, PACT, relies on watching how partners respond to each other in the moment: a shift in posture, a look away, a change in tone. Video captures that well. Many couples find it easier to settle in from their own living room, and it removes the drive, the babysitter scramble, and the waitlist. If you're in Iowa, Illinois, or Tennessee, we can start from wherever you are.
8 Years Experience
CFT
Mindful Healing Counseling
Psychologist, PsyD
Our online counseling services make it easy for you to access care from wherever you are. It’s safe, private, and fits into your busy schedule. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or relationship issues, our therapists are here to support you. We focus on being a warm, affirming and inclusive practice. We meet you where you are—emotionally and physically—to help you find balance and well-being.
16 Years Experience
Online in Illinois
(Online Only)
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Michelle Bloom, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD, PsyPact
Since the pandemic shook our world and the experience of how we connect with others, I have been practicing remotely. I have found that teletherapy has been as effective as meeting in person in terms of relationship building, creating a safe space, and communicating openly, honestly, and directly. For many clients with busy lives, online therapy reduces the obstacles of travel, traffic, and parking, and provides a simple way of managing billing/payment.
29 Years Experience
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
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Faye Williams
Marriage and Family Therapist, ALMFT
We'll meet where you can be most comofortable!
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60611
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Brittany Ryan-Berzins
Psychologist, PhD
Online therapy offers the opportunity to receive thoughtful, personalized psychological care from the comfort and privacy of your own space. I provide the same depth of clinical attention, compassion, and individualized treatment through a secure virtual setting, allowing therapy to fit more naturally into the demands of work, family, and everyday life. Our sessions are collaborative and focused on understanding your unique concerns, patterns, and goals, while drawing from evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and self-compassion. For many clients, meeting virtually can create a comfortable and accessible space for meaningful reflection and growth. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, a life transition, relationship concerns, or simply feel ready for a deeper understanding of yourself, online therapy can provide a confidential and supportive setting in which to make meaningful change.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Pequannock Township, NJ
Online in Multiple States
Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
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Wolf Pack Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Wolf Pack is a team of therapists who work with you, not just for you. We provide caring, inclusive therapy to help you navigate life’s challenges and build resilience in a supportive space.
19 Years Experience
CFT
Emem Itiat
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
Navigating life's setbacks, challenges, and adversities can absolutely take a toll on our wellbeing and ability to function, which is why it is important to know that you do not have to work through these concerns alone. As a helper, I am passionate about creating a safe and trusting environment for my clients in order to foster vulnerability, transparency, and autonomy as we navigate the therapeutic process.
16 Years Experience
Online in Illinois
(Online Only)
CFT
Polaris Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Welcome to Polaris Counseling! We are a group practice consisting of licensed counselors and social workers. Our mission is to provide high quality counseling services to individuals, couples and families in a professional, non-judgmental, supportive and friendly environment at an affordable cost to you.
Incorporated in 2005, Polaris started out as a consulting agency specializing in helping parents secure federal and state funding for their children struggling with severe mental health issues and developmental disabilities. The necessity for a more holistic approach to our services soon became evident and we began to provide ongoing counseling support to our clients to supplement our consulting and advocacy services. By the beginning of 2006, the demand for our counseling services increased dramatically and we slowly phased out our consulting services and became solely a counseling-based practice.
Since then, we have helped thousands of clients reach their treatment goals! We strive to make every client feel welcome, respected and safe while in treatment with us and give one hundred and ten percent of our energy in helping you navigate your way through treatment successfully. Our compassionate, hardworking approach to counseling has become our trademark.
21 Years Experience
CFT
Dr. Katy Crone
Psychologist, Psy.D., LCP
Relational Insight offers individual, couples, and family therapy for clients struggling with a variety of issues and those looking for personal growth and insight. Video sessions should be covered the same by your insurance as in-person visits. Research supports the effectiveness of virtual psychotherapy, and many have found undergoing treatment within their home space allows both increased convenience as well as an easier transfer of skills out of the therapy session and into real life. We have found there are a few ways to increase effectiveness and connectedness of the therapeutic relationship including a ensuring a strong internet connection with closed browsers and reduced distractions, positioning the camera so your therapist can view your body language, closing the self-view so you are not distracted by your own image, and alerting your therapist to any barriers to the therapeutic bond.
15 Years Experience
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
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Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
At Cultivate Your Essence, we provide compassionate, culturally responsive virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and families throughout Illinois and Georgia. Our therapists understand the unique experiences, stressors, and strengths that shape the lives of Black women, professionals, and marginalized communities. Through secure telehealth services, we create a safe and accessible space where clients can heal, grow, and become the healthiest version of themselves from the comfort of their own environment.
8 Years Experience
CFT
Dr. Rue PLLC
Psychologist, Psy.D.
In my online therapy practice, I prioritize your privacy and security by using a HIPAA-compliant platform, ensuring that all our conversations remain confidential. This digital approach allows me to offer you the flexibility and convenience of accessing support from wherever you are, tailored to fit into your lifestyle. My focus is on creating a safe, accessible space for you to explore and work through your challenges.
15 Years Experience
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)
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Margo Tirado MA LCPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Hi, I’m Margo Tirado, MA, LCPC — a psychotherapist with more than 30 years of experience helping women move from self-doubt, anxiety, and overwhelm into lives that feel grounded, confident, and truly their own.
My work is rooted in a deep belief: your healing matters, your voice matters, and you matter.
31 Years Experience
CFT
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Do you find yourself overthinking everything, feeling overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break? You may look like you’re holding it all together on the outside, but inside you feel exhausted.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you’re going through. Together, we’ll work on practical tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and clear in your decisions.
Taking this step is not easy--it’s a meaningful act of strength. A strong, supportive relationship is at the heart of real change, and I’d be honored to walk alongside you in this process.
27 Years Experience
Online in Multiple States
Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts
(Online Only)
CFT
Kelly McAleer
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My online practice serves adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, self-criticism, and the pressures of high achievement. I also work with adults exploring the lasting impact of difficult or emotionally immature family relationships, as well as clients seeking affirming support around gender identity and expression. My approach is warm, collaborative, inclusive, and tailored to each person’s needs and goals.
17 Years Experience
Online in Ireland, United Kingdom, New York,
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
(Online Only)