Therapists & Counseling in Chicago
Wellington Counseling Group provides a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to mental health counseling services for adults, children, families, and couples in Chicago, Illinois, and beyond. We pride ourselves on integrating evidence-based therapies and clinical assessments with personalized care under the guidance of a professional clinician to find the therapeutic approach that best supports your needs and helps you develop the skills to take on life’s challenges.
We Work With
Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Aetna, Medicare plans, and more in-network insurance providers. We are also available to explore your out-of-network insurance plans, so you have access to licensed therapists when you need it.
Counseling Services for Adults, Children & Families in Chicago
We are the trusted resource providing professional emotional and psychological support for you, your children, and your family. Our diverse team specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, behavioral issues, trauma recovery, family dynamics, couples and relationship issues, and so much more. We also offer dedicated support for navigating the challenges of exploring challenges specific to people of diverse gender identities and LGBTQ+. Each of our therapists offers a unique perspective that helps their patients find relief from symptoms, transcend the boundaries of mental health conditions, and craft a life they are proud to lead.
We are proud to serve the city of Chicago and beyond by providing psychotherapy, behavioral health services, and psychological evaluations and assessments from intake through your time with us, identifying the stressors affecting your life. With personalized behavioral health treatments, compassionate care, and a high-touch experience, we work with you to find the right client fit and therapy modalities in your journey.
The Wellington Counseling Group Difference
Nothing about overcoming mental health disorders, grief, stress, or the challenges of daily life is easy. Wellington Counseling Group takes a diverse approach to each individual, connecting you with Chicago therapists who specialize in a wide range of challenges, all backed by a commitment to healing and community. We work with individuals, families, and couples to enact personal change in your life with fulfilling results and compassionate care.
Access a Full Range of Specialty Services
No two journeys are the same, and we connect you to a professional with a specialization in your area, so you have access to expert care and compassionate support for the challenges you face.
Trusted Experts in Child & Adolescent Care
We also offer support for children and adolescents, including school-based difficulties, groups for teens, parent-child relationships, and developmental transitions, to provide effective care during these important formative years.
Flexible Scheduling With In-Person or Virtual Sessions
Nobody should have to choose between their mental wellness and daily responsibilities, so we offer both in-person sessions and virtual therapy options to fit your needs and daily life.
Coordinated Care From a Multidisciplinary Team
Addressing mental health and personal needs can be complicated, and our coordinated care addresses these needs, stresses, and challenges from all angles, providing a robust approach to change and effective therapeutic practice.
High-Touch Experience
Our high-touch programs ensure a hands-on, engaged, and personalized approach to each person, personalizing care and providing practical, proactive therapy and assessments.
Specialized Forensic Psychology Services When Needed
We also offer a dedicated forensic psychology service that addresses not only mental health needs and assessments, but evaluations that interface with questions of importance to legal proceedings, immigration, civil, and criminal matters.
Find the Support You Need
Contact Wellington Counseling Group today to schedule an intake assessment and take the next step toward getting the support you and your family need.
Our Therapeutic Counseling Services
No two journeys are the same, and we offer an array of therapy modalities to find the best fit for your needs and goals, working with individuals, families, and unique situations to explore your best path to change. With dedicated treatment for adults, children, working professionals, and more, we are ready to find specialized care to address your needs.
Treatment for Adults
We are proud to work with adults virtually and across the Chicago area to achieve mental and holistic wellness, with a focus on balancing personal needs with responsibilities, professional stresses, and relationship strains that can all impact daily life.
Treatment for Children & Families
We are a key resource for children and their parents near Chicago, helping them achieve mental wellness and academic stability through counseling and assessment services, providing support and care during these important formative years while fostering openness, honesty, and healthy living.
Assessment
The psychological and academic testing and assessment process will provide a clearer understanding of your strengths, challenges, and areas of concern, helping inform a personalized plan aligned with your needs and goals.
Therapeutic Modalities Offered
There is never a single path to healing and improved mental health. Rather, we utilize a combination of modalities to help you create your best plan of action, including:
Our forensic psychology services provide professional psychological evaluations and assessments when they are needed for legal or case-related purposes. Evaluations may be requested by an attorney, court, or other legal authority and can address specific questions related to immigration, hardship, civil rights, employment, civil disputes, or criminal proceedings.
Our clinicians approach each evaluation with care, objectivity, and attention to the individual circumstances of the client, providing professional findings that may be used in reports, legal proceedings, or testimony when appropriate.
Our clinicians approach each evaluation with care, objectivity, and attention to the individual circumstances of the client, providing professional findings that may be used in reports, legal proceedings, or testimony when appropriate.
Each program is built around dedicated, evidence-based therapy, utilizing proven practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic counseling, DBT, and other methods, alongside holistic healing options to create a personalized approach. With an array of therapeutic modalities, you can explore combinations of strategies that work best for you, making adjustments and trying new options to find the best fit for your well-being, all within one clinic.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Our dedicated child and adolescent therapy programs empower children and family members to explore parent-child dynamics and address challenges unique to these developmental years, including identity, developmental milestones and transitions, and to navigate the stresses of academics and social life. This includes opportunities like:
Play therapy
Evaluations and assessments
Coaching for parents
Helping parents obtain and coordinate testing
Coordination with school counselors, especially with diagnostic testing clients or in matters of behavioral disturbances
We also work with parents and guardians throughout the process, addressing the needs of children while helping families better understand how to provide effective support at home. When appropriate, we collaborate with parents and school counselors to create a consistent network of support across home, school, and therapy.
Psychological Testing
We provide psychological evaluations that cover an array of common questions. This includes professional assessment by a psychologist for:
We provide psychological and academic testing tailored to your needs, whether you are seeking clarity around your own concerns or looking for answers to better support your child. Our team can help you understand assessment findings, clarify or explore a diagnosis, identify areas of strength and difficulty, and determine appropriate next steps based on your or your child’s needs. Testing sessions typically range from four to six hours, depending on the type and scope of the evaluation, and we maintain a brief waitlist to help you access services as soon as possible. We also accept referrals when testing is recommended by another provider. Before scheduling, our team can review your insurance benefits and help you understand potential costs associated with the evaluation.
Accurate testing can be the first step in change, empowering individuals and families to confront challenges and underlying needs and focus on the most pertinent programs for the situation.
Executive Function Support
Therapy can be used not just to address psychological needs but also in daily life to manage stress and organize thoughts. Executive functioning is the brain’s ability to plan, focus, organize, and act on tasks, responsibilities, and goals. We offer executive functioning support through educational experts to help clients manage disorganized thinking and improve organization, empowering individuals to make the most of daily life.
This can be crucial for children and adults with ADD or ADHD, organizing thoughts and tasks into manageable pieces while building skills and strategies to take control of daily life.
Gender-Specific Group Therapy Options
We personalize each program to your needs, from the therapy options available to utilizing dedicated women’s group and men’s group therapy, connecting you to peers in a safe and supportive environment while building applicable skills.
Women’s Group Therapy
We are proud to offer a virtual group therapy for women in Chicago to help you navigate life’s surprises and get the most out of your career and life outside of work.
Men’s Group Therapy
These groups support men across Chicago in addressing men-specific issues, deconstructing stigma, and embracing practical skills to navigate these challenges and thrive in daily life.
Virtual Therapy Option
We are proud to connect you with the support you need when you need it, offering virtual therapy options that fit your busy schedule as you balance personal and mental health needs with ongoing responsibilities at home or at work. Our virtual therapy offers remote sessions with a hybrid approach for children and adults over the age of 11. We use a HIPAA-compliant Google Meet platform for convenient and flexible scheduling that fits your life and safeguards your privacy.
Virtual therapy provides a flexible way to stay connected to your therapist while traveling, managing a busy schedule, or living out of state. For clients who are eligible for virtual care, telehealth can help maintain continuity and connection to support when attending sessions in person is not possible.
Moving Forward With Wellington Counseling Group
It is never too early or too late to learn more about what personalized therapy can do for you. Whether you are overcoming the challenges of mental health disorders, navigating personal stresses and relationship challenges, or looking for care for a child or loved one, we are ready to help you learn, grow, and take your first step toward change today.
Healing starts with a single decision – a single phone call to learn more about your options and get to know those who have the education, compassion, and expertise to help. We are here to pick up the phone today to help you understand your options without unnecessary pressure, creating a welcoming environment to tackle life’s challenges.
FAQ
What are the signs you need therapy?
Therapy looks different for each person, and there is no single sign that it is time for therapy. Rather, therapy can be appropriate across an array of situations and challenges.
When emotions feel overwhelming or difficult to control, stress impairs daily life, well-being, and ability to tend to responsibilities; stress causes a decrease in performance at school or work, or if you find yourself too emotionally exhausted to tend to personal hobbies, then therapy may be necessary.
However, for others, deterioration of communication can indicate the need for change, with dedicated therapy for couples or familial relationships becoming crucial, especially if unhealthy coping mechanisms are involved.
Calling to talk to a professional counselor about your experiences and expectations around therapy can ensure that you not only get the most appropriate care possible, but that each person can set expectations and goals for therapy to make the most of your hard work in these programs.
How do I choose the right therapist in Chicago?
The decision to commit to therapy should be celebrated. However, not all therapists are the same; each counselor offers a different approach and specialty and has their own methods. Talking to a representative at Wellington Counseling Services about your needs and expectations can help connect you with a therapist who fits your needs and area with compassionate care.
You also always have the option to explore other therapists if one is not working for you. Finding the right therapist can be a journey on its own, but it can also make all the difference in helping you build the skills necessary to reach new goals and milestones in therapy.
Is online therapy a good option?
Online therapy and virtual care options can be a great choice for those living busy lives, ensuring they can still connect to a trained and trusted professional despite other responsibilities or a busy work-life schedule. Virtual therapy options can also be used as a hybrid model, with some in-person and some virtual sessions, so you have access to the support you need when you need it. Some of our therapists work outside of Illinois to serve you virtually, as well.
Does insurance usually cover therapy?
Yes, therapy is typically covered by insurance. However, exactly how much is covered will depend on your exact healthcare plan, with different programs and plans all affecting potential out-of-pocket costs. While the world of insurance can seem intimidating, we are always here to work with you so you understand your insurance plan before beginning a program, explore your coverage, as well as hardship or reduced-rate accommodations when applicable.
How often should I go to therapy?
The frequency of therapy depends on a few factors, but it is largely based on individual needs and progress. However, healing and change are a process, and it is most common to attend weekly when getting started. Many clients choose to remain in our care for months to years, depending on the need to address deep-seated challenges or adapt to new stresses as they arise. Getting at the root of things is typically the best long-term approach, once symptom expression can be reduced.
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Wellington Counseling Group is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, disability, color, size, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or socioeconomic background. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all patients and members of our staff.
