7 Chicago Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists Ready for Hire
Takeaway: At Feel Good Counseling Center, we offer cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Meet our Chicago therapists here, find the right fit for your situation, and contact us when you’re ready to get started.
Meet our Chicago CBT therapists
Victoria Murray
Offers CBT therapy ✓
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, BCBS PPO
Clientele: Children, adults, families
Location: South Barrington, IL 60010
Virtual therapy: Available across IL
Bailey Marcotte
Offers CBT therapy ✓
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, BCBS PPO
Clientele: Children, adolescents, adults
Location: Park Ridge, IL 60068
Virtual therapy: Available across IL
Stephanie Garcia
Offers CBT therapy ✓
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, BCBS PPO
Clientele: Children, adults, couples, families
Location: South Barrington, IL 60010
Virtual therapy: Available across IL
Alyssa Kasey
Offers CBT therapy ✓
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, BCBS PPO
Clientele: Children, adults
Location: South Barrington, IL 60010
Virtual therapy: Available across IL
Hannah Adams
Offers CBT therapy ✓
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, BCBS PPO
Clientele: Children, adults, families
Location: South Barrington, IL 60010
Virtual therapy: Available across IL
Kelly Baker
Offers CBT therapy ✓
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, BCBS PPO
Clientele: Children, adults
Location: South Barrington, IL 60010
Virtual therapy: Available across IL
Katie Bonilla
Offers CBT therapy ✓
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, BCBS PPO
Clientele: Children, adults
Location: Park Ridge, IL 60068
Virtual therapy: Available across IL
Who can benefit from CBT therapy
You're stuck in negative thought patterns that keep you anxious, depressed, or feeling hopeless about the future.
Work stress is taking over your life, and you can't seem to turn off those racing thoughts about deadlines, conflicts, or job security.
Relationship conflicts keep repeating the same arguments and communication breakdowns with your partner, family, or friends.
You're going through major life changes like a new job, move, breakup, or loss, and feel overwhelmed by all the emotions.
Panic attacks or anxiety are controlling your daily decisions and keeping you from doing things you used to enjoy.
You're your own worst critic with harsh self-talk and perfectionist tendencies that leave you feeling never good enough.
Trauma or past experiences still influence how you react to situations, relationships, and daily stressors.
You want practical tools to manage depression, anxiety, OCD, or other challenges rather than just talking about problems.
How CBT therapy can help
Learn to challenge unhelpful thoughts
CBT teaches you to identify when your mind is jumping to worst-case scenarios or all-or-nothing thinking. You'll practice questioning these automatic thoughts and replacing them with more balanced, realistic perspectives that actually serve your mental health and goals.
Develop concrete coping strategies
Instead of feeling helpless when anxiety or depression hits, you'll build a toolkit of specific techniques you can use anywhere. From breathing exercises to behavioral changes, you'll have go-to strategies for managing difficult emotions and situations.
Break cycles that keep you stuck
CBT helps you see the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. When you understand these patterns, you can interrupt the cycle that keeps you anxious, depressed, or stuck in the same problems over and over.
Build confidence in handling life's challenges
As you practice new skills and see positive changes, you'll develop genuine confidence in your ability to handle whatever comes your way. This isn't just positive thinking—it's earned self-trust based on real experience and growth.
FAQs about cognitive behavioral therapy
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CBT focuses on the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Instead of just talking about problems, you'll actively practice new ways of thinking and responding to situations, giving you concrete tools to use in your daily life. It’s backed by research and is one of the most commonly used forms of psychotherapy.
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Yes, CBT is typically covered by most insurance plans. Our practice accepts all six Illinois Medicaid plans, BCBS PPO, and self-pay options (including financial assistance). Read more about our rates and insurance here.
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CBT works best when you're ready to actively participate and practice new skills between sessions. If you're in crisis or dealing with severe symptoms that require immediate stabilization, other approaches might be needed first.
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The therapy process starts with an intake session where we’ll learn more about your background and what’s bringing you into therapy, and start developing a personalized path forward. From here, sessions will involve pinpointing patterns that are keeping you stuck and learning strategies to interrupt these unhelpful cycles. Many people start to notice shifts early on in the process and notice deeper, sustained changes with consistent sessions.
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We get it—finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. Here's what makes our approach different:
We speak your language (literally—we offer therapy in multiple languages) and understand diverse cultural backgrounds
Flexible scheduling with evening and weekend availability, plus both in-person and virtual options
We take most insurance, including all Illinois Medicaid plans, so cost won't be a barrier
Real-world focus on practical solutions and tools you can actually use in your daily life
Team approach with clinical supervisors, ensuring you get quality, evidence-based care
We're here to give you direct, actionable support—not just a place to vent. Contact us today to get started.
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Request an appointment by filling out this brief online form. We’ll be in touch within 24-48 hours to match you with the right therapist and set up your first session.