Online Therapy in Chicago and Illinois at Walk With Me Counseling Center

If you’re searching for online therapy in Chicago or somewhere else in Illinois, you’re likely trying to make sense of a lot at once. How therapy works. Whether insurance is accepted. What it costs. And how to find a therapist who understands your experience.

What This Post Will Help You Understand

• How online therapy works in Chicago and across Illinois
• What to expect around insurance, cost, and scheduling
• How to know if therapy at Walk With Me Counseling Center feels like the right next step

At Walk With Me Counseling Center, we believe people deserve clarity before they reach out. Below is an overview of how therapy works at our practice, who we serve, and what to expect before getting started.

Therapy Specialties at Walk With Me Counseling Center

We provide individual and couples therapy for adults living in Illinois. Our therapists support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, and major life transitions.

Many people who come to us are high functioning but overwhelmed. They are managing work, family, and responsibilities while feeling worn down internally or disconnected in their relationships. Therapy focuses on understanding emotional patterns, strengthening coping skills, improving communication, and supporting long term emotional well being.

Online Therapy Services Across Chicago and Illinois

All therapy session are conducted online. We serve adults and couples throughout Illinois, including Chicago and surrounding areas.

Sessions are held through a secure, HIPAA compliant platform and function much like in person therapy. The difference is flexibility. Clients can attend sessions from a private, comfortable space without the stress of commuting or waiting rooms.

Insurance Accepted at Walk With Me Counseling Center

We are in network with Aetna PPO and Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO insurance plans.

We verify insurance benefits before your first full therapy session so you have a clear understanding of your estimated out of pocket cost. Our goal is to remove financial uncertainty so you can focus on whether therapy feels like the right next step.

Therapy Fees and Typical Costs in Illinois

Therapy fees in Illinois vary depending on insurance coverage and session type. On average, online therapy sessions in Illinois range from approximately $100-$175 per session for those paying out of pocket.

Our standard session fee is $155. Most clients who use insurance pay significantly less, with many paying between $10-$20 per session, depending on their specific plan and benefits.

We prioritize transparency around cost and verify benefits ahead of time whenever possible so there are no surprises.

Culturally Responsive Therapy at Walk With Me Counseling Center

We are a Black owned counseling practice serving adults and couples throughout Illinois through online therapy.

While we are deeply committed to culturally responsive care and to serving the Black community, we work with individuals and couples from all backgrounds. Our practice welcomes anyone seeking thoughtful, respectful, and emotionally attuned care.

Our therapists approach counseling with an awareness of culture, identity, lived experience, and systemic stressors, while also honoring each person’s unique story. Many people choose Walk With Me Counseling Center because they want therapy that sees the whole person, not just symptoms or labels.

Finding a Therapist in Illinois for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Relationship Challenges

Finding the right therapist involves more than matching a diagnosis. It means working with someone who understands how stress, trauma, past experiences, and relationships shape the present.

Our therapists regularly support individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional fatigue, and relationship strain. Therapy creates space for insight, healing, and meaningful change.

Scheduling a Free Consultation with Walk With Me Counseling Center

Walk With Me Counseling Center offers a free 15 minute consultation for new clients. This conversation allows you to ask questions, learn more about our approach, and decide whether working together feels like a good fit.

Free consultations can be scheduled directly through our website.

What to Know Before You Start Therapy

• Walk With Me Counseling Center offers online therapy only and does not provide in person sessions.

• All services are provided through a secure, HIPAA compliant platform.

• Therapy sessions are typically scheduled weekly. Your therapist will collaborate with you to determine a pace that feels supportive and sustainable.

• The free consultation is designed to help you decide whether the therapist, approach, and structure feel right before committing to ongoing sessions. If you choose to move forward, we guide you through scheduling, paperwork, and insurance verification so the transition into therapy feels straightforward.

Therapy can feel uncomfortable at times, especially early on. Growth often involves noticing patterns that have been present for a long time. Your therapist will move at a pace that respects your readiness and goals.

Research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as in person therapy for concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges. What matters most is the quality of the therapeutic relationship and feeling supported.

Moving Forward with Support

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already tired. At Walk With Me Counseling Center, we aim to make the process clear, supportive, and human from the first interaction.

If you are looking for online therapy in Chicago or anywhere in Illinois and want thoughtful, culturally responsive care for yourself or your relationship, Walk With Me Counseling Center is here to walk with you.

Schedule your free consultation today and take the next step toward support that fits your life.