Therapy for Adults with Autism

Young Adults

Art Therapy

Coping Together  

15127 S 73RD Ave. Suite C, Orland Park, IL, 60462
(708) 966-9574
CopingTogether@Outlook.com

Provides mental health counseling and ABA services to help individuals with disabilities address life’s challenges and achieve personal goals in order to experience a higher quality of life. Partners with agencies & group homes in the Chicagoland area to provide therapy/supports for all levels of emotional or physical development. We use a variety of therapeutic treatments which include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Art Therapy, and Solution Focused Treatments.


Elena Kaiser, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC

Counseling and Art Therapy
2956 Central St Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 337-2377
kaiser.elena@comcast.net

Uses the creative process of art-making to help her clients improve and enhance their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.


Seasons Within LLC

Holly DeRosa Walejeski, LCPC, ATR
info@seasonswithinllc.com
708-303-8083
1515 North Harlem Avenue, Suite 301, Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Provides individual outpatient counseling and art therapy to children, teens, and adults and has extensive experience with ASD.


Vittum Park-Special Recreation Programming (Chicago Park District)

5010 W. 50th St Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 798-1747

Take this opportunity to explore artistic expression. This class will include: drawing, painting, dance, music/multimedia, visual art and much more!

Couples Therapy

Adapt Psychological Services

1250 West Augusta Boulevard Chicago, IL 60642
(872) 588-6011

Adapt Psychological Services offers individual and couples counseling for neurodiverse adults.


Advanced Behavioral Solutions

953 N. Plum Grove Road, Suite B Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 413-9001
advancedbehavioral@msn.com

Provides pre-marital and couples therapy. Couples therapy involves a psychologist or therapist working privately with a couple on relationship issues. They offer services to couples at any stage in their relationship including pre-marital, marital or committed life partners, and divorce. Couples seeking services are often interested in improving communication, learning more adaptive conflict resolution skills, enhancing their partnership, or resolving major issues that require mediation.


All Kinds of Minds Therapy, PLLC

708 Church Street #221, Evanston Il
allkindsofmindstherapy@gmail.com
847-612-0149

Providing mental health treatment in the context of Neurodivergence for children, teens and adults. Additional services include Couples therapy for Mixed Neurotype couples and parent coaching. Sessions can be conducted in office, in community and virtually. 


Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
grace.myhill@aane.org

Neurodiverse Couples Coaching in private or group formats. Groups are limited to 5 couples. New groups are always forming. Private pay and financial aid is available. Virtual support groups for partner/spouses are also available. 


Astute Counseling and Wellness Center 

Multiple providers 
3001 N Southport Avenue Second Floor Chicago, IL 60657 (Lakeview)
info@astutecounseling.com 
773-799-8966 

Mental health services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and their family members, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Cognitive delays, Tourette’s, OCD, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and any patient with atypical neurological development and neurodivergent presentation. Therapists hold a QIDP certification from the Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities to conduct supportive services for people with IDD and their families/caretakers. Treatment approaches vary, including CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing. Offers family therapy and couples counseling as well. Intermittently run support group services for adults. 


East Aurora Counseling, Ltd.

Patrick Noonan, LCPC
143 South Lincoln Ave Suite I Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 486-3800
eastauroracounseling143@gmail.com

Offers individual, couples and family therapy, play therapy and case management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Elena Kaiser, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC

Counseling & Art Therapy
5225 Old Orchard Road, Suite 45 Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 337-2377
kaiser.elena@comcast.net

Provides couples therapy in the home or facility-based. 


Innovative Counseling Partners

Deana Gaston
715 Lake St., Suite 800 Oak Park, IL 60301 
(708) 406-7319

Provides individual, family, and relationship therapy for individuals with ASD and their families, as well as social skills group services to children and teens (ages 7-15) with ASD. 


 kiND therapy + wellness

Amanda Besinger, LCSW
4910 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625
773.789.9524
amanda@kindchicago.com

Offers individual, couples, parent and family therapy to children, teens and adults specializing in neurodivergence to support needs including anxiety, depression, + mood; child development, adhd, autism-related needs, sensory processing disorder, identity and trauma.


Konick & Associates

3380 Lacrosse Lane, Ste. 106-107, Naperville, IL 60564
64 Orland Square Drive, Ste. 112, Orland Park, IL 60462
630-206-4060
info@konickandassociates.com

Provides compassionate child, adolescent, adult, family, and couples counseling with a focus on neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, and more). Other services include parent coaching, neuropsychological assessments for all ages, and a virtual game night for neurodiverse young adults 18+.


Northwest Behavioral Health Services

415 W. Golf Rd., STE 16 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 577-090

Specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Services include evaluation, individual therapy, family and/or couples therapy, and ABA. 


SociAbility

899 Skokie Blvd., Suite 204, Northbrook, IL 60062
(773) 562-9151

Provides individual, group and couples therapy specializing in working with autistic individuals.

Group Therapy

AANE - Asperger/Autism Network

AANE offers social activities and events to give post-high school adults with Asperger/autism profiles the opportunity to connect in a welcoming environment, have fun, pursue special interests, and build relationships.  Interest Groups have been created so you can explore a shared special interest, such as music, gaming, trivia, creative writing, and more with equally avid peers. Fees vary for interest groups, but financial assistance is available through discounted options on the registration pages.


Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment and Services (AARTS) Center

Rush University Medical Center
1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 603 Chicago, IL 60612
aartsgroups@rush.edu
(312) 942-6331

Social skills and Sex/Relationship Education groups for adults. 


Access Living

115 West Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 640-2100  

Access Living offers services and support for people with disabilities in Chicago including home and community based services (personal support workers, support group, independent living skills classes, etc.), housing services, youth programs and legal services. 


Accepting Therapy

107 W. Van Buren St., Ste 205 Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 442- 2338

Individual therapy for individuals with well-developed verbal skills. Ages: 2+


Advanced Behavioral Solutions

2060 E. Algonquin Rd., Suite 720 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 496-4693
advancedbehavioral@msn.com

Therapy conducted in a group setting to develop certain social skills. Groups are tailored to meet the needs of individuals who are participating.


Ascension: Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center

1786 Moon Lake Blvd. Suite 202, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
847-755-8536
ahbhhheresourcecenter@ascension.org

Provides brief counseling services for individuals (all ages, children through adulthood) with ASD or a DD who have public insurance/Medicaid (please contact for information about application process). Free services to the public include screenings for autism, resource assessments, behavioral consults, triage to services, and monthly recreational groups. Social skills groups for grades pre-k/kindergarten, 3rd-5th and high school. Occasionally, Young adult and Adult groups as well. 


Astute Counseling and Wellness Center 

Multiple providers 
3001 N Southport Avenue Second Floor Chicago, IL 60657 (Lakeview)
info@astutecounseling.com 
773-799-8966 

Mental health services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and their family members, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Cognitive delays, Tourette’s, OCD, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and any patient with atypical neurological development and neurodivergent presentation. Therapists hold a QIDP certification from the Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities to conduct supportive services for people with IDD and their families/caretakers. Treatment approaches vary, including CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing. Offers family therapy and couples counseling as well. Intermittently run support group services for adults. 


Behavioral Psychology Associates

Locations in Arlington Heights, Barrington and Schaumburg
847-303-1880

Provides individual, group and family therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model for children, teens and adults.


Chicago Autism and Behavior Specialists (CAB)

901 W. Hawthorn Dr. Itasca IL 60143
800-844-1232
info@autismbehaviorspecialists.com

Provides comprehensive ABA treatment programs tailored to child’s individual needs (serves 0 - 26 years old).


Continuum Behavioral Health - Autism Spectrum Alliance

2325 Dean Street Suite 750 St. Charles, IL 60175 
630-286-0026
mkimener@autismspectrumalliance.com
General information: 877-274-4584; Contact@autismspectrumalliance.com

Continuum Autism Spectrum Alliance provides quality ABA services in the Western suburbs. Also providing online social skills groups (at-home) for pre-teens through young adults. 


Dragon Haven
 
Daniel Allen, MS, CTRS 
Recreational Therapist
815-344-9443

Group therapy serves for kids between 9-17 and for young adults. Dragon Haven utilizes games like Dungeons & Dragons to help players build the skills needed to excel at the game table, and in the real world. By combining recreational therapeutic models with the ever-popular and incredibly fun D&D system, we offer online and in-person (Connecticut) social skills groups. 


Equipped at Willow Creek Community Church

67 E. Algonquin Road South Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 404-7452
mpilafas@willowcreek.org 

Support group for parents of children with special needs. Parents break out in small groups (eight to 14 per table) to discuss concerns, needs spiritual growth. Children's program provided during meetings. Siblings welcome. Call for next meeting dates and times. Teen and Young Adult groups also available. 


Healing Connections Counseling, PC

Paula Sejut-Dvorak, MA, LCPC
13717 South Route 30, Unit 153 Plainfield, Illinois 60544
815-676-6811
info@hcctherapy.com

HCC provides group social skills training for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety and depression.


Innovative Psychotherapy Solutions (IPS)

Michael "Dr. Mike" Mihajlovic, PsyD
550 Frontage Road #3535 Northfield, IL 60093
(224) 326-0118
info@achievepositivechange.com

Provides diagnostic assessment, individual therapy and social skills groups for individuals with ASD, ages 2-21. 


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.


Jeanne D. Beckman, PhD

Winnetka, IL 60093
Phone: (847) 446-1251
Email: techpsych@techpsychologist.com

Provides group therapy depending on individual needs, using a cognitive-behavioral approach.


KGH Autism Services

(224) 326-2206
intake@kghautismservices.com
1161 Lake Cook Rd Deerfield, IL 60015

Specializing in developmental-based ABA therapy (NDBI, ESDM) for infants, toddlers and preschoolers with ASD, in the home or at their specialized center. Providing therapeutic preschool and kindergarten, SLP, OT, mental health, parent training, sibling support, social groups, community support, significant problematic behavior support (FA) from early childhood through young adulthood. KGH also offers a Teen & Young Adult Center with a teaching apartment for teaching life skills. Serving Chicagoland, North Shore, West Suburbs, Northwest Suburbs, and Far North Suburbs. KGH has been supporting children and families for over 19 years.


Lake County Center for Independent Living (LCCIL)

Lake County Office: 377 N. Seymour Ave. Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 949-4440
McHenry County Office: 5400 W. Elm Street, Suite 106 McHenry, IL 60050
(855) 246-8531
info@lccil.org

Provides information & referrals service, independent life skills training, peer mentoring, advocacy and transition services.


Loyola Adult Psychiatry 

(888) 584-7888
Online Scheduling 
Offers services in multiple locations: Loyola Medicine Burr Ridge, Loyola Medicine Maywood - Roosevelt Road, Loyola Medicine Oakbrook Terrace, Loyola Outpatient Center, and MacNeal Hospital. 

Provide diagnostic assessment, therapy, psychopharmacological evaluations, and medication management. Offer individual, family and group counseling, parenting education classes and grief counseling.


MGB Services, Inc

Maria Bellantuono, LCPC
2625 Butterfield Rd, Suite 1385. Oakbrook IL
Additional location in Arlington Heights
847-701-4409
mariab@mgbservices.org

Provides individual and group therapy, parent training, and family consultation and coaching to individuals with ASD, Intellectual and developmental disorders across the lifespan.


PASSAGE Hosted by Clearbrook

PASSAGE (Planning Asperger Syndrome Success and Generating Experiences)
1835 West Central Road Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 385-5018
tmartin@clearbrook.org

Gatherings for adults (age 22 and up) focus on interactive communication within a social atmosphere. On occasion, speakers present on a subject of interest to the group, which may include employment, housing, transportation, independent living, and other relevant topics. Young adults are able to enjoy game nights, time to socialize, potluck appetizers or desserts, and more. Parents, professionals, and community members are provided time for networking and fellowship as well. Contact for next meeting dates and times. 


Peers Social Skills Program

Deerfield location:
747 Lake Cook Road, Suite 213E Deerfield, IL 60015
Westmont location:
825 N. Cass Ave., Suite 311 Westmont, IL 60559
(847) 494-3188
peerschicago@gmail.com

The PEERS Social Skills Program is a manualized, social skills training intervention for adolescents and young adults. Developed by researchers at UCLA, it has a strong evidence-base for use with teens and young adults with Asperger’s syndrome, autism, and similar social and communication challenges. The group is facilitated by Diane Gould, LCSW & BCBA, and Fran Shapiro, NCSP.


Robin's Key Speech, Language, and Learning, PLLC

847-868-2447
info@robinskeylearning.com
4905 Old Orchard Center, Suite 435, Skokie, IL 60077

Provides teletherapy speech services for ages 3-22 and in-person and virtual social skills groups for ages 11-17. Click here for list of current groups (rolling enrollment


Portrait Health Centers

Vicki Bolina, PhD
175 E Hawthorn Parkway, Suite 235, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 737-8787

Accepting new patients; next availability in December. Specializes in clients presenting with autism, learning disorders and anxiety. 


The Second City Training Center

Improv for ASD Program - Adults Class
1608 N. Wells St. Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (312) 664-3959 (main)

Improv for ASD offers a class in improvisation for teens and adults with autism spectrum disorder. Classes will focus on ensemble and team building to help with the exploration of different relationships and social cues. Improvisational games used in this class will teach the students skills such as accessing emotions and storytelling. This will be done in a safe and fun setting where the students can explore and challenge themselves. Improvisation is a great tool to work through many types of barriers which stand in the way of creativity and socialization.


SociAbility

Genevieve Thorton, PsyD
899 Skokie Blvd., Suite 204 Northbrook, IL 60062
(773) 562-9151

Provides individual and group therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model.


Stepping Up & Out (SUO - Aspiritech)

Highland Park, IL and Chicago, IL
SUO@aspiritech.org or 312-945-8378.

SUO is a social program that meets on Sundays from Noon-5:00 PM in Highland Park and on Saturdays from 10 am. to 2 p.m. in Chicago, in addition to some weekday clubs from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. Programs are free, but RSVP's are required. Facebook page.


Susan Myket, Ph.D & Associates

1415 Bond Street, Suite1415 Bond Street, Suite 127 - Naperville, IL 60563
630-355-9002

Provides evaluation services, individual and group-based treatment, parent management training (individual and group) and psychotherapy to parents, families and siblings. Complete contact form to initiate services. 

Hippotherapy and Therapeutic Riding

Hippotherapy vs. Therapeutic Riding 

What is hippotherapy?

Hippotherapy is a physical, occupational and speech therapy treatment strategy that utilizes equine movement. A certified therapist uses the horse's movement to provide carefully graded sensory input to improve neurological function and sensory processing. Hippotherapy has been shown to improve muscle tone, balance, posture, coordination, motor development as well as emotional well-being (American Hippotherapy Association Inc., 2007) .

What is therapeutic riding?

Therapeutic riding is appropriate for less involved (physically, mentally) clients who want social aspect of a sport along with strengthening, or as an adjunct to therapy for someone already receiving physical therapy, occupational therapy or sensory therapy. It is recommended that students are able to sit independently. Many of the inherent benefits to horseback riding (trunk strength, stretch to legs, modulation of sensory input) still apply. Equipment used typically encourages independent balance and riding positions/disciplines.


Blazing Prairie Stars, Inc. 

47W635 Beith Road Maple Park, IL 60151
blazingps@msn.com
(630) 365-5550

Provides hippotherapy as a strategy for occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech therapy to meet client-centered goals.


BraveHearts

Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center
Sarah Newland, program director
7319 Maxon Road Harvard, IL 60033
(815) 943-8226 or (815) 765-2113

BraveHearts is a PATH International-premier accredited center (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) whose programs teach horseback riding skills to children and adults with cognitive and/or physical disabilities as well as therapeutic carriage driving lessons and a wide variety of recreational therapy activities.


Bull Run Equestrian Center

Contact: Loren Gineris, PT
dljjjgineris@sbcglobal.net
P.O. Box 870, 3N065 Anderson Road Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 715-0354

Strides In Motion is a program in which physical therapists work with side-walkers, horse leaders, and arena assistants to combine clinic-based treatments with hippotherapy in order to achieve a client's functional goals in a natural setting.


Central Illinois Riding Therapy

Judith Kruse
305 Neumann Drive East Peoria, IL 61611
(309) 699-3710
cirt@cirt.info

Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.


Equestrian Connection

Diana Schnell, executive director
600 N. Bradley Road Lake Forest, IL, 60045
(847) 615-8696
info@equestrianconnection.org

Hippotherapy, art therapy, and therapeutic riding are offered with features such as a 16,000 square foot heated arena, riding trails, an outdoor arena, therapy rooms, job and living skill programs, after school clubs, summer and spring camps, and massage therapy for both clients and caregivers.


EquiTherapy

9501 N. Austin Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 965-1632

Provides therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.


Equine Dreams

Mailing address: P.O. Box 372 Sandwich, IL 60548
(815) 690-8144
ride@equinedreams.org

Provides hippotherapy therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with special needs.


Freedom Woods

9501 Austin Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 967-9800
freedomwoodsfarm@ymail.com

Provides therapeutic riding and hippotherapy; program placement will be determined via an evaluation performed by a licensed therapist.


Friends for Therapeutic Equine Activities

28W051 Liberty St. Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 588-8543
info@ftea.org

Provides individualized therapeutic activities for people with disabilities.


Heather Ridge Farm

Cheryl Case
31309 E. 2500 N. Road Cabrey, IL 60919
(630) 853-9813
heatherridgestables@yahoo.com

Provides individualized therapeutic riding for people with disabilities. Get more information about services and fees.


Holistic Riding Equestrian Therapy

Chicago and surrounding suburbs

Marlene Karman
630-878-8096
holisticriding19@gmail.com 

HRET is passionately committed to empowering the lives of individuals with varied physical, emotional, cognitive, and social abilities through the spirit of the horse. Our programs include therapeutic riding (unmounted and mounted activities), veteran programs, farm and nature experience, and trail classes. We have no age restrictions and we strive to accommodate all individuals. 


Horsefeathers Therapeutic Riding NFP

Nicholas Coyne or Paula Lundell
1181 Riverwoods Road Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-2411
nick@horsefeatherscenter.org or paula.m.lundell@horsefeatherscenter.org

Equine-assisted treatment programs for people of all ages and all abilities conducted one-on-one to enhance skills that are generalizable for daily life and for boosting self-esteem.


Manhattan Meadows 

Lisa Rizzo, Owner
Route 52 and Huff Road Manhattan, IL 60442
(815) 919-4149

Provides private therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.


Midwest Center for Children's Development NFP

Beth Saip, DPT Clinical Director
4701 N. Oak St Crystal Lake, IL 60012
(815) 788-1020
info@mccdtherapy.com

Provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services with an equine assisted model.


New Kingdom Trailriders

18929 81st. St. Sherrard, IL, 61281
(309) 764-4220
info@nktriders.org

Provides therapeutic horse riding and motion therapy.


Paradise Equestrian Therapy Center

18146 East Country Road 750 N. Charleston, IL, 61920
(217) 232-0022
petcenter2007@yahoo.com

Specialized therapeutic horse riding sessions created for each individual by a therapeutic riding instructor or a health professional.


Partners for Progress NFP

Amanda Braden
amanda@partnersforprogressnfp.org
23525 W. Milton Road Wauconda, IL, 60084
(847) 438-5400

Provides therapeutic riding and hippotherapy.


Pegasus Special Riders, Inc.

6668 S. Carthage Road, P.O. Box 293 Oregon, IL 61061
(815) 973-3177
admin@pegasusspecialriders.org

Provides equine assisted therapy to physically, mentally and/or emotionally challenged individuals with the help of physical therapists, trained instructors, medical experts, and volunteers.


Rainbow Riders

822 200th Ave. Monmouth, IL, 61462
(309) 734-4849
karenangotti@gmail.com

Therapeutic horseback riding program for children with special needs that provides safe, professional, and affordable therapeutic horseback riding opportunities that contribute to the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of each child.


Ray Graham Association

Hanson Center Horsemanship Program
horsemanship@raygraham.org
(630) 620-2222

Therapeutic riding lessons for individuals with a wide range of disabilities including physical, intellectual, developmental, sensory, and social.


Rocky Lane Farms 

Joanie Keyes
2044 Walnut Grove Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 428-9255

Program just begun. Competitive riding for Special Olympics (three competitions). Ages: 8 and up. Private insurance accepted.


Sojourn Therapeutic Riding Center

Barbara Mulry
24861 S. 88th Ave. Frankfort, IL, 60423
(708) 539-3078
bmulry@gmail.com

Provides equine assisted therapy to physically, mentally and/or emotionally challenged individuals.


School for Therapeutic and Recreational Riding (STARR)

3180 S. Mount Zion Road Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 864-2463

Therapeutic horseback riding for children with special needs.


Walk On

Mary Illing
26665 W Cuba Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 381-4231
walkonfarm@walkonfarm.org or milling@walkonfarm.org

Equine assisted activities for people with physical, cognitive, social and emotional disabilities.


White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center

Whiteside County Fairgrounds
201 W. Winfield St. Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-2669
rideatwhoa@yahoo.com

Provides recreational, educational, therapeutic, and social opportunities for persons with disabilities by virtue of interactions with horses.

Music Therapy

ChiME (Chicago Center for Music Education) 

1148 West Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60643
312-738-2646

The Diverse Abilities program which teaches and enhances musical and nonmusical life skills with tools and activities like singing, percussive instrument play, dance, and visual aids. Repertoire includes age-appropriate, high-energy, and culturally diverse songs from a variety of genres and countries. ChiME’s music therapists use their expertise and therapeutic skills to adapt the activities to each child’s unique ability level. For more information on ChiME's Classroom Music for Diverse Abilities programs, please contact
​Alli Dunn at adunn@chimemusic.org or call. 


Creative Exchange Music Therapy Clinic

Craig Christiansen, MT-BC, president & Kari Christiansen, director
1527 Westchester Blvd., Suite One South Westchester, IL 60154
(708) 345-6100 or (773) 562-6202
info@creativeexchangemusic.com

Music therapy clinic developed as an innovative and model communication program that serves primarily individuals with autism spectrum disorder.


Dynamic Lynks

1100 Lake Street, Suite 100C Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 620-2373
info@dynamiclynks.com

Dynamic Lynks provides comprehensive therapeutic sessions and classes to spark lasting change in the unique mind-body connection of Autism. Through music therapy and adaptive yoga, we give your child the opportunity to succeed without intimidation or isolation.


J.O.B. Music Connection, Inc.

Jeanne O. Besetzny, MA, MT-BC, NMT, Orff-Schulwerk Level III Certified
1105 N. Delphia Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 490-5514
jobmusic@comcast.net

Provides individual home-based and community-based music therapy services utilizing neurologic music therapy techniques to address speech/language skills, including PECS; fine/gross motor skills; cognitive/academic skills (language for learning; reading mastery; math skills); social/emotional skills, including social stories.


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.

Occupational Therapy

Advocate Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

5150 Northwest Highway Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847) 842-4057

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages. 


AMITA Health Rehabilitation Services Schaumburg

Golf Point Plaza Shopping Center, 347 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195
Phone: (847) 490-6928

Provides Occupational, Speech and Physical therapies. Partnered with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab


Amy Zier and Associates

Jenny Patino - office manager
2319 N Orchard Street Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 755-7791
AZAOffice@gmail.com

Amy Zier and Associates provides occupational therapy evaluation and services for individuals with sensory and emotional-regulatory challenges.


Association for Individual Development

309 W. New Indian Trail Court Aurora, IL 60506
Serving Aurora and McHenry 
(630) 966-4050

Provides child and adult services. Services for children include evaluation, psychiatry for medication management, outpatient therapy (individual, family, group, parent), and case management. Services for adults include psychiatry for medication management, day programming, employment training and placement support, and both residential and supported living.


Autism Care Therapy

855-5-AUTISM; 630-687-8583
info@autismcaretherapy.com 
Lombard: 44 W. Roosevelt Rd. 
Oak Lawn: 4700 W 95th St. 
Chicago: 4830 N Pulaski Rd.

Provides ABA, OT, SLP and parent training services, as well as diagnostic evaluations. Accepts some Medicaid plans.  


BDI Playhouse Children's Therapy

Aurora: 600 N. Commons Drive, Suite 102 Aurora, IL  60504 
Orland Park: 11411 W. 183rd Street. Suite B Orland Park 60467
708.478.1820 

Provides Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy along with Aquatic Therapy, Gait Clinic, Feeding Clinic, Casting and Bike Riding Lessons for kids and young adults (birth - 25).


Beth Osten & Associates

9833 Woods Drive Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 663-1020

Multidisciplinary therapy program focused on skill-building and tailored to meet the needs of children, adolescents, and adults. Services include Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Developmental Therapy for ages, birth to three years. Mental health services and specialty services are also available.


Center for Health Services

2500 W Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169                                                                     
(847) 893 9788 
info@centerforhealthservices.org  

Provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Behavior Therapy Speech Therapy, Specialty Therapy Services and Family Therapy and / Counseling. Additionally, the center provides Nutrition Therapy and Health and Wellness education. 


Chicago Pediatric Therapy & Wellness Center, LLC

1739 N Elston Avenue. Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 672-7775

Chicago Pediatric Therapy & Wellness Center, LLC is a therapist-owned, pediatric therapy clinic that provides physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, developmental therapy, aba/autism therapy, and social work services in the clinic, home, or school setting.


Edward-Elmhurst Hospital

To reach the rehabilitation team at Elmhurst Hospital, please call. View phone numbers by locations in: Elmhurst, Crest Hill, Lombard, Naperville, Plainfield.

Occupational therapists provide a full suite of services for individuals and injured workers at multiple locations. Specialized services include lymphedema therapy, cognitive therapy, sensory therapy and hand therapy.


Key Autism Services

ABA and Social Skills Groups

In clinic locations in Norwood Park and Oak Lawn. Providing in-home ABA in Chicago, North Shore, Rogers Park, Naperville, Western Suburbs, Northern Suburbs, Schaumburg and Orland Park.


KGH Autism Services

(224) 326-2206
intake@kghautismservices.com
1161 Lake Cook Rd Deerfield, IL 60015

Specializing in developmental-based ABA therapy (NDBI, ESDM) for infants, toddlers and preschoolers with ASD, in the home or at their specialized center. Providing therapeutic preschool and kindergarten, SLP, OT, mental health, parent training, sibling support, social groups, community support, significant problematic behavior support (FA) from early childhood through young adulthood. KGH also offers a Teen & Young Adult Center with a teaching apartment for teaching life skills. Serving Chicagoland, North Shore, West Suburbs, Northwest Suburbs, and Far North Suburbs. KGH has been supporting children and families for over 19 years.


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.


Loyola Center for Rehabilitation on Roosevelt

1219 W. Roosevelt Road Maywood, IL 60153
708-216-5300

Provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for ages 18+.


Mobile Therapy Centers of America

1870 W. Winchester Rd #203 Libertyville, IL, 60048
(847) 816-7200
info@mtcus.com

MTC provides free developmental screenings. Speech/Language, ABA, Behavioral and Occupational Therapy services are provided either in home, at our center or in your child’s regular school or childcare setting.


Nature’s Edge Therapy Center, Inc.

Director Becky Payne, MATCCC/SLP/HPCS
2523 14¾ Avenue Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 859 6670

Assessment and treatment for patients that have fine motor delays, sensory integration dysfunction, feeding challenges, assessing for adaptive equipment, difficulty attending and following direction, as well as emotional and behavioral deficits.


NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals 

Locations in Indiana: Indianapolis, Crown Point, South Bend, Mishawaka, Bremen 
(574) 277- 2635


Northwestern Medicine Outpatient Rehab

2111 Midlands Court Sycamore, Illinois 60178
Outpatient rehab center 
630-933-1500

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapies to children and adults. 


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPorte Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


Rush University Medical Center

Adult OT:
1725 W. Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60612; other locations throughout Chicagoland area. 
(312) 563-2454

Provides occupational therapy evaluation and treatment.


Saint Anthony Hospital - Rehabilitation Services

Saint Anthony Hospital: 2875 West 19th Street Chicago, IL 60623 (773.484.4150)
Little Village Clinic: 3059 West 26th Street (773.696.9050)
Kedzie Clinic: 4455 South Kedzie Avenue (773.523.2416)
SAH Physical Therapy: 1600 West 13th Street (312.243.5582)

Saint Anthony Hospital offers individualized treatment plans, covering a wide variety of needs, for all ages – now at four convenient locations. Rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy, audiology, and speech therapy.


Small Friends Therapy

Emily Romasanta, MS, OTR-L
(773) 951-7201
smallfriendstherapy@gmail.com

Provides occupational therapy evaluation, consultation, and treatment. Serves ages 3 - 21.


Strive ABA Consultants

Serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas
In-clinic services located in Oak Forest, Merriville and Chicago (Southside – 60643) 
773-589-4667
striveabaconsultants@gmail.com

Provides in-clinic and in-home (when appropriate) ABA therapy for children ages, 2-26 and serves Chicagoland area, including north and south side, South Suburbs and Joliet area. Additionally, provides Speech, Occupational & Feeding therapies, along with AAC evaluation and support securing a device through insurance as appropriate. Provides financial assistance for diagnostic evaluations, delivered by Adapt Psychological Services. Accepts some Medicaid plans. Strive assists with transportation to clinics as needed at no cost to families. 


SwedishAmerican Hospital

Pediatric Therapy And Adult Speech Therapy
209 9th St, Rockford, IL 61104
(779) 696-4470

The staff includes registered and licensed occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists. We treat children with a variety of diagnosis, including, autism, attention deficit disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, cognitive and developmental delays, language disorders, hearing loss, sensory integration dysfunction and many more.


Uniquely You 

(779) 707-3717
welcome@uniquelyyou.email
400 E. Lincoln Hwy Suite 102 New Lenox, IL 60451

Provides OT, Individual and group therapy to individuals across the lifespan. Uniquely You Behavioral Health is dedicated to serving the neurodivergent (ND) community and their families, with specialization in support ASD, ADHD, Trauma, Parents, Siblings and Couples or Family Therapy. Utilizes a variety of play-based (DIR/Floortime) and traditional therapy models. Insurance information here.


Vital Rehabilitation

5820 W. Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 685-8482; 773-975-6830
contact@vitalrehabilitation.com

Provides physical therapy evaluations in the clinic, home or community. Provides Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Aquatic therapy, Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT) and Cuevas MEDEK Exercise (CME). Medicaid taken only at Lakeview location.

Physical Therapy

Advocate Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

5150 Northwest Highway Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847)842-4057

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages. 


AMITA Health Rehabilitation Services Schaumburg

Golf Point Plaza Shopping Center, 347 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 490-6928

Provides Occupational, Speech and Physical therapies. Partnered with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab


BDI Playhouse Children's Therapy

Aurora: 600 N. Commons Drive, Suite 102 Aurora, IL  60504 
Orland Park: 11411 W. 183rd Street. Suite B Orland Park 60467
708.478.1820 

Provides Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy along with Aquatic Therapy, Gait Clinic, Feeding Clinic, Casting and Bike Riding Lessons for kids and young adults (birth - 25).


Beth Osten & Associates

9833 Woods Drive Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 663-1020

Multidisciplinary therapy program focused on skill-building and tailored to meet the needs of children, adolescents, and adults. Services include Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Developmental Therapy for ages, birth to three years. Mental health services and specialty services are also available.


Center for Health Services

2500 W Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169                                                                          
(847) 893 9788 
info@centerforhealthservices.org  

Provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Behavior Therapy Speech Therapy, Specialty Therapy Services and Family Therapy and / Counseling. Additionally, the center provides Nutrition Therapy and Health and Wellness education. 


Chicago Pediatric Therapy & Wellness Center, LLC

1739 N Elston Avenue. Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 672-7775

Chicago Pediatric Therapy & Wellness Center, LLC is a therapist-owned, pediatric therapy clinic that provides physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, developmental therapy, aba/autism therapy, and social work services in the clinic, home, or school setting.


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care. 


Lisa Barich, PT

9707 Skokie Blvd., Suite 402 Skokie, IL 60077
(773) 616-7638
barichlisag@gmail.com

Provides physical therapy evaluation and treatment, addressing gross motor skills, motor planning, orthotics, compression garments and biomechanics alignment.


Loyola Center for Rehabilitation on Roosevelt

1219 W. Roosevelt Road Maywood, IL 60153
708-216-5300

Provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for ages 18+.


Nature’s Edge Therapy Center, Inc.

Director Becky Payne, MATCCC/SLP/HPCS
2523 14¾ Ave. Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 859-6670

Assessment and treatment for patients that have gross motor delays and motor planning deficits, as well as assessing for adaptive equipment. Private insurance accepted.


Northwestern Medicine Outpatient Rehab

2111 Midlands Court Sycamore, Illinois 60178
Outpatient rehab center 
630-933-1500

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapies to children and adults. 


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPort Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


Rush University Medical Center

Adult PT:
1725 W. Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60612; other locations throughout Chicagoland area. 
(312) 563-2454

Provides occupational therapy evaluation and treatment.


Saint Anthony Hospital - Rehabilitation Services

Saint Anthony Hospital: 2875 West 19th Street Chicago, IL 60623 (773.484.4150)
Little Village Clinic: 3059 West 26th Street (773.696.9050)
Kedzie Clinic: 4455 South Kedzie Avenue (773.523.2416)
SAH Physical Therapy: 1600 West 13th Street (312.243.5582)

Saint Anthony Hospital offers individualized treatment plans, covering a wide variety of needs, for all ages – now at four convenient locations. Rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy, audiology, and speech therapy.


Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital (Sinai Health System)

Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital (Sinai Health System)
1401 South California Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60608
773.522.2010

Schwab’s pediatric rehabilitation program serves children and adolescents with disabling medical conditions and their families including autism spectrum disorder.


SwedishAmerican Hospital

Pediatric Therapy And Adult Speech Therapy
209 9th St, Rockford, IL 61104
(779) 696-4470

The staff includes registered and licensed occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists. We treat children with a variety of diagnosis, including, autism, attention deficit disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, cognitive and developmental delays, language disorders, hearing loss, sensory integration dysfunction and many more.


Vital Rehabilitation

5820 W. Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 685-8482; 773-975-6830
contact@vitalrehabilitation.com

Provides physical therapy evaluations in the clinic, home or community. Provides Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Aquatic therapy, Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT) and Cuevas MEDEK Exercise (CME). Medicaid taken only at Lakeview location.

Psychotherapy

Accepting Therapy

107 W. Van Buren St., Ste 205 Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 442- 2338

Individual therapy for individuals with well-developed verbal skills. Ages: 2+


ACCESS at Anixter Center

6610 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 973-7900

A comprehensive primary health care facility that provides coordinated medical, psychiatric and psychological outpatient services to adults with autism in the Chicago area serving ages 18 years and up.


Advanced Behavioral Solutions

2060 E. Algonquin Road Suite 720 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 496-4693
advancedbehavioral@msn.com

Provides individual psychotherapy using a cognitive-behavioral approach for children and young adults on the ASD/PDD spectrum. Vocational Assessment, Planning, and Career Counseling also available. 


Advocate Illinois Masonic Behavioral Health

Chicago: 938 W. Nelson St. Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 296-3220
Oak Lawn: 4700 W 95th St Suite LL5 Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(800) 216-1110
Bolingbrook: 440 Quadrangle Drive, Suite K Bolingbrook, IL 60440

The Behavioral Health Services team at Advocate provides a comprehensive array of inpatient services for children, adolescents and adults, as well as intensive outpatient services for teens (13-17) and adults with well-developed verbal skills and co-morbid depression and/or anxiety. 


All Kinds of Minds Therapy, PLLC

708 Church Street #221, Evanston Il
allkindsofmindstherapy@gmail.com
847-612-0149

Providing mental health treatment in the context of Neurodivergence for children, teens and adults. Additional services include Couples therapy for Mixed Neurotype couples and parent coaching. Sessions can be conducted in office, in community and virtually. 


Ascension: Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center

1786 Moon Lake Blvd. Suite 202, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
847-755-8536
ahbhhheresourcecenter@ascension.org

Provides brief counseling services for individuals (all ages, children through adulthood) with ASD or a DD who have public insurance/Medicaid (please contact for information about application process). Free services to the public include screenings for autism, resource assessments, behavioral consults, triage to services, and monthly recreational groups. Social skills groups for grades pre-k/kindergarten, 3rd-5th and high school. Occasionally, Young adult and Adult groups as well. 


Anne Elyse Morrill-Ploum, LCPC 

10540 South Western Avenue SUITE 506 Chicago, IL 60643
(773) 923-1874

Provides individual and family therapy for children and young adults ages 3-25 years with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, kids and teens with challenging behaviors, ADHD and executive skills deficits, learning disabilities, attachment, trauma, and abuse. 


Art of Balance

Alyse R Malmborg, Counselor, MA, LCPC
1409 W Irving Park Rd  Chicago, Illinois 60613 
(312) 667-2677

Provides individual therapy services to adolescents and adults with verbal language.


Ashley Allis Therapy

Address: 708 Church Street Suite 221 Evanston, IL 60201
ALLISTHERAPY@GMAIL.COM
(262) 215-6506

Provides outpatient therapy to teenagers, young adults, and adults with high functioning autism. I also provide psychoeducation and support to the family members using a strength-based approach to therapy. Ages: Pre-teens to Adults


Aspire

Erica Sokol, LCPC
4100 Litt Drive Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 632-5502, ext. 3889
esokol@aspirechicago.com

Aspire’s licensed professionals are experienced working with individuals on the autism spectrum. Using a combination of therapies, person centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, and expressive therapy to address concerns and support individuals to achieve a life of independence. Ages: 18 years and up.


Astute Counseling and Wellness Center 

Multiple providers 
3001 N Southport Avenue Second Floor Chicago, IL 60657 (Lakeview)
info@astutecounseling.com 
773-799-8966 

Mental health services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and their family members, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Cognitive delays, Tourette’s, OCD, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and any patient with atypical neurological development and neurodivergent presentation. Therapists hold a QIDP certification from the Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities to conduct supportive services for people with IDD and their families/caretakers. Treatment approaches vary, including CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing. Offers family therapy and couples counseling as well. Intermittently run support group services for adults. 


Associates in Psychotherapy

Michelle Chaban, PhD
Samantha Fox, Psy.D
Allison Popper Yambor, LCSW

(866) 220-8371
Offices in Chicago, Evanston, and Deerfield

Provides individual and group psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with ASD. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Association House

1116 N. Kedzie Avenue Chicago, IL 60651
Behavioral Health Receptionist: 773-772-8009
773-772-7170 (Spanish speaking)

Offers counseling and case management for individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities or co-occurring disorders. Respite care open to individuals with developmental disabilities, all ages, based on state criteria from DD. Funding becomes available at beginning of fiscal year, July 1st, and is offered until it is depleted. Parents must supply their own respite worker to provide in-home care. Contact Veronica Lopez for respite services: 773-772-8009, extn. 6711


Behavioral Learning
Forest Park, Illinois & Telehealth 
acarris@behavioral-learning.com
(312) 720-9473

Guided by the principles of behavior analysis and framework of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, our individual work together will begin with values clarification. 


Behavioral Psychology Associates

Locations in Arlington Heights, Barrington and Schaumburg
847-303-1880

Provides individual, group and family therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model for children, teens and adults.


Bellosa Counseling, LLC

Christine Bellosa, MA, LCPC
Therapist for Individuals, Couples &  Families
Park Ridge: 350 S. Northwest Highway, Suite 300, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847.656.5259
St. Charles: 100 Illinois St. Suite 200 St. Charles, IL 60174; 847.220.4977
Christine@BellosaCounseling.com

Provides individuals with ASD of all ages therapy, and well as with couple & family counseling, sibling support and help in other areas such as IEP education.


Best Self, Inc.

(312) 643-0268
info@bestselfinc.com
1332 North Halsted, Suite 403, Chicago IL 60642

Provides individual therapy for individuals with autism ages 3-22, often incorporating parents and/or caregivers into the therapeutic process.


Center for Enriched Living (CEL)

Robert Vihon Family Resource Center (RVFRC) 
280 Saunders Road Riverwoods, Illinois 60015
847.948.7001

Serve people with all intellectual and developmental disabilities (13+). Family Services: Specialized staff will work with families (one-on-one and in groups) to help them manage life transitions, navigate state-run programs and insurance systems, and prepare guardianship plans. Teen & Adult Services: Specialized staff will work directly with individuals with IDD to build meaningful, independent lives, navigate life’s ups-and-downs, make friends, or deal with the death of a loved one.
Interventions & Treatment: More intensive interventions, tailored to the needs of each member, may include: one-on-one counseling, occupational therapy, or individualized behavior plans.


Center for Health Services

2500 W Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169                                                                         
(847) 893 9788 
info@centerforhealthservices.org  

Provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Behavior Therapy Speech Therapy, Specialty Therapy Services and Family Therapy and / Counseling. Additionally, the center provides Nutrition Therapy and Health and Wellness education. 


Center for Mind Health 

lara@centerformindhealth.com 
847-250-9959
Serving Illinois
 
Offers virtual therapy for individuals of  all ages, specializing in individualized working with individuals with autism with verbal language on social skills training and executive functioning; additional specialties in tics, ADHD, OCD and parent training.


Center for Therapeutic Services

9 Crystal Lake Rd., Suite #210 Lake In The Hills, Illinois 60156 
224.509.8026
4209 W Shamrock Ln. McHenry, IL 60050
815.344.9443

Provides therapy for parents and/or children, teens and adults with ASD, as well as ABA services. 


Chicago Center for Family Health 

Dr. Miriam B. Gutmann, MD 
312-372-4731
ccfh.admin@ccfhchicago.org

Private Practice Locations: Chicago Loop, Skokie
Her practice focuses on therapy and treatment planning for a variety of childhood behavioral and developmental problems, with a special interest in the 0-5 years old population. Her areas of special interest include autism, pervasive developmental disorders and attention deficit disorders. Dr. Gutmann is also experienced in addressing parent-child interactional difficulties and divorce/custody-related issues. Individual adult psychotherapy and medication management of both children and adults are part of comprehensive approach to treatment.


Chicago Psychotherapy, PLLC
 
Chicago (Lincoln Park): 1901 & 1925 N. Clybourn Ave
Evanston: 636 Church St.
Courtney Gray (Clinic Manager): courtney@chicago-psychotherapy.com
773-697-8839, ext 1 (intake line)

Offers diagnostic evaluation and therapy for individuals ages 3+, including gold-standard ASD assessment. Currently offers clinical groups and workshops related to parenting, childhood anxiety & OCD, ADHD, and social skills for children, teens and young adults.


Clarity Clinic

Loop: 333 N Michigan Ave #1400, Chicago, IL, (312) 815-9660
River North: 1 E Superior St #306, Chicago, IL (312) 754-9404
Lakeview – Broadway: 3665 N Broadway, Chicago, IL (773) 496-4433
Lakeview - Belmont:  929 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, (312) 530-0323
Arlington Heights: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd #116, Arlington Heights, IL (847) 666-5339
Evanston: 501 Davis St, Evanston, IL,  (312) 546-4193
Mokena - see webpage

Provides therapy and medication evaluation/management to school-aged children, adolescents and adults with ASD and other mental health needs. Online scheduling here.


Comprehensive Psychological Services, P.C. 

Michael J. Frey, PhD
3233 N. Arlington Heights Road Suite 208 Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(847) 632-0334
MFrey@psych4kids.com

Provides individual therapy utilizing a variety of interventions including a DIR and cognitive-behavioral model.


Comprehensive Psychological & Speech Svcs LLC

Maria Stewart, PhD, SLP
180 West Park Ave Suite 130 Elmhurst, IL 60126
(847) 632-0334
Licensed clinical psychologist and speech pathologist providing individual therapy for all ages, as well as psychological testing and speech and language evaluation and treatment. Experience in working with individuals with ASD who present with language differences, behavioral challenges, emotional challenges and academic/learning concerns. Therapeutic approaches include CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, EMDR, SFBT, and play-based therapy. Languages: English, Greek


Coping Together  

15127 S 73RD Ave. Suite C, Orland Park, IL, 60462
(708) 966-9574
CopingTogether@Outlook.com

Provides mental health counseling and ABA services to help individuals with disabilities address life’s challenges and achieve personal goals in order to experience a higher quality of life. Partners with agencies & group homes in the Chicagoland area to provide therapy/supports for all levels of emotional or physical development. We use a variety of therapeutic treatments which include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Art Therapy, and Solution Focused Treatments.


CORE Connection Counseling

6040 State Route 53, Suite B Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 524-4000
info@coreconnectioncc.com

Provides individual counseling, parenting and family support, social & cognitive skills groups, & emotional regulation groups which include:  Social CBT, Social Theatre ™ and Zen Zones which blends the Zones of Regulation™ curriculum  with Yoga Kids.


Dawn La Brose, MSW, LCSW

Autism & Anxiety Therapists, Inc.
1100 Lake St., Suite 210 E, Oak Park, IL 60301
(847) 338-2525
info@aatherapists.com

Provides therapy to kids, teens, adults and families utilizing a variety of methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Social Thinking Model and the Structured TEACCH Method. Specialties include ASD, anxiety and ADHD.


Daniel Essenpreis, LCSW

Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 322-1347

Provides individual therapy for adolescents, young adults and adults with autism and co-occurring anxiety and depression. Utilizes a variety of models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, and Psychodynamic Theory with a Person-Centered approach.


East Aurora Counseling, Ltd.

Patrick Noonan, LCPC
143 South Lincoln Ave Suite I Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 486-3800
eastauroracounseling143@gmail.com

Offers individual, couples and family therapy, play therapy and case management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Elena Kaiser, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC

Counseling and Art Therapy
2956 Central St. Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 337-2377
kaiser.elena@comcast.net

Uses the creative process of art-making to help her clients improve and enhance their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.


Elevate Counseling + Wellness

Maia Marie Wheeler, LCPC, ATR
Chicago, IL 60604
630-580-8080
305 Quail Ridge Drive Westmont, Illinois 60559
53 W Jackson Blvd, Suite 1501 Chicago, IL 60604
Contact form

Provides therapy for teens, adults, couples and families in Chicago and the Western Suburbs. 


Empathic Counseling Center

Ivy Lynn, LCSW
1601 Sherman Avenue, Suite 510 Evanston, IL 60201
847-565-8083
ivy@empathiccounselingcenter.com

Provides individual psychotherapy to support individuals with Asperger's disorder and high-functioning autism.


Erin Liebman Inc.

Erin Liebman
611 W Briar Pl Suite 3 Chicago, IL 60657
(312) 614-0671

Youth and teen services include individual and family therapy. Therapeutic specialties include: ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, social skills development, peer relationships, and academic underachievement. Specialty is elementary and middle school boys who display challenging behaviors. Young adult services include therapy and coaching. Specialties include: challenges related to careers, relationships, stress, depression, and anxiety. 


Esperanza Health Centers

4700 S California Ave Chicago, IL 60608
Main Line: 773-584-6200
April Hall, LCPC

Provides immediate consultation for behavioral health needs and provide additional psychotherapy sessions as needed. 


The Family Institute at Northwestern University

(847) 733-4300
618 Library Pl Evanston, IL 60201 

Provides individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults, along with family and couples therapy through various evidenced-based models including CBT, DBT, mindfulness and more; Teletherapy sessions are available.


The Finestra Center, LLC

4659 Ravenswood Ave Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 435-6740
info@finestracenter.com

Provides individual therapy in English and Spanish to adults, teens, children and families facing issues related to adjustment to life stressors including developmental, medical, or psychiatric diagnosis of a child or family member.


Genesis Clinical Services
Luis Carlos Mayolo, PsyD
1725 South Naperville Road, Suite 206 Wheaton, IL 60189
630-653-6441

Dr. Mayolo provides psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families, and administers psychological testing/assessments and ADHD evaluations.  He has an extensive background working in school settings providing therapy, consultation, and assessment for children struggling with mood disorders, behavioral disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, learning disabilities, and social skill deficits. 


The Ginkgo Psychology Group

Drs. Kirsten Langley and Samantha Taylor
Chicago: 820 W Jackson, Suite 515 Chicago, IL 60607
Westchester: 2225 Enterprise Drive, Suite 2515 Westchester, IL 60154
312-718-3336
klangley@ginkgopsychology.com

Provides psychotherapy for children, teens, parents, and young adults, as well as developmental assessment and neuropsychological evaluations.


Goodman Psychologist Associates

1200 Harger Road Suite 220 Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 733-1852

Provides individual and family therapy, specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and their families struggling with emotional regulation and behavioral control due to a mood disorder, Autism, ADHD, or life stress.


Greater Elgin Family Care Center

373 Summit St. Elgin, Illinois 60120
(847) 796-6698 x6626

Provides individual therapy for children, teens and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, among other co-occurring and/or presenting needs. 


Guiding Behavior Counseling, LLC

(773) 726-4832
info@guidingbehavior.com

Provides children and adults in-home and community services around the Chicago and Chicagoland areas including behavior support, individual, sibling and family counseling, executive skills development, life skills coaching, and behavioral therapy. Some commercial and Medicare plans accepted. 


Have Dreams

2020 Dempster St. Evanston, IL 60202
847-905-0702
515 Busse Highway Suite 150 Park Ridge. IL 60068
847-685-0250
clinicalintakes@havedreams.org 

Individual therapy for children, teens, and adults (ages 6+) on the autism spectrum are rooted in a person-centered approach and are informed by evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, the TEACCH Structured Teaching methodology, and related interventions. Also offers parent education and support. Virtual and in-person services available. 


Healing Connections Counseling, PC

Paula Sejut-Dvorak, MA, LCPC
13717 South Route 30, Unit 153 Plainfield, Illinois 60544
(815) 676-6811
info@hcctherapy.com

HCC provides individual counseling for children, adolescents and adults using age and developmentally appropriate techniques such as play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.


Hejna & Selkirk Psychological Services 

Oak Park, IL 
Katie Hejna, Psy.D.: 708-943-7827
khejna@hspsychservices.com
Adam Selkirk, Psy.D.: 773-220-5634
aselkirk@hspsychservices.com

Provides child, adolescent and young adult individual psychotherapy, as well as developmental and neuropsychological testing for all ages. 


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.


JCFS Chicago

Therapy Services: 855.275.5237

Offers counseling, support groups or group psychotherapy to parents, children, teens and adults find solutions to the challenges they face. Insurance information here.


Jennifer Eileen Hassler, LCSW, ACSW

1000 Jorie Blvd Suite48, Oak Brook IL 60523
(708) 315-7002
Provides family and individual therapy for ages 3 - adulthood. Area of concentration include children and adolescents, mood disorders in all ages, developmental delays including Autism Spectrum Disorder, eating disorders, clinical assessment and evaluation. Areas of specialty include developmental issues for children, as well as child and adult survivors of abuse, neglect and trauma. 


The Josselyn Center

405 Central Avenue Northfield, Illinois 60093
415 Washington Ave., Suite 200, Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 441-5600

Provides individual, couple, family, and group therapy (ages 3+), psychiatric services (ages 3+), psychological testing (ages 8+), and job coaching/employment services. 


Kathy Abbott, Psy D, PC

3317 W 95th St., Ste. 205 Evergreen Park, IL 60805 
(773) 683-1672

Provides individual therapy to individuals (teens and adults) with high functioning autism. 


Karin McNicholas, MSW, LCSW

425 S. Main St. Suite 100 Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 629-0297

Provides individual therapy.


KGH Autism Services

(224) 326-2206
intake@kghautismservices.com
1161 Lake Cook Rd Deerfield, IL 60015

Specializing in developmental-based ABA therapy (NDBI, ESDM) for infants, toddlers and preschoolers with ASD, in the home or at their specialized center. Providing therapeutic preschool and kindergarten, SLP, OT, mental health, parent training, sibling support, social groups, community support, significant problematic behavior support (FA) from early childhood through young adulthood. KGH also offers a Teen & Young Adult Center with a teaching apartment for teaching life skills. Serving Chicagoland, North Shore, West Suburbs, Northwest Suburbs, and Far North Suburbs. KGH has been supporting children and families for over 19 years.


kiND therapy + wellness

Amanda Besinger, LCSW
4910 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625
773.789.9524
amanda@kindchicago.com

Offers individual, couples, parent and family therapy to children, teens and adults specializing in neurodivergence to support needs including anxiety, depression, + mood; child development, adhd, autism-related needs, sensory processing disorder, identity and trauma.


Konick & Associates

600 S. Washington Suite 105 Naperville, IL 60540
64 Orland Square Drive, Ste. 112, Orland Park, IL 60462
630-206-4060
info@konickandassociates.com

Provides compassionate child, adolescent, adult, family, and couples counseling with a focus on neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, and more). Other services include parent coaching, neuropsychological assessments for all ages, and a virtual game night for neurodiverse young adults 18+.


The Kulkarni Group

Dr. Robert Kulkarni         
4580 Weaver Parkway, Suite 204 Warrenville, IL 60555
630-473-3970

Offers individual and family psychotherapy and psychiatric medication management services to individuals on with ASD, as well as other conditions. 


Lana Roth, LCSW, ACSW 

666 Dundee Road Suite 1302 Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 486-1036
lanaroth@sbcglobal.net

Provides individual therapy to high-functioning adolescents and young adults facing social and emotional challenges.


Linden Oaks Behavioral Health (Edward-Elmhurst Health) 

11512 W 183rd Place, Suite NW Orland Park IL
603-646-6433

Individual Therapy: Dan S. and Megan Cummens provide individual therapy to children and adults with ASD.


LifeStance Health: Edgewood Clinical Services

Naperville: 1288 Rickert Drive, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60540
Barrington:  111 Lions Dr, Suite 210
(630) 428-7890
Stephanie Polan, LCSW 

Provides individual therapy, behavior management therapy, and group therapy services with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching.  See accepted insurances here 


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.


Living Rite

779.777.7335
Contact.Us@LivingRite.org
Algonquin: 2100 North Huntington Dr., 60102
Sycamore: 1625 Bethany Rd #1, 60178

Individual and family therapy for children and adults with autism. 


The LodeStone Center for Behavioral Health

Oak Park: 1110 North Boulevard - (708) 927-0279
Hinsdale: 15 Spinning Wheel Rd., Suite 426, Hinsdale IL 60521 - (708) 927-0279
McHenry: 3923 Mercy Dr., Suite F, McHenry, IL 60050 - 815-344-5061
Woodstock: 111 Dean St., Woodstock, IL 60098 - 815-344-5061
Chicago: 645 North Michigan Ave., Suite 1005, Chicago, IL 60611 - 312-809-7036

Service range from play therapy to one on one therapy to full psychological testing to wellness services.


Lotus Behavioral Wellness

Stephanie Polan, LCSW 
100 Illinois Street Suite 200 St. Charles, IL 60174
(779) 777-5361
meganorr@lotusbehavioralwellness.com

Provides individual therapy (in-person or telehealth) with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching.  See accepted insurances here


Loyola Adult Psychiatry 

(888) 584-7888
Online Scheduling 
Offers services in multiple locations: Loyola Medicine Burr Ridge, Loyola Medicine Maywood - Roosevelt Road, Loyola Medicine Oakbrook Terrace, Loyola Outpatient Center, and MacNeal Hospital. 

Provide diagnostic assessment, therapy, psychopharmacological evaluations, and medication management. Offer individual, family and group counseling, parenting education classes and grief counseling. Must be a current Loyola patient for behavioral health services.  


Mary Donner, LSW

Chicago, IL 60613

Provides individual therapy for adults needing support with LGBTQ+ issues, Gender identity, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergence and/or trauma needs. Primarily utilizes DBT, ACT and/or EMDR modalities in treatment.


Michelle M. Kator, LCSW

Certified RDI Consultant; ACP Consultants
2604 Dempster St.  Suite 510 Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 824-1235, ext. 7
mkator208@wideopenwest.com

Provides individual therapy using RDI for children with autism.


Melissa Amison, LCSW

Brookfield, Illinois 60513
(708) 271-9068
melissaaminsonLCSW@gmail.com

Individual Therapy: Available to all ages to address deficits in social skills, develop coping strategies, improve self-esteem, and any mental health concerns. Also offers play therapy and social skills groups for children ages 5-17.


MGB Services, Inc

Maria Bellantuono, LCPC
2625 Butterfield Rd, Suite 1385. Oakbrook IL
Additional location in Arlington Heights
847-701-4409
mariab@mgbservices.org

Provides individual and group therapy, parent training, and family consultation and coaching to individuals with ASD, Intellectual and developmental disorders across the lifespan.


Midwest Asian Health Association | MAHA

238 W. Cermak Rd, 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60616
312-285-2287
info@maha-us.org

MAHA community mental health clinic promotes public awareness about mental health problems in the Asian American populations and provides community services including programs focused on employment, counseling, navigating health insurance, substance abuse prevention, health screening and specialty clinics.


Mindful Path Behavioral Health and Wellness Inc.

Jillian Poteshman
jillian@mindfulpathbhw.com
53 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1301 Chicago, IL 60604
(847) 440-4592

Jillian supports adolescents and emerging adults (18-29) who are experiencing struggles such as anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, difficulties relating to others, and motivational issues (school and work). She specializes in working with those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, those in relationships with these individuals, as well as their families.


North Shore Psychotherapy, LLC

Orli Ginsburg Firestein, LCSW 
(847) 323-8189 (general)
773.340.0047 (therapist)
orliginsburg@northshorepsychotherapy.com
Locations in Lakeview (Chicago), Skokie & Virtual
2835 N. Sheffield Ave Chicago, IL 60657

Specializes in working with adolescent and adults who identify as neurodivergent (autism, ADHD, learning disabilities)


Northern Illinois University

Psychological Services Center, Psychology/Computer Science Building room 86
Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL 60115
815-753-0591
psc@niu.edu

Services include psychological testing, diagnostic interviews and a variety of psychotherapies, including Individual, couple, family and group therapy, parent education and play-based therapy for children.


Northwest Behavioral Health Services

Providers: Christopher Watson, PhD; Peter Dodzik, PhD

415 W. Golf Rd., STE 16 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 577-0904
lcampo@nwbhs.com

Specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Services include evaluation, individual therapy, family and/or couples therapy, and ABA. 


Oak Brook Behavioral Health

Drs. Osama El Shafie, M.D., Lavinia Myers, M.D., Khadija Khan, M.D.
2803 Butterfield Road Suite 200 Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 424-9204 (Child & Adolescent Services); (630) 424-0652 (Adult Services)

Psychiatrists, psychologists, neuropsychologists, and therapists combine areas of expertise to provide a comprehensive treatment plan that meets the individual needs of each child, adolescent and adult.


The OCD & Anxiety Center

(630) 522-3124
info@theocdandanxietycenter.com
64 Orland Square Dr. Suite 112 , Orland Park, IL
1100 Jorie Blvd. Suites 132 & 243 Oak Brook, IL
Telehealth services available in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa

Provides individual therapy, group therapy, parent training, and social skills groups with specialty in ASD, OCD, anxiety, and other related conditions.  


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPorte Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


Pneuma Therapeutic Services

Lauren Moring, LCSW 
53 West Jackson Boulevard Suite 1615 Chicago, IL 60604
(773) 232-3640
lauren@pneumachicago.com

Provides individual therapy with experience in treating autism, adhd, anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, developmental delays, self-esteem, abuse and trauma. Utilizes play therapy, CBT, EMDR, and a variety of other therapeutic tools to support individual needs. 


Polaris Counseling
Antonio D Salvat, PsyD
800 W 5th Ave Suite 205 Naperville, IL 60563
630-779-0751
contact@polariscounseling.com 

Dr. Salvat specializes in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in couples therapy, family therapy, and individual therapy. Dr. Salvat has experience in working with autistic individuals with strong verbal language skills. 


Portrait Health Centers

Vicki Bolina, PhD
175 E Hawthorn Parkway, Suite 235, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 737-8787

Accepting new patients; next availability in December. Specializes in clients presenting with autism, learning disorders and anxiety. 


Progressive Life Counseling, LLC

Joshua Boyd, LPC 
Chicago, IL 60629 
618-731-6923
progressivelifecounseling18@gmail.com

Specializes in working with children to young adults to navigate things such as autism, trauma, anxiety & depression, identity, anger management, communication, eating disorders, and school/career decisions. Insurance information here.


Psychological Assessment, Consultation, & Treatment (PACT)

Hollie Sobel, PHD
872-588-5585
pact@holliesobel.com
Chicago: 3166 N Lincoln 210 Chicago, IL 60657
Northbrook: 899 Skokie Boulevard 204 Northbrook, IL 60062

Provides assessment, therapy, and consultation services with clients across all developmental levels, with specialization in working with children/adolescents. She also has expertise in the areas of anxiety, depression, autism, behavioral difficulties, learning disorders, giftedness, and assisting families to navigate through the divorce process. 


Riverview Counseling Services

(630) 587-3777 x102
St. Charles Campus: 111 E. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174
Maureen Henry, Molly stanek, Melissa Nytko, Stephanie Santo, Selena Wollach

Batavia Campus: 13 E. Wilson Street Batavia, IL 60510
Lara Marlowe, Heather Kochen

South Elgin Campus: 474 Briargate Drive South Elgin IL 60177
Holly Simpson, Melissa Nytko

Provides individual therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model for individuals (children and adults) with ASD and their families.


Restorative Counseling

Katie Jackson, LCPC
155 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 608 Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 874-5928
kjackson@rcchicago.org

Provides individual, couples, and family counseling for those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their loved ones. Uses an eclectic model of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Family Systems Theory to improve social skills, executive functioning, affect management, communication skills, and parenting skills for adolescents and adults.


Rush University Medical Center

Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment & Services (AARTS) Center
1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 603
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 942-0819

The Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment, & Services (AARTS) Center at Rush is a supportive program with unparalleled expertise in diagnosing and treating individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).


Seasons Within LLC

Holly DeRosa Walejeski, LCPC, ATR
info@seasonswithinllc.com
708-303-8083
1515 North Harlem Avenue, Suite 301, Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Provides individual outpatient counseling and art therapy to children, teens, and adults and has extensive experience with ASD.


Serrano Counseling and Behavior Solutions

(312) 415-5507
Chicago, IL

Provides individual psychotherapy for individuals with ASD and their families. 


Seth Solway, PsyD

4256 N. Ravenswood Ave., Suite 211 Chicago, IL 60613
(678) 765-9294
sethsolwaypsyd@gmail.com

Provides individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults with developmental delays, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders.


Smart Love Family Services

Natalie & Ben Heineman Smart Love Center
2222 N. Kedzie Blvd. Chicago, IL 60647

Rush Medical Office Building
610 S. Maple St., Suite 5601 Oak Park, IL 60304
(773) 665.8052 ext. 4

Smart Love offers counseling services for children, adults and families, as well as parent education classes and coaching. Our services include play and individual therapy, group therapy, parent counseling, couples therapy, and a range of assessment and evaluation services.


SociAbility

Genevieve Thorton, PsyD
899 Skokie Blvd., Suite 204 Northbrook, IL 60062
(773) 562-9151

Provides individual therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model.


Solveig Roverud, LCSW 

5138 North Clark Street 2nd Floor Chicago, Illinois 60640
(773) 671-5727

A seasoned clinician serving children (6+), teens, and adults who specializes in pediatric medical and developmental complexity including autism, perinatal mood disorders, grief/loss support, depression/anxiety management and mindfulness techniques.


The Summit Center 

3033 West Jefferson Street Suite 107 Joliet, Illinois 60435
(815) 773-0772
Leigh Bancsy, LCPS 

Provides counseling services to children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples.


Tami Meer, LCSW 

(847) 929-9413
2530 Crawford 302 Evanston, IL 60201
3255 North Arlington Heights Road Suite 502 Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Provides therapy to children, adolescents, adults, older adults, couples and families of individuals with special needs. One area of expertise is with special education and special needs children. I am certified as both a school social worker and a principal. Another area of expertise is with the caregivers of both older adults and children with disabilities.


Trinity Counseling Center

Director Bonnie Hassan
815-722-4384 
Locations in Joliet, New Lenox, and Homewood.

Trinity Counseling Center offers groups and individual therapy services to children and adults with a variety of developmental disabilities and mental health needs. Accepts private insurance and Medicaid, as well as offers an affordable, sliding-scale, self-pay option.


Uniquely You 

(779) 707-3717
welcome@uniquelyyou.email
400 E. Lincoln Hwy Suite 102 New Lenox, IL 60451

Provides OT, Individual and group therapy to individuals across the lifespan. Uniquely You Behavioral Health is dedicated to serving the neurodivergent (ND) community and their families, with specialization in support ASD, ADHD, Trauma, Parents, Siblings and Couples or Family Therapy. Utilizes a variety of play-based (DIR/Floortime) and traditional therapy models. Insurance information here.


University of Illinois at Chicago Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic 

Multiple individual therapists (BCBA, social work, and professional counselors)
1640 W. Roosevelt Road Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 413-1490

Behavior and individual therapy for clients with a dual diagnosis of intellectual/developmental disability and mental illness.


Uptown Psych

Ronald Rempfer, MD
4753 N Broadway St., 900 Chicago, Illinois 60640 
773-989-2780

Provides medication management to children and adults with ASD. Uptown's team also provides individual therapy and group therapy for autistic individuals with verbal language. 


Wellington Counseling Group

Allison Lobel, PsyD
312-900-8642 (Lakeview, Lincolnwood)
847-230-9690 (Northbrook) 
Locations in: Lakeview, Northbrook, Lincolnwood

Provides individual psychotherapy utilizing a psychodynamic, developmental, and systems approach.


Wellspring Clinical Associates

Kary Pekarek, LCSW
5950 S. Lincoln Ave., Unit W Lisle, IL 60532, US
(630) 541-8930

Kary treats all ages with special experience in working with individuals with autism; she employs a cognitive-behavioral approach and focuses on the strengths of each individual client.

Speech and Language Therapy

AAC Helper

Beth Christensen
easc.slp@gmail.com
3731 Blanchan Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois 60513

Provides individual speech therapy and evaluation; added specialty in AAC evaluation and use.


Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Rehabilitation and Wellness

3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 275-2600 Option 2

Provides Occupational and Physical Therapy options for patients 11-18. Provides Speech, Occupational and Physical therapy all adults. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Advocate Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

5150 Northwest Highway Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847) 842-4057

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages. 


AMITA Health Rehabilitation Services Schaumburg

Golf Point Plaza Shopping Center, 347 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 490-6928

Provides Occupational, Speech and Physical therapies. Partnered with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab


Apex Pediatric Therapy Services

(847) 604-0955
info@apexped.com

Apex Pediatric Therapy Services is dedicated to providing customized and focused in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, Speech therapy and Occupational Therapy to individuals from 2 years to 21 years of age in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.


Autism Services Group

330 Eisenhower Ln. N. Lombard, IL 60148
(800) 773-1682

Speech and Language Therapy Services focus treatment on issues related to understanding and using language and other communication skills as well as addressing any oral motor impairment that may impact the ability to eat or speak.


Authentic Expression LLC

Heidi Rabe
heidi@authenticexpressionllc.com

Treats patients primarily in the northern suburbs.

Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as on-going speech and language therapy services. Session occur in home.


Autism Care Therapy

855-5-AUTISM; 630-687-8583
info@autismcaretherapy.com 
Lombard: 44 W. Roosevelt Rd. 
Oak Lawn: 4700 W 95th St. 
Chicago: 4830 N Pulaski Rd.

Provides ABA, OT, SLP and parent training services, as well as diagnostic evaluations. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


BDI Playhouse Children's Therapy

708.478.1820 
Aurora: 600 N. Commons Drive, Suite 102 Aurora, IL  60504 
Orland Park: 11411 W. 183rd Street. Suite B Orland Park 60467

Provides Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy along with Aquatic Therapy, Gait Clinic, Feeding Clinic, Casting and Bike Riding Lessons for kids and young adults (birth - 25).


Beth Osten & Associates

9833 Woods Drive Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 663-1020

Multidisciplinary therapy program focused on skill-building and tailored to meet the needs of children, adolescents, and adults. Services include Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Developmental Therapy for ages, birth to three years. Mental health services and specialty services are also available.


Brady Speech-Language Pathology 

773-493-4000
contact@bradyspeech.com
5228 S. Blackstone, Suite Y, Chicago, IL 60615

Initial screenings, parent consultations, comprehensive evaluations, scheduled therapy sessions, family counseling and support, and collaboration with schools, physicians, and other paraprofessionals.


Center for Audiology, Speech, Language, and Learning

Northwestern University
2315 Campus Drive Evanston, IL 60208
847-491-3165
nucasll@northwestern.edu


Center for Health Services

2500 W Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169                                                                       
(847) 893 9788 
info@centerforhealthservices.org  

Provides therapies including: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Behavior Therapy Speech Therapy, Specialty Therapy Services and Family Therapy and / Counseling. Additionally, the center provides Nutrition Therapy and Health and Wellness education. 


Chicago Pediatric Therapy & Wellness Center, LLC

1739 N Elston Avenue. Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 672-7775

Chicago Pediatric Therapy & Wellness Center, LLC is a therapist-owned, pediatric therapy clinic that provides physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, developmental therapy, aba/autism therapy, and social work services in the clinic, home, or school setting.


Communication Is The Key

LaChone Pitchford, MA/CCC-SLP
4455 S King Drive, Suite 100 Chicago IL 60653
(773) 517-7669
lachone@letmetalk2.com

Speech and language assessments and corresponding therapy is provided. Goals developed with support from family to help develop the whole person.


The Elmhurst University Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic

(630) 617-3555
speechclinic@elmhurst.edu
190 Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 

The clinic provides speech and language evaluations and therapy for individuals of all ages with communication difficulties, include those needing assessment and/or utilizing AAC devices. Caregiver involvement is encouraged through ongoing consultation with clinical staff, in-session activities, and observation from behind one-way mirrors. Services are offered in English and Spanish. To begin the application process or receive more information about our clinic, please call or email.


Key Autism Services

ABA and Social Skills Groups

In clinic locations in Norwood Park and Oak Lawn. Providing in-home ABA in Chicago, North Shore, Rogers Park, Naperville, Western Suburbs, Northern Suburbs, Schaumburg and Orland Park.


KGH Autism Services

(224) 326-2206
intake@kghautismservices.com
1161 Lake Cook Rd Deerfield, IL 60015

Specializing in developmental-based ABA therapy (NDBI, ESDM) for infants, toddlers and preschoolers with ASD, in the home or at their specialized center. Providing therapeutic preschool and kindergarten, SLP, OT, mental health, parent training, sibling support, social groups, community support, significant problematic behavior support (FA) from early childhood through young adulthood. KGH also offers a Teen & Young Adult Center with a teaching apartment for teaching life skills. Serving Chicagoland, North Shore, West Suburbs, Northwest Suburbs, and Far North Suburbs. KGH has been supporting children and families for over 19 years.


Krause Speech & Language Services

980 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1115 Chicago, IL 60611
312-943-1927
dr.sekrause@gmail.com

Provides a range of evaluation, intervention, and consultation services with areas of expertise in:  Autism and social pragmatics, Child and young adult language and literacy, Phonology/Articulation, Childhood apraxia of speech, Early intervention (birth to 3 years), Stuttering, cluttering, and speech fluency, and Advocacy for academic services and educational placement


Lakeview Speech and Language Clinic
 
419C-421C Harrison St., Oak Park, IL 60304
708-240-3874
info@lakeviewspeech.com
On-site services provided (in home, daycare, after school programs, private school) in the Chicagoland area

Provide neurodiversity affirming and strength-based speech-language therapy to clients and families across the lifespan.


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.


Loyola Center for Rehabilitation on Roosevelt

1219 W. Roosevelt Road Maywood, IL 60153
708-216-5300

Provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for ages 18+.


Ludden Speech and Language Clinic

Saint Xavier University
3700 W. 103rd Street Chicago, IL 60655
773-298-3564
gbanys@sxu.edu

Speech therapy services which include evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for children and adults with communication disorders. Click here for client application.


Matt Baud 

Frankfort, Illinois.
(708) 935-5188

Speech and Language Pathologist providing evaluations for speech and AAC needs.


Mobile Therapy Centers of America

1870 W. Winchester Rd #203 Libertyville, IL, 60048
(847) 816-7200
info@mtcus.com

MTC provides free developmental screenings. Speech/Language, ABA, Behavioral and Occupational Therapy services are provided either in home, at our center or in your child’s regular school or childcare setting.


Nature’s Edge Therapy Center, Inc.

Director Becky Payne, MATCCC/SLP/HPCS
2523 14 ¾ Ave. Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 859 6670

Assessment and treatment for patients that have expressive and receptive language delays, including finding alternative forms of communication for those that have limited verbal expression, feeding and swallowing impairments, social skill deficits and pragmatic difficulties, as well as memory and cognitive delays.


Northwestern Medicine Outpatient Rehab

2111 Midlands Court Sycamore, Illinois 60178
Outpatient rehab center 
630-933-1500

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapies to children and adults. 


Northern Illinois University

Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
815-753-1481
slhc@niu.edu
3100 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL 60115

Provides speech-language evaluation and treatment and comprehensive hearing assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. 


OtoLing

Willard Hooks, PhD, CCC-A/SLP
1020 E. Ogden Ave., Suite 212 Naperville, IL 60563-8609
(630) 305-8288
otoling@mac.com

Provides auditory and speech-language services. See a complete list of services.


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPorte Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


Robin's Key Speech, Language, and Learning, PLLC

847-868-2447
info@robinskeylearning.com
4905 Old Orchard Center, Suite 435, Skokie, IL 60077

Provides teletherapy speech services for ages 3-22 and in-person and virtual social skills groups for ages 11-17. Click here for list of current groups (rolling enrollment


RUSH Speech-Language Pathology Services

Orthopedic Building
1611 W. Harrison St., Suite 530 Chicago, IL 60612
312-942-5013

Serving child, adolescent and adult patients. 


Saint Anthony Hospital - Rehabilitation Services

Saint Anthony Hospital: 2875 West 19th Street Chicago, IL 60623 (773.484.4150)
Little Village Clinic: 3059 West 26th Street (773.696.9050)
Kedzie Clinic: 4455 South Kedzie Avenue (773.523.2416)
SAH Physical Therapy: 1600 West 13th Street (312.243.5582)

Saint Anthony Hospital offers individualized treatment plans, covering a wide variety of needs, for all ages – now at four convenient locations. Rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy, audiology, and speech therapy.


Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital (Sinai Health System)

Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital (Sinai Health System)
1401 South California Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60608
773.522.2010

Schwab’s pediatric rehabilitation program serves children and adolescents with disabling medical conditions and their families including autism spectrum disorder.


 

Social Butterfly, Inc.

630-381-8307
info@sbspeechtherapy.com
Westmont: 825 Cass Avenue, Suite 311 Westmont, IL 60559
Naperville: 534 W. 5th Ave. Naperville, IL 60563
In-home service area: Serving the surrounding communities of Aurora, Addison, Burr Ridge, Bolingbrook, Brookfield, Clarendon Hills, Darien, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, LaGrange, Lisle, Lombard, Naperville, Oak Brook, Oak Brook Terrace, Oak Park, Romeoville, Warrenville, Westchester, Western Springs, Wheaton, Westmont, Willowbrook, Winfield and Woodridge.

Provides in-clinic and home-based speech, language and feeding assessment and therapy to children and adults with autism.


Soundbox Speech

(312) 392-1640
Serves Chicago and surrounding suburbs.

Provides individualized speech & language therapy to children, teens and adults. 


Speak Your Mind

630-765-5890
lorissa@speakyourtherapy.com

Speak Your Mind provides quality Speech Therapy for children, teenagers, and adults in Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Carol Stream, and the surrounding Chicago Suburban areas.


Speech IRL

8 S. Michigan Ave, Suite 812. Chicago, IL 60603
312-870-0352
info@speechirl.com

Speech IRL is a speech therapy and communication consulting practice that specializes in services for teens and adults 18-65yo. Our philosophy is based on the social model of disability and neurodiversity principles. We collaborate with our clients to problem-solve day-to-day challenges presented by classroom, workplace, and personal-social environments. Many of our clients do not have an official diagnosis, but simply want to gain skills and knowledge in specific areas. Free consultations.


Strive ABA Consultants

Serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas
In-clinic services located in Oak Forest, Merriville and Chicago (Southside – 60643) 
773-589-4667
striveabaconsultants@gmail.com

Provides in-clinic and in-home (when appropriate) ABA therapy for children ages, 2-26 and serves Chicagoland area, including north and south side, South Suburbs and Joliet area. Additionally, provides Speech, Occupational & Feeding therapies, along with AAC evaluation and support securing a device through insurance as appropriate. Provides financial assistance for diagnostic evaluations, delivered by Adapt Psychological Services. Accepts some Medicaid plans. Strive assists with transportation to clinics as needed at no cost to families. 


The Student Community Outreach Program of Excellence (SCOPE) Speech & Hearing Clinic at Rush

1725 W. Harrison St. Suite 321 Chicago, IL 60612
312.563.4722
cds_scope@rush.edu

Provides audiology and speech-language pathology diagnostic and treatment services for patients of all ages. Services are available in English and Spanish.


SwedishAmerican Hospital

Pediatric Therapy And Adult Speech Therapy
209 9th St, Rockford, IL 61104
(779) 696-4470

The staff includes registered and licensed occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists. We treat children with a variety of diagnosis, including, autism, attention deficit disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, cognitive and developmental delays, language disorders, hearing loss, sensory integration dysfunction and many more.


Sweeney, Augustin and Associates

Maureen Sweeney, PhD, CCC-SLP
5225 Old Orchard Road, Suite 44 Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 583-9492
msweeney.saa@comcast.net

Provides assessment and speech and language therapy.


TALC Technology & Language Center  (Jill Senner) 

Jill E. Senner, PhD, CCC-SLP 
Matthew R. Baud, MS, CCC-SLP
Ramey Abudayyeh, MS, CCC-SLP
Heather Miller Schwarz, MS, CCC-SLP
847.682.1596
info@talcaac.com
Now serving Illinois, Indiana & Washington

Technology & Language Center, Inc. is a tele-AAC practice serving children, teens, and young adults with complex communication needs. Tele-AAC is a form of telepractice, a method of offering services using videoconferencing tools like Zoom, specifically for individuals using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and their teams.


Tarle Speech

Jennifer Tarle-Pakulski
226-272-7039 - jennifer@tarlespeech.com

Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, with a special interest in young adults with no AAC experience.


Vital Rehabilitation

5820 W. Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 685-8482; 773-975-6830
contact@vitalrehabilitation.com

Provides physical therapy evaluations in the clinic, home or community. Provides Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Aquatic Therapy, Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT) and Cuevas MEDEK Exercise (CME). Medicaid taken only at Lakeview location.

Adults

Art Therapy

Coping Together  

15127 S 73RD Ave. Suite C, Orland Park, IL, 60462
(708) 966-9574
CopingTogether@Outlook.com

Provides mental health counseling and ABA services to help individuals with disabilities address life’s challenges and achieve personal goals in order to experience a higher quality of life. Partners with agencies & group homes in the Chicagoland area to provide therapy/supports for all levels of emotional or physical development. We use a variety of therapeutic treatments which include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Art Therapy, and Solution Focused Treatments.


Elena Kaiser, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC

Counseling and Art Therapy
2956 Central St Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 337-2377
kaiser.elena@comcast.net

Uses the creative process of art-making to help her clients improve and enhance their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.


Seasons Within LLC

Holly DeRosa Walejeski, LCPC, ATR
info@seasonswithinllc.com
708-303-8083
1515 North Harlem Avenue, Suite 301, Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Provides individual outpatient counseling and art therapy to children, teens, and adults and has extensive experience with ASD.


Vittum Park-Special Recreation Programming (Chicago Park District)

5010 W. 50th St Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 798-1747

Take this opportunity to explore artistic expression. This class will include: drawing, painting, dance, music/multimedia, visual art and much more!

Couples Therapy

Adapt Psychological Services

1250 West Augusta Boulevard Chicago, IL 60642
(872) 588-6011

Adapt Psychological Services offers individual and couples counseling for neurodiverse adults.


Advanced Behavioral Solutions

953 N. Plum Grove Road, Suite B Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 413-9001
advancedbehavioral@msn.com

Provides pre-marital and couples therapy. Couples therapy involves a psychologist or therapist working privately with a couple on relationship issues. They offer services to couples at any stage in their relationship including pre-marital, marital or committed life partners, and divorce. Couples seeking services are often interested in improving communication, learning more adaptive conflict resolution skills, enhancing their partnership, or resolving major issues that require mediation.


All Kinds of Minds Therapy, PLLC

708 Church Street #221, Evanston Il
allkindsofmindstherapy@gmail.com
847-612-0149

Providing mental health treatment in the context of Neurodivergence for children, teens and adults. Additional services include Couples therapy for Mixed Neurotype couples and parent coaching. Sessions can be conducted in office, in community and virtually. 


Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
grace.myhill@aane.org

Neurodiverse Couples Coaching in private or group formats. Groups are limited to 5 couples. New groups are always forming. Private pay and financial aid is available. Virtual support groups for partner/spouses are also available. 


Astute Counseling and Wellness Center 

Multiple providers 
3001 N Southport Avenue Second Floor Chicago, IL 60657 (Lakeview)
info@astutecounseling.com 
773-799-8966 

Mental health services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and their family members, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Cognitive delays, Tourette’s, OCD, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and any patient with atypical neurological development and neurodivergent presentation. Therapists hold a QIDP certification from the Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities to conduct supportive services for people with IDD and their families/caretakers. Treatment approaches vary, including CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing. Offers family therapy and couples counseling as well. Intermittently run support group services for adults. 


East Aurora Counseling, Ltd.

Patrick Noonan, LCPC
143 South Lincoln Ave Suite I Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 486-3800
eastauroracounseling143@gmail.com

Offers individual, couples and family therapy, play therapy and case management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Elena Kaiser, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC

Counseling & Art Therapy
5225 Old Orchard Road, Suite 45 Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 337-2377
kaiser.elena@comcast.net

Provides couples therapy in the home or facility-based. 


Innovative Counseling Partners

Deana Gaston
715 Lake St., Suite 800 Oak Park, IL 60301 
(708) 406-7319

Provides individual, family, and relationship therapy for individuals with ASD and their families, as well as social skills group services to children and teens (ages 7-15) with ASD. 


 kiND therapy + wellness

Amanda Besinger, LCSW
4910 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625
773.789.9524
amanda@kindchicago.com

Offers individual, couples, parent and family therapy to children, teens and adults specializing in neurodivergence to support needs including anxiety, depression, + mood; child development, adhd, autism-related needs, sensory processing disorder, identity and trauma.


Konick & Associates

3380 Lacrosse Lane, Ste. 106-107, Naperville, IL 60564
64 Orland Square Drive, Ste. 112, Orland Park, IL 60462
630-206-4060
info@konickandassociates.com

Provides compassionate child, adolescent, adult, family, and couples counseling with a focus on neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, and more). Other services include parent coaching, neuropsychological assessments for all ages, and a virtual game night for neurodiverse young adults 18+.


Northwest Behavioral Health Services

415 W. Golf Rd., STE 16 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 577-090

Specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Services include evaluation, individual therapy, family and/or couples therapy, and ABA. 


SociAbility

899 Skokie Blvd., Suite 204, Northbrook, IL 60062
(773) 562-9151

Provides individual, group and couples therapy specializing in working with autistic individuals.

Group Therapy

AANE - Asperger/Autism Network

AANE offers social activities and events to give post-high school adults with Asperger/autism profiles the opportunity to connect in a welcoming environment, have fun, pursue special interests, and build relationships.  Interest Groups have been created so you can explore a shared special interest, such as music, gaming, trivia, creative writing, and more with equally avid peers. Fees vary for interest groups, but financial assistance is available through discounted options on the registration pages.


Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment and Services (AARTS) Center

Rush University Medical Center
1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 603 Chicago, IL 60612
aartsgroups@rush.edu
(312) 942-6331

Social skills and Sex/Relationship Education groups for adults. 


Advanced Behavioral Solutions

2060 E. Algonquin Rd., Suite 720 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 496-4693
advancedbehavioral@msn.com

Therapy conducted in a group setting to develop certain social skills. Groups are tailored to meet the needs of individuals who are participating.


Adults with Asperger's DBT Social Skills Group 

Tony (Antonio) Salvat Lisle, IL
(630) 200-0168

The group will likely use DBT skills and the topics and group focus will be determined by what everyone's needs and desires are. This group is only being started if people show interest.


Ascension: Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center

1786 Moon Lake Blvd. Suite 202, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
847-755-8536
ahbhhheresourcecenter@ascension.org

Provides brief counseling services for individuals (all ages, children through adulthood) with ASD or a DD who have public insurance/Medicaid (please contact for information about application process). Free services to the public include screenings for autism, resource assessments, behavioral consults, triage to services, and monthly recreational groups. Social skills groups for grades pre-k/kindergarten, 3rd-5th and high school. Occasionally, Young adult and Adult groups as well. 


Aspire

Stress Management Groups for Adults
Erica Sokol, NCC, LCPC
4100 Litt Drive Hillside, IL 60162
(709) 632-5502 x. 3889
esokol@aspirechicago.com

Aspire is making our communities better by redefining what is possible for people with autism. Stress management groups are facilitated in a safe, activities-based manner to keep learning fun and engaging. At the end of six weeks, the group celebrates successes with a small party. Meeting new friends is an added bonus to the group! Groups are a one-hour commitment for six weeks. This group is best suited for adults or young adults who are ready to transition out of school or are motivated to learn how to better mange day-to-day challenges and take the next step in gaining independence. Learn how to manage anxiety of day-to-day stressors. Ages: 18-28 years


Astute Counseling and Wellness Center 

Multiple providers 
3001 N Southport Avenue Second Floor Chicago, IL 60657 (Lakeview)
info@astutecounseling.com 
773-799-8966 

Mental health services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and their family members, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Cognitive delays, Tourette’s, OCD, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and any patient with atypical neurological development and neurodivergent presentation. Therapists hold a QIDP certification from the Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities to conduct supportive services for people with IDD and their families/caretakers. Treatment approaches vary, including CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing. Offers family therapy and couples counseling as well. Intermittently run support group services for adults. 


Behavioral Psychology Associates

Locations in Arlington Heights, Barrington and Schaumburg
847-303-1880

Provides individual, group and family therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model for children, teens and adults.


Dragon Haven
 
Daniel Allen, MS, CTRS 
Recreational Therapist
815-344-9443

Group therapy serves for kids between 9-17 and for young adults. Dragon Haven utilizes games like Dungeons & Dragons to help players build the skills needed to excel at the game table, and in the real world. By combining recreational therapeutic models with the ever-popular and incredibly fun D&D system, we offer online and in-person (Connecticut) social skills groups. 


Equipped at Willow Creek Community Church

67 E. Algonquin Road
South Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 404-7452
mpilafas@willowcreek.org

Support group for parents of children with special needs. Parents break out in small groups (eight to 14 per table) to discuss concerns, needs spiritual growth. Children's program provided during meetings. Siblings welcome. Call for next meeting dates and times. Teen and Young Adult groups also available. 


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.


Lake County Center for Independent Living (LCCIL)

Lake County Office:
377 N. Seymour Ave. Mundelein, IL 60060
(847) 949-4440

McHenry County Office:
5400 W. Elm Street, Suite 106 McHenry, IL 60050
(855) 246-8531

info@lccil.org

Provides information & referrals service, independent life skills training, peer mentoring, advocacy and transition services.


Little City - Adult Programs

1760 W. Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067
Main Campus: 847-358-5510

700 N Sacramento, Ste 201 Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago office: 773-265-1539

We provide adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities with supports, programs and services that help increase their potential for lifelong productivity and success. Services include residential and employment, home-based supports, recreation and leisure programs.


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196,

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.


LMH Services 

Social Skills Group for Young Adults
Linda M. Hoeck, MA, autism consultant
675 Regent Lane Propsect Heights, IL 60070
(224) 489-6464
lmhservices@gmail.com

Young adults with social skill challenges (typically diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder) who would like to participate . Targeted skills include: flexibility, self-management (daily responsibility and stress relief), conversation norms, relationships, observation skills/situational norms and problem-solving.


Loyola Adult Psychiatry 

(888) 584-7888
Online Scheduling 
Offers services in multiple locations: Loyola Medicine Burr Ridge, Loyola Medicine Maywood - Roosevelt Road, Loyola Medicine Oakbrook Terrace, Loyola Outpatient Center, and MacNeal Hospital. 

Provide diagnostic assessment, therapy, psychopharmacological evaluations, and medication management. Offer individual, family and group counseling, parenting education classes and grief counseling.


MGB Services, Inc

Maria Bellantuono, LCPC
2625 Butterfield Rd, Suite 1385. Oakbrook IL
Additional location in Arlington Heights
847-701-4409
mariab@mgbservices.org

Provides individual and group therapy, parent training, and family consultation and coaching to individuals with ASD, Intellectual and developmental disorders across the lifespan.


Mindful Path Behavioral Health and Wellness Inc.

Young Adult Dating Skills Group
Facilitator: Jillian Poteshman
jillian@mindfulpathbhw.com
53 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1301 Chicago, IL 60604
(847) 440-4592

Skills-based group for individuals who struggle with connecting with others, reading social cues, and displaying appropriate behaviors in social settings. If dating has eluded you, this may be the group for you.


Network 1212

Where: Pompei - 1531 W. Taylor St. Chicago, IL 60607
info@jmtf.org for more information

Join us for pizza, board games and friendly conversation! For young adults 17-35 with high-functioning autism or social/communication challenges. Must be able to come without family support. Sponsored by Urban Autism Solutions (www.jmtf.org)


Nowell and Associates Counseling Firm

Nefertiti L. Nowell, PhD
1979 N. Mill St., Suite 202 Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 428-2344

Provides individual and group therapy.


PASSAGE Hosted by Clearbrook

PASSAGE (Planning Asperger Syndrome Success and Generating Experiences)
1835 West Central Road Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 385-5018
tmartin@clearbrook.org

Gatherings for adults (age 22 and up) focus on interactive communication within a social atmosphere. On occasion, speakers present on a subject of interest to the group, which may include employment, housing, transportation, independent living, and other relevant topics. Young adults are able to enjoy game nights, time to socialize, potluck appetizers or desserts, and more. Parents, professionals, and community members are provided time for networking and fellowship as well. Contact for next meeting dates and times. 


Peers Social Skills Program

Deerfield location:
747 Lake Cook Road, Suite 213E Deerfield, IL 60015

Westmont location:
825 N. Cass Ave., Suite 311 Westmont, IL 60559
(847) 494-3188
peerschicago@gmail.com

The PEERS Social Skills Program is a manualized, social skills training intervention for adolescents and young adults. Developed by researchers at UCLA, it has a strong evidence-base for use with teens and young adults with Asperger’s syndrome, autism, and similar social and communication challenges. The group is facilitated by Diane Gould, LCSW & BCBA, and Fran Shapiro, NCSP.


Portrait Health Centers

Vicki Bolina, PhD
175 E Hawthorn Parkway, Suite 235, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 737-8787

Accepting new patients; next availability in December. Specializes in clients presenting with autism, learning disorders and anxiety. 


The Second City Training Center

Improv for ASD Program - Adults Class
1608 N. Wells St. Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (312) 664-3959 (main)

Improv for ASD offers a class in improvisation for teens and adults with autism spectrum disorder. Classes will focus on ensemble and team building to help with the exploration of different relationships and social cues. Improvisational games used in this class will teach the students skills such as accessing emotions and storytelling. This will be done in a safe and fun setting where the students can explore and challenge themselves. Improvisation is a great tool to work through many types of barriers which stand in the way of creativity and socialization.


SociAbility

Genevieve Thorton, PsyD
899 Skokie Blvd., Suite 204 Northbrook, IL 60062
(773) 562-9151

Provides individual and group therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model.


Stepping Up & Out (SUO - Aspiritech)

Highland Park, IL and Chicago, IL
SUO@aspiritech.org or 312-945-8378.

SUO is a social program that meets on Sundays from Noon-5:00 PM in Highland Park and on Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM in Chicago, in addition to some weekday clubs from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. Programs are free, but RSVP's are required. Facebook page.


Susan Myket, Ph.D & Associates

1415 Bond Street, Suite1415 Bond Street, Suite 127 - Naperville, IL 60563
630-355-9002

Provides evaluation services, individual and group-based treatment, parent management training (individual and group) and psychotherapy to parents, families and siblings. Complete contact form to initiate services. 

Hippotherapy and Therapeutic Riding

Hippotherapy vs. Therapeutic Riding 

What is hippotherapy?

Hippotherapy is a physical, occupational and speech therapy treatment strategy that utilizes equine movement. A certified therapist uses the horse's movement to provide carefully graded sensory input to improve neurological function and sensory processing. Hippotherapy has been shown to improve muscle tone, balance, posture, coordination, motor development as well as emotional well-being (American Hippotherapy Association Inc., 2007) .

What is therapeutic riding?

Therapeutic riding is appropriate for less involved (physically, mentally) clients who want social aspect of a sport along with strengthening, or as an adjunct to therapy for someone already receiving physical therapy, occupational therapy or sensory therapy. It is recommended that students are able to sit independently. Many of the inherent benefits to horseback riding (trunk strength, stretch to legs, modulation of sensory input) still apply. Equipment used typically encourages independent balance and riding positions/disciplines.


Blazing Prairie Stars, Inc. 

47W635 Beith Road Maple Park, IL 60151
blazingps@msn.com
(630) 365-5550

Provides hippotherapy as a strategy for occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech therapy to meet client-centered goals.


BraveHearts

Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center
Sarah Newland, program director
7319 Maxon Road Harvard, IL 60033
(815) 943-8226 or (815) 765-2113

BraveHearts is a PATH International-premier accredited center (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) whose programs teach horseback riding skills to children and adults with cognitive and/or physical disabilities as well as therapeutic carriage driving lessons and a wide variety of recreational therapy activities.


Bull Run Equestrian Center

Contact: Loren Gineris, PT
dljjjgineris@sbcglobal.net
P.O. Box 870, 3N065 Anderson Road Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 715-0354

Strides In Motion is a program in which physical therapists work with side-walkers, horse leaders, and arena assistants to combine clinic-based treatments with hippotherapy in order to achieve a client's functional goals in a natural setting.


Central Illinois Riding Therapy

Judith Kruse
305 Neumann Drive East Peoria, IL 61611
(309) 699-3710
cirt@cirt.info

Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.


Equestrian Connection

Diana Schnell, executive director
600 N. Bradley Road Lake Forest, IL, 60045
(847) 615-8696
info@equestrianconnection.org

Hippotherapy, art therapy, and therapeutic riding are offered with features such as a 16,000 square foot heated arena, riding trails, an outdoor arena, therapy rooms, job and living skill programs, after school clubs, summer and spring camps, and massage therapy for both clients and caregivers.


EquiTherapy

9501 N. Austin Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 965-1632

Provides therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.


Equine Dreams

Mailing address: P.O. Box 372 Sandwich, IL 60548
(815) 690-8144
ride@equinedreams.org

Provides hippotherapy therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with special needs.


Freedom Woods

9501 Austin Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847) 967-9800
freedomwoodsfarm@ymail.com

Provides therapeutic riding and hippotherapy; program placement will be determined via an evaluation performed by a licensed therapist.


Friends for Therapeutic Equine Activities

28W051 Liberty St. Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 588-8543
info@ftea.org

Provides individualized therapeutic activities for people with disabilities.


Heather Ridge Farm

Cheryl Case
31309 E. 2500 N. Road Cabrey, IL 60919
(630) 853-9813
heatherridgestables@yahoo.com

Provides individualized therapeutic riding for people with disabilities. Get more information about services and fees.


Holistic Riding Equestrian Therapy

Chicago and surrounding suburbs

Marlene Karman
630-878-8096
holisticriding19@gmail.com 

HRET is passionately committed to empowering the lives of individuals with varied physical, emotional, cognitive, and social abilities through the spirit of the horse. Our programs include therapeutic riding (unmounted and mounted activities), veteran programs, farm and nature experience, and trail classes. We have no age restrictions and we strive to accommodate all individuals. 


Manhattan Meadows 

Lisa Rizzo, Owner
Route 52 and Huff Road Manhattan, IL 60442
(815) 919-4149

Provides private therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.


Midwest Center for Children's Development NFP

Beth Saip, DPT Clinical Director
4701 N. Oak St Crystal Lake, IL 60012
(815) 788-1020
info@mccdtherapy.com

Provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services with an equine assisted model.


New Kingdom Trailriders

18929 81st. St. Sherrard, IL, 61281
(309) 764-4220
info@nktriders.org

Provides therapeutic horse riding and motion therapy.


Paradise Equestrian Therapy Center

18146 East Country Road 750 N. Charleston, IL, 61920
(217) 232-0022
petcenter2007@yahoo.com

Specialized therapeutic horse riding sessions created for each individual by a therapeutic riding instructor or a health professional.


Partners for Progress NFP

Amanda Braden
amanda@partnersforprogressnfp.org
23525 W. Milton Road Wauconda, IL, 60084
(847) 438-5400

Provides therapeutic riding and hippotherapy.


Pegasus Special Riders, Inc.

6668 S. Carthage Road, P.O. Box 293 Oregon, IL 61061
(815) 973-3177
admin@pegasusspecialriders.org

Provides equine assisted therapy to physically, mentally and/or emotionally challenged individuals with the help of physical therapists, trained instructors, medical experts, and volunteers.


Rainbow Riders

822 200th Ave. Monmouth, IL, 61462
(309) 734-4849
karenangotti@gmail.com

Therapeutic horseback riding program for children with special needs that provides safe, professional, and affordable therapeutic horseback riding opportunities that contribute to the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of each child.


Ray Graham Association

Hanson Center Horsemanship Program
horsemanship@raygraham.org
(630) 620-2222

Therapeutic riding lessons for individuals with a wide range of disabilities including physical, intellectual, developmental, sensory, and social.


Rocky Lane Farms 

Joanie Keyes
2044 Walnut Grove Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 428-9255

Program just begun. Competitive riding for Special Olympics (three competitions). Ages: 8 and up. Private insurance accepted.


Sojourn Therapeutic Riding Center

Barbara Mulry
24861 S. 88th Ave. Frankfort, IL, 60423
(708) 539-3078
bmulry@gmail.com

Provides equine assisted therapy to physically, mentally and/or emotionally challenged individuals.


School for Therapeutic and Recreational Riding (STARR)

3180 S. Mount Zion Road Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 864-2463

Therapeutic horseback riding for children with special needs.


Walk On

Mary Illing
26665 W Cuba Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 381-4231
walkonfarm@walkonfarm.org or milling@walkonfarm.org

Equine assisted activities for people with physical, cognitive, social and emotional disabilities.


White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center

Whiteside County Fairgrounds
201 W. Winfield St. Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-2669
rideatwhoa@yahoo.com

Provides recreational, educational, therapeutic, and social opportunities for persons with disabilities by virtue of interactions with horses.

Music Therapy

ChiME (Chicago Center for Music Education) 

1148 West Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60643
312-738-2646

The Diverse Abilities program which teaches and enhances musical and nonmusical life skills with tools and activities like singing, percussive instrument play, dance, and visual aids. Repertoire includes age-appropriate, high-energy, and culturally diverse songs from a variety of genres and countries. ChiME’s music therapists use their expertise and therapeutic skills to adapt the activities to each child’s unique ability level. For more information on ChiME's Classroom Music for Diverse Abilities programs, please contact
​Alli Dunn at adunn@chimemusic.org or call. 


Creative Exchange Music Therapy Clinic

Craig Christiansen, MT-BC, president & Kari Christiansen, director
1527 Westchester Blvd., Suite One South Westchester, IL 60154
(708) 345-6100 or (773) 562-6202
info@creativeexchangemusic.com

Music therapy clinic developed as an innovative and model communication program that serves primarily individuals with autism spectrum disorder.


J.O.B. Music Connection, Inc.

Jeanne O. Besetzny, MA, MT-BC, NMT, Orff-Schulwerk Level III Certified
1105 N. Delphia Park Ridge, IL 60068
jobmusic@comcast.net

Provides individual home-based and community-based music therapy services utilizing neurologic music therapy techniques to address speech/language skills, including PECS; fine/gross motor skills; cognitive/academic skills (language for learning; reading mastery; math skills); social/emotional skills, including social stories.


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.

Occupational Therapy

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Rehabilitation and Wellness

3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 275-2600 Option 2

Provides Occupational and Physical Therapy options for patients 11-18. Provides Speech, Occupational and Physical therapy all adults. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Advocate Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

5150 Northwest Highway Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847) 842-4057

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages. 


AMITA Health Rehabilitation Services Schaumburg

Golf Point Plaza Shopping Center, 347 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 490-6928

Provides Occupational, Speech and Physical therapies. Partnered with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab


Autism Care Therapy

855-5-AUTISM; 630-687-8583
info@autismcaretherapy.com 
Lombard: 44 W. Roosevelt Rd. 
Oak Lawn: 4700 W 95th St. 
Chicago: 4830 N Pulaski Rd.

Provides ABA, OT, SLP and parent training services, as well as diagnostic evaluations. Accepts some Medicaid plans.  


Edward-Elmhurst Hospital

To reach the rehabilitation team at Elmhurst Hospital, please call. View phone numbers by locations in: Elmhurst, Crest Hill, Lombard, Naperville, Plainfield.

Occupational therapists provide a full suite of services for individuals and injured workers at multiple locations. Specialized services include lymphedema therapy, cognitive therapy, sensory therapy and hand therapy.


Loyola Center for Rehabilitation on Roosevelt

1219 W. Roosevelt Road Maywood, IL 60153
708-216-5300

Provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for ages 18+.


Nature’s Edge Therapy Center, Inc.

Director Becky Payne, MATCCC/SLP/HPCS
2523 14¾ Avenue Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 859 6670

Assessment and treatment for patients that have fine motor delays, sensory integration dysfunction, feeding challenges, assessing for adaptive equipment, difficulty attending and following direction, as well as emotional and behavioral deficits.


NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals 

Locations in Indiana: Indianapolis, Crown Point, South Bend, Mishawaka, Bremen 
(574) 277- 2635


Northwestern Medicine Outpatient Rehab

2111 Midlands Court Sycamore, Illinois 60178
Outpatient rehab center 
630-933-1500

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapies to children and adults. 


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPorte Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


Rush University Medical Center

Adult OT:
1725 W. Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60612; other locations throughout Chicagoland area. 
(312) 563-2454

Provides occupational therapy evaluation and treatment.


Saint Anthony Hospital - Rehabilitation Services

Saint Anthony Hospital: 2875 West 19th Street Chicago, IL 60623 (773.484.4150)
Little Village Clinic: 3059 West 26th Street (773.696.9050)
Kedzie Clinic: 4455 South Kedzie Avenue (773.523.2416)
SAH Physical Therapy: 1600 West 13th Street (312.243.5582)

Saint Anthony Hospital offers individualized treatment plans, covering a wide variety of needs, for all ages – now at four convenient locations. Rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy, audiology, and speech therapy.


Strive ABA Consultants

Serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas
In-clinic services located in Oak Forest, Merriville and Chicago (Southside – 60643) 
773-589-4667
striveabaconsultants@gmail.com

Provides in-clinic and in-home (when appropriate) ABA therapy for children ages, 2-26 and serves Chicagoland area, including north and south side, South Suburbs and Joliet area. Additionally, provides Speech, Occupational & Feeding therapies, along with AAC evaluation and support securing a device through insurance as appropriate. Provides financial assistance for diagnostic evaluations, delivered by Adapt Psychological Services. Accepts some Medicaid plans. Strive assists with transportation to clinics as needed at no cost to families. 


SwedishAmerican Hospital

Pediatric Therapy And Adult Speech Therapy
209 9th St, Rockford, IL 61104
(779) 696-4470

The staff includes registered and licensed occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists. We treat children with a variety of diagnosis, including, autism, attention deficit disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, cognitive and developmental delays, language disorders, hearing loss, sensory integration dysfunction and many more.


Rush University Medical Center

Provides occupational therapy evaluation and treatment.

Adult: 1725 W. Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 563-2454


Uniquely You 

(779) 707-3717
welcome@uniquelyyou.email
400 E. Lincoln Hwy Suite 102 New Lenox, IL 60451

Provides OT, Individual and group therapy to individuals across the lifespan. Uniquely You Behavioral Health is dedicated to serving the neurodivergent (ND) community and their families, with specialization in support ASD, ADHD, Trauma, Parents, Siblings and Couples or Family Therapy. Utilizes a variety of play-based (DIR/Floortime) and traditional therapy models. Insurance information here.


Vital Rehabilitation

5820 W. Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60634

(773) 685-8482; 773-975-6830
contact@vitalrehabilitation.com

Provides physical therapy evaluations in the clinic, home or community. Provides Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Aquatic therapy, Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT) and Cuevas MEDEK Exercise (CME). Medicaid taken only at Lakeview location.

Physical Therapy

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Rehabilitation and Wellness

3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 275-2600 Option 2

Provides Occupational and Physical Therapy options for patients 11-18. Provides Speech, Occupational and Physical therapy all adults. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Advocate Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

5150 Northwest Highway Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847) 842-4057

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages. 


AMITA Health Rehabilitation Services Schaumburg

Golf Point Plaza Shopping Center, 347 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 490-6928

Provides Occupational, Speech and Physical therapies. Partnered with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab


Lisa Barich, PT

9707 Skokie Blvd., Suite 402 Skokie, IL 60077
(773) 616-7638
barichlisag@gmail.com

Provides physical therapy evaluation and treatment, addressing gross motor skills, motor planning, orthotics, compression garments and biomechanics alignment.


Loyola Center for Rehabilitation on Roosevelt

1219 W. Roosevelt Road Maywood, IL 60153
708-216-5300

Provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for ages 18+.


Nature’s Edge Therapy Center, Inc.

Director Becky Payne, MATCCC/SLP/HPCS
2523 14¾ Ave. Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 859-6670

Assessment and treatment for patients that have gross motor delays and motor planning deficits, as well as assessing for adaptive equipment Private insurance accepted.


Northwestern Medicine Outpatient Rehab

2111 Midlands Court Sycamore, Illinois 60178
Outpatient rehab center 
630-933-1500

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapies to children and adults. 


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPorte Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


Rush University Medical Center

Adult PT:
1725 W. Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60612; other locations throughout Chicagoland area. 
(312) 563-2454

Provides occupational therapy evaluation and treatment.


Saint Anthony Hospital - Rehabilitation Services

Saint Anthony Hospital: 2875 West 19th Street Chicago, IL 60623 (773.484.4150)
Little Village Clinic: 3059 West 26th Street (773.696.9050)
Kedzie Clinic: 4455 South Kedzie Avenue (773.523.2416)
SAH Physical Therapy: 1600 West 13th Street (312.243.5582)

Saint Anthony Hospital offers individualized treatment plans, covering a wide variety of needs, for all ages – now at four convenient locations. Rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy, audiology, and speech therapy.


SwedishAmerican Hospital

Pediatric Therapy And Adult Speech Therapy
209 9th St, Rockford, IL 61104
(779) 696-4470

The staff includes registered and licensed occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists. We treat children with a variety of diagnosis, including, autism, attention deficit disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, cognitive and developmental delays, language disorders, hearing loss, sensory integration dysfunction and many more.


Vital Rehabilitation

5820 W. Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 685-8482; 773-975-6830
contact@vitalrehabilitation.com

Provides physical therapy evaluations in the clinic, home or community. Provides Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Aquatic therapy, Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT) and Cuevas MEDEK Exercise (CME). Medicaid taken only at Lakeview location.

Psychotherapy

ACCESS at Anixter Center

6610 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 973-7900

A comprehensive primary health care facility that provides coordinated medical, psychiatric and psychological outpatient services to adults with autism in the Chicago area serving ages 18 years and up.


Advanced Behavioral Solutions

2060 E. Algonquin Road Suite 720 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 496-4693
advancedbehavioral@msn.com

Provides individual psychotherapy using a cognitive-behavioral approach for children and young adults on the ASD/PDD spectrum. Vocational Assessment, Planning, and Career Counseling also available. 


Advocate Illinois Masonic Behavioral Health

Chicago: 938 W. Nelson St Chicago, IL 60657; (773) 296-3220
Oak Lawn: 4700 W 95th St Suite LL5 Oak Lawn, IL 60453; (800) 216-1110
Bolingbrook: 440 Quadrangle Drive, Suite K Bolingbrook, IL 60440

The Behavioral Health Services team at Advocate provides a comprehensive array of inpatient services for children, adolescents and adults, as well as intensive outpatient services for teens (13-17) and adults with well-developed verbal skills and co-morbid depression and/or anxiety. 


All Kinds of Minds Therapy, PLLC

708 Church Street #221, Evanston Il
allkindsofmindstherapy@gmail.com
847-612-0149

Providing mental health treatment in the context of Neurodivergence for children, teens and adults. Additional services include Couples therapy for Mixed Neurotype couples and parent coaching. Sessions can be conducted in office, in community and virtually. 


Anne Elyse Morrill-Ploum, LCPC 

10540 South Western Avenue SUITE 506 Chicago, IL 60643
(773) 923-1874

Provides individual and family therapy for children and young adults ages 3-25 years with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, kids and teens with challenging behaviors, ADHD and executive skills deficits, learning disabilities, attachment, trauma, and abuse. 


Art of Balance

Alyse R Malmborg, Counselor, MA, LCPC
1409 W Irving Park Rd  Chicago, Illinois 60613 
(312) 667-2677

Provides individual therapy services to adolescents and adults with verbal language.


Ashley Allis Therapy

708 Church Street Suite 221 Evanston, IL 60201
ALLISTHERAPY@GMAIL.COM
(262) 215-6506

Provides outpatient therapy to teenagers, young adults, and adults with high functioning autism. I also provide psychoeducation and support to the family members using a strength-based approach to therapy. Ages: Pre-teens to Adults


Aspire

Erica Sokol, LCPC
4100 Litt Drive Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 632-5502, ext. 3889
esokol@aspirechicago.com

Aspire’s licensed professionals are experienced working with individuals on the autism spectrum. Using a combination of therapies, person centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, and expressive therapy to address concerns and support individuals to achieve a life of independence. 18 and up.


Associates in Psychotherapy

Michelle Chaban, PhD
Samantha Fox, Psy.D
Allison Popper Yambor, LCSW

(866) 220-8371
Offices in Chicago, Evanston, and Deerfield

Provides individual and group psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with ASD. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Association House

1116 N. Kedzie Avenue Chicago, IL 60651
Behavioral Health Receptionist: 773-772-8009
773-772-7170 (Spanish speaking)

Offers counseling and case management for individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities or co-occurring disorders. Respite care open to individuals with developmental disabilities, all ages, based on state criteria from DD. Funding becomes available at beginning of fiscal year, July 1st, and is offered until it is depleted. Parents must supply their own respite worker to provide in-home care. Contact Veronica Lopez for respite services: 773-772-8009, extn. 6711


Astute Counseling and Wellness Center 

Multiple providers 
3001 N Southport Avenue Second Floor Chicago, IL 60657 (Lakeview)
info@astutecounseling.com 
773-799-8966 

Mental health services for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and their family members, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Cognitive delays, Tourette’s, OCD, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and any patient with atypical neurological development and neurodivergent presentation. Therapists hold a QIDP certification from the Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities to conduct supportive services for people with IDD and their families/caretakers. Treatment approaches vary, including CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing. Offers family therapy and couples counseling as well. Intermittently run support group services for adults. 


Autism Home Support Services Inc.

85 Revere Drive, Suite B Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 247-7222
contact@autismhomesupport.com

Provides home and center-based ABA therapy to children with autism, focusing on skill development and behavioral interventions (e.g. non-compliance and toileting issues); will work with your school and existing therapy team, such as your developmental, occupational, and speech therapists.


Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center

Alexian Brothers Medical Plaza
1786 Moon Lake Blvd., Suite 202 Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 755-8536
brianne.lukowski@alexian.net

This center provides individual therapy for children and adolescents on the autism spectrum.


Behavioral & Counseling Services

224.256.2607
admin@bcs4you.com

Service areas: Crystal Lake, Barrington, McHenry, Harvard, Lake Zurich, Lake In The Hills, Algonquin, Gilberts, East & West Dundee, Carpentersville, Woodstock, Fox River Grove, Cary, South Barrington, Elgin, Huntley, Hampshire, Pingree Grove, Bull Valley, Richmond, Hebron, Antioch, Spring Grove, Johnsburg, Richmond, Lakemoor

Behavioral Health and Mental Health services. Providing In Home ABA services to children ages 2-17 and counseling (in-clinic) for all ages.


Behavioral Learning
Forest Park, Illinois & Telehealth 
acarris@behavioral-learning.com
(312) 720-9473

Guided by the principles of behavior analysis and framework of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, our individual work together will begin with values clarification. 


Behavioral Psychology Associates

Locations in Arlington Heights, Barrington and Schaumburg.
847-303-1880

Provides individual, group and family therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model for children, teens and adults.


Bellosa Counseling, LLC

Christine Bellosa, MA, LCPC
Therapist for Individuals, Couples &  Families
Park Ridge: 350 S. Northwest Highway, Suite 300, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847.656.5259
St. Charles: 100 Illinois St. Suite 200 St. Charles, IL 60174; 847.220.4977
Christine@BellosaCounseling.com

Provides individuals with ASD of all ages therapy, and well as with couple & family counseling, sibling support and help in other areas such as IEP education.


Charlie's Gift

Center for Autism and Related Disorders
1048 W. Ogden Ave., Suite 130 Downers Grove, IL 60521
(630) 323-7500 x239
charliesgift@att.net

Provides individual therapeutic services based on behavioral and ABA principles.


Center for Enriched Living (CEL)

Robert Vihon Family Resource Center (RVFRC) 
280 Saunders Road Riverwoods, Illinois 60015
847.948.7001

Serve people with all intellectual and developmental disabilities (13+). Family Services: Specialized staff will work with families (one-on-one and in groups) to help them manage life transitions, navigate state-run programs and insurance systems, and prepare guardianship plans. Teen & Adult Services: Specialized staff will work directly with individuals with IDD to build meaningful, independent lives, navigate life’s ups-and-downs, make friends, or deal with the death of a loved one.
Interventions & Treatment: More intensive interventions, tailored to the needs of each member, may include: one-on-one counseling, occupational therapy, or individualized behavior plans.


Center for Mind Health 

lara@centerformindhealth.com 
847-250-9959
Serving Illinois
 
Offers virtual therapy for individuals of  all ages, specializing in individualized working with individuals with autism with verbal language on social skills training and executive functioning; additional specialties in tics, ADHD, OCD and parent training.


Center for Therapeutic Services

9 Crystal Lake Rd., Suite #210  Lake In The Hills, Illinois 60156 
224.509.8026

4209 W Shamrock Ln. McHenry, IL 60050
815.344.9443

Provides therapy for parents and/or children, teens and adults with ASD, as well as ABA services. 


Chicago Center for Family Health 

Dr. Miriam B. Gutmann, MD 
312-372-4731
ccfh.admin@ccfhchicago.org

Private Practice Locations: Chicago Loop, Skokie
Her practice focuses on therapy and treatment planning for a variety of childhood behavioral and developmental problems, with a special interest in the 0-5 years old population. Her areas of special interest include autism, pervasive developmental disorders and attention deficit disorders. Dr. Gutmann is also experienced in addressing parent-child interactional difficulties and divorce/custody-related issues. Individual adult psychotherapy and medication management of both children and adults are part of comprehensive approach to treatment.


Chicago Psychotherapy, PLLC
 
Chicago (Lincoln Park): 1901 & 1925 N. Clybourn Ave
Evanston: 636 Church St.
Courtney Gray (Clinic Manager): courtney@chicago-psychotherapy.com
773-697-8839, ext 1 (intake line)

Offers diagnostic evaluation and therapy for individuals ages 3+, including gold-standard ASD assessment. Currently offers clinical groups and workshops related to parenting, childhood anxiety & OCD, ADHD, and social skills for children, teens and young adults.


Clarity Clinic

Loop: 333 N Michigan Ave #1400, Chicago, IL, (312) 815-9660
River North: 1 E Superior St #306, Chicago, IL (312) 754-9404
Lakeview – Broadway: 3665 N Broadway, Chicago, IL (773) 496-4433
Lakeview - Belmont:  929 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, (312) 530-0323
Arlington Heights: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd #116, Arlington Heights, IL (847) 666-5339
Evanston: 501 Davis St, Evanston, IL,  (312) 546-4193
Mokena - see webpage

Provides therapy and medication evaluation/management to school-aged children, adolescents and adults with ASD and other mental health needs. Online scheduling here.


Comprehensive Psychological Services, P.C.

Michael J. Frey, PhD
3233 N. Arlington Heights Road Suite 208 Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(847) 632-0334
MFrey@psych4kids.com

Provides individual therapy utilizing a variety of interventions including a DIR and cognitive-behavioral model.


Comprehensive Psychological & Speech Svcs LLC

Maria Stewart, PhD, SLP
180 West Park Ave Suite 130 Elmhurst, IL 60126
(847) 632-0334
Licensed clinical psychologist and speech pathologist providing individual therapy for all ages, as well as psychological testing and speech and language evaluation and treatment. Experience in working with individuals with ASD who present with language differences, behavioral challenges, emotional challenges and academic/learning concerns. Therapeutic approaches include CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, EMDR, SFBT, and play-based therapy. Languages: English, Greek  


Coping Together  

15127 S 73RD Ave. Suite C, Orland Park, IL, 60462
(708) 966-9574
CopingTogether@Outlook.com

Provides mental health counseling and ABA services to help individuals with disabilities address life’s challenges and achieve personal goals in order to experience a higher quality of life. Partners with agencies & group homes in the Chicagoland area to provide therapy/supports for all levels of emotional or physical development. We use a variety of therapeutic treatments which include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Art Therapy, and Solution Focused Treatments.


CORE Connection Counseling

6040 State Route 53, Suite B Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 524-4000
info@coreconnectioncc.com

We provide individual counseling, parenting and family support, social & cognitive skills groups, & emotional regulation groups which include:  Social CBT, Social Theatre ™ and Zen Zones which blends the Zones of Regulation™ curriculum  with Yoga Kids.


Daniel Essenpreis, LCSW

Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 322-1347

Provides individual therapy for adolescents, young adults and adults with autism and co-occurring anxiety and depression. Utilizes a variety of models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, and Psychodynamic Theory with a Person-Centered approach.


Dawn La Brose, MSW, LCSW

Autism & Anxiety Therapists, Inc.
1100 Lake St., Suite 210 E, Oak Park, IL 60301
(847) 338-2525
info@aatherapists.com

Provides therapy to kids, teens, adults and families utilizing a variety of methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Social Thinking Model and the Structured TEACCH Method. Specialties include ASD, anxiety and ADHD.


Diane Gould, LCSW, BCBA

1866 Sheridan Road, Suite 207 Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 917-5385
dgould847@aol.com

Provides home-based intervention therapy using a functional analysis of child's behavior and a behavior support plan created for the home. Ages: birth and up.


East Aurora Counseling, Ltd.

Patrick Noonan, LCPC
143 South Lincoln Ave Suite I Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 486-3800
eastauroracounseling143@gmail.com

Offers individual, couples and family therapy, play therapy and case management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Elena Kaiser, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC

Counseling and Art Therapy
2956 Central St. Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 337-2377
kaiser.elena@comcast.net

Uses the creative process of art-making to help her clients improve and enhance their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.


Elevate Counseling + Wellness

Maia Marie Wheeler, LCPC, ATR
Chicago, IL 60604
630-580-8080
305 Quail Ridge Drive Westmont, Illinois 60559
53 W Jackson Blvd, Suite 1501 Chicago, IL 60604
Contact form

Provides therapy for teens, adults, couples and families in Chicago and the Western Suburbs. 


Empathic Counseling Center

Ivy Lynn, LCSW
1601 Sherman Avenue, Suite 510 Evanston, IL 60201
847-565-8083
ivy@empathiccounselingcenter.com

Provides individual psychotherapy to support individuals with Asperger's disorder and high-functioning autism.


Erin Liebman Inc.

Erin Liebman
611 W Briar Pl Suite 3 Chicago, IL 60657
(312) 614-0671

Youth and teen services include individual and family therapy. Therapeutic specialties include: ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, social skills development, peer relationships, and academic underachievement. Specialty is elementary and middle school boys who display challenging behaviors. Young adult services include therapy and coaching. Specialties include: challenges related to careers, relationships, stress, depression, and anxiety. 


Esperanza Health Centers

4700 S California Ave Chicago, IL 60608
Main Line: 773-584-6200
April Hall, LCPC

Provides immediate consultation for behavioral health needs and provide additional psychotherapy sessions as needed. 


The Family Institute at Northwestern University

(847) 733-4300
618 Library Pl Evanston, IL 60201 

Provides individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults, along with family and couples therapy through various evidenced-based models including CBT, DBT, mindfulness and more; Teletherapy sessions are available.


The Finestra Center, LLC

4659 Ravenswood Ave Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 435-6740
info@finestracenter.com

Provides individual therapy in English and Spanish to adults, teens, children and families facing issues related to adjustment to life stressors including developmental, medical, or psychiatric diagnosis of a child or family member.


Genesis Clinical Services
Luis Carlos Mayolo, PsyD
1725 South Naperville Road, Suite 206 Wheaton, IL 60189
630-653-6441

Dr. Mayolo provides psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families, and administers psychological testing/assessments and ADHD evaluations.  He has an extensive background working in school settings providing therapy, consultation, and assessment for children struggling with mood disorders, behavioral disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, learning disabilities, and social skill deficits. 


The Ginkgo Psychology Group

Drs. Kirsten Langley and Samantha Taylor
Chicago: 820 W Jackson, Suite 515 Chicago, IL 60607
Westchester: 2225 Enterprise Drive, Suite 2515 Westchester, IL 60154
312-718-3336
klangley@ginkgopsychology.com

Provides psychotherapy for children, teens, parents, and young adults, as well as developmental assessment and neuropsychological evaluations.


Goodman Psychologist Associates
David Goodman PhD

1200 Harger Road Suite 220 Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 733-1852

Provides individual and family therapy, specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and their families struggling with emotional regulation and behavioral control due to a mood disorder, Autism, ADHD, or life stress.


Greater Elgin Family Care Center

Elisha Mairet, LCSW
373 Summit St. Elgin, Illinois 60120
(847) 796-6698 x6626

Provides individual therapy for children, teens and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, among other co-occurring and/or presenting needs. 


Guiding Behavior Counseling, LLC

(773) 726-4832
info@guidingbehavior.com

Provides children and adults in-home and community services around the Chicago and Chicagoland areas including behavior support, individual, sibling and family counseling, executive skills development, life skills coaching, and behavioral therapy. Some commercial and Medicare plans accepted. 


Have Dreams

2020 Dempster St. Evanston, IL 60202
847-905-0702
515 Busse Highway Suite 150 Park Ridge. IL 60068
847-685-0250
clinicalintakes@havedreams.org 
Individual therapy for children, teens, and adults (ages 6+) on the autism spectrum are rooted in a person-centered approach and are informed by evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy, the TEACCH Structured Teaching methodology, and related interventions. Also offers parent education and support. Virtual and in-person services available.


Healing Connections Counseling, PC

Paula Sejut-Dvorak, MA, LCPC
13717 South Route 30, Unit 153 Plainfield, Illinois 60544
(815) 676-6811
info@hcctherapy.com

HCC provides individual counseling for children, adolescents and adults using age and developmentally appropriate techniques such as play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.


Healing Empowering & Learning Professionals LLC

Karen McCurtis Witherspoon, PhD
401 E 162nd Street, Suite 103 South Holland, IL 60473
(773) 840-0855

Additional Location:
2930 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 100 Chicago, IL 60616

Clinical practice made up of psychologists, clinical counselors, substance abuse counselors, social workers, educators who focus on psychological testing, parenting evaluations, and psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and adults. 


Hejna & Selkirk Psychological Services 

Oak Park, IL 
Katie Hejna, Psy.D.: 708-943-7827
khejna@hspsychservices.com
Adam Selkirk, Psy.D.: 773-220-5634
aselkirk@hspsychservices.com

Provides child, adolescent and young adult individual psychotherapy, as well as developmental and neuropsychological testing for all ages. 


Insightful Solutions

Erika Swanson, PsyD
10310 Orland Parkway, Suite 201 Orland Park, IL 60467 
(708) 512-7179

Provides therapy services including family/couples therapy, psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children with ASD, as well as child trauma psychotherapy and parent consultation. 


Institute for Therapy through the Arts

2130 Green Bay Road Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 425-9708 ext 590

Through the art-making experience and therapeutic relationship, clients express and examine feelings, learn about cause and effect relationships, improve problem-solving patterns, promote social skills, develop responsibility and independence, cope with symptoms and enhance self-esteem.


JCFS Chicago

Therapy Services: 855.275.5237

Offers counseling, support groups or group psychotherapy to parents, children, teens and adults find solutions to the challenges they face. Insurance information here.


Jennifer Eileen Hassler, LCSW, ACSW

1000 Jorie Blvd Suite48, Oak Brook IL 60523
(708) 315-7002
Provides family and individual therapy for ages 3 - adulthood. Area of concentration include children and adolescents, mood disorders in all ages, developmental delays including Autism Spectrum Disorder, eating disorders, clinical assessment and evaluation. Areas of specialty include developmental issues for children, as well as child and adult survivors of abuse, neglect and trauma. 


The Josselyn Center

405 Central Avenue Northfield, Illinois 60093
415 Washington Ave., Suite 200, Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 441-5600

Provides individual, couple, family, and group therapy (ages 3+), psychiatric services (ages 3+), psychological testing (ages 8+), and job coaching/employment services. 


Karin McNicholas, MSW, LCSW

425 S. Main St. Suite 100 Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 629-0297

Provides individual therapy.


Kathy Abbott, Psy D, PC

3317 W 95th St., Ste. 205 Evergreen Park, IL 60805 
(773) 683-1672

Provides individual therapy to individuals (teens and adults) with high functioning autism. 


kiND therapy + wellness

Amanda Besinger, LCSW
4910 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60625
773.789.9524
amanda@kindchicago.com

Offers individual, couples, parent and family therapy to children, teens and adults specializing in neurodivergence to support needs including anxiety, depression, + mood; child development, adhd, autism-related needs, sensory processing disorder, identity and trauma.


Konick & Associates

600 S. Washington Suite 105 Naperville, IL 60540
64 Orland Square Drive, Ste. 112, Orland Park, IL 60462
630-206-4060
info@konickandassociates.com

Provides compassionate child, adolescent, adult, family, and couples counseling with a focus on neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, and more). Other services include parent coaching, neuropsychological assessments for all ages, and a virtual game night for neurodiverse young adults 18+.


Lana Roth, LCSW, ACSW 

666 Dundee Road Suite 1302 Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 486-1036
lanaroth@sbcglobal.net

Provides individual therapy to high-functioning adolescents and young adults facing social and emotional challenges.


Life Insight Therapy Collective

Lisette Martinez, LCSW
115 S. Vine Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 563-0044
Provides individual and family therapy to individuals ages 3 – 22 with autism in both English and Spanish.


LifeStance Health: Edgewood Clinical Services

Naperville: 1288 Rickert Drive, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60540
Barrington:  111 Lions Dr, Suite 210
(630) 428-7890
Stephanie Polan, LCSW 

Provides individual therapy, behavior management therapy, and group therapy services with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching.  See accepted insurances here 


Linden Oaks Behavioral Health (Edward-Elmhurst Health)

Orland Park: 
11512 W 183rd Place, Suite NW Orland Park IL
603-646-6433

Individual Therapy: Dan S. and Megan Cummens provide individual therapy to children and adults with ASD.


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.


Living Rite

779.777.7335
Contact.Us@LivingRite.org
Algonquin: 2100 North Huntington Dr., 60102
Sycamore:  1625 Bethany Rd #1, 60178

Individual and family therapy for children and adults with autism. 


The LodeStone Center for Behavioral Health

Oak Park: 1110 North Boulevard - (708) 927-0279
Hinsdale: 15 Spinning Wheel Rd., Suite 426, Hinsdale IL 60521 - (708) 927-0279
McHenry: 3923 Mercy Dr., Suite F, McHenry, IL 60050 - 815-344-5061
Woodstock: 111 Dean St., Woodstock, IL 60098 - 815-344-5061
Chicago: 645 North Michigan Ave., Suite 1005, Chicago, IL 60611 - 312-809-7036

Service range from play therapy to one on one therapy to full psychological testing to wellness services.


Lotus Behavioral Wellness

Stephanie Polan, LCSW 
100 Illinois Street Suite 200 St. Charles, IL 60174
(779) 777-5361
meganorr@lotusbehavioralwellness.com

Provides individual therapy (in-person or telehealth) with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching.  See accepted insurances here


Loyola Adult Psychiatry 

(888) 584-7888
Online Scheduling 
Offers services in multiple locations: Loyola Medicine Burr Ridge, Loyola Medicine Maywood - Roosevelt Road, Loyola Medicine Oakbrook Terrace, Loyola Outpatient Center, and MacNeal Hospital. 

Provide diagnostic assessment, therapy, psychopharmacological evaluations, and medication management. Offer individual, family and group counseling, parenting education classes and grief counseling. Must be a current Loyola patient for behavioral health services.  


Mary Donner, LSW

Chicago, IL 60613

Provides individual therapy for adults needing support with LGBTQ+ issues, Gender identity, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergence and/or trauma needs. Primarily utilizes DBT, ACT and/or EMDR modalities in treatment.


Melissa Amison, LCSW

Brookfield Illinois 60513
(708) 271-9068
melissaaminsonLCSW@gmail.com

Individual Therapy: Available to all ages to address deficits in social skills, develop coping strategies, improve self-esteem, and any mental health concerns. Also offers play therapy and social skills groups for children ages 5-17.


MGB Services, Inc

Maria Bellantuono, LCPC
2625 Butterfield Rd, Suite 1385. Oakbrook IL
Additional location in Arlington Heights
847-701-4409
mariab@mgbservices.org

Provides individual and group therapy, parent training, and family consultation and coaching to individuals with ASD, Intellectual and developmental disorders across the lifespan.


Michelle M. Kator, LCSW

Certified RDI Consultant
ACP Consultants
2604 Dempster St.  Suite 510 Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 824-1235, ext. 7
mkator208@wideopenwest.com

Provides individual therapy using RDI for children with autism.


Midwest Asian Health Association | MAHA

238 W. Cermak Rd, 3rd Floor Chicago, IL 60616
312-285-2287 
info@maha-us.org

MAHA community mental health clinic promotes public awareness about mental health problems in the Asian American populations and provides community services including programs focused on employment, counseling, navigating health insurance, substance abuse prevention, health screening and specialty clinics.


Mindful Path Behavioral Health and Wellness Inc.

Jillian Poteshman
jillian@mindfulpathbhw.com
53 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1301 Chicago, IL 60604
(847) 440-4592

Jillian supports adolescents and emerging adults (18-29) who are experiencing struggles such as anxiety, depression, trauma, perfectionism, difficulties relating to others, and motivational issues (school and work). She specializes in working with those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, those in relationships with these individuals, as well as their families.


Nichole Dawson, PhD

Pediatric neuropsychologist
40 S. Clay St., Suite 204W Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 789-0423, ext. 1
nldawsonphd@comcast.net

Provides pediatric neuropsychological evaluations. Expertise in assessment and treatment planning for autism spectrum and related disorders, including education and advocacy support for parents for IEP development.


North Shore Psychotherapy, LLC

Orli Ginsburg Firestein, LCSW 
(847) 323-8189 (general)
773.340.0047 (therapist)
orliginsburg@northshorepsychotherapy.com
Locations in Lakeview (Chicago), Skokie & Virtual
2835 N. Sheffield Ave Chicago, IL 60657

Specializes in working with adolescent and adults who identify as neurodivergent (autism, ADHD, learning disabilities)


Northern Illinois University

Psychological Services Center, Psychology/Computer Science Building room 86
Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL 60115
815-753-0591
psc@niu.edu

Services include psychological testing, diagnostic interviews and a variety of psychotherapies, including Individual, couple, family and group therapy, parent education and play-based therapy for children.


Northwest Behavioral Health Services

Providers: Christopher Watson, PhD; Peter Dodzik, PhD
415 W. Golf Rd., STE 16 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 577-0904
lcampo@nwbhs.com

Specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Services include evaluation, individual therapy, family and/or couples therapy, and ABA. 


The OCD & Anxiety Center

(630) 522-3124
info@theocdandanxietycenter.com
64 Orland Square Dr. Suite 112 , Orland Park, IL
1100 Jorie Blvd. Suites 132 & 243 Oak Brook, IL
Telehealth services available in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa

Provides individual therapy, group therapy, parent training, and social skills groups with specialty in ASD, OCD, anxiety, and other related conditions.  


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPorte Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


Playful Healing Center 

1430 E Thacker St #4, Des Plaines, IL 60016
224-765-4875
Provides mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Although we are specialized in pediatric psychotherapy in issues of attachment, anxiety, trauma, behavioral and emotional issues associated with ASD and other developmental delays and sensory integration challenges; also offers services to individuals and families with issues of trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. Utilizes evidence-based models such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Play Therapy.


Pneuma Therapeutic Services

Lauren Moring, LCSW 
53 West Jackson Boulevard Suite 1615 Chicago, IL 60604
(773) 232-3640
lauren@pneumachicago.com

Provides individual therapy with experience in treating autism, adhd, anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, developmental delays, self-esteem, abuse and trauma. Utilizes play therapy, CBT, EMDR, and a variety of other therapeutic tools to support individual needs. 


Polaris Counseling
Antonio D Salvat, PsyD
800 W 5th Ave Suite 205 Naperville, IL 60563
630-779-0751
contact@polariscounseling.com 

Dr. Salvat specializes in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in couples therapy, family therapy, and individual therapy. Dr. Salvat has experience in working with autistic individuals with strong verbal language skills. 


Portrait Health Centers

Vicki Bolina, PhD
175 E Hawthorn Parkway, Suite 235, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 737-8787

Accepting new patients; next availability in December. Specializes in clients presenting with autism, learning disorders and anxiety. 


Progressive Life Counseling, LLC

Joshua Boyd, LPC 
Chicago, IL 60629 
618-731-6923
progressivelifecounseling18@gmail.com

Specializes in working with children to young adults to navigate things such as autism, trauma, anxiety & depression, identity, anger management, communication, eating disorders, and school/career decisions. Insurance information here.


Psychological Assessment, Consultation, & Treatment (PACT)

Hollie Sobel, PHD
872-588-5585
pact@holliesobel.com
Chicago: 3166 N Lincoln 210 Chicago, IL 60657
Northbrook: 899 Skokie Boulevard 204 Northbrook, IL 60062

Provides assessment, therapy, and consultation services with clients across all developmental levels, with specialization in working with children/adolescents. She also has expertise in the areas of anxiety, depression, autism, behavioral difficulties, learning disorders, giftedness, and assisting families to navigate through the divorce process. 


Riverview Counseling Services

(630) 587-3777 x102
St. Charles Campus: 
111 E. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174
Maureen Henry, Molly stanek, Melissa Nytko, Stephanie Santo, Selena Wollach

Batavia Campus: 
13 E. Wilson Street Batavia, IL 60510
Lara Marlowe, Heather Kochen

South Elgin Campus: 
474 Briargate Drive  South Elgin IL 60177
Holly Simpson, Melissa Nytko

Provides individual therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model for individuals (children and adults) with ASD and their families.


Restorative Counseling

Katie Jackson, LCPC
155 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 608 Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 874-5928
kjackson@rcchicago.org

Provides individual, couples, and family counseling for those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their loved ones. Uses an eclectic model of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Family Systems Theory to improve social skills, executive functioning, affect management, communication skills, and parenting skills for adolescents and adults.


Rush Neurobehavioral Center

4711 W. Golf Road Suite 1100 Skokie, IL 60676
(847) 933-9339
info@rnbc.org

Provides individual therapy. Bi-lingual therapy services offered (Spanish).


Rush University Medical Center

Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment & Services (AARTS) Center
1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 603 Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-0819

The Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment, & Services (AARTS) Center at Rush is a supportive program with unparalleled expertise in diagnosing and treating individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).


Seasons Within LLC

Holly DeRosa Walejeski, LCPC, ATR
info@seasonswithinllc.com
708-303-8083
1515 North Harlem Avenue, Suite 301, Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Provides individual outpatient counseling and art therapy to children, teens, and adults and has extensive experience with ASD.


Seth Solway, PsyD 

4256 N. Ravenswood Ave., Suite 211 Chicago, IL 60613
(678) 765-9294
sethsolwaypsyd@gmail.com

Provides individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults with developmental delays, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders.


Smart Love Family Services

Natalie & Ben Heineman Smart Love Center
2222 N. Kedzie Blvd. Chicago, IL 60647

Rush Medical Office Building
610 S. Maple St., Suite 5601 Oak Park, IL 60304
(773) 665.8052 ext. 4

Smart Love offers counseling services for children, adults and families, as well as parent education classes and coaching. Our services include play and individual therapy, group therapy, parent counseling, couples therapy, and a range of assessment and evaluation services.


SociAbility

Genevieve Thorton, PsyD
899 Skokie Blvd., Suite 204 Northbrook, IL 60062
(773) 562-9151

Provides individual therapy using a cognitive-behavioral model.


Solveig Roverud, LCSW 

5138 North Clark Street 2nd Floor Chicago, Illinois 60640
(773) 671-5727

A seasoned clinician serving children (6+), teens, and adults who specializes in pediatric medical and developmental complexity including autism, perinatal mood disorders, grief/loss support, depression/anxiety management and mindfulness techniques.


The Summit Center 

3033 West Jefferson Street Suite 107 Joliet, Illinois 60435
(815) 773-0772
Leigh Bancsy, LCPS 

Provides counseling services to children, adolescents and adults, as well as families and couples.


Tami Meer, LCSW 

(847) 929-9413
2530 Crawford 302 Evanston, IL 60201
3255 North Arlington Heights Road Suite 502 Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Provides therapy to children, adolescents, adults, older adults, couples and families of individuals with special needs. One area of expertise is with special education and special needs children. I am certified as both a school social worker and a principal. Another area of expertise is with the caregivers of both older adults and children with disabilities.


Trinity Counseling Center

Director Bonnie Hassan
815-722-4384 
Locations in Joliet, New Lenox, and Homewood.

Trinity Counseling Center offers groups and individual therapy services to children and adults with a variety of developmental disabilities and mental health needs. Accepts private insurance and Medicaid, as well as offers an affordable, sliding-scale, self-pay option.


Uniquely You 

(779) 707-3717
welcome@uniquelyyou.email
400 E. Lincoln Hwy Suite 102 New Lenox, IL 60451

Provides OT, Individual and group therapy to individuals across the lifespan. Uniquely You Behavioral Health is dedicated to serving the neurodivergent (ND) community and their families, with specialization in support ASD, ADHD, Trauma, Parents, Siblings and Couples or Family Therapy. Utilizes a variety of play-based (DIR/Floortime) and traditional therapy models. Insurance information here.


University of Illinois at Chicago Developmental Disabilities Family Clinic 

Multiple individual therapists (BCBA, social work, and professional counselors)
Intake Coordinator: Ginny Griffin or Lizabeth Fernandez
1640 W. Roosevelt Road Chicago, IL 60608
(312) 413-1490
giginny@uic.edu

Behavior and individual therapy for clients with a dual diagnosis of intellectual/developmental disability and mental illness.


Uptown Psych

4753 N Broadway St., 900 Chicago, Illinois 60640 
773-989-2780

Provides medication management to children and adults with ASD. Uptown's team also provides individual therapy and group therapy for autistic individuals with verbal language. 


Wellington Counseling Group

Allison Lobel, PsyD
312-900-8642 (Lakeview, Lincolnwood)
847-230-9690 (Northbrook) 
Locations in: Lakeview, Northbrook, Lincolnwood

Provides individual psychotherapy utilizing a psychodynamic, developmental, and systems approach.

Speech and Language Therapy

AAC Helper

Beth Christensen
easc.slp@gmail.com
3731 Blanchan Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois 60513

Beth is an SLP in private practice in the Brookfield area. She is seeing in-person clients and also specializes in AAC.


Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Rehabilitation and Wellness

3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 275-2600 Option 2

Provides Occupational and Physical Therapy options for patients 11-18. Provides Speech, Occupational and Physical therapy all adults. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Advocate Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital

5150 Northwest Highway Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847) 842-4057

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages. 


AMITA Health Rehabilitation Services Schaumburg

Golf Point Plaza Shopping Center, 347 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 490-6928

Provides Occupational, Speech and Physical therapies. Partnered with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab


Authentic Expression LLC

Heidi Rabe
heidi@authenticexpressionllc.com

Treats patients primarily in the northern suburbs. Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as on-going speech and language therapy services. Session occur in home.


Autism Care Therapy

855-5-AUTISM; 630-687-8583
info@autismcaretherapy.com 
Lombard: 44 W. Roosevelt Rd. 
Oak Lawn: 4700 W 95th St. 
Chicago: 4830 N Pulaski Rd.

Provides ABA, OT, SLP and parent training services, as well as diagnostic evaluations. Accepts some Medicaid plans.


Brady Speech-Language Pathology 

773-493-4000
contact@bradyspeech.com
5228 S. Blackstone, Suite Y, Chicago, IL 60615

Initial screenings, parent consultations, comprehensive evaluations, scheduled therapy sessions, family counseling and support, and collaboration with schools, physicians, and other paraprofessionals.


Center for Audiology, Speech, Language, and Learning

Northwestern University
2315 Campus Drive Evanston, IL 60208
847-491-3165
nucasll@northwestern.edu


Communication Is The Key

LaChone Pitchford, MA/CCC-SLP
4455 S King Drive, Suite 100 Chicago IL 60653
(773) 517-7669
lachone@letmetalk2.com

Speech and language assessments and corresponding therapy is provided. Goals developed with support from family to help develop the whole person.


The Elmhurst University Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic

(630) 617-3555
speechclinic@elmhurst.edu
190 Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 

The clinic provides speech and language evaluations and therapy for individuals of all ages with communication difficulties, include those needing assessment and/or utilizing AAC devices. Caregiver involvement is encouraged through ongoing consultation with clinical staff, in-session activities, and observation from behind one-way mirrors. Services are offered in English and Spanish. To begin the application process or receive more information about our clinic, please call or email.


Lakeview Speech and Language Clinic
 
419C-421C Harrison St., Oak Park, IL 60304
708-240-3874
info@lakeviewspeech.com
On-site services provided (in home, daycare, after school programs, private school) in the Chicagoland area

Provide neurodiversity affirming and strength-based speech-language therapy to clients and families across the lifespan.


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.


Loyola Center for Rehabilitation on Roosevelt

1219 W. Roosevelt Road Maywood, IL 60153
708-216-5300

Provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for ages 18+.


Ludden Speech and Language Clinic

Saint Xavier University
3700 W. 103rd Street Chicago, IL 60655
773-298-3564
gbanys@sxu.edu

Speech therapy services which include evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for children and adults with communication disorders. Click here for client application.


Matt Baud 

Frankfort, IL
(708) 935-5188

Speech and Language Pathologist providing evaluations for speech and AAC needs.


Nature’s Edge Therapy Center, Inc.

Director Becky Payne, MATCCC/SLP/HPCS
2523 14 ¾ Ave. Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 859 6670

Assessment and treatment for patients that have expressive and receptive language delays, including finding alternative forms of communication for those that have limited verbal expression, feeding and swallowing impairments, social skill deficits and pragmatic difficulties, as well as memory and cognitive delays.


Northwestern Medicine Outpatient Rehab

2111 Midlands Court Sycamore, Illinois 60178
Outpatient rehab center 
630-933-1500

Offers Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapies to children and adults. 


Northern Illinois University

Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
815-753-1481
slhc@niu.edu
3100 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL 60115

Provides speech-language evaluation and treatment and comprehensive hearing assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. 


OtoLing

Willard Hooks, PhD, CCC-A/SLP
1020 E. Ogden Ave., Suite 212 Naperville, IL 60563-8609
(630) 305-8288
otoling@mac.com

Provides auditory and speech-language services. See a complete list of services.


Park Lawn

10833 S. LaPorte Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-7377
info@parklawn.com

Services include day programming, vocational and employment training, and personal support workers, as well as counseling, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy.


RUSH Speech-Language Pathology Services

Orthopedic Building
1611 W. Harrison St., Suite 530 Chicago, IL 60612
312-942-5013

Serving child, adolescent and adult patients. 


Saint Anthony Hospital - Rehabilitation Services

Saint Anthony Hospital: 2875 West 19th Street Chicago, IL 60623 (773.484.4150)
Little Village Clinic: 3059 West 26th Street (773.696.9050)
Kedzie Clinic: 4455 South Kedzie Avenue (773.523.2416)
SAH Physical Therapy: 1600 West 13th Street (312.243.5582)

Saint Anthony Hospital offers individualized treatment plans, covering a wide variety of needs, for all ages – now at four convenient locations. Rehabilitation services include physical and occupational therapy, audiology, and speech therapy.


Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital (Sinai Health System)

Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital (Sinai Health System)
1401 South California Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60608
773.522.2010

Schwab’s pediatric rehabilitation program serves children and adolescents with disabling medical conditions and their families including autism spectrum disorder.


Social Butterfly, Inc.

630-381-8307
info@sbspeechtherapy.com
Westmont: 825 Cass Avenue, Suite 311 Westmont, IL 60559
Naperville: 534 W. 5th Ave. Naperville, IL 60563
In-home service area: Serving the surrounding communities of Aurora, Addison, Burr Ridge, Bolingbrook, Brookfield, Clarendon Hills, Darien, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, LaGrange, Lisle, Lombard, Naperville, Oak Brook, Oak Brook Terrace, Oak Park, Romeoville, Warrenville, Westchester, Western Springs, Wheaton, Westmont, Willowbrook, Winfield and Woodridge.

Provides in-clinic and home-based speech, language and feeding assessment and therapy to children and adults with autism.


Soundbox Speech

(312) 392-1640
Serves Chicago and surrounding suburbs.

Provides individualized speech & language therapy to children, teens and adults. 


Speak Your Mind

630-765-5890
lorissa@speakyourtherapy.com

Speak Your Mind provides quality Speech Therapy for children, teenagers, and adults in Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Carol Stream, and the surrounding Chicago Suburban areas.


Speech IRL

8 S. Michigan Ave, Suite 812. Chicago, IL 60603
312-870-0352
info@speechirl.com

Speech IRL is a speech therapy and communication consulting practice that specializes in services for teens and adults 18-65yo. Our philosophy is based on the social model of disability and neurodiversity principles. We collaborate with our clients to problem-solve day-to-day challenges presented by classroom, workplace, and personal-social environments. Many of our clients do not have an official diagnosis, but simply want to gain skills and knowledge in specific areas. Free consultations.


Strive ABA Consultants

Serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas
In-clinic services located in Oak Forest, Merriville and Chicago (Southside – 60643) 
773-589-4667
striveabaconsultants@gmail.com

Provides in-clinic and in-home (when appropriate) ABA therapy for children ages, 2-26 and serves Chicagoland area, including north and south side, South Suburbs and Joliet area. Additionally, provides Speech, Occupational & Feeding therapies, along with AAC evaluation and support securing a device through insurance as appropriate. Provides financial assistance for diagnostic evaluations, delivered by Adapt Psychological Services. Accepts some Medicaid plans. Strive assists with transportation to clinics as needed at no cost to families. 


The Student Community Outreach Program of Excellence (SCOPE) Speech & Hearing Clinic at Rush

1725 W. Harrison St. Suite 321 Chicago, IL 60612
312.563.4722
cds_scope@rush.edu

Provides audiology and speech-language pathology diagnostic and treatment services for patients of all ages. Services are available in English and Spanish.


SwedishAmerican Hospital

Pediatric Therapy And Adult Speech Therapy
209 9th St, Rockford, IL 61104
(779) 696-4470

The staff includes registered and licensed occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists. We treat children with a variety of diagnosis, including, autism, attention deficit disorder, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, cognitive and developmental delays, language disorders, hearing loss, sensory integration dysfunction and many more.


Sweeney, Augustin and Associates

Maureen Sweeney, PhD, CCC-SLP
5225 Old Orchard Road, Suite 44 Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 583-9492
msweeney.saa@comcast.net

Provides assessment and speech and language therapy.


TALC Technology & Language Center  (Jill Senner) 

Jill E. Senner, PhD, CCC-SLP 
Matthew R. Baud, MS, CCC-SLP
Ramey Abudayyeh, MS, CCC-SLP
Heather Miller Schwarz, MS, CCC-SLP
847.682.1596
info@talcaac.com
Now serving Illinois, Indiana & Washington

Technology & Language Center, Inc. is a tele-AAC practice serving children, teens, and young adults with complex communication needs. Tele-AAC is a form of telepractice, a method of offering services using videoconferencing tools like Zoom, specifically for individuals using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and their teams.


Tarle Speech

Jennifer Tarle-Pakulski
226-272-7039 - jennifer@tarlespeech.com

Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, with a special interest in young adults with no AAC experience.


Vital Rehabilitation

5820 W. Irving Park Road Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 685-8482; 773-975-6830
contact@vitalrehabilitation.com

Provides physical therapy evaluations in the clinic, home or community. Provides Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Aquatic therapy, Neuro Developmental Treatment (NDT) and Cuevas MEDEK Exercise (CME). Medicaid taken only at Lakeview location.