Mental Health Therapy Near You in Chicago’s South Suburbs
- Anxiety and EMDR specialists for every age and stage
- In-person in New Lenox and telehealth across Illinois
- In-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and UMR
- No waiting list, and we reply within 24 hours
Serving Families Across 9 Communities in the South Suburbs
You shouldn’t have to travel far for quality anxiety therapy. Our New Lenox practice is conveniently located to serve families from Joliet, Frankfort, Mokena, Lockport, Manhattan, Peotone, Tinley Park, Orland Park, Homer Glen and beyond. Can’t make the drive? We offer telehealth sessions throughout Illinois. We also see families from Bourbonnais, Chicago, Palos Heights, Chicago Heights and Homewood, many of them through telehealth.
Why Families Choose Davis-Smith Mental Health
In-Person in New Lenox
Our New Lenox office is easily accessible from Joliet, Frankfort, Mokena, Lockport, Manhattan, Peotone, Tinley Park, Orland Park, and Homer Glen.
Telehealth Available
Families throughout Illinois can access our specialized anxiety therapy from home via secure video sessions.
Specialized Care
We specialize in anxiety, EMDR and trauma-informed care for children, teens and adults.
Flexible Scheduling
We offer morning, afternoon, and evening appointments to fit around school, work, and family schedules.
Joliet, IL
About 15 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Joliet is one of the largest cities in Illinois, and its families face real pressures – school stress, major life transitions, and the everyday challenges of raising children in a busy, diverse community. Many parents in Joliet have noticed their children or teens struggling with worry, avoidance, or physical symptoms of anxiety and aren’t sure where to turn.
At Davis-Smith Mental Health, our therapists specialize in anxiety for children, teens and adults. We take the time to understand your family’s situation and use evidence-based approaches – including Cognitive behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR – to help kids, teens and adults break free from anxious patterns and feel genuinely better.
Can’t always make the drive? We offer secure telehealth sessions for Joliet families throughout Illinois.
Frankfort, IL
About 10 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Frankfort is one of the closest communities to our practice, making it easy for families to access specialized anxiety therapy without a long commute. Frankfort’s strong schools and high expectations are a source of real pressure for many young people – particularly around academic performance, college preparation, and extracurricular achievement.
Our therapists work with children and teens who carry the weight of those expectations – kids who look fine on the outside but are struggling with perfectionism, panic before big events, or constant low-level worry. We help them build genuine confidence and practical coping skills they can use in real life.
Prefer the flexibility of online sessions? Telehealth appointments are available for Frankfort families.
Mokena, IL
About 10 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Mokena is just minutes from our practice and shares many of the same values as New Lenox – strong schools, close family communities, and high expectations for young people. That combination can be a source of real pressure for children and teens who are still figuring out who they are and where they fit.
At Davis-Smith Mental Health, we help Mokena families address anxiety before it grows into something bigger. Whether your child is avoiding school, withdrawing from friends, or lying awake at night with racing thoughts, early support with an anxiety specialist makes a lasting difference.
Telehealth sessions are also available for Mokena families who prefer to meet online.
Lockport, IL
About 20 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Lockport is a growing South Suburbs community with a strong sense of family and community pride. Many Lockport parents notice signs of anxiety in their children or teens – irritability, avoidance of activities they used to enjoy, physical complaints before school – but aren’t always sure whether what they’re seeing is ‘just a phase’ or something that needs support.
Our therapists are trained to identify and treat anxiety in children, teens and adults at all levels of severity. We create personalized treatment plans that work in real life, not just in the therapy room, and we keep parents involved every step of the way.
For Lockport families who can’t always make the drive, flexible telehealth appointments are available throughout the week.
Tinley Park, IL
About 25 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Tinley Park is one of the busiest and most family-friendly suburbs in the South Suburbs, with a wide range of school environments and social pressures for young people. Anxiety in children and teens can look many different ways – defiance, stomach aches, school refusal, or simply going quiet and withdrawing from the things they used to enjoy.
Our therapists specialize in recognizing and treating anxiety in children, teens and adults. We work with kids, teens and parents from Tinley Park who are dealing with school stress, social anxiety, performance pressure, and worry about the future. Our approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in what actually helps young people feel better day to day.
Prefer not to make the drive every week? Telehealth therapy is available for Tinley Park families throughout the week.
Orland Park, IL
About 25 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Orland Park is a thriving suburb with high-achieving schools and competitive environments that can place real pressure on children and teens. Anxiety, perfectionism, and social stress are among the most common concerns we see from Orland Park families – and they’re very treatable with the right support.
Davis-Smith Mental Health welcomes families from Orland Park looking for specialized anxiety therapy. Our therapists understand the pressures that come with high-achieving environments, and we help young people build genuine confidence and resilience – not just the appearance of it. We use evidence-based approaches including CBT and EMDR to get real, lasting results.
Telehealth sessions are available for Orland Park families, making it easy to start therapy from home on a schedule that works for you.
Manhattan, IL
About 15 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Manhattan families already know New Lenox well, since Manhattan teens attend Lincoln-Way West here in town. The move from Manhattan Junior High to high school is exciting, but it can also bring new worries about grades, friendships, and fitting in.
We help Manhattan kids, teens and adults understand their anxiety and build coping skills that hold up in real life, at school, at home, and with friends. Our approach is practical, warm, and built around you.
Telehealth is available too, so Manhattan families can meet from home when the week gets busy.
Peotone, IL
About 25 to 30 minutes from our New Lenox office.
Peotone is a smaller community in southern Will County, where teens move from Peotone Junior High to Peotone High School alongside classmates they have known for years. That closeness is a gift, but it can also make an anxious teen worry more about what everyone thinks.
Davis-Smith Mental Health welcomes Peotone families looking for specialized anxiety care for kids, teens and adults. We focus on practical tools you can use right away, with a therapist who takes the time to really get to know them.
Telehealth sessions are available for Peotone families who would rather meet from home.
Homer Glen, IL
A short drive from our New Lenox office.
Homer Glen is a family town in Will County, where most kids come up through Homer 33C and head to Lockport Township High School. Busy schedules can hide a lot of worry, for kids, teens and the grown-ups keeping everything running.
We help Homer Glen kids, teens and adults understand their anxiety and build skills that hold up at school, at work and at home.
Telehealth is available too, so Homer Glen families can meet from home when the week gets busy.
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Whether you’re in New Lenox or one of our surrounding communities, we’re here to help. Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment today.
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What People Are Saying About Us
5.0 Based on 5 Google reviews
“Davis-Smith Mental Health truly cares about their clients. The therapists are compassionate, skilled, and genuinely committed to helping you grow and heal. It’s clear that Jessica has built a team that shares her values and dedication. Highly recommend to anyone looking for meaningful support and real results.”
Kasia Budyn · Posted on Google
“Jessica provides a safe and welcoming environment for all the teens she sees. She tailors treatment to each teen and is incredibly patient and open to their needs. I have seen first hand the work she does and the connection she has with kids. I cannot recommend her enough as someone who will care for your teen and your family!”
Google User · Posted on Google
“Davis-Smith Mental Health is a trusted resource for providing compassionate, high-quality therapy for teens and emerging adults. I know confidently that clients are supported with empathy, professionalism, and respect. Jessica leads her team with integrity and intention. She clearly prioritizes the well-being of her staff, which allows them to show up fully for the clients they serve. Their commitment to the healing journey is evident in every interaction. I’m grateful to have them as a referral partner and deeply value their work in the mental health community.”
Sherri Wick · Posted on Google
“Jessica is a dedicated therapist and absolutely loves working with teens. You are able to feel the love from the moment you walk through the door. She and her staff will provide a safe and private environment for that one on one attention you deserve.”
Melanie K. Hall · Posted on Google
“Jessica and her team are so passionate and helpful! I would recommend this practice to anyone looking!”
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- Anxiety specialists for children, teens, and adults
- Rated 5.0 on Google
- In-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and UMR
- Telehealth anywhere in Illinois
- In-person in New Lenox
- EMDR therapy for anxiety and trauma
- We truly care about every client
- There is courage in change
