Online Anxiety Therapy in Illinois
Therapy From Wherever You Are in Illinois
- Anxiety counseling for every age, and EMDR with our EMDR-trained therapist
- 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
Reviewed by Jessica Davis, LCPC, Practice Owner · Updated October 2026
Online Therapy That Fits
Your Life
Telehealth at Davis-Smith Mental Health brings counseling to you. Instead of driving to our office, you meet with your therapist over a secure video session from home, your car, or anywhere private. It is the same therapist, the same care, and the same approach, just without the commute.
We offer online therapy for teens, young adults, and adults who are physically in Illinois during each session. It is a great fit for busy schedules, teens juggling school and activities, college students, and anyone who feels more comfortable opening up from their own space. We see clients online from the Chicago suburbs, the city of Chicago and smaller towns across the state.
Online therapy is not a lesser version of “real” therapy. For many people, it is what makes therapy possible in the first place. No traffic, no waiting room, and no rushing out of work early. Just a quiet space, a device, and a therapist who is ready to listen.
“Connection is why we’re here.”
– Brené Brown
In-network with
- Aetna PPO
- Cigna / Evernorth
- BCBS PPO
- UnitedHealthcare
- UMR
- Initial assessment $200
- Ongoing sessions $150
Insurance and rates
Insurance Accepted
Davis-Smith Mental Health is in network with Aetna PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Cigna and Evernorth, UnitedHealthcare, and UMR. Not every therapist is in every network, so we check your plan with you before your first session. If you’d rather pay privately, we can give you a Superbill to use with your out-of-network benefits.
WHEN TO REACH OUT
Is Online Therapy Right for You?
Telehealth works well for many people and many concerns. It may be a great fit if any of these sound like you:
Your Schedule Is Packed
Between work, school, kids, and activities, finding time to drive to an appointment feels impossible.
You Live Farther Away
You live outside New Lenox but still in Illinois, and want a therapist who specializes in what you need.
You Feel More Comfortable at Home
Opening up feels easier from your own couch or bedroom than in an office.
Your Teen Is Busy or Hesitant
Online sessions can feel less intimidating for teens and are easier to fit around school and practice.
You Are a College Student
You are away at school in Illinois and want to keep working with someone who knows you.
Getting Out Is Hard Right Now
Illness, a new baby, no ride, or anxiety itself can make leaving home tough.
You Want Consistency
Weather, travel, and busy weeks do not have to interrupt your progress.
You Like Flexibility
You can switch between online and in-person sessions depending on what works that week.
You Want More Options
Meeting online can give you more flexibility in finding a time that works for you.
Getting Started Online Is Simple
All you need is a phone, tablet, or computer with a camera, a decent internet connection, and a private place to talk. Before your first session, we send you a secure link. You click it at your appointment time, and your therapist will be there.
If you have never done video therapy before, that is okay. We will walk you through it, and most people feel comfortable within the first few minutes.
Why People Choose Telehealth
How Online Therapy Helps
Telehealth gives you the same support you would get in our office, with a few extra benefits that make it easier to keep going. Here is what that can look like:
No Commute
More time for your life, and no rushing across town to make an appointment.
Privacy and Security
Sessions take place on a secure video platform designed for therapy.
A Familiar Setting
Talking from your own space can make it easier to relax and open up.
Easier to Stay Consistent
Fewer missed sessions means steadier progress.
Same Therapist, Same Care
You work with the same licensed therapists who see clients in our New Lenox office.
Flexible for Families
Teens can join from home after school, and parents do not have to leave work early to drive.
Support Across Illinois
Access to a therapist who specializes in what you need, wherever you live in the state.
Mix and Match
Switch between online and in-person sessions whenever it makes sense for you.
What an Online Session Looks Like
An online session looks a lot like an office visit. You and your therapist talk face to face over video for about the same amount of time. You can share what is on your mind, work through coping skills together, and leave with something to practice during the week. Many people tell us they forget they are on a screen after the first few minutes.
Privacy, Safety, and the Illinois Rule
Your sessions are private and secure. We ask that you join from a quiet place where you will not be overheard, like a closed bedroom, an office, or a parked car.
Our therapists are licensed in Illinois, so you need to be physically in Illinois during each session. If you are traveling out of state, just let us know and we will plan around it.
New Client
How getting started works
It can be overwhelming coming to counseling. Here’s every step, from your first call to the sessions that follow.
Step 1
Reach out
Request a session online or call (815) 409-5940 to schedule your first appointment.
Step 2
Fill out your intake forms
Your welcome email has everything. Finish the forms at least 48 hours before your appointment, on a phone, tablet or computer, and share your preferred times and therapist.
Step 3
We check your benefits
If you’re using insurance, we check your benefits before confirming your appointment, so you have a good idea of your cost before your first visit.
Step 4
Your first session
Check in on the iPad in our waiting room. Your therapist walks you through confidentiality, answers your questions, and gets to know you and your goals.
Step 5
Plan next steps together
Most people start with weekly sessions, at least three to build a connection, then adjust together as things improve.
Same Care, Wherever You Are
Our Approach to Telehealth
At Davis-Smith Mental Health, we believe the connection between you and your therapist matters more than the room you are sitting in. Our therapists are warm, real, and skilled at building trust over video, so online sessions never feel cold or rushed.
We use the same approaches online that we use in person, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR when it fits, and we help with anxiety, depression, stress, and the everyday challenges that bring people to counseling.
Our goal is to make getting support as easy as possible, so nothing stands between you and feeling better.
We see clients online throughout Illinois and in person at our New Lenox office. Learn what to expect when you get started.
Personalized care
Licensed, caring therapists
Every therapist on our team works with anxiety. We will match you with the right therapist for you.
Anxiety at the center
Anxiety is the foundation of everything we do.
EMDR-trained care
EMDR helps clients process what talk therapy alone can’t reach.
Every age and stage
From children and teens to young adults and adults.
In-person and telehealth
Our New Lenox office or secure online therapy for clients in Illinois.
Telehealth
Frequently Asked Questions
Start Therapy From Wherever You Are
Tell us a little about what is going on. We will match you with the right therapist and reach out to schedule.
Trouble seeing the form? Open it in a new window or call us at (815) 409-5940.
What People Are Saying About Us
5.0 Based on 6 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!”
Biljana Krzywinski · Posted on Google
More ways we can help
Other Ways We Help
Anxiety Therapy
Anxiety is the most common reason families come to us, and it’s the foundation of everything we do. Whether your teen is avoiding school, your young adult can’t stop overthinking, or worry has taken over your daily life, we can help. Our therapists use CBT and EMDR to help clients understand what’s driving their anxiety and build real tools to manage it.
Teen Anxiety Counseling
The teen years are when anxiety tends to hit the hardest. School pressure, social stress, comparison, and the weight of figuring out who they are can leave teens feeling overwhelmed and stuck. We work with teens to understand what’s behind the anxiety and give them real skills they can actually use, at school, at home, and in the moments that feel like too much.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a well-researched approach for trauma, and it’s also used for anxiety. It works by helping the brain reprocess difficult memories and experiences that are keeping you stuck. Our EMDR-trained therapist works with teens, young adults, and adults.
Depression Therapy
Depression and anxiety often show up together. If your teen has lost interest in things they used to enjoy, is sleeping too much or too little, or seems hopeless about the future, therapy can help. We work with clients to find what’s underneath the depression and build a path forward that actually feels possible.
Trauma Counseling
Trauma is one of the most common drivers of anxiety in teenagers and young adults. It doesn’t always look like what you’d expect. It can show up as constant worry, anger, trouble concentrating, or emotional shutdown. Our therapists help clients work through trauma at their own pace, in a space where they feel safe.
Emotional Regulation
When anxiety runs high, emotions feel unmanageable. Some children, teens, and adults feel everything. Small frustrations become explosions. Sadness becomes despair. We help clients understand their patterns and develop strategies for handling intense feelings without shutting down or lashing out.
Relationship Counseling
Anxiety doesn’t just affect the person experiencing it. It changes how they show up in every relationship. We help teens, young adults, and adults work through the ways anxiety and other challenges are impacting their connections with family, friends, and partners.
Life Transitions
Starting high school. Leaving for college. A new job, a divorce, a move. Life transitions can trigger anxiety, depression, and self-doubt, even when the change is something you wanted. We help clients work through the uncertainty and build confidence in who they’re becoming.
Young Adult Counseling
The years between 18 and 30 come with a unique kind of pressure. A lot of young adults are dealing with anxiety they’ve carried since their teenage years but never had the chance to address. We help them get unstuck and start building a life that feels like theirs.
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You don’t have to figure this out alone
If something told you to keep reading this far, trust that feeling. Whether it’s for yourself, your teen, or your young adult, the hardest part is deciding to start. We are here when you are ready.
there is courage in change ♥
- Anxiety counseling for children, teens and adults
- Rated 5.0 on Google
- In-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and UMR
- Telehealth for clients in Illinois
- In-person in New Lenox
- EMDR therapy for anxiety and trauma
- We truly care about every client
- There is courage in change