Effective online therapy & counseling for Anxiety in Illinois

Find calmness in the chaos. Your journey to peace begins here.

We provide online therapy services for residents of Illinois.

This is Anxiety.

Heart beating uncontrollably fast. Feeling nervous and on edge. A sense of impending danger. Does any of these sounds familiar? These are all typical symptoms of Anxiety. Anxiety is a perfectly normal response in stressful or intense situations. However, people with anxiety disorders often experience fear and worry far more intensive and excessive than normal.

Some common symptoms include:

  • Heart Palpitations: Feeling like the heart is beating too hard or too fast, skipping a beat, or fluttering.

  • Shortness of Breath: Feeling like you can't get enough air, which can happen even when not physically exerting yourself.

  • Insomnia: Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.

  • Excessive Worrying: Concerns that are disproportionate to the impact of the event.

  • Restlessness: Feeling on edge or unable to relax.

  • Fear or Panic: Intense and sudden feelings of fear or terror, often with physical symptoms like a racing heart, sweating, or shaking.

  • Avoidance: Staying away from places or situations that are thought to trigger anxiety.

  • Negative Thinking: Persistent pessimism or a negative outlook.

According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 millions adults age 18 and older every year.

Anxiety can be treated.

While anxiety disorders are common, the good news is: you don’t need to suffer from anxiety forever! With the help of professional mental health counselors or licensed therapists, anxiety disorders can be treated and managed.

Therapy offers valuable insights into your anxiety, shedding light on the specific triggers and their effects on your life. Through this process, you'll discover practical strategies to handle anxious feelings that otherwise would negatively impact your life. This sometimes can include adopting new thought patterns and perspectives.

In anxiety therapy, you'll learn to confront and reframe thoughts that contribute to anxiety, equipping yourself with techniques to stay calm and focused in the present.

Start your healing process today.

Struggling with anxiety disorders? We can help you start your healing process today! At Lake Shore Therapy Group, we're all about embracing change, healing from the inside, and growing personally.

We think everyone deserves a cozy, supportive spot to handle life's ups and downs, get stronger, and really tap into what makes them special. You'll get therapy that's just for you, right from your own home. We get that everyone's different, so we make sure our therapy treatment plan fits just right for what you need.

Areas we serve

Our therapists and counselors are licensed in the state of Illinois. We provide online therapy and counseling for any resident living in these areas:

  • Greater Chicago Area (including Chicago, Evanston, Lake Forest, etc.)

  • North Shore area: Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Highland Park, Winnetka, Wilmette, Glencoe, etc.

  • Aurora, IL

  • Naperville, IL

  • Joliet, IL

  • Rockford, IL

  • Springfield, IL

  • Peoria, IL

  • Champaign, IL

  • Other Illinois cities and towns

Are you ready to lead a more fulfilling life?

We offer a personalized approach to therapy from the comfort of your own home, serving the Greater Chicago Area & Illinois residents. Send us a message using this form, or schedule an appointment with us.

At Lake Shore Therapy Group, we believe in the power of transformation and the journey towards inner healing and personal growth. Our practice is founded on the principle that everyone deserves a safe and supportive space to navigate life's challenges, develop resilience, and uncover their true potential.

Piper Benjamin, LCSW, NTP

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Women’s Health, Substance Use, CBT, Mindfulness.

Jonathan (Jon) Colledge, LCPC

Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Couples, CBT, ACT, Mindfulness.