Teen therapy in Chicago

Support for the hard parts of growing up.

A calm, private space for teens 12 and up to talk through anxiety, school pressure, friendships, identity, and everything in between, with therapists who get it. In person in Chicago or online anywhere in Illinois.

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  • Ages 12+
  • River North & Logan Square
  • Virtual across Illinois
  • Most major insurance + Illinois Medicaid
Teen therapy at Ashé Counseling & Coaching in Chicago

Teen therapy at Ashé, in short

Ashé Counseling & Coaching is a Black-founded group practice in Chicago offering therapy for teens ages 12 and up. Teens meet with licensed therapists in person at our River North (40 E Huron St) or Logan Square (2653 N Kedzie Ave) offices, or virtually anywhere in Illinois. We support anxiety, depression, school stress, friendships, identity, self-esteem, family conflict, grief, and trauma, and accept many insurance plans including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Illinois Medicaid.

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    How therapy works for teens

    Teen sessions aren't a lecture. They're a conversation that moves at your pace, with practical tools you can use at school, at home, and online.

    Your therapist starts by getting to know you: what's going on, what you want to feel different, and what's helped before. From there, sessions blend talking things through with skills for handling big emotions, stress, and relationships. Progress looks like small, real changes: sleeping better, fewer spirals, more honest conversations, feeling more like yourself.

    • CBTCatch anxious or harsh thought patterns and practice new ways to respond.
    • DBT skillsTools for intense emotions, distress, and staying steady in conflict.
    • Narrative & psychodynamic therapyMake sense of your story and the patterns underneath it.
    • Art therapyA creative way in for teens who'd rather make something than talk at first.
    • Trauma-informed & culturally aware careYour identity, culture, and experiences are part of the work, not a footnote.

    Privacy for teens. Partnership with parents.

    Therapy works best when teens can speak openly. We balance that privacy with caregiver involvement and safety in a way that fits your family.

    If you're the teen

    • What you share mostly stays between you and your therapist.
    • You get a say in your goals and what you work on.
    • Your therapist will be upfront about the rare times they'd need to involve someone, which is when your safety or someone else's is at risk.
    • It's okay to try it and see. Nobody expects you to have it figured out.

    If you're a parent or caregiver

    • You'll share your concerns and family context at the start.
    • You'll get a clear explanation of confidentiality, so expectations are set from day one.
    • Your teen's therapist can suggest family sessions or check-ins when they'd help.
    • Our intake team helps you check insurance and find a therapist who fits your teen.

    For parents & caregivers

    Wondering if your teen needs support?

    Watch this short message from our team about what teen therapy looks like at Ashé and how you can be part of it.

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    When confidentiality has limits

    What a teen shares in therapy stays private, with a few exceptions required by law and professional ethics. A therapist may need to share information if:

    • A teen is at serious risk of harming themselves
    • A teen is at serious risk of harming someone else
    • There is suspected abuse or neglect of a child, which therapists are legally required to report
    • A court orders the release of records

    When possible, the therapist will talk with the teen first about what needs to be shared and why. Your therapist will review these limits with both teen and caregiver at the first session.

    Ashé follows Illinois law, professional ethics, and HIPAA privacy standards for teen mental health care and confidentiality.

    Getting started is simple

    1. Find the right therapist

      Browse therapists who work with teens, or let our intake team match you by insurance, needs, and location.

    2. Book the first session

      Book online or call 1-866-434-1735. Choose in person or virtual.

    3. Build trust, then tools

      The first sessions focus on getting to know your teen and family. Then the work gets practical.

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    Where, how, and what it costs

    River North

    40 E Huron St, Unit 4B
    Chicago, IL 60611

    Downtown, near the Red Line at Chicago Ave.

    Logan Square

    2653 N Kedzie Ave
    Chicago, IL 60647

    Close to Avondale, Humboldt Park, and the Blue Line. About this office

    Insurance & virtual

    We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and several Illinois Medicaid plans. Coverage varies by clinician and plan. BCBS Illinois HMO and CountyCare are not accepted.

    Virtual sessions are available anywhere in Illinois. Lower-cost Community Clinic

    Questions families ask

    What age does Ashé see for teen therapy?
    Ashé offers teen therapy for ages 12 and up, in person in Chicago and virtually across Illinois.
    Is what my teen says in therapy confidential?
    Mostly, yes. Teens need room to speak openly for therapy to work. The exceptions are serious risk of harm to self or others, suspected child abuse or neglect, and court-ordered release of records. Therapists explain these limits to both teen and caregiver at the start.
    Do parents have to be involved?
    Caregivers are usually part of getting started and may join family sessions or check-ins when helpful. How involved you are depends on your teen's age, needs, and goals. In Illinois, teens 12 and older have some ability to begin counseling on their own, and your therapist can explain how that works for your family.
    Does insurance cover teen therapy at Ashé?
    Ashé works with many major plans, including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and several Illinois Medicaid plans. Coverage varies by clinician and plan, and BCBS Illinois HMO and CountyCare are not accepted. Our intake team can help you check your coverage before the first appointment.
    Can my teen do therapy online?
    Yes. Teens can meet with an Ashé therapist virtually from anywhere in Illinois, or in person at our River North and Logan Square offices in Chicago.
    How often are sessions?
    Many teens start with weekly sessions so trust and momentum can build. The rhythm can shift as things improve, and your therapist will talk through what makes sense.
    What if my teen doesn't want to go?
    That's common. Starting with a therapist whose style fits your teen makes a big difference, and art therapy or virtual sessions can feel lower-pressure. Let your teen help pick their therapist from our directory.
    Is there a lower-cost option?
    Yes. The Ashé Community Clinic offers lower-cost therapy with graduate counseling interns supervised by licensed Ashé clinicians, and may be a fit for select Illinois Medicaid plans.

    Related support at Ashé

    Need help right now? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7. In an emergency, call 911. Ashé is not a crisis service.

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