Grief, Divorce, School Issues, Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Career Counseling, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Social Anxiety

Individual Counseling, Couples/Marriage Counseling

In Person & Online in Woodridge, IL

Ages served: 18-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Bianca accepts 29 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO - Blue Choice

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medica

Medicare IL

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

Tricare West

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Bianca

Dr. Clark is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing culturally competent therapy to adolescents and adults through individual, couples, family, and group therapy. She has worked in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, psychiatric services, and crisis. Her relational style is collaborative and supportive as she seeks to provide a warm, safe space for her clients. Dr. Clark specializes in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, identity, relationships, and life transitions. Dr. Clark has a doctorate in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior and a Bachelor's and Master's in social work.

Dr. Clark helps her clients learn and develop skills to manage stressors and overcome the barriers standing in the way of their life goals. Her approach is highly integrative, combining strength-based, person-centered approaches while utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy.

As a therapist, Dr. Clark believes her greatest strengths are empathy and being understanding. She is warm, kind, and attentive; unconditional positive regard is high on her list of priorities when interacting with you. Dr. Clark seeks to get rid of stigmas and to do away with labels. You have taken the first step—Dr. Clark looks forward to working with you!

"Hi! My name is Dr. Bianca Clark, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field working with adults and groups struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, women’s issues, and life stressors. I work with a diverse clientele."

Get to know Bianca

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I became a counselor to help others. I am compassionate and empathetic. I want to walk alongside you during your journey and equip you with the tools and resources you need to empower yourself.

What types of clients do you work with best?

I love working with all clients! I try to create a safe space so we can work as a team to overcome any challenges and uncertainties you may have.

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

I am excited to work with all clients and to learn from you all. I want to listen to you objectively and help you solve your problems.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

You are capable of achieving whatever you set your mind to. Change is possible!

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I chose to practice at Thriveworks because I love the work they do within the community and how they have changed so many lives.

What inspires you?

There are many things that inspire me: My mother, son, and friends.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

During our first session together, we will start with brief introduction. I will ask you a lot of questions about yourself, why you are seeking treatment, how you cope, and your symptoms (it's basically an interview). We will also chat about goals for therapy, expectations, and more. I will answer any and all questions you may have.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

During our first session I want to build a positive experience for you and establish/build rapport.

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?

I try to create a safe space and we do things at your pace, there is no rush.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I love to eat and travel!

What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

One thing that defines me is traveling. I love traveling to different places (cities, countries, states) and learning about different cultures and traditions.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesGrief, Divorce, School Issues, Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Career Counseling, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Social Anxiety, Performance Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Panic Attack, Mood Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Dual Diagnosis, Codependency, Body Image Issues, Body Dysmorphia, Agoraphobia, Adoption, Self-Harming, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Infidelity, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Trauma / PTSD, Relationships, Sleep / Insomnia, Self Esteem

ApproachesSomatic, Schema Therapy, Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Strength-Based Therapy, Trauma-Focused, Interpersonal, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychotherapy, Bibliotherapy, Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Attachment-Based, Relational, Positive Psychology, Play Therapy, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Humanistic / Rogerian