geometry-shapes iconGrief, Divorce, Family Conflict, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Social Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Panic Attack, Mood Disorders, Marital & Premarital
Online in Illinois
14 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Chelsea 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 Provider

About Chelsea

Chelsea Parkinson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in working with adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control problems, severe mental illness, and adjustment concerns.

Chelsea graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Aurora University. She completed her Master's degree in Adult/General Counseling from Marquette University. Chelsea uses varied therapeutic approaches in order to best meet the needs of each individual including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT). Her experience in psychiatric settings has highlighted the importance of strength-based, collaborative approaches and the benefits of support from a non-judgmental helping professional.

Chelsea focuses on a person-centered approach with the understanding that everyone has the capacity to learn and grow. In her years of experience, she has seen how putting positive support into place can make a dramatic difference in a person's life. Chelsea is motivated to work collaboratively to help clients find the tools they need to effect change in their lives—schedule with her today.

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"I look forward to working collaboratively to help others change their mindset and reach their goals."

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Get to know Chelsea

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I became a counselor because I wanted to help others. I have remained in this field for over ten years as I have found it very rewarding to support and help others succeed.


What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

I wish all clients knew that they are capable of more than they think and that change is possible.


Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I have seen how difficult it can be for individuals who are not able to access the mental health services they need and I believe increasing accessibility is incredibly important.


What inspires you?

I am inspired by others who work hard to better themselves and put in the effort to be consistent even when it is very difficult.


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

It is important to me that a client leaves the first session feeling educated about the therapeutic process and hopeful for the impact our partnership can have on their life.


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

During my time off, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two dogs or reading a good book.


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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesGrief, Divorce, Family Conflict, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Social Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Panic Attack, Mood Disorders, Marital & Premarital, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Transition, Self Esteem, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Women’s Issues
ApproachesSolution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychotherapy, Family / Marital, Any / Eclectic, Motivational Interviewing, Feminist
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Education and training

Years in practice
14 years
Graduating institute
Marquette University
Graduating degree
Master of Arts
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1285355354
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State of practiceIL
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License number180010619
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