geometry-shapes iconPregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Divorce, Parenting, Family Conflict, Substance Use, Alcohol Use, Spirituality, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues
Online in Illinois
8 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Esther Elena accepts 29 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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)
Carelon
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
Medicare MN
Medicare WI
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
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 Esther Elena

Esther Elena Ruiz is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who has over 10 years of experience providing care to children, adults, couples, and families. Esther specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, substance abuse, attachment, relationship issues, domestic violence, and parental issues. Her goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with you while actively working together to achieve your short- and long-term life goals. Esther completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Benedictine University and received her Master's in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University.


Esther works hard to establish a safe space for her clients to share their stories and draws from various modalities to help clients achieve their goals. She is there for the good, the bad, and everything in between. Esther encourages you to accept all of your emotions and even encourages humor, as humor can play an important role in the therapeutic process.


Esther is committed to providing a comfortable, safe, and trusting environment where you can unpack, process, and reflect on your inner self and begin to heal. Together, you'll identify concerns and find solutions to help you build healthier relationships, personal boundaries, and self-compassion. Schedule your online appointment with Esther today!

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"Our past, present, and thoughts about the future shape us as individuals; together, we will identify concerns and find solutions to help you understand yourself and others better"

What clients say

What clients say

These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.

I appreciate you having a bilingual therapist and her professionalism and understanding of my situation.

A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Esther Elena

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesPregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Divorce, Parenting, Family Conflict, Substance Use, Alcohol Use, Spirituality, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Peer Relationships, Open Relationships / Non-Monogamy, Marital & Premarital, Gambling, Domestic Violence, Codependency, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Sleep / Insomnia, Addiction, Self Esteem, Men’s Issues, Infidelity, Coping Skills, Domestic Abuse, Grief, Life Transition
ApproachesSomatic, Psychoanalytic, Multicultural, Culturally Sensitive, Strength-Based Therapy, Trauma-Focused, Person-Centered Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Gottman Method, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychotherapy, Family / Marital, Any / Eclectic, Family Systems, Attachment-Based, Relational, Reality Therapy, Play Therapy, Narrative, Humanistic / Rogerian
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Education and training

Years in practice
8 years
Graduating institute
Roosevelt University
Graduating degree
Masters in Clinical Psychology
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
SpanishEnglish
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NPI number1174285035
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State of practiceIL
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License number180013739
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Esther Elena Ruiz

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