Serving Berwyn, Illinois
Individual Therapy in Berwyn, Illinois
Licensed Illinois therapists delivering individual therapy by secure video — for Berwyn residents, on a schedule that fits your life.
- State Licensed
- 50+ Years Combined Experience
- Specialized Training
- 100% Telehealth

Compassionate Individual Therapy in Berwyn
One-on-one therapy meets you exactly where you are. Whether you are navigating stress, a life transition, or a feeling you cannot quite name, individual sessions give Berwyn community members room to slow down and work it through.
Something brought you here today, and that matters. Whether it is a long-standing struggle or a recent shift you cannot quite shake, individual therapy in Berwyn gives you a confidential place to work it through with someone qualified to help.
Whether you have been searching for individual therapist, individual therapy appointment, or individual therapy sessions in Berwyn, you are in the right place — it is all part of the individual therapy care we provide to Illinois residents.
The good news is that none of this is permanent.
What Berwyn community members Ask Most
How long does therapy typically take?
It varies by person and concern. Some clients see meaningful progress in 8-12 sessions. Others benefit from longer-term support. We'll regularly check in on your goals and progress so you're always in control of your journey.
How much does therapy cost?
Session rates vary by therapist and service type. We offer straightforward pricing with no hidden fees. Contact us for current ratesΓÇöwe're happy to discuss payment options and ensure you can access the care you need.
How do I know if a therapist is right for me?
The therapeutic relationship is everything. That's why we offer a free consultationΓÇöso you can get a feel for your potential therapist before committing. Trust your gut. If it doesn't feel right, we'll help you find someone who's a better fit.
Is therapy really confidential?
Absolutely. Your sessions are protected by law and strict ethical guidelines. We use HIPAA-compliant, encrypted platforms for all communications. The only exceptions are mandated reporting situations (risk of harm to self or others, abuse of minors/elderly/disabled persons).
What happens in the first session?
Your first session is about getting to know you. We'll discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals, and what you hope to achieve. There's no pressureΓÇöit's a conversation, not an interrogation. You'll also have time to ask questions and see if we're the right fit.
Why Our Approach Works
Care should match your reality. That is why our Illinois clinicians prioritize fit, flexibility, and follow-through — the things that actually keep people in therapy long enough to see results.
Consistency is where progress lives. Because online individual therapy is so much easier to attend, Cook County community members are far more likely to stick with it — and sticking with it is what produces lasting change.
Here's what that looks like in practice.
What Changes When You Start Individual Therapy
Here is what Berwyn community members gain when they start individual therapy with us:
Your schedule, respected
Early morning. Lunch break. After the kids are asleep. We offer flexible hours because life doesn't pause for therapy.
What happens in therapy stays in therapy
HIPAA-compliant, encrypted, and completely confidential. Your private life stays private.
No insurance games, no surprise bills
Straightforward self-pay pricing. You know exactly what you're paying before you book. No claims, no denials, no drama.
Therapy from your couch, car, or closet
No commute. No waiting room. No judgmental receptionist. Log in from wherever you feel safe and comfortable.
The good news is that none of this is permanent.
The Signs That Bring People to Individual Therapy
Before anything changes, it helps to name what you are carrying. For many Berwyn community members, it sounds something like this:
The past keeps showing up uninvited?
A smell. A song. A tone of voice. And suddenly you're back there. Your body remembers what your mind tries to forget.
Your body keeps the score
Chest tightness. Sweaty palms. That knot in your stomach that never goes away. Your anxiety isn't just in your headΓÇöit's hijacking your whole body.
The mirror lies, but you believe it anyway?
You know logically that others don't see what you see. But the thoughts won't stop. The checking won't stop. The hiding won't stop.
Here's what that looks like in practice.
How Individual Therapy Works in Berwyn
Confidentiality is built in from the start. Sessions run on encrypted, HIPAA-compliant software, and what you share stays between you and your Illinois-licensed therapist, exactly as it should.
In the first session, your therapist takes time to understand your history, your goals, and what brought you in. Together you set a direction, and from there each session builds steadily on the last.
Results only matter if they last — which is why the next part matters.
Is Individual Therapy Right for You?
People come to individual therapy for all kinds of reasons — and none of them are too big or too small. Whether something specific happened or you simply feel stuck, this is a place to work through it.
Many Cook County community members come in carrying things they have never said out loud. Individual Therapy offers exactly that: a confidential space to finally put words to what you have been holding.
Here is why that matters for you.
Your First Session Starts Here
There is no pressure and no obligation — just a free, confidential conversation about how individual therapy can help. {City} community members can book online in minutes.
Your Licensed Illinois Therapists
Dr. Lisa Lavella, PsyD, BC-TMH
Founder & CEO, Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist with 25+ years of experience in individual and couples therapy

Christina Liakopoulos, LCSW, BC-TMH
Director, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in therapy and life coaching
100% Online
Secure video sessions from anywhere in Berwyn.
Flexible Hours
Evening and weekend appointments available.
Licensed in IL
Illinois-licensed clinicians, HIPAA-compliant care.
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