Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Our therapists use CBT to identify and reframe the thought patterns fueling anxiety. An evidence-based standard, and what most of our clients respond to fastest.
📍 Naperville, IL · DuPage / Will County
Anxiety
Therapists in Naperville, IL
Real therapists. Real results. Our licensed clinicians in Naperville specialize in anxiety, offering personalized care that goes beyond the 50-minute hour.
- ✓ Licensed & experienced
- ✓ PPO insurance accepted
- ✓ In-person & online
- ✓ Same-week appointments
Newly OpenNaperville
BCBS · UHC · AetnaPPO in-network
100% ConfidentialHIPAA compliant
Trusted by families across DuPage & Will County
BlueCross BlueShield
United Healthcare
Aetna
TEAMS™ Care Model
Your care team in Naperville
Meet the anxiety
therapists who will work with you
Every therapist at our Naperville center is licensed, experienced in anxiety, and committed to building a plan around your life, not a generic protocol. You'll meet your therapist before committing to anything.
Megan Bomicino, LCPC
Director of Operations
Trauma · Anxiety · Eating disorders
A former collegiate athlete and experienced counselor, Megan specializes in sport and health psychology. She helps clients facing co-occurring mental health challenges, guiding them to gain insight and awareness to live fulfilling, meaningful lives.
Rhealee Fernandez, LSW
Clinical Therapist
Depression · Trauma · LGBTQIA+
Rhealee takes a trauma-informed approach and helps clients work through difficult past experiences and recognize their own resilience. She draws on DBT, ACT, CBT, Prolonged Exposure, and queer-affirming therapy.
Kelsey Fontano, LCPC, CADC
Clinical Therapist
Anxiety · Depression · Trauma
Kelsey is a dedicated therapist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) passionate about guiding clients toward self-discovery. She provides effective therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and more, within a supportive environment that fosters coping skills and goal achievement.
Brooke Hennessy, LCPC, ATR
Clinical Therapist
Anxiety · Depression · OCD
Brooke is a compassionate therapist who supports adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Using a strengths-based art therapy approach, she helps clients build self-compassion, resilience, and personal growth.
Amanda Scott, LCPC, NCC
Clinical Therapist
Anxiety · ADHD · OCD
With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and ten years of experience, Amanda specializes in anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and life goals. Her background as a teacher fuels her passion for helping clients develop skills needed for meaningful change.
Chloe Zunkel, LSW
Clinical Therapist
Anxiety · Depression · ADHD
Chloe is a warm, strengths-based therapist who specializes in supporting adolescents and young adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow.
Who our therapists help
Anxiety
can feel invisible, but they're real
Most of our Naperville clients aren't in crisis. They're high-functioning on the outside, exhausted on the inside. Our therapists specialize in exactly that gap.
Anxiety shows up as constant worry, a racing mind, and a body that will not relax. Our therapists help you understand what drives it and give you skills that work in daily life. If low mood is the bigger concern, see our depression therapists in Naperville.
Want to understand more first? Read about anxiety, its symptoms, causes, and treatment options, or just reach out and we'll help you sort out what's actually going on.
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Constant overwhelm
Anxious even when things are "going well." The worry never turns off.
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Emotional exhaustion
Waking up already tired. Getting through the day takes everything.
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Overthinking spirals
Mind racing at night, replaying conversations or dreading what's next.
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Feeling flat or numb
Things that used to bring joy feel empty. Just going through the motions.
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Withdrawing from others
Canceling plans feels like relief, even when you're lonely.
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Burnout as a lifestyle
Pushing harder hoping it clicks, but the emptiness grows instead.
How our therapists work
Evidence-based approaches,
built around you, not a protocol
Our therapists don't apply one method to everyone. They draw from multiple proven approaches based on what's actually driving your anxiety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
When emotions feel overwhelming, our DBT-trained therapists teach concrete regulation skills, particularly effective for emotional intensity and relationship stress.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Our ACT-trained therapists help you stop fighting your thoughts and start living in line with your values, moving forward even when anxiety is present.
Trauma-Informed Care
Many of our therapists are trained in trauma-informed approaches. Anxiety often have roots deeper than the present. We address them gently and at your pace.
Family Systems Therapy
Our therapists treat the relational system around you, not just the individual. When anxiety affects one person, it ripples through the whole family.
Telehealth Sessions
Can't make it to Naperville? Our therapists offer secure video sessions for all Illinois residents, same quality, from anywhere.
Who our therapists see in Naperville
Anxiety therapists
for every stage of life
Teens & Adolescents
Our therapists give teens real tools, not lectures, to manage anxiety, low mood, and the pressure that comes with school, identity, and growing up.
Adults & Professionals
Successful on paper, depleted inside. Our therapists specialize in helping high-functioning adults break the anxiety-burnout cycle before it takes everything.
Families
Our family therapists help families communicate better and support each other through anxiety, treating the system, not just the individual.
Getting started
Three steps to your first session
Free consultation call
Our Care Coordinator listens, answers your questions, and hand-matches you with the therapist whose background and style fits what you're going through. No commitment required.
Meet your therapist
Your therapist takes time to understand your specific anxiety triggers, history, and goals, then builds a care plan around your actual life, not a standard protocol.
Build lasting resilience
Work with your therapist to develop real emotional tools so you can handle stress, setbacks, and uncertainty with the calm and confidence that comes from genuine growth.
Why Dayrise Wellness
Our therapists go beyond
the 50-minute session
There are other therapy practices in Naperville. What makes Dayrise different is the depth of support our therapists provide, before, during, and between sessions.
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Matched to the right therapist
You're not assigned to whoever's available. Our Care Coordinator hand-matches you based on your specific situation, personality, and goals.
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The TEAMS™ care model
The only center in Naperville with TEAMS™: our therapists work within a multidisciplinary model combining Therapy, Education, care Coordination, and Lifestyle Support.
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Proactive, not reactive
Our therapists help you build emotional strength before anxiety escalate, not just after a crisis hits.
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Insurance verified upfront
Our team verifies your benefits before your first session. No surprise bills. We are in-network with BCBS PPO, United Healthcare PPO, and Aetna PPO.
500+
Clients helped
New
Naperville location
Same week
First session
Insurance & payment
Your insurance may cover
our Naperville therapists
Our therapists are in-network with PPO plans from the major insurance providers in Illinois. Our Care Coordinator handles the verification. You focus on finding the right therapist.
- BlueCross BlueShield
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
Don't see your insurance? Call us at (331) 425-8625 . We'll check your specific plan before your first session.
Not sure if you're covered?
Tell us your insurance and we'll verify your mental health benefits, free before you book anything.
Call to verify coverage →Frequently asked questions
Questions about finding an
anxiety therapist in Naperville
The right therapist fit is everything, especially for anxiety. At Dayrise, you don't just browse a directory. Our Care Coordinator talks with you first, understands what you're going through, and hand-matches you with the therapist whose background, style, and approach fits your situation. Call (331) 425-8625 or book a free consultation online to get matched.
All of our therapists are licensed (LCSW or LCPC), trained in evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care. Several specialize specifically in anxiety disorders, burnout, and life transitions. You can view full profiles on our Meet the Team page, or let our Care Coordinator recommend the best match for your specific situation.
In most cases, yes. Our therapists are in-network with BlueCross BlueShield PPO, United Healthcare PPO, and Aetna PPO. Mental health parity laws require most plans to cover therapy at the same level as medical care. Our Care Coordinator verifies your specific benefits before your first session. No surprises. Call (331) 425-8625 or reach out online.
We do our best to offer same-week or next-week first appointments. Our Care Coordinator will find the earliest slot that works with your schedule and matches you with the right therapist, not just the next available one. Telehealth appointments are often available sooner.
Therapists (like our LCSWs and LCPCs) provide talk therapy, emotional support, and evidence-based treatment for anxiety. Psychologists hold a doctoral degree and may also do psychological testing. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who focus on medication management. Our therapists at Dayrise provide the ongoing counseling and skills-based work; if medication is also appropriate, we coordinate with prescribing providers.
Yes. All of our therapists offer secure video sessions for Illinois residents who prefer to meet online. Telehealth is just as effective as in-person for anxiety, and often easier to fit into a busy schedule. You can mix in-person and telehealth sessions as your needs change.
Yes. Our therapists work with adolescents from age 12, young adults, adults, and families. Several of our clinicians specialize in teen anxiety, academic pressure, and identity challenges. Parent involvement is welcomed and coordinated with your teen's therapist.
Our therapists work within the TEAMS™ model, a multidisciplinary framework combining Therapy, Education, care Coordination, and Lifestyle Support. This means your therapist isn't working in isolation: they're supported by a clinical team, connected to a Care Coordinator who monitors your progress, and focused on building proactive resilience rather than just managing symptoms session to session.
Where to find us
Anxiety therapists
in Naperville, IL
Address
Naperville, IL 60563
Phone
Getting here
Easily accessible from I-88 and Route 59 in DuPage / Will County. Contact us for the exact suite address and parking information.
Nearby areas our therapists serve
Free consultation
Talk to a therapist
this week
You don't need to have all the answers before reaching out. Our Care Coordinator will listen, match you with the right therapist, and get you started, completely free, no commitment.
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100% confidential
Your information is private and HIPAA-compliant. We never share it.
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No pressure
The consultation is just to talk. You decide whether to move forward.
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Flexible scheduling
Weekday and weekend slots available. In-person or telehealth, your choice.
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Insurance verified first
We check your benefits before your first session. No surprise bills.
Book a free consult
Pick a day and time that works for you. No commitment.
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