therapy in chicago illinois

Peel away the layers and heal from within.

Change is possible at Tangerine Therapy. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something different, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with clarity. At Tangerine Therapy, you’ll find a supportive, nonjudgmental space to explore your story, set meaningful goals, and create lasting change at your pace, in your way.

Meet your therapist.

therapist amanda clavell

At Tangerine Therapy, you’ll work with a therapist who brings both professional expertise and deep empathy to each session. With a background in anxiety, depression, trauma, faith transitions, relationship repair, and identity exploration, Amanda offers a personalized approach rooted in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, healing from betrayal, or redefining your sense of self, you’ll find a safe and supportive space to do the work, and someone fully committed to walking alongside you.

Therapy Services

Teen Therapy

$150 | 55 minutes

Navigate anxiety, identity, relationships, friendships, school stress, emotional regulation, + growing up in a complex world.

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Individual Therapy

$150 | 55 minutes

Work through anxiety, grief, trauma, or big life transitions, + reconnect with your values, identity, and inner strength.

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Couples Therapy

$160 | 55 minutes

Improve your communication, address that topic you just can’t resolve, build trust, + deepen your connection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • First things first, don't be nervous. We'll start with a free consultation to determine if therapy with me is a good fit.

  • Cash Pay Individual Therapy costs $150 per session, and Couples Therapy costs $160 per session.

    In Network Insurance I am in network with BCBS PPO + Blue Choice PPO, if your plan includes mental health coverage. Co-pays or deductibles may apply, depending on your specific plan.

    Out of Network Insurance If you have out-of-network mental health benefits, you will be charged the self-pay rate. You can submit superbills for potential reimbursement. I will provide the necessary documentation and am happy to communicate with your insurance if additional information is needed.

  • f you have BCBS PPO or Blue Choice PPO and your plan includes mental health coverage, you can use your insurance. You’ll complete the same intake process as self-pay clients: filling out paperwork and entering a card on file through the secure portal. You’ll be charged your co-pay (or co-insurance, if applicable) at the time of service, and I’ll submit claims to your insurance for the remaining balance.

    Please note: You are ultimately responsible for the cost of sessions. If your insurance denies coverage or doesn’t pay for any reason, including unmet deductibles, plan limitations, or claim denials, you’ll be responsible for the full session fee.

    To avoid surprises, I recommend calling the number on the back of your insurance card to verify your mental health coverage before we begin. Not sure what to ask? Use our complete list of insurance questions to guide your call.

  • Each session usually begins with a brief check-in: how you’ve been feeling, what’s been going on since we last met, and anything that’s top of mind. I’ll also ask how any homework or strategies we discussed went, and whether they were helpful.

    From there, we’ll dive into whatever feels most important that day. Ideally, you’ll be doing most of the talking while I listen, ask questions, and help guide the conversation. My role is to support you, help you explore patterns or challenges, and work toward the goals we’ve set together. Every session can look a little different, depending on your needs.

  • I provide teletherapy for clients across Illinois, Utah, and Washington.

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  • "Amanda is the most understanding therapist I’ve ever worked with and does a really good job at being supportive but also honest if my judgement is out of line. I love her!"

  • "I've had a couple of different therapists and so far Amanda has easily been the best one. She is knowledgeable, has great insights, is easy to talk to, listens very well and responds excellently. 10/10 across the board."

  • "I have done therapy several times and Amanda has been my favorite therapist. She is professional, really listens to me, gives me tools that have helped, and I feel like she really cares about my wellbeing."

  • "I love Amanda so much!! I’ve never had a therapist be able to help me with to many topics and know the extent of what I’m going through."

  • "She’s amazing! Very insightful."

  • "I feel supported and validated during and after every session."

  • "I always look forward to my sessions with Amanda."

  • "Amanda helped me through a really hard time in my life. She took a tough situation and made it manageable."

Locations

Therapy for teens, individuals, and couples in Illinois, Utah, and Washington, specializing in anxiety, grief, faith transitions, and relationship challenges.

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Utah

Washington

Let’s get started!

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with me to talk about what you’re looking for and see if we’re a good fit. You can ask questions, share what’s been going on, and get a feel for what working together might be like. No pressure, no commitment.