Psychologists in Illinois
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6,968
Psychologists
100%
Accepting patients
41%
Most common: PsyD
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About psychologists in Illinois
Illinois is home to 6,968 licensed psychologists, one of the larger psychologist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is PsyD (41%), which stands for Doctor of Psychology. PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology) is the second most common at 34%.
Northwestern University Department of Psychology and University of Chicago Department of Psychology train psychologists in the state. Notable hospitals include Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Rush University Medical Center, and University of Chicago Medical Center. Health systems such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health, and OSF HealthCare employ many of the state's psychologists.
21% accept Medicare. Patients with Illinois Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all psychologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-56707, centene, and qhp-17091.
Chicago's medical district is one of the largest concentrations of healthcare facilities in the world, spanning multiple hospital campuses.
Frequently asked questions about psychologists in Illinois
Illinois has 6,968 licensed psychologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of psychologists in Illinois are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among psychologists in Illinois include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-56707, centene, and qhp-17091. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Therapy sessions range from $150 to $300 per session. An ADHD evaluation costs $1,000 to $2,500. A full psychological evaluation runs $2,000 to $5,000. Actual costs in Illinois depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Therapy sessions are covered like other mental health visits. Psychological testing coverage is less consistent. Ask the office to verify testing benefits with your insurer before scheduling.
Finding the right psychologist is personal. Consider their specialization and therapeutic approach, and whether the fit feels right. Illinois has 6,968 psychologists. Many offer a brief phone consultation before the first session. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, telehealth availability, and focus area.
PsyD stands for Doctor of Psychology and PhD stands for Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Illinois, 41% hold the PsyD credential and 34% hold PhD. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
21% of psychologists in Illinois accept Medicare. Medicare covers therapy sessions with psychologists. Psychological testing may be covered when ordered for diagnostic purposes, though prior authorization is often required. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some psychologists in Illinois accept Illinois Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers psychological services in all states. Coverage for psychological testing and evaluation varies. Some states require prior authorization for testing. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Illinois Medicaid participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & Psychologist coverage
Top accepted carriers in Illinois include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-56707, centene, and qhp-17091.
Therapy sessions with psychologists are covered similarly to other mental health providers under parity laws. Psychological testing coverage is more variable. Some plans cover it fully, others partially, and some require prior authorization. Ask the psychologist's office to verify testing benefits before scheduling, as evaluations can be costly without coverage.