Raquel Hennessey (she/her)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

Hi! I’m Raquel (she/her), LCSW.

Psychotherapist in Chicago, IL

About My Clients

When emotions feel overwhelming, patterns feel stuck, or relationships become difficult to navigate, therapy can offer a supportive space to gain clarity and stability. Some people seek support for themselves, while others reach out around concerns related to their child or family. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, relational concerns, and life transitions.

My Background and Approach

My approach is trauma-informed, eclectic, and collaborative, grounded in creating a safe, non-judgmental space for exploration and growth. I draw from insight-oriented Psychodynamic Therapy to better understand emotional and relational patterns, and integrate evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and the Gottman Method. In my work, I focus on supporting emotional regulation, communication, and connection across individual, couple, and family systems. Reaching out for support can bring up a mix of thoughts and emotions, especially when you are facing personal challenges or concerns related to your child or family. My goal is to offer a compassionate, steady presence where you feel heard and supported as we work toward meaningful change. If you are looking for a therapist who values connection, curiosity, and collaboration, taking that first step can open space for growth.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

As your therapist, I will strive to build a relationship that is trusting and meeting you where you are at. Pulling from various therapeutic approaches, I will help you empower yourself by working through the difficulties you are facing and developing coping strategies that will stay with you for years to come. I fully acknowledge the importance of sharing one’s life story and I will manage that with care and attention. I am honored to work with you, get to know you, and to hear your life story.

Qualifications

License
LCSW, State of Illinois · #149027919
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
5 years
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Multiplan
  • Optum
  • Blue Choice
  • Allied Benefit Systems
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • United Medical Resources
  • UMR
  • WebTPA
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross
  • Evernorth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • UMR - United Medical Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Aetna PPO
  • Assurance Health
  • Aetna Student Health
  • Optum Health
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • UnitedHealthcare life insurance
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • United Healthcare Optum
  • Blue Cross or Independence Blue Cross
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

47 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 667-3884

Access & Transport

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 41.8717634°, -87.6290483°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Rate: $150 - 150/session

Info

Email Raquel
47 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 60605

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