Amy Owen Counseling

We are a counseling practice dedicated to empowering teens, young adults, and parents in Evanston, Illinois. We understand that navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, and we are here to provide a supportive and compassionate space for you to explore your concerns and find lasting solutions.

Who We Are

Our founder, Amy, is a licensed professional counselor with over a decade of experience working in both public and private settings. She utilizes a strength-based approach to therapy, incorporating techniques like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to help you achieve sustainable growth and change.

Our Services

We offer a range of services tailored to meet your specific needs.

Individual Therapy Services

• Traditional face-to-face counseling for individuals facing anxiety, school struggles, relationship issues, workplace challenges, stress reduction, and self-esteem concerns.

Parent Coaching

• Specialized guidance and support for parents navigating the unique challenges of parenting teens and young adults.
• Focus on improving communication, understanding, and navigating through transition periods.

Areas of Expertise

• Adolescent/Teen Anxiety: Effective techniques to manage anxiety and develop coping skills.
• Stress Reduction: Strategies to reduce stress and anxiety in daily life.
• Self-Esteem Development: Building self-confidence and a strong sense of identity.
• Life Transition Support: Guidance through major life transitions like school changes, career changes, or parenthood.

Insurance and Payment

We offer a free 20-minute phone consultation to get acquainted and discuss your needs. Our standard fee for individual therapy sessions and parent coaching sessions is $130. We offer a sliding scale for those without insurance and those who demonstrate financial need. For more information on our sliding scale program, please visit our profile on Openpath Collective.