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Jenna Hickey, she/her

LCSW
Ages seen
10+
Languages I speak
English
Accepting new clients?
Yes
Location
Forest Park, plus virtual across Illinois
SPECIALITIES:
  • Anxiety
  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Depression
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Mood Disorder
  • Neurodivergent
ABOUT ME:

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Forest Park who works with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I’m passionate about supporting people with anxiety, depression, OCD, and mood disorders. As a queer woman, I am also passionate about working with and supporting LGBTQ+ clients.

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At a glance

Best fit for: LGBTQ+ affirming, neurodivergent, anxiety, depression; teens and adults.

Approaches: CBT, DBT, ACT

Who Am I?

Hello! I’m Jenna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I’m passionate about supporting people with anxiety, depression, OCD, and mood disorders. As a queer woman, I am also passionate about working with and supporting specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients. I also worked in education for over a decade, so I love supporting adolescents and families navigating the public school setting.

I specialize in working with:
  • Children and adolescents navigating school, family, and social life
  • Young adults exploring who they are and who they’re becoming
  • People of all ages in the LGBTQ+ community
  • People of all ages with disabilities
  • People of all ages with anxiety, depression, OCD, and mood disorders
How I help

My number one goal is for clients to feel empowered to be their truest, most authentic selves. Everyday stressors get in the way of that, and that’s okay-life is challenging and we’re all doing our best. I create a safe space where you can feel unburdened, welcome, and accepted. My favorite approach is simply to meet you where you are, staying client-centered, strengths-based, and flexible so we don’t get stuck in one modality. I pull from CBT (including ERP for OCD), DBT, and ACT, and with younger clients I bring in games and art therapy for a more playful, interactive experience. I often help people with anxiety and LGBTQ+ affirming care.

What a session with me is like

My goal is a warm, welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. Expect empathy, active listening, and practical guidance, and know that no topic is too taboo and all feelings are welcome. Come exactly as you are, bring a blanket, a snack or drink, and let’s talk about your current hyperfixations, whether games, trends, books, or hobbies. Some sessions are lighthearted and fun, others feel heavier, and I’m honored to accompany you through the unfolding process of self-discovery.

A little more about me

Outside of work I’m usually with friends or family. I love traveling, especially somewhere I can hike or explore nature. I live with my partner and our two crazy cats. I LOVE to read and often get sucked into new book series. Sometimes I enjoy cooking, but mostly I just enjoy eating delicious food, and I love gardening and flowers, with dreams of my own cut-flower garden someday.

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A few common questions

Are you accepting new clients?
Yes

Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, I see clients virtually across Illinois, and in person at our Forest Park office.

What do you help with most?
Anxiety, OCD, depression, mood disorders, and LGBTQ+ affirming support for kids, teens, and adults.

What insurance do you take?
BCBS PPO, Optum, Aetna, Northshore HMO, and Cigna

Quick Facts

Ages seen

10+

Languages I speak

English

Accepting new clients?

Yes

Location

Forest Park, plus virtual across Illinois

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Insurance Accepted
  • AetnaBCBS PPOCignaEndeavor/Northshore HMOOptum/United
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Yes. As a practice, Urban Wellness accepts BCBS PPO, BCBS HMO (Northshore and Endeavor), Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, and Optum/UnitedHealthcare. Individual therapists may still be in the process of credentialing or not yet in network with every plan, so check the therapist’s own page or check with our intake department.

Your first session is about getting to know each other. You’ll talk through what brought you in and start shaping goals, at your pace. Your therapist will ask questions that help them understand your past and how it shapes you, your present concerns, and future goals.

Yes. We’re an anti-oppressive, neuro/LGBTQIA+/BIPOC/disability affirming practice, and many of our clinicians hold LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and multicultural lived experience.