Therapist in Chicago, Illinois Christopher Allen, Therapist
License: LCSW
Provider Gender: Male
Ages Served: 15-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Christopher Allen, LCSW
Christopher Allen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2020. Christopher completed his undergraduate degree in Psychology at Purdue University and his Master’s degree from the Indiana University School of Social Work at IUPUI. He has experience working with a variety of populations including individuals spanning from teens to geriatric patients, substance use disorders, college students, couples, and older adults.
Christopher has worked in a variety of environments including private practice, inpatient, outpatient clinic, schools, and community-based treatments. He is LGBTQIA+ affirming and has experience in treating Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Adjustment Issues, Relationship Issues, Family Issues, Substance Use, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, and Schizophrenia. Christopher utilizes a Person-Centered approach that blends modalities like internal family systems, cognitive behavioral, dialectal behavior, and acceptance and commitment techniques.
Christopher believes in meeting his patients where they are to ensure safety, collaboration in treatment, and in developing a therapeutic environment that is uniquely tailored to each patient in his care which he believes is central to helping people be empowered to own their growth and healing. In his free time, Christopher is an avid reader, father, dog dad, and enjoys movies as well as live theater and music.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol and Drug Use Issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Couple's Issues
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Gender Identity
- Grief
- Hoarding
- Later Life Transitions
- Medical Conditions/Health Psychology
- Men's Issues
- Midlife Transitions
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Pain Management
- Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
- Psychosis/Schizophrenia
- PTSD/Trauma
- Reproductive Challenges
- School Avoidance
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
- Somatoform Disorders
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- America's Choice Provider Network
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- ComPsych
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- Zelis (HFN Network Solutions)
Interventions
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Family Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Parenting Skills
Populations
- Adoption/Foster Care
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Developmental Disabilities
- First Responders
- Head Injuries
- LGBTQ+
- Men
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Languages
- English
Locations
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Christopher Allen. You can also call 630-428-7890 to have someone assist you.
Christopher Allen generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 630-428-7890 to find out Christopher Allen's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Christopher Allen:
- Aetna
- America's Choice Provider Network
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- ComPsych
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Humana
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
- Zelis (HFN Network Solutions)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 630-428-7890 to see how we can help.
Christopher Allen is a therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Christopher Allen works at:
Yes, Christopher Allen does offer both Telehealth and In-office visits.
Yes, Christopher Allen is currently offering In-office visits.