Take control of your life and create balance
A balanced approach to mental health wellness: centered on your journey toward peace, balance, and stability through anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Find Peace & Balance
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, or a difficult life transition. At AFS Counseling Services, we provide compassionate, professional online therapy in Illinois for teens, young adults, and adults seeking support, healing, and personal growth. Our mission is to help individuals throughout Illinois improve their mental health, build resilience, and develop the tools needed to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
Mental health affects every aspect of our lives, including our relationships, careers, academic performance, physical health, and overall sense of well-being. When anxiety becomes overwhelming or depression makes it difficult to stay motivated, it can be hard to know where to turn. Our licensed Illinois therapists provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can openly discuss your concerns and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
We understand that every person has a unique story. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. That’s why we tailor each treatment plan to meet your specific needs, goals, and circumstances. Whether you’re struggling with persistent worry, panic attacks, low self-esteem, emotional burnout, trauma, grief, or difficulties in your personal relationships, our therapists are committed to helping you find effective solutions and healthier ways of coping.Take the first step today.
Contact us to schedule your appointment and begin your journey toward healing, growth, and emotional wellness through professional online therapy in Illinois.
Our Team
Our team is dedicated to helping you improve your mental well-being. Our therapist have a wide variety of specialized services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.
Alice Solis, MA, LCPC
Teen and adult therapist helping you find calm and control in the face of overwhelming anxiety, depression or self-esteem so you can live with more peace and confidence.
Emily Halvorson, LCPC, ATR-BC
Teen and adult therapist who works with individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity exploration, and life transitions.
Esperanza Rivera, MA
Teen and adult therapist who works with individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression and life transitions.
Our Specialties
Our practice is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and improve their mental well-being. We offer a range of specialized services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.
Therapy For Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek counseling. Constant worry, racing thoughts, difficulty sleeping, irritability, and feelings of being overwhelmed can affect every area of life. Our anxiety therapists in Illinois help clients understand the root causes of anxiety and develop effective strategies to reduce symptoms and regain a sense of control. Through evidence-based therapy techniques, clients learn how to manage anxious thoughts, increase confidence, and feel more present in their daily lives.
Therapy for Depression
Depression can make even simple tasks feel exhausting. Feelings of sadness, hopelessness, lack of motivation, and disconnection can significantly impact work, school, and relationships. Our depression counseling services provide a safe environment where clients can process their experiences, identify underlying factors contributing to depression, and develop practical tools for improving mood and overall well-being. We work collaboratively with clients to create realistic goals and help them reconnect with the things that matter most.
Therapy For Stress
Stress can take a real toll on both emotional and physical well-being. Ongoing pressure from work, school, relationships, or major life changes can build up over time and affect how you think, feel, and function day to day. Our therapists provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can slow things down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and work through stress at your own pace. We focus on helping you feel more grounded, balanced, and equipped with practical tools to manage stress and restore a sense of control in your life.
Immigration Services
We provide thorough, objective clinical immigration evaluations to support cases such as asylum, VAWA, extreme hardship waivers, cancellation of removal, and U and T visas. Our evaluations are conducted with care, professionalism, and attention to each client’s unique circumstances, ensuring clear and detailed documentation for legal proceedings.
Get Support Through Life’s Challenges
Our online counseling sessions prioritize a non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and experiences safely, fostering personal growth and deeper self-understanding.