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Head First Health

A coaching + counseling practice for Millennial Women looking to navigate their relationships, quart

03/13/2026

Learn from the experts and expand your understanding of mental health care.

Our Clinician Led Trainings offer practical tools and insights from licensed professionals, while the Conscious Collaboration Series explores how different disciplines can work together to support whole-person wellbeing.

Watch the full trainings and conversations on our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss future content.

03/11/2026

The average cost per session in 2025 for our clients was $24 per session.

Your insurance determines how much each session is. No matter where you go for therapy, if you choose to use your insurance, it will cost the exact same everywhere.

The good news is: We accept most major insurances in Illinois (BCBS PPO, UHC, Aetna, Cigna)

Copay, deductible, co-insurance, in-network, out of network, out-of-pocket max… these are all the confusing words that come into play when we talk about therapy costs.

When you choose your insurance plan, this information is technically available to you. But if you’re a human, you probably don’t read it. That’s where we can help.

We provide a free benefit check for anyone who starts with us, so you’ll have an approximate cost ahead of time. (I say approximate because only you calling your insurance can give the amount with 100% accuracy.)

We provide a free benefit check for anyone who starts with us, so you’ll have an approximate cost ahead of time. (I say approximate because only you can call your insurance can give the amount with 100% accuracy.)

03/10/2026

Client reviews give us a small glimpse into how the work feels from the other side of the conversation.

They remind us how important it is to create a space where people feel comfortable enough to be honest. A place where someone can talk things through, hear a different perspective, and know they’re supported along the way.

We’re really grateful for the trust our clients place in our team and for those who take the time to share their experience. It means a lot to us.

03/06/2026

One thing we really value at Head First Health is staying curious.

Our clinicians are constantly learning. Reading books between sessions. Saving podcasts to listen to on the drive home. Sending each other articles that make us stop and think.

So we started doing quarterly challenges for our clinicians. Nothing intense. Just a simple way to notice and share the learning that’s already happening behind the scenes.

This quarter is our Seek & Share Challenge, where our team is bringing back resources that have impacted them and passing them along to one another.

For our clients, it means working with clinicians who are always growing and reflecting on their work.

And for those of you who follow along here, it means we’ll start sharing more of the ideas and resources that are shaping conversations in our practice.

Learning together just feels better.

Stay tuned to see what gets shared and who ends up winning this quarter’s challenge.

03/04/2026

We get this question a lot, so I thought I’d explain how it works.
You reach out.

Text or call us (312-291-1595), email us at info@headfirsthealthcc.com, pop over to our website… heck, you can even send us a letter (lol).

A real human (Vildana) will reply.

She’ll ask a few simple questions—what you’re hoping to work on, your availability, insurance, and a little about what’s been going on.

Each therapist on our team has a different specialty and style, so we use that information to match you with someone who’s a good fit.

If you’re unsure, we offer a free 15-minute phone consult so you can talk with the therapist first and see how it feels. A lot of people feel nervous before the first session, which is completely normal.

A good first step is just shooting us a text. You can even DM us here and Vildana will be right there for ya.

03/02/2026

It's Meme Monday, consider this your gentle reminder to not take everything so seriously today.

02/26/2026

Reviews like this mean so much to our team.

Being deeply heard changes the way we relate to ourselves.

We are grateful to walk alongside our clients as they connect the dots and learn more about themselves. Helping clients put language to their inner experience. When we can name what we feel and notice the patterns underneath, self-understanding becomes possible and meaningful change can begin.

Interested in working with Lauren? You can learn more about her specialties and approach on our website through the clinicians page.

02/25/2026

You live in Chicago… or the burbs (don’t worry, we won’t call Naperville Chicago here 😌).

From the outside, your life looks pretty good. You’re working, showing up, staying active, keeping up with friends, doing the things you’re “supposed” to do.
But internally?

You feel okayyyyy… and also hella overwhelmed.
You’ve got anxiety.
You feel down sometimes.
Your mind is always on.
You’re distracted, tired, and just feel a little… off.
You juggle a lot. You handle a lot. And sometimes you wish someone would make space for you for once.

You might be unsure if therapy is worth the commitment. You might feel nervous to start. That’s normal–we see that every day.

Head First Health is a good fit for adults who are functioning in life, but know they don’t want to keep living in survival mode.

If that sounds like you, we’re here when you’re ready.

Text us, call us, or DM us–we’ll help you take the first step.

02/17/2026

Virtual Therapy, lets talk about it.

One of the biggest concerns we hear is whether therapy can still feel personal through a screen. The answer is yes. Connection still happens. In many cases, people find it easier to open up when they are in a space that already feels familiar.

You also do not need a perfect setup. A quiet corner, your car, or a space where you can have a few uninterrupted minutes is often enough.

For some clients, being at home actually lowers anxiety. It removes the pressure of walking into a new office and allows you to focus on the conversation instead of the environment.

Virtual does not mean distant. It simply means meeting you where you are.

Start with Head First Health. Visit our website to dive in.

02/16/2026

It includes thoughtful reflections, real mental health insights, things we’re seeing in sessions lately, and gentle tools you can actually use in your everyday life.

This month feels extra special because we’re celebrating 6 years of Head First Health and sharing 6 reflections from the journey — what we’ve learned, what’s changed us, and what still matters most to us as therapists and humans.

If you like feeling understood, seen, and a little less alone in your brain, you’ll love it there.

Subscribe on our website and link in our profile, and come hang with us in your inbox.

02/13/2026

If starting therapy feels intimidating, you’re not alone. A lot of people worry they’ll have to explain their entire life story right away. That’s not how we work.

There is no pressure to share everything in one session. We move at a collaborative pace and follow what feels most important to you. We focus on your goals, your concerns, and what brought you in. Not judgment. Not fixing. Not rushing.

Your first session is about understanding you.
Not changing you.

02/12/2026

Meet Lauren Stewart, M.S.Ed., a warm and collaborative psychotherapist at Head First Health.

She believes you can show up to therapy exactly as you are — no perfect words, no polished version of yourself — just honesty and curiosity. Lauren is passionate about helping clients name their emotions, recognize patterns, and build clarity and self-trust through evidence-based approaches like CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and ACT.

When she’s not in session, you might find her sipping peppermint tea, walking along the Chicago lakefront with her two cavapoos and family, or planning her next travel adventure (cooking class included!). She’s currently enjoying "Are You Mad at Me?" by Meg Josephson.

Interested in working with Lauren? Get started through our website.

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2835 N. Sheffield Avenue Suite 304
Chicago, IL
60657

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.headfirsthealthcc.com/

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