Chelsea Tirado, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Chelsea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Chelsea
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Are anxiety and self doubt preventing you from living the life you want? Perhaps you feel stuck in patterns of people-pleasing, constantly questioning yourself, or feeling inadequate, even when you’re doing “all the right things.” If you’re in a pivotal season of life, such as college, internships, or navigating major transitions, these struggles can feel especially heavy.
I’m Chelsea, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, and difficulty prioritizing their own needs. I help clients build confidence, clarify their values, and develop tools to move forward with greater self-trust and intention. I draw from an eclectic approach, while staying rooted in a strengths-based perspective. Therapy with me is collaborative, supportive, and practical. We’ll focus not only on managing anxiety and difficult thoughts, but also on building skills, self-trust, and clarity around what truly matters to you.
I have over three years of experience in school-based settings, where I learned how to build rapport quickly and meet clients where they are. I’m also mindful of how larger systems and social contexts can impact mental health, and I bring this awareness into my work with clients.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- Curative
Licenses
Chelsea Tirado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093660409.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.031026 · Renews November 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Chelsea Tirado offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Chelsea Tirado works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Chelsea Tirado speak?
Chelsea Tirado speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Chelsea Tirado have?
Chelsea Tirado has 3 years of experience.
Where is Chelsea Tirado licensed to practice?
Chelsea Tirado is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Chelsea Tirado accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Chelsea Tirado accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Chelsea Tirado accept insurance?
Yes, Chelsea Tirado accepts Cigna and Curative.
Does Chelsea Tirado accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Chelsea Tirado does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Chelsea Tirado?
Chelsea Tirado can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Chelsea Tirado?
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