Andy Benson, Therapist
Andy Benson, LCSW & CADC, brings warmth, compassion, and deep understanding to his work with adults and seniors across Illinois. Known for his calm, non-judgmental presence, Andy creates a supportive space where clients feel truly heard and respected.
He specializes in treating substance use, trauma, PTSD, and co-occurring mental health conditions, and has extensive experience working with veterans, first responders, and older adults. Whether someone is facing addiction, anxiety, or life transitions, Andy meets them with empathy and honesty, guiding the healing process with care and hope.
At LifeStance Health, Andy uses evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and Couples Counseling. He is especially attuned to challenges in midlife and beyond, as well as men’s issues and OCD. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, he takes a nuanced, trauma-informed approach to substance use treatment, addressing root causes—not just symptoms.
Outside of work, Andy enjoys reading, running, movies, and travel—interests that help him stay grounded, and that he encourages in others. His down-to-earth style and clinical expertise help clients feel safe, supported, and empowered on their path to healing.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 18-75+
- Couples Therapy: Ages 18-75+
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Empty nesters
- Grief & loss
- Men's health/issues
- Parenthood
- ADHD
- Aging
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body image
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & work issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Drug/substance use
- End-of-life challenges
- First responder stress
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Gambling
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Hoarding
- Intense mood changes
- LGBTQ+
- Marital stress or divorce
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Other women's health concerns
- Panic attacks
- PMS & PMDD
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Premarital counseling
- Retirement
- Self-esteem
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social skills & communication
- Stress management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Video game/internet
Couples Therapy
Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.
- Anger issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Self-esteem
- Social skills & communication
- ADHD
- Aging
- Alcohol use
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body image
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Drug/substance use
- Empty nesters
- End-of-life challenges
- First responder stress
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Gambling
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Hoarding
- Intense mood changes
- LGBTQ+
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Other women's health concerns
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- PMS & PMDD
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Premarital counseling
- Retirement
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- America's Choice Provider Network
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Curalinc
- Devoted Health Plan
- Duly Health and Care (DuPage)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Guidehealth
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Magellan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Pathways (Amita Health)
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Railroad Medicare
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
- Wellcare
- Wellpoint (Unicare/Healthlink)
- Zelis (HFN Network Solutions)
Languages
- English
Education
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Northwestern University
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Loyola University of Chicago Graduate School of Social Work
Get Directions
847-440-5760
877-428-7891
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Andy Benson. You can also call 847-440-5760 to have someone assist you.
Andy Benson generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 847-440-5760 to find out Andy Benson'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 Andy Benson:
- Aetna
- America's Choice Provider Network
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Curalinc
- Devoted Health Plan
- Duly Health and Care (DuPage)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Guidehealth
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Magellan
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Pathways (Amita Health)
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Railroad Medicare
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
- Wellcare
- Wellpoint (Unicare/Healthlink)
- Zelis (HFN Network Solutions)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 847-440-5760 to see how we can help.
Andy Benson is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
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Yes, Andy Benson does offer online telehealth visits.
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