Candace Chavers, LCSW
can look like everyone else has it together while you’re just trying to keep your head above water. Between classes, relationships, family expectations, money stress, and figuring out who you even are right now—it can be a lot. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or just not like yourself, you’re not alone.
I work with college students who are navigating stress, burnout, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the weight of life transitions. Many of the students I support are high-achieving, first-generation, or carrying responsibilities that others don’t see. Some are trying to heal from past experiences while still showing up every day and getting things done.
My approach is supportive, honest, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me isn’t about being “fixed” or told what to do—it’s about having a space where you can be real, ask hard questions, and build tools that actually work for your life. We’ll move at your pace, focus on what matters to you, and work toward feeling more grounded, confident, and in control.
You don’t have to do college—or life—on your own. If you’re ready for support that feels human, not clinical, I’d love to work with you.
Specialties
Anxiety Career Concerns College adjustment Depression Relationship IssuesInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Candace Chavers, LCSW is in network for the following plans:
Aetna Carelon Cigna and EvernorthNPI Number
1619860483Rates
| First session | $125 |
| Ongoing sessions | $125 |
Locations
Practice Hours
| Monday | 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
| Friday | -- |
| Saturday | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Bowen Family Systems Theory Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Family Systems Gottman Method Internal Family Systems (IFS) Mindfulness Motivational Interviewing Narrative Parent Coaching Person-Centered Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Strength-Based Structural Family Therapy Trauma FocusedModalities
Couples Family Groups IndividualsAge Groups
Preteens (11-12) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
People of ColorMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 5
- License(s): IL-149029407
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): Black or African American
- Gender(s): Woman
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
- Religion(s): Christian