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Payton Smith

Pre-Licensed Professional
Accepting clients Last Updated 12 days ago

Hi, I’m Payton Smith, and I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up fully as yourself, without judgment, pressure, or expectations. I strive to create an environment where you feel safe enough to explore your experiences, process what’s been weighing on you, and begin to make sense of your story.

My role as a therapist is to walk alongside you, helping you reconnect with your strengths while building the tools needed to navigate life with more confidence. I use a flexible, collaborative approach that allows me to meet you where you are and adapt to what you need in each moment. I value going beyond surface-level conversations and creating space for meaningful, honest work.


Specialties

Anxiety Depression Impulse Control Sexual Assault Trauma & PTSD

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

Payton Smith is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna and Evernorth Medicare UnitedHealthcare

Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

Claim Submission:

I will complete and submit paperwork on your behalf for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1568308658

Rates

First session $200
Ongoing sessions $150

Locations

1580 North Northwest Highway
#120
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 220-4977
ADA Accessible
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday 12:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday 12:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday --
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Art Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Feminist Mindfulness Play Therapy Sand Play Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Children (6-10) Preteens (11-12) Adolescents (13-17) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

LGBQ+ People of Color

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

Qualifications

  • Supervisor(s): Christine Bellosa
  • Supervisor License(s): IL-180007252

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): Black or African American, White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Bisexual
  • Religion(s): Nonreligious