About
I am Denika McMillen, LCSW. I am a helper. When people feel isolated or alone in their situation, they need someone else to help them gain a new perspective, feel differently, or at times escape the state at hand. My philosophy is to view therapy is a “tune up” to help people keep operating through life. Just like cars need regular tune ups and oil changes to keep running smoothly, people also need regular check-ins and support. This is especially important for people of color and minority populations because they face additional societal challenges that may or may not be overt but are often felt internally. Raised on the Westside of Chicago, and have nearly twenty-seven years of experience as a therapist and counselor. I specialize in working with women (cis and/or identified), adults, and adolescents of color, LGBTQ+, and individuals confronted with a range of life challenges from depression, anxiety, bipolar, HIV/AIDS, homelessness, and substance abuse.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
