ABOUT US

 

Learn about who we are and how we can best serve you

Kayla Cohn - North Star Therapy

I'M KAYLA -

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Online Therapy for Teens and Young Adults in Illinois

I’m Kayla Cohn, a licensed clinical social worker offering online therapy for teens and adults in Illinois. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or life transitions, I offer a supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, as I believe lasting change comes from within. You already have the tools you need, and my role is to help you access and build on them.

I work with teens and adults across Illinois, offering virtual therapy sessions. If you’re looking for a therapist who brings compassion, clarity, and clinically grounded support, you’re in the right place.

SPECIALTIES

  • › Anxiety
  • › Depression
  • › Life Transitions
  • › Parenting & Family Dynamics
  • › Women's Issues
  • › Teen Emotional Health

Support for Teens and Young Adults Facing

 
› Anxiety and Worry
› Depression and Low Mood
› Stress and Burnout
› Parenting Stress
› Emotional Dysregulation
› Self-Esteem
› Life Transitions and Identity Work

Ages Treated

Teens 13–18 • Adults 18+

WHY NORTH STAR THERAPY?

OUR Mission

North Star Therapy exists to help people navigate life's storms and emerge stronger, clearer, and more connected to themselves. We believe therapy should be a place where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change.

HISTORY WITH Addiction

While not an addiction-specific practice, North Star Therapy supports clients who are navigating mild substance use concerns alongside anxiety and depression. Referrals to specialized addiction providers are available when needed.

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Training & Education

 
Master of Social Work
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Illinois
Advanced training in CBT, ACT, and MBSR
10+ years working with anxiety, depression, and life transitions
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MY TREATMENT APPROACHES

 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Helps you recognize and reframe unhelpful thoughts so you can respond to life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and healthier patterns.

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Guides you in making peace with what you can’t control while taking meaningful steps toward what truly matters to you.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Teaches present-moment awareness to help calm the mind, ease stress, and build a stronger connection to your body and emotions.

Strengths-Based, Collaborative

Celebrates what’s already working such as your resilience, values, and inner wisdom, while we co-create a path to healing together.

Trauma-Informed

Honors your past experiences by creating a safe, empowering space that supports healing without re-traumatization.

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You don't have to navigate alone

North Star Therapy can help.

Kayla Cohn, LCSW

Helping you navigate lifes challenges. Expert online therapy for teens and young adults across Illinois.

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