what we offer

Healthcare & Wellness Services in Lake County, IL

From mental health counseling and equine therapy to functional nutrition and medication management — all available at our Libertyville and Gurnee, Illinois locations.

Mental Health Counseling & Therapy

Individual therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and more

Our licensed therapists provide individual counseling using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs. We work with adults, adolescents, and children experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, grief, life transitions, and more. Sessions are available in-person at our Libertyville and Gurnee offices, as well as virtually for clients throughout Illinois and Wisconsin.

Family & Couples Counseling

Strengthen relationships and navigate life together

Our family and couples therapists help partners, parents, and families improve communication, resolve conflict, and deepen connection. Whether you are navigating a major life transition, parenting challenges, relationship strain, or communication breakdowns, our therapists provide a safe, collaborative space to work through difficulties and build lasting change.

Child & Adolescent Counseling

Specialized therapy for children and teens in Lake County, IL

Children and teenagers face unique emotional and developmental challenges. Our therapists specialize in working with young people ages 5 through 17, addressing anxiety, behavioral challenges, school-related stress, social difficulties, trauma, and emotional dysregulation. We use developmentally appropriate, play-informed, and evidence-based approaches to help young clients thrive.

Faith-Based Therapy

Spiritually integrated counseling in Lake County, IL

Faith-based therapy integrates spiritual beliefs and values into the therapeutic process, offering a compassionate space where your faith is honored as part of your healing journey. Our providers work with clients of diverse religious and spiritual backgrounds, blending evidence-based clinical approaches with the meaning, hope, and resilience that faith can provide.

Equine-Assisted Therapy

Healing through the human-horse connection in Lake County

Equine-assisted therapy uses interactions with horses as a therapeutic tool to support emotional healing, self-awareness, and personal growth. Research demonstrates meaningful benefits for individuals with anxiety, PTSD, depression, trauma, and emotional regulation challenges. Sessions are facilitated by a licensed therapist and are available at L&K Acres.

Partnership note:  Our equine therapy sessions are held at L&K Acres, our partner facility located in Woodstock, IL. Visits can be arranged through your Lake County Care Collective therapist.

Medication Management

Psychiatric nurse practitioner services in Lake County, IL

Our psychiatric nurse practitioners provide comprehensive medication evaluations and ongoing medication management for mental health conditions. Working collaboratively with your therapist, they ensure your care is integrated and coordinated. Services include initial psychiatric evaluations, medication prescribing, monitoring, and adjustments as needed.

Functional Nutrition

Personalized nutrition counseling in Lake County, Illinois

Our functional nutritionist takes a root-cause, whole-body approach to nutrition and health. Rather than prescribing generic diets, she works with you to understand your unique physiology, lifestyle, and goals — creating personalized nutrition plans that support chronic condition management, weight goals, energy, hormonal balance, and overall vitality.

Certified Health Coaching

Wellness coaching to transform your daily life in Lake County

Our certified health coach partners with you to identify your wellness goals, uncover obstacles, and build sustainable habits that fit your real life. Health coaching bridges the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it — providing accountability, motivation, and practical strategies for lasting change across all dimensions of wellbeing.

Substance Use & Addiction Treatment

Compassionate, evidence-based addiction care in Lake County, IL

Our substance use and addiction treatment services provide comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals and families affected by alcohol, opioid, and other substance use disorders. Dr. Kenji Oyasu offers evidence-based treatment including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), psychiatric evaluation, and coordinated care with our mental health therapists to support lasting recovery.

Sexology

Compassionate sexual health services in Lake County, IL

Sexology is the interdisciplinary scientific study of human sexuality. It integrates biology, psychology, medicine, and sociology to examine sexual development, behaviors, relationships, and sexual health across the lifespan. The field encompasses clinical research, education, and therapy aimed at diagnosing and treating sexual dysfunctions and challenges such as performance anxiety, intimacy blocks, and desire discrepancies.

Acupuncture

Traditional and integrative acupuncture in Lake County, IL

Acupuncture is a time-tested, evidence-informed practice that supports the body’s natural healing processes. Our acupuncture services address a wide range of physical and emotional concerns — from chronic pain and stress to hormonal imbalance and digestive health. Treatments are individualized, gentle, and designed to complement your overall wellness plan.

Red Light Therapy

Photobiomodulation therapy in Lake County, IL

Red light therapy (RLT) works by using low-level wavelengths of light to stimulate cellular energy production, which accelerates tissue repair, reduces inflammation, and boosts collagen production. Also known as photobiomodulation (PBM), this non-invasive treatment delivers light photons to the cells’ mitochondria, helping them generate more adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to heal and rejuvenate the body from the inside out.

Allergy Elimination

NAET allergy elimination therapy in Lake County, IL

Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET) is an alternative therapy blending applied kinesiology, acupuncture, and chiropractic concepts. It works by testing for energetic blockages, applying acupressure while holding an allergen, and requiring 25 hours of allergen avoidance to reprogram the nervous system’s response.

Holistic & Physical Healthcare

Integrative physical wellness services in Lake County, IL

Our holistic healthcare providers offer integrative physical wellness services that complement mental health and nutrition care. Services include neuromuscular therapy, hormone optimization, and other body-centered modalities designed to support your physical health as part of a comprehensive wellness plan.

Insurance & Fees

Each provider at Lake County Care Collective operates their own independent practice and manages their own fees and insurance panels. Please contact us or reach out directly to a provider to discuss insurance, self-pay rates, and sliding-scale options. Many providers accept BCBS PPO, Aetna, Cigna, and other major plans.

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Ready to Start Your Wellness Journey?

Contact us today to connect with the right provider for your needs. We serve clients across Libertyville, Gurnee, and all of Lake County, Illinois.

Kim Echtle · Billing Services

Billing & Credentialing Menu

Credentialing
Insurance
Fee
BCBS
$250
Aetna
$250
Cigna (Evernorth)
$250
Tricare
$250
Optum (UBH, UMR)
$250
Medicare
$500
Medicaid
$1,000
Monthly Billing & Bookkeeping

Normal billing companies charge 7–10% of billable income. For example, if you charge $10K/month (avg. $100/client, 25 clients/week), you would pay a 3rd-party billing company $1,000/month. Compare that to our flat rates below.

Client Volume
Monthly Rate
1–10 clients
$200 / month
10–20 clients
$300 / month
20–30 clients
$400 / month
30–40 clients
$500 / month
Account Setup
Full Account Setup
$250 one-time fee

Includes: therapy appointment setup (insurance setup, credit card setup, consent forms, client setup), QuickBooks account setup, and Availity & CAQH update.

Extra Services for Your Clients
Horse Therapy Facility
$50 per session

Due at time of session · Provided at our partner farm

L&K Acres

4319 McCauley Rd, Woodstock, IL 60050

Friday & Saturday only (for now)

Liability waivers must be signed for every new client coming to the farm.

Ready to get started?

Reach out to Kim directly — she'll take it from there.