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Vanessa Wilkes

Licensed Professional Counselor

mental health Chicago, IL Westcare
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
10 years at Westcare
Gender
Female
Connections
54
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Vanessa Wilkes is one of them.
  • 1,564 mental health professionals are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 12 contacts at Westcare are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical mental health compensation in IL: $40,000 – $100,000 (median $58,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in IL: Sole Proprietor (50), Private Practice (29), U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs (16).
  • 4% of mental health professionals in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 85% of mental health professionals in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Western Illinois University
Bachelors
Chicago State University
2013
Skills
Teaching Event Planning Microsoft Office Powerpoint Word Customer Service Retail
About Westcare
Industry
Consumer Services
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
westcare.com
Professional Overview

Vanessa Wilkes is a Licensed Professional Counselor, currently affiliated with Westcare, based in Chicago, IL. As a mental health, Wilkes contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. They have been with Westcare for 10 years. Wilkes holds academic credentials, including Bachelors, from Western Illinois University and Chicago State University. Core competencies include Teaching, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Powerpoint, Word. Westcare operates in the Consumer Services sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Chicago, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting mental health

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vanessa Wilkes located?
Vanessa Wilkes is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Westcare.
What is Vanessa Wilkes's specialty?
Vanessa Wilkes specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where does Vanessa Wilkes currently work?
Vanessa Wilkes currently works at Westcare. They have been there for 10 years.
What is Vanessa Wilkes's educational background?
Vanessa Wilkes attended Western Illinois University and Chicago State University.
How do I contact Vanessa Wilkes for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in IL?
mental health professionals in IL typically earn $40,000 to $100,000 annually, with a median of $58,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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