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Dr. Andrew Mantelman

Psychologist
26 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Trauma
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I became a psychologist because I believe everyone deserves the skills and support to create a life worth living. My path has combined a deep curiosity about how the mind works with a passion for helping people overcome challenges and thrive. I earned my Psy.D. in Psychology in 1997 and have advanced training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as well as other gold-standard, evidence-based methods.

Over the years, I’ve worked in numerous medical rehabilitation settings, private practice, and as an adjunct professor, giving me a wide-ranging perspective on both the physical and emotional aspects of recovery and growth. I have experience helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and difficulties with emotion regulation.

I specialize in building resilience, reinforcing positive coping skills, and integrating biological, psychological, and social approaches to address concerns from every angle. I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations, and I adapt my approach to meet the unique needs of each person. In our work together, you’ll find me supportive yet straightforward—a partner in your growth who believes in your ability to create meaningful change, one step at a time.

My approach to therapy

I believe therapy works best when it’s a partnership. I work alongside my clients to understand their goals, challenges, and strengths, creating a supportive and motivating space where change feels possible. Using evidence-based approaches—including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—I focus on teaching and reinforcing practical coping skills that help you navigate life’s challenges and build a more balanced, fulfilling life.

My work draws on an integrated understanding of the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence well-being. This means we can address both the immediate challenges you’re facing and the deeper patterns that keep them going. Whether we’re working on managing intense emotions, improving relationships, or increasing resilience, my goal is to equip you with tools you can carry into everyday life.

Together, we’ll build on your strengths, apply proven techniques, and create meaningful changes that improve your quality of life—one step at a time.

What you can expect from me

Therapy is a partnership. Clients can expect to be heard and receive a genuine and honest perspective. Typically clients will receive homework to help reinforce positive coping skills and move forward to their overall goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    26 years of experience
  • Training
    PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) at Illinois School of Professional Psychology
  • License type
    CP (Clinical Psychologist) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, PTSD, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused CBT, Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD), Relational, Behavior Management, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral Couples Therapy, Behavior Modification, Structural Family, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Experiential, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English