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Dr. Shontel Ray

Psychiatric Mental Health NP(She/Her)
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • Medication management, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

If you're feeling lost, sad, anxious—or just not like yourself lately—you're not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I specialize in working with people navigating depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, and my approach is open-minded, motivating, and solution-focused. Outside of my work, I enjoy crafting, working out, and decorating—things that keep me grounded and inspired.

My approach to therapy

I’ve often been told I’m easy to talk to and a great listener. My clients say they feel safe opening up to me about some of their most vulnerable experiences—and that means the world to me. Being able to connect with people on that deep level and see them grow in ways they never thought possible is what keeps me passionate about this work.

What you can expect from me

Whether you're just starting your journey or have been on it for a while, I’m here to meet you where you are. We’ll work together to create a treatment plan that feels supportive, empowering, and practical for your life.

You deserve support that feels real and encouraging. Let’s take the next step together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Native American, Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) at Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes Jewish Hospital, Other at Webster University
  • License type
    FPA APRN (Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, 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
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Grief or loss
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English