Find a psychiatrist in Northbrook, IL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Northbrook, IL accepting new patients
Mental health support is available across Northbrook and surrounding areas including Evanston, Morton Grove, and Niles. Headway's providers offer both talk therapy and medication management with virtual and in-person options. With free intake consultations and copay ranges starting low, finding the right provider fit has never been easier.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. With a focus on both medication management and supportive psychotherapy, I treat adolescents and adults in navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
I've spent 14 years helping people navigate their mental health. I believe you deserve a provider who truly knows you — not just your chart. I offer both in-person and telehealth appointments, so you can choose what works best for your schedule and your life. My work centers on psychiatric evaluation and medication management, and I take the time to fully understand what's going on before any treatment decisions are made. I'm direct, accessible, and committed to being a steady, consistent presence in your care.
Diana Lankenau has a Master of Science in Nursing from Florida State University and Chamberlain University. She has a Bachelor's in nursing from University of Miami. BA in Psychology from Florida International University. She is Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC).
I am a compassionate psychiatric provider that is dedicated to my practice. I started my psychiatric career as a technician in forensic psychiatry. I worked with individuals who had comitted crimes and were either attempting to determine competency, or were found not guilty by reason of insanity. As my education blossomed, I began working as a nurse on a child and adolescent crisis stabilization unit. I found a massive love for child and adolescent psychiatry and spent most of my career working crisis stabilization and residential psychiatric care for children and adolescents. This gave me significant experience working with many different cultures. After I graduated with my doctorate, I began working psychiatric outpatient. I now see patients of all ages (children 4+, adolescents, adults and geriatric). I thrive on a strong therapeutic relationship and making sure my patients feel heard. I am open minded and non-bias. You are safe with me.
I have over 20 years of experience in healthcare. My career began as a pharmacy technician, then as an emergency room nurse, and later supervising behavioral health units at Mercy St. Louis before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.This background allows me to understand mental health from both medical and psychiatric perspectives.
As a board-certified PMHNP, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step!
Welcome! I am Dr. Michelle Rake! I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner providing medication management services/brief therapy.
Are you looking for a Psychiatry provider that listens to you and includes you in the your treatment plan? Would you like a compassionate, non-judgemental psychiatry provider that provides a comfortable, safe environment? Do you want to feel empowered knowing you are on the proper medications to overcome your struggles, and turn around your life?
Let me help you today!
About our psychiatrists serving Northbrook, IL
- 99%Depression
- 98%Anxiety
- 88%Bipolar disorder
- 86%ADD/ADHD
- 85%PTSD
- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 85%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 75%Ascension
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 4%Hindi
- 4%Yoruba
- 1%French
- 86%Online only
- 14%In-person or online
- 77%Woman
- 22%Man
- 56%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 39%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 94%Individual therapy
- 22%Family therapy
- 9%Child or adolescent therapy
- 6%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Psychiatrist in Northbrook
Finding psychiatrists in Northbrook starts with understanding what type of mental health care you want to access. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists focus on talk therapy and support through methods like cognitive behavioral therapy or other clinical approaches. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and approach to see whether they match your needs.
In a smaller community like Northbrook, local psychiatry appointments may be more limited than in larger nearby areas. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you choose in-person care when that fits your schedule and preferences. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber, so it can help to compare availability, appointment format, free phone consultation options, and bios before booking.
Psychiatric care in Northbrook can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. You can browse profiles, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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