Find a psychiatrist in Schaumburg, IL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Schaumburg, IL accepting new patients
Seeking mental health support in Schaumburg? Connect with 271 empowering and solution-oriented providers across Greens of Schaumburg, Woodfield, and Old Schaumburg neighborhoods. Headway offers flexible scheduling, insurance coverage, and free intake calls so you can prioritize your wellbeing without cost concerns.
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!
I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, providing whole-person care that recognizes the connection between mental, emotional, and physical health. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and Women's Health, and I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered. Outside of my practice, I enjoy traveling, event decorating, and spending quality time with my family. I believe maintaining balance and personal fulfillment is an important part of overall well-being, and I bring that same perspective into the care I provide.
I believe that medication is sometimes helpful, but it is not always the whole answer. Mental health challenges rarely come from one single source, and true healing often requires looking deeper. Together, we will work to identify underlying patterns, stressors, and root causes rather than simply treating symptoms.
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and mom of four with a passion for helping people feel balanced, understood, and supported. I earned my nursing degree from Chamberlain University in Chicago and completed my psychiatric graduate training at the University of Kentucky. I’ve been proudly serving patients as a PMHNP since 2022.
I provide care for children (6+), teens, and adults, including parents, professionals, students, and anyone navigating life transitions or emotional challenges. My focus areas include: ADHD, anxiety & panic, depression, bipolar disorders, trauma & PTSD, emotional dysregulation and impulsivity, sleep issues, and mood and behavior concerns in children/teens.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, constantly stressed, or like you’ve lost your sense of joy in everyday life, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me struggling to focus, manage their mood, or keep up with work and home responsibilities. I specialize in ADHD, bipolar disorder, and anxiety/depression for all individuals including perinatal/post-partum, and I provide convenient telehealth care for adults across Illinois so you can get support from the comfort of your own space.
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.
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!
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About our psychiatrists serving Schaumburg, IL
- 99%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 89%Bipolar disorder
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 86%PTSD
- 99%Aetna
- 98%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 88%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 76%Ascension
- 99%English
- 7%Spanish
- 4%Yoruba
- 3%Hindi
- 2%Tagalog
- 88%Online only
- 12%In-person or online
- 78%Woman
- 22%Man
- 52%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 43%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 4%Medical Doctor
- 95%Individual therapy
- 22%Family therapy
- 8%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 Schaumburg, IL
Finding psychiatrists in Schaumburg starts with knowing the difference between psychiatric care and therapy. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Therapists provide talk therapy and related support. Both can be helpful entry points depending on what you need. If you are seeking care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties and clinical background match your concerns.
Schaumburg may have fewer local psychiatry options than a larger city, so virtual appointments can expand the number of psychiatrists available to you. Medication management visits are usually shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare options, review appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading bios can help you understand each psychiatrist’s approach, communication style, and areas of focus before you book.
Psychiatric care in Schaumburg can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who accept your plan, verifies your insurance, and shows your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Every psychiatrist listed is accepting new patients, so you can browse profiles, compare fit, 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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