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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Aurora, IL

Addiction support in Aurora connects you with 745 licensed providers experienced in substance use disorder, recovery, and relapse prevention. Access talk therapy and medication management through flexible virtual or in-person sessions, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Amy Smith

Amy Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I view therapy as a partnership. I bring my clinical expertise and you bring a profound knowledge of who you are and were you want to go.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Nicole Naglich

Nicole Naglich

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Taking a holistic and patient-centered approach, Nicole integrates evidence-based practices to deliver the most effective and personalized care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Saira Khan

Saira Khan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is centered on helping clients uncover their truth, connect with their core emotions, and shape their own narratives to embrace their authentic selves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Torrey Dunk

Torrey Dunk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Inverness, IL


“My approach is thoughtful, steady, and grounded in creating a safe, calm environment where clients feel respected and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Mascenic

Jessica Mascenic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Mount Prospect, IL


“Most of my work centers around mindfulness awareness and practices in addition to utilizing art as therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Powers

Jill Powers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I approach your care with respect and dignity. We work together to find the best way to help your symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kristen Svatos

Kristen Svatos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Des Plaines, IL


“I like to take a humanistic, client centered approach to therapy utilizing client strengths to create a collaborative, safe environment to process trauma and experiences...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Page

Dr. Lisa Page

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Park Ridge, IL


“By the end of each session, clients will feel supported, understood, and will have a clear understandingn of 'next steps'.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Davison

Dr. Michael Davison

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Arlington Heights, IL


“My role is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what's happening, and build practical paths toward greater stability and clarity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sam Rustum

Sam Rustum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I will give you practical strategies that will help you manage your stress and feel more in control of your thoughts and emotions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jermaine Anthony

Jermaine Anthony

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Frankfort, IL


“I strive to assist clients become their best self by engaging in solution-focused therapeutic interventions and conversations.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Aaron Chatman

Dr. Aaron Chatman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Evergreen Park, IL


I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience. I am passionate about helping others overcome the anxiety, depression, and trauma that impact their lives. I've worked in education, government, and hospital settings, and I am a former U.S. Marine. I bring depth, knowledge and experience to each session and use them to help promote and support healing for my clients.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Douglas Nyenke

Douglas Nyenke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“Seeing my clients go from feeling hopeless and disorganized to feeling well rested and ready to tackle their day is what drives me forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christopher Beerman

Christopher Beerman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I focus on my client's strengths and core values to collaborate with them to find healing and solutions for their therapeutic needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stephen Brown

Stephen Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based practice that is effective for depression, all forms of anxiety, insomnia and substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Eileen Harte

Eileen Harte

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Glenview, IL


“I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and take an eclectic approach; no two clients are the same.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charles Davitt

Charles Davitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I believe in each person's capacity for resilience and change, even when that capacity feels difficult to access.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I have always been interested in clients' cultural backgrounds and am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French and German.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Andrew Clavijo

Andrew Clavijo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My goal is for you to leave each session with a clear direction and a plan that feels realistic and grounded.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kanika Shirole

Kanika Shirole

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I also specialize in supporting clients who are working towards expanding their self-concept and exploring aspects and intersections of their ethnic, cultural, racial, sexual, and gender identities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Tracy Bisterfeldt

Dr. Tracy Bisterfeldt

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I have been practicing, teaching, and training as a psychologist for 16 years and use evidence-based, holistic (mind-body) treatment modalities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a space to explore ingrained habits in relationships, to build trust that allows you to feel your emotions and learn new healthy habits.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lise Schiffer

Lise Schiffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


I am a solution focused therapist with 39 years of experience. My therapy style is cognitive, interactive, compassionate, and, if need be, challenging. I believe effective therapy should produce change, not just insight. I will listen to you deeply, help conceptualize the problems, patterns, and dynamics which are causing you trouble, and give you feedback. Together, we will develop a strategy for more effective functioning and a better quality of life. therapy.

I do not do phone consultations.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I work with my patients in a partnership that lets us build a plan that will work the best for them!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Olubunmi Isijola

Olubunmi Isijola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Homewood, IL


“I believe in developing a therapeutic relationship that is client-centered and based on mutual trust and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Leo Lavender

Dr. Leo Lavender

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Island, IL


“My focus is on creating a positive life perspective by addressing negative responses to mental health functioning.”
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Joanne Lagattolla

Joanne Lagattolla

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I am attuned to the impact of trauma and injustice. I hold compassionate space for those who have been marginalized.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Zakaras

Anne Zakaras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“Anne's integrative, client-centered, relational approach is rooted in evidence-based psychotherapeutic practices combined with art therapy techniques...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
TJ Thurlow

TJ Thurlow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I want my clients to leave each session with the confidence to implement the plan we have created together.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Howard

Lauren Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Northbrook, IL


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I take a grounded, practical approach—helping clients learn to ride life's waves instead of fighting against them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matthew Marder

Matthew Marder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vernon Hills, IL


“I provide behavioral therapy to improve and maintain your emotional well-being through a trusting relationship where you will be heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tobiloba Adewolu

Tobiloba Adewolu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I provide compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring evidence-based treatments to each individual's unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rhonda Harvey

Rhonda Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“Struggles can keep you on edge, but it's possible to find calm again—and we can work toward your goals with care, respect, and a little bit of humor along the way.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lonny Levin

Lonny Levin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I've been there, too. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to share your struggles and to work together on finding ways to move forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Susan Walsh

Susan Walsh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Ottawa, IL


“I don't believe in one-size-fits-all treatment. I take time to understand what's really going on beneath the surface and partner with you to create a plan that feels realistic and effective.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brett Sisler

Brett Sisler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Libertyville, IL


“I know firsthand what it's like to struggle with anxiety and depression, and I believe there is always hope and a path forward.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Daniel Ross

Daniel Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grayslake, IL


I am an LCSW, and have been since 2014, and a LMSW for 2 years prior to that. I have a masters degree in Clinical Social work and work with individuals, couples and families. I work with those with anxiety, depression, communication issues, and most issues that we are going through currently.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brandi Lander

Brandi Lander

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockton, IL


“My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, helping individuals identify their resilience, build on their existing strengths and move toward becoming the best version of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alison Miller

Alison Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a safe, compassionate, space which promotes an environment centered around loving-kindness, empathic understanding, growth, and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Brower

James Brower

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a space that feels warm, relaxed, and real. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Aurora, IL

Finding addiction therapists in Aurora starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, compulsive behaviors, relapse prevention, and co-occurring concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match what you want to work on. Some therapists use approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with a prescriber when medication management is part of the care plan.

In a mid-size city like Aurora, you may find a mix of local office-based therapists and virtual options across the surrounding area. Virtual care can expand your choices if you want a specific approach, a therapist with addiction experience, or appointment times that fit your schedule. It may also help to review whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers flexible scheduling, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can show how they describe recovery, harm reduction, communication style, and experience supporting people with substance use or behavioral addiction concerns.

Therapy in Aurora can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you find addiction therapists, shows estimated costs after you enter your insurance details, and lets you book directly when you find a fit. You can browse therapists, compare bios, and choose care that matches your needs, schedule, and coverage.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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