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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Aurora, IL

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Aurora, IL

Headway connects Aurora residents with trauma-informed providers experienced in EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure to help process intrusive memories and nightmares. Our network of 1,993 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, often available within days.

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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ali Vernasco

Ali Vernasco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I have over 11 years experience in the field of Social Work, with a passion for helping my clients work through difficult life transitions, trauma, gender, and grief.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Claudio Altman

Dr. Claudio Altman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I strongly believe in establishing a relationship of equals and mutual respect between therapist and client; one that leads to a guided journey of self-discovery and change.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Chung

Jessica Chung

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


I am a board-certified registered art therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. I have worked in non-profit organizations, providing counseling services to young children adolescents, and adults.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hardik Kotak

Hardik Kotak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I am a queer, immigrant, gender non-conforming therapist focusing on trauma, identity-struggles, neurodiversity and personality disorders.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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!”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cameron Stamm

Cameron Stamm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


Cameron works to empower clients as they move towards their goals of their healing journeys. She values care, and trust within the therapeutic process to create a safe space for clients to foster growth with intentionality. Cameron's support is backed by ove 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and parents, families.

Cameron specializes in integrating relational, play-based, somatic, narrative, feminist, and values based work. She is committed to inclusive, culturally responsive care and her collaborative approach centers mutuality, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Taletha Brown

Taletha Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Homewood, IL


“My style is compassionate, supportive, and goal-oriented, helping clients feel heard while working toward lasting change.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 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.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Barney Straus

Barney Straus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in helping people recover from additions and compulsive behaviors, such as online porn use and gambling.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacob Bobrow

Jacob Bobrow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lincolnwood, IL


“I believe healing is about aligning mind, body, and daily life with the future you deserve and the goals you seek to achieve.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I think clients will develop their own voice, intrapersonally and with others; establish a place to emote; discover solutions to problems.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Amira Farrag

Dr. Amira Farrag

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I view therapy as a collaborative experience grounded in curiosity and authenticity. I tend to be a direct therapist.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Eddie Taylor

Dr. Eddie Taylor

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My theoretical and philosophical perspective is to work with the unconscious, using EMDR and Jungian/analytical psychology, helping the patient to live their best life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laila Ashkazari

Laila Ashkazari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“Laila's clinical approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected to enact change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katy Bombard

Katy Bombard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Palos Heights, IL


“I work to create a warm and safe environment where individuals can be free to share without judgement.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brent Hope

Brent Hope

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“Helping people overcome the challenges of difficult emotions like guilt, shame, or any of life's stressors, starts with reconnecting them to their inherent worth.”
PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
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.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kenisha Davis

Kenisha Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • South Holland, IL


“You can expect to leave the session feeling understood, empowered, and with a clear roadmap for your journey toward better mental health and wellness.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nathalia Lopez

Nathalia Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Barrington, IL


“My therapy approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I integrate Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT),...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brian Flores

Dr. Brian Flores

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I truly believe that with support and understanding, you have the ability and resilience to achieve your goals of wellness and health.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hope Barnes

Hope Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lansing, IL


“I believe healing begins when we feel seen, heard, and supported. As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where growth is nurtured, stories are honored, and hope is restored.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Ross

Stephanie Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grayslake, IL


“Teaching tangible skills in session for clients to take home and utilize to address identified problematic symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shelley Johnson

Shelley Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ringwood, IL


“I believe that mental wellness is a journey; and if one is willing to put in the effort, anything can be achieved.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jerry Blecha

Jerry Blecha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


“I have worked extensively with alcoholics and adult children of alcoholics and run groups for the adult children of alcoholic population.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lisa Pearson

Lisa Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bourbonnais, IL


“It's a priority of mine that each individual I meet with leaves a session feeling heard, respected, and their feelings validated.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mihaela Vladu

Mihaela Vladu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.

Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.

I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.

I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.

Areas of Expertise:

• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety​/​psychotic disorders)

• MAT: Buprenorphine​/​Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning

• Alcohol​/​Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)

• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis

• Residential​/​PHP​/​IOP programmed care & step-down planning

• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tricia Cervantes

Tricia Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Princeton, IL


“I am committed to creating a supportive, compassionate space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered in their healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Monet Mclendon

Monet Mclendon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, judgment-free space where clients can show up authentically and begin healing at their own pace.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Cooper

Jennifer Cooper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My approach to care is rooted in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a deep commitment to helping each person feel seen, heard, and supported.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Allen

Sarah Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is gentle, person‐centered, and strengths‐based, using solution‐focused and cognitive behavioral techniques to help young people feel more confident, understood, and connected with themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eunice Buckner Boone

Eunice Buckner Boone

Therapist

Virtual • Urbana, IL


“My approach is natural and organic... much of my therapy is experience plus knowledge becoming wisdom...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sophie Mbua

Sophie Mbua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a partnership with my clients to help them succeed at their goals and get the outcome that works best for them.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
LaToya Tanniehill

LaToya Tanniehill

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative. I draw on evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques—always tailoring our work to fit your unique needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Jessica Lomas

Dr. Jessica Lomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I incorporate elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems theory, attachment-based interventions, and skills-focused behavioral strategies...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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