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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Crystal Lake, IL

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Crystal Lake, IL

Crystal Lake families seeking postpartum support can connect with specialized providers on Headway's platform. Our 710 licensed providers offer talk therapy and medication management to address postpartum mental health concerns. Book a free consultation today and start your wellness journey.

Debra Baran

Debra Baran

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away • Crystal Lake, IL


“I am very passionate about educating my clients about stress management skills, mindfulness, and the food-mood connection.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Scarmardo

Kathryn Scarmardo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Crystal Lake, IL


“First responders, military, and their families are also a population that I have passion for working with in therapy.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Reanna Yarveicy

Reanna Yarveicy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Lake in the Hills, IL


Hi! I am Reanna. I work with adults, families, couples and children navigating anxiety disorders, AD/HD, relationship stress, and life transitions. I specialize in anxiety disorders and families with children. I create a fun, calm environment that is suited to encourage exploration and learning. My approach is warm, yet challenging at times. Book an intake session today!

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jenna McLaughlin

Jenna McLaughlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Algonquin, IL


“I specialize in evidence-based counseling approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT).”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelley Johnson

Shelley Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Ringwood, IL


“I believe that mental wellness is a journey; and if one is willing to put in the effort, anything can be achieved.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Barrington, IL


“I believe everyone has the inner strength to grow and thrive. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“I believe in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness as a provider. I focus on treating the whole person, not just their symptoms.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Oneafolu

Mary Oneafolu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Palatine, IL


“I work with the whole client, body, mind, and spirit, to facilitate change and achieve emotional balance and well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mihaela Vladu

Mihaela Vladu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shannon Daly

Shannon Daly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I believe healing is not just about alleviating symptoms but about discovering a more meaningful and connected way of being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Geneva, IL


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change when provided with the right support, encouragement, and environment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Habibat Owolabi

Habibat Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Naperville, IL


“Clients describe my style as warm, approachable, and empowering. Together, we'll work toward growth, healing, and lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ngozi Eboru

Ngozi Eboru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Naperville, IL


“I strongly value collaboration and partner closely with my patients to support meaningful, lasting progress.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lilian Contin

Lilian Contin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Batavia, IL


“I believe mental health is a cornerstone of well-being, reflecting the deep interplay between our emotional experiences, physical health, and life circumstances.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Myriah Vargo

Myriah Vargo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Hinsdale, IL


“My treatment style matches your personality and symptoms, with my quick sense of humor and proven techniques that will maximize effectiveness.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Douglas DeRhodes

Douglas DeRhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Western Springs, IL


“I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Joslyn Jelinek

Joslyn Jelinek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“The day to day world is field work and what we do during our session is work and revise new strategies to use during field work.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Lauren Howard

Lauren Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • 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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stacy Koch

Stacy Koch

Therapist

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


“Creating a safe and validating space is fundamental to my practice. I deeply value collaboration and strength-building...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Hildred Amegashie

Hildred Amegashie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Plainfield, IL


“My approach to providing care is compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic. I believe in treating each client as a whole person...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
May Alirad

May Alirad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I offer a Strength-Based approach to therapy that encourages women, children, and adolescents to rediscover a newfound sense of hope, joy, and peace of mind.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bayo Agbolade

Bayo Agbolade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Crestwood, IL


“I'm dedicated to being a caring advocate for mental health and making a positive impact in the lives of my clients.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nadia Bhatti

Nadia Bhatti

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a South-Asian therapist, I understand the cultural nuances and stigma surrounding mental health in our communities.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Julianna Sliger

Julianna Sliger

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in helping adults just like you reclaim their well-being, build lasting self-esteem, manage anxiety and depression, and process all forms of grief.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paige Fleeman

Paige Fleeman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe that every person has unique strengths...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Benjamin De La Torre

Benjamin De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients using a humanistic solution focused approach incorporating mindfulness and exploring the clients' experiences and how they can re-write the story of their lives by their design.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vania Johnson

Vania Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a special interest in working with parents of neurodivergent children, recognizing the unique joys and emotional complexities that accompany raising a child with autism or ADHD, or both.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Creamer-Tate

Mary Creamer-Tate

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am empathetic and approachable. My goal is to support clients in a non-judgmental and relatable way as they reach their goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maggie Adrian

Maggie Adrian

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I approach therapy in a collaborative and compassionate way, creating a safe space where clients can feel supported as they explore their inner world. I believe that each client is the expert of their own life, and my role is to guide, support, and provide tools to help you connect with your strengths and insights. My work is trauma-informed and integrates a variety of techniques, including internal family systems, somatic methods, inner child work, strengths-based narratives, CBT, experiential approaches, and clinical hypnosis.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Foster

Emily Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm and empathic, welcoming your whole self into the work. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to help you feel more grounded and supported...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Khaledpour

Sara Khaledpour

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My clients describe me as a compassionate, good communication skills, encouraging and cultural competence.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mistie Drews

Mistie Drews

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I also personally understand how difficult anxiety and life's challenges can feel, which helps me show up with empathy, honesty, and compassion.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ijeoma Ukachukwu

Dr. Ijeoma Ukachukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that good psychiatric care goes beyond prescribing. I take time to understand your full picture — your sleep, your stress, your daily routines, your relationships, and your life context — so that the support I offer is grounded in who you...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Wyant

Heather Wyant

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am committed to working together with you, helping you to meet life's challenges and reach your goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ethel Gugenheim

Ethel Gugenheim

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working in the mental health field 6+years. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages, navigating trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, and complex life transitions. My background includes clinical, school-based, and higher-level care settings, which allows me to understand how emotional challenges show up across different environments and stages of life.

I specialize in trauma-informed care and work with clients who feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from themselves or others. My training includes CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and I have completed specialized training working with betrayal Trauma and sex addiction through IITAP. I am especially experienced in supporting clients who have complex cases and/ or deep rooted negative beliefs helping them to build stability, insight, and resilience in a way that feels sustainable and empowering.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisamarie Murdoch

Lisamarie Murdoch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I am committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and nonjudgmental care in a safe and welcoming environment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Beth Davison

Beth Davison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to make lasting, positive changes in their lives.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Jackson

Lauren Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a Black woman, mother, caregiver, and mental health professional, I understand how culture, family expectations, life experiences, and multiple responsibilities can impact emotional wellness.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Suzanne Martinez

Suzanne Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m Suzanne. I approach this work with intention and respect. When you sit across from me—even virtually—you have my full attention. My style is direct, honest, and grounded. I won’t overreact, and I won’t minimize your experience. I believe in your capacity to grow, and at times I will challenge you—with care and purpose—to help you move forward.

You can expect steadiness, discretion, and a focus on meaningful change, not just endless processing. Therapy is an investment of your time, energy, and trust, and I take that seriously. My goal is to support you in making real, lasting progress with clarity and confidence.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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