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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Downers Grove, IL

Recovery from addiction takes professional support tailored to your needs. In Downers Grove, Headway provides access to 713 providers trained in relapse prevention, dual diagnosis treatment, and community reinforcement approaches. Providers offer free consultations and are often available within two weeks.

Miguel Lopez

Miguel Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My passion is helping people heal from past trauma, mental health challenges, or substance abuse issues caused by life stressors and other factors.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvette Medina

Yvette Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I will be my clients biggest advocate, and your support, we will laugh and celebrate accomplishments that you will make in our sessions together, from the biggest to the smallest.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monday Ogbeibor

Monday Ogbeibor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Current clients describe me as a great listener, and I love to give ample time to truly hear what you've been feeling so we can come up with the right plan of action.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jeff Fish

Jeff Fish

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work closely with my clients to understand their unique experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Sakach

Danielle Sakach

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“In therapy, Dani does not take a "one size fits all" approach, but often uses existential, experiential, and explorative methods to help clients create change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Kari Weiterschan

Dr. Kari Weiterschan

Psychologist

Virtual • Palatine, IL


“I strive to understand my clients lived experiences from an empathic and non-judgemental perspective.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Fehr

Patricia Fehr

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, IL


“My approach to therapy with clients is collaborative and solution focused... support you as you make needed adjustments.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Reagan-Vorasorn

Mary Reagan-Vorasorn

Therapist

Virtual • Naperville, IL


“I believe in a person's inherent healing potential. My goal is to create a safe space where your story will be heard with the utmost compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Dusty

Alisha Dusty

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about working with adults who feel like their past is negatively affecting their present.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Giselle Navarro

Giselle Navarro

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I recognize the impact of trauma on individuals and create a safe, supportive environment where you can openly share your experiences without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Pollyanna Vujovic

Pollyanna Vujovic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to make a real difference in patients' lives with comprehensive, compassionate care in a relaxed setting.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Thomas Ivey

Thomas Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Drawing from my own journey of personal growth, I'll help you develop mental resilience, enhance emotional regulation, and find calm amidst life's challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Kendall

Danielle Kendall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Lenox, IL


“Patients often describe my style as thorough, collaborative, and easy to talk to, and I'm committed to helping each person understand their options and feel supported in their treatment journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Matthew Meier

Matthew Meier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Growth won't always be comfortable, but I strive to make the therapeutic relationship genuine and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Allyn Daly

Allyn Daly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect sessions to center on and affirm their lived experiences, needs, and empowerment of their identities, abilities, and bodies.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phillip Barker

Phillip Barker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I have been practicing since 2012, after being clinically trained at Loyola University Chicago, where I spent extensive time working with both adolescents and adults.

I have been helping clients globally with a variety of issues in my core areas of expertise, including addiction, mood disorders, and identity issues.

I am also certified in Financial Social Work, bridging my passions for personal finance and emotional well-being.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Judith Sheldon

Judith Sheldon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Joliet, IL


Choosing the right provider is a big step, and I'm here to offer a unique blend of expertise and genuine support. I'm a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), and a Certified Advanced Practice Addictions Nurse. What does this mean for you? It means I can offer truly integrated care, understanding how your physical and mental health are connected, and providing specialized support for addiction.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brandi Rhoads

Brandi Rhoads

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Healthcare is more than treating acute and chronic conditions. We will treat the whole person—mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joshua Andre

Joshua Andre

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


As a licensed clinical social worker, I work with adolescents and young adults to find meaning and purpose while working through the mental barriers that have created challenges in their lives. I specialize in working with adolescents, addictions, men's issues, depression and anxiety.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chidinma Nwankwo

Chidinma Nwankwo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“She prioritizes building a solid therapeutic relationship with her patients based on trust, empathy, and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melody Linnear

Melody Linnear

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to weave your unique needs, story, and values into every step of our work together, so counseling feels both meaningful and personally yours.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frances Morken

Frances Morken

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a compassionate therapist specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), helping clients build balance, resilience, and emotional clarity.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elwin Trammell

Elwin Trammell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am trauma- and PTSD-informed, and I have extensive training in treating trauma. My approach to therapy is holistic...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marcus Murphy

Marcus Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My core values—adaptability, open-mindedness, and honesty—guide how I connect with others and respond to challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Sims

Brittany Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with individuals who may continue to feel gripped by grief, trapped by trauma, or down with depression.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vince Cieslak

Vince Cieslak

Therapist

Virtual • Naperville, IL


“I have specialized expertise in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, particularly in addressing relationship issues and providing trans-affirming care.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Warren Bowles

Warren Bowles

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“It's my job to come up with a game plan that works so you can reach your personal goals, it's not your job to get on board with my game plan.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Calvin Young

Dr. Calvin Young

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use an eclectic approach that provides patients with e-therapy care that is collaborative and integrative-scaffolded by the best ideas and concepts from nutritional psychology and neuropsychological research.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Fernanda Cutrone Krumm, Lpc/Lmhc/Lcpc

Fernanda Cutrone Krumm, Lpc/Lmhc/Lcpc

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I practice psychotherapy in a way that resists fragmentation - you are not a set of symptoms, a diagnosis, a singular system, a metric, a piece of data.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Garland

Jennifer Garland

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy should feel like a safe space where you are met with warmth, honesty, and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Shakita Johnson

Shakita Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Palos Park, IL


“I am passionate about discussing more than medication as treatment as I feel it takes more than medicine to develop a balanced, comfortable lifestyle.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Beth Kuhny

Beth Kuhny

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“By utilizing a harm reduction lens, we can explore goals like cutting back, quitting, or simply understanding your use.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melissa Miller

Melissa Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize a collaborative, strengths-based perspective focused on partnership in order to help you reach your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Moreno

Elizabeth Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in sexual health & sexual dysfunctions, process addiction, substance use, anxiety, and grief.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Deborah Oludemi

Deborah Oludemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oak Forest, IL


“My approach to providing care is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and a deep respect for each client's unique journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 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 5 insurance carriers
Musediq Ismail

Musediq Ismail

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative and patient-centered. I strive to meet people where they are, guide them with evidence-based interventions, and empower them to take an active role in their mental wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Beverly Maier

Beverly Maier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use different approaches which we will explore together what works for you. We may do breathing exercise, explore letting go, self-care or move to a new chapter depending what your goals are.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Barry Daly

Barry Daly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I dig for a deeper understanding of others by exploring for an understanding of their hidden psychological messages.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Da Som (DS) Seo

Da Som (DS) Seo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that growth is always possible.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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