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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Downers Grove, IL

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Downers Grove, IL

Living with PTSD or unresolved trauma doesn't have to be a solitary journey. In Downers Grove, Headway offers flexible therapy options including trauma-focused CBT, exposure therapy, and relaxation training to help you process difficult experiences. Work with compassionate providers who understand trauma recovery, with sessions available as soon as tomorrow.

Jean Hendrix

Jean Hendrix

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“Let's identify negative thoughts and feelings that lead to anxiety and depression and replace them with positive self-talk.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Svatos

Kristen Svatos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • 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...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Charles Davitt

Charles Davitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chicago, IL


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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xochitl Gonzalez

Xochitl Gonzalez

Therapist

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


“I believe that healing requires a holistic, grounded approach. My practice is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Buck

Lynn Buck

Therapist

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


“I work with clients using a warm and empathetic non-clinical style that treats you like I would want to be treated - as a human being that just wants a little help, not as broken or a diagnosis.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Aleks Kico

Aleks Kico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Inverness, IL


“Therapy, at its best, is not about blame or quick fixes, it's about clarity, responsibility, and learning how to move forward with strength and purpose.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hannah Schupbach

Hannah Schupbach

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work from a person-centered and relational approach. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself is key for success.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Aderonke Oshibajo

Dr. Aderonke Oshibajo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Rolling Mdws, IL


“I am deeply committed to a holistic care philosophy that acknowledges and respects the intricate tapestry of physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects that make you unique.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Georgia Angelakos

Georgia Angelakos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am an unapologetic "brain nerd" and our sessions will likely end up delving into some aspects of neurobiology.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cynthia Cruz

Cynthia Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I attempt provide a space that is safe in order to help clients feel at ease to discuss their story...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Speier

Sara Speier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and major life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maria Perez

Maria Perez

Therapist

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


“In the therapy room I am warm and caring, however I am also very direct as I find this is necessary for self reflection and growth.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francois Jolie

Francois Jolie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I help those who have not been successful with therapy in the past... those who have experienced trauma, those who self-medicate their trauma...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bayo Agbolade

Bayo Agbolade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Crestwood, IL


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

Kerry Ito

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Kerry specializes in guiding individuals toward reclaiming their joy and inner peace through profound spiritual growth practices.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ali Vernasco

Ali Vernasco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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
Liz Black

Liz Black

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“With previous clinical and leadership experience in behavioral health and eating disorder treatment settings, I bring both expertise and empathy to our work together.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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 14 insurance carriers
Durrell Sheppard

Durrell Sheppard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I prioritize helping clients identify personalized treatment goals and supporting them in understanding their emotions, relationships, behaviors, and thoughts.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Mallory Cybulski

Mallory Cybulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work exclusively with women and the LGBTQIA+ community. While I may specialize in men's issues when it comes to my personal life, it is not an area of my clinical expertise.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cameron Stamm

Cameron Stamm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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 5 insurance carriers
Shawn Nowotnik

Shawn Nowotnik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I can provide you with a therapeutic relationship that will feel safe and collaborative so that it can serve as the basis for healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Amira Farrag

Dr. Amira Farrag

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Eddie Taylor

Dr. Eddie Taylor

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • 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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My approach is promotes the mind-body connection, empowering my clients to live an embodied and fulfilled life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • 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 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Lubelchek

Jennifer Lubelchek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I prioritize the therapeutic relationship; you can expect my style to be warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather Stample

Heather Stample

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Oswego, IL


“My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and client-centered. I believe you are the expert of your own story...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lise Schiffer

Lise Schiffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • 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.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Anne Zakaras

Anne Zakaras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Chicago, IL


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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chartiece Walker

Chartiece Walker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My goal from our very first conversation is to make sure you feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Frankfort, IL


Dr. Idowu Oshokoya DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Chicago, IL. He works with adolescents, adults, and older adults, and provides care for patients who are battling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolars, and other mental disorders. Idowu studied at Walden University, He has extensive training and 10 years of experience with behavioral health.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I have always been interested in clients' cultural backgrounds and am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French and German.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Yisroel Goodman

Yisroel Goodman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Skokie, IL


“I help clients heal from old wounds, strengthen their relationships, and reconnect with their authentic selves.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Macias

Jessica Macias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Orland Park, IL


I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 13 years of experience. I am Latina and bilingual in Spanish. I graduated from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology with a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology. I have worked as a therapist in a variety of clinical settings. I have provided individual therapy, couples therapy, and family therapy in a private practice setting and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kanika Shirole

Kanika Shirole

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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 10 insurance carriers
Dr. William Jones

Dr. William Jones

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Depth psychology emphasizes the importance of exploring both the conscious and unconscious aspects of the mind.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenelle Hoyt

Jenelle Hoyt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Orland Park, IL


“My approach integrates a multiplicity of practices such as Solution-Focused, Cognitive-Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing and Psychodynamic interventions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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