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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Elgin, IL

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Elgin, IL

Elgin residents can access compassionate postpartum care through Headway's network of 709 licensed providers. Whether you prefer virtual or in-person sessions, many providers offer free initial consultations. Headway works with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Yusra Al-Shawaf

Yusra Al-Shawaf

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“She graduated from Columbia University and worked for many years in hospice care, so has a special interest in grief, loss and chronic illnesses.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Zoe Skowronski

Zoe Skowronski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative and client-centered—I meet clients where they are and focus on what feels most important to them in the moment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Chaunta Love

Chaunta Love

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“It is my belief that through empowering ourselves to face life's challenges we can heal, grow, and learn how to be our Best Self in this world.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rashid A. Raja

Dr. Rashid A. Raja

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I firmly believe that my pragmatic therapeutic style and clinically proven treatment approaches can be highly instrumental in helping you learn effective ways to resolve your emotional pain...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kandyce McConico

Kandyce McConico

Therapist

Virtual • Gurnee, IL


“I specialize in helping individuals and couples meet their needs for connection. I apply well-researched principles of relationship, attachment, and communication to help you explore the impact of childhood trauma and past relationships on your...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley

Dr. Nicola Roache Ashley

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have specialty training in dialectical behavior therapy to teach patient skills to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Marcia Washington

Dr. Marcia Washington

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I take a unique, integrative approach to mental health care. Whether you’re a child or adolescent navigating anxiety and ADHD or a veteran or 1st responder managing stress and emotional challenges, I tailor my care to your individual needs. I combine Eastern herbs, nutritional supplements, prescription medications, and personalized nutrition plans to create a treatment model as unique as you are.

My goal is to help you build confidence, improve focus, and achieve balance in all areas of life—whether that’s excelling at school, enhancing job performance, or strengthening relationships. Together, we’ll create a path toward emotional well-being and a healthier, more fulfilling life.

My educational journey reflects my commitment to integrative and holistic care. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in biological and nursing sciences, a Master’s in acupuncture science, and a Doctorate in chiropractic medicine from the National University of Health Sciences, where I developed a strong foundation in Eastern medicine and natural therapies. I am a double board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in family and psychiatric mental health.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renecha Dorsey

Renecha Dorsey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained in the Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Model.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Tomkowiak

Jessica Tomkowiak

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Feeling like you’re carrying the weight of it all? As women and mothers, we often juggle endless to-do lists, emotional labor, and the invisible “mental load” that keeps everything running yet leaves little room for ourselves. You might be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or guilty for not doing “enough,” even when you’re giving your all. I work with women who are ready to release the constant pressure to manage it all and reconnect with themselves again. Together, we’ll explore what balance, peace, and fulfillment actually look like for you. My goal is to help you feel grounded, capable, and more like yourself again.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marisol Glover

Marisol Glover

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


Dailey Psychiatry provides telehealth psychiatric care. We specialize in psychiatric treatment of a diverse range of conditions and serving clients in various stages of life, starting from ages 6-65. Dailey Psychiatry offers psychiatric evaluations, medication management, holistic treatment, emotional support, interpersonal therapy, as well as school consultations and evaluations.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Takeya McCarthy-McDonald

Takeya McCarthy-McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am so very passionate about helping people address their experiences, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may be holding them back from becoming the best version of themselves.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monica Alvarez

Monica Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming your challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Infertility
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Allison Martinez

Allison Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a licensed clinical social worker, clinical supervisor, and psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, emotional distress, and life transitions.

My career has included work in schools, outpatient counseling centers, and hospital settings, where I supported individuals facing mood disorders, addiction, and psychosis. I’ve worked with clients across the lifespan—from young children to older adults—and bring a broad, real-world perspective to my practice.

As a certified trainer in trauma-informed care, I use practical, effective tools to help you better understand your emotional responses, regulate stress, and feel more grounded. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your specific needs. I draw from a range of therapeutic techniques to help you gain insight, shift patterns, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Clients often tell me that our work together helps them feel less overwhelmed, more self-aware, and better able to cope with life’s challenges. I strive to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and comfortable being yourself.

Some of the feedback that I received from clients are:

"You give me a perspective so I don’t get stuck and I realize I don’t have to solve it all at once

"You have forever affected how I look at things in a positive way"

"You changed how I look at things. I know I can do it, so I achieve it. The re-parenting thing gives me a way to understand people and myself."

"You help people be comfortable in their own skin."

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lysa Cage

Lysa Cage

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My person-centered approach to therapy will help you develop insight into symptom management resulting from feelings of anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anna Finkelshtein

Anna Finkelshtein

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am described by clients and colleagues as direct, active in session and warm, and I place an emphasis on challenging my clients to achieve their goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominika Ventucci

Dominika Ventucci

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in working towards helping clients live their best lives as opposed to just avoid suffering by reducing symptoms.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jasmine Ouedraogo

Jasmine Ouedraogo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I employ a thoughtful and adaptive communication style designed to foster a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Josi Martinez

Josi Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My counseling style is collaborative, direct, and compassionate so that you can be authentic, feel heard, overcome obstacles and discover your strengths.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tamika Manson

Tamika Manson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize an integrative approach that respects every part of who you are mentally, spiritually, and physically.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rachele Maheu

Rachele Maheu

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Sometimes, taking the first step is the hardest, but with gentle support and determination, anything is possible.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carla Pate-Dohrman

Carla Pate-Dohrman

Therapist

Virtual • St. Charles, IL


“I enjoy working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, emotion expression, and other life challenges.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amy St Luce

Dr. Amy St Luce

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m Amy — a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 23 years of experience helping adults build confidence, manage anxiety, and find clarity in their next steps. I believe mental health is the foundation for happiness and stability. I earned my Doctor of Social Work from the University of California and my Master’s from Loyola University Chicago.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jenny Maguire

Jenny Maguire

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • O'Fallon, IL


Hi there, Jenny here! I believe therapy is about learning how to bend without breaking. I specialize in working with individuals and couples facing trauma, chronic stress, and high-demand roles like military, first responder, high level executives AND those that care for them. These are the people that are usually holding it all together for others!

I have a special connection to these populations as an Air Force brat, Air Force Veteran, and Air Force Spouse - quite literally not a day of my life untouched by the military! I have more than 20 years' experience working with children, youth, families and couples around their life challenges and transitions.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Starwood

Ashley Starwood

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Self-discovery is a journey that many people find themselves struggling to understand... I want to help you find the love and the light within your relationships and self in order to help you create and mold a better YOU.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dorothy Kruczek

Dorothy Kruczek

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello and thank you for being here! My name is Dorota, but I go by Dorothy. I am a wife, mom of 2 beautiful little girls and one furry, four-legged girl, and trauma therapist. I obtained my MSW in 2020 and LCSW in 2025 and have worked with all folks of all ages. My speciality is trauma, but anyone who is going through some challenges, life transitions, or just hard times right now can reach out to see if I would be a good fit.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Paige Christian

Paige Christian

Therapist

Virtual • Canton, IL


“I help women caught in cycles of depression, anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism and use therapy as an opportunity to explore and find emotional healing, confidence, strength, and purpose.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Swati Bajpai

Swati Bajpai

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Swati seeks to empower individuals through validation, exploration of meaning of life and identifying their unique strengths and coping skills.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 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
Sarah Pender-Bey

Sarah Pender-Bey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm especially passionate about supporting women and multicultural clients who may feel underrepresented in therapeutic spaces.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brenda Hernandez

Dr. Brenda Hernandez

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. My training includes a pre-doctoral fellowship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology at Dallas Medical Center. For over 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate challenges, discover strengths, and create meaningful change. I’m fluent in Spanish and deeply value providing a welcoming space for Spanish-speaking clients and families. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care—I strive to meet clients where they are and support them in building resilience and lasting well-being

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rebecca Burda

Rebecca Burda

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have more than ten years experience providing services to individuals age 4 to 60+, with my primary practice focus working with children and adolescents, young adults, and parents/caregivers. I am a Certified Parent Peer Support Specialist in addition to my clinical licensure. I have experience working with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, etc. I have also worked with individuals with mild to moderate cognitive disabilities in addition to their mental health diagnoses.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Darche

Stephanie Darche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, IL


Hello! I’m Stephanie Darche, MA, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor(LCPC). My therapeutic style is empowering, nonjudgmental, warm, genuine and down to earth.

I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience in working with clients with concerns related to anxiety, depression, parenting, family conflict, communication, LGBTQI+, child/adolescent adjustment, behavior and mood disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, ADHD, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tianna Hammond

Tianna Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a Black Female Therapist, I understand how important it is to feel truly seen and understood in therapy.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Loren Weese

Loren Weese

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a safe, supportive space where every person feels heard, respected, and empowered to share their story without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaisey Braun

Kaisey Braun

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create that same safe and supportive space for my clients, knowing firsthand how transformative it can be.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lydia Schatzel

Lydia Schatzel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a honest direct therapist who will challenge you, using only positive reinforcement, positive intention, because that is how you get the positive outcome!”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christine Young

Christine Young

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My decision to become a therapist was rooted in my desire to create a safe space for Black and Brown clients wanting to share their therapeutic experience with someone who looked liked them.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pharalyn Robinson

Pharalyn Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that healing and growth begin with courage - the courage to show up, be seen, and nurture the parts of yourself that are ready to bloom.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan McCoy

Susan McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Having been in the mental health field for 20 years, I have acquired a variety of skills that weave a wonderful fabric of healing for clients.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Pierson

Melinda Pierson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is for you to understand yourself so you can be empowered to make the changes you feel will lead to happiness, fulfillment and peace in your life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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