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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Elgin, IL

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Elgin, IL

Headway connects Elgin residents with 2,126 licensed trauma and PTSD specialists offering evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks to support your trauma recovery journey.

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 6 insurance carriers
Jensen Crenshaw

Jensen Crenshaw

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I show up to that complexity with warmth, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person's unique emotional world.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Hazel Patel

Hazel Patel

Therapist

Virtual • Carol Stream, IL


“For over 9 years, I have worked with adults who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, intrusive thoughts, emotional overwhelm, and difficulty managing relationships or family stress.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lilia Meschbach

Lilia Meschbach

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“She believes meaningful change happens when clients feel truly seen and understood, and she works alongside them to explore patterns...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paul Fairbanks

Paul Fairbanks

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is supportive, flexible, and grounded, with a focus on helping you feel safe enough to explore, strong enough to grow...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sam Shabsin

Sam Shabsin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring an energetic, warm, and direct approach to therapy. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel supported while also feeling empowered to grow.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Atkins

Daniel Atkins

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“He works with trauma conditioning in all forms and offers a safe, compassionate space to explore your issues and uncover the roots of your distress.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Polly Vaughn

Polly Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I see therapy as art. My passion in life is to help individuals with various concerns and assists them with the help needed to create their personal canvas.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Victoria Victorenko

Victoria Victorenko

Therapist

Virtual • Westmont, IL


“I believe in holding space for the whole person, not just the symptoms, and I aim to help women feel heard, supported, and empowered as they navigate motherhood and beyond.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenneth Leggin

Kenneth Leggin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Self-determination is key to a fulfilling life. My approach is to assist clients with unlocking the door of their potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jimmy Escobar

Jimmy Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Coming from a background in law enforcement, I tend to use police metaphors to help illustrate important points.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Latoya Johnson-Foster

Latoya Johnson-Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Olympia Fields, IL


“I enjoy working with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds to help them develop healthy coping skills to deal with the most challenging issues in their lives.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilary Tolson

Hilary Tolson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My hope for you is to help enhance well-being, build self-awareness, restore emotional balance and foster healing and acceptance.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelly Lewin

Shelly Lewin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


⭐ I’m Shelly Lewin, LCSW/LICSW, a therapist with 31 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, identity issues, and major life transitions. I provide virtual therapy across Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, New Mexico, and West Virginia, offering accessible, evidence‐based care to clients seeking meaningful and lasting change. I have 30+ years of experience in private practice and leadership roles at organizations including:

  • The Joint Commission
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Common Spirit
  • Mount Sinai Health System

This background allows me to offer deep clinical expertise paired with practical, real‐world understanding of how people heal and grow. My approach is warm, collaborative, open‐minded, and affirming. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, I’m here to walk beside you with steady support and clinically grounded guidance. I specialize in therapy for adults experiencing:

  • Anxiety & panic disorders
  • Depression & mood disorders
  • PTSD and trauma recovery
  • Substance use and addiction
  • LGBTQIA+ affirmative care
  • Men’s issues & identity exploration
  • Life and career transitions
  • Chronic illness & long-term stress

Additional areas of expertise include: Bipolar disorder, OCD, grief & loss, workplace stress, anger management, cultural/ethnic identity issues, expat adjustment, relationship issues, family challenges, and end-of-life concerns

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ariana Sandoval

Ariana Sandoval

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plainfield, IL


“I combine integrative methods with psychopharmacology and psychotherapeutic modalities to address complex mental health difficulties and treat them successfully.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aidarina Basarudin-Pigott

Aidarina Basarudin-Pigott

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Aida, with qualities like knowledge, patience, warmth, and empathy, connects with clients of all ages, including the resistant.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Osmanski

Maria Osmanski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is practical, approachable, and collaborative. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), acceptance-based strategies, and solution-focused techniques...”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kevin McClure

Kevin McClure

Therapist

Virtual • Peoria, IL


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centered, and growth-oriented. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership—one where clients feel empowered to explore their experiences openly while also being challenged toward...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Akisha Russell

Akisha Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I founded The Answer Within because I believe the answers you're searching for are already within you.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tessa Derecho

Tessa Derecho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“She believes healing doesn't always have to be heavy, and that laughter can be part of the therapeutic journey too.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tracy "Lani" Takaki

Tracy "Lani" Takaki

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in maintaining a healthy body-mind connection and prioritizing self-care, mindfulness, and compassion as key to happiness and living a fulfilling life.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mustapha Olugbile

Mustapha Olugbile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in providing the best quality care using evidence-based practice that includes medication management and therapeutic sessions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Olalekan Fapohunda

Dr. Olalekan Fapohunda

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mokena, IL


“My goal is to help you get back to your optimal mental health by bringing you back to a place where you can do your work, take care of things at home, or get along with other people without any difficulty.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kyla Donovan

Kyla Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in taking a holistic mind/body/spirit approach when it comes to treating mental health and focus on creating greater harmony between these aspects of an individual's life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Corby Jackson

Corby Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is centered around empowering you to discover and affirm your true self, guided by the purpose you seek in life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Zadelek

Michelle Zadelek

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in mood and anxiety, eating disorders, and take a warm, supportive, and gently challenging approach to therapy.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Mitchell

Robert Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, collaborative, and authentic—I believe healing happens through genuine connection, reflection, and creative expression.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Dyer

Christina Dyer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic approach is honest, direct, and caring. I draw on various evidence-based therapies to create a personalized treatment plan that best suits your unique needs and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samekquel Mcgill

Samekquel Mcgill

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm and inviting and occasionally humorous. I believe that you are an expert in your life...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelli Louden

Kelli Louden

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that everyone deserves to live full healthy lives, free of past trauma, hurt and pain that can impact our lives in negative ways.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jorge Bonilla

Jorge Bonilla

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a solution-focused therapist who believes that connection and communication are essential for lasting change.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Senami Edalere-Lukula

Senami Edalere-Lukula

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bolingbrook, IL


“Each treatment plan is individualized and designed to improve daily functioning, emotional stability, and overall well-being.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bethany Vanne

Bethany Vanne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dunlap, IL


“My passion is to come alongside broken and hurting people as they begin their journeys of healing and growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amber Drake

Amber Drake

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I love to empower my clients to move towards the things, passions and people that are meaningful in their life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Maya Hampton

Maya Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am passionate about cultural healing, incorporating mental health with affirmation statements, movement and trauma-informed education.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bridget DeLuca

Dr. Bridget DeLuca

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I feel it is important to establish a welcoming and comfortable environment and develop a collaborative relationship with my clients.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Julia Blum

Julia Blum

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-life experience. We'll work together to help you reconnect with yourself and make meaningful changes.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicole Lewis

Nicole Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based. I tailor treatment to your unique needs...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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