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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Illinois

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Illinois

Navigating postpartum mental health challenges doesn't have to be overwhelming. Headway connects Illinois residents with 698 licensed providers experienced in postpartum-related concerns through flexible virtual or in-person sessions. With insurance coverage and an average savings of 75% on sessions, quality care is accessible when you need it most.

Janet Dowell

Janet Dowell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize a client centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused and psychodynamic techniques while also incorporating creativity including art, writing, and play to express feelings that are not always easy to...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Alana Friedlander

Dr. Alana Friedlander

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“At the core of my work is a deep belief that bodies are not problems to be fixed, they are systems to be understood.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonia Hernandez

Antonia Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in honoring cultural background and lived experience, understanding that mental health is shaped by identity, history, and personal values.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marketa Smith

Marketa Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in patient-led care. As your provider, I am here to listen and to answer any questions that you may have.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susie Maguire

Susie Maguire

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My collaborative and compassionate approach ensures that you feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tami Robinson

Tami Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe good emotional and mental health involves a soul path; an integration of the mind, will, and motions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Anthony Brooks

Anthony Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that meaningful change happens when individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered, so I strive to create a therapeutic environment that is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yessica Garcia Alvarez

Yessica Garcia Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a first generation immigrant, I practice with a bicultural lens and understand the importance of validating cultural differences.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tommy Thompson

Tommy Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, IL


“I focus on attachment in session, meaning in part, that you can feel comfortable and engaged in the session.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
Megan Fletcher

Megan Fletcher

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a person-centered approach to my therapy, meaning assisting you as a partner in identifying and exploring what you want according to your likes, dislikes, and needs in therapy.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sakina Crosby

Sakina Crosby

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Whether you're dealing with life stressors, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself. Seeking therapy can feel scary, but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
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 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Benitez-Zandi

Sarah Benitez-Zandi

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Rather than staying only at the level of insight, we work at the level where trauma is stored, the body and nervous system.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Lonny Levin

Lonny Levin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I've been there, too. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to share your struggles and to work together on finding ways to move forward.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Cooper

Rachel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, burnout, and complex PTSD.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jess Garnica

Dr. Jess Garnica

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My focus is not only on symptom relief, but on helping clients build confidence, insight, and a sense of control...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebekah Philippart

Rebekah Philippart

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


Hi there! I have been a therapist for about 25 years (MSW- Western Michigan University). I feel grateful to have such meaningful work and honored to walk alongside such a variety of people on their journeys. My clients have described me as irreverent, honest, and caring.

Many folks come to therapy in times of crisis and others come because they are looking for a neutral place to talk and process a wide range of life experiences including trauma, anxiety/depression, substance concerns, and relationship issues.

In my non-work hours you'd find me spending time with my elementary age kiddo and our dog, listening to live music, swimming in Lake Michigan, or finishing up a good jigsaw puzzle!

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joanna Miller

Joanna Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My aim is to ensure every session is productive and empowering, leaving you with renewed motivation and a clear sense of direction.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Gibson

Dr. Jennifer Gibson

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


Jennifer Is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been working in the field of trauma and psychotherapy for over 20 years. In the past few years, she has added the focus of mental health and integrative medicine, incorporating more mind and body focused approaches to treatment. Additionally, Jennifer offers Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), psychedelic preparation and harm reduction support, and psychedelic integration.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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
Joshua Carey

Joshua Carey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic approached is rooted in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT and interpersonal principles with the goal of being able to help individuals with finding the underlying causes of their behaviors and emotions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Gladys Larsen

Gladys Larsen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tinley Park, IL


“My style is warm, collaborative, and empowering. I take time to truly listen to my clients, educate them about their diagnoses and treatment options, and engage them as active participants in their healing journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nina Appadurai

Dr. Nina Appadurai

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Naperville, IL


“I focus on teaching my clients coping tools so they are able to respond in a way that is productive and in their control, rather than react which leads to a spiral of further stress and anxiety.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bianca Cervantes

Bianca Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, with the goal of helping clients feel supported, empowered, and understood throughout their healing journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Douglas Nyenke

Douglas Nyenke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“Seeing my clients go from feeling hopeless and disorganized to feeling well rested and ready to tackle their day is what drives me forward.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nora Curtin

Nora Curtin

Therapist

Virtual • Geneva, IL


“I believe in the connection between our mind, brain, body, and spirit and incorporate this into therapeutic sessions, so clients can integrate all parts of themselves on their healing journey.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lidia Michel

Dr. Lidia Michel

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Oak Brook, IL


I love helping both children and adults to cope better with stress, feel more hopeful about the future, and to process difficult moments from the past. Many of my clients have the goal to start living a life that aligns with their values; getting closer to what really matters to them. I see the goal of therapy as helping a client to live, work, learn, and play more freely. That might mean helping a child be brave enough to speak in front of their classmates or help an adult learn to set boundaries in their relationships.

I'm a lifelong learner who has many specialties, but my primary specialties would include Exposure and Response Prevention (Anxiety and OCD), Cognitive Processing Therapy (PTSD), ACT (Depression), Theraplay (children 0-5), treatments for neurodiverse peoples (ADHD and ASD), and Psychological Testing. I can also offer services in Spanish and English.

I appreciate the bravery it took to search for a therapist, and I hope I get the chance to help you and your family carve the next step forward. You are welcome to message me with questions or to set up a quick consult call to see what it'd be like to work with me. I guarantee I will respond to your inquiry within 2 business days.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Williamee

Jennifer Williamee

Therapist

Virtual • Batavia, IL


“I strive to cultivate a safe environment in which to explore vulnerabilities and expand upon natural strengths and resiliencies.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicole Tefera

Dr. Nicole Tefera

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that mental well-being is interconnected with physical, emotional, social, and spiritual health and encourage my clients to explore these connects and ways to strengthen each domain.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dawn LeathermanKulis

Dawn LeathermanKulis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring a trauma-informed lens to all my work, ensuring that clients feel safe and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aloha LeBlanc

Aloha LeBlanc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to maintain a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my patients.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marilyn Rankin

Marilyn Rankin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Deer Park, IL


“My focus includes thorough, individualized, assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health conditions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Angela Beal

Angela Beal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I strive to create a safe, collaborative environment where clients can achieve balance, healing and wellness.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Katy Bombard

Katy Bombard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palos Heights, IL


“I work to create a warm and safe environment where individuals can be free to share without judgement.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
PhaniSushma Cheturvedula

PhaniSushma Cheturvedula

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use an eclectic approach influenced by Person-Centered therapy, so expect our sessions to be conversational.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Stample

Heather Stample

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oswego, IL


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

Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 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. Danika Contreras

Dr. Danika Contreras

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I'm here to listen and understand how I can help support you.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Koffler

Lisa Koffler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal as a therapist is to meet you where you're at and walk along side you as you heal and learn how to navigate life's challenging experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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