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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Illinois
Illinois residents processing trauma or PTSD symptoms can access specialized care through Headway's network of providers experienced in intrusive memories, nightmares, and emotional numbing. Sessions blend proven modalities like Exposure Therapy and DBT skills, with average savings of 75% on care through insurance partnerships.
“I am committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and nonjudgmental care in a safe and welcoming environment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I take a holistic, systems-informed approach, looking at the full context of each client's life to understand the stressors and supports that shape their mental health.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I foster a supportive environment that allows clients to be themselves. Clients can expect to have a decrease in symptoms and feel motivated to work toward reaching their goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I believe quality mental health care starts with feeling heard and respected. I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach and work to understand the whole person, not just symptoms. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space while offering thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to each individual’s needs.
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“In sessions, I'm pretty relaxed and easygoing—think 'human being having a conversation,' not 'clipboard robot.'”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect to feel genuinely heard, respected, and acknowledged from their position of strength in a collaborative manner after our conversations.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I practice from a person-centered approach, I believe that clients are the expert of their story and that they have many strengths that will assist them in overcoming things that have been a challenge.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Effective therapy involves more than symptom relief; it requires addressing the underlying causes of your suffering or unhappiness in order to create meaningful, lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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“I believe each person comes to therapy with their own inner resources. My role is to help you uncover them.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“As your therapist, I am here to create a warm, accepting space where you can feel heard and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
I have been practicing in the field of mental health for twelve years after receiving a Master of Social Work from University of Saint Francis. My hope is to help you navigate through the various stressors that are bringing you into therapy, in a warm, safe, confidential space. I want to help you understand what is maintaining your negative feelings and behaviors and find ways to work through them in a way that allows you to live your life to the fullest.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about helping clients foster self-awareness and gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, direct, and down-to-earth, and I focus on helping clients build insight while also learning practical tools they can use in everyday life.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is holistic, somatic, and solution-focused, providing a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I truly believe that with support and understanding, you have the ability and resilience to achieve your goals of wellness and health.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a warm environment. It will feel warm and non-judgemental, giving my client space to speak about whatever is impeding at that time.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is collaborative and compassionate, meaning we'll work together to find the path that makes the most sense for you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe that creating a trusting, collaborative relationship will provide the necessary support needed to work through challenges and move toward self-healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe space that allows clients to be vulnerable and feel supported while focusing on practical and meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I offer a welcoming, affirming, and inclusive space where clients of all identities and lived experiences feel seen, heard, and valued.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal to help each client feel more in control and be in a better headspace at the end of every session.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy begins by building a structure around evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Motivational Interviewing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Together, we work to understand your current symptoms, interpersonal dynamics, and how these patterns affect your daily life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I utilize primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is supportive, strengths-based, and goal-oriented.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am an honorably discharged and retired Army veteran who can relate to the military culture, lifestyle, and way of life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Opelt earned his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at New Mexico State University after completing his Master’s of Science in Educational Psychology: Community Counseling from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. During his graduate training, he earned certifications in Trauma Counseling and Multicultural Knowledge Basis in Mental Health Practices, and a graduate minor in Integrated Behavioral Health. Dr. Opelt has completed postdoctoral fellowships in research in Rehabilitation Psychology, with an emphasis on Multiple Sclerosis, at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and in clinical Rehabilitation and Pain Psychology at MedStar Health National Rehabilitation Hospital. He has focused his clinical work on adults who have concerns about insomnia, cognitive impairment, addiction, LGBT+ concerns, caregiver support, transplants, burn survivors, cancer, musculoskeletal diseases like MS and Parkinson’s disease, and those who have amputations. He is a licensed psychologist in Maryland and Illinois.
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach might look a little different than a typical talk therapist. I will greet you with warmth, compassion and curiosity that is rooted in the mind/body connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I bring over 14 years of experience helping individuals, couples, children, and adolescents navigate life's challenges with compassion and evidence-based care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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“What makes my practice unique is the way I hold space for your full self—helping you see and embrace even the parts that feel difficult or shadowed, while discovering new and healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with veterans, caregivers, and individuals impacted by dementia-related disorders.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I focus on collaboratively uncovering each person's inherent strengths and talents. I am passionate about helping clients craft new life stories...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear or judgement.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe that therapy should feel like a safe space where you are met with warmth, honesty, and respect.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I believe every day is a gift to improve ourselves and to have opportunity to live our lives to the fullest potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions with compassion and clarity.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“My style is direct, compassionate, and as "real as it's going to get". I help clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves find clarity, confidence, and emotional freedom.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My greatest joy comes from guiding folks into an organic + compassionate practice of fiercely approaching vulnerability + embodying whole-hearted living.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I offer a grounded, relational style for practical coping and deeper self-understanding, including affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and transgender clients.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Using a compassionate, client-centered approach, we will work together to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and support.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I enjoy getting to work with people to process through those parts of ourselves we hide or shame with acceptance, kindness, and curiosity.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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