Find a psychiatrist in Downers Grove, IL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Downers Grove, IL accepting new patients
Seeking therapy in Downers Grove, Illinois? Headway offers flexible mental healthcare through 343 providers serving the community. Whether you're in Walnut Hill, Old Tavern, or Maple Avenue areas, find empowering providers ready for consultations. Most sessions are covered by insurance with copays as low as $0.
Dr. Rubabetu Abimbola Akinola
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Naperville, IL
Senami Edalere-Lukula
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Bolingbrook, IL
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearly two decades of experience in healthcare. I earned my Masters in Nursing at Walden University. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to care for individuals in psychiatric, emergency, surgical, inpatient, outpatient, and forensic settings. These experiences have shaped my belief that mental health and physical health are deeply connected and that each person deserves care that considers the whole individual.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing mental health support. I have experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma and PTSD, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and other behavioral health concerns
Building meaningful connections and providing care that fits real life is at the heart of my practice as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I focus on anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and I am committed to creating a welcoming space for clients from all walks of life. Whether you are taking your first steps toward mental health support or continuing a longer journey, you will find a collaborative and open environment here. My practice is built around flexibility, accessibility, and a genuine desire to understand what you need to thrive.
Ola Omoniyi became an Illinois Certified Nurse Practitioner in 2021. She received her undergraduate degree at Valparaiso University in Indiana and her master’s degree from the University of St. Francis in Joliet. She completed her clinical rotation in mental health at Will County Behavioral Health in Joliet. Ola worked at Rush University Medical Centre for 5 years in the behavioral health unit as a Registered Nurse and 5years at other behavioral health hospitals in Chicago.
Dr. Aderonke Oshibajo
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Rolling Mdws, 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.
Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL
Many come to my practice looking for a provider who offers evidence‐based care, collaborative communication, and a safe space where they can feel genuinely heard and supported, often after arriving feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of the next step.
Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.
Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.
I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.
I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.
Areas of Expertise:
• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety/psychotic disorders)
• MAT: Buprenorphine/Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning
• Alcohol/Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)
• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis
• Residential/PHP/IOP programmed care & step-down planning
• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Downers Grove, IL
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%ADD/ADHD
- 100%Bipolar disorder
- 100%Depression
- 85%Panic disorders
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 100%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 95%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 85%Ascension
- 95%English
- 10%Yoruba
- 5%Spanish
- 100%In-person or online
- 80%Woman
- 20%Man
- 75%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 20%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Medical Doctor
- 95%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
- 5%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Downers Grove
Finding psychiatrists in Downers Grove starts with understanding what type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy. If you’re looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, a prescriber may be a fit. Both therapy and psychiatry can be valid starting points, depending on what you want help with.
Downers Grove has local psychiatry options, though availability may be more limited than in larger Illinois cities. Virtual appointments can expand your choices while still letting you search for someone licensed in Illinois. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also provide therapy. Some people choose to work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare profiles, look at appointment times, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and how they describe their communication style.
Psychiatric care in Downers Grove can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your preferences, accept your plan, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details to see an estimated cost before booking, then review bios and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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