Find a psychiatrist in Elgin, IL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Elgin, IL accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Elgin across neighborhoods like Downtown, South Elgin, and Laraway. Headway connects you with 347 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. With insurance accepted and sessions starting as soon as next day, quality care is within reach.
I am an experienced and board certified family and psychiatric nurse practitioner (FNP and PMHNP) and hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). I will join you on your journey to wellness. Everyone is unique and requires an individualized and comprehensive approach. Appointments are available in Telehealth format.
My practice centers on helping people work through depression, ADHD, and bipolar disorder with care that actually fits their life. I've been in independent practice for about two years, and in that time I've found that the providers people stay with are the ones who listen well and adjust as things change. I'm a PMHNP with full practice authority, so I can manage medications and provide psychiatric services without a collaborating physician. I see clients via telehealth throughout Illinois, with flexible scheduling available Monday through Saturday. If you've been waiting to find someone who's approachable and genuinely wants to get you moving in the right direction, I'd like to be that person.
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.
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Diana Lankenau has a Master of Science in Nursing from Florida State University and Chamberlain University. She has a Bachelor's in nursing from University of Miami. BA in Psychology from Florida International University. She is Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC).
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.
I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner with several years of experience, now building my own private practice so I can give each person the focused, personalized care they deserve. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, and PTSD — conditions that can feel isolating, but often respond well to the right support and the right provider. I offer telehealth appointments, including evenings and weekends, so getting care fits into your life rather than the other way around. Whether you're looking for medication management, ongoing mental health support, or simply a place to start, I'm here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
With over a decade of psychiatric nursing experience, I've built a practice around making people feel truly understood from the very first conversation. I'm fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and I've found that meeting someone in their first language changes everything about how safe they feel opening up. I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, depression, substance use, and eating disorders, combining medication management with therapeutic support to care for the whole person. My practice is fully virtual, so you can access care from wherever feels most comfortable for you.
I don't start by asking, "What's wrong with you?" I start by asking, "Help me understand you."
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As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I have had the privilege of caring for individuals across diverse healthcare settings throughout my nursing career. My professional journey has included advanced training as both a Nurse Educator and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, reflecting my ongoing commitment to lifelong learning, clinical excellence, and evidence-based, compassionate care.
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I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy for individuals across the lifespan, with a special focus on children, adolescents, and young adults. Whether you're navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, or a significant life transition, my goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized care in a calm, welcoming environment where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood.
As a board-certified PMHNP, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step!
About our psychiatrists serving Elgin, IL
- 99%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 88%Bipolar disorder
- 86%ADD/ADHD
- 84%PTSD
- 99%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 95%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 76%Ascension
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 3%Hindi
- 3%Yoruba
- 2%French
- 87%Online only
- 13%In-person or online
- 77%Woman
- 23%Man
- 54%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 39%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Medical Doctor
- 94%Individual therapy
- 26%Family therapy
- 9%Child or adolescent therapy
- 8%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 Elgin
Finding psychiatrists in Elgin starts with understanding the type of care you want to search for. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Therapists provide talk therapy and support through structured approaches. Both can be valid options, depending on what you need. If you are looking for care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties and training to see whether their background matches your needs.
Elgin has a more focused local network than a large metro area, so virtual appointments can give you more options while still keeping care convenient. Psychiatric care often follows a different cadence than therapy. Medication management appointments are usually shorter and may happen less often than weekly therapy sessions. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare profiles, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist offers virtual or in-person visits, and how they describe their communication style.
Psychiatric care in Elgin can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who are accepting new patients and match your plan. You can enter your insurance details, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, 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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