Find a psychiatrist in Plainfield, IL — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Plainfield, IL accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in Plainfield, Illinois with 347 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Headway connects you with experienced therapists across neighborhoods like Crest Hill, Joliet, and Bolingbrook, accepting major insurance plans to help you access care affordably.
I have over 20 years of experience in healthcare. My career began as a pharmacy technician, then as an emergency room nurse, and later supervising behavioral health units at Mercy St. Louis before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.This background allows me to understand mental health from both medical and psychiatric perspectives.
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I believe prioritizing Mental Health is key to healthy living. I am a board certified family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 8 years of experience as a nurse practitioner. Admitting the need for help and taking the first step to finding help can be challenging. I commend you for that! My focus has been on teen's and adults struggling with anxiety and depression.
- I am committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. My practice celebrates diversity and is dedicated to understanding and addressing the unique cultural and personal needs of each patient. At my practice, i understand that everyone faces challenges in life. My goal is to empower you and tap into your own skills to problem-solve and move forward. I believe in creating opportunities for growth and healing through a collaborative approach. When it comes to prescribing medication, My philosophy is to prioritize minimal intervention with maximum benefit. I aim to find the most effective treatment plan tailored to your needs, minimizing medication while maximizing therapeutic outcomes.
Hello, I'm Danielle Silva, a licensed and board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. My sessions are designed to provide thorough and personalized care. Unlike traditional appointments, initial evaluations are 60-90 minutes, allowing for a comprehensive review of your history and needs. Follow-up appointments typically range from 30-45 minutes to ensure we have ample time to assess progress and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.
Welcome! I am Dr. Michelle Rake! I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner providing medication management services/brief therapy.
Are you looking for a Psychiatry provider that listens to you and includes you in the your treatment plan? Would you like a compassionate, non-judgemental psychiatry provider that provides a comfortable, safe environment? Do you want to feel empowered knowing you are on the proper medications to overcome your struggles, and turn around your life?
Let me help you today!
With more than 30 years of experience in healthcare, I have worked across both mental health and critical care settings. I hold degrees in nursing and counseling psychology, and I am passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care. As a dedicated advocate for my patients, my goal is to help each individual function at their highest potential and achieve meaningful, lasting improvements in their well-being.
About our psychiatrists serving Plainfield, 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 Plainfield
Finding psychiatrists in Plainfield starts with knowing whether you want medication support, therapy, or both. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists provide talk therapy. Psychiatric care often includes medication management, which means checking how care is working for you and adjusting the plan when appropriate. People often look for psychiatric support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or other mental health concerns. As you compare options, look for a psychiatrist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want support with.
Plainfield is a smaller market, so local in-person psychiatry options may be more limited than in nearby areas like Joliet, Bolingbrook, or Crest Hill. Virtual appointments can expand your choices while still keeping care tied to your schedule and insurance. Psychiatric medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. Before booking, read each psychiatrist’s bio to understand their communication style, appointment format, availability, and whether they offer a brief phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Plainfield can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower out-of-pocket costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who take your insurance, are accepting new patients, and offer in-person or virtual appointments. You can enter your insurance details, review estimated costs, compare 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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