Find a psychiatrist in Illinois — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Illinois accepting new patients
Connect with experienced therapists throughout Illinois via Headway's network of 349 providers. Many offer free consultations and next-day availability, with sessions covered by major insurances like Aetna, Anthem, and United Healthcare—some patients pay as little as $0 per visit.
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.
Hello,
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 Illinois
- 99%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 88%Bipolar disorder
- 86%ADD/ADHD
- 85%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
- 86%Online only
- 13%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only
- 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 Illinois
Finding psychiatrists in Illinois starts with knowing which type of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication over time. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can also diagnose and prescribe through their licenses. Therapists provide talk therapy, and some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. If you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, training, and approach to see whether their experience matches what you want help with.
Illinois has a wide range of mental health professionals across urban, suburban, and rural areas, so available options may vary depending on where you live. Someone in Chicago may have more nearby offices to compare, while someone in Springfield, Peoria, or Lake County may use virtual appointments to expand their choices. Psychiatric care often uses shorter, less frequent visits than therapy, especially for medication management. Some psychiatrists also offer therapy. As you compare profiles, look at appointment availability, whether a free phone consultation is offered, and how each psychiatrist describes their communication style before booking.
Psychiatric care in Illinois 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 and other licensed prescribers who are accepting new patients, enter your insurance details, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans, so you can browse psychiatrists, review bios, and book directly when you are 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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