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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Aurora, IL

Addiction support in Aurora connects you with 780 licensed providers experienced in substance use disorder, recovery, and relapse prevention. Access talk therapy and medication management through flexible virtual or in-person sessions, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Patrick Noonan

Patrick Noonan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Aurora, IL


“I value the process of building a connection with my clients in order to set a strong foundation for our time in therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christopher Scropos

Christopher Scropos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Geneva, IL


“My style is collaborative and compassionate, meaning we'll work together to find the path that makes the most sense for you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Habibat Owolabi

Habibat Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Naperville, IL


“Clients describe my style as warm, approachable, and empowering. Together, we'll work toward growth, healing, and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leah Weiland

Leah Weiland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I have worked in addictions, community mental health, children, and private practice. I adjust my style to meet the client's needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Colleen Llacsa

Colleen Llacsa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Naperville, IL


“My clients will learn skills and develop practical strategies that they can incorporate to improve their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shawn Nowotnik

Shawn Nowotnik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I can provide you with a therapeutic relationship that will feel safe and collaborative so that it can serve as the basis for healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
David Bauer

David Bauer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“Every session will be about your journey of self discovery in pursuit of becoming the best version of yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hildred Amegashie

Hildred Amegashie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Plainfield, IL


“My approach to providing care is compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic. I believe in treating each client as a whole person...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Bolingbrook, IL


“With my strong nursing background, I can properly evaluate clients for medical, nutritional, hormonal, and environmental causes of symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sangita Bogati

Sangita Bogati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Woodridge, IL


“My diverse cultural training has allowed me to work effectively with my clients from various backgrounds, and I am passionate about helping individuals overcome life's challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tamara Denton

Dr. Tamara Denton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Woodridge, IL


“I feel an important factor to success is building a safe environment and trusting relationship between the counselor and client.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Catherine Stull

Catherine Stull

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


“I work to facilitate the individual's coping strategies and problem solving by offering options, training, and education.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Mario Giacomuzzi

Dr. Mario Giacomuzzi

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“Dr. Mario's treatment approach is collaborative and empowering as he engages his clients in solution focused approaches...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Manasa Perera

Dr. Manasa Perera

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Westmont, IL


“I take a collaborative approach to treatment, which means that we work together as a team to help you process and work through the issues that are leading you to seek treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gary Spring

Gary Spring

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I've spent over 16 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life changes, and I focus on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and how to start making changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Caitlin Crissey

Caitlin Crissey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Elmhurst, IL


“I use a number of different therapeutic modalities with clients as I assess the best approach for each individual.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen Tamillow

Maureen Tamillow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I try to match the clients needs when doing the therapeutic process... people grow the best by working in a structure that matches their pace and their best way of learning.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Chronic conditions, OCD, Physical health issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Karen Cipriano

Karen Cipriano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


“I strive to build that connection by meeting you where you're at, and supporting you with empathy and understanding.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katlyn HIndle

Katlyn HIndle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Schaumburg, IL


“I believe therapy is 80% you and the work you do outside of sessions, and 20% me in what we do during the session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Douglas DeRhodes

Douglas DeRhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Western Springs, IL


“I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Maggie Zofkie

Maggie Zofkie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aleks Kico

Aleks Kico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Inverness, IL


“Therapy, at its best, is not about blame or quick fixes, it's about clarity, responsibility, and learning how to move forward with strength and purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Bosques

Jessica Bosques

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Orland Park, IL


“Mental health...is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Edwin Guzman

Edwin Guzman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Westchester, IL


“As a Hispanic provider, I am driven and motivated to work within the context of my clients' ethnic backgrounds as they align with their treatment goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Aderonke Oshibajo

Dr. Aderonke Oshibajo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Rolling Mdws, IL


“I am deeply committed to a holistic care philosophy that acknowledges and respects the intricate tapestry of physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects that make you unique.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jill Powers

Jill Powers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I approach your care with respect and dignity. We work together to find the best way to help your symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Davison

Dr. Michael Davison

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Arlington Heights, IL


“My role is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what's happening, and build practical paths toward greater stability and clarity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bayo Agbolade

Bayo Agbolade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Crestwood, IL


“I'm dedicated to being a caring advocate for mental health and making a positive impact in the lives of my clients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sam Rustum

Sam Rustum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I will give you practical strategies that will help you manage your stress and feel more in control of your thoughts and emotions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brandon Lipin

Dr. Brandon Lipin

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Zurich, IL


“My style is supportive, direct, and practical, with an emphasis on helping clients better understand themselves while building realistic tools for change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriela Rebollar

Gabriela Rebollar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Mokena, IL


“I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to be honest, challenged enough to grow, and supported enough to keep going.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Douglas Nyenke

Douglas Nyenke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“Seeing my clients go from feeling hopeless and disorganized to feeling well rested and ready to tackle their day is what drives me forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Spencer Pfeil

Spencer Pfeil

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Crystal Lake, IL


“We'll identify the "stuck" thought patterns and core beliefs that fuel depression and addiction and replace them with a more accurate, empowering narrative.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christopher Beerman

Christopher Beerman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I focus on my client's strengths and core values to collaborate with them to find healing and solutions for their therapeutic needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Carolyn Weisman

Carolyn Weisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Glenview, IL


“My goal is to provide a grounded, supportive space where you can make sense of what you're carrying, better understand your patterns, and move toward a life that feels more stable, intentional, and aligned with who you are!”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Charles Ruiz

Charles Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


As a therapist with five years of experience, I have worked with people facing a variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as life transitions, surviving past trauma and abuse, feeling suicidal, and states of mania and psychosis. Our therapy will be a warm and introspective space where you can expect to be treated with dignity. I affirm LGBTQ+ identities; I welcome persons of different cultures, races, nationalities, and religious beliefs. Above all, I look forward to knowing you as a unique and singular person.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kanika Shirole

Kanika Shirole

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I also specialize in supporting clients who are working towards expanding their self-concept and exploring aspects and intersections of their ethnic, cultural, racial, sexual, and gender identities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Olubunmi Isijola

Olubunmi Isijola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Homewood, IL


“I believe in developing a therapeutic relationship that is client-centered and based on mutual trust and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bill Muhr

Bill Muhr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Barrington, IL


“My approach combines thoughtful conversation with EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and other body-based approaches to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lauren Howard

Lauren Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Northbrook, IL


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I take a grounded, practical approach—helping clients learn to ride life's waves instead of fighting against them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Aurora, IL

Finding addiction therapists in Aurora starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, compulsive behaviors, relapse prevention, and co-occurring concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match what you want to work on. Some therapists use approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with a prescriber when medication management is part of the care plan.

In a mid-size city like Aurora, you may find a mix of local office-based therapists and virtual options across the surrounding area. Virtual care can expand your choices if you want a specific approach, a therapist with addiction experience, or appointment times that fit your schedule. It may also help to review whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers flexible scheduling, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can show how they describe recovery, harm reduction, communication style, and experience supporting people with substance use or behavioral addiction concerns.

Therapy in Aurora can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you find addiction therapists, shows estimated costs after you enter your insurance details, and lets you book directly when you find a fit. You can browse therapists, compare bios, and choose care that matches your needs, schedule, and coverage.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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