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“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with specialty in psychiatry... providing comprehensive evidence-based and holistic care utilizing both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Great to meet you. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I work to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach is warm, holistic, and open-minded, and I believe care works best when it is personalized to your needs, goals, and day-to-day reality.
I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, sleep concerns, OCD, panic, eating concerns, and anger or impulse-related challenges. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for things to feel more manageable, my goal is to help you better understand what is going on and build a path forward that feels both realistic and empowering.
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive and judgment-free environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I work with my clients by using a warm and authentic approach. I like to focus on empowering my clients and tapping into their strengths.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard and understood.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work with clients using a warm and empathetic non-clinical style that treats you like I would want to be treated - as a human being that just wants a little help, not as broken or a diagnosis.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Men's issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“He takes a flexible, individualized approach, tailoring therapy to fit the client rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all method.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strongly believe in empowering my clients to take an active role in their mental health and providing them with the tools and resources they need to succeed.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I feel an important factor to success is building a safe environment and trusting relationship between the counselor and client.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“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.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, and active. We'll look at what's happening now while also understanding the experiences and patterns underneath it.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a gentle approach to counseling. I use holistic methods, encouraging the use of nature, art, and mindfulness to reach your goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“I believe the goal of counseling is not to make you into someone else, because you already are enough and wonderful as yourself.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hey there! I’m Briana Kesterson, LCSW.
I’m a licensed therapist offering individual and family therapy in Illinois, supporting people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. I have a Bachelor's in Clinical Psychology from the University of Illinois and a Master's in Social Work from Aurora University.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self worth struggles. Many of my clients come in feeling “too much” or “not enough” and together, we begin to understand how to better support the parts of you that learned to cope and protect just to survive.
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, PTSD
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults focusing on school avoidance and anxiety...”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative, supportive, and practical approach. I'll help you figure out what's behind the challenges you're facing and focus on tools you can use in your daily life.”
Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My goal as your therapist is to help you through situations and seasons of life that cause you distress by helping you to reframe your thoughts and see your life in a way that is more balanced.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My hope is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I have a multidisciplinary approach, pulling from coping skill based practices (DBT, mindfulness), thought pattern reframing (CBT), somatic therapy...”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach is behavioral, holistic, and individualized. I meet clients where they are while helping them build practical coping skills, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthier ways of navigating life's challenges.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“As a neurodivergent, bilingual therapist, I offer a client-centered, strengths-based space where your lived experience is respected and your voice matters.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel like a safe place where you can be honest, feel understood, and work toward meaningful change without judgment.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“With years of working in various settings such as community outreach programs, domestic violence shelters, and health department programs, I engage in treatment with a trauma-focused and person-centered lens.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“At every therapy session, we work together to explore your emotional experiences as well as the thoughts and behaviors that may be holding you back from living the life you desire.”
Anxiety, Anger management, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My treatment style matches your personality and symptoms, with my quick sense of humor and proven techniques that will maximize effectiveness.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Welcome! As a board-certified physician dual-trained in Psychiatry and Neurology (MD), I offer a comprehensive approach to brain health and emotional well-being by bridging the connection between the mind and the nervous system.
Education & Background
- Doctor of Medicine (MD): Completed rigorous residency training spanning both psychiatry and neurology.
- Integrated Care: Combining psychopharmacology, neurological evaluation, and evidence-based therapies for precise, whole-person care.
Key Specializations
- Neuropsychiatry: Mood, behavior, or cognitive changes linked to neurological conditions (stroke, TBI, Parkinson's, MS).
- Memory & Cognitive Disorders: Evaluation and care for memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, and dementias.
- Treatment-Resistant Conditions: Tailored medical strategies for severe depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
- Overlapping Symptoms: Managing complex conditions like chronic migraines with mood symptoms or functional neurological disorders (FND).
- Executive Dysfunction & ADHD: Comprehensive assessment and treatment for focus and attention challenges.
My Approach I prioritize thorough evaluations and collaborative, evidence-based care tailored to your unique goals and quality of life.
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Hi there, I’m Shelia
Do you feel like the weight of the world is weighing you down? Life’s struggles are becoming unmanageable? Managing family, relationships and job is getting too hard?
I help clients find a healthy perception of themselves and strengthen their relationships. We can partner to identify what works and what doesn’t to create a new path that works better. I have experience with individual, family, and group modalities and will use an integrative approach based on your needs. This may include: client-centered, mindfulness, solution focused, and trauma-informed techniques.
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am both a licensed clinical professional counselor and a certified yoga therapist, and I offer a holistic approach that blends traditional talk therapy with yoga therapy, somatic healing, and positive psychology.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I genuinely love what I do, and I believe in a collaborative approach where clients feel empowered, heard, and supported in their journey toward positive change.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I work to facilitate the individual's coping strategies and problem solving by offering options, training, and education.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I use a number of different therapeutic modalities with clients as I assess the best approach for each individual.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I practice some specialized approaches (EMDR, Exposure Therapy, and CBT/ACT) to treat trauma as well as anxiety, depression, and OCD.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My style is real, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be honest — even about the messy parts.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“I strive to build that connection by meeting you where you're at, and supporting you with empathy and understanding.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am not a therapist that "just listens". I believe therapy is more beneficial if I am engaged and openly communicate my assessment of your situation.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Quinette Iheanyichukwu
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL
“I believe in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness as a provider. I focus on treating the whole person, not just their symptoms.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists who can help with anxiety and depression located within 20 miles of Aurora, IL
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Aurora, IL
74+
Average years in practice
11 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 77%Relationship issues
- 77%Family issues
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 99%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 91%Cigna
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 74%Ascension
Languages spoken
- 96%English
- 7%Spanish
- 3%Yoruba
- 1%Greek
- 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
- 99%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only
Provider gender
- 78%Woman
- 22%Man
License types
- 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Clinical Psychologist
- 3%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 49%Family therapy
- 34%Child or adolescent therapy
- 30%Couples therapy
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