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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Buffalo Grove, IL

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Buffalo Grove, IL

Headway connects Buffalo Grove residents with 905 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based OCD treatment, including Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Our network offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with copays as low as $0 through insurance, letting you focus on managing intrusive thoughts and compulsions without financial stress.

Dr. Samson Okoh

Dr. Samson Okoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that meaningful mental health care begins with creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to participate in their treatment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jodi Petchenik

Jodi Petchenik

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that everyone deserves a space where they can feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mariam Bello

Mariam Bello

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe effective mental health care begins with listening. My goal is to understand you as a whole person, not simply a diagnosis, and work with you toward greater stability, functioning, and quality of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sheryl Sierakowski

Sheryl Sierakowski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I was a former Division I basketball player. I'm especially passionate about helping athletes build confidence, resilience, and reach their full potential both on and off the field.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ronald McCaslin

Ronald McCaslin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a collaborative approach, listening closely and working with you to find treatment options that fit your needs and your life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stefanie Bonnell

Stefanie Bonnell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I've supported hundreds of people through fertility treatments, loss, and the hard decisions about what comes next.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Glory Ikerodah

Dr. Glory Ikerodah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My dual certification enables me to address both physical and mental health needs in an integrated manner, recognizing how closely connected the mind and body truly are.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Safurat Olaniba-Adebisi

Safurat Olaniba-Adebisi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a holistic approach to treatment, integrating both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that are tailored to meet each patient's unique needs.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
LaTonya Bowens

LaTonya Bowens

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Solution focused therapy emphasizes practical next steps that lead to meaningful, sustainable change in your daily life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I’m Shelia Ransom Jenkins, MSW, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families through life’s challenges. I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to therapy, creating a safe space where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered.

I hold a Master of Social Work and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice, and my professional background includes work in community mental health, educational settings, and clinical leadership roles. I have experience helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship and family conflict, behavioral concerns, life transitions, and stress related to work, school, and personal growth. I also have specialized training in perinatal mental health, supporting individuals experiencing postpartum depression and related mood disorders.

My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and strengths-based interventions, tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, practical, and rooted in trust.

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, navigating a difficult transition, or seeking deeper self-understanding, my goal is to support you with empathy, clarity, and encouragement as you work toward healing and lasting change.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abraham Luba

Abraham Luba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the best care happens when we work together, so I make it a priority to ensure you fully understand your treatment plan every step of the way.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eric Quasie

Eric Quasie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm known for translating clinical jargon into plain language, so you always understand what's happening with your own brain and why we're making the decisions we are.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kelly Ambrose

Kelly Ambrose

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read about my professional background.

I graduated with my bachelor's in social work in 2013 from MacMurray College in Jacksonville IL.

I furthered my education at the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign School of Social Work and graduated with my Masters in SW in 2017.

I have gained 13 years of experience with the majority of those years spent in psychiatric facilities for children and adults.

I specialize in motivational interviewing, DBT, CBT, and a multitude of other treatment styles.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joan Ajide

Joan Ajide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Vernon Hills, IL


“I hold a dual board certification with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric nurse practitioner.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Davida Barner

Davida Barner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe every person has the capacity for growth and healing, regardless of the challenges they have faced.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kanesha Walker Amaro

Kanesha Walker Amaro

Therapist

Virtual • Bloomingdale, IL


“My style is warm, direct, and down-to-earth, and I focus on helping clients build insight while also learning practical tools they can use in everyday life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Robinlee Garber

Robinlee Garber

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer a grounded, relational style for practical coping and deeper self-understanding, including affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and transgender clients.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karem Muksed

Karem Muksed

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“From my perspective, lasting change comes from learning to stay connected to yourself while staying connected to others.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tomeka Slaughter

Tomeka Slaughter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focus is in developing the total well-being of my clients (mentally, physically, financially, and socially) to enhance their daily lives.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eric Westman

Eric Westman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that every person has inherent strengths and the capacity for growth, healing, and change, regardless of their circumstances.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chad Carson

Chad Carson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create hope and help people to realize that together we can overcome whatever struggles they are facing. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I have been a nurse for 27 years, and I strive to show compassion and understanding to everyone who needs help.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Lees

Pamela Lees

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I am Pamela "Paige" Lees. I have been a licensed therapist for 30 years. I have worked with a wide variety of people and together tackled a multitude of life's problems. I have a master's degree in clinical psychology from the University of Illinois and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University. I enjoy working with individuals and I specialize family problems of all kinds.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mazouzah Omar

Mazouzah Omar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charlotte Manyitabot

Charlotte Manyitabot

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and dementia, using a supportive and empathetic approach to create a safe space for healing and growth.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gary Schmidt

Gary Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and I'm here to support you on your journey back to the "Self" - That calm, clear, confident center that's always been there.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Jansen

Laura Jansen

Therapist

Virtual • Centralia, IL


“I take a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to therapy, helping clients build resilience, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Haley Bichsel

Haley Bichsel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Quincy, IL


“With over 10 years of experience, I help people who are dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, and childhood emotional or behavioral challenges find practical ways to feel better.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Schuyler Czech

Schuyler Czech

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a professional background providing therapy for individuals recovering from human trafficking.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charlene Mabins

Charlene Mabins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is open-minded, supportive, and collaborative. I'll take the time to understand your experiences and what matters most to you rather than assuming there is one approach that works for everyone.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brocelyn Crowley

Brocelyn Crowley

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I try to meet each individual where they are at and one of my main approaches is Problem Intervention Evaluation (PIE).”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Zainab Taiwo

Dr. Zainab Taiwo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I'm a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with over 10+ of experience in the mental health field, and 3 years as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I founded Isimi Health & Wellness to provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care rooted in compassion, cultural humility, and a deep respect for the mind-body connection. My clinical background spans across PHP/IOP settings, Outpatient psychiatry, TMS, and telepsychiatry. I’ve worked with diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. Whether you're seeking support for mood instability, clarity around your medication options, or a space to reset and realign, I’m honored to walk alongside you on your wellness journey.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sam Shabsin

Sam Shabsin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring an energetic, warm, and direct approach to therapy. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel supported while also feeling empowered to grow.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Allen

Sarah Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is gentle, person‐centered, and strengths‐based, using solution‐focused and cognitive behavioral techniques to help young people feel more confident, understood, and connected with themselves.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anthony Onakorame

Anthony Onakorame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bolingbrook, IL


“I believe treatment works best when we make decisions together based on your goals, values, and lived experiences.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anna Deibel

Anna Deibel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal isn't to give you all the answers—it's to help you reconnect with your own wisdom so you can move through life with greater ease, resilience, and authenticity.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Cheryl Pugh

Dr. Cheryl Pugh

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help you better understand your emotions while building practical tools you can use in everyday life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Saba Aqel

Saba Aqel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I often help my clients see themselves not only in the context of their internal psyche but also in the context of the various external systems in which they interact.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Elmore

Katie Elmore

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a licensed clinical social worker and substance use counselor with specialized training in perinatal mental health.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephanie Harris

Stephanie Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi! My name is Stephanie Harris and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor from Vermont, but currently living in Chicago. I am happy to help you with whatever you are facing in life right now. I work with individual adults and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, abuse, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and more. I have specialized training in helping people recover from trauma. Trauma can have a profound effect on how people view the world and relate to others, which is why a trauma-informed approach to treatment can be very helpful. I will help people heal from their painful and distressing experiences so they are able to feel more safe and secure in the world now. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Vermont and a Master’s degree in Counseling from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology, and a Doctorate in Psychology from Roosevelt University. I have experience working in private practice, crisis centers, in-patient hospitals, employee assistance programs, community mental health centers, and primary care clinics. I have worked with adults, couples, people with developmental disabilities, survivors of sexual abuse, people of the Latinx population, couples with infertility issues, and people facing deportation. I believe these experiences have helped me find multiple ways to connect with others and help them reach their goals.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Yancy Cruz

Dr. Yancy Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a compassionate, warm, and supportive clinician who values building genuine connections with the people I work with.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Buffalo Grove, IL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Buffalo Grove, IL
There are over 36 therapists in Buffalo Grove, IL accepting new patients.
36+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%OCD
  • 97%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 100%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 94%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 3%Greek
  • 3%Italian
  • 3%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 58%Woman
  • 39%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 22%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 44%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 25%Child or adolescent therapy

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