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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Chicago, IL

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Chicago, IL

Trauma-focused care in Chicago meets you where you are—virtually or in person. Headway's 2,345 providers specialize in trauma processing techniques like Written Exposure Therapy and Relaxation Training, helping you work through self-blame, isolation, and acute stress with personalized, compassionate support.

Tiffani Wilson

Tiffani Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


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.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katlyn HIndle

Katlyn HIndle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Chicago, 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Brennan

Michelle Brennan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Tinley Park, IL


“I believe that effective therapy requires both deep clinical understanding and a compassionate, real-world connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sangita Bogati

Sangita Bogati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


Dr. Idowu Oshokoya DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Chicago, IL. He works with adolescents, adults, and older adults, and provides care for patients who are battling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolars, and other mental disorders. Idowu studied at Walden University, He has extensive training and 10 years of experience with behavioral health.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christopher Scropos

Christopher Scropos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jinnie Cristerna

Dr. Jinnie Cristerna

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Schaumburg, IL


“I work with a diverse group of adult patients to help them heal from events that limit their ability to participate in their lives fully.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Beckham

Jennifer Beckham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Olympia Fields, IL


“With 18+ years in mental health, I've empowered individuals and families as a therapist, coach, social worker, school supervisor, and district director.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Will Smith

Will Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Olympia Fields, IL


“Good therapy is a conversation and exploration of life. The client should feel safe, empowered and look forward to session.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rukayat Omolabi

Rukayat Omolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Olympia Fields, IL


“Dr. Rukayat Omolabi is passionate about providing individualized, holistic, and evidence-based mental health care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Edythe Kleinman

Edythe Kleinman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Arlington Heights, IL


“I sometimes will use an eclectic approach to a situation. Many times I will use a cognitive approach.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Clifton Burns Jr,

Dr. Clifton Burns Jr,

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Lisle, IL


“My goal is to empower each client to create their narrative as we address behaviors, trauma, or behavioral health symptoms that hinder personal, professional, and educational success.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Robin Kulesza

Robin Kulesza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bartlett, IL


“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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Wilkinson

Ashley Wilkinson

Therapist

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


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe place to land, where you feel understood, supported, and not alone.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Meghan Caringella

Meghan Caringella

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Aurora, IL


“I believe that seeking help is a courageous step and work collaboratively with you to foster growth, resilience, and overall well-being.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Veronica Whitmire

Veronica Whitmire

Therapist

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


“I believe it is important for all people to have a safe, non-judgmental, authentic space to feel validated and to help bring balance and healing to their life.”
Trauma, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kasey Huff

Dr. Kasey Huff

Therapist

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


“I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your innermost self including your passion, beliefs, motivation, historical challenges and emotions.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rhonda LaPoint

Rhonda LaPoint

Therapist

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


“It is important to me to provide a safe, comfortable and respectful environment where you can come and explore your concerns and struggles as well as your hopes for the future.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Megan Kelly

Megan Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Arlington Heights, IL


“I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach to therapy and use a variety of interventions based on what works best for you.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Dr. Oladunni Boladale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • Chicago, IL


“With my strong nursing background, I can properly evaluate clients for medical, nutritional, hormonal, and environmental causes of symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tammi Walker

Tammi Walker

Therapist

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


“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.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Catherine Stull

Catherine Stull

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Downers Grove, IL


“I work to facilitate the individual's coping strategies and problem solving by offering options, training, and education.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Patrick Noonan

Patrick Noonan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Oneafolu

Mary Oneafolu

Therapist

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


“I work with the whole client, body, mind, and spirit, to facilitate change and achieve emotional balance and well-being.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Staci Weber

Staci Weber

Therapist

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


“I'm a faith-based therapist trained in CBT, Gottman Method couples therapy, ACT, IFS, and attachment-based approaches with an emphasis on cultural competence.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aleks Kico

Aleks Kico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mihaela Vladu

Mihaela Vladu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.

Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.

I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.

I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.

Areas of Expertise:

• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety​/​psychotic disorders)

• MAT: Buprenorphine​/​Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning

• Alcohol​/​Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)

• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis

• Residential​/​PHP​/​IOP programmed care & step-down planning

• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jermaine Anthony

Jermaine Anthony

Therapist

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


“I strive to assist clients become their best self by engaging in solution-focused therapeutic interventions and conversations.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Maria Escobar

Dr. Maria Escobar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


Dr. Maria Escobar is a licensed clinical social worker and Doctor of Social Work dedicated to advancing equity, empowerment, and well-being in diverse communities. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Dr. Escobar specializes in clinical practice areas, e.g., trauma-informed care, family systems, or mental health advocacy.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Sorce

John Sorce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Naperville, IL


“I'm an empathic listener who builds rapport and trust with my clients by establishing a safe and supportive environment so that the therapeutic relationship can grow.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Carolyn Parker

Carolyn Parker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Long Grove, IL


“I am an intuitive Somatic Experiencing Practitioner who believes that our body and mind work together for our good.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Pattie Hartgraves

Pattie Hartgraves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Long Grove, IL


Welcome — I'm so glad you're here! With 23 years of experience as a school social worker, I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families navigate life's challenges and build the skills needed to thrive at home, school and in their communities. I work with children and teens ages 3-17, as well as parents and caregivers who are seeking support, guidance, and practical strategies to strengthen family relationships, work through family conflicts and improve daily functioning. My goal is to help build the necessary skills to strengthen relationships and homeostasis within family structures and the individual.

I specialize in working with neurodivergent children, adolescents, and families including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), social-communication challenges, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, and behavioral challenges. I also specialize in working with high conflict family dynamics which include parent-child relationships, divorce (for families that are both in and/or out of the family court system), sibling rivalry, and multicultural child rearing.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Grant

Amy Grant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Villa, IL


“Clients can expect a warm, comfortable environment in which we will discuss what is bringing you to therapy at this time, and learning more about your past experiences, strengths and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shelley Johnson

Shelley Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ringwood, IL


“I believe that mental wellness is a journey; and if one is willing to put in the effort, anything can be achieved.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Robyn Caravello

Robyn Caravello

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kankakee, IL


“I approach therapy with the intention of making my clients feel seen and heard and I do this through attentive and empathic listening, which brings about sensitivity to the needs of the moment.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Da Som (DS) Seo

Da Som (DS) Seo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that growth is always possible.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shobana Shanmugavelayutham

Shobana Shanmugavelayutham

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I truly believe in each individuals ability to come to a conclusion on what is best for them. With a little warmth, love and guided conversation, a person can really grow so much!”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cathy Gail Santos

Cathy Gail Santos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lincolnshire, IL


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care that's grounded in understanding the whole person, not just symptoms.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Guillermina Cervantes

Guillermina Cervantes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • North Utica, IL


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental, and I strive to create a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD located within 20 miles of Chicago, IL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Chicago, IL
There are over 103 therapists in Chicago, IL accepting new patients.
103+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 90%Trauma
  • 85%PTSD
  • 84%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 93%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 85%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 5%Polish
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 30%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 4%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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