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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Elgin, IL

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Elgin, IL

Elgin residents can access compassionate postpartum care through Headway's network of 756 licensed providers. Whether you prefer virtual or in-person sessions, many providers offer free initial consultations. Headway works with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Michelle Brazil

Michelle Brazil

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm not only a licensed clinical therapist for the past 25 years, but I specialize in these struggles- because I've lived them.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joanna Haydon

Joanna Haydon

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Before becoming a therapist, I practiced law for over a decade, which gives me a deep understanding of high-achieving women...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelsey Reding

Kelsey Reding

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Your first appointment is a conversation, not a checklist. I'll take time to understand your symptoms, history, and goals so we can create a clear path forward together.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Read

Sarah Read

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a military spouse, I understand many of the unique challenges military families face from a professional and personal perspective...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Huget

Hannah Huget

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm also a mom of two and have experienced infertility myself, so I can relate to many of the challenges that come with the perinatal journey.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michelle Erford

Michelle Erford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I enjoy working with women through major life transitions, particularly during the perinatal period.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Vasquez Gomez

Ana Vasquez Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“What makes my practice unique is the way I hold space for your full self—helping you see and embrace even the parts that feel difficult or shadowed, while discovering new and healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Moniek Garside

Dr. Moniek Garside

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is for you to leave with the necessary tools to navigate the many situations that you encounter on your journey.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karla Crespo

Karla Crespo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in helping clients better understand their relationship with money and how it connects to their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Rattiner Padilla

Lisa Rattiner Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim for my clients to leave their session feeling empowered & confident while recognizing their own strengths.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Payne

Tiffany Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help clients create meaningful, lasting change that extends beyond the therapy session.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Lium

Nicole Lium

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Through a holistic, mind-body approach, I help you gently explore not only what's happening in your thoughts, but also how your body is holding and expressing those experiences.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Patricia Miller

Patricia Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to empower you to be your truest self, to help you discover your strengths and resilience, and to support you in achieving lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Dwuan Wilson

Dr. Dwuan Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Carterville, IL


“My goal is to help you leave each session with something you can actually use in your everyday life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tricia Janosy

Tricia Janosy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work collaboratively with individuals navigating complex life transitions and emotionally challenging seasons to better understand the ways their experiences have shaped them while also recognizing their resilience, strengths, and capacity for...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Cinquegrani-Pence

Melissa Cinquegrani-Pence

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


With a passion for helping individuals of all ages, Dr. Cinquegrani specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and adults in navigating life’s challenges. She utilizes an integrative Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to help patients develop essential emotional and behavioral management skills. Dr. Cinquegrani’s experience spans a variety of settings, including inpatient facilities, private and therapeutic day schools, and outpatient care, working with individuals from diverse backgrounds facing emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Robin Shannon

Robin Shannon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


My clients seek to understand and accept themselves and their life experiences. Together we will explore how your past is impacting your present, so you can ultimately move toward a better future.


I work with individuals, couples and families from an attachment and systems perspective, knowing we experience many wounds through relationships but through the right relationships we can also experience healing.


It is important in my work that I allow the client's cultural context inform my treatment.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oluyemi Lasaki

Oluyemi Lasaki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plainfield, IL


“I am dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care that empowers my clients on their journey toward mental well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rachele Maheu

Rachele Maheu

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Sometimes, taking the first step is the hardest, but with gentle support and determination, anything is possible.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Swelfer

Angela Swelfer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With a listening ear and a helpful therapeutic relationship and coach, the client can establish and reach their goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ismira Dacic

Ismira Dacic

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Daniella Appiagyei

Daniella Appiagyei

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Dr. Appiagyei supports exploring ones childhood and life experience to not only gain an understanding of self and actions but also to heal and let go of unhealthy habits in pursuit of future growth.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amanda Rousonelos

Amanda Rousonelos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Buda, IL


“The goal of therapy is to provide a comfortable, understanding environment where clients can explore struggles along with setting goals to strive for positive outcomes in their relationships, work, and school.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Julie Brannen

Julie Brannen

Therapist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


“My greatest joy comes from guiding folks into an organic + compassionate practice of fiercely approaching vulnerability + embodying whole-hearted living.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Meggan MacFarlane

Meggan MacFarlane

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should feel like a real conversation, not a lecture. My style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Candace Chavers

Candace Chavers

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim to create a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and build insight, coping skills, and healthier boundaries.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Buescher

Jessica Buescher

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a licensed clinical counselor and art therapist who supports children, adults, and families through life's transitions.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Misty Spencer

Misty Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is supportive, strengths-based, and goal-oriented.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gina Weber

Gina Weber

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens through a strong therapeutic relationship.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kourtnee Mezo

Kourtnee Mezo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe recovery is not about perfection, but about progress, resilience, and reconnecting with the life you want to live.”
Maternal mental health, Family issues, Infertility, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sondra Haney

Sondra Haney

Therapist

Virtual • Villa Park, IL


“I provide an attentive, attuned, and client-centered therapeutic space where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered in their healing process.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Pfeifer

Megan Pfeifer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, future client! I believe everyone wants to feel happy, healthy, and fulfilled—but sometimes life gets in the way. I'm here to help you recognize your strengths, work through challenges, and move toward the changes you want. I'm easy to talk to and aim to make therapy feel like that honest conversation you’ve been needing—supportive, real, and refreshing. Sessions are always tailored to your goals in a warm, welcoming space.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Danika Contreras

Dr. Danika Contreras

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I'm here to listen and understand how I can help support you.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Leanne Goodwin

Leanne Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual • Robinson, IL


“Our sessions will be collaborative and exploratory. Although I am an expert on emotions and behaviors, I am not an expert on you but you are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jana Davis

Jana Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect different perspectives, ways to reduce (or sometimes clear) painful past experiences...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Quiroz

Melissa Quiroz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


At the heart of my practice is a genuine desire to help people grow. I believe every person has the ability to create a life that feels meaningful, connected, and aligned with their values. My role is to walk alongside clients as they navigate challenges, build new skills, and discover what’s possible for them. My style is warm, direct, and growth‐oriented.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Oehme

Danielle Oehme

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. Together, we'll explore the patterns that may be holding you back, build practical tools to manage life's challenges...”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stefanie Bonnell

Stefanie Bonnell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm here to be the person in your corner who actually gets it, and we'll likely laugh a little together along the way.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Meyer

Dawn Meyer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm glad you're here! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the past 20 years, I have found that reaching out for help is the hardest step for some. I hope I can help you move forward with that step. I offer experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and parenting issues. I also specialize in working with healthcare professionals and first responders. Please be aware I am unable to offer evening or weekend appointments. Appointment hours are M-Th 9am-3pm and F 10am-1pm.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Elgin, IL

Number of therapists serving Elgin, IL
There are over 750 therapists in Elgin, IL accepting new patients.
750+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 89%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 89%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 93%Woman
  • 6%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 8%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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