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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Northbrook, IL

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Northbrook, IL

Headway connects Northbrook residents with 876 licensed therapists experienced in evidence-based OCD treatment, including Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Virtual and in-person sessions offer flexibility, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Joseph Spagnola

Joseph Spagnola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elmhurst, IL


“I believe that everyone is different, and that is why I work diligently with each of one my clients to ensure the completion of individualized health and wellness goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chelsea Hilsendager

Dr. Chelsea Hilsendager

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a doctoral-level clinician and mother, I bring both my clinical expertise and lived experiences to help you on your journey.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gia Short

Gia Short

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I believe mental health care works best when you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your treatment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. John Cooley

Dr. John Cooley

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is grounded, supportive, and focused on real healing. I work collaboratively with clients to create change that feels practical, meaningful, and sustainable.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 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.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christopher Nora

Christopher Nora

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I place a strong emphasis on creating an environment that fosters comfortable conversation, safety, and openness between us as partners in the therapeutic process.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Deron

Jessica Deron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Illinois


“My approach is calm, intuitive, and deeply collaborative — I work with clients to understand the emotional patterns shaping their lives and help them build clarity, confidence, and self‐compassion.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rick McEwan

Rick McEwan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Rick McEwan's guiding philosophy is to be a "friend in healthcare," recognizing that seeking help is a courageous act.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ashley Wilkinson

Ashley Wilkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Naperville, IL


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe place to land, where you feel understood, supported, and not alone.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittany Warren

Brittany Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With each client session I like to give client the opportunity to share their lived experiences and reflect on their struggles while providing them specific tools and strategies to improve their overall well-being and quality of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rihab Yako

Rihab Yako

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Having grown up in a collective culture and as a survivor of trauma myself, I deeply value the power of connection...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Proano

Diane Proano

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm also fluent in Spanish and passionate about serving the Hispanic community, providing culturally sensitive and accessible care to every client I meet.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Layne Stambaugh

Layne Stambaugh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Canton, IL


“My goal is to cultivate a deep and personalized understanding of each patient which is often missed in larger scale clinics.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathryn Klee

Kathryn Klee

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“After you share your story with me know that I will always support and empower you in a nonjudgmental safe space.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Diaz

Julie Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life while also making space for the deeper work of understanding patterns, pain, and what they want next.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Peter Hopkins

Peter Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I approach clients with compassion and validation. We work together to improve life and expand your joy, even in difficult situations and suffering.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Brookman

Megan Brookman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in walking alongside you while we navigate the stressors, symptoms and obstacles of your life.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Samantha Bray-Klay

Samantha Bray-Klay

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alyssa DeMatteo

Alyssa DeMatteo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, compassionate and collaborative. I always want individuals to feel as though they are a part of their own treatment team.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Myah Knight

Myah Knight

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a Certified Anxiety Informed Professional and trained in Exposure & Response Prevention & Acceptance Commitment therapies for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, & Phobias.”
OCD, Anxiety, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Adams

Amy Adams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to build a strong working therapeutic relationship with my patients. I want my patients to feel that their concerns and goals are listened to and we can work on solutions together.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Austin Ross

Austin Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I believe people deserve to feel understood before they’re asked to change. My approach to therapy is direct and collaborative. I work primarily with men and couples who feel stuck in patterns of conflict, disconnection, defensiveness, or shutting down, and want to better understand themselves and the people they care about.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joyce Alvarado

Joyce Alvarado

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Raised by my grandmother, I learned early the power of wisdom and resilience — lessons that continue to guide the care I provide today.”
OCD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Haley Bichsel

Haley Bichsel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach blends solution-focused, trauma-informed care with evidence-based tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer "Jenni" Brooks

Dr. Jennifer "Jenni" Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Peoria, IL


“You are the expert on your story and have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Chidinma Oji

Chidinma Oji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in open and nonjudgmental communication. Your concerns, preferences and values do matter in your care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 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.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Shafer

Katherine Shafer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Hi, my name is Kat and I am a Deaf therapist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), I bring both professional expertise and deep cultural lived experience to my practice.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniel Paratore

Dr. Daniel Paratore

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I like to keep it real! I see therapy as teaming up to form a manageable action plan designed to reduce undesirable behaviors/cognitions/feelings and/or to elicit desirable outcomes.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emilie Brazinski

Emilie Brazinski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


As a therapist, my top priority is proving my clients with trauma informed and empathetic care. My approach to therapy is to meet my clients where they are and work in collaboration to help them achieve their highest potential.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. George Savarese

Dr. George Savarese

Therapist

Virtual • Arlington Heights, IL


“I believe that you are the true expert of your own story and that you already possess the many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Samantha Morgan

Samantha Morgan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and focused on helping each person feel heard while working together to promote meaningful and lasting change.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joseph Vargo

Joseph Vargo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work to create a nonjudgmental, affirming environment where people can be honest about what they are experiencing without fear of criticism.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 7 insurance carriers
John Vizuete

John Vizuete

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shanell Gladson

Shanell Gladson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bartonville, IL


“I believe that improving mental health begins with a strong foundation in wellness—addressing sleep, nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional support.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Beth Davison

Beth Davison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to make lasting, positive changes in their lives.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ryan Porter

Ryan Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Illinois


“I aim to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Felix Acuna Olivos

Felix Acuna Olivos

Therapist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


“I provide a space where we can address persistent patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior, trauma symptoms, uncertainty regarding self-blame and accountability...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elisa Frazier

Elisa Frazier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I tend to utilize cognitive behavior, solution-focused, psychodynamic as well as acceptance and commitment therapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Northbrook, IL
There are over 49 therapists in Northbrook, IL accepting new patients.
49+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 100%OCD
  • 92%Stress management
  • 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 98%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 84%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
  • 2%Greek
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 59%Woman
  • 37%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 12%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 27%Child or adolescent therapy

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