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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Oak Park, IL

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Oak Park, IL

Navigating postpartum mental health in Oak Park is easier with Headway's network of 771 providers offering talk therapy and medication management. Many providers have immediate openings, and insurance coverage can reduce your session costs significantly.

Kionie Abraham

Kionie Abraham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a whole-person, trauma-informed approach that recognizes the connection between physical health, mental well-being, and life experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Rhoads

Brandi Rhoads

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Healthcare is more than treating acute and chronic conditions. We will treat the whole person—mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ebitari O Fregene

Dr. Ebitari O Fregene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim to be a beacon of hope as I identify my patients' strengths and guide them toward a brighter future.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa ODonnell

Melissa ODonnell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I earned my master’s degree in social work from George Williams College and hold licensure in both Illinois and Wisconsin. My clinical experience spans work with diverse populations, including teens and adults navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. I am trained in several evidence‐based therapeutic modalities—CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR—which allows me to tailor treatment to each person’s needs and support meaningful, sustainable change.

I provide individual therapy as well as family and couples work. I value helping people move through life’s stressors, strengthen their coping skills, and recognize the progress they make toward their goals.

If you have questions about the services and supports available to you, your family, or your loved ones, I’m here to help. I’d also be glad to share more about what I enjoy most in the therapeutic process and how we can work together to build a healthier, more grounded life.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Vaca

Jacqueline Vaca

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing begins when you feel truly heard, but it grows through insight, self-compassion, and practical tools that help you move differently in your daily life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mercy Abunaw

Mercy Abunaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“During our sessions together, I will treat you with respect, compassion and understanding, exploring every evidence-based medication or technique possible to help you overcome the challenges that have been holding you back.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Benjamin De La Torre

Benjamin De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients using a humanistic solution focused approach incorporating mindfulness and exploring the clients' experiences and how they can re-write the story of their lives by their design.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nirmal Dass

Nirmal Dass

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in individualized, nonjudgmental, empathetic and empowering approach in providing care to my clients.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Shelton

Lisa Shelton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should be a safe, welcoming space where you can be yourself without fear of judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachel Amodu

Dr. Rachel Amodu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Everybody's journey is unique, that's why we create personalized treatment plan tailored just for you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Akamin Nkengaka

Dr. Akamin Nkengaka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Together, we'll create a safe space to understand what's holding you back, strengthen healthy coping skills, and help you build a life that feels more balanced, connected, and meaningful.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Foster

Emily Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm and empathic, welcoming your whole self into the work. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to help you feel more grounded and supported...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Octavia Torres

Octavia Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Marion, IL


“I'm not only a therapist with 5 years of experience working with young children from 5 to 10 but I am also a mother to 3 children.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Corbin

Catherine Corbin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am not seeing couples at this time. I work best with women. Are you ready to say no without guilt? I use the feminist theory of counseling to examine the effects of power structures in your life. I use guided meditation to reprogram subconscious beliefs like, "I'm not good enough," and, "No one loves me." I’m neurodivergent affirming and have worked with many high achievers. I study adult attachment styles and how to become secure. I have been a counselor for 14 years. I enjoy meditating and walking in nature. I study psychology, spirituality, quantum physics, business, and nutrition.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrea Strickler

Andrea Strickler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy should be a place where you can show up exactly as you are—with your worries, struggles, questions, and hopes—and feel truly heard and understood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lonette George

Lonette George

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


My therapy room is a space where you don’t have to explain yourself. You can show up, fully and authentically, without the need to code-switch or justify your experiences. Our sessions are a dedicated time for you to be heard and understood without judgment.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aminat Adebare

Aminat Adebare

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Plaines, IL


“I believe mental health is more than just a list of symptoms; it's about your environment, your history, and your goals.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Juton Strickland

Juton Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


Welcome. Seeking therapy is a meaningful step, and I believe you deserve a space where you can feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that people have the capacity to heal, grow, and build lives that feel more manageable and fulfilling. I am Juton and I am a clinically licensed professional with over 15 years of experience providing crisis intervention, grief support, behavioral health services, clinical practice support, and training for helping professionals. My professional background includes work with individuals facing acute stress, life transitions, loss, emotional overwhelm, relationship concerns, and the effects of demanding work or caregiving roles. I work with adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, grief and bereavement, adjustment challenges, trauma-related stress, low self-esteem, or difficulty managing major changes in their lives. I am especially passionate about supporting people in high-stress helping professions, including healthcare workers, first responders, educators, caregivers, and behavioral health professionals. I would be honored to support you on that journey.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karyn Flores

Karyn Flores

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I ask a lot of questions before I suggest something new because I want to understand what has worked and what matters most to you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Iesha Coleman-Nwagwu

Iesha Coleman-Nwagwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alsip, IL


“I believe in a holistic and collaborative approach to care—one that not only addresses symptoms but also prioritizes overall well-being, education, and long-term resilience.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Aaliyah Caulton

Dr. Aaliyah Caulton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing happens in a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Rhoades

Nicole Rhoades

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I believe therapy is a safe space where clients feel heard and accepted for who they are. I approach clients with compassion, understanding, and without judgement. I recognize that everyone has unique experiences, needs, goals, and strengths. For me, building a genuine and trusting relationship is an important part of the therapeutic process. I want my clients to feel that they can be open and honest while knowing that I’m there to support them. I see therapy as a collaborative process, where we work together to identify goals, explore challenges, and find tools and strategies that can make life feel more manageable.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lydia Schatzel

Lydia Schatzel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a honest direct therapist who will challenge you, using only positive reinforcement, positive intention, because that is how you get the positive outcome!”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nashat Ali

Nashat Ali

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I trained in medicine before I became a therapist, and it changed what I listen for. When a client tells me her chest tightens before every meeting, or that she can't stop thinking about a diagnosis, I take the physical side of that seriously.

I hold a PhD in health psychology and I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and Florida. My published research is on post-traumatic growth in women. Since 2020 I've also taught graduate counseling and psychology as an adjunct professor.

I see adults dealing with trauma and complex trauma, chronic illness, health anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions. I work with women through perinatal and postpartum struggles and through fertility challenges. I also see adolescents.

I speak English, Hindi, Arabic, and Urdu. If you're dealing with immigration, acculturation, or family expectations that don't translate easily, you won't have to explain that context to me first.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelley Eisenberg

Dr. Shelley Eisenberg

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a supportive, collaborative, space where clients can learn to navigate life's challenges with compassion and care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shakira Olans

Shakira Olans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and judgment-free. I take time to listen, understand your story, and work with you to create a treatment plan that supports your individual needs and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Thomas-Marlow

Laura Thomas-Marlow

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a therapist, I am passionate about using evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanne Martinez

Suzanne Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m Suzanne. I approach this work with intention and respect. When you sit across from me—even virtually—you have my full attention. My style is direct, honest, and grounded. I won’t overreact, and I won’t minimize your experience. I believe in your capacity to grow, and at times I will challenge you—with care and purpose—to help you move forward.

You can expect steadiness, discretion, and a focus on meaningful change, not just endless processing. Therapy is an investment of your time, energy, and trust, and I take that seriously. My goal is to support you in making real, lasting progress with clarity and confidence.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Donna Bredrup

Dr. Donna Bredrup

Therapist

Virtual • Westmont, IL


“My approach goes beyond simply diagnosing and treating pathology to using therapy as a tool to help people grow.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Motunrayo Olooto

Motunrayo Olooto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe effective care starts with creating a safe, judgment-free environment where you can openly share your experiences, concerns, and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary OConnor

Mary OConnor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bloomington, IL


“My role is to walk beside you with care and respect, offering guidance and tools when helpful, while shaping our work around your needs, values, and hopes.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With over 20 years of experience, I blend evidence-based approaches like CBT with a warm, collaborative style that helps you feel heard and supported.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frances Morken

Frances Morken

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a compassionate therapist specializing in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), helping clients build balance, resilience, and emotional clarity.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create an atmosphere that is relaxed yet purposeful, always grounded in active listening and clear, respectful boundaries.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joy Watkins

Joy Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I understand the pain and suffering that goes along with deep feelings of sadness from everyday life event, losing a child, parents, siblings or friends.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health located within 20 miles of Oak Park, IL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Oak Park, IL
There are over 34 therapists in Oak Park, IL accepting new patients.
34+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 91%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 88%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 97%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 88%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%French
  • 6%German
  • 6%Polish
  • 6%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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