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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Park Ridge, IL

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Park Ridge, IL

Struggling with intrusive thoughts, nightmares, or avoidance after trauma? Headway's Park Ridge network offers specialized PTSD treatment including DBT skills, relaxation training, and trauma-informed care. Access therapy with copays as low as $0 through insurance, and save up to 75% on sessions.

Dr. Julissa Pagan Pena

Dr. Julissa Pagan Pena

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I integrate systemic, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioral approaches in where the therapeutic relationship is highly collaborative.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittany Pettiford

Brittany Pettiford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is both goal-oriented and psychodynamic, allowing us to address specific areas of improvement while also exploring deeper patterns and past experiences that may be shaping your present.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Destinie Lambert

Destinie Lambert

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic approach is culturally grounded, emotionally attuned and rooted in connection, meeting clients exactly where they are without judgement.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Faith Perrin

Faith Perrin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I consider myself an integrative psychotherapist because I do not believe in a "one size fits all" treatment plan.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simone Ayala

Simone Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I am supportive and challenging when necessary as the over all goal is for clients to heal and thrive throughout changes in life, to become the best version of themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ken Markovic

Ken Markovic

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Tigist Taylor

Tigist Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the client is just as important as the therapist in this process, therefore I do not utilize a one-size-fits-all approach.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karla Crespo

Karla Crespo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a Latina immigrant, I understand how family expectations, cultural messages, and being the first to navigate unfamiliar financial systems can shape your experiences.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mustafa Moazam

Mustafa Moazam

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care with careful attention to each patient's concerns.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Wagner

Lauren Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • Joliet, IL


“I believe therapy should be collaborative and grounded in trust, creating a safe space where you can express yourself without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sidney Johnson

Sidney Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Healing happens through relationship, and I believe that change begins when clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Burns

Sean Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is direct, grounded, and nonjudgmental, with a focus on helping you build emotional awareness, resilience, and lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wytonya Byrd

Wytonya Byrd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


Something feels off, and you cannot quite name it. Maybe anxiety is keeping you up at night. Or depression has made even simple things feel impossible. Or ADHD has been quietly driving your life for years. Whatever you are carrying, you deserve care that holds all of it. I'm Wytonya, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience, offering psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive therapy in one relationship,

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janice Kerr

Janice Kerr

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy can give you a place to slow down, understand what you are feeling, and focus on yourself without judgment or pressure.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 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.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shirlisa Love

Shirlisa Love

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in decisions about your care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Anderson

Elizabeth Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I believe feeling heard and understood is an important part of therapy...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alicia Ali

Alicia Ali

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


My name is Alicia Ali. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience in my field. I enjoy working with people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community as they navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their best self. I specialize in helping clients manage work/life stressors, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Tanya White

Tanya White

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy works best when you feel understood and the work reflects your experiences, relationships, strengths, and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Iva Andonovska

Iva Andonovska

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“In our sessions, we will work collaboratively on identifying and removing barriers to healing and healthy habit formation.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Twitchell

Jessica Twitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic approach is to help individuals follow this inner wisdom to a more fulfilling future.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kenneth Vick

Kenneth Vick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kenneth Leggin

Kenneth Leggin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Self-determination is key to a fulfilling life. My approach is to assist clients with unlocking the door of their potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Donnavieve Smith

Donnavieve Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect to feel more empowered after working with me. One of the most fundamental human needs is to be seen and heard.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Orly Avidor

Orly Avidor

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported, while also providing the structure and tools needed for real, lasting change.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Essenpreis

Daniel Essenpreis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


"If your problem is like a mountain, I can't carry you up it. But I can walk with you every step of the journey."

Hi, I’m Dan. I’m a licensed psychotherapist with experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I have also worked as a school counselor and as a behavior therapist for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I focus on issues such as anxiety, depression, men's mental health issues, behavioral issues, stress, coping skills, life transitions, mood disorders, relationship issues, school issues, self esteem, self-harm, spirituality, trauma and thought disorders.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Cheryl Krautsak

Cheryl Krautsak

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Expertise with teens, adults, and families. Clinical focus and interests include Anxiety, depression, relationships issues, work struggles, substance abuse, anxiety, OCD, Life/situational stressors, parenting, and family conflict related to...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Gentry

Jessica Gentry

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I think my clients would describe me as genuine and warm... real healing often takes place in real relationships.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tomario Stamps

Tomario Stamps

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Great to meet you! I’m Mario (or Tomario), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families through life's toughest challenges. Whether you're navigating career stress, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, depression, or substance use, my goal is to serve as a supportive catalyst for positive change in your life.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Angela Jalloh

Angela Jalloh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in seeing the person behind the diagnosis and walking alongside you toward healing and growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brian LeBaron

Brian LeBaron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Freeport, IL


“As a results-oriented and caring therapist, I will work together with you to overcome the challenges you experience...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
LaShawn Etheridge

LaShawn Etheridge

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background working with children, families and people impacted by childhood, relational and systemic trauma. I believe the work that I get to do as a therapist is a calling from God (a path that I initially resisted, lol). I hope to offer you a safe holding space to unpack (in no particular order) the heavy and hard things that burden you; to help you manage the tension between the good and hard life that you have been given.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tarik Brown

Tarik Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a friendly harm reduction therapist dedicated to a trauma-informed and client-centered approach.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Marcos Erazo

Marcos Erazo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is always to empower my clients to create safe space, balance, time, and strength to process and embrace their needs.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carter Redfield

Carter Redfield

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My understanding of chronic illness is both professional and personal, which helps me recognize the emotional weight of living in a body that may require constant attention and care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Osha

Angela Osha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, curious, and solution-oriented, and I aim to create a space where you can speak openly about what you're experiencing while working toward meaningful, practical changes.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kyla Donovan

Kyla Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in taking a holistic mind/body/spirit approach when it comes to treating mental health and focus on creating greater harmony between these aspects of an individual's life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Park Ridge, IL
There are over 114 therapists in Park Ridge, IL accepting new patients.
114+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 94%Trauma
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 95%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 84%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 4%Polish
  • 3%French
  • 3%German
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 68%Woman
  • 31%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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