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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.

Alex Kawliche

Alex Kawliche

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring diverse experiences from private practice and 10 years in substance abuse treatment, specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Blum

Julia Blum

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-life experience. We'll work together to help you reconnect with yourself and make meaningful changes.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Jansen

Laura Jansen

Therapist

Virtual • Centralia, IL


“I take a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to therapy, helping clients build resilience, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Haley Bichsel

Haley Bichsel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Quincy, IL


“With over 10 years of experience, I help people who are dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, and childhood emotional or behavioral challenges find practical ways to feel better.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Violeta Rodriguez

Violeta Rodriguez

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can better understand what you are experiencing while developing practical strategies for meaningful and lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Hamilton

Melissa Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy should be used as a tool to provide the knowledge, help, and support needed to understand problems and develop skills to cope with them.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Monday Ogbeibor

Monday Ogbeibor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Current clients describe me as a great listener, and I love to give ample time to truly hear what you've been feeling so we can come up with the right plan of action.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kelly Rennels

Kelly Rennels

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 make meaningful changes in daily life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stefanie Bonnell

Stefanie Bonnell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I've supported hundreds of people through fertility treatments, loss, and the hard decisions about what comes next.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kyle Cosentino

Kyle Cosentino

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As an experienced therapist who specializes in treating anxiety and low self-esteem, I believe that fear does not have to be a way of life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Lytle

Sara Lytle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help my clients find meaning and hope amidst suffering; experience greater awareness and psychological flexibility; and live in alignment with their deepest values.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Orren Reeves

Orren Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


Hi, I’m Orren Reeves, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than a decade of experience supporting teens and adults through life’s challenges. I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. My approach is trauma-informed and strengths-based, creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore what you’re experiencing, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to move forward with greater confidence and clarity. It would be an honor to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing, growth, and a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic to you.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dezaray Jones

Dezaray Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can be honest, feel understood, and show up as your full self without fear of judgment.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bethany Vanne

Bethany Vanne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dunlap, IL


“My passion is to come alongside broken and hurting people as they begin their journeys of healing and growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Avi Levin

Avi Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“It's within the potential space of the therapeutic experience that we can grow beyond our prior limitations.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gretchen Aich

Gretchen Aich

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m Gretchen, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP, ANCC) with a Master of Science in Nursing from Lewis University. I work with individuals, teens, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, and substance use concerns, providing care in both English and Spanish. I bring experience from emergency departments, inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and private practice, and I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported. I value collaboration and flexibility, tailoring each session to your needs so you can feel empowered to make meaningful changes.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Allen

Elizabeth Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy services is based on nurturing a trusted partnership with my clients and outlining strategies together to achieve goals the client has set for themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Mary Osorio-Aldana

Mary Osorio-Aldana

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore life's challenges safely and honestly.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cassandra Wimberly

Cassandra Wimberly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I know how important it is to have a space where your identity, culture, and lived experiences are welcomed, not set aside or merely tolerated.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kayla Pearson

Kayla Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Life can be messy, and you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I’m an LCSW who genuinely enjoys helping people recognize their strengths and feel more confident in who they are. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, trauma, stress, relationships, and life’s challenges. Most importantly, I want you to feel comfortable being yourself with me.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Barbara Laidlaw

Barbara Laidlaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, IL


“I'm a trauma-informed therapist with 13 years of experience, including 11 years supporting prison and parole populations as they rebuild safety, stability, and self-trust.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rineeta Jabin-John

Rineeta Jabin-John

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about supporting individuals through their mental health journey and creating a safe, welcoming space where patients feel heard, respected, and understood.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bonnie Routh

Bonnie Routh

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have personal experience with this from the client's perspective. I actually became a counselor because I had an amazing therapist who helped me so greatly.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Price Lybarger

Carla Price Lybarger

Therapist

Virtual • Glen Carbon, IL


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a background in trauma-informed care, school social work, and a deep passion for supporting mothers, caregivers, and individuals healing from religious trauma. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, ADHD, and spiritual wounding. My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative, with a focus on helping clients feel safe, seen, and heard. I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space for those processing complex life experiences, including clients who are deconstructing rigid belief systems or navigating the impact of spiritual abuse or exclusion. I welcome clients of all identities and backgrounds, and I deeply value honest connections and authenticity in the healing process.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Daniel Atkins

Daniel Atkins

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“He works with trauma conditioning in all forms and offers a safe, compassionate space to explore your issues and uncover the roots of your distress.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Katherine Rack

Katherine Rack

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing begins when we create enough safety to honestly explore the experiences, relationships, and systems that have pulled us away from our authentic selves.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joan Ajide

Joan Ajide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Vernon Hills, IL


“I hold a dual board certification with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric nurse practitioner.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura McClure

Laura McClure

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


With a career spanning nearly two decades in child welfare and clinical social work, Laura provides a specialized safe place for youth (ages 3–26) navigating life’s most difficult experiences. Her practice focuses on building inner coping and resilience by enhancing bodily awareness and active curiosity, ensuring that healing isn’t just a cognitive process, but a physical one.

Specialized Clinical Focus:

Childhood Trauma: Expert in childhood sexual abuse, abuse and neglect, grief, bullying, complex medical diagnosis/complications, and all the BAD, SAD, and SCARY things in-between.

Specialized Sexual Behavior Work: Extensive experience facilitating therapy for children and adolescents with inappropriate and illegal sexual behaviors.

Systemic Support: Navigating foster care, adoption, divorce, family and/or sibling dynamics, behavioral struggles, and school avoidance.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eric Quasie

Eric Quasie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm known for translating clinical jargon into plain language, so you always understand what's happening with your own brain and why we're making the decisions we are.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rosey Puloka

Rosey Puloka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. Sessions are more conversational than clinical.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Engram-Sims

Rachel Engram-Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that healing happens in the context of safe, supportive relationships—starting with the one we build in therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tyler Owens

Tyler Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master's degree in Social Work and extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. My background includes working in school settings and with youth in foster care and their families.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dori Exum

Dori Exum

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring a warm, grounded, and collaborative approach to healing, shaped by honors‐level graduate work and 17 years of experience supporting youth and families across Illinois, Kansas, and Missouri.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marci Zago

Marci Zago

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's getting in the way and build practical tools to feel more confident and balanced.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leonard Tedesco

Leonard Tedesco

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to make the therapeutic environment a comfortable and non-judgmental place where clients feel they can fully express themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariam Bello

Mariam Bello

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe effective mental health care begins with listening. My goal is to understand you as a whole person, not simply a diagnosis, and work with you toward greater stability, functioning, and quality of life.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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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