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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Plainfield, IL

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Plainfield, IL

Whether you're navigating opioid use disorder, stimulant abuse, or nicotine dependence, Headway connects Plainfield individuals with experienced addiction specialists who offer flexible virtual and in-person sessions. Our providers utilize proven techniques including 12-Step Facilitation, DBT skills, and relapse prevention to guide your recovery journey.

Catherine Cordell

Catherine Cordell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a collaborative, person-centered approach—tailoring therapy to fit your goals, strengths, and needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 9 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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jourdan Facen

Jourdan Facen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a welcoming space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as we work toward the changes that matter to you.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carlos Cantu

Carlos Cantu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I use evidence-based therapies such as CBT, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you regain balance, strengthen your resilience, and move toward a more meaningful life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Katlyn HIndle

Katlyn HIndle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Schaumburg, IL


“I believe therapy is 80% you and the work you do outside of sessions, and 20% me in what we do during the session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Deborah Danner

Dr. Deborah Danner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Elgin, IL


“Dr. Danner strives to provide culturally sensitive care and welcomes each client as they are in the therapy space.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Valerie Barnes

Valerie Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I believe that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, and I strive to meet each person where they are with respect for their unique story, identity, and pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aleks Kico

Aleks Kico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Inverness, IL


“Therapy, at its best, is not about blame or quick fixes, it's about clarity, responsibility, and learning how to move forward with strength and purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chaka Holley

Chaka Holley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I am always an attentive listener. I deeply value my client's perspective and work collaboratively to achieve change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Page

Dr. Lisa Page

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Park Ridge, IL


“By the end of each session, clients will feel supported, understood, and will have a clear understandingn of 'next steps'.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kristen Svatos

Kristen Svatos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Des Plaines, IL


“I like to take a humanistic, client centered approach to therapy utilizing client strengths to create a collaborative, safe environment to process trauma and experiences...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Barney Straus

Barney Straus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I specialize in helping people recover from additions and compulsive behaviors, such as online porn use and gambling.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ronald Bennett

Ronald Bennett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • DeKalb, IL


“Helping each individual to regulate their emotions and feel at ease in speaking freely about personal concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a space to explore ingrained habits in relationships, to build trust that allows you to feel your emotions and learn new healthy habits.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Darian Gier

Darian Gier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My approach to therapy is very relational and supportive. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is at the heart of the best therapeutic growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I work with my patients in a partnership that lets us build a plan that will work the best for them!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Heta Shah

Heta Shah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Hoffman Estates, IL


“Heta is known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, taking the time to listen to her patients' concerns and develop individualized treatment plans that meet their unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anne Zakaras

Anne Zakaras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“Anne's integrative, client-centered, relational approach is rooted in evidence-based psychotherapeutic practices combined with art therapy techniques...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lise Schiffer

Lise Schiffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


I am a solution focused therapist with 39 years of experience. My therapy style is cognitive, interactive, compassionate, and, if need be, challenging. I believe effective therapy should produce change, not just insight. I will listen to you deeply, help conceptualize the problems, patterns, and dynamics which are causing you trouble, and give you feedback. Together, we will develop a strategy for more effective functioning and a better quality of life. therapy.

I do not do phone consultations.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Torrey Dunk

Torrey Dunk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Algonquin, IL


“My approach is thoughtful, steady, and grounded in creating a safe, calm environment where clients feel respected and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joslyn Jelinek

Joslyn Jelinek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“The day to day world is field work and what we do during our session is work and revise new strategies to use during field work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Warren Heard

Warren Heard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Algonquin, IL


“My approach is direct, practical, and focused on real change. I'm not the type of therapist who simply listens and nods.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Men's issues, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Tobiloba Adewolu

Dr. Tobiloba Adewolu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I provide compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lonny Levin

Lonny Levin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I've been there, too. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to share your struggles and to work together on finding ways to move forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danuta Olson-Schuessler

Danuta Olson-Schuessler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Evanston, IL


“I'm a warm, compassionate therapist who believes that therapy should be a place where you can be fully yourself—without judgment and without having to have all the answers.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolyn Parker

Carolyn Parker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Grove, IL


“I am an intuitive Somatic Experiencing Practitioner who believes that our body and mind work together for our good.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Howard

Lauren Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Northbrook, IL


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I take a grounded, practical approach—helping clients learn to ride life's waves instead of fighting against them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ann Matus

Ann Matus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Buffalo Grove, IL


“I aim to build an authentic non-judgmental therapeutic relationship rooted in empathy, hope, and support...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gehovell Rounds

Gehovell Rounds

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Libertyville, IL


“As an integrative provider, I see medication as one helpful tool among several, not the only answer.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danny Ross

Danny Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grayslake, IL


I am an LCSW, and have been since 2014, and a LMSW for 2 years prior to that. I have a masters degree in Clinical Social work and work with individuals, couples and families. I work with those with anxiety, depression, communication issues, and most issues that we are going through currently.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jerry Blecha

Jerry Blecha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


“I have worked extensively with alcoholics and adult children of alcoholics and run groups for the adult children of alcoholic population.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Emily Spillios

Emily Spillios

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I’m Emily, a licensed psychotherapist and Clinical Social Worker with a specialization in healthcare from Aurora University. I have extensive experience across various levels of care—including inpatient psychiatric settings, residential treatment, PHP/IOP, and community mental health—I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals facing co-occurring disorders, addiction, eating disorders, and trauma.

Through my work with complex cases, I have observed that many challenges are deeply rooted in trauma and systemic issues.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Anna Lee

Dr. Anna Lee

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a clinical psychologist licensed in California and Illinois, and can see clients from both states. I support clients with variety of mental health conditions such as mood disorders, relationships issues, addictions, stress management, sport and performance psychology and health behaviors, trauma, insomnia and eating disorders. My therapy style is personable, connected, focused, and attuned.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diane Proano

Diane Proano

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mokena, IL


“I believe mental health treatment should feel human, not rushed. I take time to understand each person's story and tailor treatment plans that align with their goals and values.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 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.”
Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wayland Smith

Wayland Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“ACT with noted focus on mood disorders. I also do dual diagnosis work and marriage counseling with Integrated Behavioral Couples Therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christine Rexroat

Christine Rexroat

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I grew up on the south side of Chicago. I am married and have two adult children. I have been a registered nurse for 30 years, primarily in women’s health and psychology and psychiatry nursing. I became a clinical mental health counselor 5 years ago, graduated from Bradley University.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bethany Judson

Bethany Judson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to explore what has brought you to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Reagan-Vorasorn

Mary Reagan-Vorasorn

Therapist

Virtual • Naperville, IL


“I believe in a person's inherent healing potential. My goal is to create a safe space where your story will be heard with the utmost compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Cain

Julie Cain

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring warmth and compassion to these conversations, but I'll also be honest with you when I notice patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Plainfield, IL

Number of therapists serving Plainfield, IL
There are over 827 therapists in Plainfield, IL accepting new patients.
827+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 82%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 98%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 94%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 74%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
  • 1%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 29%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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