Find a therapist in Plainfield, IL — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Plainfield, IL accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in Plainfield, Illinois with 2,427 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Headway connects you with experienced therapists across neighborhoods like Crest Hill, Joliet, and Bolingbrook, accepting major insurance plans to help you access care affordably.
I believe that therapy works best when people feel understood, respected and safe. I have over 20 year of experience helping adults navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, identity exploration, grief/loss, life transitions and relationship challenges. Much of my career has been devoted to working with veterans and individuals who have faced difficult or traumatic experiences. I strongly believe in establishing a relationship of equals and mutual respect between therapist and client; one that leads to a guided journey of self-discovery and change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience. I am passionate about helping others overcome the anxiety, depression, and trauma that impact their lives. I've worked in education, government, and hospital settings, and I am a former U.S. Marine. I bring depth, knowledge and experience to each session and use them to help promote and support healing for my clients.
Dr. Maria Escobar is a licensed clinical social worker and Doctor of Social Work dedicated to advancing equity, empowerment, and well-being in diverse communities. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Dr. Escobar specializes in clinical practice areas, e.g., trauma-informed care, family systems, or mental health advocacy.
Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.
Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.
I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.
I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.
Areas of Expertise:
• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety/psychotic disorders)
• MAT: Buprenorphine/Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning
• Alcohol/Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)
• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis
• Residential/PHP/IOP programmed care & step-down planning
• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Plainfield, IL
- 97%Anxiety
- 90%Depression
- 82%Relationship issues
- 77%Stress management
- 73%Family issues
- 98%Aetna
- 98%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 95%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 72%Ascension
- 95%English
- 7%Spanish
- 3%Yoruba
- 2%Greek
- 2%Hindi
- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only
- 83%Woman
- 17%Man
- 42%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Clinical Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 45%Family therapy
- 28%Child or adolescent therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Plainfield, IL
Searching for therapists in Plainfield starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist experience matches your needs. People look for therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, stress, and trauma. As you compare Plainfield therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and details about the concerns they commonly support. A therapist bio can help you understand whether someone uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, couples counseling, or family therapy.
Plainfield is a smaller local market, so in-person options near Plainfield, Joliet, Crest Hill, and Bolingbrook may be more limited than in larger cities. Virtual therapy can expand your search while still helping you find a therapist licensed in Illinois. Consider practical fit as you narrow your options, including appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, experience, and what to expect in a first session.
Therapy in Plainfield can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and see an estimated cost before you book. You can browse therapists in Plainfield, review detailed bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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