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

Finding addiction support in Skokie doesn't have to be complicated. Headway connects you with experienced providers trained in 12-step facilitation, DBT skills, and relapse prevention strategies. Our 769 providers offer free intake consultations and availability within the next two weeks to help you take the first step toward recovery.

Flor Eldridge

Flor Eldridge

Therapist

Virtual • Johnston City, IL


My name is Flor Eldridge. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I can help equip you with techniques necessary to cope with your life challenges. I’ve been in the helping field for over 15 years. I have experience working with all ages and all walks of life.

When I am not working, I enjoy time with family and friends, and traveling.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Rodriguez

Mary Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe everyone has a story that needs to be heard and worked through so they can be the best version of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ryan Shuda

Ryan Shuda

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As your therapist, I am going to meet you where you are. One day that may be me listening, being objective, challenging, supportive, empowering, and validating.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Patrice Patton-Campbell

Dr. Patrice Patton-Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, collaborative, and grounded in helping you feel safe, seen, and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Gail Gabbert

Dr. Gail Gabbert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Galena, IL


“I have been a practicing therapist for over 30 years in the fields of relationships, addiction, and general mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alesha Morrison

Alesha Morrison

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Welcome! I’m a passionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting both youth and adults on their paths to healing. My focus lies in helping individuals navigate trauma, overcome anxiety disorders, and improve emotional well-being through child therapy and trauma-focused interventions.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Diaz

Julie Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life while also making space for the deeper work of understanding patterns, pain, and what they want next.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aaron Testard

Aaron Testard

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and therapy is most effective when it honors your unique experiences and strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Holloway

Taylor Holloway

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My work focuses on helping clients unpack shame, rebuild self-worth, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves and others.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Valerie Barnes

Valerie Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Orland Park, 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 5 insurance carriers
Tracy Deal

Tracy Deal

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, IL


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with youth, families, and vulnerable populations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bethany Genenbacher

Bethany Genenbacher

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I stay present with my clients in an open and non-judge mental way. I am empathic, believe my clients are doing the best that they can...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Claudia Johnson

Claudia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I enjoy getting to work with people to process through those parts of ourselves we hide or shame with acceptance, kindness, and curiosity.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jodee Elliot Schwartz

Jodee Elliot Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a client-centered therapist, it is important for me to create the space you need so you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Madaline Knaupp

Madaline Knaupp

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself-messy thoughts, mixed feelings, and all.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nechola Hodge

Nechola Hodge

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is supportive but direct, offering both empathy and honest feedback to help clients move forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandy Matthews

Brandy Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is direct, supportive, and solution-oriented. I don't believe in just talking without direction- together, we focus on building practical strategies that help you manage emotions, improve coping, and feel more in control of your...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Crystal Moore

Crystal Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a supportive and safe space for healing and growth, where trust and empathy are the heart of my work.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Zimmerman

Julie Zimmerman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My ability to use humor, immediately set one at ease, quickly discern "with" the client their growth areas, and help to construct appropriate measures for real steps and solutions is invaluable to raising one's self-esteem in the first session and...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie Goddard

Julie Goddard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rushville, IL


“I want my clients to feel confident and empowered. I believe that emotional regulation is the key to keeping us emotionally grounded and also that to manage your emotions you must allow yourself to feel them first.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alice Badger

Alice Badger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mount Vernon, IL


“I believe the most important role she is to listen, guide, and help clients create and achieve their own goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Gordon

Andrew Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am sincere about providing my clients the space and compassion needed to feel understood and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Kenyatta Black

Kenyatta Black

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is a open minded approach. I make sure I am actively listening to what you are saying and building on those skills that will help you to get where you want to be in this Journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Danielle Kendall

Danielle Kendall

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Lenox, IL


“Patients often describe my style as thorough, collaborative, and easy to talk to, and I'm committed to helping each person understand their options and feel supported in their treatment journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karla Ragsdale

Karla Ragsdale

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a supportive and compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward meaningful healing, growth, and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michelle Cruz

Michelle Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults of all ages and families. I am bilingual so I offer therapy in english and spanish.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Obafemi

Rachel Obafemi

Therapist

Virtual • Fox Lake, IL


“I specialize in supporting individuals navigating the heavy intersections of chronic medical conditions, grief, and significant trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sheila Dalton

Sheila Dalton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My number one intention is work side by side with you to help process your feelings, gain skills and achieve the desired results to live a healthy happy life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christian Payant

Christian Payant

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Everyone in their life faces conflict at some point, and I believe that when conflict is handled healthily it can foster meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tristin Capelle

Tristin Capelle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Together, we work to understand your current symptoms, interpersonal dynamics, and how these patterns affect your daily life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kathryn Weber

Kathryn Weber

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I firmly believe that every individual is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution to the challenges we face.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Guy Washington

Dr. Guy Washington

Psychologist

Virtual • Peoria, IL


“I am an honorably discharged and retired Army veteran who can relate to the military culture, lifestyle, and way of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brina Auguste

Brina Auguste

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in helping people identify and achieve their personal goals by coping with the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and depression.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karla Bonkowski Magnan

Karla Bonkowski Magnan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“For 20 years I specialized in divorce issues, both in families with high amounts of conflict and custody disagreements...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Younger

Nicole Younger

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My aim is to provide a safe and compassionate environment for my clients to explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and work toward their personal goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Pascale Davis

Pascale Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“As a survivor of Complex PTSD myself, I have a special understanding and passion about helping others heal with patience and grace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nedra Everett

Nedra Everett

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My philosophy centers on building a trust-based relationship allowing you to navigate your therapeutic journey with confidence and support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Alesha Caldwell

Dr. Alesha Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I can tailor responses based on your tone and needs—whether you're looking for validation, insight, practical tools, or just a safe space to vent.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sabrina Rowe

Sabrina Rowe

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is to assess the individual, comprehend the stressors while providing a strength-based clinical intervention through a client-centered perspective.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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