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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Illinois

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Illinois

Illinois residents seeking OCD support can connect with 812 licensed providers on Headway who specialize in evidence-based treatments like Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and appointments within two weeks.

Sara Speier

Sara Speier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and major life transitions.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karim Escobar Franklin

Karim Escobar Franklin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My work with clients is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, with a strong emphasis on emotional safety, regulation, and practical skill-building.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sophie Murphy

Sophie Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a woman of trans experience, I am deeply committed to offering an affirming, inclusive space where all identities, relationships, and ways of being are welcome.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lilia Meschbach

Lilia Meschbach

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“She believes meaningful change happens when clients feel truly seen and understood, and she works alongside them to explore patterns...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Olusola

Joseph Olusola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Homewood, IL


I believe quality mental health care starts with feeling heard and respected. I take a collaborative, patient-centered approach and work to understand the whole person, not just symptoms. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space while offering thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to each individual’s needs.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ryan Watters

Ryan Watters

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative and direct: I'll meet you where you are, but I'll also gently push when it's useful.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alan Deibel

Alan Deibel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“When I lost my mother at 13, I learned to survive by staying strong, keeping it together, and minimizing my own pain.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Margaret Awa Tembu

Margaret Awa Tembu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a warm and collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in your life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Candice Yeargin

Candice Yeargin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“You will find my style to be open and honest while providing a compassionate, respectful and non-judgmental soft place to fall.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Felix Acuna Olivos

Felix Acuna Olivos

Therapist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


“I provide a space where we can address persistent patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior, trauma symptoms, uncertainty regarding self-blame and accountability...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anastasiya Andreeva

Anastasiya Andreeva

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy can serve as a powerful tool to gain deeper insight into our current needs and values, ultimately empowering us to build a life we find meaningful.”
OCD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ellie Schwartzman

Ellie Schwartzman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based approaches, always tailored to your unique goals and circumstances.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I think clients will develop their own voice, intrapersonally and with others; establish a place to emote; discover solutions to problems.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tricia James

Tricia James

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a safe and healing environment for individuals to explore and transform life patterns. My trauma-informed approach emphasizes strengths and wellness, recognizing that therapy isn't one-size-fits-all.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Heather Shannon

Heather Shannon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use a combination of psychoeducation, mindfulness and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients make changes at the root level.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pennie Holmes

Pennie Holmes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Pekin, IL


“She shares her experience, strength and hope as a proud recovering alcoholic celebrating ten years of continuous sobriety in April of this year.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Shannon Stepan

Dr. Shannon Stepan

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My work is collaborative, starting with creating a non-judgmental space in which you can feel comfortable sharing your symptoms and exploring your past, present and future.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Takeya McCarthy-McDonald

Takeya McCarthy-McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am so very passionate about helping people address their experiences, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may be holding them back from becoming the best version of themselves.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
David Temkin

David Temkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“Therapy is not about judgment or "fixing" you. We begin by recognizing your strengths and building from what is already working.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rhonda Evans

Rhonda Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, IL


“I view counseling as a collaborative process and I am interested in walking alongside you through your journey to a better outcome.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danny Weiler

Danny Weiler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in supporting teens and twenty-somethings who are navigating anxiety, depression, academic stress, relationships, and the "What am I doing?" moments that show up during significant transitions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jamie Houseman

Jamie Houseman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dixon, IL


“My areas of specialty are in interventions related to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and trauma.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Nancy Duarte

Dr. Nancy Duarte

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I give clients a challenge to be transformed as they consider how reshaping their way of thinking about life and events can help them make healthier choices and live life to the fullest.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jillian Furey

Jillian Furey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, people living with chronic stress or anxiety, and those healing from violence or other forms of interpersonal trauma.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Joan Anderson

Dr. Joan Anderson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a calm and highly personalized experience for clients and prioritize responsive communication and continuity of care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sharon Kim

Sharon Kim

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy is not about rewriting who you are, but about rediscovering and embracing the strengths already within you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Camelle Burlock, MS, Lcpc, Crc

Camelle Burlock, MS, Lcpc, Crc

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“In our first session, you can expect a warm, compassionate space where you are truly heard and respected.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bianca Miller

Bianca Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am an experienced therapist that has been working for 10+ years assisting clients in processing through past and current stressors and trauma...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Warren

Brittany Warren

Therapist

Virtual • New Haven, IL


“With each client session I like to give client the opportunity to share their lived experiences and reflect on their struggles while providing them specific tools and strategies to improve their overall well-being and quality of life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Grant Tyler

Grant Tyler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner committed to compassionate, thoughtful, and evidence-based mental health care. With more than a decade of experience in psychiatry, emergency medicine, trauma, and clinical leadership, I bring a broad skill set to my work, but human connection remains at the center of my approach.

I believe every person deserves to feel heard and supported. I help individuals navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and other mental health challenges with clarity and compassion. I take time to understand your story, collaborate on your goals, and create a treatment plan that fits your life.

My diverse background, from trauma care to outpatient psychiatry and clinical education, has strengthened my commitment to high-quality, collaborative care for patients of all ages.

At Granted Mental Health Services, my mission is to provide accessible, patient-centered care that honors your experiences and supports your journey toward a healthier, more balanced life. I’m grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Cooper

Rachel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, burnout, and complex PTSD.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marketa Smith

Marketa Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in patient-led care. As your provider, I am here to listen and to answer any questions that you may have.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Drake Schoeppl

Drake Schoeppl

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am trained in EMDR, a modality used to help process traumatic memories and the cognitions associated with them.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Stolberg

Elizabeth Stolberg

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I love getting to know my clients and creating a space built on humor, connection, and zero judgment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shannon Gier

Shannon Gier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wheaton, IL


“My purpose and passion as a therapist is helping clients face their challenges head-on while reminding them they are not alone in their journey.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Morgan Landgren

Morgan Landgren

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which I use to help clients process trauma and distressing experiences in a way that feels safe and empowering.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Karen Haggard

Karen Haggard

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, direct, and supportive, and I work to create an environment where you feel safe, heard, and empowered to make meaningful progress.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hardik Kotak

Hardik Kotak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I am a queer, immigrant, gender non-conforming therapist focusing on trauma, identity-struggles, neurodiversity and personality disorders.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gilbert Gutierrez

Gilbert Gutierrez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm about as laid-back and informal as it gets, and I think that's exactly what mental health care should be.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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