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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Illinois


Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Illinois
Navigating postpartum mental health challenges doesn't have to be overwhelming. Headway connects Illinois residents with 801 licensed providers experienced in postpartum-related concerns through flexible virtual or in-person sessions. With insurance coverage and an average savings of 75% on sessions, quality care is accessible when you need it most.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working in the mental health field 6+years. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages, navigating trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, and complex life transitions. My background includes clinical, school-based, and higher-level care settings, which allows me to understand how emotional challenges show up across different environments and stages of life.
I specialize in trauma-informed care and work with clients who feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from themselves or others. My training includes CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and I have completed specialized training working with betrayal Trauma and sex addiction through IITAP. I am especially experienced in supporting clients who have complex cases and/ or deep rooted negative beliefs helping them to build stability, insight, and resilience in a way that feels sustainable and empowering.
Finding light in the darkest moments, and hope when it feels lost. For 25 years, Stacey has helped people rewrite their stories, move through pain, and reclaim their sense of self. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, Stacey specializes in guiding individuals and couples through depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, life transitions, relationship and family strain and even moments of deep hopelessness. Outside the therapy room, you’ll find her thrifting for hidden gems, traveling, cheering on her favorite sport teams or playing games—because joy and play are powerful parts of healing, too.
With more than 30 years of experience, I've helped individuals navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and life's many transitions with compassion, understanding, and practical support.
I know reaching out for help isn't always easy. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward greater confidence, healing, and peace of mind.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a private practice in Chicagoland. As a body-inclusive practitioner, my clinical work is grounded in somatic psychotherapy and emphasizes the healing capacity of the mind-body-spirit connection.
I hold a Masters degree in Community Counseling from Loyola University Chicago and a Masters degree in Teaching from Webster University. I've supplemented my education with post-graduate training in trauma, somatics, equine-assisted psychotherapy, and neuroscience.
At the heart of my practice is a genuine desire to help people grow. I believe every person has the ability to create a life that feels meaningful, connected, and aligned with their values. My role is to walk alongside clients as they navigate challenges, build new skills, and discover what’s possible for them. My style is warm, direct, and growth‐oriented.
I am a board-certified registered art therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. I have worked in non-profit organizations, providing counseling services to young children adolescents, and adults.
Hi! I'm Stephanie. I've been in the behavioral health space for nearly 20 years, and I am so happy you are here. I would love to join you on your own journey.
If you've been carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or anxiety for longer than you can remember, you're not alone.
I've spent 12 years as a licensed counselor in Chicago working with people of all ages, from young children to seniors. What keeps me in this work is the moment a client realizes they've been surviving something hard, and that there's a different way forward.
I have a particular passion for working with mothers navigating postpartum struggles, families dealing with grief and loss, and adults working through trauma and PTSD. Many of my clients were looking for someone who would be real with them, not just professional. That's what you'll find here.
I’m Annmarie O’Connell, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through some of life’s toughest moments. My background is rooted in community mental health, where I’ve worked with people from all walks of life dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions.
I’m also trained in Brainspotting, a powerful therapeutic technique that taps into the brain-body connection to help clients process and release deeply held emotional pain. This approach, along with my real-world experience, allows me to support clients in a holistic, meaningful way. My work is deeply personal to me—because I’ve experienced firsthand how life-changing therapy can be.
About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Illinois



- 100%Maternal mental health
- 99%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 94%Stress management
- 89%Women's issues

- 98%Aetna
- 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 89%Cigna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%Ascension

- 99%English
- 7%Spanish
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Urdu
- 1%Russian

- 87%Online only
- 12%In-person or online

- 93%Woman
- 6%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 31%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Clinical Psychologist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 44%Family therapy
- 29%Couples therapy
- 21%Child or adolescent therapy
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