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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Illinois

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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.

Ethel Gugenheim

Ethel Gugenheim

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Wright

Stacey Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennis Stopka

Jennis Stopka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is to be a guiding light, supportive anchor, and a non-judgemental and encouraging presence.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bonnie Routh

Bonnie Routh

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have personal experience with this from the client's perspective. I actually became a counselor because I had an amazing therapist who helped me so greatly.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Schnucker

Hannah Schnucker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, collaborative, down-to-earth, and with a sprinkle of humor, so you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Holly Barczak

Holly Barczak

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Cheryl Pugh

Dr. Cheryl Pugh

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help you better understand your emotions while building practical tools you can use in everyday life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lara Veon

Lara Veon

Therapist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


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.


Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shirlisa Love

Shirlisa Love

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in decisions about your care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelley Johnson

Shelley Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ringwood, IL


“I believe that mental wellness is a journey; and if one is willing to put in the effort, anything can be achieved.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ismira Dacic

Ismira Dacic

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laterriea Martin

Laterriea Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is calm, direct, and collaborative. Years of crisis work alongside individuals, families, and community systems, including law enforcement, emergency responders, and advocacy programs, taught me how to stay steady when a situation feels...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany Warren

Brittany Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“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.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Alexander

Lauren Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe therapy should provide both emotional support and evidence-based tools that help create meaningful and lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Quiroz

Melissa Quiroz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leticia Boughton Price

Leticia Boughton Price

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect to feel heard, affirmed, encouraged and strengthened to handle day-to-day challenges, from day one.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kristina Casel

Kristina Casel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Belleville, IL


“I believe prioritizing mental health is the key to our overall well-being and what allows us to truly live life thriving.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kirsten Doan

Kirsten Doan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy in this space isn't about fixing yourself—it's about understanding your experiences and reconnecting with your strengths.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carmecia Mcknight

Carmecia Mcknight

Therapist

Virtual • Orland Park, IL


“My goal is to help bring into awareness traumas, feelings, and thoughts by acknowledging the influence of varying relationships and systems in your life so that you can heal.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stefanie Bonnell

Stefanie Bonnell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I've supported hundreds of people through fertility treatments, loss, and the hard decisions about what comes next.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Vega

Melissa Vega

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I look at the whole picture of your life. We'll consider all aspects that may impact your wellness...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Chung

Jessica Chung

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


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.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nina Appadurai

Dr. Nina Appadurai

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Naperville, IL


“I focus on teaching my clients coping tools so they are able to respond in a way that is productive and in their control, rather than react which leads to a spiral of further stress and anxiety.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vania Johnson

Vania Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a special interest in working with parents of neurodivergent children and understand the unique joys and emotional complexities that come with raising a child with autism, ADHD, or both.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marisol Schroeder

Marisol Schroeder

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer a safe space for clients to feel comfortable and confident about managing life's challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Wagner

Samantha Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices to help you connect with your authentic self...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Emily Dabrowski

Emily Dabrowski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help you feel understood and supported as you embark on your journey toward healing and personal growth...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lovelyne Ngeche

Lovelyne Ngeche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Downers Grove, IL


“My approach to care is simple: I collaborate with my patients in developing a plan of care that leads to improved outcomes.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jessica Beaston

Jessica Beaston

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help people break the cycle of daily stress by encouraging them to try new things, step outside of their comfort zones...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lynne Schweppe

Lynne Schweppe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring a supportive, thorough approach to medication management and mental health evaluations, dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for every individual I serve.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sam Shabsin

Sam Shabsin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring an energetic, warm, and direct approach to therapy. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel supported while also feeling empowered to grow.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sierra Green

Sierra Green

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Sierra creates individualized treatment plans that blend evidence-based medicine with supportive, trauma-informed care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Weinblatt

Stephanie Weinblatt

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hilary Hoye

Hilary Hoye

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim to provide a safe space for women to feel understood and validated, to explore, and to process all that the journey of motherhood brings with it.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Imaan Ahmed

Imaan Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • Westchester, IL


“I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel genuinely understood, supported, and empowered.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Pearson

Lisa Pearson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bourbonnais, IL


“It's a priority of mine that each individual I meet with leaves a session feeling heard, respected, and their feelings validated.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Tobar

April Tobar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tierra Daniels

Tierra Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based. I believe therapy should be tailored to your unique needs and goals...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Annmarie OConnell

Annmarie OConnell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


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.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristilee Cappaert

Kristilee Cappaert

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Client's can expect to be heard and acknolwedged during the first session and walk away feeling acknolwledged and that what they are going through matters.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Illinois

Number of therapists serving Illinois
There are over 795 therapists in Illinois accepting new patients.
795+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 89%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 89%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 93%Woman
  • 6%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 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
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 44%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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