Addiction Psychiatrists in Chicago, IL
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Jeffrey David Roth
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
As a group psychotherapist and
addiction
psychiatrist, I am available to work with you on any phase of recovery from addictions, compulsive behaviors and the effects of being in a relationship with an addict (whether parent, sibling, partner or child). I understand
addiction
as a broad disease, including substances (alcohol, nicotine, opiates, stimulants, sedatives and other drugs), food, sex, money, work and codependence. I often work in collaboration with individual therapists and mutual support groups to enhance the effectiveness of each intervention.

Abigail M Hamilton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN , NP-C
Verified
Verified
Abigail Hamilton is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) since 2019, has worked in acute care settings specializing in Behavioral Health,
Substance
Abuse Detox, Hospice, Medical Surgical Units and Long Term Care Facilities for 15 years. Special Interest Include: Medical Clinical Trial Research,

Sahar Eftekhar
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
Verified
I am board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Psychiatry and
Addiction
Psychiatry. I obtained my subspecialist training in
Addiction
Psychiatry at UCLA in Los Angeles, working at Cedar Sinai Medical Center and the West Los Angeles Veterans Administration Hospital. I completed my psychiatric residency training at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. I obtained my medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed my undergraduate studies in Psychology at Michigan State University.

Kalyan N Rao
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
When someone has an
addiction
problem, they have usually started abusing substances in order to self medicate some underlying disorder.
I am a board certified psychiatrist with a specialization in
addiction
psychiatrist. I collaboratively work with my patients to provide the most personalized care directed toward their overall wellbeing using a holistic approach deploying all the modern tools available including but not limited to medication when appropriate, individual supportive psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing.

Carole Weddington Hunt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified
Verified
I am Dr. Nurse Carole (R) who is a doctorate prepared nurse practitioner (NP) from Vanderbilt University. I am certified as a Psychiatric NP, Adult-Geriatric Primary Care NP, an
Addiction
NP and a license therapist. I partner with clients because they are experts regarding their minds & bodies.

Amelia Mari Merz
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Merz has expertise in treating depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, and
substance
use disorders in adults including LGBTQ individuals and women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Dr. Amelia Merz strives to provide compassionate, patient-focused care in a collaborative process with you and your therapist to achieve recovery from mental health problems and
substance
abuse. She is board certified in both Psychiatry and
Addiction
Medicine and uses an evidence-based approach in her practice. She was trained at the University of Minnesota where she completed both medical school and residency. Dr. Merz has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient clinics, residential treatment centers and inpatient psychiatric hospitals. She treats patients age 17-70.

Andreea Seicean
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD, MPH
Verified
Verified
She treats depression, bipolar, anxiety, OCD, ADD, PTSD / trauma, irritability, stress, binger eating, chronic pain, alcohol and other
substance
use disorders.
Andreea Seicean, MD, PhD, MPH, completed her training at Case Western Reserve University, the Cleveland Clinic, and the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). She has extensive experience treating mood and anxiety disorders and
addiction
in teens and adults. Dr. Seicean has published more than forty articles and been the recipient of multiple awards from: The National Institute of Mental Health, The American Psychiatric Association and The American Association of Neurological Surgeons. She is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago where she continues to be active in research and teaches psychopharmacology.

Kathy Bettinardi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MS, RN
Verified
Verified
My experience and passion has been the field of treatment for professionals, i.e. healthcare professionals, with
substance
use or dual diagnoses, and their loved ones. Professionals have unique stressors and greater accountability to the public, and this can drive them underground. In our present time, these stressors have multiplied, and they may be more reluctant to ask for help in fear of losing something important to them. My experience, however, is not limited to healthcare professionals; their turmoil is the human condition.

Helena Radomska
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Helena Radomska is a Medical Doctor, specializing in Psychiatry. Practicing in Chicago area since 1999 with strong background in General medicine, Neuropsychiatry and Sleep medicine. She is holistically approaching every Patient concern. She is
Addiction
medicine specialist for any form of
addiction
. Her passion is treating Relationship trauma, Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome and Complex PTSD. Also has experience in treatment Post-partum Depression, Depression due to hormonal changes, PMDD, and menopause.

Coded Healthcare & Behavioral Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, OB, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience providing essential mental health services, such as evidence- based psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, psychiatric education and medication management for variety of acute and chronic mental health conditions are depression, generalized anxiety, schizophrenia, ADHD, bipolar disorder,
substance
use, and insomnia.
I am a kind practitioner and easy to talk to. I have unequaled passion for mental health which is evident in the way l communicate and interacts with patients. I welcome you to contact me and work together since l believe mental wellness is the foundation of healthy life. Dream are achievable where dreams can grow. An ability or opportunity to assist patients achieve their short and long term goals.

Courtney Potempa
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified
Verified
I focused on
addiction
medicine and mental health in PA school and continue to have a special interest in addressing the root causes of
addiction
, including PTSD, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I'm excited to grow with Advanced Psych Solutions in making mental health and ketamine easily accessible and acceptable to all who need it.
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Sunshine Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
*****NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS**** Whether you need psychiatric evaluation and treatment for
addiction
, anxiety, depression, a mood disorder, ADHD, PTSD, or another mental health problem, as your provider, my goal is to help you get the solutions that will let you feel better soon. The belief in giving help with deep caring, and my style of listening, form the soul of my practice today. I see all patients as unique in their own way, and I value the privilege of giving the best care that my private practice in psychiatric medicine can provide.

Eappen Clinic
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
The issues I am best suited to treat are vast, and include diagnosis and treatment of mood/anxiety/psychotic disorders, child/adolescent psychiatric disorders, reduction of polypharmacy in patients receiving multiple psychiatric medicines, psychiatric diagnostic clarification, second opinion consultations, management of
substance
abuse disorders, psychiatric illness in the elderly and the medically ill, and more.
I am a board certified adult, child & adolescent psychiatrist. I completed medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago, a general (adult) psychiatry residency at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and a child psychiatry fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina. The training I received in residency and fellowship has prepared me to manage essentially any psychiatric issue that comes through my clinic doors, regardless of severity or complexity.

Pooja J Patel
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialty
Addiction
, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Psychosis, Bipolar disorder, and Autism.
I have been working in a psychiatric setting for a few years now. I have experienced in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am skilled in providing individual and comprehensive care including prescribing medications and therapeutic approaches. I believe, mental health is just as important as any other medical issue. It plays an important role in the way we deal with daily life stress, how we relate to others, and the decisions we make. I believe in giving the best quality of care that my patient desires. I am friendly and approachable, with my warm nature I am easily get connected with children and adults.

Deep Buch
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
My name is Deep Buch, and I have been working as a general psychiatrist for the past 5 years. I am from Chicago originally and have spent most of my life in/ around the city. Naturally, I am a Cubs fan and enjoy running in my spare time. I have spent time working all over the city from Lincoln Park to Humboldt Park with various types of patients. I specialize in working with people suffering from
substance
abuse issues, in particular opiate/heroin abuse. I have also worked with several veteran populations when fortunate enough to do so. I enjoy getting to know the patients I work with as I believe every human interactio

Holistic behavioral and TMS therapy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN , FNP, PMHNP , FPA
Verified
Verified
He treats Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, Insomnia, ADHD, binge eating,
substance
use disorder, Medication management, Genetic testing and more.
Lawrence Abah, PMHNP treats patients starting from 12 years old. Lawrence is dual board certified in Across the lifespan psychiatry and Family practice. Lawrence believes in using holistic approach to behavioral health and partnering with his clients for the best treatment outcome. He believes in development of good therapeutic alliance with his patients. He prides himself in providing patient focused, high quality and individualized care to his patients. Lawrence has more than 15 years experience in behavioral health, and he understands how difficult it is finding that provider that truly cares about your holistic wellness.

Sarah Masri
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer a personalized approach to treatment, developing a custom treatment plan to meet the specific needs of each client. Whether you are seeking help for
addiction
, depression, anxiety, or other psychiatric conditions, I'm here to help. Contact Lott Behavioral Health today to schedule an evaluation for yourself or your loved one.

Sarah Sims
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, FPA
Verified
Verified
Specialty include but not limited to: Depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD,
addiction
, eating disorders, schizophrenia, postpartum, professionals in recovery, disease with underlying symptoms including, shame, guilt, sexual issues, self-defeating behavior; intimacy issues, dissociation, emotional dysregulation.
Sarah Sims is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Transcendent Psychiatry treats pediatric, adolescents, and adults. In her practice, she integrates a combination of evidence-based psychopharmacologic management, psychotherapy, compassionate trauma informed care and various cognitive modalities to help you heal. She believes that high quality psychiatric care is more than just treating mental illness. It is a patient centered journey through transitioning mental illness to into mental wellness. Feel free to email us to schedule an intake.
Waitlist for new clients

Abid Nazeer
Psychiatrist, MD, FASAM
Verified
Verified
Dr. Abid K. Nazeer M.D., FASAM is a practicing psychiatrist with board certifications in both psychiatry and
addiction
medicine. Dr. Nazeer is the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director of APS and is Vice President of the American Association of Psychedelics. In 2016, he founded Advanced Psychiatric Solutions, pioneering the first dedicated outpatient psychiatric based ketamine clinic in the Midwest. Advanced Psych Solutions has successfully completed over 4500 IV ketamine treatments for mental health and
substance
use disorders in a comprehensive care model.

Chrisantha E Anandappa
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
My ideal client seeks to improve their well-being, facing mental health conditions and
substance
use disorders. They desire a personalized approach, evidence-based practices, and a supportive environment. Their goal is to regain control, rebuild relationships, and live a fulfilling life. I provide knowledge, tools, and support to empower their growth and transformation. Let's connect to discuss your specific needs.
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Addiction Psychiatrists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason, “interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.
About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Chicago is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Chicago Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Chicago has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Chicago, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Chicago Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Chicago is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Chicago Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in Chicago has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Chicago, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Chicago Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.