Transgender Psychiatrists in Chicago, IL
My passion and appreciation for mental health began at a young age. My mother worked as an inpatient behavioral health Registered Nurse, which provided a roof over our heads and food on our table. As a family, we respected the field not only for what it provided for us but also for teaching us that all human beings need access to the mental health care that they deserve. Watching my mom, I learned that all people from all cultures and all walks of life need compassionate care because our ideas, stories, memories, sanity, and communication skills unify us as human beings.
My passion and appreciation for mental health began at a young age. My mother worked as an inpatient behavioral health Registered Nurse, which provided a roof over our heads and food on our table. As a family, we respected the field not only for what it provided for us but also for teaching us that all human beings need access to the mental health care that they deserve. Watching my mom, I learned that all people from all cultures and all walks of life need compassionate care because our ideas, stories, memories, sanity, and communication skills unify us as human beings.
Seeking mental health support can be intimidating, especially when it comes to mental health medicines. My focus is on a holistic approach including complementary and alternative approaches in combination with mental health medicine. I take a collaborative approach and we design a treatment plan together.
I love working with all ages and genders. I specialize in trauma, anxiety and depression and am comfortable with high acuity. I also enjoy working with those who identify as neurodivergent.
I offer:
- Gender Affirming Surgery Evaluations
- Evaluations for Those Seeking Asylum
- Medication Management
Seeking mental health support can be intimidating, especially when it comes to mental health medicines. My focus is on a holistic approach including complementary and alternative approaches in combination with mental health medicine. I take a collaborative approach and we design a treatment plan together.
I love working with all ages and genders. I specialize in trauma, anxiety and depression and am comfortable with high acuity. I also enjoy working with those who identify as neurodivergent.
I offer:
- Gender Affirming Surgery Evaluations
- Evaluations for Those Seeking Asylum
- Medication Management
Trauma-informed, collaborative, and affirming, I bring personal and professional experience to folx facing anxiety, depression, ADHD/Autism, and difficulties navigating the many challenges of life. Specialized in women's & LGBTQI health, I promise to provide a safe judgment-free space to persons seeking medication management for life transitions, PMDD, infertility, high-risk pregnancy, anxiety/depression during and after pregnancy, previous trauma, OCD, chronic pain, low sexual desire and sexual pain/ dysfunction, unhealthy relationships with food/ substances, or midlife changes. I want to support you to be your best self.
Trauma-informed, collaborative, and affirming, I bring personal and professional experience to folx facing anxiety, depression, ADHD/Autism, and difficulties navigating the many challenges of life. Specialized in women's & LGBTQI health, I promise to provide a safe judgment-free space to persons seeking medication management for life transitions, PMDD, infertility, high-risk pregnancy, anxiety/depression during and after pregnancy, previous trauma, OCD, chronic pain, low sexual desire and sexual pain/ dysfunction, unhealthy relationships with food/ substances, or midlife changes. I want to support you to be your best self.
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.
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.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
I offer telepsychiatry services so patients can receive care from the comfort of their homes in a setting that prioritizes safety, privacy, and accessibility. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and affirming, ensuring that every patient feels heard and respected in their treatment journey.
I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ and gender-nonconforming individuals. Mental health care should be a place of understanding and empowerment, and I strive to create a welcoming environment where all identities are affirmed.
I offer telepsychiatry services so patients can receive care from the comfort of their homes in a setting that prioritizes safety, privacy, and accessibility. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and affirming, ensuring that every patient feels heard and respected in their treatment journey.
I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ and gender-nonconforming individuals. Mental health care should be a place of understanding and empowerment, and I strive to create a welcoming environment where all identities are affirmed.
I use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. I specialize in treating Adults and Adolescents (12 years and up) with mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal relationships, and professional achievement. I address emotional distress and difficulties in daily living. This could manifest as depression, anxiety, insomnia, problems with intimacy or self-esteem, problems with concentration, feeling excessively angry or guilty, or trouble finding meaning in life, to name only a few.
I use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. I specialize in treating Adults and Adolescents (12 years and up) with mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal relationships, and professional achievement. I address emotional distress and difficulties in daily living. This could manifest as depression, anxiety, insomnia, problems with intimacy or self-esteem, problems with concentration, feeling excessively angry or guilty, or trouble finding meaning in life, to name only a few.
Growing up as a first-generation immigrant, I often felt torn between two worlds. Values and customs that brought joy at home sometimes brought judgment or even rejection outside it. And lessons I gathered from my surroundings rarely resonated at home. This dynamic, however, allowed me to develop a deep appreciation for differences and exceptions.
Growing up as a first-generation immigrant, I often felt torn between two worlds. Values and customs that brought joy at home sometimes brought judgment or even rejection outside it. And lessons I gathered from my surroundings rarely resonated at home. This dynamic, however, allowed me to develop a deep appreciation for differences and exceptions.
Dr. Gundu Reddy is licensed in Illinois. Prior to starting a residency at Mount Sinai School of medicine, she pursued additional research in HIV Psychiatry. As well as residency training, she has also pursued further training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU Psychoanalytic Institute. She states that whether prescribing medication, family, or relationship therapy, understanding psychodynamic conflict and causes of symptoms will cause help to enhance the quality of care. As well as psychodynamic training Dr. Reddy also has a background in integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance.
Dr. Gundu Reddy is licensed in Illinois. Prior to starting a residency at Mount Sinai School of medicine, she pursued additional research in HIV Psychiatry. As well as residency training, she has also pursued further training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU Psychoanalytic Institute. She states that whether prescribing medication, family, or relationship therapy, understanding psychodynamic conflict and causes of symptoms will cause help to enhance the quality of care. As well as psychodynamic training Dr. Reddy also has a background in integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) licensed in the state of IL working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with ages 18-99 and treat a variety of common and less common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD. My specialty areas include mental health issues arising from autoimmune conditions, autism, LGTBQIA2S+, and special needs mental health and behaviors.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) licensed in the state of IL working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with ages 18-99 and treat a variety of common and less common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD. My specialty areas include mental health issues arising from autoimmune conditions, autism, LGTBQIA2S+, and special needs mental health and behaviors.
Full virtual telemedicine medical office specializing in psychiatry (anxiety, depression, bipolar ect), ADHD non stimulant care ( strattera, wellbutrin ect) , weight loss management ( semaglutide, tirzepatide) , urgent care (UTI, cough, injury ect), Primary care (birth control, blood work ect) . Offering Genesite genetic medication testing, ADHD computer testing and much more! Self-schedule from our website www.TodayTelemedicine.com and be seen this week!
Full virtual telemedicine medical office specializing in psychiatry (anxiety, depression, bipolar ect), ADHD non stimulant care ( strattera, wellbutrin ect) , weight loss management ( semaglutide, tirzepatide) , urgent care (UTI, cough, injury ect), Primary care (birth control, blood work ect) . Offering Genesite genetic medication testing, ADHD computer testing and much more! Self-schedule from our website www.TodayTelemedicine.com and be seen this week!
Dr. Onyejiaka, a Board Certified Psychiatrist and Pediatrician, received her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Missouri at Kansas City Combined B.A/M.D. Program. She endured further training at the Tulane University Triple Board Residency Program where she specialized in pediatric medicine, general psychiatry, as well as child and adolescent psychiatry. Additionally, she attended in the New Orleans'-Birmingham Psychoanalytic Center Honorary Fellowship Program prior to relocating to Chicago in recent years. Dr. Onyejiaka is an active member of the International Society for Sports Psychiatry, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Onyejiaka, a Board Certified Psychiatrist and Pediatrician, received her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Missouri at Kansas City Combined B.A/M.D. Program. She endured further training at the Tulane University Triple Board Residency Program where she specialized in pediatric medicine, general psychiatry, as well as child and adolescent psychiatry. Additionally, she attended in the New Orleans'-Birmingham Psychoanalytic Center Honorary Fellowship Program prior to relocating to Chicago in recent years. Dr. Onyejiaka is an active member of the International Society for Sports Psychiatry, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Cory Renard Williams
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, , PMHNP, AGACNP
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60643
My name is Cory R Williams, and I am a board certified psychiatric and adult gerontology nurse practitioner who specializes in medication management for patients with anxiety, and depression. My mission is to help my patients navigate the challenges of stress, anxiety, and depression through comprehensive medication management. What sets my practice apart is our commitment to a holistic treatment plan that includes medication specifically formulated to treat anxiety and depression. I understand how overwhelming these conditions can feel, and I am here to guide you every step of the way with compassion, expertise, and respect.
My name is Cory R Williams, and I am a board certified psychiatric and adult gerontology nurse practitioner who specializes in medication management for patients with anxiety, and depression. My mission is to help my patients navigate the challenges of stress, anxiety, and depression through comprehensive medication management. What sets my practice apart is our commitment to a holistic treatment plan that includes medication specifically formulated to treat anxiety and depression. I understand how overwhelming these conditions can feel, and I am here to guide you every step of the way with compassion, expertise, and respect.
My name is Doug Nyenke and I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and the owner of Beverly Psychiatric Services LLC. With over sixteen years of experience, I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. My practice focuses on personalized care through medication management and supportive therapy, offering a compassionate and informed approach to help clients achieve stability and improved mental well-being.
My name is Doug Nyenke and I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and the owner of Beverly Psychiatric Services LLC. With over sixteen years of experience, I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. My practice focuses on personalized care through medication management and supportive therapy, offering a compassionate and informed approach to help clients achieve stability and improved mental well-being.
I will treat your Behavioral and Mental Health Disorder as if it was my own. I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In 2011 I Completed a Masters of Science in Nursing at North Park University in Chicago. I treat psychiatric conditions using a holistic approach. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of disorders.
I will treat your Behavioral and Mental Health Disorder as if it was my own. I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In 2011 I Completed a Masters of Science in Nursing at North Park University in Chicago. I treat psychiatric conditions using a holistic approach. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of disorders.
I work best with people who are curious about themselves, even if they feel afraid or uncertain, and who are looking not only for relief but for greater self-understanding and emotional integrity. Meaningful change happens not through fixing or managing symptoms alone, but through making space to feel, to reflect, and to come into deeper contact with oneself. Whether you're coming with mood and anxiety challenges, relational trauma, existential stuckness, or the complexity of caregiving roles, we'll approach with thoughtful consideration of the context.
I work best with people who are curious about themselves, even if they feel afraid or uncertain, and who are looking not only for relief but for greater self-understanding and emotional integrity. Meaningful change happens not through fixing or managing symptoms alone, but through making space to feel, to reflect, and to come into deeper contact with oneself. Whether you're coming with mood and anxiety challenges, relational trauma, existential stuckness, or the complexity of caregiving roles, we'll approach with thoughtful consideration of the context.
Situations outside of our control can sometimes leave us feeling confused and unprepared for the most sudden and unexpected of life's changes. All that we can do is our best to rebuild what was lost and taken from us, reestablish the supports we once had, and open up ourselves to new opportunities for growth. Our sessions are designed to be collaborative in nature. For some patients this means working to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve the goals you set for yourself. For others, my role is simply to answer questions and continue clarifying the steps between where you are and where you imagine yourself being.
Situations outside of our control can sometimes leave us feeling confused and unprepared for the most sudden and unexpected of life's changes. All that we can do is our best to rebuild what was lost and taken from us, reestablish the supports we once had, and open up ourselves to new opportunities for growth. Our sessions are designed to be collaborative in nature. For some patients this means working to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve the goals you set for yourself. For others, my role is simply to answer questions and continue clarifying the steps between where you are and where you imagine yourself being.
I am a double board certified psychiatrist with nearly 20 years of experience in treating adults with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, eating disorders, and addictions. I have board certification in general psychiatry as well as consultation liaison psychiatry, which is the branch of psychiatry that focuses on how the mind and body interact in illness and in stress. My goal in working with patients is to listen and connect, helping to guide effective treatment which is both evidence-based as well as in line with the values of the patient.
I am a double board certified psychiatrist with nearly 20 years of experience in treating adults with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, eating disorders, and addictions. I have board certification in general psychiatry as well as consultation liaison psychiatry, which is the branch of psychiatry that focuses on how the mind and body interact in illness and in stress. My goal in working with patients is to listen and connect, helping to guide effective treatment which is both evidence-based as well as in line with the values of the patient.
If psychiatric symptoms cause you pain, I want to help. Evidence-based psychiatric medication management can help you improve function and decrease distress. In our sessions, I create an environment of understanding and empathy. My goal is to empower you by offering compassionate, affirming, and personalized care tailored to your unique experiences and aspirations.
If psychiatric symptoms cause you pain, I want to help. Evidence-based psychiatric medication management can help you improve function and decrease distress. In our sessions, I create an environment of understanding and empathy. My goal is to empower you by offering compassionate, affirming, and personalized care tailored to your unique experiences and aspirations.
I bring enthusiasm, competence, and compassion to my patient care. I am focused and disciplined with a positive and collaborative nature. I am committed to using best practices, to consulting and using the latest evidence-based algorithms and to using the most current resources (UpToDate, NEI, Epocrates, and Lexicomp). I take special pride in providing excellent education to patients and their families.
I bring enthusiasm, competence, and compassion to my patient care. I am focused and disciplined with a positive and collaborative nature. I am committed to using best practices, to consulting and using the latest evidence-based algorithms and to using the most current resources (UpToDate, NEI, Epocrates, and Lexicomp). I take special pride in providing excellent education to patients and their families.
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Transgender Psychiatrists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.