Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Psychiatrists in Downers Grove, IL
I provide compassionate psychiatric care and have a special focus on women’s mental health, pregnancy and postpartum support, and addiction treatment.
I’m known for my warm, nonjudgmental approach and for meeting people where they are. I believe mental health care should feel collaborative and personalized, not rushed or one-size-fits-all. Together, we’ll focus on your goals, preferences, and what matters most to you, so your care feels meaningful and supportive.
I provide compassionate psychiatric care and have a special focus on women’s mental health, pregnancy and postpartum support, and addiction treatment.
I’m known for my warm, nonjudgmental approach and for meeting people where they are. I believe mental health care should feel collaborative and personalized, not rushed or one-size-fits-all. Together, we’ll focus on your goals, preferences, and what matters most to you, so your care feels meaningful and supportive.
I value each person for who they are and strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel respected, heard, and accepted. I believe mental health care should be empowering, supportive, and individualized. I take the time to understand what matters most to you—your experiences, goals, and challenges—so we can work together to build a plan that supports your growth, resilience, and overall well-being in a way that feels meaningful and sustainable for you.
I value each person for who they are and strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel respected, heard, and accepted. I believe mental health care should be empowering, supportive, and individualized. I take the time to understand what matters most to you—your experiences, goals, and challenges—so we can work together to build a plan that supports your growth, resilience, and overall well-being in a way that feels meaningful and sustainable for you.
I’m currently pursuing certification in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, a field I’m especially passionate about.
Hi, I’m Kimberly Sennet, APRN, CNM, PMHNP-BC—a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife. I began my nursing journey at Georgetown University and earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Johns Hopkins University, specializing in Women’s Health and Nurse-Midwifery. Later, I expanded my training at the University of Texas at Austin, where I completed a Post-Master’s Certificate to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
I’m currently pursuing certification in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, a field I’m especially passionate about.
Hi, I’m Kimberly Sennet, APRN, CNM, PMHNP-BC—a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife. I began my nursing journey at Georgetown University and earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Johns Hopkins University, specializing in Women’s Health and Nurse-Midwifery. Later, I expanded my training at the University of Texas at Austin, where I completed a Post-Master’s Certificate to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
I have several years of experience treating adults with a variety of psychiatric disorders. I believe that mental health care should be personalized, and I’ll work closely with you to create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. This may include medication management as well as lifestyle changes where appropriate. My goal is to help you reach your optimal level of functioning—understanding that what that looks like is unique to each individual. We can also explore how past experiences may be impacting current thought patterns and behaviors as part of your healing journey.
I have several years of experience treating adults with a variety of psychiatric disorders. I believe that mental health care should be personalized, and I’ll work closely with you to create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. This may include medication management as well as lifestyle changes where appropriate. My goal is to help you reach your optimal level of functioning—understanding that what that looks like is unique to each individual. We can also explore how past experiences may be impacting current thought patterns and behaviors as part of your healing journey.
Providing expert medication management and compassionate care for stress, sleep issues, trauma, self-esteem, mood disorders, and perinatal mental health.
I’ve been practicing psychiatry for over 12 years in the Chicagoland area, working with a diverse population of patients. My approach is rooted in truly listening—taking time to understand your story, your concerns, and your goals. I evaluate each person holistically, considering not only mental health but also cultural, social, and physical factors, as well as your support system. I believe in treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.
Providing expert medication management and compassionate care for stress, sleep issues, trauma, self-esteem, mood disorders, and perinatal mental health.
I’ve been practicing psychiatry for over 12 years in the Chicagoland area, working with a diverse population of patients. My approach is rooted in truly listening—taking time to understand your story, your concerns, and your goals. I evaluate each person holistically, considering not only mental health but also cultural, social, and physical factors, as well as your support system. I believe in treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and perinatal mental health concerns, including postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression.
You deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported in a safe, judgment-free space. As your provider, I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to care, working with you to understand your concerns and create a treatment plan that fits your needs and goals. I prioritize clear communication and patient education so you feel informed and confident in your care. My approach is calm, respectful, and focused on helping you feel empowered as you navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and perinatal mental health concerns, including postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression.
You deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported in a safe, judgment-free space. As your provider, I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to care, working with you to understand your concerns and create a treatment plan that fits your needs and goals. I prioritize clear communication and patient education so you feel informed and confident in your care. My approach is calm, respectful, and focused on helping you feel empowered as you navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.
I am Margarette Aguinir, PMHNP, a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 23 years of experience as a psychiatric nurse. My practice is grounded in evidence-based, patient-centered care that honors each individual’s dignity and lived experience. I focus on building strong therapeutic relationships while providing thoughtful psychiatric assessment and treatment. I am committed to supporting healing, resilience, and long-term stability through respectful, trauma-informed care.
I am Margarette Aguinir, PMHNP, a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 23 years of experience as a psychiatric nurse. My practice is grounded in evidence-based, patient-centered care that honors each individual’s dignity and lived experience. I focus on building strong therapeutic relationships while providing thoughtful psychiatric assessment and treatment. I am committed to supporting healing, resilience, and long-term stability through respectful, trauma-informed care.
Providing expert medication management and compassionate care for stress, sleep issues, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and perinatal mental health.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 17 years of extensive experience in healthcare, I have honed my skills across a spectrum of clinical settings, encompassing acute and maternal inpatient care, as well as outpatient care. My commitment lies in delivering comprehensive and compassionate mental health services to patients spanning all age groups, addressing a diverse range of mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and ADHD.
Providing expert medication management and compassionate care for stress, sleep issues, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and perinatal mental health.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 17 years of extensive experience in healthcare, I have honed my skills across a spectrum of clinical settings, encompassing acute and maternal inpatient care, as well as outpatient care. My commitment lies in delivering comprehensive and compassionate mental health services to patients spanning all age groups, addressing a diverse range of mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and ADHD.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
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I also work with individuals experiencing mental health concerns across the reproductive lifespan, including PMS/PMDD, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, fertility related stress, and perimenopausal mood changes.
I support all adults across Illinois, especially women who are dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, and mood changes connected to reproductive health. With my training in women’s health and midwifery, I focus on care across the reproductive lifespan, including PMS/PMDD, pregnancy, post-partum changes, and perimenopause
I also work with individuals experiencing mental health concerns across the reproductive lifespan, including PMS/PMDD, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, fertility related stress, and perimenopausal mood changes.
I support all adults across Illinois, especially women who are dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, and mood changes connected to reproductive health. With my training in women’s health and midwifery, I focus on care across the reproductive lifespan, including PMS/PMDD, pregnancy, post-partum changes, and perimenopause
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, CNM
Chicago, IL 60606
You may be navigating anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, or mood changes during pregnancy, postpartum, or fertility journeys.
We take time to understand your full story, answer your questions, and guide you through your options so you can make informed, confident decisions. Our team provides culturally sensitive, trauma-informed medication care that is safe and effective—especially during pregnancy and postpartum. You will feel supported, heard, and empowered in your care.
You may be navigating anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, or mood changes during pregnancy, postpartum, or fertility journeys.
We take time to understand your full story, answer your questions, and guide you through your options so you can make informed, confident decisions. Our team provides culturally sensitive, trauma-informed medication care that is safe and effective—especially during pregnancy and postpartum. You will feel supported, heard, and empowered in your care.
Hello, I'm Madelyn Hindia, a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a certification in perinatal mental health.
Understanding that everyone's path to mental wellness is different, I am committed to exploring both traditional treatments and holistic lifestyle changes that can bring about true healing and improvement. Offering the convenience of telehealth, I make it easy to access care from the comfort of your home, often with appointments available within same-week.
Hello, I'm Madelyn Hindia, a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a certification in perinatal mental health.
Understanding that everyone's path to mental wellness is different, I am committed to exploring both traditional treatments and holistic lifestyle changes that can bring about true healing and improvement. Offering the convenience of telehealth, I make it easy to access care from the comfort of your home, often with appointments available within same-week.
I have extensive experience with perinatal mental illness, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and attentional disorders.
I attended undergraduate and medical school at Creighton University before moving out to Boston to train at Harvard Medical School's Brigham & Women's Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, where I served as chief resident. I also worked closely with the women's mental health teams and co-authored a book chapter on mood disorders in pregnancy.
I have extensive experience with perinatal mental illness, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and attentional disorders.
I attended undergraduate and medical school at Creighton University before moving out to Boston to train at Harvard Medical School's Brigham & Women's Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, where I served as chief resident. I also worked closely with the women's mental health teams and co-authored a book chapter on mood disorders in pregnancy.
I work primarily with individuals, providing psychotherapy (talk therapy) and medication when needed. Much of my experience has involved helping people with depression, relationship problems, parenting or medical illness. I have friends and colleagues from various ethnic, SOGI and religious backgrounds. I understand firsthand the pain of divorce, and as a parent I understand the challenges of this (sometimes) impossible job!
I work primarily with individuals, providing psychotherapy (talk therapy) and medication when needed. Much of my experience has involved helping people with depression, relationship problems, parenting or medical illness. I have friends and colleagues from various ethnic, SOGI and religious backgrounds. I understand firsthand the pain of divorce, and as a parent I understand the challenges of this (sometimes) impossible job!
In addition to general psychiatry, I focus on several more specialized issues, including fertility, perinatal issues, and other aspects of women's health.
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.
In addition to general psychiatry, I focus on several more specialized issues, including fertility, perinatal issues, and other aspects of women's health.
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.
I specialize in perinatal mental health and gender/sexuality issues, as well as treating mood disorders.
Treatment for:
Maternal Mental Health Services: Peri and Post partum Depression, Anxiety, OCD
All Adults: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, Autism, Panic, Phobias, Life adjustment, PTSD, Sleep Disorders, Eating Disorders
I provide medication management, assessment, diagnosis, referrals as appropriate, psychotherapy, & health education.
I specialize in perinatal mental health and gender/sexuality issues, as well as treating mood disorders.
Treatment for:
Maternal Mental Health Services: Peri and Post partum Depression, Anxiety, OCD
All Adults: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, Autism, Panic, Phobias, Life adjustment, PTSD, Sleep Disorders, Eating Disorders
I provide medication management, assessment, diagnosis, referrals as appropriate, psychotherapy, & health education.
I’m Julia Johnson, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in women’s mental health, perinatal and postpartum care, and trauma-informed psychiatric treatment.
My approach is warm, direct, and deeply collaborative. In our first sessions, we slow down — I listen to your full story, complete a thorough psychiatric evaluation, and build a treatment plan around your real life. You’ll be involved in every decision, and you will never be reduced to a diagnosis or a checklist here.
I’m Julia Johnson, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in women’s mental health, perinatal and postpartum care, and trauma-informed psychiatric treatment.
My approach is warm, direct, and deeply collaborative. In our first sessions, we slow down — I listen to your full story, complete a thorough psychiatric evaluation, and build a treatment plan around your real life. You’ll be involved in every decision, and you will never be reduced to a diagnosis or a checklist here.
Many of my clients complain of feeling stuck in their present thought processes. They face internal conflicts both big and small. They are aware of the way they want to react to situations and approach life, but often they feel sabotaged by destructive ways of thinking. Often these patterns have developed because of traumatic experiences that have occurred over time. Because of these thought processes, individuals can feel symptoms of anxiety and depression. People usually suffer in silence for years without anyone around them having any indication of their internal battle. This can lead to a strong sense of isolation.
Many of my clients complain of feeling stuck in their present thought processes. They face internal conflicts both big and small. They are aware of the way they want to react to situations and approach life, but often they feel sabotaged by destructive ways of thinking. Often these patterns have developed because of traumatic experiences that have occurred over time. Because of these thought processes, individuals can feel symptoms of anxiety and depression. People usually suffer in silence for years without anyone around them having any indication of their internal battle. This can lead to a strong sense of isolation.
Specializing in neurodivergence and women's & LGBTQI health, I promise to provide a safe judgment-free space to persons seeking medication management for life transitions, infertility, pregnancy loss, anxiety/depression during and after pregnancy, trauma, PMDD, OCD, chronic pain, low sexual desire and sexual pain/ dysfunction, unhealthy relationships with food/ substances, or midlife changes.
Drawing on 10+ year's of experience as a certified nurse midwife working with women and trans-identified persons across the lifespan. I am holistic in my approach to health and well-being and choose treatments based on shared decision-making. Whether that's medication, supplements, or HRT, we will work together to create a plan that helps you feel your best!
Specializing in neurodivergence and women's & LGBTQI health, I promise to provide a safe judgment-free space to persons seeking medication management for life transitions, infertility, pregnancy loss, anxiety/depression during and after pregnancy, trauma, PMDD, OCD, chronic pain, low sexual desire and sexual pain/ dysfunction, unhealthy relationships with food/ substances, or midlife changes.
Drawing on 10+ year's of experience as a certified nurse midwife working with women and trans-identified persons across the lifespan. I am holistic in my approach to health and well-being and choose treatments based on shared decision-making. Whether that's medication, supplements, or HRT, we will work together to create a plan that helps you feel your best!
I help with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, postpartum struggles, and life transitions.
Accepting new clients! You deserve mental health care that centers you, your story, and your needs all at your own pace. I’m Dr. Shama Rathi, a board-certified psychiatrist and co-founder of LunaJoy a women-first care community. I'd love to meet you.
LunaJoy is a care community where women can finally feel seen. Whether you’re a teen, a new mom, or stepping into midlife, we're here to help you reclaim your calm, your clarity, and your joy. Let’s get there together.
I help with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, postpartum struggles, and life transitions.
Accepting new clients! You deserve mental health care that centers you, your story, and your needs all at your own pace. I’m Dr. Shama Rathi, a board-certified psychiatrist and co-founder of LunaJoy a women-first care community. I'd love to meet you.
LunaJoy is a care community where women can finally feel seen. Whether you’re a teen, a new mom, or stepping into midlife, we're here to help you reclaim your calm, your clarity, and your joy. Let’s get there together.
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FAQ - Perinatal and Postpartum Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with perinatal mental health?
Perinatal mental health refers to the period during pregnancy and the 12 months following childbirth when individuals may experience mental health conditions such as postpartum depression or anxiety. These conditions can arise due to a combination of factors, including hormonal shifts, changes in sleep and stress levels, and relational or social challenges associated with pregnancy and caring for a newborn. Individuals with a personal or family history of mental health conditions, or those who experience complicated or traumatic pregnancies or deliveries, may be at higher risk. However, perinatal mental health conditions are treatable—often through behavioral therapy and, when appropriate, medication.
What does psychiatric treatment for perinatal mental health involve?
Psychiatrists who specialize in perinatal and postpartum mental health understand the unique psychological and physiological changes that occur during and after pregnancy. They are trained in evidence-based treatments, including safe medication options for use during pregnancy and lactation. Because symptoms can range from mild to severe, care typically begins with a comprehensive evaluation to assess symptom severity and determine an appropriate treatment plan. Psychiatrists often collaborate with other providers—such as OB/GYNs, primary care physicians, and social workers—to ensure coordinated care.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in perinatal mental health?
Not all psychiatrists have specific expertise in perinatal mental health, so selecting a provider with relevant experience is important. The Psychology Today directory offers search filters to identify psychiatrists with specialization in perinatal care and allows users to refine results based on identity preferences, insurance, and location. When considering a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their experience with pregnancy-related mental health concerns, their therapeutic and pharmacologic approach, and how they coordinate with other members of a care team. It is also important to consider practical factors such as availability for appointments and insurance coverage.