Psychiatrists in Lake Forest, IL

Melissa Stefanowicz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Melissa Stefanowicz is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has experience in providing medication management and brief psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. Melissa values her relationship with her clients and prioritizes physical, emotional and spiritual needs as a whole person approach. She aims to provide a safe and nonjudgemental environment. Melissa understands how the therapeutic relationship between provider and patient can play a positive role in patient’s long-term success.
Melissa Stefanowicz is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has experience in providing medication management and brief psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. Melissa values her relationship with her clients and prioritizes physical, emotional and spiritual needs as a whole person approach. She aims to provide a safe and nonjudgemental environment. Melissa understands how the therapeutic relationship between provider and patient can play a positive role in patient’s long-term success.

Kathryn Schoenbrod
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045
I have been in private practice since 1985. I am a general adult psychiatrist and see those age 13 and older. I am one of the "dinosaurs" who still do psychotherapy as well as medication. I see individuals, couples, and families. Although the majority of my patients see me for mood disorders and anxiety, I have had a special interest in eating disorders since training. My practice has solely been outpatient for many years, thus inpatient care would have to be transferred temporarily to another physician. (note: I am an out-of-network provider; fees range from $140-320, depending on service, see below.)
I have been in private practice since 1985. I am a general adult psychiatrist and see those age 13 and older. I am one of the "dinosaurs" who still do psychotherapy as well as medication. I see individuals, couples, and families. Although the majority of my patients see me for mood disorders and anxiety, I have had a special interest in eating disorders since training. My practice has solely been outpatient for many years, thus inpatient care would have to be transferred temporarily to another physician. (note: I am an out-of-network provider; fees range from $140-320, depending on service, see below.)

Michael Ficaro
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP-, BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Michael Ficaro is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of Illinois. Michael has been in the mental health field for eight years and has experience working with both adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Michael has worked with patients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorders, spectrum disorders, personality disorders, and behavioral disorders. Michael also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
Michael Ficaro is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state of Illinois. Michael has been in the mental health field for eight years and has experience working with both adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Michael has worked with patients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorders, spectrum disorders, personality disorders, and behavioral disorders. Michael also offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

Krista Bedells
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Lake Forest, IL 60045 (Online Only)
Krista Bedells is a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner. Krista takes an empathic and compassionate approach to patient care. She strives to support patients so they can have a good quality of life and reach their fullest potential. Clients can expect her to work with them and listen to their concerns fully before developing a treatment plan. Krista makes a point to spend quality time with the patient to explore their situation and to fully understand their current symptoms.
Krista Bedells is a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner. Krista takes an empathic and compassionate approach to patient care. She strives to support patients so they can have a good quality of life and reach their fullest potential. Clients can expect her to work with them and listen to their concerns fully before developing a treatment plan. Krista makes a point to spend quality time with the patient to explore their situation and to fully understand their current symptoms.

Dina Froustis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Dina is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 8 years of clinical experience including psychiatric, neurology and critical care inpatient and outpatient. She attended Lake Forest College for her BA, Chamberlain College of Nursing for her BSN and North Park University for her MSN.
Dina is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 8 years of clinical experience including psychiatric, neurology and critical care inpatient and outpatient. She attended Lake Forest College for her BA, Chamberlain College of Nursing for her BSN and North Park University for her MSN.

Dr. Farhad Daniel Hayatghaib
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm originally from Northern California. I went to medical school at Drexel University in Philadelphia and completed my Psychiatric residency training at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, IL. During my residency I received the Chandra Gupta Award for Collegiality and Humanity for service to my fellow residents. I have also worked for the Amen Clinics and completed training on SPECT brain imaging clinical interpretation. I have experience using nutritional supplements as well.
Hi! I'm originally from Northern California. I went to medical school at Drexel University in Philadelphia and completed my Psychiatric residency training at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, IL. During my residency I received the Chandra Gupta Award for Collegiality and Humanity for service to my fellow residents. I have also worked for the Amen Clinics and completed training on SPECT brain imaging clinical interpretation. I have experience using nutritional supplements as well.

Anna Kurapey
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045 (Online Only)
Dr. Kurapey guides you to harness your intuitive wisdom to bring you closer to the life you imagine. She provides comprehensive integrative psychiatric care to help you identify the root cause of your symptoms. Her approach explores the whole person, including your mind, body, lifestyle, spirituality, culture, and external environment. Dr. Kurapey believes in tailoring treatments to your unique needs.
Dr. Kurapey guides you to harness your intuitive wisdom to bring you closer to the life you imagine. She provides comprehensive integrative psychiatric care to help you identify the root cause of your symptoms. Her approach explores the whole person, including your mind, body, lifestyle, spirituality, culture, and external environment. Dr. Kurapey believes in tailoring treatments to your unique needs.

Gabriel Heiber
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, IL 60045
My approach is centered on meeting patients where they are at, valuing collaboration that fosters an alliance grounded in trust, empathy and dignity. I take pride in seeing the person in the patient, and taking the time to do so. Together we can explore and pursue options in medications and psychotherapy to find your emotional and physical balance.
My approach is centered on meeting patients where they are at, valuing collaboration that fosters an alliance grounded in trust, empathy and dignity. I take pride in seeing the person in the patient, and taking the time to do so. Together we can explore and pursue options in medications and psychotherapy to find your emotional and physical balance.

Joshua Nathan
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Dr. Joshua Nathan, Board Certified Psychiatrist, sees stigma as the the biggest challenge in mental illness treatment - from others and from ourselves. He encourages people to not judge themselves on whatever problems they are facing, and he helps them feel safe to open up and allow for healing. Dr. Nathan takes joy in helping people with mental health concerns and values the trust patients place in him.
Dr. Joshua Nathan, Board Certified Psychiatrist, sees stigma as the the biggest challenge in mental illness treatment - from others and from ourselves. He encourages people to not judge themselves on whatever problems they are facing, and he helps them feel safe to open up and allow for healing. Dr. Nathan takes joy in helping people with mental health concerns and values the trust patients place in him.

Dr. Amber May
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Dr. Amber May is a double board certified child, adolescent & adult psychiatrist who treats clients with ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma. Her practice model is to serve as a family psychiatrist throughout the life cycle, providing medication management in the context of a therapeutic relationship. She has a private practice located in Northbrook and Lincoln Square, with the majority of patients coming anywhere between Lake Forest to Lincoln Park. With in person and virtual options, her radius spans an even larger geographic regions. She enjoys helping clients transition successfully to college, work life, parenthood, etc!
Dr. Amber May is a double board certified child, adolescent & adult psychiatrist who treats clients with ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma. Her practice model is to serve as a family psychiatrist throughout the life cycle, providing medication management in the context of a therapeutic relationship. She has a private practice located in Northbrook and Lincoln Square, with the majority of patients coming anywhere between Lake Forest to Lincoln Park. With in person and virtual options, her radius spans an even larger geographic regions. She enjoys helping clients transition successfully to college, work life, parenthood, etc!

Eitan D Schwarz
Psychiatrist, MD, FAACAP, DLFAPA
Verified
Lake Forest, IL 60045
A therapist psychiatrist blends intelligent psychotherapy and appropriate medication care. We’ll first meet for a thorough consultation to understand you and to map out your treatment plan, based on your strengths, always sensitive to your needs and preferences. I’ll serve you personally in your unique journey as your highly trained guide (Cornell, Johns Hopkins, U of Chicago) with 50+ years of continuous experience as a leading therapist and clinician of adults and children. I am also accomplished as a pioneer PTSD researcher, teacher, and forensic expert. (For videos, copy this into your browser: youtube.com/user/mydigitalfamily).
A therapist psychiatrist blends intelligent psychotherapy and appropriate medication care. We’ll first meet for a thorough consultation to understand you and to map out your treatment plan, based on your strengths, always sensitive to your needs and preferences. I’ll serve you personally in your unique journey as your highly trained guide (Cornell, Johns Hopkins, U of Chicago) with 50+ years of continuous experience as a leading therapist and clinician of adults and children. I am also accomplished as a pioneer PTSD researcher, teacher, and forensic expert. (For videos, copy this into your browser: youtube.com/user/mydigitalfamily).
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Tamia Chapple
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, CNP, PMHNP
Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
Tamia Chapple is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois who has more than 10 years of experience in mental health in the inpatient and outpatient setting. She has earned MBA, HCM, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, GERO-BC, and CPhT degrees and certifications. Tamia specializes in treating children ages 4 to 17 with Neurodevelopmental Concerns, Autism, ADHD, Oppositional/Conduct/Defiance, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, and Psychotic Disorders. She also specializes in elderly patients with Irritability, Aggression, Depression, Anxiety, and Insomnia.
Tamia Chapple is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois who has more than 10 years of experience in mental health in the inpatient and outpatient setting. She has earned MBA, HCM, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, GERO-BC, and CPhT degrees and certifications. Tamia specializes in treating children ages 4 to 17 with Neurodevelopmental Concerns, Autism, ADHD, Oppositional/Conduct/Defiance, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, and Psychotic Disorders. She also specializes in elderly patients with Irritability, Aggression, Depression, Anxiety, and Insomnia.

Chibogu Victoria Obianwu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with vast experience providing mental health services in inpatient and outpatient settings. I see individuals and address conditions such as Anxiety, Depression, Hyperactive Disorder (ADD / ADHD), Insomnia, Mood Disorder.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with vast experience providing mental health services in inpatient and outpatient settings. I see individuals and address conditions such as Anxiety, Depression, Hyperactive Disorder (ADD / ADHD), Insomnia, Mood Disorder.

Hone ur Health & Wellness
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
My name is Joan Ajide, owner of Hone ur Health & Wellness. I hold a dual board certification with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I earned both a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner post graduate certificate from Lewis University. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from University of Illinois in Chicago and a Master of Science in Clinical Nurse Leadership from Saint Xavier University. I have over 15 years of nursing experience in both acute and primary care treating various age groups.
My name is Joan Ajide, owner of Hone ur Health & Wellness. I hold a dual board certification with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I earned both a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner post graduate certificate from Lewis University. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from University of Illinois in Chicago and a Master of Science in Clinical Nurse Leadership from Saint Xavier University. I have over 15 years of nursing experience in both acute and primary care treating various age groups.

Surinderpal Kahlon
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Lincolnshire, IL 60069 (Online Only)
Dr. Kahlon has been a psychiatrist trained in the USA. He has been with the Veteran's Affairs for the past 24 years. He was employed as a staff psychiatrist and worked with a wide variety of challenging patients in the VA system. Dr. Kahlon provides medication management along with supportive therapy. In case needed further referral is made to a counselor or therapist.
Dr. Kahlon has been a psychiatrist trained in the USA. He has been with the Veteran's Affairs for the past 24 years. He was employed as a staff psychiatrist and worked with a wide variety of challenging patients in the VA system. Dr. Kahlon provides medication management along with supportive therapy. In case needed further referral is made to a counselor or therapist.

Robin J Shapiro
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Highland Park, IL 60035
I take time to get to know my patients and their concerns. Within the scope of general adult and child and adolescent psychiatry I offer evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, family sessions and consultations, as well as school consultations and evaluations. I have a special interest in eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and ADHD. My practice is open to other general psychiatric needs as well.
I pride myself on getting to know my patients and their needs. I also routinely work with families to understand and cope with their loved one's illness. I use evidence based medicine and the most up to date practices.
I take time to get to know my patients and their concerns. Within the scope of general adult and child and adolescent psychiatry I offer evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, family sessions and consultations, as well as school consultations and evaluations. I have a special interest in eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and ADHD. My practice is open to other general psychiatric needs as well.
I pride myself on getting to know my patients and their needs. I also routinely work with families to understand and cope with their loved one's illness. I use evidence based medicine and the most up to date practices.

Thrive Psychiatric Services, Lisa Hengen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (Online Only)
At Thrive Psychiatric Services, I provide personalized, comprehensive and compassionate Psychiatric Care. I love what I do and never feel like it is work. I enjoy helping people to feel better, so they can have better quality of life. I strive to provide every patient with the best possible care. I feel it is an honor and a privilege to be part of my patient’s healthcare journey, and I am always mindful of the respect and trust that is needed to maintain a therapeutic relationship. I provide comprehensive mental health services, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, substance abuse/addiction treatment and psychotherapy.
At Thrive Psychiatric Services, I provide personalized, comprehensive and compassionate Psychiatric Care. I love what I do and never feel like it is work. I enjoy helping people to feel better, so they can have better quality of life. I strive to provide every patient with the best possible care. I feel it is an honor and a privilege to be part of my patient’s healthcare journey, and I am always mindful of the respect and trust that is needed to maintain a therapeutic relationship. I provide comprehensive mental health services, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, substance abuse/addiction treatment and psychotherapy.

Ishaq Lachin
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Dr. Ishaq (Isaac) Lachin sees individuals aged 6 to 65. He received his bachelor’s degree from Loyola University Chicago, and then received his MD from the world-renowned Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed both his general psychiatry residency training and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Chicago Medical Center. He is board certified and has received multiple awards from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the Illinois Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Dr. Ishaq (Isaac) Lachin sees individuals aged 6 to 65. He received his bachelor’s degree from Loyola University Chicago, and then received his MD from the world-renowned Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed both his general psychiatry residency training and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Chicago Medical Center. He is board certified and has received multiple awards from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the Illinois Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Darrin Coulter
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
My clients are motivated to improve and I meet them where they are. They prioritize their mental health and are motivated because they understand that there is a better path forward. Every session we work together to create a new path toward healing.
My clients are motivated to improve and I meet them where they are. They prioritize their mental health and are motivated because they understand that there is a better path forward. Every session we work together to create a new path toward healing.

Robert G Kohn
Psychiatrist, DO FAAN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
I offer the medical knowledge learned from a thirty year career in Neuropsychiatry. The brain and mind work in harmony seeking balance. The difficulty that you are experiencing, whether this affects your emotions, thinking or behavior, is something I may be able to help. Life is both complicated and simple. I would like to help.
I offer the medical knowledge learned from a thirty year career in Neuropsychiatry. The brain and mind work in harmony seeking balance. The difficulty that you are experiencing, whether this affects your emotions, thinking or behavior, is something I may be able to help. Life is both complicated and simple. I would like to help.
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in Lake Forest is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, 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. Lake Forest Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in Lake Forest is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, 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. Lake Forest Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Lake Forest, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Lake Forest, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Lake Forest as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Lake Forest). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in Lake Forest, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in Lake Forest, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in Lake Forest as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( Lake Forest). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.