Depression Psychiatrists in Lake Forest, IL
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.
TMS therapy provides long-term results for people suffering from depression. It is backed by multiple clinical trials that show it is a safe and effective treatment. TMS may also help OCD, PTSD, and anxiety. Anti-depressant medications can cause undesired side effects. TMS therapy doesn’t involve medication, you won’t have fatigue, insomnia, or weight gain.
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.
TMS therapy provides long-term results for people suffering from depression. It is backed by multiple clinical trials that show it is a safe and effective treatment. TMS may also help OCD, PTSD, and anxiety. Anti-depressant medications can cause undesired side effects. TMS therapy doesn’t involve medication, you won’t have fatigue, insomnia, or weight gain.
I have extensive experience managing a variety of mental health concerns. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and grounded in both compassion and clinical expertise. I value creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can be fully heard and seen. Together, we will take the time to understand your experiences, identify patterns, and build a path forward that aligns with your goals and values.
I have extensive experience managing a variety of mental health concerns. My approach is collaborative, holistic, and grounded in both compassion and clinical expertise. I value creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can be fully heard and seen. Together, we will take the time to understand your experiences, identify patterns, and build a path forward that aligns with your goals and values.
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.)
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.
I am passionate about treating patients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, PTSD, OCD, schizophrenia, insomnia, eating disorders, and substance use.
Since the beginning of my career, I have gained knowledge and expertise as a healthcare provider in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I excel in providing care to a variety of individuals, including emergency, intensive care, medical-surgical, correctional, and psychiatric populations. While supporting my patients in overcoming their physical and emotional challenges, I developed a passion for working with individuals struggling with mental health disorders and and thoroughly enjoy educating & empowering my patients to strengthen their mental health throughout their healing journey.
I am passionate about treating patients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, PTSD, OCD, schizophrenia, insomnia, eating disorders, and substance use.
Since the beginning of my career, I have gained knowledge and expertise as a healthcare provider in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I excel in providing care to a variety of individuals, including emergency, intensive care, medical-surgical, correctional, and psychiatric populations. While supporting my patients in overcoming their physical and emotional challenges, I developed a passion for working with individuals struggling with mental health disorders and and thoroughly enjoy educating & empowering my patients to strengthen their mental health throughout their healing journey.
Welcome to the Northshore Wellness Center where we set the gold standard in medical and mental healthcare offering comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans. We are a collaborative medical-psychiatric practice led by a physician couple dedicated to nurturing both brain and body health. We provide Direct Primary & Direct Psychiatric Care. We are highly accessible to our patients, available within 24 hours for current patients and within 72 hours for new patients. Our physicians take a global view of your health and look deeper into the root causes of your symptoms.
Welcome to the Northshore Wellness Center where we set the gold standard in medical and mental healthcare offering comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans. We are a collaborative medical-psychiatric practice led by a physician couple dedicated to nurturing both brain and body health. We provide Direct Primary & Direct Psychiatric Care. We are highly accessible to our patients, available within 24 hours for current patients and within 72 hours for new patients. Our physicians take a global view of your health and look deeper into the root causes of your symptoms.
I provide compassionate care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life transitions.
I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care for adults navigating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Seeking help can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel truly heard and understood.
I provide compassionate care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and life transitions.
I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care for adults navigating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Seeking help can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel truly heard and understood.
With personalized care plans, Dina works with her patients to treat some of the more common conditions including, but not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety disorders, Bipolar, Depression, PTSD and OCD.
Dina is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 10 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.
With personalized care plans, Dina works with her patients to treat some of the more common conditions including, but not limited to: ADHD, Anxiety disorders, Bipolar, Depression, PTSD and OCD.
Dina is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 10 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.
She is passionate about addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, and substance abuse, utilizing evidence-based interventions to promote recovery and resilience.
Lilly's expertise includes medication management, case management, and therapeutic interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, and Christian Counseling. Her approach is comprehensive, integrating advanced theories in pathophysiology, psychology, neurobiology, and psychosocial care to ensure holistic treatment for both mind and body
She is passionate about addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, and substance abuse, utilizing evidence-based interventions to promote recovery and resilience.
Lilly's expertise includes medication management, case management, and therapeutic interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, and Christian Counseling. Her approach is comprehensive, integrating advanced theories in pathophysiology, psychology, neurobiology, and psychosocial care to ensure holistic treatment for both mind and body
Our team of psychiatrists, therapists, psychologists, and advanced practice nurses specializes in treating in a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, trauma, PTSD, and more.
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.
Our team of psychiatrists, therapists, psychologists, and advanced practice nurses specializes in treating in a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, trauma, PTSD, and more.
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.
I provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety, while also having an interest in medically complex patients.
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.
I provide treatment for a variety of mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety, while also having an interest in medically complex patients.
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.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
I believe we function at our highest capacity when there is balance in mental, psychological, physical, social as well as in spiritual health. Our initial appointment entails listening to your detailed history, talking about your current stressors, and working on your goals of treatment. Our follow up appointments will be aimed at reviewing progress and making needed adjustments until we find the best balance for you. I believe for best outcomes, application of both pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy are all it takes. Let's start a better mental health journey together.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
I believe we function at our highest capacity when there is balance in mental, psychological, physical, social as well as in spiritual health. Our initial appointment entails listening to your detailed history, talking about your current stressors, and working on your goals of treatment. Our follow up appointments will be aimed at reviewing progress and making needed adjustments until we find the best balance for you. I believe for best outcomes, application of both pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy are all it takes. Let's start a better mental health journey together.
I can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and substance use concerns, as well as providing forensic / substance use evaluations for licensing boards.
I work with high-functioning, successful adults who are used to holding everything together—but feel overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck. I’m a Nurse Practitioner with 20+ years in medicine, a senior fellow in OUD, addiction specialist, and faculty in a graduate medical program. I provide structured, evidence-based care including IDFPR substance abuse evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, and genetic testing when appropriate—so you get clear answers and a plan that works.
I can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and substance use concerns, as well as providing forensic / substance use evaluations for licensing boards.
I work with high-functioning, successful adults who are used to holding everything together—but feel overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck. I’m a Nurse Practitioner with 20+ years in medicine, a senior fellow in OUD, addiction specialist, and faculty in a graduate medical program. I provide structured, evidence-based care including IDFPR substance abuse evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, and genetic testing when appropriate—so you get clear answers and a plan that works.
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My focus is on helping those dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and substance use disorders.
Every individual presents a unique journey, and their distinct experiences and life circumstances shape each mental health challenge. As a mental health provider, I prioritize building strong, trusting relationships with my clients. I strive to understand their personal narratives deeply, recognizing the importance of their stories in the healing process.
My focus is on helping those dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and substance use disorders.
Every individual presents a unique journey, and their distinct experiences and life circumstances shape each mental health challenge. As a mental health provider, I prioritize building strong, trusting relationships with my clients. I strive to understand their personal narratives deeply, recognizing the importance of their stories in the healing process.
I am a dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My approach to care is individualized and unique to each person that I encounter. I am able to take care of your mental health needs in a person-centered approach.
I am a dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. My approach to care is individualized and unique to each person that I encounter. I am able to take care of your mental health needs in a person-centered approach.
I provide evidence-based medication management and supportive therapy for adults dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, panic, OCD, and schizophrenia.
I work best with people who take their mental health seriously but juggle demanding or non-traditional schedules. Many of my clients feel exhausted, on edge, or stuck in patterns of overthinking, panic, or low mood, and they're ready to sleep better, feel more stable, and show up fully at work and at home. Having spent 14 years on the night shift myself, I know how hard it is to ask for help when you're already running on empty. That's why I offer flexible, late-night scheduling to make care fit your life.
I provide evidence-based medication management and supportive therapy for adults dealing with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, panic, OCD, and schizophrenia.
I work best with people who take their mental health seriously but juggle demanding or non-traditional schedules. Many of my clients feel exhausted, on edge, or stuck in patterns of overthinking, panic, or low mood, and they're ready to sleep better, feel more stable, and show up fully at work and at home. Having spent 14 years on the night shift myself, I know how hard it is to ask for help when you're already running on empty. That's why I offer flexible, late-night scheduling to make care fit your life.
I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Stella Mental Health Chicago located in Westmont, specializing in comprehensive pharmacologic medication management for those navigating mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar, PTSD/PTSI, and more.
With a strong commitment to fostering hope and recovery, I work to empower individuals in achieving their mental health goals & leading fulfilling lives. What sets my practice apart is my ability to form authentic, compassionate connections with people from all walks of life. We begin with an assessment and move forward with building a custom treatment plan.
I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Stella Mental Health Chicago located in Westmont, specializing in comprehensive pharmacologic medication management for those navigating mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar, PTSD/PTSI, and more.
With a strong commitment to fostering hope and recovery, I work to empower individuals in achieving their mental health goals & leading fulfilling lives. What sets my practice apart is my ability to form authentic, compassionate connections with people from all walks of life. We begin with an assessment and move forward with building a custom treatment plan.
I am particularly comfortable treating individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and adjustment disorders.
Hello, I'm Danielle Silva, a licensed and board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with four years of experience. I specialize in providing compassionate care and evidence-based therapies to support individuals in managing mental health challenges. I'm dedicated to collaborating with my patients to develop personalized treatment plans that promote healing and enhance overall well-being. I typically work with patients across the lifespan who are struggling with a variety of mental health conditions.
I am particularly comfortable treating individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and adjustment disorders.
Hello, I'm Danielle Silva, a licensed and board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with four years of experience. I specialize in providing compassionate care and evidence-based therapies to support individuals in managing mental health challenges. I'm dedicated to collaborating with my patients to develop personalized treatment plans that promote healing and enhance overall well-being. I typically work with patients across the lifespan who are struggling with a variety of mental health conditions.
Hello, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and overall quality of life. I believe that your mental health is just as vital as your physical health—both deserve the same care, attention, and compassion. My goal is to help you find balance, improve your emotional well-being, and enhance your overall quality of life.
I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to take an active role in your care.
Hello, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and overall quality of life. I believe that your mental health is just as vital as your physical health—both deserve the same care, attention, and compassion. My goal is to help you find balance, improve your emotional well-being, and enhance your overall quality of life.
I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to take an active role in your care.
Enjoy working with patients diagnosed with anxiety, depression, insomnia, panic attacks, mood disorders, postpartum depression, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, chemical dependency, etc.
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Coaching and Weight Management services provided. Clinical Hypnotherapy has been essential for a lot of patients with psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma/PTSD, panic attacks, low self-esteem, mood issues and other conditions.
Enjoy working with patients diagnosed with anxiety, depression, insomnia, panic attacks, mood disorders, postpartum depression, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, chemical dependency, etc.
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Coaching and Weight Management services provided. Clinical Hypnotherapy has been essential for a lot of patients with psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma/PTSD, panic attacks, low self-esteem, mood issues and other conditions.
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FAQ - Depression Psychiatrists
How can a psychiatrist help with depression?
Depression can be a deeply challenging and often debilitating condition that affects an individual's ability to function in day-to-day life, influencing everything from personal relationships and work performance to motivation, energy levels, and overall emotional well-being. However, psychiatrists can help individuals experiencing depression and related conditions—such as major depressive disorder (MDD), seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and postpartum depression—by providing a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. Psychiatrists who specialize in depression are typically trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities that are proven to support recovery from depressive symptoms, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and interpersonal therapy (IPT).
What can you expect from the treatment process?
The process of working with a psychiatrist usually begins with an evaluation or assessment, which allows the psychiatrist to understand the client’s medical history and current symptoms. This initial assessment serves to help develop a treatment plan and can help the psychiatrist assess whether a client may benefit from medication, talk therapy, or a combination of both. As treatment progresses, psychiatrists continue to monitor the individual’s response to therapy and any prescribed medications; they may also work in collaboration with other mental health professionals on a client's care team, such as therapists, psychologists, or social workers, in order to ensure a client receives coordinated care. In many cases, individuals meet with their psychiatrist on a weekly or biweekly basis for several months or more, which allows enough time to evaluate treatment outcomes and for medications—such as antidepressants—to take full effect. For some clients, particularly those with less severe symptoms or more focused goals, shorter-term therapy may be offered, especially when the psychiatrist is trained in structured approaches like solution-focused therapy or brief therapy models.
How to find the right psychiatrist for depression?
Given the prevalence of depression, many psychiatrists possess considerable experience treating it. Still, it is important to find a provider who is a good personal and clinical fit. Resources like Psychology Today’s online directory make it easy to locate psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in depression and related conditions. The directory includes filters that allow users to search by specialty, cost, location, and identity preferences. When considering a provider, it can be helpful to ask about their specific experience treating depression, their approach to therapy and medication, and whether they offer care in a convenient format—either in-person or via telehealth. Additionally, for some individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, finding a psychiatrist who shares or has familiarity with their cultural, racial, or gender identity can make a significant difference in the effectiveness of care.