Depression Psychiatrists in Libertyville, IL
I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD, with a particular focus on mood disorders and treatment-resistant depression.
I am dedicated to tailoring treatment plans that best meet your unique needs, helping you achieve lasting stability and improved quality of life.
I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and OCD, with a particular focus on mood disorders and treatment-resistant depression.
I am dedicated to tailoring treatment plans that best meet your unique needs, helping you achieve lasting stability and improved quality of life.
Today, I provide compassionate, outpatient psychiatric care for adults ages 18 and older, treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, and mood disorders.
My approach is collaborative, holistic, and rooted in respect. I aim to create a safe, open environment where individuals feel heard and supported. Treatment plans are personalized and may include lifestyle modifications, therapy, and, when appropriate, medication.
Today, I provide compassionate, outpatient psychiatric care for adults ages 18 and older, treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, and mood disorders.
My approach is collaborative, holistic, and rooted in respect. I aim to create a safe, open environment where individuals feel heard and supported. Treatment plans are personalized and may include lifestyle modifications, therapy, and, when appropriate, medication.
As a board-certified Physician Assistant, my focus is creating a comfortable, collaborative environment where patients feel at ease discussing anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), body dysmorphic disorder, and eating disorders.
My background as a Registered Dietitian shaped my understanding of the strong connection between physical and mental health, particularly in the treatment of eating disorders. I recognize that symptoms such as restriction, bingeing, or compulsive behaviors often reflect deeper emotional struggles.
As a board-certified Physician Assistant, my focus is creating a comfortable, collaborative environment where patients feel at ease discussing anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), body dysmorphic disorder, and eating disorders.
My background as a Registered Dietitian shaped my understanding of the strong connection between physical and mental health, particularly in the treatment of eating disorders. I recognize that symptoms such as restriction, bingeing, or compulsive behaviors often reflect deeper emotional struggles.
I provide medication management for adolescent and adult patients, with special interests in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
I hold national board certifications with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and my Doctorate of Nursing Practice and Master of Science degrees in Nursing at Lewis University. I worked as a Certified School Nurse for ten years while pursing my advanced degrees as a Nurse Practitioner.
I provide medication management for adolescent and adult patients, with special interests in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
I hold national board certifications with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and my Doctorate of Nursing Practice and Master of Science degrees in Nursing at Lewis University. I worked as a Certified School Nurse for ten years while pursing my advanced degrees as a Nurse Practitioner.
My expertise encompasses the treatment of a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD / ADHD), insomnia, and mood disorders.
I employ evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as Motivational Interviewing/Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) and Supportive Psychotherapy to facilitate meaningful change and promote overall well-being. I firmly believe in the power of collaborative, client-centered care, empowering individuals to actively participate in their treatment journey.
My expertise encompasses the treatment of a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder (ADD / ADHD), insomnia, and mood disorders.
I employ evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as Motivational Interviewing/Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) and Supportive Psychotherapy to facilitate meaningful change and promote overall well-being. I firmly believe in the power of collaborative, client-centered care, empowering individuals to actively participate in their treatment journey.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, Dementia, psychosis or PTSD, you're not alone, and support is within reach.
I understand that seeking help can be a big step, and I’m here to ensure you feel supported and understood every step of the way. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where we can work together to build a treatment plan that truly fits your needs and aspirations.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, Dementia, psychosis or PTSD, you're not alone, and support is within reach.
I understand that seeking help can be a big step, and I’m here to ensure you feel supported and understood every step of the way. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where we can work together to build a treatment plan that truly fits your needs and aspirations.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing symptoms involving attention, anxiety, mood, emotional regulation, executive functioning, or behavioral change that are affecting daily functioning, relationships, school, or work life. Some patients feel chronically overwhelmed or stuck despite strong effort, while others are navigating more severe or longstanding psychiatric concerns. I provide thoughtful psychiatric evaluation grounded in careful assessment, diagnostic nuance, and individualized treatment planning.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing symptoms involving attention, anxiety, mood, emotional regulation, executive functioning, or behavioral change that are affecting daily functioning, relationships, school, or work life. Some patients feel chronically overwhelmed or stuck despite strong effort, while others are navigating more severe or longstanding psychiatric concerns. I provide thoughtful psychiatric evaluation grounded in careful assessment, diagnostic nuance, and individualized treatment planning.
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.
Brianna Wicinski
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, FNP, FPA, RN
1 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
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.
I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric care for teens, adults and older adults facing anxiety, depression, psychosis, ADHD, Bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck. Through personalized treatment and thoughtful medication management, I help you regain clarity, stability, and a renewed sense of well-being. My goal is to create a treatment plan that fits your life and helps you feel more like yourself again, calm, focused, and in control.
I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric care for teens, adults and older adults facing anxiety, depression, psychosis, ADHD, Bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck. Through personalized treatment and thoughtful medication management, I help you regain clarity, stability, and a renewed sense of well-being. My goal is to create a treatment plan that fits your life and helps you feel more like yourself again, calm, focused, and in control.
Aleksandra Besterfeldt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA, RN
11 Endorsed
Libertyville, IL 60048
As a dual-certified Nurse Practitioner in Adult-Geriatric Acute Care and Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP), I have years of experience helping people with conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar disorders, Insomnia, PTSD, psychosis and Schizophrenia.
My approach is all about YOU. Every individual has unique needs, and I aim to offer personalized care tailored to what you're going through. In addition to medication, we also offer health coaching. This is more focused on helping you implement things like exercise and nutrition.
As a dual-certified Nurse Practitioner in Adult-Geriatric Acute Care and Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP), I have years of experience helping people with conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar disorders, Insomnia, PTSD, psychosis and Schizophrenia.
My approach is all about YOU. Every individual has unique needs, and I aim to offer personalized care tailored to what you're going through. In addition to medication, we also offer health coaching. This is more focused on helping you implement things like exercise and nutrition.
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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Serrato’s psychiatric services are typically most appropriate for mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety or depression, sleep problems, fatigue, eating concerns, obsessions and compulsions, chronic stress, attention problems/poor concentration, and low energy.
Dr. Marisa Serrato is committed to educating and empowering each person with the knowledge and tools they need to optimize their mental wellness and maximize their quality of life. Dr. Serrato strongly values working as a team with her patients, and believes that effective work together calls for ongoing communication as well as an understanding of each person’s unique perspective, biology, and experience. She has an expertise in College Mental Health and has focused her practice to the treatment of the emerging adult population.
Serrato’s psychiatric services are typically most appropriate for mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety or depression, sleep problems, fatigue, eating concerns, obsessions and compulsions, chronic stress, attention problems/poor concentration, and low energy.
Dr. Marisa Serrato is committed to educating and empowering each person with the knowledge and tools they need to optimize their mental wellness and maximize their quality of life. Dr. Serrato strongly values working as a team with her patients, and believes that effective work together calls for ongoing communication as well as an understanding of each person’s unique perspective, biology, and experience. She has an expertise in College Mental Health and has focused her practice to the treatment of the emerging adult population.
If you've been managing depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder through your primary care doctor (or on your own) and feel like you keep hitting a wall, you're exactly who I'm here for.
As a board-certified psychiatrist (MD), I consider your habits, relationships, hormonal health, and inflammation and blend medication, therapy, lifestyle changes to create a care plan tailored for your specific needs. Appointments are telehealth only, with 1-hour evaluations and 30-minute follow-ups.
If you've been managing depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder through your primary care doctor (or on your own) and feel like you keep hitting a wall, you're exactly who I'm here for.
As a board-certified psychiatrist (MD), I consider your habits, relationships, hormonal health, and inflammation and blend medication, therapy, lifestyle changes to create a care plan tailored for your specific needs. Appointments are telehealth only, with 1-hour evaluations and 30-minute follow-ups.
We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones.
I specialize in convenient telehealth visits. Full psychiatric evaluations and med management are offered via video conference or a phone call. Prescriptions are electronically sent to pharmacy of choice. Enter our "waiting room" and chat for free with a provider. Same day visits often available. Click the website link for easy self-scheduling.
We treat anyone suffering with depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue adversely affecting optimal functioning at work, deterring their best social self, or preventing being fully present for loved ones.
I specialize in convenient telehealth visits. Full psychiatric evaluations and med management are offered via video conference or a phone call. Prescriptions are electronically sent to pharmacy of choice. Enter our "waiting room" and chat for free with a provider. Same day visits often available. Click the website link for easy self-scheduling.
This may be accompanied by feelings of depression, anxiety or as physical problems.
I provide a warm, supportive, and accepting environment, and I offer to assist you in working through the resistance toward a fuller and more complete life. My focus is in the field of Depth Psychology which requires a shift to the inner self that is emerging in your life.
This may be accompanied by feelings of depression, anxiety or as physical problems.
I provide a warm, supportive, and accepting environment, and I offer to assist you in working through the resistance toward a fuller and more complete life. My focus is in the field of Depth Psychology which requires a shift to the inner self that is emerging in your life.
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.)
At Generations Behavioral Healthcare, P.C., (GBH) we offer telehealth services so that you can seek help in the comfort, safety and convenience of your home using fully HIPAA compliant meeting software with the flexibility for Live Text, Live Phone or Live Video sessions. We serve the entire states of Illinois and Florida and offer counseling, neuropsychological testing and psychiatric medication management for children, adolescents and adult clients.
At Generations Behavioral Healthcare, P.C., (GBH) we offer telehealth services so that you can seek help in the comfort, safety and convenience of your home using fully HIPAA compliant meeting software with the flexibility for Live Text, Live Phone or Live Video sessions. We serve the entire states of Illinois and Florida and offer counseling, neuropsychological testing and psychiatric medication management for children, adolescents and adult clients.
My ideal client is someone who is struggling with mental health challenges, whether it's anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or another condition.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I offer personalized care tailored to your needs, combining evidence-based treatments with deep understanding. Whether through medication management, therapeutic interventions, or ongoing support, I work closely with you to ensure the best care possible, helping you achieve long-term recovery and a better quality of life.
My ideal client is someone who is struggling with mental health challenges, whether it's anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or another condition.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I offer personalized care tailored to your needs, combining evidence-based treatments with deep understanding. Whether through medication management, therapeutic interventions, or ongoing support, I work closely with you to ensure the best care possible, helping you achieve long-term recovery and a better quality of life.
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.
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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.