Substance Use Psychiatrists in Wheaton, IL
Sarah Sims is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Transcendent Psychiatry treats pediatric, adolescents, and adults. In her practice, she integrates a combination of evidence-based psychopharmacologic management, psychotherapy, compassionate trauma informed care and various cognitive modalities to help you heal. She believes that high quality psychiatric care is more than just treating mental illness. It is a patient centered journey through transitioning mental illness to into mental wellness. Feel free to email us to schedule an intake.
Sarah Sims is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Transcendent Psychiatry treats pediatric, adolescents, and adults. In her practice, she integrates a combination of evidence-based psychopharmacologic management, psychotherapy, compassionate trauma informed care and various cognitive modalities to help you heal. She believes that high quality psychiatric care is more than just treating mental illness. It is a patient centered journey through transitioning mental illness to into mental wellness. Feel free to email us to schedule an intake.
I am currently accepting new self-pay patients for personalized medication management tailored to individuals of all ages. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), I am dedicated to helping you achieve mental wellness and enhance your quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based care.
I am currently accepting new self-pay patients for personalized medication management tailored to individuals of all ages. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), I am dedicated to helping you achieve mental wellness and enhance your quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based care.
I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety, but enjoy treating a variety of illnesses including: ADHD, substance use disorders, Bipolar DIsorders, PTSD, OCD and Schizophrenia.
I served as Chief Resident at Rush University Medical Center and later joined Rush faculty as Medical Director of their Mood and Anxiety Practice before transitioning to private practice. When I am not practicing medicine, I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with my family, especially my two young children.
I specialize in the treatment of depression and anxiety, but enjoy treating a variety of illnesses including: ADHD, substance use disorders, Bipolar DIsorders, PTSD, OCD and Schizophrenia.
I served as Chief Resident at Rush University Medical Center and later joined Rush faculty as Medical Director of their Mood and Anxiety Practice before transitioning to private practice. When I am not practicing medicine, I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with my family, especially my two young children.
I am available to patients who are willing to put their efforts towards recovery. The journey of mental health is collaborative and partnership with your doctor. It truly is, because it requires both the clinician and the patient to work towards this goal. For instance for depression the first requirement is abstain from risk factors like alcohol, loneliness, sedentary lifestyle, poor diets and treating certain general medical conditions.
I strongly emphasize on minimizing use of sedatives like Alprazolam, Clonazepam or sleep aids like Zolpidem etc.
I can help you come off of these meds if you are willing to put your 100% .
I am available to patients who are willing to put their efforts towards recovery. The journey of mental health is collaborative and partnership with your doctor. It truly is, because it requires both the clinician and the patient to work towards this goal. For instance for depression the first requirement is abstain from risk factors like alcohol, loneliness, sedentary lifestyle, poor diets and treating certain general medical conditions.
I strongly emphasize on minimizing use of sedatives like Alprazolam, Clonazepam or sleep aids like Zolpidem etc.
I can help you come off of these meds if you are willing to put your 100% .
I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, mood disorders, stress, and life transitions.
Our team offers a personalized approach to treatment, developing an individualized plan for each client. We specialize in addiction, depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric conditions. Call us today to schedule an evaluation for yourself or your loved one.
I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, mood disorders, stress, and life transitions.
Our team offers a personalized approach to treatment, developing an individualized plan for each client. We specialize in addiction, depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric conditions. Call us today to schedule an evaluation for yourself or your loved one.
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 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.
Dr. Alissa Thompson offers comprehensive psychiatric services to support your mental health journey. She specializes in neurodivergence, ADHD, alcohol use disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. Dr. Thompson sees all ages, across Illinois, with immediate openings.
As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a healthcare career spanning thirteen years, Alissa designs precision treatment plans rooted in the latest evidence-based practices. Treatment plans are collaboratively developed with each patient after Alissa takes the time to truly hear their story, understand their goals, and consider the full picture.
Dr. Alissa Thompson offers comprehensive psychiatric services to support your mental health journey. She specializes in neurodivergence, ADHD, alcohol use disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD. Dr. Thompson sees all ages, across Illinois, with immediate openings.
As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a healthcare career spanning thirteen years, Alissa designs precision treatment plans rooted in the latest evidence-based practices. Treatment plans are collaboratively developed with each patient after Alissa takes the time to truly hear their story, understand their goals, and consider the full picture.
Our psychiatric clinic in Naperville is committed to providing cutting-edge treatments for mental health challenges that have not responded to traditional approaches. We specialize in innovative treatments that have shown promise in clinical research, such as Ketamine-assisted therapy, Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS), IV Ketamine, Spravato (nasal spray, esketamine), Medication Management, General Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, including EMDR.
Our psychiatric clinic in Naperville is committed to providing cutting-edge treatments for mental health challenges that have not responded to traditional approaches. We specialize in innovative treatments that have shown promise in clinical research, such as Ketamine-assisted therapy, Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS), IV Ketamine, Spravato (nasal spray, esketamine), Medication Management, General Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, including EMDR.
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During my time working in primary care I have observed significant deficits in access to quality mental health care for both the geriatric and adult populations including patients with dementia, major depressive disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and substance use disorder.
I obtained my Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Illinois Chicago in 2012 and I’m a Board Certified Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. A passion for caring for vulnerable populations lead me to apply and work with the international aid organization Doctors Without Borders where I worked in both Ethiopia and Malawi.
During my time working in primary care I have observed significant deficits in access to quality mental health care for both the geriatric and adult populations including patients with dementia, major depressive disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and substance use disorder.
I obtained my Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Illinois Chicago in 2012 and I’m a Board Certified Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. A passion for caring for vulnerable populations lead me to apply and work with the international aid organization Doctors Without Borders where I worked in both Ethiopia and Malawi.
Hello, my name is Saad and I treat the following conditions: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD. I also treat addiction. Suboxone is prescribed for opioid addiction. Naltrexone can be prescribed for both alcohol addiction and opioid addiction
Hello, my name is Saad and I treat the following conditions: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD. I also treat addiction. Suboxone is prescribed for opioid addiction. Naltrexone can be prescribed for both alcohol addiction and opioid addiction
I am excited to announce that SinclairMethod.Org is now providing online alcohol treatment to all residents of Florida, New York, Illinois, Michigan, and others. The Sinclair Method (TSM) is an evidence-based treatment using the FDA-approved medication Naltrexone to gradually reduce problem-drinking. TSM has a success rate of 78%, with most patients reporting a significant reduction in their alcohol use, as well as reduced cravings and preoccupation with drinking.
I am excited to announce that SinclairMethod.Org is now providing online alcohol treatment to all residents of Florida, New York, Illinois, Michigan, and others. The Sinclair Method (TSM) is an evidence-based treatment using the FDA-approved medication Naltrexone to gradually reduce problem-drinking. TSM has a success rate of 78%, with most patients reporting a significant reduction in their alcohol use, as well as reduced cravings and preoccupation with drinking.
I am a dynamic Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a doctorate and 15 years of experience in behavioral health. Specializing in mental health care for individuals aged 8 and up, Dr. Adewolu masterfully manages a wide array of mental health disorders with flexible appointment options tailored to your schedule. I typically work with patients experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, mood disorders, and addiction. I am particularly comfortable treating conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
I am a dynamic Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a doctorate and 15 years of experience in behavioral health. Specializing in mental health care for individuals aged 8 and up, Dr. Adewolu masterfully manages a wide array of mental health disorders with flexible appointment options tailored to your schedule. I typically work with patients experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, mood disorders, and addiction. I am particularly comfortable treating conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
I am currently accepting new patients. I have been providing excellent care for over 6 years with great compassion. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for patients 5 years and older with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, ADHD, Mood disorder, PTSD, Opioid Use Disorder, and other mental health problems. I treat each patient as an individual and work together in developing treatment plans. I spend the time needed with each patient to get to know them and understand the source of their struggles.
I am currently accepting new patients. I have been providing excellent care for over 6 years with great compassion. I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for patients 5 years and older with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, ADHD, Mood disorder, PTSD, Opioid Use Disorder, and other mental health problems. I treat each patient as an individual and work together in developing treatment plans. I spend the time needed with each patient to get to know them and understand the source of their struggles.
I find it especially meaningful to work with healthcare professionals facing substance use, Illinois licensing, or IDFPR concerns.
I work with healthcare professionals, executives, attorneys, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and other high achievers who may feel overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or stuck. I’m a Nurse Practitioner with 20+ years of experience, a Senior Fellow in Opioid Use Disorder, forensic evaluator, and graduate nursing professor. I am also a preferred behavioral health provider in the NFL-specific Cigna directory, serving eligible players and their families.
I find it especially meaningful to work with healthcare professionals facing substance use, Illinois licensing, or IDFPR concerns.
I work with healthcare professionals, executives, attorneys, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and other high achievers who may feel overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or stuck. I’m a Nurse Practitioner with 20+ years of experience, a Senior Fellow in Opioid Use Disorder, forensic evaluator, and graduate nursing professor. I am also a preferred behavioral health provider in the NFL-specific Cigna directory, serving eligible players and their families.
When your mental health feels off, it’s rarely just one piece, it’s often connected to your body, stress, and life circumstances. As a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I’m trained to see the full picture. I help people who are navigating anxiety, mood changes, and complex health concerns understand how their physical and emotional health intersect, so nothing gets overlooked. My goal is to provide thoughtful, comprehensive care that brings clarity, stability, and a real path forward.
When your mental health feels off, it’s rarely just one piece, it’s often connected to your body, stress, and life circumstances. As a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I’m trained to see the full picture. I help people who are navigating anxiety, mood changes, and complex health concerns understand how their physical and emotional health intersect, so nothing gets overlooked. My goal is to provide thoughtful, comprehensive care that brings clarity, stability, and a real path forward.
Life can feel overwhelming — especially when challenges come from every direction. You might be coping with depression or anxiety, adjusting to a major life change, or managing the stress of legal or medical issues. Maybe you’ve tried to handle it on your own but need a space where you can breathe, feel understood, and get real tools to make things better.
I specialize in working with adults and seniors, offering both in-person in Mundelein and secure telepsych sessions across Illinois. My approach is trauma-informed, nonjudgmental, and rooted in over 13 years of psychiatric experience in adult and geriatric mental health.
Life can feel overwhelming — especially when challenges come from every direction. You might be coping with depression or anxiety, adjusting to a major life change, or managing the stress of legal or medical issues. Maybe you’ve tried to handle it on your own but need a space where you can breathe, feel understood, and get real tools to make things better.
I specialize in working with adults and seniors, offering both in-person in Mundelein and secure telepsych sessions across Illinois. My approach is trauma-informed, nonjudgmental, and rooted in over 13 years of psychiatric experience in adult and geriatric mental health.
Same week appointments- in person and telehealth options
If you’re struggling with ADHD,anxiety, depression, mood swings, OCD, effective treatment is available — and you don’t have to wait months for help. I am a psychiatrist providing comprehensive evaluations and medication management for adults, focused on accurate diagnosis and clear, practical treatment plans. I am currently accepting new patients and am in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield,Aetna, and Medicare, making care accessible and affordable.
Same week appointments- in person and telehealth options
If you’re struggling with ADHD,anxiety, depression, mood swings, OCD, effective treatment is available — and you don’t have to wait months for help. I am a psychiatrist providing comprehensive evaluations and medication management for adults, focused on accurate diagnosis and clear, practical treatment plans. I am currently accepting new patients and am in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield,Aetna, and Medicare, making care accessible and affordable.
I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and ADHD.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience working in a variety of mental health settings with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping address a wide range of mental health concerns.
I provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and ADHD.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with experience working in a variety of mental health settings with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping address a wide range of mental health concerns.
Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of experience dedicated to supporting individuals on their mental health journey. My journey in this profession has been driven by a deep commitment to supporting clients in achieving mental wellness and reclaiming their lives.
I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including adults, children, women dealing with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD.
Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of experience dedicated to supporting individuals on their mental health journey. My journey in this profession has been driven by a deep commitment to supporting clients in achieving mental wellness and reclaiming their lives.
I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including adults, children, women dealing with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD.
At Akweli, we proudly serve clients from diverse backgrounds and communities across Illinois. Our practice is rooted in inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and a deep commitment to meeting each individual where they are in their mental health journey. We provide bilingual care for children, adolescents, and adults ages 6 and up, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia, insomnia, gender dysphoria, and more.
At Akweli, we proudly serve clients from diverse backgrounds and communities across Illinois. Our practice is rooted in inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and a deep commitment to meeting each individual where they are in their mental health journey. We provide bilingual care for children, adolescents, and adults ages 6 and up, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia, insomnia, gender dysphoria, and more.
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FAQ - Substance Use Psychiatrists
Ho can psychiatrists help with substance use disorders?
Substance use disorders are characterized by the use of alcohol, prescription medications, or other drugs in ways that harm a person's health, relationships, or responsibilities at home, work, or school. While not everyone who uses substances meets the criteria for a disorder, substance use that becomes frequent, risky, or disruptive to daily life may indicate the presence of a substance use disorder. In these cases, psychiatric care can be critical to helping clients reach recovery. Psychiatrists who specialize in substance use can help individuals understand the role substances play in their lives and support them in making changes through a combination of therapy and, when appropriate, medication.
How do psychiatrists treat substance use disorders?
At the start of care, psychiatrists typically conduct a thorough evaluation of a client's current substance use and assess for any co-occurring mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. This assessment helps determine whether outpatient care is appropriate or if a higher level of support—such as a detox program or intensive outpatient program (IOP)—is needed first. Once an appropriate care setting is identified, the psychiatrist and client work together to establish treatment goals and a personalized plan. This plan may include therapy approaches such as motivational interviewing, harm reduction strategies, or relapse prevention. For some individuals, medication-assisted treatment (MAT)—such as buprenorphine for opioid use or naltrexone for alcohol use—may be used to manage cravings, withdrawal, or relapse risk.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in substance use disorders?
The Psychology Today online directory is a useful tool for finding psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in treating substance use. The directory allows users to search for providers with expertise in specific areas, such as alcohol use, drug use, or dual diagnosis. It also includes filters for insurance coverage, location, session format (in-person or telehealth), and provider identity characteristics, such as gender or cultural background. When evaluating a psychiatrist, it's helpful to ask about their experience treating the specific substance of concern, as not all providers treat all types of substance use. Understanding their approach to therapy and medication can also help ensure the provider is a good fit.