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Available both in-person and online
1580 South Milwaukee Avenue 420 Libertyville, IL 60048
Are you worried your child’s struggles with focus, organization, impulsivity, or emotional regulation are holding them back? Are you exhausted trying to find real, lasting solutions for ADHD, not just another quick medication adjustment? At Embrace Behavioral Health, we offer holistic, root-cause ADHD care designed specifically for children and teens. We go beyond symptom management to uncover why your child is struggling and create a personalized plan for lasting success. Using functional medicine, targeted nutrition, and integrative psychiatric support, we help your child thrive — from the inside out.
We go beyond the ADHD label to uncover root causes like nutritional imbalances, sleep issues, gut health, and environmental triggers. Our integrative care includes lab testing, lifestyle changes, and emotional support. In addition to medication, we also offer health coaching. This is more focused on helping you implement things like exercise and nutrition.
Rooted in compassion and respect, our holistic, personalized approach empowers every child to thrive and reach their fullest potential. We partner with parents to deliver expert guidance, education, and real-world tools that support your child’s success with ADHD and related challenges.
Take the first step to help. Call or Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults now - (224) 332-3594

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1580 South Milwaukee Avenue

420

Libertyville, IL 60048 map

(224) 332-3594
Website
In addition to medication, we also offer health coaching. This is more focused on helping you implement things like exercise and nutrition.
I specialize in ADHD, Functional Medicine and Holistic Psychiatry 
Initial Session Fee $300, Standard Visit $150, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I'm a certified health coach dedicated to helping you build sustainable habits for better energy, nutrition, and mental well-being.
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Let's Connect (224) 332-3594
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1580 South Milwaukee Avenue

420

Libertyville, IL 60048 map

(224) 332-3594
Website
In addition to medication, we also offer health coaching. This is more focused on helping you implement things like exercise and nutrition.
I specialize in ADHD, Functional Medicine and Holistic Psychiatry 
Initial Session Fee $300, Standard Visit $150, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I'm a certified health coach dedicated to helping you build sustainable habits for better energy, nutrition, and mental well-being.
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults

Finances

Fees

  • Initial Session Fee $300
  • Standard Visit $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • BCBS Community
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Meridian
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Health coaching sessions are $75 each and are not covered by the insurance.
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
or call with questions - (224) 332-3594
"
We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Health coaching sessions are $75 each and are not covered by the insurance.
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
or call with questions - (224) 332-3594

Qualifications

    Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: Aleksandra Besterfeldt

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: Illinois / 277000300 Aleksandra Besterfeldt
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • University of Cincinnati, MSN, AGNP, PMHNP, Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Master of Psychopharmacology
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (224) 332-3594
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (224) 332-3594

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Functional Medicine
  • Holistic Psychiatry

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
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We help children ages 4 to 17 who are facing ADHD challenges. Our services support parents seeking a holistic, integrative approach to care. We guide families looking for answers beyond "just another medication." Whether your child is newly diagnosed, not improving with current treatment, or feeling misunderstood, we are here to help.
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
or call with questions - (224) 332-3594
"
We help children ages 4 to 17 who are facing ADHD challenges. Our services support parents seeking a holistic, integrative approach to care. We guide families looking for answers beyond "just another medication." Whether your child is newly diagnosed, not improving with current treatment, or feeling misunderstood, we are here to help.
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
or call with questions - (224) 332-3594

2 Endorsements

Dolapo Fox
Dolapo Fox
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerDNPPMHNP-BFNP-C
Aleksandra provides patient centered care for her clients. She ensures that each clients unique needs and well being are at the forefront of her care while providing a safe and supportive environment for individual clients and their loved ones
Mariam Odigwe
Mariam Odigwe
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerMSNAPRNPMHNPBC
Aleksandra brings professionalism, insight, and genuine care to every interaction. A dedicated provider committed to supporting meaningful mental health outcomes.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen

Participants

Individuals

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen

Participants

Individuals

Location

Primary Location

1580 South Milwaukee Avenue

420

Libertyville, IL 60048

(224) 332-3594
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In addition to medication, we also offer health coaching. This is more focused on helping you implement things like exercise and nutrition.
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (224) 332-3594
"
In addition to medication, we also offer health coaching. This is more focused on helping you implement things like exercise and nutrition.
Photo of Aleksandra Besterfeldt - Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Psychiatric care for kids, teens, and adults
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, AGNP, FPA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (224) 332-3594