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Psychiatrists in Chicago, IL

3,068 listed in Chicago, IL · Listings last verified October 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 3068 psychiatry providers in the Chicago area, most of them in Chicago, Naperville and Maywood. Listings include psychiatrists (MD or DO), psychiatric nurse practitioners and TMS or Spravato clinics, with credentials, phone number and address. 374 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Whitney F. Jones, NP

Advocate Medical Group Behavioral Neurology

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (4 Google reviews)

Address
3743 Highland Ave Ste 2001, Downers Grove 60515
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (630) 719-5454 Website Directions

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Wibeto Practice

Psychiatry

Practice rating 4.8 (36 Google reviews)

  • Spravato
  • TMS Therapy
Address
1820 W Webster Ave Units 304 and 307, Chicago 60614
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (773) 253-9002 Website Directions

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Wiliiam D. Ciganek, MD

Christopher F. Pirok, M.D., LLC

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.0 (2 Google reviews)

Address
737 N Michigan Ave Suite 2240, Chicago 60611
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (312) 255-0140 Website Directions

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William A. Scheftner, MD

Rush Multiple Sclerosis Center

Psychiatry

Practice rating 3.9 (10 Google reviews)

Address
1725 W Harrison St Ste 744, Chicago 60612
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (312) 942-0118 Website Directions

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William Puga, MD

Streamwood Hospital / Streamwood RT

Psychiatry

Practice rating 2.9 (674 Google reviews)

Address
1400 E Irving Park Rd, Streamwood 60107
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (330) 758-4515 Website Directions

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Wilma Montilla-Rener, NP

Conventions Psychiatry & Counseling - Naperville

Psychiatry

Practice rating 5.0 (12 Google reviews)

  • Spravato
  • TMS Therapy
Address
640 S Washington St, Naperville 60540
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (815) 942-6323 Website Directions

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In the Chicago area

Our Chicago listings cover the city and its Illinois suburbs: Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, Will County, Kane County and Kendall County. Most McHenry County providers, such as those in Crystal Lake and Woodstock, are listed under the Rockford area.

The largest share of listings is inside the City of Chicago, where Northwestern Medicine, Rush, UChicago Medicine and UI Health have their main campuses. The rest are spread across the suburbs. In the north suburbs, look at Evanston, Skokie, Park Ridge and Arlington Heights, served by Endeavor Health and Advocate. In the west suburbs, Loyola Medicine in Maywood, UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Hinsdale and Northwestern Medicine in Winfield are large hubs, with Duly Health and Care offices across DuPage and Will counties. In the south suburbs, Oak Lawn and Orland Park have the most choices.

Ascension also has clinics in the northwest suburbs, and independent specialty groups practice all over the metro. Many large systems have several offices, so you can often see the same practice closer to home.

Chicago has the largest group of psychiatry listings in Illinois. Alongside private practices, you'll find Rush, Loyola's Fahey Center in Maywood, UI Health, Northwestern Medicine and Advocate. Lurie Children's serves kids and teens, and the Hines VA serves veterans. Many private practices offer telehealth, which can shorten the wait for a first visit.

Nearby: Rockford, IL · Champaign–Urbana, IL · Peoria–Bloomington, IL

How to choose a psychiatrist

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia and substance use disorders. Psychiatrists can prescribe medicine, and many focus on finding and adjusting the right medication [2].

Know who does what. Several kinds of professionals treat mental health, and they often work together:

  • Psychiatrists diagnose conditions and prescribe and manage medication. Some also provide therapy.
  • Psychiatric nurse practitioners can also diagnose and prescribe, depending on state rules [2]. Many hold the PMHNP-BC board certification [3]. We list them alongside psychiatrists, with credentials shown.
  • Psychologists and therapists provide talk therapy and, for psychologists, testing. They are not usually prescribers [2].

If you mainly want talk therapy, a psychologist or therapist may be the better first stop. If you think you may need medication, or your medication isn't working, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner is the right choice. Many people see both.

Check credentials. The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certifies psychiatrists. You can check a psychiatrist's certification for free on the ABPN website [1]. Our listings show the credentials providers report in the federal NPI registry, but we don't verify board certification or licenses.

Match the provider to your needs. Some psychiatrists focus on children and teens, older adults or addiction. Ask whether the practice treats your age group and your condition before you book.

Ask about telehealth. Many psychiatry visits, especially medication follow-ups, happen by video. Ask whether the first visit can be online and whether the provider is licensed in your state.

Confirm insurance and cost. Some psychiatrists don't take insurance, so ask before you book. Call the office or check your insurer's directory. Medicare Part B covers outpatient mental health visits with psychiatrists and nurse practitioners; you typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after your deductible [4].

Ask about wait times. New-patient waits can run weeks or months. Ask about a cancellation list, and ask your primary care doctor whether they can start treatment while you wait.

Know when not to wait. If you're thinking about suicide or are in emotional distress, call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. It's free, confidential and open 24/7 [5]. Veterans can call 988 and press 1 [6]. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medicine. A psychologist has a doctoral degree, such as a PhD or PsyD, and provides talk therapy and testing but usually doesn't prescribe. Many people see a psychologist or therapist for therapy and a psychiatrist for medication.

Can a psychiatric nurse practitioner prescribe medication?

Yes, in general. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, though the exact rules depend on your state. Many hold the PMHNP-BC board certification. Our listings include psychiatric nurse practitioners alongside psychiatrists, with the credentials they report to the NPI registry, so you can see who is who.

Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?

It depends on your insurance. Many HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor, while PPO plans and traditional Medicare usually don't. Some plans manage mental health benefits through a separate company, so check the back of your insurance card or call your plan to find out what's needed before you book.

Can I see a psychiatrist by telehealth?

Often, yes. Many psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners offer video visits, especially for medication follow-ups. The provider usually needs to be licensed in the state where you are during the visit. Medicare and many private plans cover mental health telehealth, but rules vary, so ask the practice and your plan before you book.

What should I do in a mental health crisis?

Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It's free, confidential and open 24 hours a day. Veterans can call 988 and press 1. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. Don't wait for a psychiatry appointment in a crisis.

Sources

  1. American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology — Check physician status
  2. SAMHSA — Types of health care providers
  3. American Nurses Credentialing Center — Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification
  4. Medicare.gov — Mental health care (outpatient)
  5. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  6. National Institute of Mental Health — Help for mental illnesses