LGBTQ+ Psychiatrists in Elmhurst, IL

My approach as a nurse practitioner is rooted in collaboration with parents, recognizing their crucial role in the well-being of their children. Together, we work towards building healthier relationships and managing emotions. We set essential goals for various aspects of life, including education, love, and overall well-being. My areas of expertise include attention deficit disorder, depression and anxiety, behavior, Tourette Syndrome, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, LGBTQ+ community, and autism. I am committed to supporting families in reaching their goals.

His interests and expertise are in general adult psychiatric medicine with special interest in helping patients navigate depression, anxiety, OCD, and LGBTQ+ cultural issues. He provides management of prescription medications along with supportive psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy during every interaction.

Dr. Amelia Merz strives to provide compassionate, patient-focused care in a collaborative process with you & your therapist to achieve recovery from mental health problems and substance abuse. She is board certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and is certified by Postpartum Support International in Perinatal Mental Health. She uses an evidence-based approach in her practice. She trained at the University of Minnesota where she completed both medical school and residency. Dr. Merz has practiced in many settings including outpatient clinics, residential treatment centers and inpatient psychiatric hospitals.

Dr. Sanjeev Dwivedi, Board-Certified Psychiatrist, believes you don't have to navigate mental health challenges on your own, and he is here to provide care to children, adolescents, and adults with issues such as OCD, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Dr. Dwivedi completed his fellowship at the Institute for Juvenile Research and his residency at Chicago Medical School. Prior to joining LifeStance Health, Dr. Dwivedi served as a child psychiatrist for DuPage County and did research at Hines VA Hospital.

Endia McDonald is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. She obtained her Bachelor's degree from Southern Illinois University and Master of Science in Nursing from DePaul University. She has several years of working in outpatient psychiatry. Endia believes every patient has their own unique set of roots, tied to a distinct biological and social story. Learning about these stories and working with her patients to overcome the challenges within them is what Endia enjoys most about her career.

Janine Watters is a compassionate Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP-BC) based in Illinois. With a clinical focus spanning a broad age range from 6 to 65+, Janine has a particular affinity for adolescents and young adults. She possesses a wealth of expertise in addressing various mental health concerns and is committed to delivering individualized care. In her practice, Janine prioritizes thorough and genuine listening to understand the unique needs of her clients.

Dr. Denise Garcia is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Resurrection University and her Doctorate Degree in Nursing from Rush University College of Nursing. Dr. Garcia is certified in psychiatry across the lifespan and is trained to work with different populations. She can provide services like psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and order laboratory tests/imagining.

Maureen Raiz is a Nurse Practitioner in Illinois. Maureen provides a holistic approach, stigma-free, evidence-based, and compassionate care to individuals needing mental health services. She offers extensive psychiatric evaluations, supportive psychotherapy, psychopharmacological treatment initiation, and monitoring. Maureen has dedicated a significant amount of her career to providing mental health care to adults and older adults. Her ultimate goal is to improve access to mental health and help patients meet their goals. Outside of work, Maureen enjoys traveling to many different countries and experiencing different cultures.

Sony Hu, PMHNP-BC, is passionate about providing psychiatric care for people with multiple backgrounds. He started his psychiatric journey since 2015 and continues on today. He is happy to provide care for children, adolescents and adults. Please feel free to contact him if you or your child is experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, mood instability, behavioral concerns, ADHD, sleep disturbances or psychosis. If you are unsure if you are experiencing a psychiatric symptom, Sony will be happy to help you navigate and explore your area of need.

Dr. Marc Sandrolini is a Psychiatrist in Illinois who has been practicing since 1996. Dr. Sandrolini attended medical school at Rush Medical College in Chicago and completed his residency in adult psychiatry at the University of Illinois Hospital. He then completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Yale University. Dr. Sandrolini understands that effective treatment starts with a conversation. Dr. Sandrolini helps his patients feel heard, accepted, and understood, so that they can feel comfortable sharing difficult details and sensitive concerns.

Sarah Ritter is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Illinois who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Master's of Science in Psychiatric Nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago as well as a Master's of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Eastern Illinois University. Sarah offers thoughtful psychiatric medication management with an emphasis on nutritional interventions whenever they are just as or more effective than pharmaceutical interventions. Additionally, she offers supportive and solution-focused psychotherapy integrated with medication management.

Temitope "Temi" Olutade, PMHNP-BC Temitope "Temi" Olutade is a passionate and dedicated Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in Illinois. With a deep commitment to providing high-quality mental health care, she is driven by a strong belief in the importance of mental wellness and holistic healing. Temi's approach to mental health care is founded on empathy, understanding, and evidence-based practice. She works with individuals across the lifespan to address a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more.

Jacalyn Saracco is a Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience specializing in Psychiatric Nursing. As a Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner, areas of specialization include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Jacalyn treats patients between the ages of 10 through adulthood. Jacalyn has extensive experience working with clients in the outpatient and inpatient settings. In her free time, Jacalyn enjoys reading and spending time with family. Jacalyn has a Master of Science Degree in Nursing from Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing.

Meet Dr. Alexander: a psychiatrist with a distinctive blend of empathy and expertise. Trained at Wright State University with a focus on integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, Dr. Alexander excels in delivering personalized treatment plans with proven effectiveness. She actively engages with the narratives that shape patients' lives, forging therapeutic alliances as unique as the individuals she serves. This patient-first approach, combined with a rich background in community engagement, positions Dr. Alexander as a psychiatrist who understands the complexities of the complete human experience - mind, body and spirit.