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Dr. John Ernzen is a trained adult psychiatrist. He completed his undergraduate studies at Arizona State University and earned his medical degree from the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. He is completing his general psychiatry residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago after which he will begin additional training in child & adolescent psychiatry at Northwestern.

He specializes in evidence-based psychiatric care, most notably focusing on mood & anxiety along with neurodevelopmental disorders. He is well-versed in all classes of psychotropic medications and their indications, though he rarely prescribes controlled substances (stimulants, benzodiazepines, etc) on an initial visit. Above all he values the human component of psychiatry and making a connection with his patients – he knows that it’s often important to meet people where they are at, and appreciates the convenience of telepsychiatry in helping him do so.

Dr. Joseph J. Sivak is a General Adult Psychiatrist board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He completed his residency training at the University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital/ He attended medical School at Hahnemann University School of Medicine (Drexel) in Philadelphia. And completed his Undergraduate Degree at John Carrol University in Cleveland. Dr Sivak has 29 year of experience as a practicing psychiatrist , working in outpatient and inpatient settings as well as Emergency Settings and Medical inpatient consult liaison.

Dr Sivak has evaluated and treated hundreds of thousands of patients over the years in many different settings. and specialized in mood disorders and Post traumatic stress disorder. He believes that the most important aspect of al successful treatment is the establishment of a therapeutic alliance between patient and doctor based on empathy which builds an essential trust.  Dr Sivak is trained in a variety of modalities but all were grounded in the foundation of the Biopsychosocial model established and perfected decades ago at the University of Rochester. The model emphasizes humaneness through an understanding of the unique biological, psychological and socio-environmental interworkings and  aspects of a human being.   

Betsy Wojciechowski is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois. She graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology in 2015 from Governors State University. She has over 5 years of counseling experience and believes strongly in the therapeutic relationship to help client’s work towards their goals.

Betsy has a vast experience from working with survivors of sexual assault and trauma, community mental health, working with females struggling with eating disorders, chronic suicidality, self-injurious behaviors, mood disorders, self-esteem issues, depression, and anxiety.

Betsy’s approach to counseling is holistic, individualized, non-judgmental, and empathic. She approaches each client as an individual human being with his, or her own life experiences and creates individualized goals and treatment plans focused on the client. Betsy utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Outside of work, Betsy enjoys spending time with her two rescue pitbulls, Kevin and Rosie.

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Emmanuel is a board-certified psychiatric mental-health nurse practitioner who graduated with a doctorate degree from Rush University in Chicago. He has over ten years’ experience in mental health from MacNeal Hospital, Northwestern Medicine, and Rush University Medical Center. He treats mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use, and more.

He believes every patient is unique and provides compassionate, empathic care and patience towards treating you and making you feel whole again. Together you will establish collaborative goals which will be personalized by how your symptoms are impacting your life.  His approach to treatment is employing a holistic approach to care, deploying all the tools available including, but not limited to, medication when appropriate and individual supportive psychotherapy. His goal is to empower clients to be actively involved in their health and wellness.

Alex is aware that beginning your search for a therapist can be quite overwhelming. If you are ready for real change in your life and are tired of being stuck in the same routine, same fears, or same unhelpful thought patterns, then you will work very well together. She specializes in working with individuals struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and life transitions. She uses EMDR to help people who have experienced trauma. She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Her style is direct, down to earth and focuses on a collaborative approach.

Amen Ugwuede is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Rush University. She has worked with various patient populations experiencing mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. Amen values patient centered care and creating a therapeutic alliance with patients to work collaboratively in order to create optimal treatment plans. She is committed to working with you to find the best evidence-based treatment for your mental health concerns. Amen focuses primarily on medication management and will work with your therapist to ensure collaborative care. She believes that each person is much more than their diagnosis and with a combination of medication and therapy can achieve a better quality of life. If a patient requesting medication management with stimulants, psychological testing, review of medical records, and collaboration with previous provider and therapist is required.

Christine Romesburg, MSW, MBA, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker within Illinois who has counseled children, adolescents, and adults for over ten years. She graduated from Bradley University in 2009 with a bachelor’s in psychology and sociology. She then graduated from Aurora University in 2019 with a Master of Clinical Social Work and a Master of Business Administration. She is currently working on her doctoral dissertation focusing on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and psychosis from Walden University in epidemiology and public health. She provides individual, couple, and family counseling for a variety of issues. Her areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, trauma, divorce/separation, parenting, children/adolescents, communication issues, stress management, grief & loss, self-esteem issues, self-harm, substance abuse, psychosis, family and marriage counseling, and crisis stabilization. Christine recognizes each client is a unique individual possessing their own strengths and empowers her patients to reach their full potential through an empathic approach. Christine utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client- Center Therapy, Family Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Rational Emotive Therapy approaches with her patients. Christine works to assist her patients in recognizing their overall thought processes and changing their negative perceptions and beliefs into more positive, motivating insights, which will generate the change the patient desires.

Outside of work, Christine enjoys working out, coaching her son’s sports, kayaking and hiking.

Laurenmarie Cormier graduated Magna Cum Laude from Chamberlain University In August of 2021 with a specialty track as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Family Nurse Practitioner Certification with ANCC & AANP in September of 2021. Laurenmarie is currently enrolled in school at Chamberlain University to obtain her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification; she is due to complete this program in August of 2023. Laurenmarie started her career as an emergency room nurse at a level one trauma center. After suffering a back injury in 2017, she transitioned into telemedicine. Since that time, she has been caring for mental health patients via virtual platforms

Haoxin “Eileen” Yin is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Case Western Reserve University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. Eileen is passionate about mental health and the people who struggle with it.

As a provider, Eileen aims to educate others as well as herself about what mental wellness and illness look like to a variety of people with a variety of life circumstances. She is especially passionate about the stories of marginalized populations and strives to provide accessible care. Eileen is committed to ensuring that her clients have the resources they need to not only overcome their current struggles but to succeed and thrive in the future.

Kristi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and compassion is the heart of her work. She provides therapy that is non-religious affliated, client-guided and free from guillt and shame. She has years of not only working in a professional capacity, but also, years of her own personal experiences, that allow her to understand the struggles her clients cope with and survive through. She wants everyone she works with to feel free from the mental and emotional burdens that hold them back. She provides a “judge free” environment where her clients can be themselves.

Melody Stauffer, LCPC is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Illinois who has counseled children, teens, and adults for over 10 years. She graduated from Judson University with a bachelor’s in psychology. She then graduated from Argosy University in 2013 with a Master of Arts in Community Counseling. Her areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting, children/adolescents, communication issues, stress management, grief & loss, self-esteem issues, self-harm, substance abuse, psychosis, and crisis stabilization. Melody recognizes each client has their own story to tell and specific wounds to heal and will let her clients lead the way on their mental health journey. Melody is also trained in EMDR therapy that is helpful with patients with trauma, old or new.

Outside of work, Melody enjoys helping with her family farm and being outdoors.

Zanne Stevens is an LMSW licensed within New York who has been helping young children, tweens and teens, and adults for over five years. Her methods are holistic and integrative, and she views every facet of one’s healing as interrelated.
Zanne likes to establish a safe and sacred space for the client, free of judgment and criticism. Her style is influenced by modalities such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Shadow Work, Trauma-Informed Care, and various arts-based approaches. She firmly believes that while the past does inform the present, it does not determine the future.
Zanne operates on the belief that at the heart of every creature lies the internal struggle of being enough. This belief lends assistance to the core of her work focusing on the client developing self-love and establishing self-worth. Once these critical concepts are embodied, together with the client she explores issues such as discovery of the authentic self, identity, and making meaning of one’s existence. She then encourages clients to further their therapeutic work with tools like creation and expression.
Zanne welcomes you to reach out to discuss embarking upon the therapeutic path collaboratively, together.

Jennifer is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. She has more than 7 years of experience treating various mental health disorders. She provides an integrative approach to treatment without the use of controlled substances. She collaborates with all members of the clinical team in order to help patients achieve their optimum mental health and improve their quality of life.

Jacki is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner whose interest in mental health started with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. She obtained her nursing degree to pursue psychiatric nursing and spent many years as a nurse working in a variety of medical and psychiatric nurse roles prior to obtaining her nurse practitioner license. She is committed to increasing access to quality mental health care and in facilitating the mind, body and spirit connection. Her passion is to provide warm, nonjudgemental and holistic care for her clients without the use of controlled substances.

Brianne Collins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology and a minor in child and family studies. She then graduated with a Master of Social Work with a specialization in children and youth services from Louisiana State University.

She has worked with many different patient populations providing individual and group therapy. She has worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and psychosis. She uses evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Brianne understands that issues that are experienced at any point in an individual’s life can cause significant distress both psychologically and emotionally. She believes in meeting each individual where they are and focuses on their strengths to empower them along their journey.

When Brianne is not working she enjoys spending time with her husband and four sons, reading and trying new recipes.