Therapists and Psychologists

Birchwood Clinic is a respected mental health practice based in the Bucktown/Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago, offering in-person sessions at 1950 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, as well as secure teletherapy across Illinois. The clinic provides a warm, client-centered approach designed to empower adults through life’s challenges, with services that address depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, OCD, self-esteem, infertility, postpartum mental health, new parent transitions, relationship concerns, body image, perfectionism, and work-life balance. Their philosophy emphasizes collaboration and individualized care, ensuring each client receives support that reflects their personal goals and circumstances. With a wide scope of expertise, Birchwood helps clients navigate major life transitions, manage stress and burnout, and develop stronger emotional regulation, enabling them to achieve greater clarity, balance, and fulfillment.

The clinic’s team of experienced therapists reflects a breadth of training and therapeutic styles. Dr. Susan Bush, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Owner, leads the practice with expertise in women’s health, depression, anxiety, and trauma. The clinical roster also includes Dr. Beverly Ransford, Dr. Rebecca Parry, and Dr. Gillian Tibbetts, all Licensed Clinical Psychologists, alongside skilled counselors and social workers such as Amanda Zale, LCPC, who specializes in perinatal mental health, Morgan Sparks, LCSW, Alicia Fitzsimons, LPC, Alyson Bell, LPC, Carolyn Simon, LPC, and Rachel Kovacic, LSW. In addition, Dr. Mary Kirschner and Dr. Lianna McDaniel provide post-doctoral therapy services with expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma, and health-related psychological challenges. This diverse and compassionate team is dedicated to building strong therapeutic alliances, recognizing that therapy is most effective when there is a good match between client and therapist. Birchwood Clinic’s comprehensive services, extended evening and weekend hours, and commitment to holistic wellness make it a trusted resource for individuals seeking meaningful change and lasting mental health support.

www.birchwoodclinic.com/

Chicago Integrative Center for Psychology (CICP) is a leading mental health practice serving Lake Bluff, Skokie, and the greater Chicago area with a distinctive whole-body approach to healing. Unlike conventional models that focus exclusively on symptom management, CICP integrates traditional psychiatric care with evidence-based complementary therapies to treat the mind, body, and spirit as a unified system. Their clinicians provide comprehensive care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, substance use, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder, tailoring each plan to the individual’s unique needs. Services span a wide spectrum, including talk therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family and adolescent counseling, and medication management, as well as alternative modalities such as yoga and art therapy. CICP is also among the few centers in the region offering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy, a non-invasive, medication-free treatment that has proven highly effective for depression, OCD, and trauma-related conditions. The practice emphasizes root-cause exploration, lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and exercise, and the integration of social and spiritual evaluations to ensure clients receive truly personalized care.

The team at CICP is made up of highly credentialed and compassionate professionals with diverse expertise. Co-founder Ryanne Bright, LCPC, brings over 20 years of experience in child and adolescent counseling and is intensively trained in DBT, ACT, and play therapy. Dr. Bradley Pechter, a psychiatrist with over 25 years of clinical practice, specializes in child, adolescent, and addiction psychiatry, offering both psychotherapy and medication management. Michael Ficaro, PMHNP-BC, delivers patient-centered psychiatric care for a wide range of mental health conditions, while Dina Froustis, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, provides integrative psychiatric evaluations and treatment with a strong emphasis on compassion and clinical excellence. The center’s roster also includes specialists in art therapy, trauma-informed care, grief and loss, LGBTQ+ support, and family systems therapy, ensuring that patients of all ages and backgrounds can find tailored support. With a philosophy rooted in collaboration, evidence-based practice, and holistic care, the Chicago Integrative Center for Psychology stands out as a trusted partner for individuals and families seeking meaningful, lasting healing.

www.chicagointegrative.com/

Healthy Minds NYC is a modern psychotherapy and coaching practice located at 7 W 36th St, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10018, offering in-person and online services tailored to the fast-paced lifestyle of New Yorkers. The practice is built on the belief that when mental health improves, every aspect of life—work, relationships, and personal well-being—flourishes. Their team of psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and coaches provides personalized care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, grief and loss, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction, and stress. Beyond traditional therapy, Healthy Minds NYC also provides premarital counseling, financial therapy, executive coaching, and EMDR therapy, ensuring comprehensive support that extends into both personal and professional domains. Their individualized approach means no cookie-cutter solutions; each treatment plan is designed collaboratively to address specific goals and foster long-term growth.

A hallmark of Healthy Minds NYC is the diversity and flexibility of its services. Clients may choose from Healthy Minds Psychiatry P.C., which offers concierge-level therapy and psychiatry with senior clinicians; The Associate Practice, where supervised associate therapists provide more affordable care; or Authored Coaching, a program designed for clarity and direction in life and career decisions. This three-tiered structure makes high-quality care accessible to professionals at all stages of life, including executives, medical professionals, legal practitioners, and creative influencers. With extended weekday and Saturday hours, a convenient Midtown Manhattan location, and tele-psychiatry options, Healthy Minds NYC removes barriers to care. Whether through psychotherapy, coaching, or medication management, the practice equips clients with tools to overcome life’s challenges, improve relationships, and maximize their potential in one of the world’s most demanding cities.

www.healthyminds.nyc/

Wellness Road Psychology is a multidisciplinary practice with offices in Midtown East Manhattan, Tarrytown, and Austin, Texas, specializing in the integration of mental and physical health through the lens of health psychology. Their approach emphasizes the deep interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with physical well-being, addressing why some individuals thrive while others experience illness. The practice offers personalized care plans that help clients reduce stress, build resilience, and adopt healthier lifestyles. Wellness Road’s clinicians provide interventions for chronic disease management, behavioral health risks, stress and coping, pain management, and preventive health strategies. Their team draws upon evidence-based methods to support patients navigating illnesses such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease, while also focusing on lifestyle changes like quitting smoking, improving diet, and increasing exercise. With services spanning individual health psychology plans, community-focused interventions, and public health initiatives, the practice is committed to enhancing quality of life across diverse populations.

A unique strength of Wellness Road Psychology lies in its broad application of the four key branches of health psychology: Clinical, Public, Community, and Critical Health Psychology. This allows their specialists to address both individual and systemic health concerns, from one-on-one therapy for stress management and coping with chronic illness to broader efforts that tackle health inequalities, advocate for policy changes, and support community well-being. Their expertise extends to developing psychological interventions within healthcare settings, improving treatment adherence, and guiding patients through the psychosocial aspects of illness and recovery. With a strong emphasis on research-driven methods, their clinicians are highly skilled in behavioral change techniques and the design of targeted interventions. Whether helping clients with depression, anxiety, or grief, or guiding them toward healthier behaviors and improved medical outcomes, Wellness Road Psychology offers comprehensive, compassionate care that embodies the philosophy of treating the mind and body as an interconnected system.

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New York Behavioral Health is a premier psychotherapy and coaching practice serving New York City and Long Island, with multiple locations including Manhattan, Garden City, Rockville Centre, Roslyn, and Midtown. Founded on the mission of delivering the highest level of evidence-based care, the center emphasizes a comprehensive approach that not only reduces symptoms but also empowers clients to build fulfilling, purpose-driven lives. Its team of psychologists, therapists, and coaches provide individually tailored treatment plans rooted in scientifically validated methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Services span a wide spectrum, including individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, anger management, and online therapy options for clients who seek privacy and flexibility. Specialized programs address conditions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, substance abuse, binge eating, OCD, bipolar disorder, grief, stress, and burnout. By focusing on lasting behavior change and providing clients with tools they can apply independently, New York Behavioral Health moves therapy beyond symptom relief to long-term resilience, improved relationships, and enhanced life satisfaction.

At the helm is Dr. J. Ryan Fuller, Ph.D., the Executive Director, a seasoned psychologist who has practiced for more than a decade and presented internationally on topics such as weight loss, anger management, aggression in schools, and positive psychology. His work, alongside Associate Clinical Director Dr. Jolie Silva and a team of highly trained clinicians, underscores the practice’s commitment to professional excellence and compassion. Dr. Fuller’s expertise includes publishing in peer-reviewed journals and delivering professional trainings on CBT, REBT, Motivational Interviewing, relaxation techniques, and behavioral interventions for chronic health conditions. Clients consistently highlight the warm, supportive, and highly professional environment created by the New York Behavioral Health team, noting the effectiveness of treatments tailored to their individual needs. With a philosophy that therapy should help clients not just cope but thrive, New York Behavioral Health stands as a trusted resource for anyone navigating life’s challenges in the fast-paced environment of New York City and beyond.

www.newyorkbehavioralhealth.com/