Geode Health accepts insurance
At Geode, we believe mental health affordability is just as important as availability. We’re in-network with most insurance plans and always working to expand coverage.
Meet our providers in Barrington
Sharyl Balkin, MD
M.D. Board Certified Assistant Clinical Professor
I am a psychiatrist and have been providing mental health services for 30 years in... View Sharyl Balkin's profile
Debbie Chirikos, LCSW
Therapist
As a licensed clinical social worker, I bring four decades of experience and a wealth... View Debbie Chirikos's profile
Grace Roxas, APRN-FPA - Illinois
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Grace Roxas is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and board certified family... View Grace Roxas's profile
How We Help
Flexible care shaped just for you
Geode connects you with expert psychiatry or therapy resources, or a combination of both, depending on your needs.
Psychiatry
Geode’s board certified psychiatrists work with both children and adults to make a diagnosis and manage medications.
What we treat
Geode’s practices offer care tailored to individual needs
Depression & Mood
From mild seasonal depression to severe, treatment-resistant depression & bipolar disorder, Geode’s providers deliver the expert help you need to get better.
Anxiety & Panic
Anxiety is often a normal response to uncertainty, but if it ever becomes extreme or long lasting, getting the right treatment can be a life-changing relief.
Behavior & ADHD
Conditions like ADHD that negatively impact behavior at home, school, or work can be a source of great distress. Often a mix of therapy and medication can help people regain control.
Dealing With Trauma
Trauma disorders may be caused by an upsetting experience, such as a death, violence, or serious injury. Get help overcoming symptoms, along with the original trauma.
Disordered Eating
Disordered eating can affect people of all ages, genders, and body types, and can take many forms. Long-term recovery starts with a plan personalized to your unique situation.
Addiction
Substance use and other addiction issues may cause serious physical and emotional problems and hurt your quality of life. The road to recovery often begins with expert help and support from those who care for you.
Why Choose Geode Health?
Geode Health in Barrington, IL, stands at the forefront of mental health care innovation. Our team, comprising therapists and psychiatrists in Barrington, IL provide extensive care tailored to individuals, including treatment for mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Whether you prefer in-person or virtual visits, we adapt to your preferences, offering therapy, medication management, and counseling. Choose Geode Health Barrington for a journey toward optimal health and healing.
Frequently asked questions about working with Geode Health
Geode Health in Barrington, IL, offers a unique blend of traditional talk therapy and advanced treatment options, focusing on a range of mental health issues. Our skilled team tailors services to the needs of our clients, including adolescent psychiatry and cognitive behavioral therapy. We emphasize exceptional care and accessibility, providing a nurturing and empathetic environment. Our approach is collaborative, with a focus on individualized treatment plans.
Psychiatrist, with their medical degrees, have the unique ability to prescribe medication and manage the medical aspects of mental health treatment, a role that therapists do not hold. Their expertise is crucial in treating various mental health conditions and disorders. Therapists provide effective talk therapy approaches and frequently collaborate with psychiatrists for comprehensive care, ensuring each patient receives the most appropriate treatment for their needs.
The frequency of therapy or psychiatry sessions is tailored to each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. Appointments can be arranged weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, based on what is best suited to your situation. Mental health professionals, including both psychiatrists and therapists, focus on creating a treatment plan that outlines the optimal frequency of sessions for each existing patient and all new patients, ensuring effective and personalized care.
Although many psychologists hold doctoral degrees, they are not medical doctors. They focus on treating mental health issues primarily through talk therapy and other non-medical interventions. Psychiatrists, however, are medical doctors who specialize in mental health care, using medication as a key part of treatment, along with providing talk therapy and other supportive treatments. This distinction allows for a comprehensive approach to treating mental health conditions and disorders, with psychiatrists often managing medication and more complex medical aspects of mental health.