What makes Geode Health different?
Accessible
Same-week appointments available, both in-person and virtually.
Affordable
In-Network with most commercial insurances as well as affordable self-pay options.
Effective
Proven care model that is expert-led, evidence-based, and tailored around you.
Meet our providers in Evergreen Park
Gia Short, PMHNP
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
With a deep commitment to culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care, I strive to create a space... View Gia Short's profile
Kahina Ray, LCPC
Therapist
I specialize in adults and complex relationship dynamics like divorce/separation, toxic romantic relationships, and couples... View Kahina Ray's profile
Elwin Trammell, LCSW, CCM
Therapist
Beginning my journey as a psychiatric case manager fueled a passion for supporting individuals through... View Elwin Trammell's profile
Darlene Allen-Nichols, LCPC
Therapist
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I specialize in trauma, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety... View Darlene Allen-Nichols's profile
Denise Mercherson, LCSW
Therapist
My focus is to provide a safe, collaborative space where individuals can explore challenges, build... View Denise Mercherson's profile
Why choose Geode Health?
Geode Health in Evergreen Park, IL, is a leader in innovative mental health solutions. Our team of highly qualified Evergreen Park psychiatrists and therapists offers personalized mental health care, including therapy and psychiatric treatment. Whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions, we are flexible to meet your needs. Geode Health Evergreen Park is dedicated to your mental wellness, welcoming new patients with a variety of mental health issues.
Frequently asked questions about working with Geode Health
Geode Health in Evergreen Park distinguishes itself with its integrated approach to mental healthcare, blending traditional therapy techniques with modern psychiatric treatments for disorders such as anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Our Evergreen Park team, experts in both adult and adolescent psychiatry, tailors treatment to the unique aspects of the local community. We prioritize making our mental health services accessible and affordable, offering diverse payment options for our quality care. The Evergreen Park clinic is designed to be a supportive and inclusive environment, ensuring active patient involvement in personalized treatment plans for disorders and mental illnesses.
In Evergreen Park, our psychiatrists, being medical doctors, can prescribe medication and offer medical advice for a range of mental health conditions, unlike therapists. Their extensive training and experience in psychiatry enable them to manage complex mental health conditions effectively, including bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders. Therapists complement this with their expertise in counseling and cognitive behavioral therapy, working in conjunction with psychiatrists to offer comprehensive mental healthcare.
At Geode Health, the frequency of therapy or psychiatry sessions is customized based on the unique mental health needs and medical conditions of each patient. Whether it’s weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, our mental health professionals, including experienced psychiatrists and therapists from Evergreen Park, create a treatment plan that best suits your individual situation, ensuring effective and continuous care.
While psychologists at Geode Health typically hold doctoral degrees and specialize in talk therapy for mental disorders, they do not have medical qualifications. Their approach primarily involves counseling and therapy for conditions like anxiety and depression. Psychiatrists in Evergreen Park, on the other hand, are medical doctors with expertise in mental healthcare, focusing on medication management for mental health conditions and providing talk therapy and other supportive treatments as part of a holistic approach to mental health.