At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, we are proud to be an in-network healthcare provider for Illinois Medicaid, offering accessible, high-quality psychiatric care to individuals and families across Illinois. Our outpatient psychiatry services are designed to support patients managing a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and other mental health disorders. By accepting Illinois Medicaid managed care plans, we help reduce financial barriers so new patients can receive evidence-based mental health care, medication management, and psychotherapy without unnecessary delays or out-of-pocket strain.
Our board-certified clinicians and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) provide comprehensive behavioral health services through both in-person appointments in Chicago and convenient telehealth options statewide. Whether you are seeking a referral from a primary care provider, transitioning from inpatient treatment, or looking for ongoing psychiatric care as part of a long-term treatment plan, our team works closely with Illinois Medicaid health plans to ensure continuity of care, appropriate reimbursement, and a patient-centered approach focused on wellness and well-being.
At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, our experienced psychiatry team welcomes new patients using Illinois Medicaid managed care plans. We offer both in-person appointments in Chicago and secure telehealth visits, making it easy to access psychiatric care that fits your schedule and needs. From psychiatric evaluations and medication management to ongoing psychotherapy, our providers create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans focused on your mental health and well-being. Schedule your first appointment today to begin working with an in-network Illinois Medicaid psychiatrist who prioritizes compassionate, high-quality care.
Yuliya is a Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep disorders. She is also REMS-certified for treating patients with Spravato (esketamine) therapy.
Raymond is a Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep disorders.
Angela is a Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep disorders. She is also REMS-certified for treating patients with Spravato (esketamine) therapy.
Dr. Dees is a Board Certified Washington University-trained Psychiatrist, who specializes in treating anxiety, mood disorders, and depression with the use of TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).
Alan is a board-certified Physician Assistant. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2020 and is trained in General Psychiatry, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and sleep disorders. He is fluent in English and Russian.
Kalindi is a psychiatric nurse practitioner graduate who specializes in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
Jennifer is a trained licensed clinical social worker specializing in helping individuals manage mood disorders, self-esteem, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief, loss, coping with stress, and life transitions.
Jennifer utilizes evidenced-based practices including CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Motivation Interviewing (MI), and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Alison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Treatment Professional with over a decade of experience.
Alison works to create a judgment-free, safe environment using a strength-based, holistic approach to meet clients’ individual needs.
She incorporates a supportive, solution-focused, trauma-informed approach to help clients challenge unhealthy patterns holding them back from reaching their goals.
Alison has extensive training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), though this is just one of the many tools in her toolbox.
Specialties:
PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Relationship Issues, Life Transitions. To schedule an appointment with Alison please call 773-442-2484.
Samantha recently graduated from DePaul University as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is supervised by Dr. Michelle Dees.
Samantha has a wide range of experiences with depression, anxiety/phobias, and mood disorders.
She practices from a strengths-based approach and utilizes CBT.
She believes that each individual needs to be reminded of their worth, the obstacles they’ve overcome, the strengths they possess, and the resilience that lies within them.
Yuliya is a Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep disorders. She is also REMS-certified for treating patients with Spravato (esketamine) therapy.
Raymond is a Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep disorders.
Dr. Dees is a Board Certified Washington University-trained Psychiatrist, who specializes in treating anxiety, mood disorders, and depression with the use of TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).
Alan is a board-certified Physician Assistant. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2020 and is trained in General Psychiatry, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and sleep disorders. He is fluent in English and Russian.
Kalindi is a psychiatric nurse practitioner graduate who specializes in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
Jennifer is a trained licensed clinical social worker specializing in helping individuals manage mood disorders, self-esteem, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief, loss, coping with stress, and life transitions.
Jennifer utilizes evidenced-based practices including CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Motivation Interviewing (MI), and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Alison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Treatment Professional with over a decade of experience.
Alison works to create a judgment-free, safe environment using a strength-based, holistic approach to meet clients’ individual needs.
She incorporates a supportive, solution-focused, trauma-informed approach to help clients challenge unhealthy patterns holding them back from reaching their goals.
Alison has extensive training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), though this is just one of the many tools in her toolbox.
Specialties:
PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Relationship Issues, Life Transitions. To schedule an appointment with Alison please call 773-442-2484.
Samantha recently graduated from DePaul University as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She is supervised by Dr. Michelle Dees.
Samantha has a wide range of experiences with depression, anxiety/phobias, and mood disorders.
She practices from a strengths-based approach and utilizes CBT.
She believes that each individual needs to be reminded of their worth, the obstacles they’ve overcome, the strengths they possess, and the resilience that lies within them.
Appointments are in person for all initial and annual appointments for the completion of paperwork. Please allow 60-90 minutes. Tele Medicine appointments can be available for routine follow-ups subject to the provider. Tele Medicine is subject to change depending on insurance guidelines. Book appointments online or download our mobile app. We do not communicate via text or email other than appointment reminders. *
*All Florida patients will be seen (Central Standard Time | CST).
*If you’re asking or are on a controlled substance, the first and yearly appointments must be in person. Follow-up appointments can be made via telemedicine.
At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, we work with multiple Illinois Medicaid managed care plans to make high-quality psychiatric and behavioral health services more accessible. Our Chicago-based offices provide comprehensive outpatient mental health care, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy. Depending on your specific Medicaid health plan and eligibility, you may qualify for in-person visits, telehealth appointments, or a combination of both. Our team is happy to help verify benefits and guide you through the referral or scheduling process.
CountyCare is a Cook County–based Illinois Medicaid managed care plan administered through the Health & Hospital Systems (HFS) program. It is designed to connect members with in-network healthcare providers for essential health services, including mental health and behavioral health care. CountyCare typically emphasizes coordinated care between primary care providers, specialists, and behavioral health professionals to support long-term well-being.
Luxury Psychiatry Clinic accepts CountyCare at our Chicago location, allowing eligible members to receive outpatient psychiatric services such as medication management and psychotherapy. Patients enrolled in CountyCare may qualify for in-person appointments or telehealth psychiatry services, depending on clinical need and plan guidelines. Our team works directly with CountyCare to ensure proper authorization, reimbursement, and continuity of care.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Community MMAI (Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative) is a managed care plan designed for individuals who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid due to disability or age. This plan integrates medical, behavioral health, and mental health services into a single coordinated health plan, helping members navigate complex care needs more easily.
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield Community MMAI at our Chicago-based psychiatry offices, providing in-network psychiatric care for eligible patients. Members may receive comprehensive outpatient psychiatric services, including evidence-based treatment for mood disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Depending on eligibility, care may be delivered through in-person visits or secure telehealth appointments.
The Meridian Medicaid Plan is a widely used Illinois Medicaid managed care option that focuses on whole-person care, including mental health and substance use–related behavioral health services. Meridian members are typically connected with a primary care provider and can access psychiatric care through referrals or direct scheduling, depending on plan requirements.
Luxury Psychiatry Clinic is an in-network provider for Meridian Medicaid at our Chicago location. Meridian members may qualify for outpatient psychiatric services such as psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing psychotherapy. Both in-person and telehealth options may be available, allowing patients to receive consistent psychiatric care that aligns with their treatment plan and wellness goals.
Aetna Better Health of Illinois is a Medicaid managed care plan that provides access to a broad network of healthcare providers, including mental health and psychiatric specialists. The plan supports preventive care, behavioral health services, and coordinated treatment for individuals with complex mental health conditions.
We accept Aetna Better Health at Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, offering eligible members access to outpatient psychiatric care in Chicago. Patients covered by Aetna Better Health may be eligible for in-person visits or telehealth psychiatry services, depending on their plan and clinical needs. Our team assists with benefit verification and works closely with Aetna to help ensure smooth access to care and ongoing support.
Understanding the difference between Illinois Medicare and Illinois Medicaid is an important step when seeking mental health care. Medicare is a federally administered program primarily for adults age 65 and older and individuals with qualifying disabilities, and it typically covers outpatient psychiatric services under Part B. This can include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy when provided by a Medicare-approved clinician, with costs such as deductibles and copays determined by your specific health plan or supplemental coverage.
Medicaid, on the other hand, is a state-run, income-based program that operates differently in Illinois and often uses managed care plans through specific insurance companies. Medicaid coverage, provider networks, and referral requirements can vary by plan, while Medicare coverage remains largely consistent across states. Because of these differences, it’s important to confirm whether a mental health provider accepts Medicare, Medicaid, or both. At outpatient psychiatry clinics, Medicare patients typically access care directly through their benefits, while Medicaid patients may need to verify eligibility through their assigned health plan.
Illinois Medicaid and Medicare serve different populations, but some individuals qualify for both programs, often due to age or disability. Medicaid is income-based and administered by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), while Medicare is a federal program primarily for adults age 65+ or individuals with qualifying disabilities. For people who are eligible for both, Illinois offers MMAI (Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative) plans, which combine Medicaid and Medicare benefits into a single managed care plan to simplify access to healthcare, including psychiatric and behavioral health services.
Two common dual-eligible options include MMAI plans and Meridian’s Medicare Advantage plans, now operating under Wellcare. These plans coordinate Medicare and Medicaid benefits, allowing members to receive mental health care, medication management, and outpatient psychiatry services through a unified insurance structure. At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, we work with select Medicaid and Medicare-Medicaid managed care plans to help eligible patients access in-network psychiatric care, with availability for in-person visits at our Chicago offices and telehealth services when appropriate.
Using an Illinois Medicaid plan allows patients to receive psychiatric services from in-network providers without the financial strain often associated with out-of-network care. At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, Medicaid coverage helps make essential mental health care—such as psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy—more accessible for individuals and families across Illinois. This ensures continuity of care while minimizing unexpected costs related to reimbursement or denied claims.
Illinois Medicaid plans are designed to support a broad range of behavioral health services, including treatment for ADHD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and other mental health conditions. Patients can receive coordinated psychiatric care that may include therapy services, medication management, and referrals to additional health services when needed. This integrated approach supports long-term well-being rather than short-term symptom management alone.
One of the key benefits of Medicaid-managed care plans is flexibility in how psychiatric care is delivered. Depending on your plan and clinical needs, you may qualify for in-person appointments at our Chicago offices or secure telehealth psychiatry visits from anywhere in Illinois. This flexibility helps reduce barriers such as transportation, work schedules, or mobility limitations while maintaining high-quality psychiatric care.
Psychiatry services covered by Medicaid focus on evidence-based care, meaning treatment decisions are grounded in clinical research and best practices. Providers develop personalized treatment plans that evolve over time, ensuring care remains appropriate as symptoms, life circumstances, or mental health goals change. This structured approach is especially valuable for individuals managing chronic mental health disorders or co-occurring conditions.
Psychiatry with a Medicaid plan is not just about acute care—it supports ongoing mental health stability and overall wellness. With access to regular follow-ups, medication monitoring, and therapy, patients can build a sustainable care plan that promotes long-term well-being. This continuity is especially important for adolescents, individuals with disabilities, and patients transitioning from inpatient or higher levels of care into outpatient psychiatric treatment.
Luxury Psychiatry Clinic provides outpatient psychiatric care to individuals with Medicaid plans throughout the Chicago metropolitan area, with in-person services available at our centrally located West Loop office. As a Medicaid-accepting mental health provider, we help eligible patients access psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing care in a setting designed to support continuity, clinical quality, and long-term well-being.
If you’re covered by Illinois Medicaid and looking for compassionate, in-network psychiatric care, our team at Luxury Psychiatry Clinic is here to help. We welcome new patients and offer both in-person appointments in Chicago and convenient telehealth options across Illinois. Call us today to schedule your first appointment and take the next step toward personalized, evidence-based mental health care.
* Any patient needing a controlled substance needs a face-to-face appointment with the provider prior to the prescription being sent to be compliant with the DEA guidelines.
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