Finding a Meridian Health Plan (Illinois Medicaid) psychiatrist who offers comprehensive, outpatient care can make a meaningful difference in long-term mental health and well-being. At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, we provide evidence-based psychiatric services for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults across Illinois, with a strong focus on accessibility and continuity of care. Our providers support patients with a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, autism, eating disorders, and co-occurring substance abuse concerns.
As an in-network provider for Meridian Health Plan, we help Illinois Medicaid members access high-quality mental health care without unnecessary barriers. Services include medication management, psychotherapy, and coordinated outpatient treatment, with both in-person and telehealth options available. Our care model emphasizes care coordination with primary care and other healthcare providers when appropriate, ensuring that new patients receive personalized, ethical, and clinically grounded treatment that supports lasting wellness—not just symptom relief.
Meridian Illinois—commonly referred to as Meridian Health Plan of Illinois—is a Medicaid managed care health plan that provides comprehensive healthcare coverage to eligible residents across Illinois. The plan connects members with in-network healthcare providers for medical, behavioral health, and specialty services, including mental health care, psychiatry, and outpatient treatment. Meridian focuses on improving access to care while supporting whole-person well-being, particularly for individuals managing chronic health issues or mental illness.
For members seeking psychiatric services, Meridian Illinois covers a wide range of behavioral health treatments, such as psychiatric evaluations, medication management, therapy, and coordinated outpatient care. Coverage may include services for adolescents, adults, and older adults, with options for telehealth and in-person visits depending on clinical needs. Meridian also emphasizes care coordination and member services, helping patients navigate their insurance plan, understand benefits, and stay connected to appropriate mental health providers throughout Illinois, including the Chicago area.
Illinois Medicaid is the statewide public health insurance program that provides coverage for eligible residents, including low-income adults, children, adolescents, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. Illinois Medicaid sets the benefits, eligibility rules, and covered services—such as outpatient mental health care, psychiatric services, medication management, and therapy—but it does not always administer care directly.
Meridian Health Plan is a managed care organization (MCO) that operates within Illinois Medicaid. If you’re enrolled in Meridian, your Medicaid benefits are administered through Meridian’s health plan, which means you access services through Meridian’s in-network providers, care coordination systems, and member services. In practice, Illinois Medicaid defines what is covered, while Meridian manages how members receive that care—helping coordinate outpatient psychiatry, behavioral health treatment, telehealth, and in-person services across Illinois, including Chicago.
At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, our experienced psychiatry providers work closely with Meridian Health Plan (Illinois Medicaid) members to deliver personalized, evidence-based mental health care in a supportive outpatient setting. As an in-network provider, our team treats children, adolescents, adults, and older adults with a wide range of conditions—including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, autism, and eating disorders—through medication management, psychotherapy, and coordinated care. We welcome new patients and offer both in-person and telehealth appointments across Illinois, making it easier to access high-quality psychiatric services that support long-term wellness and stability.
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.
Our in-person psychiatry appointments provide a structured, supportive environment for individuals seeking comprehensive mental health care in Illinois. As an in-network provider for Meridian Health Plan, our Chicago-area clinic offers outpatient psychiatric services for adolescents, adults, and older adults managing anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, autism, eating disorders, and other mental health conditions. In-person visits allow for thorough evaluations, collaborative treatment planning, and coordinated care with primary care or other healthcare providers when needed.
Telepsychiatry makes it easier for Meridian members across Illinois to access high-quality psychiatric care without the need for travel. Through secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms, our providers deliver psychiatric evaluations, follow-ups, and ongoing mental health treatment to new and existing patients. This option is especially helpful for individuals balancing work, school, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility challenges, while still receiving evidence-based outpatient care aligned with their insurance plan.
Our medication management services are designed to support long-term stability and well-being for individuals living with mental illness. Providers carefully assess symptoms, medical history, and treatment response to develop personalized plans for conditions such as anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and OCD. For Meridian Health Plan members, we prioritize safe prescribing, regular follow-ups, and care coordination to ensure medications are effective, appropriate, and aligned with overall behavioral health goals.
In addition to traditional outpatient psychiatry, Luxury Psychiatry Clinic offers advanced treatment options for patients who need additional support. These may include innovative, evidence-based therapies such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and ketamine therapy, which can be beneficial for treatment-resistant mood disorders. When clinically appropriate, our team evaluates Meridian members to determine whether advanced therapies fit within their treatment plan, helping expand options for patients who have not found relief through standard approaches alone.
Using your Meridian Health Plan allows you to receive psychiatric services from an in-network provider, helping reduce out-of-pocket costs while maintaining access to high-quality mental health care. Illinois Medicaid members can work with licensed psychiatry providers for outpatient treatment that supports both short-term stabilization and long-term well-being.
Meridian members have access to a full range of outpatient psychiatry services, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, and care coordination. This comprehensive approach supports individuals managing anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, autism, eating disorders, and other behavioral health conditions across the lifespan.
With Meridian, patients can choose between in-person visits and telepsychiatry, depending on clinical needs and personal circumstances. Telehealth services make psychiatric care more accessible for individuals throughout Illinois, while in-person appointments remain available for those who benefit from face-to-face care.
Psychiatry through Meridian emphasizes evidence-based care and coordination with primary care and other healthcare providers when appropriate. This integrated approach helps address co-occurring mental health and medical concerns, supporting more effective treatment outcomes and continuity of care.
Meridian Health Plan supports both new patients and those continuing treatment, making it easier to start or maintain psychiatric care without disruption. Member services, care coordination, and clear coverage guidelines help Illinois Medicaid members navigate their insurance plan and stay connected to the mental health services they need.
Taking the first step toward better mental health care shouldn’t feel overwhelming. At Luxury Psychiatry Clinic, we make it easy for Meridian Health Plan (Illinois Medicaid) members to schedule an initial outpatient psychiatry appointment with an experienced, compassionate provider. Our team welcomes new patients and offers both in-person and telehealth visits across Illinois, including the Chicago area.
Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, autism, eating disorders, or other mental health concerns, our staff is here to help you navigate your insurance plan and get started quickly. Contact us today to schedule your first appointment and begin personalized, evidence-based psychiatric care focused on long-term wellness.
* 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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