Services
Nonjudgmental psychiatric care for substance use and co-occurring concerns.
Substance use often develops within a larger story. Anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, sleep problems, impulsivity, isolation, stress, and other concerns may all play a role. Kirsten approaches these conversations with curiosity rather than shame.
Begin with a free 15-minute consultation.
Prefer to talk first? Call 630-454-1490.
You may be experiencing
- Alcohol use that feels difficult to control
- Misuse of prescribed medication
- Cannabis or other substance concerns
- Repeated attempts to cut back
- Substance use connected to anxiety, mood, or sleep
- Impulsive or compulsive patterns
- Family concerns
- Questions about recovery and psychiatric medication
Kirsten’s approach
Understanding the whole story
Kirsten works to understand what the substance is doing for the person, what risks are present, and what other symptoms need attention. Treatment is individualized and may involve collaboration with therapists, recovery supports, addiction specialists, or medical providers.
What care may include
- Psychiatric assessment
- Evaluation of co-occurring ADHD, anxiety, or mood concerns
- Medication management when appropriate
- Motivational and supportive therapeutic strategies
- Harm-reduction or recovery-oriented planning as clinically appropriate
- Family or provider collaboration
- Referral to specialized addiction treatment when needed
“Her communication is always prompt and kind, and she puts so much effort into truly listening to and understanding me.”
This practice is not a detoxification program, emergency service, inpatient program, or replacement for medically supervised withdrawal care.
This practice is not an emergency or 24-hour crisis service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. For immediate emotional support in the United States, call or text 988.
Related or overlapping concerns
Frequently asked questions
You do not have to figure out the next step alone.
Begin with a free 15-minute consultation to learn whether Kirsten’s practice is the right fit for you or your family.
Prefer to talk first? Call 630-454-1490.