Medication Management
Children (3-10), Adolescents (11-18) College (19-22), Young Adults (20-30), Adults, Elders (65+)
Mood disorders, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Thought Disorders, Trauma-informed care, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Adjustment and Life Transitions, LGBTQIA Affirming Care
Melissa Stefanowicz is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner withย 20+ years of healthcare experience. Prior to specializing in psychiatric mental health, Melissa was the Director of Nursing at a top resident care facility. She coordinated nursing and resident care with the overall operation of the facility, working directly with the Medical Director, physicians and Administrators to ensure excellent care and coordination for all patients.
Throughout all Melissa’s healthcare journey, she has been passionate about the importance of mental health. She has a kind, warm, empathetic and real approach when treating and caring for people. She utlizes a combination of supportive psychotherapy with medication management to provide top care for her clients, as people, not just patients. She’s known for prioritizing her patients physical, emotional and spiritual needs, as a whole person approach.
As a wife and mom of 3 kids — Melissa truly understands the importance of mental health for people trying to find balance and peace, not only for themselves, but for all their family and loved ones. She has a down-to-earth and real-life perspective when relating to people and their journeys. She values the relationships and trust she builds with her clients.
Melissa completed her psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certification at University of St. Francis,ย and masters degrees in nursing from Benedictine University.
Accepting New Clients
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Mondays (8:00 am-3:30 pm) Northbrook office
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Tuesdays (8:00 am-3:30 pm) Northbrook office
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Wednesdays (8:00 am-3:30 pm) Northbrook office
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Thursdays (8:00 am-3:30 pm) Lake Forest office