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Dr. Erica Essary

Clinical Psychologist and CAADC Spectrum Psychological Services
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Use, Kink/Diverse Sexualities,
Insurance: Aetna, Cigna, BlueCross and BlueShield, United Healthcare, Medicare,

Introduction

I am a Clinical Psychologist and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I specialize in working with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and substance use disorders. Many of my clients are members of the LGBTQIA community and we navigate aspects of gender and sexual identities in a collaborative approach which places the client's lived experience first and foremost.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers, They/Them/Theirs
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • Psy. D. #071009197 (IL)
  • Psy. D. #077188 (IA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • LGBTQIA+
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • Feminism
  • Kink/Diverse Sexualities

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Dr. Erica Essary accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • United Healthcare
  • Medicare
  • Magellan

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Fee Description $165 - $200

Locations

Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Erica Essary accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Dr. Erica Essary is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Dr. Erica Essary offer telehealth appointments? Dr. Erica Essary does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Dr. Erica Essary specialize in? Dr. Erica Essary specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Substance Use, Transgender Issues, and Kink/Diverse Sexualities.
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