Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Services in Chicago
Meridian Psychiatric Partners has been dedicated to transforming mental health care since 2012, offering expert psychiatric and psychological services to individuals across all stages of life. Our team of board-certified psychiatrists, advanced practice nurses, and licensed therapists brings decades of combined experience in treating mood and anxiety disorders, addiction, reproductive mental health, and specialized needs for LGBTQI+ and student populations. We employ evidence-based practices, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychopharmacology, and trauma-informed care, tailored to each patient's unique circumstances. Our clinicians hold advanced certifications in perinatal mental health, addiction psychiatry, and child-adolescent psychiatry, ensuring comprehensive expertise across specialties. As a trusted provider in Chicagoland, we maintain affiliations with leading academic institutions and hospitals, reinforcing our commitment to clinical excellence.We prioritize patient-centered care through personalized treatment plans, transparent communication, and ongoing support for long-term wellness. Our administrative team streamlines scheduling, insurance coordination, and electronic billing to enhance accessibility. With five strategically located offices and telehealth options, we ensure convenient access to care. Our reputation for compassionate, results-driven mental health services has been built through consistent delivery of symptom remission and improved quality of life for thousands of patients. This dedication to clinical excellence and patient advocacy establishes Meridian as a recognized authority in mental health care.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Medication Management
Individual Therapy
Reproductive Psychiatry
Student Mental Health
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Our board-certified psychiatrists hold specialized certifications in reproductive psychiatry and addiction medicine
- We offer evidence-based treatments for mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders using proven therapeutic modalities
- Our clinicians maintain active academic affiliations with Northwestern University and Loyola University Chicago
- We provide specialized mental health services for LGBTQI+ individuals and student populations
- Our five Chicagoland locations offer convenient access to care with flexible appointment options
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Our comprehensive psychiatric evaluations begin with detailed symptom analysis and medical history review. Board-certified psychiatrists conduct in-depth assessments to create personalized treatment plans addressing mood disorders, anxiety, and complex psychiatric conditions. The process includes diagnostic interviews, treatment recommendations, and coordination with other healthcare providers when necessary.
Medication Management
Ongoing medication management services ensure optimal treatment outcomes through regular monitoring and dosage adjustments. Our psychiatrists specialize in psychotropic medications for depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and substance use disorders while emphasizing patient education about potential side effects and treatment benefits.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions employ evidence-based approaches including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Licensed therapists work with adults and adolescents to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma through structured 50-minute sessions tailored to individual needs.
Reproductive Psychiatry
Specialized care for women's mental health across reproductive stages includes preconception counseling, pregnancy/postpartum support, and infertility-related mental health treatment. Our experts collaborate with OB-GYNs to manage psychiatric conditions while considering maternal and fetal health needs.
Student Mental Health
Tailored mental health services for students address academic stress, identity development, and transitional challenges. Our providers work with university health centers to deliver coordinated care for anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders affecting academic performance.
People
Flavio A. Arana
Founding Partner & Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist specializing in perinatal mental health with 15+ years of experience treating mood disorders and women's health issues. Completed residency at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
Aparna Chatterjee
Medical Director, Reproductive Psychiatry
Board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in managing mood and anxiety disorders during pregnancy and postpartum. Completed women's mental health fellowship at Northwestern University.
Gretchen L. Doninger
Director of Operations
Licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in women's mental health and chronic illness management. Holds post-doctoral fellowship in health psychology from Loyola University Medical Center.
Suzie Condon-Paskiewicz
Clinical Social Worker
Licensed therapist with 20+ years of experience in women's mental health, specializing in fertility issues and postpartum mood disorders using cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal therapy approaches.
Rebecca Christophersen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with advanced training in perinatal psychiatry from Harvard Medical School. Specializes in mother-infant attachment and psychiatric symptoms related to hormonal changes.
Questions
What mental health services does Meridian Psychiatric Partners offer?
We provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, individual and couples therapy, reproductive psychiatry, addiction treatment, and specialized services for LGBTQI+ and student populations.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network providers for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna POS/PPO, and several university health plans. Out-of-network reimbursement options are available.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer telehealth services for select providers and patient needs across Illinois.
What makes your reproductive psychiatry services unique?
Our dedicated division includes specialists in perinatal mental health with advanced training in managing psychiatric conditions during pregnancy and postpartum.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call our intake line at 312-640-7743, complete our online form, or coordinate through your university's student services department.
What qualifications do your providers have?
Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, licensed therapists, and advanced practice nurses with specialized training in areas like addiction medicine and child-adolescent psychiatry.
