Looking for an excellent therapist in Chicago.  Should be highly
recommended by peers.  Psychiatrist mentioned as medication may be
treatment option.  Female therapist preferred, coverage under CIGNA
insurance preferred, should have experience dealing with depression,
anxiety, and mild obsessive-compulsion.  Looking to initiate treatment
in the next few weeks.

Hello expat-ga:

It was a pleasure to answer such an interesting question. I undertook
this assignment because I have answered such questions in the past.

Ok! Here is how I selected the therapists. First, I reviewed one of
the better websites on the internet such as
http://www.therapistfinder.com and individually reviewed all of the
female therapists. Next, I browsed through Illinois Psychiatric
Association (IPA)  http://www.illinoispsychiatricsociety.org and
American Psychiatric Association http://www.psych.org to find
reputable therapists. Lastly, I browsed through the internet for
additional information.

I am providing you a list of four of my recommended therapists in
Chicago. I will also provide you the names of two psychiatrists in
Chicago who according to the list published by renowned psychiatrist
Ivan Goldberg are among the top psychiatrist in USA dealing with mood
disorders (depression, anxiety etc). Lastly, I will provide you with
links to two subscription based websites where you can get more
comprehensive review of the psychiatrist past practice and another
website where you can search psychiatrist according to your
requirements.

MY RECOMMENDATION

First, I will list four of my recommended therapists. I chose this
therapist due to their varied psychiatrist experience. My selection
was not only based on the experience but all four of these
psychiatrists have keen interest in artistic and humanitarian
activates. I will also provide the reason for choosing them over
others.

Dr. Sara Yogev, PhD

REASON: Dr. Sara Yogev has not only extensive experience in treating
mood disorders but also has over 10 years of teaching experience. She
is also the author of a book.

Bio & Additional Information
http://www.therapistfinder.net/yogev.html

Additional Information
http://licensedtherapists.com/sarayogev/default.htm

Her Book, ?For better for worse??but not for lunch?.
http://www.bookcloseouts.com/bc/display.book.asp?isbn=0809297205

Marilyn Nissim-Sabat, PhD, MSW, LCSW, CADC

REASON: Marilyn Nissam-Sabat is a very well known name among the
Chicago Psychiatrists. I selected her because her name was all over
the internet and she seems not only to hold various offices but also
is a regular speaker on many seminars.

Bio & Additional Information
http://www.therapistfinder.net/nissim-sabat.html

Dr. May Weber, M.D.

REASON: My primary reason for selecting her was not her credentials
but her involvement in various activates that makes the essence of
life, itself.

Bio & Additional Information
http://www.therapistfinder.net/weber.html

Additional Information
http://www.gerald-hoffman-company.com/may_weber.html

Sheri Fern Novar, LCSW

REASON: Sheri Fern Novar may not be your typical therapist. What
intrigued me was her vast experience with people and her candid
description of her personality.

Bio & Additional Information
http://www.therapistfinder.net/novar.html
___________________________________________________________________________

TWO OF THE BEST PSYCHATRIST IN CHICAGO
___________________________________________________________________________

Dr. Ivan Goldberg published a list to specify the best ?mood order?
physiatrist in USA.
Here is the list http://www.psycom.net/depression.central.psychiatrists.html

I was able to extract the bio of the individual psychiatrist from the internet.

Fawcett, Jan A., M.D.

Bio and more information
http://www.moodandsuicide.com/Faculty/Fawcett/body_fawcett.asp

Zajacka, John, M.D.

Bio and more information
http://www.optimaed.com/faculty/zajecka.php
___________________________________________________________________________

BEST WEBSITES TO CONSULT
___________________________________________________________________________

America?s Best Doctors
http://www.bestdoctors.com
This is an online version of the famous guide to America?s Best
Doctors. You may search for the psychiatrist of your choice by
browsing through the searchable database for a small fee.

Health Grade Reports
http://www.healthgradesreports.com/mental_health/illinois.htm
This website provides the physiatrist and doctor past credential to
make it easy for the patient to delve into the past history of any
doctor.

I hope this helps you. Please clarify if you would like more
information or don?t feel satisfied with my answer.

Useful Search Strategy:

?Illinois, physiatrist?
?find psychiatrist?
 ?Chicago, doctors?

Sincerely,
Leader-ga.

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Clarification of Answer by leader-ga on 30 Dec 2003 15:52 PST

Thanks for your remarks and a generous tip.

Sincerely,
leader-ga.

Good answer!  I find your information thorough and quite helpful.

If you're looking for an "excellent therapist" you may want to try the
American Board of Professional Psychology.  They have clinical
psychologists who have received additional accreditation in their
field.  They are obviously not psychiatrists, but will likely be able
to refer you to qualified psychiatrists they work with.  The truth is
that few psychiatrists actually do much therapy these days.  Here's a
link for the certified clinical psychologists in Illinois.  You could
compare this list with the psychologists that are included in your
particular health plan.  Good luck.
http://www.abpp.org/db1.php3

Hello expat-ga:

I have located a few very interesting Psychiatrist who meet your
requirements. I am still working on your question to provide a
reasonable answer. Hope I will end up with something really
informative.

Thanks.