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  • Geriatric Psychiatry, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • LifeStance Health 1 E Erie St Ste 520, Chicago, IL 60611
  • (833) 394-0792

Brief Intro

Dr. Karen Escobar Almeida Dr. Karen Escobar Almeida is a board-certified Psychiatrist in Illinois who has been practicing since 2016. She completed her Psychiatry Residency at the Icahn School of Mount Sinai in NYC and completed her fellowship in functional medicine at the Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine. Dr. Escobar Almeida offers a unique blend of psychiatric expertise and functional medicine knowledge, enabling her to provide personalized, evidence-based treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions.

Dr. Escobar Almeida's holistic approach considers both psychotropic and natural medicine, fostering a compassionate and individualized healing journey. Dr. Escobar Almeida finds fulfillment in providing comprehensive care across the entire adult lifespan, with a particular focus on geriatric patients. Understanding the complexities of aging, Dr. Escobar Almeida integrates traditional psychiatric treatments with alternative therapies tailored to meet the specific needs of her geriatric patients. She recognizes that mental health issues in the elderly can be influenced by a myriad of factors, including biological changes, social isolation, and comorbid medical conditions.

Her treatment plans are tailored to each client's specific needs and preferences. Dr. Escobar Almeida approaches each client with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to collaborative care. Together, you can work towards achieving your mental health goals and enhancing your overall well-being. Dr. Escobar Almeida looks forward to embarking on this therapeutic journey with you.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Escobar Almeida is passionate about spending quality time with her dogs and cherished family members. These moments of connection and relaxation help her maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge her energy to provide the best care to her clients.

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine (AIHM) - 2024

RESIDENCY

Icahn School of Medicine Mount Sinai - 2020

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador - 2013

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Location & Hours

  • 1 E Erie St Ste 520, Chicago, IL 60611

Specialties Treated

  • Psychiatry
  • Geriatric Psychiatry
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Addiction Medicine
  • Child, Teen, and Young Adult Addiction Treatment
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Conditions Addressed

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Men's Issues
  • Hoarding
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
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Procedures Performed

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Molina Healthcare
  • Humana
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Amita Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
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  • Cancer 35
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 35
  • Orthopedics 65
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 48
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 61
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 65
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 32
  • Children's Hospital 13
  • Urology 69
  • Psychiatry 64
  • Geriatrics 69
  • Rehabilitation 37
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 15
  • Ophthalmology 3
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 5
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 6
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 30