Psychiatry in Lisle, Illinois Gebreyesus Hidad, Nurse Practitioner

Gebreyesus Hidad, PMHNP-BC provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to individuals and families across Illinois through LifeStance Health. He supports children, teens, and adults through a variety of life stages and challenges, offering both therapeutic and psychiatric services including individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and medication management. With a clinical approach grounded in empathy and whole-person care, Gebreyesus helps patients navigate conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. His services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, whether they are managing ongoing mental health conditions or facing new emotional difficulties. Gebreyesus is especially passionate about treating grief, substance abuse, and trauma through a comprehensive and person-centered lens. His approach integrates psychoeducation and trauma-informed care with support for healthy lifestyle choices such as nutrition, exercise, and sleep. He believes in empowering individuals to better understand their symptoms, build coping skills, and reclaim a sense of balance. Whether a patient is grieving a loss, recovering from addiction, or working through the aftereffects of traumatic experiences, Gebreyesus provides a supportive space where healing can take root and growth is possible. He utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and CBT for Insomnia as part of his treatment framework, with additional experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. His integrative care model supports both emotional and physical wellness, helping clients improve functioning and quality of life. Outside of his clinical work, Gebreyesus enjoys taking walks, gardening, cooking, and playing soccer. He is also dedicated to helping newly arrived refugees, reflecting his deep commitment to service and community care.