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Psychiatry in Vernon Hills, Illinois Vanessa Wrobel, Nurse Practitioner

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 15-64

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: Yes

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Vanessa Wrobel, Nurse Practitioner

Vanessa Wrobel, MSN, PMHNP

Specializes In:

Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression/feeling down
Intense mood changes
Panic attacks
Self-esteem
Stress management
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Vanessa Wrobel, PMHNP-BC, is a compassionate and dedicated board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, committed to supporting individuals and families in their journey towards improved mental well-being. With over a decade of nursing experience and a master’s degree in nursing from Northern Kentucky University, Vanessa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice. Throughout her career, Vanessa has garnered extensive experience across diverse healthcare settings, including inpatient hospitals, outpatient programs, nursing homes, and various subspecialties, where she has honed her skills in identifying and managing a wide array of mental health concerns. Her areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, psychosis, and trauma. Vanessa takes a holistic and integrative approach to care, tailoring treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each individual. Drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and stress management techniques, she collaborates closely with her clients to empower them on their path to healing. At the heart of Vanessa’s practice is a philosophy centered on empathy, compassion, and person-centered care. She believes in fostering a supportive and non-judgmental environment where individuals feel heard, understood, and valued. Witnessing her clients’ growth and success is Vanessa’s greatest reward as a nurse practitioner. Outside of her professional endeavors, Vanessa finds joy in her roles as a wife and full-time mother of two. She embraces quality time with her family, relishing beach vacations and outdoor activities that rejuvenate her spirit.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Intense mood changes
  • Panic attacks
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • Ability status
  • ADHD
  • Adoption & foster care
  • Aging
  • Alcohol use
  • Anger issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Attention & focus
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Body image
  • Brain/head injuries (TBI)
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Childhood behavioral issues
  • Chronic pain-related issues
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Detachment/disconnection
  • Dissociative disorders
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Drug/substance use
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Ethnic identity
  • Family conflict
  • Fertility
  • First responder stress
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gambling
  • Gender identity
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Hallucinations
  • Hoarding
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Learning challenges
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Men's health/issues
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Military & veteran
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Other neurological conditions
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • Parenting
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Post-partum depression & anxiety
  • Pre-conception
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy loss
  • Premarital counseling
  • Psychosis/issues with reality
  • Racial identity
  • Religion & spirituality
  • Retirement
  • Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
  • School avoidance
  • School behavioral issues
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social injustice
  • Social skills & communication
  • Sports performance
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stroke-related conditions
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits
  • Unusual thoughts or beliefs
  • Video game/internet

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Northern Kentucky University

FAQs

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See what our patients are saying about Vanessa Wrobel

My provider is great. She makes me feel heard and has helped me tremendously. I was very hesitant about starting medication for my anxiety and issues but she didn’t push medications at me. If anything, she made sure that the medication I was on helped for several issues.
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Victoria G.

Victoria G.

Oct 25, 2025
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Vanessa is a good listener and always recommends Tx based on her patient's specific needs. She incorporates both Behavioral Tx and meds with an emphasis on getting the client to their goal and not just maintenance....
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Kevin D.

Kevin D.

Jul 24, 2025
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I have been really struggling and felt I was really put at ease with Vanessa. I am hopefully with her assistance things will get better. She was very friendly and understanding!
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Joy J.

Joy J.

Apr 10, 2025
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She is very understanding, helped me with my problem. I felt very eased up talking to her. Very professional and kind person. I recommend her whole heartedly. Thank you.
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Syed R.

Apr 23, 2025
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These people at Lifestance have been amazing so far! Honest, fast, kind, and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend if I knew anyone who needed their services!
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Sep 22, 2025
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Dr. Wrobel is an excellent Psychiatric Nurse. Pleasant personality, and very patient and understanding. I highly recommend Dr. Wrobel.
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