Psychologist in Barrington, Illinois Christina Rudawski, Psychologist

Christina Rudawski, PsyD, CADC, helps adults regain stability, clarity, and confidence during some of life’s most challenging moments. She provides comprehensive mental health care to adults and seniors across Illinois, supporting individuals who are navigating emotional distress, major life transitions, and complex psychological concerns with compassion and clinical precision. Practicing at LifeStance Health, Dr. Rudawski offers individual therapy and psychological testing for adults and older adults. She works with concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, helping patients better understand their symptoms while developing practical strategies for long-term emotional wellness. Her work is grounded in evidence-based care and a collaborative therapeutic relationship that prioritizes safety, insight, and forward progress. Dr. Rudawski is especially passionate about working with individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. She focuses on helping patients stabilize after acute care, reducing the risk of rehospitalization, and rebuilding daily functioning with confidence. This includes supporting continuity of care, strengthening coping skills, addressing lingering symptoms, and helping patients reintegrate into work, relationships, and community life with structure and support. Her clinical approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). As a psychologist, Dr. Rudawski also provides psychological testing and evaluations when appropriate. She has experience serving diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, military members and veterans, and first responders, and she treats additional mental health conditions beyond her primary areas of focus. Dr. Rudawski speaks Ukrainian and values culturally responsive care. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys reading, knitting, and cooking.