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Built for When Standard Care Hasn’t Been Enough

Novamind exists for one reason: when antidepressants and therapy haven’t been enough, you deserve more than another medication trial. You deserve a structured, evidence-based path forward with clinicians who specialize in exactly this.

Why Novamind Exists

We built Novamind because we believed there should be a place entirely dedicated to what comes next: structured, medically rigorous interventional care, delivered by specialists who understand what it means when standard treatments haven’t worked.

This isn’t wellness.
It’s psychiatry designed for follow-through.

Over 500 men and women began their journey to relief here.
Novamind patient testimonial - treatment-resistant depression care in Chicago

Meet Our Team

Our clinical team brings specialized training in interventional psychiatry and a shared commitment to advancing care for treatment-resistant depression.

Front Office Coordinator

Darlene Brown

As Front Office Coordinator, Darlene ensures a seamless patient experience. She manages intake and operations with professional, compassionate support for every visitor.

DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Stephanie Nguyen

A board-certified Nurse Practitioner and emergency medicine veteran, Dr. Nguyen specializes in treatment-resistant depression through direct, collaborative care and Spravato interventions.

MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Natalia Zambrano

Natalia is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner focusing on complex cases. She provides compassionate, personalized care through medication management and innovative therapies.

PMHNP-BC, CCTP

Marina Pitsilos

A Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and clinical leader, specialized in integrating clinical care, operations, and strategy to build scalable behavioral health systems that strengthen patient outcomes.

Novamind Mental Health - Spravato Clinic in Chicago

Why Spravato® (Esketamine)?

Spravato® is an FDA-Approved esketamine nasal spray treatment that works differently than traditional antidepressants, providing rapid relief for treatment-resistant depression. You’ll receive it in-clinic, in a calm setting, with a care team monitoring you the entire time—so you can focus on getting better, not figuring it out alone.

Interventional Psychiatry, Defined by Follow-Through

We don’t just prescribe and send you home.
Every Novamind patient receives a structured treatment protocol, in-session medical monitoring, and clinician support from your first call through ongoing maintenance.

Medical Rigor

Board-certified clinicians, FDA-approved treatments, & monitored sessions.

Structured Clarity

A defined timeline—from initial induction to personalized maintenance.

Operational Support

We handle insurance verification, scheduling, and logistics for you.

Human-First Care

Care delivered in a calm, respectful, and private environment.

Care Built on Dignity,
Clarity, and Respect

Your journey is unique. Our values ensure you’re never treated as just another case.

Dignity First

You’ve been through enough. We won’t rush you, pressure you, or make you repeat your story to five different people. Every interaction is designed to respect your time and your experience.

Unwavering Clarity

No vague promises. We’ll tell you exactly what treatment involves, what to expect, and how we’ll know if it’s working. If Spravato isn’t right for you, we’ll say so.

Rigor Without Coldness

You’re not broken. You’re not weak. You’re dealing with something that requires more than what standard care could offer—and that’s why places like this exist.

Wondering if this could be right for you?

Spaces are limited each month. We will contact you within 24 hours of your submitted form to begin your insurance verification.

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DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Stephanie Nguyen

Stephanie Nguyen is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Rush University, supported by over nine years of acute clinical experience in emergency medicine. Her practice focuses on providing comprehensive psychiatric care for individuals navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. She specializes in evidence-based interventions for treatment-resistant depression, including the administration of in-person esketamine (Spravato) for patients who have not achieved remission through standard therapeutic approaches.

Dr. Nguyen’s clinical style is defined by direct, transparent communication and a collaborative spirit. She prioritizes the creation of a therapeutic environment where patients feel clinically supported and fully understood. By fostering a partnership rooted in clarity and mutual respect, she aims to help patients achieve stability and an improved quality of life. Outside of her clinical practice, she maintains her personal wellness through CrossFit and engagement in the gaming community.

MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Natalia Zambrano

Natalia Zambrano is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to establishing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental clinical environment. Her practice is centered on a collaborative model of care, working in partnership with each patient to formulate personalized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to their specific diagnostic needs and recovery goals. She is committed to ensuring that every individual feels heard and empowered throughout the entirety of their mental health journey.

Ms. Zambrano’s clinical background encompasses addiction medicine, pediatric inpatient and outpatient care, and community mental health involving complex diagnostic cases. She provides specialized treatment for conditions such as treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, and PTSD. Her approach integrates meticulous medication management with innovative therapies, including Spravato. She operates under the philosophy that healing is a collaborative partnership, with the objective of facilitating meaningful, lasting improvements in psychiatric health.

PMHNP-BC, CCTP

Marina Pitsilos

Marina Pitsilos is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and clinical leader specializing in the integration of clinical care, operations, and strategic development within behavioral health organizations. Her work centers on building scalable, high-functioning systems that support both patient outcomes and provider sustainability. She is particularly focused on strengthening organizational structure, optimizing workflows, and cultivating environments where cross-functional teams can operate effectively while growing both professionally and personally.

She has led multidisciplinary teams across clinical and operational settings, with an emphasis on empowering providers, improving consistency in care delivery, and aligning organizational processes with long-term strategic objectives. Her clinical background includes trauma-informed care, somatic-based interventions, and psychedelic medicine, with a focus on integrative, patient-centered treatment models.

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