Dr. Eric Edward Erickson DO
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
2800 N Sheridan Rd Suite 206 Chicago IL, 60657About
Dr. Eric Erickson is a psychiatrist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Erickson is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Erickson diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Erickson may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Erickson treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1991
University of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences / College of Osteopathic Medicine 1991
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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