Lauren K Jacker
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
1893 Sheridan Rd #303 Highland Park IL, 60035About
Dr. Lauren Jacker is a psychiatrist practicing in Highland Park, IL. Dr. Jacker is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Jacker diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Jacker 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. Jacker treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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