Simcha Cohen PMHNP-BC, Founder of BrainBody
Nurse Practitioner
Simcha Cohen, is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and founder of BrainBody. Simcha is passionate about whole health and strives to support clients to achieve balance and wellness with lifestyle changes, medication management and therapeutic interventions.
She has 10 years in healthcare experience; received a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Resurrection University and a Master of Science and board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Walden University, graduating Magna cum laude and has her Full Practice Authority since 2023. She completed psychiatric and clinical therapy internships with Rogers Behavioral Health and worked in a Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Program.
Simcha has also worked in various roles as a registered nurse, including on the chronic pain/neuro/ortho surgical floor at Rush University Medical Center and as a float pool nurse for Northshore University Hospitals. She is also End of Life trained by Rush University , is a Medical Surgical Certified Nurse and a member of American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Christine Wilson, PMHNP-BC, FNP- BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Christine Wilson is a dually certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with a deep passion for supporting women's health across the lifespan. With a strong foundation in both primary care and psychiatric care, she brings a holistic, compassionate approach to mental wellness while recognizing the intricate connection between physical health and emotional well-being.
Her clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, perinatal and postpartum mental health, trauma-informed care, and empowering patients through all stages of life. She is committed to creating a safe, inclusive space for patients to feel heard, understood, and supported in their healing journey.
Christine integrates evidence-based psychopharmacology with lifestyle modifiactions and a personalized care philosophy, helping her patients find balance, resilience, and confidence in their everyday lives.
When she is not caring for her patients, she enjoys being outdoors with her family, running or hiking through national parks.
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Valery Taylor, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
With over ten years of experience in high-acuity critical care,I bring a unique perspective to psychiatric mental health . My background in ICUs across America gives me a deep understanding of the connection between the brain and the body, and shapes the holistic approach I take with every patient.
I see patients ages 15 and up, and I especially love working with older adults and with moms who feel overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood.My clinical focus is mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, and ADHD. I offer medication management and/or TMS. I can see Swiss-German-speaking patients in their native language.
I believe mental wellness is the foundation of a healthy life and is best supported when we care for the mind, body, and lifestyle together. Your story matters, and my approach is built on active listening and collaboration.
Outside of work, you can find me at the playground with my kids or hunting down the best local coffee shops.
Jackiee Plange
Nurse and TMS Technician
Jackiee is our TMS technician and a nurse with her BSN.
She meets every patient with an open heart and an open mind. Her warmth, patience, and steady encouragement help carry people through what can feel like an intimidating course of treatment.
There is a kindness to how she does this work that you cannot teach in any nursing program; it is just who she is. Patients often tell us that Jackiee is part of why they look forward to walking through the door, and we feel the same way about having her on the team.
Outside of the office, Jackie is a professional cake artist, designing custom cakes for weddings, birthdays, and special occasions throughout the area. That same creativity shows up in everything she does at Brainbody, from the artistry of her cake work to the small thoughtful ways she makes the TMS suite feel a little warmer for every person who sits in the chair. Our team and our patients are both lucky to have her on this side of care.
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Amy McCausland, LCPC
Group Leader and Intake Coordinator
Amy is our TMS Intake Coordinator and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). She is usually the first person you will speak with when you reach out about TMS, and her clinical background paired with her warm, steady manner makes those early conversations far less intimidating.
Amy walks new patients through what to expect, helps with insurance and scheduling, and leads our monthly TMS group where current and graduating patients connect with one another.
Outside of work she is a classically trained musician (violin and harp), a busy mom of four, and the person most likely to talk you into trying her favorite Chicago coffee shop.
