Lynn Ruffalo, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

Lynn Ruffalo

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

Accepting clients
Updated 10 days ago

The best of mental healthcare in one place. At Geode, we combine full-spectrum psychiatry and talk therapy to better meet changing patient needs.

I began working in the mental health field in 2009, drawn to advocating for individuals who often felt unheard and overlooked. Over the years, I’ve gained experience across a range of clinical settings, including adolescent and adult inpatient psychiatric units, inpatient addiction treatment, and psychiatric triage. These roles offered deep exposure to severe mental health and substance use challenges such as suicidality, psychosis, and trauma—experiences that continue to shape my empathetic, focused, and advocacy-centered approach to care. I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and substance use disorders. My approach is holistic, incorporating lifestyle elements like sleep, nutrition, and physical activity alongside evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and motivational interviewing. I tailor treatment to each individual’s needs and goals, working collaboratively to create a safe, inclusive space. My mission is to relieve symptoms, foster resilience, and support long-term emotional and mental well-being.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available

Practice hours (CDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Sat
9:00 am 5:00 pm

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Drug Use
  • Grief and Loss
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Schizoaffective
  • Schizophrenia, Schizophreniform and Brief Psychosis
  • Substance Use
  • Trichotillomania (hair pulling)
  • Women's Issues

Age groups

  • Teens (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)
  • Seniors (65 or older)

Treatment specialties

Therapeutic modalities

  • Individual Therapy

Treatments

  • Medication-Assisted Substance Use Treatment

Location

  • Geode Health-Elmhurst

    Office Building

    188 Industrial Drivesuite 236Elmhurst, IL 60126

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Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Illinois
  • Cigna – Illinois
  • Out-of-pocket
  • In-network insurance

Payment methods

  • Health Savings Account

Credentials

Licenses

  • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

    APRN

    209031409, Illinois

Education

  • Rush Medical College of Rush University

    DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice), 2023

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