What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Saw me next day as a new patient. Took the time to hear me out and worked with me on making a plan that I felt comfortable with.l and has been supportive in helping me reach my goals.”
Alex T.June 2, 2025Video visit
“Margarita has been noting but amazing. Her extensive experience in the field is valuable. She also speaks Polish and takes HMO insurance.”
PDMore than 1 year ago
About Margarita Kos
Focus areas
Anxiety
Mental Health Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Depression
Prescription / Refill
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Narrative
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English, Polish
Getting to know Margarita Kos
Margarita Kos is a board-certified Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) and a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Illinois. She obtained her MSN as a family nurse practitioner (FNP) from Loyola University and post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health certification from Maryville University. She has over 25 years of nursing experience that includes working in the emergency room, family practice, pain management, and psychiatric mental health as a registered nurse (RN) and APN. Margarita is fluent in English and Polish.
Margarita is actively practicing in the Chicago-land area with a focus on maintaining mental health wellness, providing psychopharmacologic treatment management, and improving the quality of life of her patients through preventative healthcare. Her areas of special emphasis include mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a variety of mental illnesses amongst the childhood, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. Margarita is dedicated to providing compassionate care to her patients while maintaining a safe environment to promote therapeutic relationships. By actively adapting to the needs of each patient on a personal level, Margarita is able to assist patients in developing treatment plans to meet their goals and desired outcomes. Margarita strives to develop mental health treatment plans through various approaches including psychological or physical well-being, lifestyle changes, and self-care strategies.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I have a conservative approach to controlled substances.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $300 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 60 minutes
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Maryville University, Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
- Loyola University Chicago, Master's in Family Health Nursing
NPI number
1477974525
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I love my sessions with Dr. Kos. She cares and will accommodate appointments to my schedule.
More than 1 year agoJC
Margarita suggested a viable treatment. Made me feel comfortable.
More than 1 year agoSD
Saw me next day as a new patient. Took the time to hear me out and worked with me on making a plan that I felt comfortable with.l and has been supportive in helping me reach my goals.
June 2, 2025Alex T.Verified patientVideo visit
Margarita has been noting but amazing. Her extensive experience in the field is valuable. She also speaks Polish and takes HMO insurance.
More than 1 year agoPD
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More than 1 year agoVM
December 10, 2025Emily G.Verified patientVideo visit
March 19, 2025Alex T.Verified patientVideo visit
March 11, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
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What practice does Margarita Kos work with?
Margarita Kos works with Skylark Behavioral Health.
What are common reasons for patients to see Margarita Kos?
Margarita Kos frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Margarita Kos on their profile.
What languages does Margarita Kos speak?
Margarita Kos speaks English and Polish.
How do patients rate Margarita Kos in reviews?
8 patients have reviewed Margarita Kos. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.