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Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez, MD

Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez, MD

Psychiatrist
IL
Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez is board-certified in both Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and General Psychiatry, with over 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her M.D. from Loyola University Medical Center, where she also completed her residency in Adult Psychiatry. She pursued fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Northwestern University’s Children’s Memorial Hospital. Her past roles include Medical Director for Compass Health Center’s Under 18 Program and Attending Psychiatrist at Loyola. She has been recognized as a “Top Doctor” in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by US News and World Report and Negocios Now. Dr. Gutierrez fosters a warm, collaborative environment where patients and families feel supported and understood. She emphasizes open communication and works closely with patients to define meaningful, realistic treatment goals. Her holistic, family-centered approach integrates medication management, therapy, and psychoeducation with a deep commitment to cultural sensitivity and compassionate care. Dr. Gutierrez begins by learning each patient’s personal story, clinical history, and goals through a comprehensive evaluation. She creates individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique needs and family context. She continuously collaborates with patients, families, and care teams to ensure treatment remains effective, combining psychotherapy, medication management, and coordination with other providers and resources.
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.86

Average wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez

Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez is board-certified in both Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and General Psychiatry, with over 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her M.D. from Loyola University Medical Center, where she also completed her residency in Adult Psychiatry. She pursued fellowship training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Northwestern University’s Children’s Memorial Hospital. Her past roles include Medical Director for Compass Health Center’s Under 18 Program and Attending Psychiatrist at Loyola. She has been recognized as a “Top Doctor” in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by US News and World Report and Negocios Now. Dr. Gutierrez fosters a warm, collaborative environment where patients and families feel supported and understood. She emphasizes open communication and works closely with patients to define meaningful, realistic treatment goals. Her holistic, family-centered approach integrates medication management, therapy, and psychoeducation with a deep commitment to cultural sensitivity and compassionate care. Dr. Gutierrez begins by learning each patient’s personal story, clinical history, and goals through a comprehensive evaluation. She creates individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique needs and family context. She continuously collaborates with patients, families, and care teams to ensure treatment remains effective, combining psychotherapy, medication management, and coordination with other providers and resources.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Medication Management
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • Loyola University Medical Center, Residency in Adult Psychiatry
  • Northwestern University, Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

NPI number

1992913412

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.86
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What languages does Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez speak?

Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez in reviews?

7 patients have reviewed Dr. Mary Lou Gutierrez. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.86/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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