Our Story
A Practice Built on Compassion, Science, and Whole-Person Care
Founded in 2021, Axios Medical Group is a privately owned clinic dedicated to advancing mental health through innovative psychiatric and holistic services tailored to each individual.
Meet Your Psychiatrist
Dr. Valerica Ene-Stroescu, M.D.
Double board-certified in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry, with over 20 years of clinical experience.
Born and raised in Romania, Dr. Ene-Stroescu came to the United States with her husband, also a physician, to advance their professional studies and build a new life. Her passion for psychiatry goes back to her first years in medical school, when she developed an interest in philosophy, spirituality, and the works of Freud. Right then she envisioned a way of combining medicine, psychology, and spirituality, and knew she wanted to become a psychiatrist.
She completed her residency in psychiatry at the University of Chicago Hospitals, followed by a fellowship in addiction psychiatry at Northwestern University. For the next 20 years, she practiced psychiatry in a state psychiatric hospital, dedicating her service to those with the most severe and debilitating forms of mental illness.
When the field of psychiatry began to advance with new interventional tools such as TMS and ketamine assisted psychotherapy, she decided to create her own holistic, private practice — Axios Medical Group.
Double Board-Certified
Psychiatry & Addiction Psychiatry
Residency
University of Chicago Hospitals
Specialized Training
TMS — Duke University
Experience
20+ years of clinical practice
"The results that I have been witnessing in my clinic by employing these new treatment modalities have surpassed all my expectations. I never imagined it was possible to witness people not only move beyond symptom stabilization, but feel truly empowered to pursue their dreams."
Dr. Valerica Ene-Stroescu, M.D.
Professional Journey
A Path of Dedication and Growth
Romania
Medical School
Graduated from Carol Davila Medical School in Bucharest, Romania.
Chicago, IL
Psychiatry Residency
Completed residency in psychiatry at the University of Chicago Hospitals.
Chicago, IL
Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship
Completed a fellowship in addiction psychiatry at Northwestern University.
20 Years
State Psychiatric Hospital Practice
Dedicated two decades to serving patients with severe and debilitating forms of mental illness and social, psychological, and spiritual deprivation.
Duke University
Specialized TMS Training
Received specialized training in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation from Duke University.
2021
Founded Axios Medical Group
Created a holistic, private practice to deliver innovative psychiatric and interventional treatments tailored to each individual.
Philosophy of Care
A Whole-Person Approach to Healing
We believe that effective treatment begins with understanding the whole person and not simply managing symptoms. Our approach is built around collaboration, education, and individualized care that adapts over time.
Mental health is influenced by many factors beyond symptoms alone — sleep habits, nutrition, stress levels, daily routines, relationships, and overall physical health. By considering these elements alongside medical treatment, we strive to provide comprehensive psychiatric care that supports long-term progress.
As treatment continues, we regularly review each patient's progress and make thoughtful adjustments whenever needed. This flexible, patient-centered philosophy helps ensure that care continues to reflect changing needs and personal goals throughout every stage of the journey.
Meet the Axios Team
A Team Dedicated to Your Care
Our team is committed to providing specialized guidance, clear communication, and a supportive treatment environment throughout every stage of care.
Credentials & Affiliations
Dr. Ene-Stroescu is a proud member of the following professional organizations:
Affiliated Practice
Axios Rheumatology
Dr. Daniel's rheumatology practice, offering specialized care for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.
A Personal Note
From Dr. Ene-Stroescu
When the field of psychiatry started exploding with new interventional tools such as TMS and ketamine assisted psychotherapy, I decided to create my own holistic, private practice. I am forever grateful to my family and my friends for supporting me in this adventure. The results that I have been witnessing in my clinic by employing these new treatment modalities have surpassed all my expectations. I never imagined it was possible to witness people not only move beyond symptom stabilization, but feel truly empowered to pursue their dreams, and actually achieve them. This is the most beautiful reward that motivates me to continue to develop my practice so that I can better serve others.
In her free time, Dr. Ene-Stroescu loves reading spiritual books, attending church, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Take the first step toward personalized psychiatric care with a team that sees the whole person.