Samuel J. Keck-Flory, MD
Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry
Dr. Samuel Keck-Flory is a psychiatrist at Illinois Associates in Psychiatry who provides care for children, adolescents, and adults. His approach emphasizes thoughtful diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and collaboration with patients and families to develop individualized treatment plans.
Dr. Keck-Flory's clinical interests include ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. He believes that effective psychiatric care begins with understanding each patient's unique circumstances, strengths, and goals, and works to create treatment plans that are both practical and personalized.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
ADHD
Anxiety Disorders
Depression
Treatment-Resistant Depression
TMS and Esketamine Therapies
Collaborative Care with Therapists, Schools, and Primary Care Physicians
My Approach to Care
Psychiatric treatment is rarely one-size-fits-all. Dr. Keck-Flory works closely with patients and families to understand not only symptoms, but also the broader factors that influence emotional well-being, relationships, school performance, and quality of life.
Treatment plans are developed collaboratively and may include medication management, psychotherapy, lifestyle interventions, or advanced treatment options when appropriate. His goal is to help patients achieve meaningful improvements while ensuring they feel informed, respected, and actively involved in their care.
Working with Children, Adolescents, and Families
Children and adolescents often experience mental health concerns differently than adults. Dr. Keck-Flory works closely with families, schools, therapists, and primary care providers when appropriate to ensure treatment plans are coordinated, developmentally appropriate, and practical for everyday life.
He believes that successful treatment often involves supporting not only the patient, but also the family systems and environments in which children and adolescents live, learn, and grow.
Education, Training, and Background
Dr. Keck-Flory earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, where he also completed his psychiatry residency training. During residency, he conducted research related to esketamine treatment and co-authored scholarly work involving schizophrenia and related psychiatric conditions.
Prior to medicine, Dr. Keck-Flory earned a Bachelor's degree in organic chemistry from the University of Illinois and a Master's degree in molecular biology from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Before entering clinical practice, he worked in pharmaceutical research, agricultural science, and higher education.
His diverse academic and professional background contributes to a practical, scientifically grounded approach to psychiatric care and informs his interest in emerging treatments for complex psychiatric conditions.
Accepting New Patients
Dr. Keck-Flory sees children, adolescents, and adults and welcomes referrals from families, therapists, primary care providers, pediatricians, and schools. To schedule an appointment, please contact Illinois Associates in Psychiatry.