Grief Therapists in 60611
Katherine Bostick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
I will help you using techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to set goals and develop practical tools for managing anxiety, grief, and life's struggles.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to cope, I want you to know you are not alone and I am committed to helping you develop effective coping strategies to find lasting relief. Relationships and the demands of daily life can be stressful. Managing grief from loss or transition is difficult and often isolating, but connection and support can lead to healing and living a fulfilling life.
I will help you using techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to set goals and develop practical tools for managing anxiety, grief, and life's struggles.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to cope, I want you to know you are not alone and I am committed to helping you develop effective coping strategies to find lasting relief. Relationships and the demands of daily life can be stressful. Managing grief from loss or transition is difficult and often isolating, but connection and support can lead to healing and living a fulfilling life.
Elise Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
I am here to provide a safe space for self-exploration and empathy. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Provisional Art Therapy credential (ATR-P). I have a background of working with people who have had anything from substance use issues to anxiety (social and generalized), life transitions, grief, phase of life issues, self-esteem issues, substance use issues, and who struggle with communication in relationships.
I am here to provide a safe space for self-exploration and empathy. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Provisional Art Therapy credential (ATR-P). I have a background of working with people who have had anything from substance use issues to anxiety (social and generalized), life transitions, grief, phase of life issues, self-esteem issues, substance use issues, and who struggle with communication in relationships.
Jenny Drake
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and major life transitions—providing compassionate support during times of struggle and uncertainty.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? You may feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, unsure of why certain feelings or behaviors keep returning. At Monarch Insight Therapy, I offer a space where you can breathe, be seen, and understood. My approach combines empathy with insight, helping you uncover the deeper roots of your struggles. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, so you can regain balance, find clarity, and move forward with a greater sense of purpose and self-awareness.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and major life transitions—providing compassionate support during times of struggle and uncertainty.
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? You may feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, unsure of why certain feelings or behaviors keep returning. At Monarch Insight Therapy, I offer a space where you can breathe, be seen, and understood. My approach combines empathy with insight, helping you uncover the deeper roots of your struggles. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, so you can regain balance, find clarity, and move forward with a greater sense of purpose and self-awareness.
I work with adults (18+) seeking a deeper understanding of themselves. I'm comfortable working with various issues such as relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and loss. It's effective to work with people who want to explore the underlying causes of their struggles and gain insights into their patterns. Typically, patients value a supportive space to express themselves without judgment. Loss and mourning are an area of expertise where I help individuals navigate grief and rebuild their lives. I aim to provide a compassionate environment where patients can discover themselves, grow, and find healing.
I work with adults (18+) seeking a deeper understanding of themselves. I'm comfortable working with various issues such as relationship concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and loss. It's effective to work with people who want to explore the underlying causes of their struggles and gain insights into their patterns. Typically, patients value a supportive space to express themselves without judgment. Loss and mourning are an area of expertise where I help individuals navigate grief and rebuild their lives. I aim to provide a compassionate environment where patients can discover themselves, grow, and find healing.
Clients may need support and guidance through life changes: dating, marriage, divorce, pregnancy, grief, loss.
With over 20 years of experience I have worked with a range of issues and populations. My main approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) in order to process thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that contribute to distorted thinking and behavior, therefore affecting emotional well-being. The goal is to challenge and reframe so that the client achieves their personal goals, to cope with life transitions and obstacles. I also utilize Attachment Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I've assisted clients with depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, trauma, life transitions, and various others.
Clients may need support and guidance through life changes: dating, marriage, divorce, pregnancy, grief, loss.
With over 20 years of experience I have worked with a range of issues and populations. My main approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) in order to process thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that contribute to distorted thinking and behavior, therefore affecting emotional well-being. The goal is to challenge and reframe so that the client achieves their personal goals, to cope with life transitions and obstacles. I also utilize Attachment Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I've assisted clients with depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, trauma, life transitions, and various others.
Amanda Lucas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
I am a therapist and social worker whose practice is affirming, strengths-based, and rooted in an anti-oppressive framework. I enjoy working with emerging adults and adults, and my clinical experience and areas of interest include treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma/PTSD, life transitions and relationship issues.
I am a therapist and social worker whose practice is affirming, strengths-based, and rooted in an anti-oppressive framework. I enjoy working with emerging adults and adults, and my clinical experience and areas of interest include treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, trauma/PTSD, life transitions and relationship issues.
Trauma and grief can be some of the most complicated life experiences an individual could go through. Since grief and trauma can take on many forms, they can be challenging to process no matter when they occur. These experiences can lead to a long list of feelings such as pain, frustration, vulnerability, shame, and loneliness. While grieving does not get easier with time, time allows for the adjustment of your new normal. Within my clinical foundation, I gravitate towards incorporating mindfulness and strength-based practices within treatment.
Trauma and grief can be some of the most complicated life experiences an individual could go through. Since grief and trauma can take on many forms, they can be challenging to process no matter when they occur. These experiences can lead to a long list of feelings such as pain, frustration, vulnerability, shame, and loneliness. While grieving does not get easier with time, time allows for the adjustment of your new normal. Within my clinical foundation, I gravitate towards incorporating mindfulness and strength-based practices within treatment.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, grief & loss, relationship and communication issues, post partum, bi-polar, GLBT, spirituality, and divorce.
Counseling offers you the time and space with a trusted professional to talk about your life, concerns, hopes and struggles. Whether anxiety, depression, loss, negative feelings or situations overwhelm you, we focus on providing a unique, person-based, approach to well being. As your concerns are addressed thoughtfully and your feelings honored genuinely, there is a renewed sense of hope, relief and possibility for your life. Making choices based on your values, principles and goals, empowers you to create a life in sync with who you are and who you want to be.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, grief & loss, relationship and communication issues, post partum, bi-polar, GLBT, spirituality, and divorce.
Counseling offers you the time and space with a trusted professional to talk about your life, concerns, hopes and struggles. Whether anxiety, depression, loss, negative feelings or situations overwhelm you, we focus on providing a unique, person-based, approach to well being. As your concerns are addressed thoughtfully and your feelings honored genuinely, there is a renewed sense of hope, relief and possibility for your life. Making choices based on your values, principles and goals, empowers you to create a life in sync with who you are and who you want to be.
I understand that individuals need a safe space to share and discuss the issues that they face, whether it be life stressors or relationship problems. As a therapist, I encourage authenticity, so that we can work together to explore and create the best solutions. I work with adolescents to middle adult clients who are dealing with grief/ loss, anxiety, adjustment issues, and trauma-stressor related issues. I offer an empathic environment so that one feels seen, heard, and supported throughout the counseling journey .
I understand that individuals need a safe space to share and discuss the issues that they face, whether it be life stressors or relationship problems. As a therapist, I encourage authenticity, so that we can work together to explore and create the best solutions. I work with adolescents to middle adult clients who are dealing with grief/ loss, anxiety, adjustment issues, and trauma-stressor related issues. I offer an empathic environment so that one feels seen, heard, and supported throughout the counseling journey .
Graciela Luque
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Currently, I have made a shift in my work and have decided to serve others dealing with grief and loss.
Hello! I am licensed clinical social worker who has been in the field for 17 years. I have worked in a variety of settings, predominantly in mental health, but also in academia and community organizing/administrative. I have worked with a variety of populations from expecting parents/pregnant moms, 0-5 (early childhood), teens to adults.
Currently, I have made a shift in my work and have decided to serve others dealing with grief and loss.
Hello! I am licensed clinical social worker who has been in the field for 17 years. I have worked in a variety of settings, predominantly in mental health, but also in academia and community organizing/administrative. I have worked with a variety of populations from expecting parents/pregnant moms, 0-5 (early childhood), teens to adults.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I have a long history of providing successful therapy to clients suffering from mental health challenges - often driven by events in their past, such as childhood trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence. As a licensed clinical social worker, I also specialize in connecting clients with additional outside resources to help achieve their goals. Each of my clients are deeply respected and loved, with an ultimate end to one day be free from the need for therapy. I also have expertise in providing therapy to someone who is experiencing complex grief.
With over twenty-five years of experience, I have a long history of providing successful therapy to clients suffering from mental health challenges - often driven by events in their past, such as childhood trauma, sexual abuse and domestic violence. As a licensed clinical social worker, I also specialize in connecting clients with additional outside resources to help achieve their goals. Each of my clients are deeply respected and loved, with an ultimate end to one day be free from the need for therapy. I also have expertise in providing therapy to someone who is experiencing complex grief.
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Beatriz Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Beatriz Gonzalez a Latina LCSW who specializes in trauma-based work. I am bilingual in Spanish/English and enjoy working with a diverse population. I have years of experience counseling adults and adolescents that are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life-transitions, relationships, grief, and other stressors.
Hello, I am Beatriz Gonzalez a Latina LCSW who specializes in trauma-based work. I am bilingual in Spanish/English and enjoy working with a diverse population. I have years of experience counseling adults and adolescents that are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life-transitions, relationships, grief, and other stressors.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
As a Solution-Focused therapist specializing in Health Psychology, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, let's work together.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
As a Solution-Focused therapist specializing in Health Psychology, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, let's work together.
She specializes in Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Theraplay to help address concerns that include but are not limited to depression, stress management, grief and loss, anxiety, complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and self-esteem.
Timara Betts is a Trauma Informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker whose aim is to support others to build upon their strengths to gain satisfaction within their authentic selves, nurture positive relationships and achieve personal goals.
She specializes in Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Theraplay to help address concerns that include but are not limited to depression, stress management, grief and loss, anxiety, complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and self-esteem.
Timara Betts is a Trauma Informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker whose aim is to support others to build upon their strengths to gain satisfaction within their authentic selves, nurture positive relationships and achieve personal goals.
I have run job loss groups and grief groups.
I work with adults who are struggling with depression and change of life issues (i.e., job loss, divorce, illness), and in particular those who are experiencing grief and loss. I have a great deal of experience working with the aging adult population and the issues that accompany this phase of life. I believe that most issues have an associated spiritual component to them, and if the client wishes to incorporate spirituality into the therapeutic work, I am comfortable doing so. The short term goal of therapy is symptom reduction, while the long-term goal is transformation.
I have run job loss groups and grief groups.
I work with adults who are struggling with depression and change of life issues (i.e., job loss, divorce, illness), and in particular those who are experiencing grief and loss. I have a great deal of experience working with the aging adult population and the issues that accompany this phase of life. I believe that most issues have an associated spiritual component to them, and if the client wishes to incorporate spirituality into the therapeutic work, I am comfortable doing so. The short term goal of therapy is symptom reduction, while the long-term goal is transformation.
Courtney Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois, Utah, and Kansas and currently seeing clients online on telehealth. I have over 10 years of professional work experience. I have extensive experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, aging, depression, grief, and loss. I am a Professor at the University of Saint Mary and I teach future social workers how to positively impact others. I have a private practice on the side because I still love being involved in the work. I see clients in the evenings and on weekends because I know you have busy schedules and I want to make my services accessible!
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois, Utah, and Kansas and currently seeing clients online on telehealth. I have over 10 years of professional work experience. I have extensive experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, aging, depression, grief, and loss. I am a Professor at the University of Saint Mary and I teach future social workers how to positively impact others. I have a private practice on the side because I still love being involved in the work. I see clients in the evenings and on weekends because I know you have busy schedules and I want to make my services accessible!
Ricci Oppenlander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost, alone, overwhelmed or confused about how to find a direction or fulfillment in your life? Do you feel as if things are not working out for you in life the way they "should"? Reaching out to find a therapist that best connects with you and your needs is a really good start to finding that direction and purpose :) I appreciate how difficult this process can be and am here to help support your journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist, licensed to practice in MI, IL, CO and AZ. I focus on helping people understand and manage struggles with anxiety, depression and grief/ loss.
Are you feeling lost, alone, overwhelmed or confused about how to find a direction or fulfillment in your life? Do you feel as if things are not working out for you in life the way they "should"? Reaching out to find a therapist that best connects with you and your needs is a really good start to finding that direction and purpose :) I appreciate how difficult this process can be and am here to help support your journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist, licensed to practice in MI, IL, CO and AZ. I focus on helping people understand and manage struggles with anxiety, depression and grief/ loss.
Allow my experience in grief, trauma, and holistic healing practices to be your guide as you navigate your own healing.
When navigating through life, you may face a time when you lose someone you love, face an illness, or a traumatic time in your own life. You may be going through a transition such as a divorce, move, or job loss. You do not need to navigate these alone! These transitions can affect every facet of life. You may be finding yourself feeling lost, doing your best to make it through day-to-day life. It might be difficult to get out of bed right now, to hold conversations, or to fulfill your caregiving or work responsibilities. You may be feeling anxiety that you would like help with.
Allow my experience in grief, trauma, and holistic healing practices to be your guide as you navigate your own healing.
When navigating through life, you may face a time when you lose someone you love, face an illness, or a traumatic time in your own life. You may be going through a transition such as a divorce, move, or job loss. You do not need to navigate these alone! These transitions can affect every facet of life. You may be finding yourself feeling lost, doing your best to make it through day-to-day life. It might be difficult to get out of bed right now, to hold conversations, or to fulfill your caregiving or work responsibilities. You may be feeling anxiety that you would like help with.
Rachel Dunning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Iam a LCSW in the state of Illinois and have been practicing for 10 years. I help people struggling with grief, depression and anxiety to work through these difficult emotions and live with more hope. I use a combination of CBT, Grief Therapy, and Supportive Therapy in my work with clients. My goal is for my clients to always feel heard and supported.
Iam a LCSW in the state of Illinois and have been practicing for 10 years. I help people struggling with grief, depression and anxiety to work through these difficult emotions and live with more hope. I use a combination of CBT, Grief Therapy, and Supportive Therapy in my work with clients. My goal is for my clients to always feel heard and supported.
Chris Balmaceda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
The decision to seek assistance from someone outside of your family, social, and work circles takes courage regardless of the reason. This step may seem like a giant leap when you typically consider yourself a self-sufficient, problem-solving, working professional! I strive to create a healthy therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe enough to identify strengths and areas for growth to overcome the barriers to your goals. I have particular interest in assisting working professionals who are struggling with grief, loss, and men's issues.
The decision to seek assistance from someone outside of your family, social, and work circles takes courage regardless of the reason. This step may seem like a giant leap when you typically consider yourself a self-sufficient, problem-solving, working professional! I strive to create a healthy therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe enough to identify strengths and areas for growth to overcome the barriers to your goals. I have particular interest in assisting working professionals who are struggling with grief, loss, and men's issues.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.