Grief Therapists in Bensenville, IL

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Suzanne Grey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
She works with adolescents and adults struggling with agoraphobia, panic disorder, trauma, borderline personality disorder, grief, and more.
Suzanne Grey, LSW, adapts to the needs of her clients through open conversations about therapy goals and collaboration on an ideal treatment plan. Her mission is to help build a sense of empowerment and resilience within her clients and give them tools to help "˜ride out the wave' of intense emotional instability as it occurs. Suzanne's experience being on the opposite end of the therapeutic relationship helps her know how daunting and challenging it can be to confront trauma and pain. She inspires clients to interpret challenges as opportunities for personal growth and to make meaning from their life experiences.
She works with adolescents and adults struggling with agoraphobia, panic disorder, trauma, borderline personality disorder, grief, and more.
Suzanne Grey, LSW, adapts to the needs of her clients through open conversations about therapy goals and collaboration on an ideal treatment plan. Her mission is to help build a sense of empowerment and resilience within her clients and give them tools to help "˜ride out the wave' of intense emotional instability as it occurs. Suzanne's experience being on the opposite end of the therapeutic relationship helps her know how daunting and challenging it can be to confront trauma and pain. She inspires clients to interpret challenges as opportunities for personal growth and to make meaning from their life experiences.
(630) 349-7592 View (630) 349-7592
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Megan Borowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Megan Borowski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2014. She has an MSW from Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois at Chicago and a BA in Psychology and Political Science from University of Illinois at Chicago. Megan’s passion lies in assisting clients on their journey towards mental well-being and personal growth. With expertise in areas such as stress and anxiety management, resolving family conflicts, navigating grief and loss, and enhancing motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, Megan is committed to providing comprehensive support tailored to your unique needs.
Megan Borowski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2014. She has an MSW from Jane Addams College of Social Work, University of Illinois at Chicago and a BA in Psychology and Political Science from University of Illinois at Chicago. Megan’s passion lies in assisting clients on their journey towards mental well-being and personal growth. With expertise in areas such as stress and anxiety management, resolving family conflicts, navigating grief and loss, and enhancing motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, Megan is committed to providing comprehensive support tailored to your unique needs.
(630) 528-0116 View (630) 528-0116
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Sara Mueller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Suicide Bereavement: For suicide survivors, the feelings of loss, sadness, and loneliness experienced after any death are often magnified by feelings of guilt, confusion, rejection, shame, anger, and the effects of stigma.
Sara Mueller, LPC, is a compassionate, relaxed therapist that educates clients while they learn, grow, and heal. She believes seeking therapy is a sign of strength and strives to bring creative approaches to the treatment process. In therapy, Sara helps clients of all ages struggling from depression, ADHD, parenting, grief, self-esteem, trauma, and more. She's also especially skilled at treating: Anxiety in Children, Adolescents, and Teens: Excessive worry can get in the way of your child's education, friendships, and activities.
Suicide Bereavement: For suicide survivors, the feelings of loss, sadness, and loneliness experienced after any death are often magnified by feelings of guilt, confusion, rejection, shame, anger, and the effects of stigma.
Sara Mueller, LPC, is a compassionate, relaxed therapist that educates clients while they learn, grow, and heal. She believes seeking therapy is a sign of strength and strives to bring creative approaches to the treatment process. In therapy, Sara helps clients of all ages struggling from depression, ADHD, parenting, grief, self-esteem, trauma, and more. She's also especially skilled at treating: Anxiety in Children, Adolescents, and Teens: Excessive worry can get in the way of your child's education, friendships, and activities.
(630) 593-7650 View (630) 593-7650
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Marie Kilvington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Marie Kilvington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. She serves clients from 13 to 100, as well as younger children when part of a family counseling setting. Marie specializes in working with aging adults on a variety of issues including coping with grief and loss, unexpected life changes and life transitions. She also treats elder adult clients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, mood disorders and more. Marie sees that a key element of counseling is to start where the client is. You lead the way. Marie uses an empathetic, non judgmental and collaborative approach.
Marie Kilvington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. She serves clients from 13 to 100, as well as younger children when part of a family counseling setting. Marie specializes in working with aging adults on a variety of issues including coping with grief and loss, unexpected life changes and life transitions. She also treats elder adult clients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, mood disorders and more. Marie sees that a key element of counseling is to start where the client is. You lead the way. Marie uses an empathetic, non judgmental and collaborative approach.
(630) 576-1894 View (630) 576-1894
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Robin Denk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Hi, I am Robin Denk, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of clinical experience working with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, emotional abuse, and trauma. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and attachment theory tailored to your needs. I believe that it is my duty to help others during painful times in their lives ultimately.
Hi, I am Robin Denk, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of clinical experience working with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, emotional abuse, and trauma. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and attachment theory tailored to your needs. I believe that it is my duty to help others during painful times in their lives ultimately.
(708) 847-9788 View (708) 847-9788
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Caroline Roa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Hello! My name is Caroline Roa, and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing a wide array of therapeutic treatments through a trauma-informed lens. Listening to your needs non-judgmentally and supporting you in building hope, purpose, and holistic healing of both the mind and body is my consistent approach as a therapist. I am passionate about working with individuals most impacted by various forms of oppression, adversity, and exposure to trauma. Through personal and professional experience, I have also grown most comfortable working with first-gen/immigrant persons as well as those that identify within the BIPOC community.
Hello! My name is Caroline Roa, and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing a wide array of therapeutic treatments through a trauma-informed lens. Listening to your needs non-judgmentally and supporting you in building hope, purpose, and holistic healing of both the mind and body is my consistent approach as a therapist. I am passionate about working with individuals most impacted by various forms of oppression, adversity, and exposure to trauma. Through personal and professional experience, I have also grown most comfortable working with first-gen/immigrant persons as well as those that identify within the BIPOC community.
(773) 985-1310 View (773) 985-1310
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Rose Mary Spizzirri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bensenville, IL 60106
Everyone goes through times of struggle and needs someone to listen, reflect and help them move forward. We specialize in working with persons who have experienced trauma, abuse or neglect. Trauma can lead to many life issues & symptoms that we can help you manage & alleviate. Using trauma-informed attachment focused psychotherapy we provide parents with therapeutic skills to help their children heal. I have worked with families, kids, & adults for 25 of years who have various mental illnesses and emotional challenges. Everyone deserves happiness & we can help you through the healing process to restore your mind, body & spirit.
Everyone goes through times of struggle and needs someone to listen, reflect and help them move forward. We specialize in working with persons who have experienced trauma, abuse or neglect. Trauma can lead to many life issues & symptoms that we can help you manage & alleviate. Using trauma-informed attachment focused psychotherapy we provide parents with therapeutic skills to help their children heal. I have worked with families, kids, & adults for 25 of years who have various mental illnesses and emotional challenges. Everyone deserves happiness & we can help you through the healing process to restore your mind, body & spirit.
(708) 697-8009 View (708) 697-8009
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Firas Qureshi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Firas Qureshi is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. He has a Master's degree from Roosevelt University. Firas's goal is to create a safe and supportive environment during therapy. He has experience working with a wide range of presenting issues. Including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation. Firas has worked with children and adolescents and has also worked with their families. Everybody is different and no one approach works the same for everyone. He is an open person, genuine in his interactions. With this, Firas hopes to work together with you to find what works best for you.
Firas Qureshi is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. He has a Master's degree from Roosevelt University. Firas's goal is to create a safe and supportive environment during therapy. He has experience working with a wide range of presenting issues. Including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation. Firas has worked with children and adolescents and has also worked with their families. Everybody is different and no one approach works the same for everyone. He is an open person, genuine in his interactions. With this, Firas hopes to work together with you to find what works best for you.
(630) 349-4088 View (630) 349-4088
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Tiffany Michalak
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Tiffany believes everybody can benefit from working with a therapist. Every client is unique and deserves an individualized approach to help live their authentic life. Her approach is authentic, warm, energetic, and positive. Her mental health work experience includes working in Community Mental Health for individual and group counseling, running groups for self-esteem, and substance addictions, as well as private group practice. Clients have noticed an increase in self-awareness, self-reflection, and how to use the awareness to their advantage.
Tiffany believes everybody can benefit from working with a therapist. Every client is unique and deserves an individualized approach to help live their authentic life. Her approach is authentic, warm, energetic, and positive. Her mental health work experience includes working in Community Mental Health for individual and group counseling, running groups for self-esteem, and substance addictions, as well as private group practice. Clients have noticed an increase in self-awareness, self-reflection, and how to use the awareness to their advantage.
(630) 534-1235 View (630) 534-1235
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Megan France
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Megan France, LCPC, strives to connect clients to their own internal strength and wisdom so that ultimately they become their own therapist. She loves helping clients reach their goals and heal past wounds. Megan earned a BA from Gordon College and an MA from Wheaton College. Her previous experience includes clinical management positions as well as foster care therapy and work in community mental health. Megan also spent a year in London at Lee Abbey International Students Club and has extensive experience treating adults with complex trauma and co-occurring disorders.
Megan France, LCPC, strives to connect clients to their own internal strength and wisdom so that ultimately they become their own therapist. She loves helping clients reach their goals and heal past wounds. Megan earned a BA from Gordon College and an MA from Wheaton College. Her previous experience includes clinical management positions as well as foster care therapy and work in community mental health. Megan also spent a year in London at Lee Abbey International Students Club and has extensive experience treating adults with complex trauma and co-occurring disorders.
(630) 895-9561 View (630) 895-9561
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David Klemm
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106
Dave Klemm is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2016. Dave has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. He utilizes a wide variety of techniques including IFS (Internal Family Systems), existential, DBT, and trauma informed care. Dave offers a judgment-free, open, and welcoming experience as a therapist. Outside of work, Dave enjoys video games, spending time in nature, watching many genres of movies, listening to music, finding exciting places to explore, and reading.
Dave Klemm is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois who has been practicing since 2016. Dave has experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. He utilizes a wide variety of techniques including IFS (Internal Family Systems), existential, DBT, and trauma informed care. Dave offers a judgment-free, open, and welcoming experience as a therapist. Outside of work, Dave enjoys video games, spending time in nature, watching many genres of movies, listening to music, finding exciting places to explore, and reading.
(814) 527-4125 View (814) 527-4125
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Mary Bohannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bensenville, IL 60106  (Online Only)
Whether you're seeking guidance on burnout, navigating relationships, or undergoing life transitions, I will create a nurturing and validating environment tailored to you. My expertise spans ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics and setting healthy family boundaries. I enjoy collaborating with millennials, emerging adults, and fellow LGBTQIA+ community members. In our sessions, I blend directness with well-timed humor to foster a comfortable atmosphere. Beyond my role as a therapist, I am resolute in advocating for social justice and fostering meaningful systemic change.
Whether you're seeking guidance on burnout, navigating relationships, or undergoing life transitions, I will create a nurturing and validating environment tailored to you. My expertise spans ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics and setting healthy family boundaries. I enjoy collaborating with millennials, emerging adults, and fellow LGBTQIA+ community members. In our sessions, I blend directness with well-timed humor to foster a comfortable atmosphere. Beyond my role as a therapist, I am resolute in advocating for social justice and fostering meaningful systemic change.
(773) 966-2355 View (773) 966-2355

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Christine Vinci
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Are you having difficulty navigating through life's challenges, changes, and choices? Seeking therapy can be a difficult step for most people. For the last 10 years I have worked with and helped those struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, grief/loss, women's issues, relationship difficulties, and PTSD/trauma. I am a trauma informed/client-centered therapist. I understand the importance of the therapeutic relationship, striving to meet clients where they are at, developing goals for their individual needs and building connection and partnership in a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment.
Are you having difficulty navigating through life's challenges, changes, and choices? Seeking therapy can be a difficult step for most people. For the last 10 years I have worked with and helped those struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, grief/loss, women's issues, relationship difficulties, and PTSD/trauma. I am a trauma informed/client-centered therapist. I understand the importance of the therapeutic relationship, striving to meet clients where they are at, developing goals for their individual needs and building connection and partnership in a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment.
(331) 255-3642 View (331) 255-3642
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Almudena P Ruiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC, EMDR, certifi
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126  (Online Only)
Engaging in therapy can be a difficult decision for many people. Whether you are going through a life change, or you feel the need to put the past behind, or maybe simply wish to know yourself better, relate to your loved ones better, improve your academic or professional performance, face your fears, overcome a loss, or just wish to learn more efficient ways to deal with life stressors... these are all great reasons to engage in therapy. For me, genuineness, openness, and a non-judgmental approach are essential ingredients to connect with you, support you, and guide you in your journey.
Engaging in therapy can be a difficult decision for many people. Whether you are going through a life change, or you feel the need to put the past behind, or maybe simply wish to know yourself better, relate to your loved ones better, improve your academic or professional performance, face your fears, overcome a loss, or just wish to learn more efficient ways to deal with life stressors... these are all great reasons to engage in therapy. For me, genuineness, openness, and a non-judgmental approach are essential ingredients to connect with you, support you, and guide you in your journey.
(630) 413-9343 View (630) 413-9343
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24/7 DCT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
Addison, IL 60101
We are a mental and behavioral health organization dedicated to assisting individuals, couples, teens, and adolescents in realizing their full potential in terms of emotional and psychological health. We are deeply committed to ensuring that all people have ready access to high-quality medical care delivered with compassion. We believe that mental and behavioral health is a critical component of overall health, and that promoting mental wellness should be a priority in every community.
We are a mental and behavioral health organization dedicated to assisting individuals, couples, teens, and adolescents in realizing their full potential in terms of emotional and psychological health. We are deeply committed to ensuring that all people have ready access to high-quality medical care delivered with compassion. We believe that mental and behavioral health is a critical component of overall health, and that promoting mental wellness should be a priority in every community.
(630) 446-6802 View (630) 446-6802
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Laura Boillot
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elmhurst, IL 60126
I have had the privilege of providing therapy for individuals impacted by abuse and complex trauma for over ten years and practice with the intention of creating a safe and affirming space that can support healing and develop trust. I am passionate about providing therapy using a holistic lens and embracing how mind, body and emotional wellness are connected. That said, I value transparency and collaboration in finding the right fit or approach so that we can ensure your needs are met. I provide individual services and especially enjoy exploring life transitions, family of origin issues and women's issues.
I have had the privilege of providing therapy for individuals impacted by abuse and complex trauma for over ten years and practice with the intention of creating a safe and affirming space that can support healing and develop trust. I am passionate about providing therapy using a holistic lens and embracing how mind, body and emotional wellness are connected. That said, I value transparency and collaboration in finding the right fit or approach so that we can ensure your needs are met. I provide individual services and especially enjoy exploring life transitions, family of origin issues and women's issues.
(630) 315-0569 View (630) 315-0569
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Tony Brower
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126
As a client-centered therapist I believe that you deserve a place to be listened to and be accepted for who you are. In our sessions I will accept you with unconditional positive regard and walk with you through whatever is hurting you. I believe you have the strength to heal.
As a client-centered therapist I believe that you deserve a place to be listened to and be accepted for who you are. In our sessions I will accept you with unconditional positive regard and walk with you through whatever is hurting you. I believe you have the strength to heal.
(331) 373-2466 View (331) 373-2466
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Paige Fitterer - A Home For Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, PEL
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126
With a practical nature, I collaborate with you to discover light, healing, and transformation in even the most demanding of life events. Self development and empowerment begin with a trusting, open, therapeutic relationship and I structure my practice around these values. I have extensive experiences providing services to a diverse range of individuals across multiple settings which has equipped me with an integrated approach to therapy. Using a trauma focused lens I work with clients to make past present connections to increase self awareness and change.
With a practical nature, I collaborate with you to discover light, healing, and transformation in even the most demanding of life events. Self development and empowerment begin with a trusting, open, therapeutic relationship and I structure my practice around these values. I have extensive experiences providing services to a diverse range of individuals across multiple settings which has equipped me with an integrated approach to therapy. Using a trauma focused lens I work with clients to make past present connections to increase self awareness and change.
(708) 320-8764 View (708) 320-8764
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Caroline Roa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wood Dale, IL 60191
Hello! My name is Caroline Roa, and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing a wide array of therapeutic treatments through a trauma-informed lens. Listening to your needs non-judgmentally and supporting you in building hope, purpose, and holistic healing of both the mind and body is my consistent approach as a therapist. I am passionate about working with individuals most impacted by various forms of oppression, adversity, and exposure to trauma. Through personal and professional experience, I have also grown most comfortable working with first-gen/immigrant persons as well as those that identify within the BIPOC community.
Hello! My name is Caroline Roa, and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing a wide array of therapeutic treatments through a trauma-informed lens. Listening to your needs non-judgmentally and supporting you in building hope, purpose, and holistic healing of both the mind and body is my consistent approach as a therapist. I am passionate about working with individuals most impacted by various forms of oppression, adversity, and exposure to trauma. Through personal and professional experience, I have also grown most comfortable working with first-gen/immigrant persons as well as those that identify within the BIPOC community.
(872) 296-6588 View (872) 296-6588
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Nicol K Osborne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126  (Online Only)
I am currently a LSW and PsyD Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate. I obtained my Masters in social work at Fordham University in New York and I am pursuing my doctorate at California Southern University. I am excited to be working with a team of highly skilled Therapists. I believe that therapy is about creating a space of healing and helping others evolve into the best version of themselves.Along, with counseling we are now offering TMS (Non-medication approach) to our schaumburg location.
I am currently a LSW and PsyD Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate. I obtained my Masters in social work at Fordham University in New York and I am pursuing my doctorate at California Southern University. I am excited to be working with a team of highly skilled Therapists. I believe that therapy is about creating a space of healing and helping others evolve into the best version of themselves.Along, with counseling we are now offering TMS (Non-medication approach) to our schaumburg location.
(708) 578-5050 View (708) 578-5050

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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.