Grief Therapists in Chicago, IL
Linda Remaker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60626
Recovering from loss and other life-altering experiences is never easy, but with support, it is possible, and there is hope.
Loss can be a shattering experience. Whether it's the death of a beloved partner, family member, friend, or even a major medical diagnosis, relationship breakup, or job loss, you know your life will never be the same. You're not even sure how to pick up the pieces, let alone how to rebuild your life. Yet, much like kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, therapy can offer you a place to rebuild your shattered spirit in a transformational way. Working together, I aim to empower you to rebuild your life in line with what matters most to you using your own unique strengths, talents, and life experiences.
Recovering from loss and other life-altering experiences is never easy, but with support, it is possible, and there is hope.
Loss can be a shattering experience. Whether it's the death of a beloved partner, family member, friend, or even a major medical diagnosis, relationship breakup, or job loss, you know your life will never be the same. You're not even sure how to pick up the pieces, let alone how to rebuild your life. Yet, much like kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, therapy can offer you a place to rebuild your shattered spirit in a transformational way. Working together, I aim to empower you to rebuild your life in line with what matters most to you using your own unique strengths, talents, and life experiences.
My clinical interests are in grief and loss, couples issues, self-esteem, identity exploration, anxiety, and trauma.
I believe that our most impactful relationships and our cultural contexts profoundly influence how we navigate the world. This systemic approach is combined with a practice that is trauma-informed and strength-based to hold space that balances warmth, thoughtfulness, and laughter with an appropriate amount of challenge. In my work, I value creating authentic and meaningful relationships with my clients where we can collaborate to deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships.
My clinical interests are in grief and loss, couples issues, self-esteem, identity exploration, anxiety, and trauma.
I believe that our most impactful relationships and our cultural contexts profoundly influence how we navigate the world. This systemic approach is combined with a practice that is trauma-informed and strength-based to hold space that balances warmth, thoughtfulness, and laughter with an appropriate amount of challenge. In my work, I value creating authentic and meaningful relationships with my clients where we can collaborate to deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships.
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 have experience working with people living with depression, anxiety, grief, family issues, sexual trauma, and other concerns.
Beginning therapy can feel like an intimidating step for many people. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a safe, supportive space where you can address issues that may be preventing you from living life to its fullest potential. I want to facilitate an environment for healing and growth, and help you ask the hard questions that lead to lasting change.
I have experience working with people living with depression, anxiety, grief, family issues, sexual trauma, and other concerns.
Beginning therapy can feel like an intimidating step for many people. My primary goal as a therapist is to create a safe, supportive space where you can address issues that may be preventing you from living life to its fullest potential. I want to facilitate an environment for healing and growth, and help you ask the hard questions that lead to lasting change.
Melissa Littlefield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642
My areas of expertise include individuals and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, stage of life/transition issues, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
Have you been struggling with managing the changes life has dealt to you? I have worked with individuals from six months to ninety-eight years old, couples, and groups of individuals to support them in their life changes and help them address their needs through therapeutic interventions. My approach to therapy relies on the ability to create safety and developing a strong therapeutic alliance with you. I view this alliance as the vehicle for change that you are looking for. I want to work to meet you where you are at, so that you feel understood and heard in your experience.
My areas of expertise include individuals and couples experiencing depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, stage of life/transition issues, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
Have you been struggling with managing the changes life has dealt to you? I have worked with individuals from six months to ninety-eight years old, couples, and groups of individuals to support them in their life changes and help them address their needs through therapeutic interventions. My approach to therapy relies on the ability to create safety and developing a strong therapeutic alliance with you. I view this alliance as the vehicle for change that you are looking for. I want to work to meet you where you are at, so that you feel understood and heard in your experience.
Hannah Schwartz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
Common areas of focus in my sessions include: trauma, stress, anxiety, substance use concerns, grief/ bereavement, LGBTQIAA concerns, and relationship concerns.
Life is messy and unpredictable. My counseling style is a client-centered and collaborative. My job is to help navigate you through your journey and provide you with any additional skills/tools you may require. Day time appointments available.
Common areas of focus in my sessions include: trauma, stress, anxiety, substance use concerns, grief/ bereavement, LGBTQIAA concerns, and relationship concerns.
Life is messy and unpredictable. My counseling style is a client-centered and collaborative. My job is to help navigate you through your journey and provide you with any additional skills/tools you may require. Day time appointments available.
Many changes or challenges we face in life come with stress and pain, even when these changes are welcomed or planned. I believe growth, healing and peace are possible when difficulties arise, or life becomes overwhelming. In therapy, I will help you ensure transformation and healing occurs. I specialize in psychotherapy services related to perinatal complications (including loss), parental transitions, grief, bereavement & loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment to illness, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I am licensed in the states of Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey and Wisconsin.
Many changes or challenges we face in life come with stress and pain, even when these changes are welcomed or planned. I believe growth, healing and peace are possible when difficulties arise, or life becomes overwhelming. In therapy, I will help you ensure transformation and healing occurs. I specialize in psychotherapy services related to perinatal complications (including loss), parental transitions, grief, bereavement & loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment to illness, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I am licensed in the states of Illinois, Michigan, New Jersey and Wisconsin.
Regina Jones-Ogunsuyi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60601 (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients (teens and adults) with stress, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, chronic illnesses, midlife crisis, trauma, abuse, & coping with grief and loss.
My name is Regina and I’m glad that you took a moment to review my profile. I have over 15 years of professional experience and licensed in Illinois and Virginia. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I have experience in helping clients (teens and adults) with stress, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, chronic illnesses, midlife crisis, trauma, abuse, & coping with grief and loss.
My name is Regina and I’m glad that you took a moment to review my profile. I have over 15 years of professional experience and licensed in Illinois and Virginia. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Deeply Rooted Therapeutic Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60617
Do you fear rejection or struggle with Intimacy? Anxiety: Are you assuming that the worst will happen? Trauma: Do you struggle with regulating your emotions or finding a calm to trust others and your surroundings? Grief: It can hurt to see that nothing last forever.
Life can be overwhelming & I am here to help you normalize your emotions, thoughts and experiences without shame as you figure life out. I believe everyone has the ability to successfully cope with life stressors & traumas, & therapy with me allows a non-judgmental space to talk through your feelings, thought patterns & repeated cycles while making strides to peace. Do you feel like you lack the skills and support to recover? Let's connect and dig deep.- Latesha Boyd
Do you fear rejection or struggle with Intimacy? Anxiety: Are you assuming that the worst will happen? Trauma: Do you struggle with regulating your emotions or finding a calm to trust others and your surroundings? Grief: It can hurt to see that nothing last forever.
Life can be overwhelming & I am here to help you normalize your emotions, thoughts and experiences without shame as you figure life out. I believe everyone has the ability to successfully cope with life stressors & traumas, & therapy with me allows a non-judgmental space to talk through your feelings, thought patterns & repeated cycles while making strides to peace. Do you feel like you lack the skills and support to recover? Let's connect and dig deep.- Latesha Boyd
Confronting difficult aspects of life such as grief, traumatic events, relationship issues, and mental health struggles can feel overwhelming and scary. Choosing to start therapy and confront the complex emotions that life throws at us is a choice that deserves praise. My primary experience has been spent working with those struggling with anxiety and mood disorders, postpartum adjustment, grief, trauma, low self-esteem/body image, and relational issues. It is my priority to help people feel more confident in their ability to handle the ups and downs of life.
Confronting difficult aspects of life such as grief, traumatic events, relationship issues, and mental health struggles can feel overwhelming and scary. Choosing to start therapy and confront the complex emotions that life throws at us is a choice that deserves praise. My primary experience has been spent working with those struggling with anxiety and mood disorders, postpartum adjustment, grief, trauma, low self-esteem/body image, and relational issues. It is my priority to help people feel more confident in their ability to handle the ups and downs of life.
Patrick Cornelius
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60625 (Online Only)
Assess the depths of depression, anxiety, or grief.
Explored client life circumstances that are currently causing frustration, anxiety, depression, and lack of fulfillment. Assisted client in listing those desirable things that are missing from his life (That can possibly increase sense of fulfillment. Assisted client in clarifying and prioritizing values. Developed a plan with client to include activities that will increase satisfaction, fulfill values. Brainstormed with client possible sources of support from responsibilities that are overwhelming them. Encourage clients to implement changes that will reduce the burden felt, reinforcing success.
Assess the depths of depression, anxiety, or grief.
Explored client life circumstances that are currently causing frustration, anxiety, depression, and lack of fulfillment. Assisted client in listing those desirable things that are missing from his life (That can possibly increase sense of fulfillment. Assisted client in clarifying and prioritizing values. Developed a plan with client to include activities that will increase satisfaction, fulfill values. Brainstormed with client possible sources of support from responsibilities that are overwhelming them. Encourage clients to implement changes that will reduce the burden felt, reinforcing success.
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I understand the healing process as one of self-determination through therapeutic empathy. Being curious while employing sensitive honesty makes me a good fit for people who are open to exploring deeper personal and interpersonal connections. The lens of attachment, psychodynamic theory, and existential thought within ecological and systemic perspectives help me appreciate the pressures that impact quality of life issues. I am interested in working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds who find themselves struggling in relationships, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, psychosis, and grief/ loss.
I understand the healing process as one of self-determination through therapeutic empathy. Being curious while employing sensitive honesty makes me a good fit for people who are open to exploring deeper personal and interpersonal connections. The lens of attachment, psychodynamic theory, and existential thought within ecological and systemic perspectives help me appreciate the pressures that impact quality of life issues. I am interested in working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds who find themselves struggling in relationships, depression, anxiety, complex trauma, psychosis, and grief/ loss.
Being human is weird and messy. Learning to live with our own thoughts and our internal narratives can be exhausting. I work well with clients addressing concerns related to anxiety, chronic illness, grief, burnout, relational challenges, adult family dynamics, work life balance, feelings of overwhelm, and depression. I have experience working with other health professionals on their own mental health journeys. I enjoy working with "overachievers" and "people pleasers" who are interested in living a life beyond their resume and reconnecting with themselves.I also enjoy supporting clients rebuilding life post brain injury and stroke.
Being human is weird and messy. Learning to live with our own thoughts and our internal narratives can be exhausting. I work well with clients addressing concerns related to anxiety, chronic illness, grief, burnout, relational challenges, adult family dynamics, work life balance, feelings of overwhelm, and depression. I have experience working with other health professionals on their own mental health journeys. I enjoy working with "overachievers" and "people pleasers" who are interested in living a life beyond their resume and reconnecting with themselves.I also enjoy supporting clients rebuilding life post brain injury and stroke.
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.
I have worked extensively with individuals, families and groups addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is foremost in creating a safe space for clients to explore issues, identify patterns of relating, resolve conflicts, find meaning and seek answers. I believe strongly that this relationship coupled with each client's unique history, needs and strengths will help serve as a guide to treatment. I have more than 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.
I have worked extensively with individuals, families and groups addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is foremost in creating a safe space for clients to explore issues, identify patterns of relating, resolve conflicts, find meaning and seek answers. I believe strongly that this relationship coupled with each client's unique history, needs and strengths will help serve as a guide to treatment. I have more than 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.
Daniel S Binaei
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647 (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients and conducting ZOOM sessions. I have an integrative approach to psychotherapy, rooted in an interest in spirituality, social justice, and meditation. I have focused on working with clients with Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Relationship Issues and Grief and Loss. In addition to my Psychotherapy practice, I have provided Clinical Supervision to MA-level therapists working in community counseling.
I am accepting new clients and conducting ZOOM sessions. I have an integrative approach to psychotherapy, rooted in an interest in spirituality, social justice, and meditation. I have focused on working with clients with Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions, Relationship Issues and Grief and Loss. In addition to my Psychotherapy practice, I have provided Clinical Supervision to MA-level therapists working in community counseling.
Jennifer Stridh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613 (Online Only)
I offer support in moving through trauma, grief, relationship challenges, anxiety, loneliness, obsessions, fears, self esteem, conflict and life transitions.
Many aspects of life can be difficult, recurring and even intolerable. Hope or hoplessness may have led you to seek therapy, in pursuit of changes that continue to mystify you. Therapy can offer support in making clearer sense of what it is you are experiencing in your life and relationships, working towards adjustments that create new possibilities and insights. Sometimes things don't change, though, and you may have to contend with that powerlessness too. In therapy together, we can use our working relationship to explore challenges and hopes you are facing, developing new capacities for navigating life and relationships.
I offer support in moving through trauma, grief, relationship challenges, anxiety, loneliness, obsessions, fears, self esteem, conflict and life transitions.
Many aspects of life can be difficult, recurring and even intolerable. Hope or hoplessness may have led you to seek therapy, in pursuit of changes that continue to mystify you. Therapy can offer support in making clearer sense of what it is you are experiencing in your life and relationships, working towards adjustments that create new possibilities and insights. Sometimes things don't change, though, and you may have to contend with that powerlessness too. In therapy together, we can use our working relationship to explore challenges and hopes you are facing, developing new capacities for navigating life and relationships.
I specialize in the treatment of stress, depression, anxiety, personal relationships, obesity and weight loss issues.
The most important thing I want potential clients to know is that I truly love doing therapy and sincerely care about the people I with work with. The belief that clients can create greater self awareness, insight and transformation through a non-judgmental, safe and compassionate relationship is the foundation of my approach. By providing an open and collaborative space, clients can explore their thought patterns, emotional/somatic states and behavioral experience to promote meaningful changes. I bring a warm smile, a curious, gentle, down to earth manner, a sense of humor and an authentic self into the therapy room.
I specialize in the treatment of stress, depression, anxiety, personal relationships, obesity and weight loss issues.
The most important thing I want potential clients to know is that I truly love doing therapy and sincerely care about the people I with work with. The belief that clients can create greater self awareness, insight and transformation through a non-judgmental, safe and compassionate relationship is the foundation of my approach. By providing an open and collaborative space, clients can explore their thought patterns, emotional/somatic states and behavioral experience to promote meaningful changes. I bring a warm smile, a curious, gentle, down to earth manner, a sense of humor and an authentic self into the therapy room.
I am deeply aligned and passionate about advocating and working with women who have experienced perinatal loss.
My goal is to create a safe space that allows each individual to feel supported and heard in their experience. I believe in the importance of meeting each client where they are, increasing self-awareness, identifying strengths, and working alongside each client towards their treatment goals. I use an empathetic and positive, client-centered approach. My areas of interest include perinatal/postpartum mental health, perinatal loss, birth trauma, motherhood, women's issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief & loss, and life transitions. I am also Level 1 Gottman trained, and enjoy working with couples.
I am deeply aligned and passionate about advocating and working with women who have experienced perinatal loss.
My goal is to create a safe space that allows each individual to feel supported and heard in their experience. I believe in the importance of meeting each client where they are, increasing self-awareness, identifying strengths, and working alongside each client towards their treatment goals. I use an empathetic and positive, client-centered approach. My areas of interest include perinatal/postpartum mental health, perinatal loss, birth trauma, motherhood, women's issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief & loss, and life transitions. I am also Level 1 Gottman trained, and enjoy working with couples.
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.
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