Grief Therapists in Lake County, IL
My areas of speciality include treatment of personality disorders, mood disorders, maladaptive behaviors, anxiety/ depression, working through grief, illness and trauma, LGBTQ concerns, Adolescent Psychology, Couple's therapy and Collaborative Divorce.
I am a therapist with over ten years of experience providing assessment, crisis intervention and psychotherapy to individuals in the community. I assist individuals as they find the best solutions to dealing with mental health concerns, life transitions and accomplishment of goals.I believe that all individuals have within them the skills needed to lead an actualized, fulfilling and meaningful life.I will tailor therapy to your individual characteristics and work with you to find interventions that best suit your needs, goals and skill set.
My areas of speciality include treatment of personality disorders, mood disorders, maladaptive behaviors, anxiety/ depression, working through grief, illness and trauma, LGBTQ concerns, Adolescent Psychology, Couple's therapy and Collaborative Divorce.
I am a therapist with over ten years of experience providing assessment, crisis intervention and psychotherapy to individuals in the community. I assist individuals as they find the best solutions to dealing with mental health concerns, life transitions and accomplishment of goals.I believe that all individuals have within them the skills needed to lead an actualized, fulfilling and meaningful life.I will tailor therapy to your individual characteristics and work with you to find interventions that best suit your needs, goals and skill set.
I have over twenty years of experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy. My specialties include depression/mood disorders, anxiety disorders, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, stress and anger management. I also specialize in working with couples and families for issues related to separation/divorce, communication difficulties, conflict resolution, parenting issues and relationship growth and enrichment.
I have over twenty years of experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy. My specialties include depression/mood disorders, anxiety disorders, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, stress and anger management. I also specialize in working with couples and families for issues related to separation/divorce, communication difficulties, conflict resolution, parenting issues and relationship growth and enrichment.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and divorce.
I believe in a strengths- based approach when working with clients. I utilize mindfulness, cognitive behavioral skills, motivational interviewing, and EMDR to help clients achieve their goals. I have an eclectic approach which allows me to tailor my therapy style to the needs of the client.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and divorce.
I believe in a strengths- based approach when working with clients. I utilize mindfulness, cognitive behavioral skills, motivational interviewing, and EMDR to help clients achieve their goals. I have an eclectic approach which allows me to tailor my therapy style to the needs of the client.
I have experience working with people going through depression and anxiety related to life changes, grief and loss as well as identity issues.
If you are suffering the grief of a loved one, the pain of a difficult transition or going through major changes in your life that leave you feeling stuck, hopeless, and not knowing where to turn I could be the person to help you work through the issues underlying these difficulties.
I have experience working with people going through depression and anxiety related to life changes, grief and loss as well as identity issues.
If you are suffering the grief of a loved one, the pain of a difficult transition or going through major changes in your life that leave you feeling stuck, hopeless, and not knowing where to turn I could be the person to help you work through the issues underlying these difficulties.
Based on a foundation of personal experience and professional training, I provide counseling for individuals struggling with: grief and loss, anxiety, depression, transition, self-esteem, family dynamics, friendship concerns, and value based decisions.
Life is full of loss, difficult relationships, unmet expectations, and change. Our responses to these experiences can be overwhelming and confusing, leaving us struggling to manage thoughts and emotions, or unable to align our behaviors with our desired path. Each response is truly unique, and can highlight or expand on other challenges in life, such as anxiety, depression, relational problems, and unhealthy coping strategies. No matter the unique experience, all individuals deserve a safe, confidential place to bring these challenges, and specialized care to help them understand, process, and move through their experience.
Based on a foundation of personal experience and professional training, I provide counseling for individuals struggling with: grief and loss, anxiety, depression, transition, self-esteem, family dynamics, friendship concerns, and value based decisions.
Life is full of loss, difficult relationships, unmet expectations, and change. Our responses to these experiences can be overwhelming and confusing, leaving us struggling to manage thoughts and emotions, or unable to align our behaviors with our desired path. Each response is truly unique, and can highlight or expand on other challenges in life, such as anxiety, depression, relational problems, and unhealthy coping strategies. No matter the unique experience, all individuals deserve a safe, confidential place to bring these challenges, and specialized care to help them understand, process, and move through their experience.
Kathryn Krause
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
My clinical interests include working with individuals and couples who have a history of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship concerns, infertility, and pregnancy loss.
Healing is an imperfect process, but it is in that imperfection that we find real opportunity for growth, connection, and change. As a therapist, I strive to create these opportunities for clients as I believe we find strength and hope when we are true to ourselves. When we learn to sit with discomfort and difficult emotions, we can gain new perspectives and insights towards making lasting change. I use a relational, authentic approach to create a warm, safe environment for clients. I believe therapy should be collaborative, and I work to provide clients with the space to share their stories.
My clinical interests include working with individuals and couples who have a history of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship concerns, infertility, and pregnancy loss.
Healing is an imperfect process, but it is in that imperfection that we find real opportunity for growth, connection, and change. As a therapist, I strive to create these opportunities for clients as I believe we find strength and hope when we are true to ourselves. When we learn to sit with discomfort and difficult emotions, we can gain new perspectives and insights towards making lasting change. I use a relational, authentic approach to create a warm, safe environment for clients. I believe therapy should be collaborative, and I work to provide clients with the space to share their stories.
Ella (Elzbieta) Wojnarowska
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Fox Lake, IL 60020
I am skilled at addressing anxiety disorders, mood disorders, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions.
If you have been anxious, depressed, confused, or overwhelmed, I am here to help. I am committed to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore, heal, and thrive. I will assist you with understanding how your experiences and values inform your decision making, communication with others, and choices of coping skills. I will collaborate with you on finding healthier approaches and more effective coping strategies. I am determined to use my education and experience to help you become more resilient.
I am skilled at addressing anxiety disorders, mood disorders, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions.
If you have been anxious, depressed, confused, or overwhelmed, I am here to help. I am committed to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore, heal, and thrive. I will assist you with understanding how your experiences and values inform your decision making, communication with others, and choices of coping skills. I will collaborate with you on finding healthier approaches and more effective coping strategies. I am determined to use my education and experience to help you become more resilient.
Life brings many stressors and we can all benefit from having a confidential place to sort out our concerns. I have been in practice for over 30 years helping clients with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues and stress management. I have worked with individuals, adolescents and couples in a relationally based, psychodynamic format. I was also the director of, and involved with, a psycho-educational parenting program for over 12 years. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and with adolescents as they grow through facing the challenges of life.
Life brings many stressors and we can all benefit from having a confidential place to sort out our concerns. I have been in practice for over 30 years helping clients with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues and stress management. I have worked with individuals, adolescents and couples in a relationally based, psychodynamic format. I was also the director of, and involved with, a psycho-educational parenting program for over 12 years. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and with adolescents as they grow through facing the challenges of life.
Donna Oldenburg
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
My strengths include working with individuals and couples facing grief and loss, whether from a death, divorce, infertility, aging, empty nest, or recent job loss.
Are you living the life you envisioned? Has grief, a difficult relationship, chronic illness, or life transition left you feeling anxious or depressed and unable to move forward with your life? I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and National Certified Counselor, who strives to help adults 18 years and older cultivate the self-awareness and coping skills necessary to create the positive changes they seek in their life.
My strengths include working with individuals and couples facing grief and loss, whether from a death, divorce, infertility, aging, empty nest, or recent job loss.
Are you living the life you envisioned? Has grief, a difficult relationship, chronic illness, or life transition left you feeling anxious or depressed and unable to move forward with your life? I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and National Certified Counselor, who strives to help adults 18 years and older cultivate the self-awareness and coping skills necessary to create the positive changes they seek in their life.
Counvetgent Counseling, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Gurnee, IL 60031
I am a Thanatologist, which comes from (Thanatology or Deathlore, the scientific study of death and the losses brought about as a result).
I want to take the opportunity to thank you for reaching out to me. I want to introduce myself. I am Christopher Gerou, and I have practiced counseling for over 27 years. I want to invite you to email or call for an appointment. I offer either a video chat or phone to discuss your challenges more. I look forward to working with you and am interested in where we will go as we start this process of helping you find a solution to the issues you want to address. I’m also open to serving businesses on a limited basis as a grief counselor, during a crisis need or death in the workplace, or in Professional Development.
I am a Thanatologist, which comes from (Thanatology or Deathlore, the scientific study of death and the losses brought about as a result).
I want to take the opportunity to thank you for reaching out to me. I want to introduce myself. I am Christopher Gerou, and I have practiced counseling for over 27 years. I want to invite you to email or call for an appointment. I offer either a video chat or phone to discuss your challenges more. I look forward to working with you and am interested in where we will go as we start this process of helping you find a solution to the issues you want to address. I’m also open to serving businesses on a limited basis as a grief counselor, during a crisis need or death in the workplace, or in Professional Development.
Mark Livshots
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in working with individuals and couples experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses, grief and loss, and issues relating to meaning and purpose. I have experience working with those diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, from early diagnosis to end-of-life. I work with adults of all ages, with additional training in working with older adults. Whether it be navigating life transitions like launching, job changes and retirement, or finding meaning and purpose, I utilize a caring and understanding approach in helping my clients find a way forward.
I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in working with individuals and couples experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses, grief and loss, and issues relating to meaning and purpose. I have experience working with those diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, from early diagnosis to end-of-life. I work with adults of all ages, with additional training in working with older adults. Whether it be navigating life transitions like launching, job changes and retirement, or finding meaning and purpose, I utilize a caring and understanding approach in helping my clients find a way forward.
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Looking to find peace and balance in your life? Alana DeVaughn has over 20 years experience in the counseling profession with extensive knowledge in individual, couples and family therapy. Alana provides you with a safe, empathetic environment to address your issues and help you improve your quality of life. Alana specializes in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, and women's issues. Call today to take the first step in finding your inner peace.
Looking to find peace and balance in your life? Alana DeVaughn has over 20 years experience in the counseling profession with extensive knowledge in individual, couples and family therapy. Alana provides you with a safe, empathetic environment to address your issues and help you improve your quality of life. Alana specializes in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, and women's issues. Call today to take the first step in finding your inner peace.
Clients motivated to change parts of themselves & their lives which are not working are exciting & challenging to work with. In particular, combat veterans & their families who are readjusting to stateside life are a specialty area of my practice. I am also interested in assisting persons who are seeking to live their lives with greater meaning & intention. I assist men who are seeking greater understanding of themselves and want to change their lives in community with other men through the Victories of the Heart program.
Assisting people with grief & loss to find greater meaning & who want to live more abundantly are ideal.
Clients motivated to change parts of themselves & their lives which are not working are exciting & challenging to work with. In particular, combat veterans & their families who are readjusting to stateside life are a specialty area of my practice. I am also interested in assisting persons who are seeking to live their lives with greater meaning & intention. I assist men who are seeking greater understanding of themselves and want to change their lives in community with other men through the Victories of the Heart program.
Assisting people with grief & loss to find greater meaning & who want to live more abundantly are ideal.
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.
I specialize in the areas of grief and loss throughout the life cycle, relationship issues, life transitions, depression and anxiety, and post-partum mood disorders.
Whether you are experiencing a heartbreak, a new diagnosis, or trying to understand how you arrived at this place in your life, my job as your therapist is to assist you through these struggles and explore alternative ways to think and cope. I will provide a compassionate place for you to freely express yourself and give you honest feedback. We will tailor your individual treatment to reflect your concerns and goals while we regularly re-evaluate our progress.
I specialize in the areas of grief and loss throughout the life cycle, relationship issues, life transitions, depression and anxiety, and post-partum mood disorders.
Whether you are experiencing a heartbreak, a new diagnosis, or trying to understand how you arrived at this place in your life, my job as your therapist is to assist you through these struggles and explore alternative ways to think and cope. I will provide a compassionate place for you to freely express yourself and give you honest feedback. We will tailor your individual treatment to reflect your concerns and goals while we regularly re-evaluate our progress.
Dr. Marissa Kol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highland Park, IL 60035
Hi! I’m Dr. Marissa, a trauma, grief and loss specialist for children, teens and families. My background includes 20+ years facilitating group and individual bereavement and trauma supportive services, pediatric medical inpatient and outpatient work with children and families, and individual and family therapy in Private Practice.
Hi! I’m Dr. Marissa, a trauma, grief and loss specialist for children, teens and families. My background includes 20+ years facilitating group and individual bereavement and trauma supportive services, pediatric medical inpatient and outpatient work with children and families, and individual and family therapy in Private Practice.
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 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.
Dr. Elizabeth Ladin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
I specialize in grief ,trauma, bereavement, loss of a loved one by suicide, mindfulness, spirituality I help young adults ,adolescents, seniors ,gain autonomy in relationships, women’s health ,learning disabilities, obesity, and school/work/life balance.
Hello I am glad you are on your path to healing and creating your best life ! I am here to partner with you to navigate life’s ups and downs . I believe in building authentic relationships and creating a safe nonjudgmental space.
I specialize in grief ,trauma, bereavement, loss of a loved one by suicide, mindfulness, spirituality I help young adults ,adolescents, seniors ,gain autonomy in relationships, women’s health ,learning disabilities, obesity, and school/work/life balance.
Hello I am glad you are on your path to healing and creating your best life ! I am here to partner with you to navigate life’s ups and downs . I believe in building authentic relationships and creating a safe nonjudgmental space.
Counseling is a life calling for me. I work diligently to see hurting people reclaim their lives and be restored to their best selves. It is an honor to partner with my clients to help them rediscover their voice and empower them to choose the life of love, connection and purpose they are seeking. Those who are experiencing loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, work issues and spiritual struggles can find hope as we work together.
Counseling is a life calling for me. I work diligently to see hurting people reclaim their lives and be restored to their best selves. It is an honor to partner with my clients to help them rediscover their voice and empower them to choose the life of love, connection and purpose they are seeking. Those who are experiencing loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, work issues and spiritual struggles can find hope as we work together.
Laurie Longfield
Counselor, MA, MEd, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 (Online Only)
I work with clients experiencing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, work & family stressors, marital problems, life transitions, trauma, grief and offer a parent evidence based treatment program through SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) for children with anxiety and OCD developed at the Yale Child Study Center.
Are you feeling unbalanced? Being here is the first step to start your journey to find balance through a non judgmental therapeutic relationship that offers empathy, validation, support, psychoeducation and even a challenge if you are up to that. We will explore together solutions for change and growth through learning tools to help recognize situations out of your control. I am committed to fostering a safe and motivating environment for you to grow.
I work with clients experiencing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, work & family stressors, marital problems, life transitions, trauma, grief and offer a parent evidence based treatment program through SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) for children with anxiety and OCD developed at the Yale Child Study Center.
Are you feeling unbalanced? Being here is the first step to start your journey to find balance through a non judgmental therapeutic relationship that offers empathy, validation, support, psychoeducation and even a challenge if you are up to that. We will explore together solutions for change and growth through learning tools to help recognize situations out of your control. I am committed to fostering a safe and motivating environment for you to grow.
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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.