Grief Therapists in Sugar Grove, IL
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I have experience working with a wide range of different diagnoses including; Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, and ASPD. I work with clients from ages 12 and up. I have helped clients manage major life transitions, relationship problems, grief and loss, and other life challenges. I use a multicultural lens when working with each client. I see each client as an expert of their lived experience. For me, therapy as a collaborative process in which I help clients achieve their own goals.
I have experience working with a wide range of different diagnoses including; Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, and ASPD. I work with clients from ages 12 and up. I have helped clients manage major life transitions, relationship problems, grief and loss, and other life challenges. I use a multicultural lens when working with each client. I see each client as an expert of their lived experience. For me, therapy as a collaborative process in which I help clients achieve their own goals.
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Tracy Takeda
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
I am honored to work with clients who are willing to share their stories. I am open to clients who are ambivalent about counseling, maybe coming for the first time, and to those motivated for support. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, identity and meaning, faith/spiritual and family/relational concerns, and those who might consider understanding how the past impacts them now. I have valued my diverse work in the community (group homes, therapeutic day school, outpatient counseling and university counseling center) as I desire to connect clients to resources and their community as needed.
I am honored to work with clients who are willing to share their stories. I am open to clients who are ambivalent about counseling, maybe coming for the first time, and to those motivated for support. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, identity and meaning, faith/spiritual and family/relational concerns, and those who might consider understanding how the past impacts them now. I have valued my diverse work in the community (group homes, therapeutic day school, outpatient counseling and university counseling center) as I desire to connect clients to resources and their community as needed.
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Elizabeth M Davy, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
In addition to treating children, adolescents and adults with depression and anxiety, I have extensive training and experience in play therapy, particularly with children who have witnessed or directly experienced trauma (including childhood sexual abuse, parental murder, parental suicide, and child pornography), and chronic illness including childhood cancer and diabetes. I am developing an expertise with children who express gender variance. I enjoy working with women around issues of stress and life balance. I am passionate about therapy and supervision work with other therapists who are experiencing compassion fatigue.
In addition to treating children, adolescents and adults with depression and anxiety, I have extensive training and experience in play therapy, particularly with children who have witnessed or directly experienced trauma (including childhood sexual abuse, parental murder, parental suicide, and child pornography), and chronic illness including childhood cancer and diabetes. I am developing an expertise with children who express gender variance. I enjoy working with women around issues of stress and life balance. I am passionate about therapy and supervision work with other therapists who are experiencing compassion fatigue.
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Life can be difficult and frustrating. Our lives can become messy and complicated. But there is hope. I am dedicated to walking alongside of others to help them find hope and make some sense of their life and experiences. I sincerely believe that counseling gives an individual the opportunity to experience significant growth and healing through a greater personal awareness and understanding of themselves and the world around them.
Life can be difficult and frustrating. Our lives can become messy and complicated. But there is hope. I am dedicated to walking alongside of others to help them find hope and make some sense of their life and experiences. I sincerely believe that counseling gives an individual the opportunity to experience significant growth and healing through a greater personal awareness and understanding of themselves and the world around them.
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"Most people come to counseling to find out what's wrong with them. I say, come on in, have a seat, and let's find out what's right with you". My belief is that the human capacity for healing is limitless. I also believe trauma can be healed. My specialty is working with trauma, PTSD, and Anxiety. My strength is in treating people according to their need and getting to the root of the issues bothering them.
"Most people come to counseling to find out what's wrong with them. I say, come on in, have a seat, and let's find out what's right with you". My belief is that the human capacity for healing is limitless. I also believe trauma can be healed. My specialty is working with trauma, PTSD, and Anxiety. My strength is in treating people according to their need and getting to the root of the issues bothering them.
![Photo of Jane Klingberg, LPC, LCPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/506f0f40-376e-40dd-84a3-dc562f6f253d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jane has over 20 years of experience as a counselor helping adults, teens, tweens and heal and improve their lives. Jane also focuses on special needs families, and individuals that grew up in special needs families. When you work with Jane you are heard, accepted and given a chance to work through your life challenges.
Jane has over 20 years of experience as a counselor helping adults, teens, tweens and heal and improve their lives. Jane also focuses on special needs families, and individuals that grew up in special needs families. When you work with Jane you are heard, accepted and given a chance to work through your life challenges.
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Jessica M. Brumfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar Grove, IL 60554 (Online Only)
Life can be full of fun as well as challenges. Even with all of the podcasts or self-help books available, none are a manual for your life, right? I have experience and enjoy working with individuals across the life span in age and issues. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Stress and Perinatal Mood Disorders. In session, we will discuss goals, expectations, and outline steps to apply to everyday-life situations. I am here for the hard stuff, the good stuff and the in-between stuff. If you are curious to find out if we would work well together, schedule a free 15 minute consultation using the link!
Life can be full of fun as well as challenges. Even with all of the podcasts or self-help books available, none are a manual for your life, right? I have experience and enjoy working with individuals across the life span in age and issues. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Stress and Perinatal Mood Disorders. In session, we will discuss goals, expectations, and outline steps to apply to everyday-life situations. I am here for the hard stuff, the good stuff and the in-between stuff. If you are curious to find out if we would work well together, schedule a free 15 minute consultation using the link!
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Beth Plachetka Lcsw Edd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MAEL, EdD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
With 15+ years' experience as a school social worker and a clinical social worker, I am familiar with IEP and RTI procedures, best practices and certified staff evaluation procedures. I operate from a Christian foundation and am direct, honest and caring. I work with adolescents and adults to address issues relating to emotional regulation, behaviors, and decision making, and parenting, as well as supportive therapy during stressful life changes allowing the client to develop and implement strategies. I earned a Doctorate in 2014 with a dissertation entitled "A Systems Approach to Workplace Bullying in the K-12 Public Educational Setting".
With 15+ years' experience as a school social worker and a clinical social worker, I am familiar with IEP and RTI procedures, best practices and certified staff evaluation procedures. I operate from a Christian foundation and am direct, honest and caring. I work with adolescents and adults to address issues relating to emotional regulation, behaviors, and decision making, and parenting, as well as supportive therapy during stressful life changes allowing the client to develop and implement strategies. I earned a Doctorate in 2014 with a dissertation entitled "A Systems Approach to Workplace Bullying in the K-12 Public Educational Setting".
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Anthony Fasano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
Are you looking for a therapist you can be real with? My therapeutic approach is nonjudgmental and focused. I use evidence-based practices that meet the clients where they are at emotionally. I am easy-going and interactive, and I strive to make my clients as comfortable as possible. By providing a safe environment, I allow for shifts in therapy as needed, enabling clients to be vulnerable, open, and honest.
Are you looking for a therapist you can be real with? My therapeutic approach is nonjudgmental and focused. I use evidence-based practices that meet the clients where they are at emotionally. I am easy-going and interactive, and I strive to make my clients as comfortable as possible. By providing a safe environment, I allow for shifts in therapy as needed, enabling clients to be vulnerable, open, and honest.
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Julee Barkauskas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Waitlist for new clients
The issues I treat cover a broad range and are not limited to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, stress, trauma, problems with communication and and relationships, health problems, youth adjustment issues, grief, and substance abuse/addiction.
My hope is to create a positive and safe environment for you to explore solutions to issues that are affecting your mental and physical health, relationships, work, school, and everyday life.
Through the course of building a trusting relationship and enlightened experience, my hope is that you will be able to address the stressors or unresolved issues you are struggling with. These issues may include anger, resentment, abuse, shame, loss, trauma, abandonment, and physical health difficulties. Throughout the process I respectfully support your values and honor your journey while you discover your true and authentic self.
The issues I treat cover a broad range and are not limited to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, stress, trauma, problems with communication and and relationships, health problems, youth adjustment issues, grief, and substance abuse/addiction.
My hope is to create a positive and safe environment for you to explore solutions to issues that are affecting your mental and physical health, relationships, work, school, and everyday life.
Through the course of building a trusting relationship and enlightened experience, my hope is that you will be able to address the stressors or unresolved issues you are struggling with. These issues may include anger, resentment, abuse, shame, loss, trauma, abandonment, and physical health difficulties. Throughout the process I respectfully support your values and honor your journey while you discover your true and authentic self.
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Vicki Alden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
You deserve to get the most out of your life. You deserve joy in living - this joy is really a necessity not a luxury! If you are experiencing grief or loss or issues that make your daily living difficult, I have the experience, expertise and empathy to help. Besides private practice I have had the privilege to work within family and youth service agencies, an inpatient mental health center, and three teaching hospitals.
You deserve to get the most out of your life. You deserve joy in living - this joy is really a necessity not a luxury! If you are experiencing grief or loss or issues that make your daily living difficult, I have the experience, expertise and empathy to help. Besides private practice I have had the privilege to work within family and youth service agencies, an inpatient mental health center, and three teaching hospitals.
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With over 15 years experience, I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and families with concerns including: anxiety & depression, school problems, parenting and family issues, neurodiverse children and adolescents & those with special needs, individual and generational family trauma, aging & caregiver support, and grief & bereavement.
Taking this first step can be difficult - I'm glad you're here! I would love to meet you and see how I can support you. In each therapeutic relationship, I seek to provide a safe, non-judgmental and healing space for our important work together. My therapeutic approach is warm, inviting and down to earth while being rooted in mutual collaboration, empathy and respect.
With over 15 years experience, I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults and families with concerns including: anxiety & depression, school problems, parenting and family issues, neurodiverse children and adolescents & those with special needs, individual and generational family trauma, aging & caregiver support, and grief & bereavement.
Taking this first step can be difficult - I'm glad you're here! I would love to meet you and see how I can support you. In each therapeutic relationship, I seek to provide a safe, non-judgmental and healing space for our important work together. My therapeutic approach is warm, inviting and down to earth while being rooted in mutual collaboration, empathy and respect.
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Charlotte Shuber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
As an experienced grief counselor with a personal loss history, I believe in our ability to find enjoyment in life alongside tremendous sorrow.
Following a life-altering loss, you encounter all sorts of advice from folks who mean well, but just don't get it. You’re exhausted from being misunderstood. Perhaps you’re dealing with guilt, regret, or a lack of meaning or purpose. In the thick of grief it can be impossible to envision a time when you won’t feel this way, yet you find yourself hoping for better days ahead. You’re ready for someone to listen and really hear you. You’re ready to learn how to cope with yearning and heartache. Most of all, you’re ready to tend to your grief with a curious heart as you engage in life after loss, on your own terms and at your own pace.
As an experienced grief counselor with a personal loss history, I believe in our ability to find enjoyment in life alongside tremendous sorrow.
Following a life-altering loss, you encounter all sorts of advice from folks who mean well, but just don't get it. You’re exhausted from being misunderstood. Perhaps you’re dealing with guilt, regret, or a lack of meaning or purpose. In the thick of grief it can be impossible to envision a time when you won’t feel this way, yet you find yourself hoping for better days ahead. You’re ready for someone to listen and really hear you. You’re ready to learn how to cope with yearning and heartache. Most of all, you’re ready to tend to your grief with a curious heart as you engage in life after loss, on your own terms and at your own pace.
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Priscilla Brinkman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Elburn, IL 60119
Experiences of grief and loss occur throughout the life span.The response to these experiences is unique and personal. I believe everyone has a story which is important to tell. As a therapist I work to create a trusting environment in which to tell that story. It is in the understanding of the story one can discover solutions to problems, acceptance of the past and hope for the future.
Experiences of grief and loss occur throughout the life span.The response to these experiences is unique and personal. I believe everyone has a story which is important to tell. As a therapist I work to create a trusting environment in which to tell that story. It is in the understanding of the story one can discover solutions to problems, acceptance of the past and hope for the future.
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Ananya Sri Ram Rajan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, IL 60505 (Online Only)
I am licensed professional counselor with Lighthouse Counseling Center in Aurora, IL, but also have over 20 years experience as a spiritual advisor. My counseling specializations include, but are not limited to, suicide prevention, grief and loss, crisis intervention, and women’s issues. My experience includes working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Having worked with clients from various backgrounds and cultures, I tend to view the client as a holistic being who holds within themselves the answers they are seeking.
I am licensed professional counselor with Lighthouse Counseling Center in Aurora, IL, but also have over 20 years experience as a spiritual advisor. My counseling specializations include, but are not limited to, suicide prevention, grief and loss, crisis intervention, and women’s issues. My experience includes working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Having worked with clients from various backgrounds and cultures, I tend to view the client as a holistic being who holds within themselves the answers they are seeking.
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Jen enjoys supporting clients as they navigate life transitions including the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, and career changes. She is also experienced in working with clients who have perinatal mood concerns, including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenthood. Her approach focuses on holistic health and relational well-being. She considers diet, movement, and mindfulness as essential elements to restoring a sense of balance and genuine connection to self and others.
Jen enjoys supporting clients as they navigate life transitions including the death of a loved one, separation/divorce, and career changes. She is also experienced in working with clients who have perinatal mood concerns, including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, and adjustment to parenthood. Her approach focuses on holistic health and relational well-being. She considers diet, movement, and mindfulness as essential elements to restoring a sense of balance and genuine connection to self and others.
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Kelly Huggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
Grief and trauma often leave us feeling broken and damaged, alone and helpless, and fighting to just survive. You might not recognize yourself now or remember a time you didn't feel like this. Your grief may be so overwhelming that you don't even know what you feel. Either way, one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to face your trauma and begin to heal. You're ready to feel the sun on your face. Most of all, you're ready to live again with a sense of hope and joy.
Grief and trauma often leave us feeling broken and damaged, alone and helpless, and fighting to just survive. You might not recognize yourself now or remember a time you didn't feel like this. Your grief may be so overwhelming that you don't even know what you feel. Either way, one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to face your trauma and begin to heal. You're ready to feel the sun on your face. Most of all, you're ready to live again with a sense of hope and joy.
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I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with adults, adolescents,the LGBTQ community and also specialize in couples and family therapy. My areas of particular interest include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual abuse, and addiction. I believe it's important to work openly with issues of faith and spirituality as they naturally emerge during the process of therapy. I value kindness, openness, curiosity and humor as these qualities shape my approach to both therapy and life.
I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with adults, adolescents,the LGBTQ community and also specialize in couples and family therapy. My areas of particular interest include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual abuse, and addiction. I believe it's important to work openly with issues of faith and spirituality as they naturally emerge during the process of therapy. I value kindness, openness, curiosity and humor as these qualities shape my approach to both therapy and life.
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Tiffany Kasper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
Tiffany received her Master of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago in 2012 and is pursuing a DSW through Tulane University. She has experience working with individuals ranging from adolescents to older adults who are experiencing various challenges, and she is skilled in counseling mental health and healthcare professionals. Tiffany's expertise includes helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, eating disorders, ADHD, chronic illness, divorce, and other life changes. She also has previous experience working in hospice and palliative care.
Tiffany received her Master of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago in 2012 and is pursuing a DSW through Tulane University. She has experience working with individuals ranging from adolescents to older adults who are experiencing various challenges, and she is skilled in counseling mental health and healthcare professionals. Tiffany's expertise includes helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, eating disorders, ADHD, chronic illness, divorce, and other life changes. She also has previous experience working in hospice and palliative care.
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Renee Alice Souba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batavia, IL 60510
I have 38 years experience and have always lived in the Fox Valley area. I love to work with teens, young adults and adults. I can help to work thru issues with parenting, divorce, anxiety,depression, grief and loss , family turmoil, etc. you have the strengths within you and I offer the support, guidance and therapy to help you move thru these life experiences in a more positive and self fulfilling way.I also am able to use my therapy dog Patrick in my sessions and my clients have really enjoyed having him near them.
I have 38 years experience and have always lived in the Fox Valley area. I love to work with teens, young adults and adults. I can help to work thru issues with parenting, divorce, anxiety,depression, grief and loss , family turmoil, etc. you have the strengths within you and I offer the support, guidance and therapy to help you move thru these life experiences in a more positive and self fulfilling way.I also am able to use my therapy dog Patrick in my sessions and my clients have really enjoyed having him near them.
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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.