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Grief counselors and therapists in Aurora, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Aurora, IL

Whether you're coping with the loss of a loved one or anticipatory grief, Headway provides accessible mental health support throughout Aurora. Our providers use evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and CBT to help you navigate bereavement, with many appointments available virtually and covered by insurance.

Laurie Gray

Laurie Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As your therapist, I am here to create a warm, accepting space where you can feel heard and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisamarie Murdoch

Lisamarie Murdoch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I am committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and nonjudgmental care in a safe and welcoming environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erika Walton

Erika Walton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I've had the privilege of supporting individuals from childhood through older adulthood, with a strong focus on ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jaime Altman

Jaime Altman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am very laidback and am not the kind of therapist to ask, "And how does that make you feel?" I use real, everyday language along with humor...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Sisler

Jill Sisler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered to move toward meaningful growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amelia Mayadenu

Amelia Mayadenu

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy is best when it is a collaborative approach. I will be there to guide you with resources, tools, psychoeducation, and the most effective techniques to fit your needs.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Kerry McBroome

Dr. Kerry McBroome

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring puns, warmth, and a great deal of enthusiasm to my work. The environment is non-judgemental: swear, get messy, it's all welcome.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kaisey Braun

Kaisey Braun

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create that same safe and supportive space for my clients, knowing firsthand how transformative it can be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Traynham Feragen

Amy Traynham Feragen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. David Reetz

Dr. David Reetz

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“In our work together, I will not ask you to complete worksheets, talk about breathing or the importance of mindfulness.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alexis Jordan

Alexis Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help clients become aware of their internalized barriers and heal towards a more fulling narrative where individuals are able to reach their full potential while integrating a social justice framework.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Avinger

Stephanie Avinger

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I like a person-centered approach meaning you are in charge, we go at your speed and things should always be comfortable for you during therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Miller

Melissa Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize a collaborative, strengths-based perspective focused on partnership in order to help you reach your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tyler Leake

Tyler Leake

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that everyone has the power to rewrite their own story.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
RoShanda Jackson

RoShanda Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe it takes immense strength to say, "I need some help," and my goal is to ensure you never have to take those steps alone.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Susan Severson

Susan Severson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your concerns and what you are struggling with.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kenyatta Williams-Ross

Kenyatta Williams-Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I encourage you to be a force of change for yourself and create new opportunities to experience life with a deeper level of insight and self discovery.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashley Gutierrez

Ashley Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm an LCSW practicing in Indiana, Florida, South Carolina, New Mexico, Ohio, Alabama, Idaho, and Illinois. I specialize prenatal, childhood, and adolescent trauma, OCD, and ARFID. I currently see clients from infancy through adulthood. I'm available for telehealth services and offer virtual psychotherapy and play therapy sessions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bradley Burklow

Bradley Burklow

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a trusting, open environment of playful but focused curiosity where the client comes to know themselves more deeply and clarify their vision for the future.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laurie Wesselmann

Laurie Wesselmann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Red Bud, IL


“Using a person-centered approach to understand each person's unique needs, I am passionate about helping diverse individuals overcome difficulties, find enjoyment in life, and improve their mental health to become the best version of themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Falisa Byers

Falisa Byers

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing happens within a trusting relationship where clients feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin De La Torre

Benjamin De La Torre

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients using a humanistic solution focused approach incorporating mindfulness and exploring the clients' experiences and how they can re-write the story of their lives by their design.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jimmy Escobar

Jimmy Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Coming from a background in law enforcement, I tend to use police metaphors to help illustrate important points.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Olalekan Fapohunda

Dr. Olalekan Fapohunda

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mokena, IL


“My goal is to help you get back to your optimal mental health by bringing you back to a place where you can do your work, take care of things at home, or get along with other people without any difficulty.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Deborah Kelly

Deborah Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“The relationship we build in therapy matters to me. Feeling safe, respected, and genuinely heard is often what allows meaningful change to happen.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alan Deibel

Alan Deibel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“When I lost my mother at 13, I learned to survive by staying strong, keeping it together, and minimizing my own pain.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anna Deibel

Anna Deibel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal isn't to give you all the answers—it's to help you reconnect with your own wisdom so you can move through life with greater ease, resilience, and authenticity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carolyn Lewis

Carolyn Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I hope to guide clients down a path of empowerment, increased functioning in their daily life, and achievement towards their goals, whatever that looks like for them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaQuita McNickles

LaQuita McNickles

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide culturally responsive, affirming care for individuals of all identities and backgrounds, including BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlotte Manyitabot

Charlotte Manyitabot

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and dementia, using a supportive and empathetic approach to create a safe space for healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathryn MacDonald

Kathryn MacDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative and empathetic, guiding clients toward meaningful, long-term growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Idowu Oshokoya

Idowu Oshokoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Frankfort, IL


“He has encouraged holistic approaches to mental health by providing psychotherapy that includes educating clients on how to replace negative thoughts with realistic thoughts.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tamara Whittleton

Tamara Whittleton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to figure things out alone. I’m Tamara Whittleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. I focus on creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable talking openly while developing practical strategies for growth and healing

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Obafemi

Rachel Obafemi

Therapist

Virtual • Fox Lake, IL


“I specialize in supporting individuals navigating the heavy intersections of chronic medical conditions, grief, and significant trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hannah Schnucker

Hannah Schnucker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, collaborative, down-to-earth, and with a sprinkle of humor, so you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hayley Van Serke

Hayley Van Serke

Psychologist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


“I am especially passionate about the intersection of physical and mental health. If you have noticed that your stress and physical health are connected, I might be the person for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Victoria Matthews

Dr. Victoria Matthews

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


Hello,

I believe prioritizing Mental Health is key to healthy living. I am a board certified family and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 8 years of experience as a nurse practitioner. Admitting the need for help and taking the first step to finding help can be challenging. I commend you for that! My focus has been on teen's and adults struggling with anxiety and depression.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicole Maronde

Dr. Nicole Maronde

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with neurodivergent clients to harness their strengths in relationships, school, and the workplace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gilbert Allen

Gilbert Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Our company use CBT and DBT techniques to understand negative thought patterns blended with Mindfulness practices to help you identify your feelings and manage your emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Lees

Pamela Lees

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I am Pamela "Paige" Lees. I have been a licensed therapist for 30 years. I have worked with a wide variety of people and together tackled a multitude of life's problems. I have a master's degree in clinical psychology from the University of Illinois and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University. I enjoy working with individuals and I specialize family problems of all kinds.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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