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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Chicago, IL

Navigating grief and loss in Chicago is deeply personal, and Headway connects you with 1,481 licensed providers who specialize in grief counseling, bereavement support, and trauma recovery. Whether you're coping with the loss of a loved one, processing anticipatory grief, or working through complicated grief, our therapists use evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and CBT to help you find meaning and move forward.

Ember Casey

Ember Casey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashley Wilkinson

Ashley Wilkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe place to land, where you feel understood, supported, and not alone.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Ozell Adams

Dr. Ozell Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mercedes Frierson

Mercedes Frierson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe healing often begins with something simple but powerful: an invitation to have a conversation.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Rhoads

Brandi Rhoads

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Healthcare is more than treating acute and chronic conditions. We will treat the whole person—mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Patricia Gomez

Patricia Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois with over 8 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. I began my career as an Early Childhood Teacher which sparked my passion for helping others and transitioned to social work. I believe prioritizing mental health is essential to overall stability and well-being. I have experience working with children, adolescents adults and older adults who are managing PTSD, grief depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gifty Danso

Gifty Danso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to take control of their mental wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tanya McLeod

Tanya McLeod

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Whatever your reason for reaching out, you should know that you do not have to face this journey alone.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Annorah Moorman

Dr. Annorah Moorman

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My practice focuses on helping individuals understand how current crises/struggles are connected to existing emotional & behavioral patterns.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Calvin Young

Dr. Calvin Young

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use an eclectic approach that provides patients with e-therapy care that is collaborative and integrative-scaffolded by the best ideas and concepts from nutritional psychology and neuropsychological research.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Margeret Kiggundu

Margeret Kiggundu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, providing whole-person care that recognizes the connection between mental, emotional, and physical health. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and Women's Health, and I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered. Outside of my practice, I enjoy traveling, event decorating, and spending quality time with my family. I believe maintaining balance and personal fulfillment is an important part of overall well-being, and I bring that same perspective into the care I provide.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andreana Basso

Andreana Basso

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Her client-centered and strengths-based approach integrates a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to create a tailored treatment experience for each individual.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. David Raczynski

Dr. David Raczynski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“In every session, you will be met with kindness, unconditional positive regard, and an occasional dose of humor.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Lium

Nicole Lium

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Through a holistic, mind-body approach, I help you gently explore not only what's happening in your thoughts, but also how your body is holding and expressing those experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Leah Young

Leah Young

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have nearly 2 decades of experience with people who struggle with substance use or addictive behaviors and I have 10 years of experience working with people with disordered eating behaviors.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Brooks

Mary Brooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Carlinville, IL


My nursing career began in 2010 when I first became a Registered Nurse. In 2017 I graduated from Maryville University in St. Louis, MO with my master’s degree in nursing and became a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) licensed in Illinois. I have been blessed to work in many facets of healthcare since and has also become a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). With a strong foundation in both primary care and mental health, my approach aligns overall wellness and hormone optimization with physical, mental, and lifestyle well-being.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nancy Duarte

Dr. Nancy Duarte

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I give clients a challenge to be transformed as they consider how reshaping their way of thinking about life and events can help them make healthier choices and live life to the fullest.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jillian Furey

Jillian Furey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, people living with chronic stress or anxiety, and those healing from violence or other forms of interpersonal trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Felix Acuna Olivos

Felix Acuna Olivos

Therapist

Virtual • Evanston, IL


“I provide a space where we can address persistent patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior, trauma symptoms, uncertainty regarding self-blame and accountability...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
April FItzharris

April FItzharris

Therapist

Virtual • Naperville, IL


“Our first session is a "get to know you" session where we can explore your story and begin to process the reason you are seeking therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kalie Shekoni

Kalie Shekoni

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the body holds knowledge, wisdom, and information that we can become more attuned through in the process of therapuetic work together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Musediq Ismail

Musediq Ismail

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative and patient-centered. I strive to meet people where they are, guide them with evidence-based interventions, and empower them to take an active role in their mental wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Beverly Maier

Beverly Maier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use different approaches which we will explore together what works for you. We may do breathing exercise, explore letting go, self-care or move to a new chapter depending what your goals are.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tianna Hammond

Tianna Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a Black Female Therapist, I understand how important it is to feel truly seen and understood in therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Pfeifer

Megan Pfeifer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, future client! I believe everyone wants to feel happy, healthy, and fulfilled—but sometimes life gets in the way. I'm here to help you recognize your strengths, work through challenges, and move toward the changes you want. I'm easy to talk to and aim to make therapy feel like that honest conversation you’ve been needing—supportive, real, and refreshing. Sessions are always tailored to your goals in a warm, welcoming space.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jane Gantner

Jane Gantner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I want my clients to know that I'm honest, compassionate, and practical. My style is straightforward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelly Gunderson

Kelly Gunderson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Known for a warm and thoughtful approach, I will provide a welcoming space where clients will feel supported and engaged in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emmanuel Annang

Emmanuel Annang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, supportive, and holistic, creating a safe and judgment-free space where clients feel heard and involved in their care.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessica Gentry

Jessica Gentry

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I think my clients would describe me as genuine and warm... real healing often takes place in real relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renee Keller

Renee Keller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, direct, and active. I work best with clients who are ready to look beneath the surface, explore their inner world, and make meaningful changes...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Briton Holmberg

Briton Holmberg

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I use a strengths based approach to help you build on existing strengths, while also helping you build skills to manage barriers and symptoms that get in the way of you thriving.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Maggie Adrian

Maggie Adrian

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I approach therapy in a collaborative and compassionate way, creating a safe space where clients can feel supported as they explore their inner world. I believe that each client is the expert of their own life, and my role is to guide, support, and provide tools to help you connect with your strengths and insights. My work is trauma-informed and integrates a variety of techniques, including internal family systems, somatic methods, inner child work, strengths-based narratives, CBT, experiential approaches, and clinical hypnosis.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Vizuete

John Vizuete

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I believe in creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Barbara Laidlaw

Barbara Laidlaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, IL


“I'm a trauma-informed therapist with 13 years of experience, including 11 years supporting prison and parole populations as they rebuild safety, stability, and self-trust.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stacy Branda

Stacy Branda

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm and collaborative, using trauma-informed care, mindfulness, parts work, and practical strategies tailored to your needs.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Warren Bowles

Warren Bowles

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“It's my job to come up with a game plan that works so you can reach your personal goals, it's not your job to get on board with my game plan.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beverly Smith

Beverly Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard, valued, and supported in your journey toward healing.”
Grief or loss, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julie Josler

Julie Josler

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I have been a therapist for 30 years, and I love it. I love talking with people, getting to know people & helping them uncover their strengths, to help define a path forward. I have been lucky enough to work with so many different people, from different back grounds, in multiple settings. I am here to hold space for you, to provide a safe, non-judgmental place in your life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brittany Sims

Brittany Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with individuals who may continue to feel gripped by grief, trapped by trauma, or down with depression.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carla Thomas

Carla Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative, based on years of nursing experience and using evidence based tools to learn about you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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