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Grief counselors and therapists in Downers Grove, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Downers Grove, IL

Navigate grief and loss with compassionate support in Downers Grove through evidence-based therapy. Headway connects you with 1,480 licensed providers trained in grief counseling, bereavement support, and coping with loss. Sessions available virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage.

Orren Reeves

Orren Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


College and early adulthood can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. I work with college students and young adults who are navigating academic pressure, shifting friendships, family expectations, dating, and big life decisions. You might look like you’re managing it all, but inside you feel anxious, unsure of yourself, or constantly comparing where you are to everyone else. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, identity questions, or just trying to figure out your next step, therapy can be a place to slow down and actually breathe.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Horberg

Benjamin Horberg

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I pride myself on learning the uniqueness of every individual it is a privilege to treat in my practice.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Men's issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Cruz

Michelle Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults of all ages and families. I am bilingual so I offer therapy in english and spanish.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Gordon

Andrew Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am sincere about providing my clients the space and compassion needed to feel understood and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katherine Hahn

Katherine Hahn

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I prioritize authenticity in therapy; I will show up open, honest, and ready to laugh at your dark humor.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sara Barrientos

Sara Barrientos

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe you already have the strength within you, sometimes it just needs support and space to come through.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jim Perabo

Jim Perabo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is steady, collaborative, and down-to-earth so you can create meaningful change that actually fits your life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Beth Hart

Beth Hart

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative process. I will meet you where you are and together we will establish and work to achieve your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gina Dunphy

Gina Dunphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With 35 years in the social work field, including work in schools and the past 6 years in private practice, I bring a calm, supportive presence to the people I work with.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arianna Poteres

Arianna Poteres

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Welcome! My name is Arianna. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have extensive experience supporting teens and adults navigating anxiety, eating disorders, neurodivergence, and life adjustments. I provide a calm, grounded space to help you navigate your current chapter with clarity and purpose. I believe in helping individuals come to terms with their current circumstances while also supporting your capacity to pursue meaningful change and personal transformation.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Madalyn Peyton

Madalyn Peyton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a Queer-identifying therapist with experience in both private practice and community mental health settings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With over 20 years of experience, I blend evidence-based approaches like CBT with a warm, collaborative style that helps you feel heard and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adelia Davis

Adelia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am passionate about helping clients give voice to their family narratives and shift patterns that no longer serve them, while building practical, evidence-based skills for lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Hines

Dr. Lisa Hines

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I have over 3 decades of experience working in the fields of mental health and social work. I work with youth, adults, and couples who are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, relationship issues, and school refusal.

I have spent my career learning and translating theories into practice with individuals, families, couples, and groups. For the last few years, I've gained deeper knowledge working with trauma, anxiety, couples, and the LGBTQIA+ population.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shawntrell Moore

Shawntrell Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to your needs. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused therapy, Existential therapy, Gestalt, Emotionally Focused therapy,...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marisa Chovan

Marisa Chovan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Emily Dabrowski

Emily Dabrowski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help you feel understood and supported as you embark on your journey toward healing and personal growth...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Rashid A. Raja

Dr. Rashid A. Raja

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I firmly believe that my pragmatic therapeutic style and clinically proven treatment approaches can be highly instrumental in helping you learn effective ways to resolve your emotional pain...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Shannon

Heather Shannon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use a combination of psychoeducation, mindfulness and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients make changes at the root level.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Yana Patrun

Yana Patrun

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help women move from overwhelm, self-doubt, and "holding it all together" to feeling grounded, confident, and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Moshe Brownstein

Moshe Brownstein

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I received my Master's in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago in 2014. My clinical values are deeply rooted in the ethos of social work, which is that to understand any person, you must understand the context of their life. This includes your family of origin, socioeconomic status, any discrimination you face, and your religious or spiritual belief system. All of these parts of your life will be essential to bring into the therapy space to understand best what ails you and where we might find remedies within you and your community.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Miller

Maria Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My work is grounded in a client-centered, integrative approach that honors each person's unique background, values, and goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Voigt

Paula Voigt

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, IL


“My approach centers on building a strong therapeutic relationship by creating a safe and non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Larry Wilkes

Larry Wilkes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I focus on treating the whole person — not just symptoms. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sam Shabsin

Sam Shabsin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring an energetic, warm, and direct approach to therapy. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel supported while also feeling empowered to grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Qianhui Zhang

Dr. Qianhui Zhang

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


I'm Dr. Qianhui Zhang, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a PhD in Counseling Psychology and over 15 years of experience working with young adults, students, and professionals. My practice has been primarily centered on international students, immigrant communities, and BIPOC professionals — people who are often navigating not just personal struggles, but the compounding weight of cultural transition, systemic stress, and identity in a world that wasn't always built with them in mind. I specialize in trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depression, intergenerational and complex trauma, attachment and intimacy difficulties, and the particular pressures that come with high-functioning burnout. I also work with eating disorders, grief and loss, relationship issues, identity development, and psychedelic preparation and integration. I offer individual psychotherapy, group therapy, psychological evaluation (including immigration evaluations), and consultation and training for therapists and other professionals. I conduct sessions in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, and see clients in person in Chicago as well as via telehealth across 43 PsyPact states.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Black-Bicknell

Heather Black-Bicknell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a warm, supportive style, and I'm especially passionate about helping parents of children with special needs...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jensen Crenshaw

Jensen Crenshaw

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I show up to that complexity with warmth, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person's unique emotional world.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I value a therapeutic relationship built on mutual trust, warmth, and respect, and I believe in educating you so you can take an active role in your mental health and relational well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tahari Allen

Tahari Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in a wide range of practice settings, supporting clients across the lifespan—from youth to older adults.

My desire is to see humanity thrive; past the stuck points and adversity. I am passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges and would be honored to support you on your journey.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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
Brandy Matthews

Brandy Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is direct, supportive, and solution-oriented. I don't believe in just talking without direction- together, we focus on building practical strategies that help you manage emotions, improve coping, and feel more in control of your...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Haas

Sarah Haas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With over 20 years of experience, my work centers on supporting and educating clients facing behavioral, emotional, and psychological challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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
Porchia Mitchell

Porchia Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe each person has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change when given the right support and tools.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, 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
Jodee Schwartz

Jodee Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a client-centered therapist, it is important for me to create the space you need so you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trisha Abbey

Trisha Abbey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Change is hard—but it is possible. Together, we will work at your pace to face obstacles, discover new perspectives, and move toward lasting growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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