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Grief counselors and therapists in Naperville, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Naperville, IL

Grieving a loved one is deeply personal, and Headway's Naperville therapists specialize in grief counseling using modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and meaning-making techniques. Access support for anticipatory grief, unresolved grief, or loss of a parent, partner, or sibling through flexible scheduling, often with copays as low as $0 with insurance.

Shelia Traylor

Shelia Traylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Joliet, IL


Hi there, I’m Shelia

Do you feel like the weight of the world is weighing you down? Life’s struggles are becoming unmanageable? Managing family, relationships and job is getting too hard?

I help clients find a healthy perception of themselves and strengthen their relationships. We can partner to identify what works and what doesn’t to create a new path that works better. I have experience with individual, family, and group modalities and will use an integrative approach based on your needs. This may include: client-centered, mindfulness, solution focused, and trauma-informed techniques.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Patrice M. Smith

Patrice M. Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Joliet, IL


“My approach to therapy is an eclectic mix of solution focused, behavioral, and emotionally focused therapy.”
Grief or loss, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Strick

Kelly Strick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Yorkville, IL


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist working since 2017 in community mental health and private practice. I have a masters degree specializing in couples and family therapy. I work to offer a space where clients can be seen and heard.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gina Tapella

Gina Tapella

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Orland Park, IL


“I believe that everyone's journey is unique, and I'm committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and concerns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Salas

David Salas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Joliet, IL


“I specialize in trauma-informed therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach that helps process difficult experiences that continue to impact emotional well-being, relationships, and the nervous system.”
Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maurissa Murakami

Maurissa Murakami

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Bloomingdale, IL


Hi, I'm Maurissa. Much of my background has involved work with people on the Autism spectrum and I found that they struggle with the same things that many people do, including grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, etc. My experience with people on the spectrum has helped me to provide an open perspective to work with those struggling with emotional regulation and different ways of thinking.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriela Rebollar

Gabriela Rebollar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Mokena, IL


“I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to be honest, challenged enough to grow, and supported enough to keep going.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katlyn HIndle

Katlyn HIndle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Schaumburg, IL


“I believe therapy is 80% you and the work you do outside of sessions, and 20% me in what we do during the session.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Connor

Amanda Connor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I believe in a person-centered approach. Together, we can explore life's obstacles without judgment, learn new ways to balance the inner self and create a more harmonious relationship with the world around us.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katy Bombard

Katy Bombard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Palos Heights, IL


“I work to create a warm and safe environment where individuals can be free to share without judgement.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Idayatu Ola Omoniyi

Idayatu Ola Omoniyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Tinley Park, IL


Ola Omoniyi became an Illinois Certified Nurse Practitioner in 2021. She received her undergraduate degree at Valparaiso University in Indiana and her master’s degree from the University of St. Francis in Joliet. She completed her clinical rotation in mental health at Will County Behavioral Health in Joliet. Ola worked at Rush University Medical Centre for 5 years in the behavioral health unit as a Registered Nurse and 5years at other behavioral health hospitals in Chicago.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brenda Flores

Brenda Flores

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • River Forest, IL


“I embody empathy and compassion as I strive to connect with clients by meeting them where they are emotionally.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brian Flores

Dr. Brian Flores

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I truly believe that with support and understanding, you have the ability and resilience to achieve your goals of wellness and health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mari Mortensen

Mari Mortensen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I help teens get to the root issues that cause them to feel overwhelmed or stuck in unhealthy behaviors.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Powers

Jill Powers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I approach your care with respect and dignity. We work together to find the best way to help your symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brittany Arrington

Brittany Arrington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Oak Lawn, IL


I have been practicing in the field of mental health for twelve years after receiving a Master of Social Work from University of Saint Francis. My hope is to help you navigate through the various stressors that are bringing you into therapy, in a warm, safe, confidential space. I want to help you understand what is maintaining your negative feelings and behaviors and find ways to work through them in a way that allows you to live your life to the fullest.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Aleks Kico

Aleks Kico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Inverness, IL


“Therapy, at its best, is not about blame or quick fixes, it's about clarity, responsibility, and learning how to move forward with strength and purpose.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diala Abughosh

Diala Abughosh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Tinley Park, IL


“My clinical home is trauma. Most of my clients are working through something that happened to them — or a long pattern of things — and looking for a way to stop carrying it the way they're carrying it.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sam Rustum

Sam Rustum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I will give you practical strategies that will help you manage your stress and feel more in control of your thoughts and emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Mascenic

Jessica Mascenic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Mount Prospect, IL


“Most of my work centers around mindfulness awareness and practices in addition to utilizing art as therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Williams

Crystal Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I'm a master's degreed licensed clinical professional provider with 25 + years of experience and training.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaDonna Miller

LaDonna Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • South Holland, IL


“I would describe my style as warm and supportive, and I am ready to help you tackle your struggle head-on.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Infertility
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Brian Pelletier

Brian Pelletier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I take a collaborative approach with each client whether you are processing your emotions through talk therapy or participating in exposure therapy...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Temkin

David Temkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Therapy is not about judgment or "fixing" you. We begin by recognizing your strengths and building from what is already working.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Daniel Stribling-Vergara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My approach is promotes the mind-body connection, empowering my clients to live an embodied and fulfilled life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Barrington, IL


“I believe everyone has the inner strength to grow and thrive. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Chung

Jessica Chung

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Chicago, IL


I am a board-certified registered art therapist and licensed clinical professional counselor. I have worked in non-profit organizations, providing counseling services to young children adolescents, and adults.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jermaine Anthony

Jermaine Anthony

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Frankfort, IL


“I strive to assist clients become their best self by engaging in solution-focused therapeutic interventions and conversations.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Logan Stohle

Dr. Logan Stohle

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I approach sessions with curiosity, about the contents of your life and also about what might be happening between us in the room.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sara Speier

Sara Speier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and major life transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Taletha Brown

Taletha Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Homewood, IL


“My style is compassionate, supportive, and goal-oriented, helping clients feel heard while working toward lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kanika Shirole

Kanika Shirole

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I also specialize in supporting clients who are working towards expanding their self-concept and exploring aspects and intersections of their ethnic, cultural, racial, sexual, and gender identities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ali Vernasco

Ali Vernasco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I have over 11 years experience in the field of Social Work, with a passion for helping my clients work through difficult life transitions, trauma, gender, and grief.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a space to explore ingrained habits in relationships, to build trust that allows you to feel your emotions and learn new healthy habits.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Cameron Stamm

Cameron Stamm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


Cameron works to empower clients as they move towards their goals of their healing journeys. She values care, and trust within the therapeutic process to create a safe space for clients to foster growth with intentionality. Cameron's support is backed by ove 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and parents, families.

Cameron specializes in integrating relational, play-based, somatic, narrative, feminist, and values based work. She is committed to inclusive, culturally responsive care and her collaborative approach centers mutuality, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Oluwakemi Udeogu

Dr. Oluwakemi Udeogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Elgin, IL


“Integrating faith-based approaches into her practice, Dr. Udeogu acknowledges the importance of spiritual health in the healing process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I think clients will develop their own voice, intrapersonally and with others; establish a place to emote; discover solutions to problems.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Amira Farrag

Dr. Amira Farrag

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I view therapy as a collaborative experience grounded in curiosity and authenticity. I tend to be a direct therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Claudio Altman

Dr. Claudio Altman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I strongly believe in establishing a relationship of equals and mutual respect between therapist and client; one that leads to a guided journey of self-discovery and change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hardik Kotak

Hardik Kotak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am a queer, immigrant, gender non-conforming therapist focusing on trauma, identity-struggles, neurodiversity and personality disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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