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Grief counselors and therapists in Illinois

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Illinois

Coping with the loss of a loved one is deeply personal. Illinois residents can access grief counseling and therapy through Headway's network of 1,565 providers trained in bereavement support, offering sessions as soon as tomorrow with many insurances accepted and copays as low as $0.

Jade Enriquez

Jade Enriquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My goal is to help you find treatments that work so you can see real improvement in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hardik Kotak

Hardik Kotak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Slocum

Michelle Slocum

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in grief, generational trauma, depression, and anxiety—and I am passionate about helping clients break cycles they may have carried for years.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica McDaniel

Jessica McDaniel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer a mature, steady presence—one that balances warmth with skill—to guide clients toward growth, resilience, and meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lucy Scott

Lucy Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on creating and warm and reflective atmosphere for self exploration and prioritize the development of self compassion.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 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 8 insurance carriers
Olubusola Olatunji

Olubusola Olatunji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My passion for holistic wellness drives my practice, and I'm deeply committed to supporting your complete mental and emotional well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jataun Rollins

Jataun Rollins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am culturally centered respecting the lived experiences of people and operate as if anyone I encounter has experienced trauma.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Thomas Ivey

Thomas Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Drawing from my own journey of personal growth, I'll help you develop mental resilience, enhance emotional regulation, and find calm amidst life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Tintner

Stephanie Tintner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I pride myself on my ability to make my clients feel understood and heard while helping them navigate the challenges life throws at us.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Eunice Buckner Boone

Eunice Buckner Boone

Therapist

Virtual • Urbana, IL


“My approach is natural and organic... much of my therapy is experience plus knowledge becoming wisdom...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Holden

Tiffany Holden

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Tiffany offers a compassionate and client-centered approach to treat a range mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational issues.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jacob Bobrow

Jacob Bobrow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lincolnwood, IL


“I believe healing is about aligning mind, body, and daily life with the future you deserve and the goals you seek to achieve.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Shantrell Sutton-McKenzie

Dr. Shantrell Sutton-McKenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


True wellness is a commitment to your best self. But what do you do if you don’t know what that looks like? When is the last time you had the space to reflect on your life and goals? Do you find yourself unbalanced due to life’s changes and in need of a reset? Meet with me! Let’s develop a plan for you to see yourself clearly. I utilize client-centered approaches with science-supported interventions. I won’t leave your wellness up to chance, let’s work together to make a change.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Antonette Cohan

Antonette Cohan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help them move forward with grounded, practical therapy that blends structure, honesty, and coaching-style clarity so they can rebuild with confidence and purpose.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Smith

Jamie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe the relationship we build is central to the healing process, and I show up as a real person in the room with you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Dr. Fidelia Ileka

Dr. Fidelia Ileka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I care deeply about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel comfortable being yourself. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, and stress. I believe that every person’s story matters, and your care should reflect your unique needs and goals.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cedric Bussie

Cedric Bussie

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help people understand how their thoughts shape their feelings and actions and together we work on shifting those patterns to build healthier habits.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Avi Levin

Avi Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“It's within the potential space of the therapeutic experience that we can grow beyond our prior limitations.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joshua Magariel

Joshua Magariel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and supportive, and I work with concerns like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and feeling stuck during hard seasons.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
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 11 insurance carriers
Douglas DeRhodes

Douglas DeRhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Western Springs, IL


“I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, wisdom and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michael Walters

Michael Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bloomingdale, IL


“My goal as your therapist is to help you through situations and seasons of life that cause you distress by helping you to reframe your thoughts and see your life in a way that is more balanced.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Francois Jolie

Francois Jolie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I help those who have not been successful with therapy in the past... those who have experienced trauma, those who self-medicate their trauma...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Olukemi Ajayi

Olukemi Ajayi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Olympia Fields, IL


“I emphasize working alongside the patient to provide support and therapy in my practice. I also promote patient-centered care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laura Thomas-Marlow

Laura Thomas-Marlow

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a therapist, I am passionate about using evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and EMDR...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiera McGary

Tiera McGary

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focus is guiding you to develop a deeper understanding of self in order to improve relationships, identify patterns, adjust to life's transitions, and address trauma from an empowered position.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Petrino

Alexandra Petrino

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in a compassionate and collaborative approach to your care and will assist you in utilizing your strengths and experiences in the therapeutic process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle McQuay

Danielle McQuay

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a person-centered, collaborative, and compassionate approach to therapy, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 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
Kyla Donovan

Kyla Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in taking a holistic mind/body/spirit approach when it comes to treating mental health and focus on creating greater harmony between these aspects of an individual's life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lynnsey Cline

Lynnsey Cline

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have developed great skill in balancing a caring therapeutic rapport with direct communication and challenging feedback.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Schmidt

Gary Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and I'm here to support you on your journey back to the "Self" - That calm, clear, confident center that's always been there.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aloha LeBlanc

Aloha LeBlanc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to maintain a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my patients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 6 insurance carriers
Caroline Shodunola

Caroline Shodunola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“A client can expect their first session to be thorough in understanding their story and listening to create a personalized plan for healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Dimovski-Jackson

Dr. Elizabeth Dimovski-Jackson

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe my role is to serve as a facilitator to assist you in healing and realizing your true potential by developing the skill set to walk a uniquely determined path toward self-actualization.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daryl Flink

Daryl Flink

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I empower my clients to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. The goal of our work together is to unlock the best version of your authentic self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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