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Grief counselors and therapists in Springfield, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Springfield, IL

Springfield residents can access grief therapy through Headway's network of 1,480 providers who specialize in bereavement support and trauma-informed care. Sessions address isolation, preoccupation with the deceased, and separation distress using personalized, evidence-based treatment approaches.

Sergio Ayala

Sergio Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Life can feel like a lot sometimes, whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, addiction, or the emotional weight of caring for a loved one. Maybe things feel tangled, or you're used to being the strong one for everyone else. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. I want to understand your story, what’s been heavy lately, and what you’re hoping will feel different. Together, we can begin to make sense of it all and help you feel more steady, supported, and like yourself again.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Benjamin Wrase

Benjamin Wrase

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that each of us has the ability to rise above our challenges and live the life we want to live.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tessa Derecho

Tessa Derecho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“She believes healing doesn't always have to be heavy, and that laughter can be part of the therapeutic journey too.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sally Kapela

Sally Kapela

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a compassionate therapist who is an empathic listener that will hear you and challenge you and/or your partner to be the best person/couple you want to be.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeanette Kuhns

Jeanette Kuhns

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With a compassionate and gentle approach, I help you discover and develop a healthier relationship with internal parts of yourself...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oghenero Olomukoro

Oghenero Olomukoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Belleville, IL


“My approach to providing care as a psychiatric nurse practitioner is grounded in holistic, patient-centered, and evidence-based practices.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Quirini

Jessica Quirini

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“She brings authenticity, validation and acceptance to each session, fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust and mutual respect.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karis Meyer

Karis Meyer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Okawville, IL


“My early work as a nurse in a rehabilitation hospital showed me how profoundly relationships impact our ability to heal and grow.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ethel Gugenheim

Ethel Gugenheim

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been working in the mental health field 6+years. I have experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages, navigating trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, and complex life transitions. My background includes clinical, school-based, and higher-level care settings, which allows me to understand how emotional challenges show up across different environments and stages of life.

I specialize in trauma-informed care and work with clients who feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from themselves or others. My training includes CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and I have completed specialized training working with betrayal Trauma and sex addiction through IITAP. I am especially experienced in supporting clients who have complex cases and/ or deep rooted negative beliefs helping them to build stability, insight, and resilience in a way that feels sustainable and empowering.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Alisha Dusty

Alisha Dusty

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about working with adults who feel like their past is negatively affecting their present.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tajmar Carter

Tajmar Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a Black woman and therapist, I understand the impact that identity, relationships, and systemic experiences can have on mental health...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tammi Walker

Tammi Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wheaton, IL


“I work with my clients by using a warm and authentic approach. I like to focus on empowering my clients and tapping into their strengths.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennis Stopka

Jennis Stopka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is to be a guiding light, supportive anchor, and a non-judgemental and encouraging presence.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Kari Weiterschan

Dr. Kari Weiterschan

Psychologist

Virtual • Palatine, IL


“I strive to understand my clients lived experiences from an empathic and non-judgemental perspective.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Marx

Matthew Marx

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is open and collaborative. Change comes a relationship underpinned by trust, empathy, and for the client to feel comfortable to fully explore issues and experiment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Giselle Navarro

Giselle Navarro

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I recognize the impact of trauma on individuals and create a safe, supportive environment where you can openly share your experiences without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Hildred Amegashie

Hildred Amegashie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plainfield, IL


“My approach to providing care is compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic. I believe in treating each client as a whole person...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karla Ragsdale

Karla Ragsdale

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a supportive and compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward meaningful healing, growth, and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Imanii Uwakwe

Imanii Uwakwe

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My role is to walk alongside you as you uncover and rediscover those pieces of yourself that you never knew were there or that you were scared to tap into.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachel Amodu

Dr. Rachel Amodu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Everybody's journey is unique, that's why we create personalized treatment plan tailored just for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gabriela Rebollar

Gabriela Rebollar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Katherine Cooper

Katherine Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is practical, collaborative, and grounded in helping you understand both your thoughts and your nervous system.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Matthew Meier

Matthew Meier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Growth won't always be comfortable, but I strive to make the therapeutic relationship genuine and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Faith Stanford

Faith Stanford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and tailored to each person's needs so that therapy feels meaningful and effective.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenelle Thomas

Jenelle Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Jenelle believes the client is the master of his/her life. However, when there is a gap in the client's level of happiness, it is time for change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sara Speier

Sara Speier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Monday Ogbeibor

Monday Ogbeibor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“Current clients describe me as a great listener, and I love to give ample time to truly hear what you've been feeling so we can come up with the right plan of action.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelly Ambrose

Kelly Ambrose

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read about my professional background.

I graduated with my bachelor's in social work in 2013 from MacMurray College in Jacksonville IL.

I furthered my education at the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign School of Social Work and graduated with my Masters in SW in 2017.

I have gained 13 years of experience with the majority of those years spent in psychiatric facilities for children and adults.

I specialize in motivational interviewing, DBT, CBT, and a multitude of other treatment styles.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Doris Nwoko

Doris Nwoko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I truly care about getting to know you and what matters most to you. I start every session by listening closely—because understanding your story, your values, and the challenges you're facing is the first step in finding the right support together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Akisha Russell

Akisha Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring warmth, understanding, and a deep commitment to helping clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jorge Bonilla

Jorge Bonilla

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a solution-focused therapist who believes that connection and communication are essential for lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Howard

Lauren Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Northbrook, IL


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I take a grounded, practical approach—helping clients learn to ride life's waves instead of fighting against them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Guadalupe Rosas-Rico

Guadalupe Rosas-Rico

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe true healing stems comes from a holistic approach that nurtures your mind, body and spirit while using evidence-based therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Diana Thomas

Dr. Diana Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring a warm, open-minded approach to working with people of all ages and backgrounds who are facing challenges like anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or anything affecting their well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ethan Stark

Ethan Stark

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a doctor of clinical psychology and a trans man, I bring passion and lived experience to my work with clients facing struggles navigating a world not designed for them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcus Murphy

Marcus Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My core values—adaptability, open-mindedness, and honesty—guide how I connect with others and respond to challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Nadia Bhatti

Nadia Bhatti

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a South-Asian therapist, I understand the cultural nuances and stigma surrounding mental health in our communities.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
John Hallinan

John Hallinan

Therapist

Virtual • Evergreen Park, IL


“By recognizing how past experiences influence present circumstances, we can work together to build meaningful strategies for healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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