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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Arlington Heights, IL

Navigating grief and loss in Arlington Heights doesn't have to be done alone. Headway connects you with 1,759 licensed providers trained in evidence-based grief counseling, bereavement support, and trauma-informed care. Whether you're coping with the loss of a loved one or processing anticipatory grief, our therapists offer flexible virtual and in-person sessions to help you find meaning and healing.

Chartiece Walker

Chartiece Walker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My goal from our very first conversation is to make sure you feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Crystal Williams

Crystal Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Jean Hendrix

Jean Hendrix

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“Let's identify negative thoughts and feelings that lead to anxiety and depression and replace them with positive self-talk.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eduardo Castillo

Eduardo Castillo

Therapist

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


“He takes a flexible, individualized approach, tailoring therapy to fit the client rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all method.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Nemeth

Heather Nemeth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Western Springs, IL


“Ms. Heather Nemeth is committed to helping others become healthier versions of themselves. She achieves this by helping you change perceptions, challenge thoughts, and find the power to effectively communicate your needs.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saadiq Bey

Saadiq Bey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Clients often tell me that they feel seen, heard, and respected in our work together, and that's exactly my goal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hildred Amegashie

Hildred Amegashie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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 13 insurance carriers
Idayatu Ola Omoniyi

Idayatu Ola Omoniyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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 13 insurance carriers
Diala Abughosh

Diala Abughosh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Frankfort, IL


Dr. Idowu Oshokoya DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Chicago, IL. He works with adolescents, adults, and older adults, and provides care for patients who are battling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolars, and other mental disorders. Idowu studied at Walden University, He has extensive training and 10 years of experience with behavioral health.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nancy Nelson

Nancy Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Channahon, IL


“I believe therapy is not about fixing you--it's about helping you discover the strength, insight, and resilience that already exist within you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marco Vang

Marco Vang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockford, IL


“My mission is to walk alongside you, offering support and tools so that you can flourish whether you are a parent, spouse, student, or young adult.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Trujillo

Mary Trujillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockford, IL


“I'm passionate about creating a space where you can be honest about what you're experiencing without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Garland

Jennifer Garland

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy should feel like a safe space where you are met with warmth, honesty, and respect.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Paige Fleeman

Paige Fleeman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe that every person has unique strengths...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anabelle Doulas

Anabelle Doulas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan, I believe that therapy is your space, shaped by what you need right now.

With 13+ years of experience in community mental health, residential treatment, and inpatient psychiatry, I provide therapy and parent coaching to:

  • Children (5 years and older) & Families
  • Young Adults & Adults
  • Parents & Caregivers

I work alongside individuals navigating hard moments—especially those who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or powerless. Often, the people I work with are themselves experiencing or have a loved one impacted by:

  • major life stress or conflict at home or school/work
  • trauma
  • grief and loss
  • depression
  • anxiety
  • psychosis
  • mania
  • substance use

You are the expert on your own life and your own healing. My role is to meet you where you are and walk with you on your path, sometimes guiding, sometimes following, but mostly walking side-by-side.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Brown

Jonathan Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Olympia Fields, IL


Hello, I am Jonathan. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. I am committed to creating therapeutic spaces for others to be able to trust and receive a positive experience out of therapy. I am from Chicago and love all sports teams. I love giving back to my community and also spending time doing things in life that matter the most. I am a three time graduate of the University of Illinois (Go Illini). I am a believer that WE will get through any challenges that you have by supporting you through during your journey and counseling for you to live life to the fullest capacity beyond your counseling journey.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Eric Forster

Eric Forster

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My goal is to provide a thoughtful, supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring what's beneath the surface while developing greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and confidence moving forward.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ganime Nazif

Ganime Nazif

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


If you're struggling with addiction, carrying the weight of complex trauma, or trying to cope while managing a chronic health condition, I want you to know there's a way forward — and you don't have to walk it alone. I'm a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor (CADC) with over 16 years of experience across private practice, residential substance abuse treatment, medical social work, and the non-profit world. I've sat with people in their hardest, most overwhelming moments, and I bring that same steady, non-judgmental presence to every session.

Much of my work centers on substance use and recovery, complex trauma, and the emotional toll of chronic medical conditions. Whether you're in the thick of a crisis or finally ready to address something you've carried for years, I'll meet you exactly where you are — with compassion, real tools, and zero judgment.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Wendy Schultz

Wendy Schultz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Focusing on integration, skills training, and a strengths-based approach toward healthy living, I provide therapeutic support and creative processes to promote overall health and wellbeing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jasmine Turner

Jasmine Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help you develop emotional awareness, build distress tolerance, strengthen resilience, and learn practical coping strategies that support long-term well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erin Schneider

Erin Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With more than 20 years of experience, I specialize in helping people break the dysfunctional communication and relationship patterns that keep them stuck.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Lopez

Heather Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m Heather Lopez, LCSW. I help women, moms, and BIPOC professionals who are navigating anxiety, life changes, burnout, and the mental load of holding everything together. You might be the one everyone counts on—but lately, you’re wondering who’s checking on you.

Whether you’re adjusting to motherhood, working through family stress, or just trying to feel like yourself again, therapy can be a space to slow down and breathe. I work virtually with clients across Illinois. My style is warm, clinical, supportive, and down-to-earth (with the occasional well-placed joke). We'll explore your patterns, set real goals, and focus on healing in a way that actually feels useful in your daily life. I accept insurance and offer weekday sessions. If you're looking for a therapist who gets it and creates a judgment-free zone, let’s talk.

In addition to individual therapy, I offer a weekly 1-hour support group for moms experiencing overwhelm, anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and difficulty adjusting to the demands of motherhood.

This group focuses on emotional regulation, stress management, and reducing feelings of isolation through supportive, structured group processing.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Sisler

Jill Sisler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, open-minded, and empowering, and I believe therapy should be a place where you feel understood while also making meaningful progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Latina McMillan

Latina McMillan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution focused, creating a supportive environment where clients can gain insight while developing practical tools for lasting growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Scott Herman

Scott Herman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello,

Feeling unmotivated, anxious, and depressed? Having trouble getting out of bed? Feel like your anxiety is dragging you down? Having trouble getting through school? You have come to the right place. I love to meet my clients where they are at in their most desperate moments. We all need a good "pick me up" from time-to-time and speaking to a therapist is always a great first step. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy. I have experience working with children and all the way up to geriatric population. I am a Chicago-Based Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am bi-lingual in English/Spanish. Let's begin your journey!

I graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in Social Work at Northeastern Illinois University in 2013 and my Master's in Social Work at Aurora University in 2014.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christina Miksis

Christina Miksis

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I want therapy to be a place where you feel comfortable being honest about what's going on while also gaining a clearer understanding of what may be keeping you stuck.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kionie Abraham

Kionie Abraham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a whole-person, trauma-informed approach that recognizes the connection between physical health, mental well-being, and life experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katherine Saunders

Katherine Saunders

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Quincy, IL


“I believe the client-therapist relationship is a sacred trust and I feel honored when a client entrusts me with their story.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Oluwatoyosi Dasilva

Oluwatoyosi Dasilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of experience in mental health care, supporting individuals across inpatient and outpatient settings. Through my work, I have cared for clients with a wide range of needs, including chronic and severe mental health conditions, and I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate symptoms while trying to maintain daily life.

My care philosophy is centered on partnership. Treatment is not about taking over your care, but about working with you to explore your symptoms, goals, and values. Together, we develop a treatment plan that feels respectful, personalized, and empowering. If you have concerns or hesitations about medication, we will discuss all available options openly and thoughtfully, moving at a pace that feels right for you.

I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, and other mood and thought-related conditions. During the initial session, we focus on understanding your concerns, reviewing your history, and identifying practical steps toward improvement. Care may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management when appropriate, brief psychotherapy, education, and ongoing support.

I believe mental health care should feel supportive, clear, and collaborative—not rushed or overwhelming.

You do not have to face these challenges alone. My role is to help you reduce symptoms, strengthen coping skills, and regain balance so you can function at your best and move forward with confidence and stability.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Catherine Strunge

Catherine Strunge

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am relaxed, open-minded, and genuinely nonjudgmental, and I'll create a space where you can just be honest.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sophie Murphy

Sophie Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a woman of trans experience, I am deeply committed to offering an affirming, inclusive space where all identities, relationships, and ways of being are welcome.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kristin Elatkin

Kristin Elatkin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rolling Meadows, IL


“I take a holistic approach to mental health, understanding that psychological, emotional, and physical well-being are interconnected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ali Smith

Ali Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I earned a bachelor’s degree in Social Work at Colorado State University and a degree in Masters in Social Work from Metropolitan State University Denver and hold my License Clinical Social Work. I have 5+ years experience working as a school social worker. I specialize in working with children and families of all different backgrounds. Through my work, I has helped clients communicate and regulate emotions more effectively. I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel empowered and heard. Therapy continues until clients feels ready and equipped to move forward independently.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jim Perabo

Jim Perabo

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


If you're functioning on the outside but privately exhausted, stuck, or carrying more than you've let on, you're in the right place. I work with adults, many in the LGBTQIA+ community, navigating trauma, grief, relationship strain, and major life transitions. A lot of my clients come in saying, "I know what my patterns are. I just can't seem to change them." That's exactly where we start. Together, we'll get underneath what's keeping you stuck and build a path forward that actually fits your life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelley Eisenberg

Dr. Shelley Eisenberg

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a supportive, collaborative, space where clients can learn to navigate life's challenges with compassion and care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Julie Zimmerman

Julie Zimmerman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My ability to use humor, immediately set one at ease, quickly discern "with" the client their growth areas, and help to construct appropriate measures for real steps and solutions is invaluable to raising one's self-esteem in the first session and...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Paula Voigt

Paula Voigt

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“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 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 7 insurance carriers
Ana Sikula

Ana Sikula

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


If you're an adult navigating anxiety, depression, or relationship stress — and maybe feeling like

no one quite understands where you're coming from — you're in the right place. I've been

practicing for 15 years across community and clinical settings, working with adults and older

adults on mood, relationships, and the weight of everyday life. I'm bilingual in English and

Spanish, and having lived abroad myself, I genuinely enjoy working with people from a wide

range of cultural backgrounds. You don't have to explain your world to me — I'm here to

understand it.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists located within 20 miles of Arlington Heights, IL who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Arlington Heights, IL
There are over 81 therapists in Arlington Heights, IL accepting new patients.
81+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 90%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 95%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 84%Cigna
  • 73%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 5%Polish
  • 4%French
  • 4%German
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 33%Man
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 26%Child or adolescent therapy

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