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Grief counselors and therapists in Crystal Lake, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Crystal Lake, IL

Grief and loss can feel overwhelming, and finding support matters. Headway connects Crystal Lake residents with 1,682 licensed therapists trained in grief counseling and evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Complicated Grief Treatment to help you process bereavement and find meaning.

Spencer Pfeil

Spencer Pfeil

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Crystal Lake, IL


“We'll identify the "stuck" thought patterns and core beliefs that fuel depression and addiction and replace them with a more accurate, empowering narrative.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Reanna Yarveicy

Reanna Yarveicy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Lake in the Hills, IL


“I create a fun, calm environment that is suited to encourage exploration and learning. My approach is warm, yet challenging at times.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Debra Baran

Debra Baran

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away • Crystal Lake, IL


“I am very passionate about educating my clients about stress management skills, mindfulness, and the food-mood connection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Kathryn Scarmardo

Kathryn Scarmardo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Crystal Lake, IL


“First responders, military, and their families are also a population that I have passion for working with in therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Torrey Dunk

Torrey Dunk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Algonquin, IL


“My approach is thoughtful, steady, and grounded in creating a safe, calm environment where clients feel respected and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenna McLaughlin

Jenna McLaughlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Algonquin, IL


“I specialize in evidence-based counseling approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Katherine Booras

Katherine Booras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Libertyville, IL


“My role as a therapist is to provide a comfortable, safe, and confidential place for us to meet, to bring the best of my education and training, and to listen to you with an open mind and open heart.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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Janice Rachelle Barmann

Janice Rachelle Barmann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Woodstock, IL


“I believe healing comes from within each individual. While sometimes challenging, our healing journey can lead us to freedom and fullness in our lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrea Perez

Andrea Perez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Barrington, IL


“It is my greatest intention to personalize every therapeutic journey specifically for each individual.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shelley Johnson

Shelley Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Ringwood, IL


“I believe that mental wellness is a journey; and if one is willing to put in the effort, anything can be achieved.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Dr. Shelly Scamardo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 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 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Oluwakemi Udeogu

Dr. Oluwakemi Udeogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 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

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Bill Muhr

Bill Muhr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Barrington, IL


“My approach combines thoughtful conversation with EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and other body-based approaches to therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lauren Campbell

Lauren Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Elgin, IL


“I'm a therapist dedicated to creating a comfortable, down-to-earth environment where clients can feel at ease.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Aleks Kico

Aleks Kico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 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 7 insurance carriers
Mary Oneafolu

Mary Oneafolu

Therapist

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


“I work with the whole client, body, mind, and spirit, to facilitate change and achieve emotional balance and well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dane Snyder

Dane Snyder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“I help people who have been impacted by addiction overcome the traumas they experienced growing up in an uncertain, distrustful, and chaotic home environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Carolyn Parker

Carolyn Parker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Grove, IL


“I am an intuitive Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in Lake County, IL who believes that our body and mind work together for our good.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Pattie Hartgraves

Pattie Hartgraves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Grove, IL


Welcome — I'm so glad you're here! With 23 years of experience as a school social worker, I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families navigate life's challenges and build the skills needed to thrive at home, school and in their communities. I work with children and teens ages 3-17, as well as parents and caregivers who are seeking support, guidance, and practical strategies to strengthen family relationships and improve daily functioning.

I specialize in working with neurodivergent children and adolescents, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), social-communication challenges, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, and behavioral challenges. My approach is strength-based, collaborative and tailored to each child's unique needs.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Marchant-Silva

Monica Marchant-Silva

Therapist

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


“I aim to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental therapeutic space and aim to meet you where you are at.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Aderonke Oshibajo

Dr. Aderonke Oshibajo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Rolling Mdws, IL


“I am deeply committed to a holistic care philosophy that acknowledges and respects the intricate tapestry of physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects that make you unique.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Adam Krieger

Adam Krieger

Therapist

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


“I use empathy, grounded presence, and a touch of humor to help clients navigate depression, trauma, grief, infidelity, life transitions, relationship challenges, sexual compulsion, family conflict, and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Edythe Kleinman

Edythe Kleinman

Therapist

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


“I sometimes will use an eclectic approach to a situation. Many times I will use a cognitive approach.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Matthew Marder

Matthew Marder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Vernon Hills, IL


“I provide behavioral therapy to improve and maintain your emotional well-being through a trusting relationship where you will be heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Armanetti

Stephanie Armanetti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Arlington Heights, IL


“I develop my treatment plan with my clients. I want them to become active participants in their own healinhg.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 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 10 insurance carriers
Brett Sisler

Brett Sisler

Therapist

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


“I know firsthand what it's like to struggle with anxiety and depression, and I believe there is always hope and a path forward.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gina Basiliere

Gina Basiliere

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Gurnee, IL


“I approach therapy like a warm comfortable blanket. I listen to what you feel is important to you, then help you process your experience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Mascenic

Jessica Mascenic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 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 12 insurance carriers

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Donna Newbold

Donna Newbold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who offers a safe and inclusive space to process what is holding you back from your best life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jerry Blecha

Jerry Blecha

Therapist

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


“I have worked extensively with alcoholics and adult children of alcoholics and run groups for the adult children of alcoholic population.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Mihaela Vladu

Mihaela Vladu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


Thank you for taking the first step in sharing your story—your Mental Health Matters, and you deserve to be heard, supported, and understood.

Welcome to Integrated Family Behavioral Health & Counseling PLLC! I'm Mihaela Vladu, PMHNP-BC, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16+ years of experience in healthcare, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting mental wellness and regain control of their lives.

I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care in a safe and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My approach focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—while working collaboratively with you to reach your goals.

I specialize in working with a diverse range of individuals, including younger/older adults, children aged 6 and up, women dealing specifically with trauma and abuse, and veterans, as well as active-duty personnel experiencing PTSD. As a certified ADHD specialist, I provide targeted, evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve focus and daily functioning. I also have extensive experience treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, panic disorder, OCD, and other complex mental health conditions.

Areas of Expertise:

• Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety​/​psychotic disorders)

• MAT: Buprenorphine​/​Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning

• Alcohol​/​Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (court order MAT program, inpatient, outpatient, and halfway houses)

• Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis

• Residential​/​PHP​/​IOP programmed care & step-down planning

• Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Hammond

Dr. Karen Hammond

Therapist

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


“My approach integrates evidence-based therapies such as EMDR with experiential Gestalt, Body based Somatic, and/or non-verbal modalities like Sandtray.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shannon Daly

Shannon Daly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • St. Charles, IL


“I believe healing is not just about alleviating symptoms but about discovering a more meaningful and connected way of being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Walters

Michael Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • 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. Mario Giacomuzzi

Dr. Mario Giacomuzzi

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Hoffman Estates, IL


“Dr. Mario's treatment approach is collaborative and empowering as he engages his clients in solution focused approaches...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jean Hendrix

Jean Hendrix

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 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
Christopher Scropos

Christopher Scropos

Therapist

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


“My style is collaborative and compassionate, meaning we'll work together to find the path that makes the most sense for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kristen Svatos

Kristen Svatos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Des Plaines, IL


“I like to take a humanistic, client centered approach to therapy utilizing client strengths to create a collaborative, safe environment to process trauma and experiences...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Maurissa Murakami

Maurissa Murakami

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Crystal Lake, IL
There are over 26 therapists in Crystal Lake, IL accepting new patients.
26+
Average years in practice
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14 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Stress management
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 92%Depression
  • 85%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 96%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 85%Cigna
  • 77%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 27%Man
License types
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  • 54%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy

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