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Grief counselors and therapists in Northbrook, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Northbrook, IL

Navigating grief and loss in Northbrook is deeply personal, and Headway connects you with compassionate providers experienced in bereavement support, complicated grief treatment, and coping with death. Our network of 1,731 licensed providers offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions to help you find meaning and heal at your own pace.

Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I value a therapeutic relationship built on mutual trust, warmth, and respect, and I believe in educating you so you can take an active role in your mental health and relational well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shengmei Spigelmyre

Shengmei Spigelmyre

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I deeply understand the challenges of major life transitions, identity struggles, and relationship dynamics.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary OConnor

Mary OConnor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bloomington, IL


“My role is to walk beside you with care and respect, offering guidance and tools when helpful, while shaping our work around your needs, values, and hopes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tracy Deal

Tracy Deal

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, IL


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with youth, families, and vulnerable populations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Orren Reeves

Orren Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


Hi, I’m Orren Reeves, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than a decade of experience supporting teens and adults through life’s challenges. I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. My approach is trauma-informed and strengths-based, creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore what you’re experiencing, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to move forward with greater confidence and clarity. It would be an honor to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing, growth, and a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic to you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaShara Shaw

LaShara Shaw

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to empower individuals to make intentional choices that lead to growth, healing, and a life of purpose.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle Cruz

Michelle Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults of all ages and families. I am bilingual so I offer therapy in english and spanish.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheridan Meriwether

Sheridan Meriwether

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal as a therapist is to create a safe and welcoming space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to achieve the healing and personal growth they seek.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, I’m Shelia Ransom Jenkins, MSW, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families through life’s challenges. I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to therapy, creating a safe space where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered.

I hold a Master of Social Work and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice, and my professional background includes work in community mental health, educational settings, and clinical leadership roles. I have experience helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship and family conflict, behavioral concerns, life transitions, and stress related to work, school, and personal growth. I also have specialized training in perinatal mental health, supporting individuals experiencing postpartum depression and related mood disorders.

My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, and strengths-based interventions, tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, practical, and rooted in trust.

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, navigating a difficult transition, or seeking deeper self-understanding, my goal is to support you with empathy, clarity, and encouragement as you work toward healing and lasting change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nechola Hodge

Nechola Hodge

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is supportive but direct, offering both empathy and honest feedback to help clients move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandy Matthews

Brandy Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is direct, supportive, and solution-oriented. I don't believe in just talking without direction- together, we focus on building practical strategies that help you manage emotions, improve coping, and feel more in control of your...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Monica Burtley-Miller

Monica Burtley-Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have the ability to communicate in a way that makes a person feel safe and comfortable to be themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amber Foreman

Amber Foreman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and client-centered. I strive to create a space where you feel safe being honest about what you're experiencing while we work together to build tools that support real change in your daily...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Moore

Crystal Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a supportive and safe space for healing and growth, where trust and empathy are the heart of my work.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alesha Morrison

Alesha Morrison

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Welcome! I’m a passionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting both youth and adults on their paths to healing. My focus lies in helping individuals navigate trauma, overcome anxiety disorders, and improve emotional well-being through child therapy and trauma-focused interventions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adrianna Perez

Adrianna Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“While therapy does not erase the realities of the past or present, it can facilitate new ways of understanding, responding, and engaging with life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sam Shabsin

Sam Shabsin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring an energetic, warm, and direct approach to therapy. I believe meaningful change happens when you feel supported while also feeling empowered to grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Woods-Thomas

Paula Woods-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a warm, collaborative, and practical approach to therapy, helping clients build skills they can use in everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dusti Moultrie

Dusti Moultrie

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I blend honesty, humor, and compassion, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT, and strengths-based techniques.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erik Levinson

Erik Levinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is rooted in the belief that while we cannot always control the circumstances we face, we can cultivate the resilience and self-awareness necessary to navigate them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rachel Guimond

Dr. Rachel Guimond

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy with me is practical, personal, and often includes a little humor because sometimes laughter helps us carry what feels too heavy to hold on our own.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joanna Miller

Joanna Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My aim is to ensure every session is productive and empowering, leaving you with renewed motivation and a clear sense of direction.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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 11 insurance carriers
Rachel Overstreet

Rachel Overstreet

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I combine professional training with lived experience, offering a space where you can show up fully.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ryan Reed

Dr. Ryan Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My role as a therapist is to create a space where you can be heard, understood, challenged, and supported as you work toward becoming the person you want to be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Madaline Knaupp

Madaline Knaupp

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being your authentic self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create an atmosphere that is relaxed yet purposeful, always grounded in active listening and clear, respectful boundaries.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marcellous Pollards

Marcellous Pollards

Therapist

Virtual • Rockford, IL


Hello, I'm Marcellous Pollards, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults overcome life's challenges. I have experience supporting clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, and behavioral concerns in both community and outpatient settings. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel heard and empowered to grow. I believe everyone has the ability to heal and create meaningful change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Donis

Amanda Donis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe prioritizing your mental health is one of the most courageous steps toward building lasting happiness, stability, and true self-sufficiency.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kate Charland

Kate Charland

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, learning differences, and life transitions, as well as LGBTQIA+ and gender-exploring individuals who are looking for a safe, affirming space to explore who they are and feel accepted for...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melissa Vega

Melissa Vega

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I look at the whole picture of your life. We'll consider all aspects that may impact your wellness...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bozena Garvey

Bozena Garvey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shantel P

Shantel P

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With over 16 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with motivated adults who are ready to gain insight and create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sanya Hussain

Sanya Hussain

Therapist

Virtual • Schaumburg, IL


Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, if you are feeling stuck and don't know where to begin, I can help you find the way. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable being yourself. My clients often describe me as warm, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to — someone they can open up to without feeling judged or rushed. I have a strong passion for supporting my clients in the way they need and desire to be supported. I have a deep personal and professional understanding of the human mind and the struggles of life. I genuinely care about my clients and their wellbeing.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Morgan

Michelle Morgan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, IL


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Onyeisi Ogbomeh

Dr. Onyeisi Ogbomeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I'm Dr. Onyeisi Stephen Ogbomeh (Dr. Og), a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), and U.S. Army veteran with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). I provide compassionate, evidence-based virtual psychiatric care for patients of all ages across Illinois, Texas, and Wisconsin.

My journey is one of resilience. Born into poverty in Nigeria, I worked as a bus conductor and construction laborer as a child to help my family survive. In 2007, I won the U.S. Visa Lottery and arrived in America with little more than hope. I started my healthcare career as a Certified Nursing Assistant and worked relentlessly to earn my DNP and multiple board certifications — all while maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA.

I served as an Active Duty Family Nurse Practitioner in the U.S. Army, providing care to soldiers and their families. After my service, I faced my own mental health challenges — depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I'm currently in recovery and receiving treatment at my local VA hospital. This personal experience gives me a deep, lived understanding of what my patients go through, and it drives my commitment to providing the best evidence-based care available.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and memory concerns. My approach combines comprehensive evaluation, medication management, and ongoing support — all tailored to your unique needs. I believe healing happens through partnership, and I'm here to support your mental health journey with compassion, expertise, and respect.

You deserve to feel heard. Let's work together toward lasting wellness.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hannah Kane

Hannah Kane

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a holistic, systems-informed approach, looking at the full context of each client's life to understand the stressors and supports that shape their mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexandra Estevez

Alexandra Estevez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


As a certified EMDR psychotherapist and social worker, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that first step! I’ve been practicing for 15 years as a social worker, but in the last decade, I have shifted my main focus to clients aged 18 and up who are struggling with anxiety and depression.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica McCarver

Jessica McCarver

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with clients using a trauma informed therapeutic approach. We will focus on helping you understand how your past connects to your current beliefs and values...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 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 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Northbrook, IL
There are over 72 therapists in Northbrook, IL accepting new patients.
72+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 90%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 93%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 79%Cigna
  • 71%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 19%Spanish
  • 6%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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  • 64%Woman
  • 36%Man
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 1%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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