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Grief counselors and therapists in Oak Park, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Oak Park, IL

In Oak Park, Headway's grief therapy specialists help you work through bereavement, isolation, and unresolved grief using cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and support groups. Our 1,799 providers are available for free consultations and can typically schedule appointments within two weeks. Sessions blend in-person and virtual options to fit your needs.

Karina Breezer

Karina Breezer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“Solution-focused, with no unnecessary fluff. I'm not here to have you rehash your whole life story every week — I'm here to help you actually move forward.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maddie Gerig Shelly

Maddie Gerig Shelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I draw on person-centered psychotherapy and methods of mindfulness, internal family systems therapy, and art therapy...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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Sam Rustum

Sam Rustum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.4 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I will give you practical strategies that will help you manage your stress and feel more in control of your thoughts and emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Dr. Brian Flores

Dr. Brian Flores

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Oak Park, IL


“I truly believe that with support and understanding, you have the ability and resilience to achieve your goals of wellness and health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nancy Paul

Nancy Paul

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Oak Park, IL


With my background in art, bodywork, and spirituality, I am able to work holistically, and to faciliate mind/body/spirit wellness. I enjoy working with clients of all faiths, ethnicities, genders, and sexual preferences. Artists, introverts, and introspective people will find me especially understanding and perceptive.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brenda Flores

Brenda Flores

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • River Forest, IL


“I embody empathy and compassion as I strive to connect with clients by meeting them where they are emotionally.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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David Temkin

David Temkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Therapy is not about judgment or "fixing" you. We begin by recognizing your strengths and building from what is already working.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carlos Cantu

Carlos Cantu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I use evidence-based therapies such as CBT, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you regain balance, strengthen your resilience, and move toward a more meaningful life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Ellysia Price

Ellysia Price

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am a neurodivergent and queer therapist and social worker, and am passionate about using connection and authenticity to promote healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Edwin Guzman

Edwin Guzman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Westchester, IL


“As a Hispanic provider, I am driven and motivated to work within the context of my clients' ethnic backgrounds as they align with their treatment goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


Are you looking for a therapist who understands your culture and speaks your language? I can help. I am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, and German.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor with 40 years of clinical experience. I work with adults, children, and adolescents, and I value each person’s cultural background, identity, and lived experience.

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

Cameron Stamm

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


Cameron works to empower clients as they move towards their goals of their healing journeys. She values care, and trust within the therapeutic process to create a safe space for clients to foster growth with intentionality. Cameron's support is backed by ove 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and parents, families.

Cameron specializes in integrating relational, play-based, somatic, narrative, feminist, and values based work. She is committed to inclusive, culturally responsive care and her collaborative approach centers mutuality, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brian Pelletier

Brian Pelletier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I take a collaborative approach with each client whether you are processing your emotions through talk therapy or participating in exposure therapy...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Douglas DeRhodes

Douglas DeRhodes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • 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
Dr. Claudio Altman

Dr. Claudio Altman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • Chicago, IL


I believe that therapy works best when people feel understood, respected and safe. I have over 20 year of experience helping adults navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, identity exploration, grief/loss, life transitions and relationship challenges. Much of my career has been devoted to working with veterans and individuals who have faced difficult or traumatic experiences. I strongly believe in establishing a relationship of equals and mutual respect between therapist and client; one that leads to a guided journey of self-discovery and change.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caterina Frollano

Caterina Frollano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Chicago, IL


“Caterina uses an integrative approach drawing from DBT, CBT, psychodynamic, and culturally informed therapies.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Charles Ruiz

Charles Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Chicago, IL


As a therapist with five years of experience, I have worked with people facing a variety of struggles including depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as life transitions, surviving past trauma and abuse, feeling suicidal, and states of mania and psychosis. Our therapy will be a warm and introspective space where you can expect to be treated with dignity. I affirm LGBTQ+ identities; I welcome persons of different cultures, races, nationalities, and religious beliefs. Above all, I look forward to knowing you as a unique and singular person.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work with my patients in a partnership that lets us build a plan that will work the best for them!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Gianatasio

Nicole Gianatasio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


“My style is real, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be honest — even about the messy parts.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Maggie Zofkie

Maggie Zofkie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hillary Mirabal

Hillary Mirabal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.4 mi away • Chicago, IL


“In my role, as a psychotherapist, I like to bring an open-minded, warm, and affirming style to the therapy space.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Sajdah Uddin

Sajdah Uddin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I meet you where you are- with compassion and curiosity to help you reconnect with your authentic self.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Mallory Cybulski

Mallory Cybulski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I work exclusively with women and the LGBTQIA+ community. While I may specialize in men's issues when it comes to my personal life, it is not an area of my clinical expertise.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Fanisha Calvert

Fanisha Calvert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Oak Brook, IL


“At every therapy session, we work together to explore your emotional experiences as well as the thoughts and behaviors that may be holding you back from living the life you desire.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ali Vernasco

Ali Vernasco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I have over 11 years experience in the field of Social Work, with a passion for helping my clients work through difficult life transitions, trauma, gender, and grief.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rae Reed

Rae Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a space to explore ingrained habits in relationships, to build trust that allows you to feel your emotions and learn new healthy habits.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ryan Higgins

Ryan Higgins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I am not a therapist that "just listens". I believe therapy is more beneficial if I am engaged and openly communicate my assessment of your situation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Benjamin Foster

Dr. Benjamin Foster

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.4 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I believe in the transformative nature of a relationship with a professional who knows you, knows what you want for yourself, and can help you get it in the way that will work for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Harper

Melissa Harper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My approach is diverse, based on client's personal and cultural needs, and driven by trauma-informed care and strength-based models.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Renee Rodgers

Renee Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I think clients will develop their own voice, intrapersonally and with others; establish a place to emote; discover solutions to problems.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I have always been interested in clients' cultural backgrounds and am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French and German.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Crystol DeJohnette

Crystol DeJohnette

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“While therapy with me is goal-oriented, it's also compassionate. Open-mindedness and a non-judgmental stance will always be prioritized...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Myriah Vargo

Myriah Vargo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“My treatment style matches your personality and symptoms, with my quick sense of humor and proven techniques that will maximize effectiveness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Sylvia Sztark

Dr. Sylvia Sztark

Therapist

In-person • 9.9 mi away • Park Ridge, IL


“I am dedicated to helping clients heal through a holistic approach that supports the mind, body, and spirit.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Janette Martinez

Janette Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I'm a warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive therapist who believes healing involves more than understanding our experiences intellectually.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Spring

Gary Spring

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Hinsdale, IL


“I've spent over 16 years helping people work through anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life changes, and I focus on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and how to start making changes.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kanika Shirole

Kanika Shirole

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Chicago, IL


“I also specialize in supporting clients who are working towards expanding their self-concept and exploring aspects and intersections of their ethnic, cultural, racial, sexual, and gender identities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jonathan Colledge

Jonathan Colledge

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • Northbrook, IL


“Through his warm and empathetic approach, he works collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Heather Nemeth

Heather Nemeth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 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
Michelle Ferris

Michelle Ferris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Chicago, IL


“My goal is for my clients to feel heard and respected, and to help them find the way to feel better.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Oak Park, IL
There are over 109 therapists in Oak Park, IL accepting new patients.
109+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 85%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 4%Polish
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 30%Man
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 37%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Clinical Psychologist
  • 4%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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