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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 1,661 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.
“I specialize in working with adults and couples who have experienced complex PTSD, developmental trauma, systemic trauma, racial trauma, grief/loss, depression, anxiety and relationship struggles.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a collaborative approach to treatment, which means that we work together as a team to help you process and work through the issues that are leading you to seek treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I would describe my style as warm and supportive, and I am ready to help you tackle your struggle head-on.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“By the end of each session, clients will feel supported, understood, and will have a clear understandingn of 'next steps'.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is focused on the individual's needs and goals, utilizing a mixture of therapeutic methods.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I help clients change how they relate to their feelings, such that they live their lives not in reaction to them, but instead in line with their values and commitments.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“I provide compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring evidence-based treatments to each individual's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I've been there, too. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to share your struggles and to work together on finding ways to move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Mental health is just as vital as physical health, and you deserve care that treats the whole person - not just the symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
I began working broadly in this field nearly 30 years ago and became a licensed clinical social worker 20 years ago. Along with completing a masters degree in social work from the University of Illinois, Chicago, I hold a masters degree in fine art in drawing and painting from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I believe these areas of study have come to inform my practice in obvious and sometimes less obvious ways.
I began my private practice in 2014 specializing in a harm reduction and moderation as apt responses to problematic substance use, as defined by those seeking my help.
Largely in response to the evolving relationships with my clients and referrals that often came in for friends and family of previous clients, I've come to work with trauma survivors, people identifying difficulty establishing stable relationships in social and professional settings, and people addressing loneliness and mood dysregulation.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Struggles can keep you on edge, but it's possible to find calm again—and we can work toward your goals with care, respect, and a little bit of humor along the way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Suzanne's approach to psychiatric care is rooted in collaboration, empowerment, and evidence-based interventions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I love using a Strengths-Based approach when working with the clients, as I am a firm believer that everyone has something that makes them unique.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 7 insurance carriers
“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
“My approach is based on trauma-informed care. I emphasize Respect, trust, transparency, Collaboration, and mutual decision-making.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe that everyone's life can be enhanced by learning new adaptive coping strategies within therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide a grounded, supportive space where you can make sense of what you're carrying, better understand your patterns, and move toward a life that feels more stable, intentional, and aligned with who you are!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and take an eclectic approach; no two clients are the same.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is emotionally focused, which means therapy can feel both challenging and deeply transformative.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe healing is about aligning mind, body, and daily life with the future you deserve and the goals you seek to achieve.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I work to create a warm and safe environment where individuals can be free to share without judgement.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe that healing requires a holistic, grounded approach. My practice is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to help folks increase tolerance for peace and calm. My goal is to reduce denial, increase self-awareness and aid you in being able to self-differentiate.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to help individuals develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and lasting emotional well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“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
“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
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and validating space where you can slow down, process life's challenges, and make sense of the changes you're facing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“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
“I feel an important factor to success is building a safe environment and trusting relationship between the counselor and client.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My diverse cultural training has allowed me to work effectively with my clients from various backgrounds, and I am passionate about helping individuals overcome life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
“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
“Clients describe my style as warm, approachable, and empowering. Together, we'll work toward growth, healing, and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I work to facilitate the individual's coping strategies and problem solving by offering options, training, and education.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Creating a safe and validating space is fundamental to my practice. I deeply value collaboration and strength-building...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“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 7 insurance carriers
“My goal is to empower each client to create their narrative as we address behaviors, trauma, or behavioral health symptoms that hinder personal, professional, and educational success.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
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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
100+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 97%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 85%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 95%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 87%Cigna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 69%Ascension
Languages spoken
- 95%English
- 9%Spanish
- 3%Hindi
- 2%Yoruba
- 1%Arabic
How they see their clients
- 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 68%Woman
- 31%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 8%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 6%Clinical Psychologist
- 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 22%Child or adolescent therapy
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