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Grief counselors and therapists in Plainfield, IL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Plainfield, IL

Plainfield residents grieving a parent, partner, sibling, or friend can find compassionate mental health support through Headway's network of 1,613 licensed providers. Our therapists offer bereavement counseling and meaning-making techniques to help you through anticipatory grief, unresolved grief, and the healing process after loss.

Michael Minnella

Michael Minnella

Therapist

Virtual • Hometown, IL


“As a mental health counselor for more than two decades I have helped people through their dilemmas of trauma, depression, anxiety including ADHD, bipolar management, family relationships, and other life stressors.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Teena Mabry

Teena Mabry

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, direct, and supportive. I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected, without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Aimee Dinschel

Aimee Dinschel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is for you to not just feel supported, but to leave sessions with more clarity, confidence, and direction.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Payne

Tiffany Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to help clients create meaningful, lasting change that extends beyond the therapy session.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Fattori

Joseph Fattori

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Using a client-centered approach, I emphasize empathy, positive support, and non-judgment in my work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Leonard Tedesco

Leonard Tedesco

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I strive to make the therapeutic environment a comfortable and non-judgmental place where clients feel they can fully express themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rotunda Gorman

Rotunda Gorman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a licensed mental health therapist with 17+ years of experience specializing in substance use disorders, mental health, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring conditions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Gurski

Jennifer Gurski

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have been a licensed provider for 16 years, working with people with severe mental illness, relationship and family issues and substance abuse.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tristin Capelle

Tristin Capelle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Together, we work to understand your current symptoms, interpersonal dynamics, and how these patterns affect your daily life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Emma Kunin

Emma Kunin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you feel accepted, empowered, and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Charis Allen

Charis Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices while remaining flexible and tailored to your unique needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chelsea Hopson

Chelsea Hopson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a black woman who grew up in urban contexts, I aim to help people thrive, especially those who belong to marginalized communities.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Grisel Gerena

Grisel Gerena

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe we all have the strength to get through life's toughest battles—sometimes we just need support in reconnecting with our inner resilience and grit.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katonia Goods

Katonia Goods

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe every day is a gift to improve ourselves and to have opportunity to live our lives to the fullest potential.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erin Osborn

Erin Osborn

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe caring for your mental and emotional health is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in yourself.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Irena Bartnick

Irena Bartnick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My priority is to create a safe, compassionate environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Brannen

Julie Brannen

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My greatest joy comes from guiding folks into an organic + compassionate practice of fiercely approaching vulnerability + embodying whole-hearted living.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brenda Sullivan-Rice

Brenda Sullivan-Rice

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Helping people heal from past trauma and overcome anxiety, depression, shame, guilt and low self-esteem is truly my passion and what drives me to be the best therapist I can be.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eshana Watson-Gholar

Eshana Watson-Gholar

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My therapeutic style is grounded in empathy and empowering clients to explore their strengths and embrace personal growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rosey Puloka

Rosey Puloka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is relational, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. Sessions are more conversational than clinical.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tenekia Payne

Tenekia Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jill Martinez

Jill Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Using a compassionate, client-centered approach, we will work together to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and support.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michele Shelly

Michele Shelly

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi my name is Michele and I have been in the social work field for almost 11 years. I have my Masters in Social Work from Lewis University. I am licensed in Illinois as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have certifications in treating Trauma, Shame Informed care and Anxiety disorders. I have a background in domestic violence and crisis intervention. I have worked at a Therapeutic day school and worked with adolescents who had an behavioral plan and/or a 504 plan or IEP. I have enjoyed working in Private Practice therapy for 7 years and working with many diverse populations and diagnoses. I also have worked in an Inpatient Behavioral Hospital doing individual therapy, case management, and facilitating family therapy sessions. Most recently I have been focusing on Trauma Informed care and specializing in anxiety orders. I work with primarily Military service members and their family members. Whether you are looking to manage big life stressors or small ones, low moods or regulate anxiety I am looking forward to helping you start this journey.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kenyatta Williams-Ross

Kenyatta Williams-Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I encourage you to be a force of change for yourself and create new opportunities to experience life with a deeper level of insight and self discovery.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Barrientos

Sara Barrientos

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe you already have the strength within you, sometimes it just needs support and space to come through.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Karla Bonkowski Magnan

Karla Bonkowski Magnan

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“For 20 years I specialized in divorce issues, both in families with high amounts of conflict and custody disagreements...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Goddard

Julie Goddard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rushville, IL


“I want my clients to feel confident and empowered. I believe that emotional regulation is the key to keeping us emotionally grounded and also that to manage your emotions you must allow yourself to feel them first.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Gomez

Patricia Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois with over 8 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. I began my career as an Early Childhood Teacher which sparked my passion for helping others and transitioned to social work. I believe prioritizing mental health is essential to overall stability and well-being. I have experience working with children, adolescents adults and older adults who are managing PTSD, grief depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jodee Elliot Schwartz

Jodee Elliot Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a client-centered therapist, it is important for me to create the space you need so you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathryn Camus

Kathryn Camus

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I often incorporate walk-and-talk therapy, movement, sports-based activities, or even yoga-inspired grounding techniques to help clients feel more at ease and engaged in the process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Oana Demian

Oana Demian

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, and free to be yourself without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shobana Shanmugavelayutham

Shobana Shanmugavelayutham

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I truly believe in each individuals ability to come to a conclusion on what is best for them. With a little warmth, love and guided conversation, a person can really grow so much!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Brenda Danielson

Dr. Brenda Danielson

Psychologist

Virtual • Deerfield, IL


“My goal is to help you realize the life you are looking for and to be able to articulate what that is.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristin Grace

Kristin Grace

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Welcome! I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting adults and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and LGBTQIA+ concerns, as well as fostering personal growth. My approach is inquisitive, collaborative, and solutions-focused. Whether we communicate in English or ASL, I look forward to working together to help you reach your goals.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Obafemi

Rachel Obafemi

Therapist

Virtual • Fox Lake, IL


“I specialize in supporting individuals navigating the heavy intersections of chronic medical conditions, grief, and significant trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 8 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madeline Hermes

Madeline Hermes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, meeting you where you are while equipping you with practical strategies to foster resilience, strengthen relationships, and enhance executive functioning skills.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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