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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Skokie, IL

Grief and loss can feel isolating, but you don't have to navigate it alone in Skokie. Headway's network of 1,775 providers specializes in helping individuals work through bereavement, complicated grief, and the pain of losing loved ones. Our therapists use trauma-informed, evidence-based methods to help you find meaning and healing at your own pace. Sessions are available as soon as tomorrow with flexible scheduling options that fit your needs.

Joshua Andre

Joshua Andre

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


As a licensed clinical social worker, I work with adolescents and young adults to find meaning and purpose while working through the mental barriers that have created challenges in their lives. I specialize in working with adolescents, addictions, men's issues, depression and anxiety.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Pettiford

Brittany Pettiford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is both goal-oriented and psychodynamic, allowing us to address specific areas of improvement while also exploring deeper patterns and past experiences that may be shaping your present.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shaun Mulcrone

Shaun Mulcrone

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy is a place where people can better learn ways to handle life's stressors, learn about themselves and making changes people want to see in themselves.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Donna Bredrup

Dr. Donna Bredrup

Therapist

Virtual • Westmont, IL


“My approach goes beyond simply diagnosing and treating pathology to using therapy as a tool to help people grow.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrienne Belton

Adrienne Belton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or carrying the impact of trauma or stress that feels hard to manage on your own. Maybe family challenges or past experiences are affecting your relationships, your confidence, or your ability to feel like yourself. When everything feels heavy or uncertain, it can be hard to know where to start. You don’t have to figure it out alone — therapy can be a place where you feel supported, understood, and able to finally exhale.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Zellessia Ejalonibu

Zellessia Ejalonibu

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I help young adults, adults, and athletes work through anxiety, depression, grief and loss, burnout, attachment and relationship challenges, and confidence or performance struggles so they can feel more grounded, confident, and connected in their lives. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of your next step, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can be a place to better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and create meaningful change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elaine Jones

Elaine Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, empowering, and direct. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process where you feel supported...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tenilya Mumphus

Tenilya Mumphus

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


If you’ve been carrying stress, trauma, or emotional weight that’s starting to show up in your thoughts, relationships, or daily life, it can be hard to know where to start. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and the impact of past experiences. You might notice yourself overthinking, feeling easily overwhelmed, shutting down emotionally, or reacting in ways that don’t quite make sense to you. Many of my clients come in feeling stuck but ready to better understand themselves and move forward in a different way.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Enchelle Morris

Enchelle Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Midlothian, IL


“I am a person centered therapist who works to set the proper atmosphere to allow you to feel comfortable to be vulnerable.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Jones

Michelle Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create an environment that is welcoming and warm, one that is communicative and nonjudgemental.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christian Figueroa-Johnson

Christian Figueroa-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Are you someone who has spent much of your life being strong for everyone else—caring for others, holding things together, and continuing to move forward even when you feel overwhelmed? Maybe somewhere along the way, you’ve lost touch with yourself or found yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or your own sense of self-worth.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with adults and adolescents to better understand the experiences, emotions, and patterns that may be affecting their lives and relationships. I believe meaningful healing begins with greater self-awareness and understanding. My approach is warm, compassionate, trauma-informed, and collaborative, while also providing the support and gentle challenge needed for growth. Together, we can work toward healthier boundaries, stronger relationships, greater self-worth, and lasting change that helps you feel more grounded, confident, and connected to the life you want to create.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alexis Jimenez

Alexis Jimenez

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm here to walk beside you, providing the support, understanding, and guidance you need to move towards personal growth, stability, and self-compassion.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Zechariah Rodriguez

Zechariah Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I learned so much on solution focused therapy styles all backed up by scientific evidence with self compassion and warmth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Budde

Elizabeth Budde

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my MSW through Dominic University. I worked in community-based settings providing crisis intervention services for several years before transitioning to private practice.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
James Greear

James Greear

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with teenage boys and young adult men navigating emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, academic and athletic pressure, family conflict, and the transition into adulthood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phylicia Noel

Phylicia Noel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in supporting them wherever they happen to be within their narrative, honoring their lived experiences, and providing a passionate space for growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vonzolla Elliott

Vonzolla Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in trauma-informed therapy and emotional wellness, while Mishael brings deep expertise in physical rehabilitation and regenerative care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Warren

Nicole Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strongly believe that even when a problem feels overwhelming, insurmountable, and unsolvable, it likely is not any of these.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaToya Tanniehill

LaToya Tanniehill

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative. I draw on evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques—always tailoring our work to fit your unique needs.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Nicole Younger

Nicole Younger

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My aim is to provide a safe and compassionate environment for my clients to explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and work toward their personal goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eunice Hernandez

Eunice Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


HI! My name is Eunice Hernandez, and I am looking forward to connecting with

you! As a clinician, I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard,

safe, and supported. As we build a trusting relationship, I hope to be able to

empower you in identifying action steps you can take to reach your full potential and

self-worth. I have over 20 years of counseling children, adolecent and adults from different walks of life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kyle Brand Padilla

Kyle Brand Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I honor all social work values: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, human relationships, integrity, and competence.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Emma Johnson

Emma Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello! My name is Emma. I am a newly Licensed Clinical Social Worker but have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years now. My background includes substance abuse, community mental health, and most recently, mental health in a correctional setting. I enjoy working with a wide range of concerns, primarily with adults.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cordelia Grimes

Cordelia Grimes

Therapist

Virtual • Crystal Lake, IL


“I approach my work and interactions with clients from a collaborative interdisciplinary framework and a predominately strengths-based lens...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Afsha Merchant

Afsha Merchant

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide an empathetic, culturally responsive, and holistic space to help you understand yourself more deeply...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kerry White

Kerry White

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Crystal Campbell

Crystal Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I meet my clients where they are and challenge them to achieve the goals they've set for themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Aryeh Sova

Dr. Aryeh Sova

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy is most helpful when clear, objective goals are established early on in treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Magariel

Joshua Magariel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and supportive, and I work with concerns like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and feeling stuck during hard seasons.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle-Ann Rhoden-Neita

Dr. Michelle-Ann Rhoden-Neita

Therapist

Virtual • Richton Park, IL


“I strongly believe in early intervention and promote the use of client-centered, non-judgmental, culturally-relevant, expressive arts, and strength-based techniques.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janice Donaldson

Janice Donaldson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shiloh, IL


“My goal is to provide you with a safe space where you can find empathy, receive a listening ear, and have a supportive teammate to help you identify your goals and the steps needed to achieve them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christena Wilson

Christena Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with adults who are ready to understand what's actually driving their stress, grief or disconnection, not just get through the week.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jill Sisler

Jill Sisler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, open-minded, and empowering, and I believe therapy should be a place where you feel understood while also making meaningful progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Olalekan Fapohunda

Dr. Olalekan Fapohunda

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mokena, IL


“My goal is to help you get back to your optimal mental health by bringing you back to a place where you can do your work, take care of things at home, or get along with other people without any difficulty.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Paula Butler

Paula Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer space for connection, smiles, and vulnerability, where we are not always on the clock, allowing room to slow down and breathe.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amy Traynham Feragen

Amy Traynham Feragen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Strickler

Andrea Strickler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy should be a place where you can show up exactly as you are—with your worries, struggles, questions, and hopes—and feel truly heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dawn Sherwood

Dawn Sherwood

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi! I'm Dawn, and I'm excited to meet you. Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, family stress, relationship difficulties, or painful experiences leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn next. You may be trying to balance the needs of everyone around you while struggling to care for yourself. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, stress, panic disorders, anger management concerns, infertility, chronic illness, women's issues, family conflict, and relationship challenges. My background in children and family services and my training in infant and early childhood mental health allow me to support individuals and families through life's many transitions. My goal is to provide a compassionate space where you feel safe, heard, and supported while we work together to better understand your experiences and create meaningful, lasting change.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Skokie, IL
There are over 84 therapists in Skokie, IL accepting new patients.
84+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 93%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 82%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 6%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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  • 67%Woman
  • 32%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 37%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy

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