Grief Support Groups in Chicago, IL
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Healing Our Losses
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"Often times
grief
can feel like a tangled web of emotions. We can become overwhelmed with sorrow and pain after the
death
of someone we love.
Grief
can make us feel very alone as we try to navigate through our ..."
PAWS Chicago- Pet Loss Support Group (HEAL)
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"PAWS-Chicago FREE virtual monthly Pet
Loss
Support group HEAL (Helping Each Other Alleviate
Loss
). https://www.pawschicago.o rg. To RSVP contact Sophia Ruggeri at 773-935-7297 or sruggeri@pawschicago.org "
Navigating Your Fertility Journey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
"Going through fertility treatment can feel isolating, overwhelming and scary. Being able to talk to other people who are also on the journey can provide comfort, hope and community. In this group we strive to create that community to help ..."
Grief & Loss Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
"This is a virtual support group for adults (18+) who are navigating the
death
of a loved one and looking for a supportive space to process their grieving journey with others who are going through a similar experience. The goal ..."
Not accepting new clients
Grief Process Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"This group is a space to explore what
grief
is and how it impacts us each in our lives. Members will witness each other's experiences, share their thoughts and feelings on the themes of
grief
and coping with
loss
, including ..."
Take Heart Therapy
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified
Verified
"This is a private practice with a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Art Therapist on staff. It is located in Rogers Park, dedicated to serving the community around it and all individuals seeking a more fulfilled, balanced life. "
Grief & Loss: Loss of a Parent
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
Verified
"Sage Therapy Chicago is happy to announce a new therapy group for adults experiencing
grief
due to the
loss
of a parent/guardian. We aim to provide a supportive space for participants to grieve openly and encourage emotional healing by sharing ..."
Grief Support Group
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
"In this virtual group, clients will find a community to lean on for support as they navigate their own
grief
. Throughout 10 weeks of creative and narratively-driven activities, clients will learn about the
grief
process, how they individually experience
grief
, ..."
Continuing Bonds Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
"This is a virtual support group for adults (18+) who are navigating the
death
of a loved one and looking for a supportive space to establish a continued bond with their person and find meaning through their
grief
journey; this ..."
Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse (OCT. 25, 2017)
PsyD, MA
Verified
Verified
"This group is offered to men who have been sexually abused. The aim of this group is to help men recover, cope, and discover helpful ways of managing this uncomfortable personal history in a supportive group environment. We meet one ..."
Pregnancy Loss and Miscarriage Art Therapy Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATCS, ATR-BC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"[RECRUITING NEW MEMBERS] Art therapy is open to those who do not identify as artists or creatives. Art therapists believe that there is "no wrong art". If you can hold a pen, you can come. This virtual group uses weekly ..."
Grief & Dinner
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"Meals can be lonely while processing
grief
. Whether it's lack of appetite, memories of shared meals, or depression that is keeping you from wanting to cook, we get it. Hence this idea to have a shared meal together. Since this ..."
Waitlist for new clients
Our Stories: Post-Abortion Support and Processing
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"This group provides a safe, non- judgmental space for women/trans/gender expansive individuals to process their abortion stories. It will also offer an opportunity to connect with other people who have had similar experiences. Whether you have thought about it for ..."
Healing Trauma Processing Group
Treatment Center, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Pinnacle Counseling is recruiting new members for a virtual support group, to process and heal from trauma. Members will have the opportunity to learn about the anatomy of trauma, process their individual trauma responses, and learn to pursue healing through ..."
Grief and Bereavement Support Group
Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"There is no single solution to dealing with
loss
, each of us mourns the
death
of a loved one differently. While some people attempt to cope with their
grief
by themselves and do not want or need outside assistance, many ..."
Heal Through Sound- Songwriting Group- Teens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LSW
Verified
Verified
"Group Sessions - Ages 14-18 More details: https://shorturl.at/wzWX2
Beginning Oct. 12: Group songwriting sessions allow clients to connect with themselves and others as we explore emotion through song. Join this 6-week closed group where we use music creation as a ..."
A Write to Heal - Grief/Bereavement Healing
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
"This group will utilize writing as a therapeutic tool to work through
grief
/
bereavement
healing and growth. This will be an intimate, safe-space to explore the use of creativity, writing, and discussion to delve into pain and transform it into something ..."
Grief Support Group
Treatment Center, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Pinnacle Counseling is recruiting new members seeking to find a community to lean on for support as they navigate their own
grief
. Throughout 10 weeks of creative and narratively-driven activities, clients will learn about the
grief
process, how they individually ..."
"In your feelings" Group (ages 4-7)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPHA, DSW, CBIS, RPT
Verified
Verified
"Our "In your Feelings" group is focused for children who are having difficulty managing their anger,
grief
, and/or anxiety. Up to 5 children within a group (In person at Logan Square site). Participants and Parents will complete intake and Developmental ..."
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Grief Support Groups
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.
What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Chicago Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.
Group therapy in Chicago is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Chicago are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
Group therapy in Chicago is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Chicago are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.