The holidays can amplify the ache of loss, but this 8-session art-based support group offers a warm and creative space to hold those feelings with care. Through gentle art-making, you’ll honor your loved one by focusing on your continued connection, while gaining a sense of control by choosing which traditions to keep, change, or create anew. Together, we’ll navigate the season with resilience, self-compassion, and space for both joy and grief.
The holidays can amplify the ache of loss, but this 8-session art-based support group offers a warm and creative space to hold those feelings with care. Through gentle art-making, you’ll honor your loved one by focusing on your continued connection, while gaining a sense of control by choosing which traditions to keep, change, or create anew. Together, we’ll navigate the season with resilience, self-compassion, and space for both joy and grief.
Grief is a natural response to loss, yet many individuals experience it in isolation, without structured support. Marra proposes the launch of Through the Waves designed to provide a safe, compassionate space for individuals coping with the death of a loved one. This group will combine peer support, psychoeducation, and evidence-informed therapeutic practices to help participants navigate their grief journey.
Grief is a natural response to loss, yet many individuals experience it in isolation, without structured support. Marra proposes the launch of Through the Waves designed to provide a safe, compassionate space for individuals coping with the death of a loved one. This group will combine peer support, psychoeducation, and evidence-informed therapeutic practices to help participants navigate their grief journey.
A new process-oriented psychotherapy group led by Christopher S. Rigling, Psy.D., is being developed; the group will meet weekly. In an age where much of our interaction occurs through screens, this in-person group experience provides a unique opportunity for connection, self-discovery, and emotional growth. The group’s goal is to foster personal development and improvement in interpersonal relationships by examining and understanding the dynamics within the group in a safe and supportive environment. If you are interested or would like to refer someone, please don’t hesitate to contact me with questions or to learn more.
A new process-oriented psychotherapy group led by Christopher S. Rigling, Psy.D., is being developed; the group will meet weekly. In an age where much of our interaction occurs through screens, this in-person group experience provides a unique opportunity for connection, self-discovery, and emotional growth. The group’s goal is to foster personal development and improvement in interpersonal relationships by examining and understanding the dynamics within the group in a safe and supportive environment. If you are interested or would like to refer someone, please don’t hesitate to contact me with questions or to learn more.
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 VIRTUAL GROUP we strive to create that community to help empower you to forge a path that perhaps you haven’t necessarily witnessed others doing up close. Group sessions will be led by one of Flourish’s therapists. Register for this group by emailing contact@flourishcounselingltd.com or calling our office at (312) 659-4718 ext 1
Hosted by Flourish Counseling & Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60614
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 VIRTUAL GROUP we strive to create that community to help empower you to forge a path that perhaps you haven’t necessarily witnessed others doing up close. Group sessions will be led by one of Flourish’s therapists. Register for this group by emailing contact@flourishcounselingltd.com or calling our office at (312) 659-4718 ext 1
Through the Waves is a guided 6-week grief & loss support group for adults ages 18+ navigating grief and loss. Together, we’ll explore how to stay present through pain, build tools for emotional grounding, and find connection in shared experience. NOTE:Those experiencing perinatal loss, acute crisis, active suicidal ideation, or untreated severe mental illness may be referred to individual therapy or specialized care prior to joining the group.
Through the Waves is a guided 6-week grief & loss support group for adults ages 18+ navigating grief and loss. Together, we’ll explore how to stay present through pain, build tools for emotional grounding, and find connection in shared experience. NOTE:Those experiencing perinatal loss, acute crisis, active suicidal ideation, or untreated severe mental illness may be referred to individual therapy or specialized care prior to joining the group.
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.
Hosted by Audra K Eisin-Banazek
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60626
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.
Begin Again is a supportive group for women navigating life after a breakup or divorce. Through weekly gatherings, members will find encouragement, reconnect with their strengths, and build meaningful connections. Together, we’ll focus on healing, self-discovery, and creating a hopeful path forward. We work with most major insurance plans and also welcome self-pay clients at $50 per session.
Begin Again is a supportive group for women navigating life after a breakup or divorce. Through weekly gatherings, members will find encouragement, reconnect with their strengths, and build meaningful connections. Together, we’ll focus on healing, self-discovery, and creating a hopeful path forward. We work with most major insurance plans and also welcome self-pay clients at $50 per session.
You never expected or planned to become a caregiver and this shift often brings loneliness, anger, or loss. Role reversal can be scary and hard to navigate, as you take on new responsibilities while trying to plan for the future. Coping with Caregiving is a supportive space for you. Through this group, you will gain insight and support from group members, build connections with others who understand, and have a welcoming space to process the challenges of caregiving. We take Medicare, BCBS, Aetna, UHC, and others. Please reach out to see if you're insurance is accepted.
You never expected or planned to become a caregiver and this shift often brings loneliness, anger, or loss. Role reversal can be scary and hard to navigate, as you take on new responsibilities while trying to plan for the future. Coping with Caregiving is a supportive space for you. Through this group, you will gain insight and support from group members, build connections with others who understand, and have a welcoming space to process the challenges of caregiving. We take Medicare, BCBS, Aetna, UHC, and others. Please reach out to see if you're insurance is accepted.
This group is a multi-week group for loss--how it is embodied, how we feel its impacts, and what we learn as we navigate stormy feelings. We witness each other's stories, share feelings and thoughts and explore big life questions. How do we integrate loss(es) and keep living a life of meaning and values without loved one(s)? Bring your compassion and curiosity. Group is a lab where we learn about ourselves and the challenge of goodbyes. Join a strong supportive holding space to strengthen our tolerance of intense feelings and to explore living with loss.
This group is a multi-week group for loss--how it is embodied, how we feel its impacts, and what we learn as we navigate stormy feelings. We witness each other's stories, share feelings and thoughts and explore big life questions. How do we integrate loss(es) and keep living a life of meaning and values without loved one(s)? Bring your compassion and curiosity. Group is a lab where we learn about ourselves and the challenge of goodbyes. Join a strong supportive holding space to strengthen our tolerance of intense feelings and to explore living with loss.
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 is a virtual group we thought it would be nice for everyone to bring their dinner to group. Our goal is to help each other process feelings of grief and loss by holding space for each other and while creating healthy rituals that will last a lifetime. Our next group is TBD
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 is a virtual group we thought it would be nice for everyone to bring their dinner to group. Our goal is to help each other process feelings of grief and loss by holding space for each other and while creating healthy rituals that will last a lifetime. Our next group is TBD
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 night a week for 12 weeks. Please call or email me to sign up.
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 night a week for 12 weeks. Please call or email me to sign up.
This group is virtual and comprised of no more than seven fathers. It is a 6 week group centered on the barriers fathers face that impact positive, meaningful engagement with their children. The expectation is that fathers do the homework exercises which create a blue print for a better relationship with children and peel away internal & external stressors that impede progress.
Hosted by Jataun J Rollins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LCSW
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60628
This group is virtual and comprised of no more than seven fathers. It is a 6 week group centered on the barriers fathers face that impact positive, meaningful engagement with their children. The expectation is that fathers do the homework exercises which create a blue print for a better relationship with children and peel away internal & external stressors that impede progress.
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 new landscape of feelings. The Center for Grief Recovery has been supporting bereaved individuals for 30 years. Our therapeutic grief group provides a safe haven for grievers to mourn together through mutual understanding while learning effective coping skills. Healing Our Losses is led by a professional counselor.
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 new landscape of feelings. The Center for Grief Recovery has been supporting bereaved individuals for 30 years. Our therapeutic grief group provides a safe haven for grievers to mourn together through mutual understanding while learning effective coping skills. Healing Our Losses is led by a professional counselor.
Are you struggling with losing a beloved furry friend/companion/animal assistant? Losing a pet can be one of the most heart-wrenching experiences in life. At St Pauls, we understand the deep bond you shared with your beloved pet/family member, and we're here to offer support, understanding, and a virtual shoulder to lean on. Join Dr. Nancy Curotto from Pet Loss Psychotherapy for a 1-hour virtual support group. Click the link to register for the virtual support group. tinyurl.com/healing-hearts-support.
Hosted by Nancy Curotto, Psy.D. LLC/ Pet Loss Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60614
I'm also a Certified Grief Educator and life coach, and these skills have significantly supported my work.
Are you struggling with losing a beloved furry friend/companion/animal assistant? Losing a pet can be one of the most heart-wrenching experiences in life. At St Pauls, we understand the deep bond you shared with your beloved pet/family member, and we're here to offer support, understanding, and a virtual shoulder to lean on. Join Dr. Nancy Curotto from Pet Loss Psychotherapy for a 1-hour virtual support group. Click the link to register for the virtual support group. tinyurl.com/healing-hearts-support.
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 a while, are feeling stuck, or just beginning to think it through, this group is for you. This is a closed group that runs for eight weeks at the start of each calendar year. Fifty minute interviews can be scheduled at any time throughout the year and are required before acceptance into the group. This group is virtual.
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 a while, are feeling stuck, or just beginning to think it through, this group is for you. This is a closed group that runs for eight weeks at the start of each calendar year. Fifty minute interviews can be scheduled at any time throughout the year and are required before acceptance into the group. This group is virtual.
***Reach out to join waitlist***This is a closed virtual grief group for young adults (18-35yo) who are mourning the death of a parental figure and are looking for a supportive community space to process their grieving journey with others who are going through a similar experience. The goal of this group is to provide a safe, warm environment to reflect on and share personal experiences with grief; learn coping tools; process the death of parental figures; and work towards finding meaning in and through these losses. Our time together will be a blend of individual and group reflection.
Hosted by Margy Brill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, MSW
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60602
As a clinical social worker, I'm passionate about offering holistic support to those moving through grief during or after a loss/transition.
***Reach out to join waitlist***This is a closed virtual grief group for young adults (18-35yo) who are mourning the death of a parental figure and are looking for a supportive community space to process their grieving journey with others who are going through a similar experience. The goal of this group is to provide a safe, warm environment to reflect on and share personal experiences with grief; learn coping tools; process the death of parental figures; and work towards finding meaning in and through these losses. Our time together will be a blend of individual and group reflection.
The Grief, Loss & Bereavement Support Group offers adults a supportive space to process grief at their own pace, alongside others who understand loss. Participants are invited to share experiences, reflect on the impact of loss, and receive support in a respectful, nonjudgmental environment. This group acknowledges that grief is not linear and that healing can begin through connection and shared understanding. This group is appropriate for individuals grieving the death of a loved one, complicated grief, or other significant losses.
The Grief, Loss & Bereavement Support Group offers adults a supportive space to process grief at their own pace, alongside others who understand loss. Participants are invited to share experiences, reflect on the impact of loss, and receive support in a respectful, nonjudgmental environment. This group acknowledges that grief is not linear and that healing can begin through connection and shared understanding. This group is appropriate for individuals grieving the death of a loved one, complicated grief, or other significant losses.
Conversations on illness, grief, and comfort led by a chronically ill therapist. Intake required ahead of group admission. For intake and more information contact: kwynne@chicagocbh.com.
Conversations on illness, grief, and comfort led by a chronically ill therapist. Intake required ahead of group admission. For intake and more information contact: kwynne@chicagocbh.com.
Feel stuck? Let me help you move forward, fully unleash your creativity, passion and joy in this powerful, 12 week life-changing course, based on The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. It's not just for artists. You don't need to have "artistic" inclination, experience, or ability to be transformed by this course. You need only motivation, willingness to do the work and commitment to the process. In this class you will get support, accountability, momentum, habit forming behaviors, and a good push toward doing that thing you haven't been doing. And it's so much fun!!
Hosted by Michel Rosenthal
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA, Coach
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60613
Feel stuck? Let me help you move forward, fully unleash your creativity, passion and joy in this powerful, 12 week life-changing course, based on The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. It's not just for artists. You don't need to have "artistic" inclination, experience, or ability to be transformed by this course. You need only motivation, willingness to do the work and commitment to the process. In this class you will get support, accountability, momentum, habit forming behaviors, and a good push toward doing that thing you haven't been doing. And it's so much fun!!
This is a group for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one or loss from life changes such as divorce, retirement, let go from a job and more. The group meets for 6 weeks and attendance at all 6 sessions is recommended. Each week builds on the week before. This is a beautiful group designed to assist individuals who may feel stuck in grief, numb from a loss or having a rough time after a loss. Email or call for dates and times
Hosted by Pat Bardenett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT, CDD
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60601
This is a group for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one or loss from life changes such as divorce, retirement, let go from a job and more. The group meets for 6 weeks and attendance at all 6 sessions is recommended. Each week builds on the week before. This is a beautiful group designed to assist individuals who may feel stuck in grief, numb from a loss or having a rough time after a loss. Email or call for dates and times
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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.