Grief Psychiatrists in Woodstock, IL
Welcome to Independence Health & Therapy, where compassionate care meets expertise. Located in Woodstock, Illinois, we offer comprehensive behavioral health services through both in-person and hybrid telehealth sessions. Our dedicated team of Psychiatrists, Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers are committed to providing exceptional therapy and medication management services to clients of all ages.
Welcome to Independence Health & Therapy, where compassionate care meets expertise. Located in Woodstock, Illinois, we offer comprehensive behavioral health services through both in-person and hybrid telehealth sessions. Our dedicated team of Psychiatrists, Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers are committed to providing exceptional therapy and medication management services to clients of all ages.
Dr. Michael Raida is a Psychiatrist specializing in mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and psychiatric symptoms associated with dementia. Dr. Raida graduated from The Chicago Medical School in 2001 and completed his residency in Adult Psychiatry from Duke University in 2005. In 2006 he completed a Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry at Northwestern University. He has been practicing since 2006 at Independence Health & Therapy.
Dr. Michael Raida is a Psychiatrist specializing in mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and psychiatric symptoms associated with dementia. Dr. Raida graduated from The Chicago Medical School in 2001 and completed his residency in Adult Psychiatry from Duke University in 2005. In 2006 he completed a Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry at Northwestern University. He has been practicing since 2006 at Independence Health & Therapy.
Theresa is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who provides thoughtful, comprehensive mental health care to adults and adolescents. She treats a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, ADHD, and substance use disorders. Her clinical experience also includes advanced treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), ketamine-based therapies, IV nutrient therapy, and hormone replacement therapy. Her practice style reflects a strong commitment to integrative psychiatry.
Theresa is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who provides thoughtful, comprehensive mental health care to adults and adolescents. She treats a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, ADHD, and substance use disorders. Her clinical experience also includes advanced treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), ketamine-based therapies, IV nutrient therapy, and hormone replacement therapy. Her practice style reflects a strong commitment to integrative psychiatry.
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As a bariatric recipient myself, I am also very passionate about helping people achieve weight loss & getting their lives back!
My therapeutic style is open, accepting, warm, and genuine. I believe every single person has the ability to overcome challenges, learn from painful experiences and build a life with purpose & meaning. Whether you’re looking for therapy, medication, or need a consultation to be considered for bariatric surgery, I am available to help.
As a bariatric recipient myself, I am also very passionate about helping people achieve weight loss & getting their lives back!
My therapeutic style is open, accepting, warm, and genuine. I believe every single person has the ability to overcome challenges, learn from painful experiences and build a life with purpose & meaning. Whether you’re looking for therapy, medication, or need a consultation to be considered for bariatric surgery, I am available to help.
I work with specific issues such as stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, depression, addictions, eating, sleeping, trauma, anger, family conflicts, grief, religion, self esteem, and more.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the countless providers to choose from? Do your thoughts race, making it difficult to find clarity? Are you struggling with your mood, affecting your ability to fall asleep or even get out of bed? Do you often feel isolated and alone? I truly understand how challenging this can be, and I am here to support you on your journey to regain control and find peace. Let’s work together to navigate these difficulties and create a brighter path forward.
I work with specific issues such as stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, depression, addictions, eating, sleeping, trauma, anger, family conflicts, grief, religion, self esteem, and more.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the countless providers to choose from? Do your thoughts race, making it difficult to find clarity? Are you struggling with your mood, affecting your ability to fall asleep or even get out of bed? Do you often feel isolated and alone? I truly understand how challenging this can be, and I am here to support you on your journey to regain control and find peace. Let’s work together to navigate these difficulties and create a brighter path forward.
My specialty is Oncology patients working as a Registered Nurse giving chemo ,caring and showing patients how to cope with the overwhelming fear, confusion, and overall anxiety and sometimes impending death prognosis that goes along with cancer and other chronic health conditions Thru your use of art, meditation, and coping skills you will get better.
If you are chronically ill and are having a tough time coping with your disease I can help you.. i have rheumatoid arthritis , I understand .the needs of illness.. Iworked as a Registered Nurse many years in a Hospital, In many different areas. My focus is Oncology Nursing . I have bipolar, OCD, ADHD. ,My entire family of 10 also does. I’ve been in remission for over 40 years with meds,therapy, and art. As an artist for 57 years teaching watercolor and I use art therapy to cure all conditions of mental stress. Art alongwith meditation, and finding your coping skills we can make your life a happier and more peaceful one.
My specialty is Oncology patients working as a Registered Nurse giving chemo ,caring and showing patients how to cope with the overwhelming fear, confusion, and overall anxiety and sometimes impending death prognosis that goes along with cancer and other chronic health conditions Thru your use of art, meditation, and coping skills you will get better.
If you are chronically ill and are having a tough time coping with your disease I can help you.. i have rheumatoid arthritis , I understand .the needs of illness.. Iworked as a Registered Nurse many years in a Hospital, In many different areas. My focus is Oncology Nursing . I have bipolar, OCD, ADHD. ,My entire family of 10 also does. I’ve been in remission for over 40 years with meds,therapy, and art. As an artist for 57 years teaching watercolor and I use art therapy to cure all conditions of mental stress. Art alongwith meditation, and finding your coping skills we can make your life a happier and more peaceful one.
Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. Our diverse team of licensed therapists and medical doctors have extensive experience specializing in telehealth, therapy, and psychiatry. We offer a range of services including medication management, individual and group therapy, family counseling, DBT, EMDR, and pregnancy and postpartum care.
Whether you’re managing conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe depression, or dealing with challenges such as anxiety, grief, addiction, anger, or life transitions, we’ll work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and goals.
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to your health. Our diverse team of licensed therapists and medical doctors have extensive experience specializing in telehealth, therapy, and psychiatry. We offer a range of services including medication management, individual and group therapy, family counseling, DBT, EMDR, and pregnancy and postpartum care.
I specialize in helping individuals of all ages, from teens to young adults, adults, and seniors, overcome challenges like anxiety, insomnia, stress, grief, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, and more.
Living with depression, anxiety, or mental health challenges can often feel overwhelming, leaving you uncertain about the next step to take. It's easy to feel like you're stuck in a cycle, but I want you to know there is hope. You deserve to feel supported, understood, and empowered to create positive change in your life. By working together, we can focus on your mental well-being, break through barriers, and help you build the foundation for a stable, fulfilling future.
I specialize in helping individuals of all ages, from teens to young adults, adults, and seniors, overcome challenges like anxiety, insomnia, stress, grief, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, and more.
Living with depression, anxiety, or mental health challenges can often feel overwhelming, leaving you uncertain about the next step to take. It's easy to feel like you're stuck in a cycle, but I want you to know there is hope. You deserve to feel supported, understood, and empowered to create positive change in your life. By working together, we can focus on your mental well-being, break through barriers, and help you build the foundation for a stable, fulfilling future.
Jennifer has experience treating patients with a multitude of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar, schizophrenia, dementia, grief, stress, and substance use, and believes in treating symptoms through a variety of means. She also has extensive experience addressing women’s mental health and LGBTQ-related concerns, ensuring inclusive and supportive care for these communities. She prides herself in being a strong patient advocate and providing compassionate care. Jennifer is dedicated to meeting her patients where they are in their treatment and recovery.
Jennifer has experience treating patients with a multitude of diagnoses including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar, schizophrenia, dementia, grief, stress, and substance use, and believes in treating symptoms through a variety of means. She also has extensive experience addressing women’s mental health and LGBTQ-related concerns, ensuring inclusive and supportive care for these communities. She prides herself in being a strong patient advocate and providing compassionate care. Jennifer is dedicated to meeting her patients where they are in their treatment and recovery.
Are you a woman who is seeking support while navigating depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, bipolar disorder, PMDD, perimenopause, fertility treatments, family planning, pregnancy or infant loss, pregnancy & postpartum?
I am certified as a Perinatal Mental Health Clinician through Postpartum Support International. I have also received additional training in integrative & reproductive psychiatry and love to talk with my clients about options available outside of prescribed medications.
Are you a woman who is seeking support while navigating depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, bipolar disorder, PMDD, perimenopause, fertility treatments, family planning, pregnancy or infant loss, pregnancy & postpartum?
I am certified as a Perinatal Mental Health Clinician through Postpartum Support International. I have also received additional training in integrative & reproductive psychiatry and love to talk with my clients about options available outside of prescribed medications.
In addition to more common conditions, I also support patients dealing with less common challenges such as adjustment disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, psychotic disorder, impulse control disorder, and memory loss.
I have a special interest in women's mental health, specifically in conditions like Prementrual Dysphoric Disorder and postpartum anxiety/depression.
My approach includes both medication management and therapy options, providing a holistic strategy to support your well-being.
In addition to more common conditions, I also support patients dealing with less common challenges such as adjustment disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, psychotic disorder, impulse control disorder, and memory loss.
I have a special interest in women's mental health, specifically in conditions like Prementrual Dysphoric Disorder and postpartum anxiety/depression.
My approach includes both medication management and therapy options, providing a holistic strategy to support your well-being.
Allyson Guzman Monelli
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC, FPA
2 Endorsed
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Hey there, I'm Ally- and yes, you guessed it, I prefer Ally over the whole "Allyson" thing. I've been a nurse practitioner for a few years now, but let me take you on a journey from where it all began. Picture this: I was a mere 15-year old diving into the world of healthcare as a dietary aide at Alexian Village. Yeah, that's right, I started right at the bottom, soaking up the experiences like a sponge. Fast forward a bit, and I found myself rocking new titles of CNA, PCT, and eventually a full-fledged registered nurse. It's like that song "Started from the Bottom," and trust me, I can hum it in my sleep.
Hey there, I'm Ally- and yes, you guessed it, I prefer Ally over the whole "Allyson" thing. I've been a nurse practitioner for a few years now, but let me take you on a journey from where it all began. Picture this: I was a mere 15-year old diving into the world of healthcare as a dietary aide at Alexian Village. Yeah, that's right, I started right at the bottom, soaking up the experiences like a sponge. Fast forward a bit, and I found myself rocking new titles of CNA, PCT, and eventually a full-fledged registered nurse. It's like that song "Started from the Bottom," and trust me, I can hum it in my sleep.
Dr. Lu specializes in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry, who has been practicing since 2010. She also has a PhD in Microbiology & Immunology. Her extensive training in both fields leads her to a unique understanding of the mind and body. She believes in people's potential and strives to develop a personal connection with them.
Dr. Lu specializes in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry, who has been practicing since 2010. She also has a PhD in Microbiology & Immunology. Her extensive training in both fields leads her to a unique understanding of the mind and body. She believes in people's potential and strives to develop a personal connection with them.
I am a Nurse Practitioner with more than two decades of experience in the medical field, specializing in mental health services since 2014. My focus includes treating anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, mood disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). As both a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I bring a unique perspective to patient care, combining my background in primary care and preventative medicine with my expertise in mental health.
I am a Nurse Practitioner with more than two decades of experience in the medical field, specializing in mental health services since 2014. My focus includes treating anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, mood disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). As both a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I bring a unique perspective to patient care, combining my background in primary care and preventative medicine with my expertise in mental health.
I utilize a holistic and comprehensive treatment approach. By combining genetic testing with a variety of assessment screenings (done before your first appointment with me) and fasting lab work- I collect, review, diagnose and then treat to identify just exactly what your body needs to feel well again.
I utilize a holistic and comprehensive treatment approach. By combining genetic testing with a variety of assessment screenings (done before your first appointment with me) and fasting lab work- I collect, review, diagnose and then treat to identify just exactly what your body needs to feel well again.
I'm Eric Martinez, a seasoned family nurse practitioner with a passion for holistic patient care. Over the years, I've dedicated myself to enhancing my expertise, transitioning to specialize in mental health as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. My journey has been driven by a desire to address the multifaceted needs of my patients, recognizing that true well-being encompasses both physical and mental health. In my practice, I strive to empower individuals to make meaningful changes in their lives.
I'm Eric Martinez, a seasoned family nurse practitioner with a passion for holistic patient care. Over the years, I've dedicated myself to enhancing my expertise, transitioning to specialize in mental health as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. My journey has been driven by a desire to address the multifaceted needs of my patients, recognizing that true well-being encompasses both physical and mental health. In my practice, I strive to empower individuals to make meaningful changes in their lives.
I am a compassionate mental health nurse practitioner offering therapy and medication management. I earned my doctorate in nursing from Walden University and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at the University of Cincinnati. I also obtained a Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine.
I am a compassionate mental health nurse practitioner offering therapy and medication management. I earned my doctorate in nursing from Walden University and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at the University of Cincinnati. I also obtained a Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine.
After spending over 10 years working as a registered nurse and nurse educator, I felt the calling to change my focus and serve those struggling with their mental health. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I have a passion for helping men and women overcome depression, anxiety, and attention-deficit disorders. My goal is for you to feel like your best self! Individualized care plans can be made to fit your lifestyle.
After spending over 10 years working as a registered nurse and nurse educator, I felt the calling to change my focus and serve those struggling with their mental health. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I have a passion for helping men and women overcome depression, anxiety, and attention-deficit disorders. My goal is for you to feel like your best self! Individualized care plans can be made to fit your lifestyle.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner committed to empowering my patients to make mental well-being a priority. Since 2021, I have dedicated myself to the field of psychiatry, driven by a profound passion for healing. Within my practice, I emphasize a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the intricate interconnections within our lives. My specialization encompasses a spectrum of mental health challenges, including bipolar disorder, depression, generalized anxiety, hyperactivity, and schizophrenia.
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner committed to empowering my patients to make mental well-being a priority. Since 2021, I have dedicated myself to the field of psychiatry, driven by a profound passion for healing. Within my practice, I emphasize a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the intricate interconnections within our lives. My specialization encompasses a spectrum of mental health challenges, including bipolar disorder, depression, generalized anxiety, hyperactivity, and schizophrenia.
I have expertise in treating and diagnosing ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD/ trauma, OCD, and sleep/wakefulness disorders. Additionally, I offer support for individuals struggling with obesity and related mental health concerns. When treating any condition, I prioritize creating mutual goals with my patients. Oftentimes, patients visit a psychiatric provider and don’t feel they had a voice in their treatment. My passion is helping my patients achieve their goals. In other words, your goals are my goals too. I want you to feel heard and feel we are working towards what you want in treatment.
I have expertise in treating and diagnosing ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD/ trauma, OCD, and sleep/wakefulness disorders. Additionally, I offer support for individuals struggling with obesity and related mental health concerns. When treating any condition, I prioritize creating mutual goals with my patients. Oftentimes, patients visit a psychiatric provider and don’t feel they had a voice in their treatment. My passion is helping my patients achieve their goals. In other words, your goals are my goals too. I want you to feel heard and feel we are working towards what you want in treatment.
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Grief Psychiatrists
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.