Grief Therapists in Old Irving Park, Chicago, IL

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Chicago, Illinois. I believe in creating meaningful and lasting positive changes unique to the individual. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy, as well as Person-Centered, and Solution Focused Therapy. I use openness and a sense of humor to facilitate healthy and safe relationships. During therapy, I aim to work collaboratively to make lasting healthy life changes in a non-judgemental and safe environment using mindfulness, compassion, and other therapeutic techniques. I work with both adolescents and adults both in person and via teletherapy.

Maggie O'Neill is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. Maggie cares deeply about others and genuinely desires to empower her clients. She strives to meet people where they are and helps them rediscover their own strengths and resiliency. Maggie takes an integrative approach to counseling because every individual is unique and deserves therapy tailored to their needs. Maggie enjoys using techniques from a variety of methods such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Evelyn uses Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytical, Developmental Psychology, CBT, Child-Parent Psychotherapy.

Kathleen Monforton, LCSW, creates a safe and judgement free space to receive the support you need to live the life you desire. She provides therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples. Kathleen treats those struggling with substance use, mood disorders, anxiety, panic, life adjustments, stress management, dating, interpersonal relationships, or just "adulting". She has previously worked in community mental health & emergency room settings. Kathleen has extensive experience working with individuals with more severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia in community, group home, and supportive living environments.

Liz Casaclang Melo is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois. She graduated from Argosy University with an MA in Clinical Psychology. Liz is a very open and empathetic person who values having a therapeutic relationship with her patients. Liz has had the opportunity to work with patients from different backgrounds, ethnicity, and BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Outside of work, Liz enjoys the outdoors, especially biking and swimming. She loves hanging out with her family and their 3 dogs, and barbeques. She admits she is a foodie.

As a biracial human, I understand the juggling process between developing identity while also finding a sense of belonging within communities. Doing this on top of just simply learning how to be an adult and manage emotions can be a difficult juggling process! I prioritize the awareness of various factors like multiculturalism, oppression, trauma, and neurodiversity when working on deepening your understanding of yourself and reintegrating the connection between your mind, body, and spirit. Due to these factors, I bring my genuine personality to help build trust in the therapeutic relationship.

You have felt unseen and unheard. But you know deep down that you are worthy. I know that you are. The challenges in life you once were able to navigate with ease are now more daunting than ever. You have turned to avoidance, substances, shopping, you name it! But none of these are helping. What you need now is someone to empathize with you. Someone who gets it, to see you and support you while you examine those unpleasant feelings and sensations.

You feel overwhelmed, overworked, and the stress makes it hard to focus or even breath sometimes. Being an entrepreneur, small business owner, fellow creative, self-starter, or go-getter, you value being a risk-taker and know what you want for yourself and your family, but you just get overwhelmed with navigating the moving pieces and getting into habits of taking care of others before yourself. You are questioning "am I going to make it?" or "can I do this?" and part of you is having a dance party saying "hell yeah!" and another part is pointing a judging finger or exhausted from comparison fatigue. Lets make a change!

Life is unpredictable. Anxiety and depression is something we all experience. Everyone handles things in their own unique way. Dealing with things alone can be overwhelming. Sometimes we try running away from it all. How do we know when it's too much for us to handle? When it impacts our relationships and self esteem. That's when you need a helping hand to help you regain your balance. We can work together to identify what the right treatment is for you.

Life has a funny way of doing the exact opposite of what you’d hope—and when it does, it feels anything but funny. It may feel closer to being stuck, out of control, or somewhere in between. Above all else it feels bleak, and I’m not here to tell you it isn’t. But I can tell you the good news: no matter what you'r bringing to therapy, you carry the coolest, most beautiful parts of being human within you already. I work with individuals and couples to help them reconnect to their true selves so they can shine—in good times and bad.

Cara McGhee, LPC takes a holistic eclectic approach to therapy. With the holistic aspect, Cara addresses symptoms as one way an individual's cognizance can convey consideration to an individual's advance perception. In the eclectic aspect, Cara uses various theoretical approaches to meet client's needs. Cara also addresses the therapeutic relationship with the belief that a stable relationship incorporates trust, authenticity, autonomy and optimistic outcomes. Cara has experience with survivors and offenders of domestic violence, substance use, parenting, and ran a court ordered anger management program.

Lara received her Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from The University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. Lara specializes in working with adolescents, teens, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, OCD, eating disorders, trauma, and addiction. Lara has experience working with a wide demographic in various settings, including residential, outpatient, and individual treatment programs. Lara uses a client-centered approach to healing, meeting clients where they are at and working in collaboration to create an individualized treatment plan.

Kimberly Curtis is a therapist, who has been practicing since 2020. She graduated from Adler University in Chicago, IL with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling. Kimberly believes in creating a safe space in the therapy room. She makes her clients a priority, tailoring theories and therapeutic techniques to fit the client's needs. Her goal during therapy is to make sure the client feels safe and understood. She aims to create a welcoming environment, while encouraging clients to challenge their irrational beliefs and maladaptive behaviors.

Hana Crnovrsanin is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois. She has a MA in Social Work from The University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work and a BA in Sociology and Criminal Justice from North Park University. Hana has personally experienced a variety of difficult life circumstances and conditions that placed her in a position to understand, validate, and create a safe space for individuals to not only express their current life stressors but to also have them understood.

Lucretia Mayer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2015. Lucretia is uniquely skilled in working with professionals like caregivers, medical professionals, social workers, and counselors, focusing on managing career and emotional burnout, which is increasingly relevant in today's high-stress work/living environments. Her approach is characterized by a deep sense of empathy, respect, sensitivity, and compassion, emphasizing the importance of a supportive and understanding therapeutic relationship.

Jay Butterfield, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Illinois since 2019, brings a wealth of expertise and compassion to his practice. Armed with an MS from Mercer University, Jay is dedicated to employing research-based techniques and practices to enhance the well-being of his clients. Jay's unique professional background, including extensive work in research and as a Clinical Rehabilitation Counselor, has honed his focus on addressing medical issues and the impact these diagnoses have on everyday life. His commitment extends to providing specialized support to adolescents and teens, recognizing the unique challenges they face .

Shelby Duran is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago's Social Service Administration Program. Shelby's treatment philosophy is eclectic and holistic. She believes that not one single approach works for every person and practices from a psychodynamic lens, acknowledging that our history directly impacts our present and future. Shelby also believes in the importance of our mind-body connection and the way that mental health impacts our physical health.

My name is Aillen (Lynn) Ford. I am a licensed clinical social worker who utilizes a variety of evidence-based strategies to provide you with the tools you require to address your treatment goals. I have over a decade of experience working with people of all ages. My focus has recently been on 18-65 years old with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and communication issues in regard to relationships and parenting. My focus has recently been on 18-65 years old with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, ADHD, and communication issues in regard to relationships and parenting.

Feeling at home with your therapist is crucial when it comes to therapy. My therapeutic approach is focused on respecting my clients’ beliefs while understanding their strengths, resources, and any barriers they may face. I am passionate about helping my clients reach their goals and providing them with the tools they need to meet their definition of success.