Grief Treatment Centers in Chicago, IL

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New Life Knew Solutions
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60651
New Life Knew Solutions/Community Wellness Group is a community-based behavioral health agency providing trauma-informed, strength-based services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. We provide comprehensive, community-based, in-person and telehealth services tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Our mission is to enhance mental health awareness, promote empowerment, and expand access to quality, individualized care and to help change lives one person at a time across the Chicagoland area.
New Life Knew Solutions/Community Wellness Group is a community-based behavioral health agency providing trauma-informed, strength-based services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. We provide comprehensive, community-based, in-person and telehealth services tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Our mission is to enhance mental health awareness, promote empowerment, and expand access to quality, individualized care and to help change lives one person at a time across the Chicagoland area.
(773) 985-4440 View (773) 985-4440
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Best Therapies
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60618
An inclusive group practice of Emotion Experts, Trauma-Informed Therapists, Gender Guides, and Sex-Positive Relationship Nerds, here to help. Let's celebrate you. You may feel your true, joyful self is hidden under layers of depression, anxiety, guilt, or shame. Maybe you’re trying to figure out how to achieve your dreams of living the life you were meant to live. Maybe you’re trying to deal with being alone for the first time, or again. Or maybe you’re trying to manage a relationship that has gotten very tense, or is long distance. You may have had a negative experience with therapy in the past. We’re on your team, and we’re here to help.
An inclusive group practice of Emotion Experts, Trauma-Informed Therapists, Gender Guides, and Sex-Positive Relationship Nerds, here to help. Let's celebrate you. You may feel your true, joyful self is hidden under layers of depression, anxiety, guilt, or shame. Maybe you’re trying to figure out how to achieve your dreams of living the life you were meant to live. Maybe you’re trying to deal with being alone for the first time, or again. Or maybe you’re trying to manage a relationship that has gotten very tense, or is long distance. You may have had a negative experience with therapy in the past. We’re on your team, and we’re here to help.
(773) 250-3135 View (773) 250-3135
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Midwest Counseling & Diagnostics
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60601
Midwest Counseling & Diagnostic Center is an outpatient mental health group practice with two convenient locations in downtown Chicago and in the northern suburb of Northbrook. Composed of exceptional, compassionate and highly-trained therapists, we are dedicated to providing the most current research-backed techniques and treatment.
Midwest Counseling & Diagnostic Center is an outpatient mental health group practice with two convenient locations in downtown Chicago and in the northern suburb of Northbrook. Composed of exceptional, compassionate and highly-trained therapists, we are dedicated to providing the most current research-backed techniques and treatment.
(312) 586-1473 View (312) 586-1473
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Chicago Compass Counseling, LLC
Treatment Center
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60601
We have therapists who specialize in anxiety, alcohol use, trauma, grief, relationship stress, body image concerns, and neurodivergence.
Some experiences are hard to carry alone. Maybe you're holding things together outside while quietly struggling with anxiety, alcohol use, or burnout that's hard to explain. At Chicago Compass Counseling, we partner with people motivated to make a change, even if they're not sure where to begin. Our therapists use evidence-based and relational approaches for real support. When you reach out, you'll be matched with someone who fits your needs. While your care is private and one-on-one, you'll be working with a therapist who is part of a team grounded in collective care and liberatory values.
We have therapists who specialize in anxiety, alcohol use, trauma, grief, relationship stress, body image concerns, and neurodivergence.
Some experiences are hard to carry alone. Maybe you're holding things together outside while quietly struggling with anxiety, alcohol use, or burnout that's hard to explain. At Chicago Compass Counseling, we partner with people motivated to make a change, even if they're not sure where to begin. Our therapists use evidence-based and relational approaches for real support. When you reach out, you'll be matched with someone who fits your needs. While your care is private and one-on-one, you'll be working with a therapist who is part of a team grounded in collective care and liberatory values.
(312) 635-4052 x1 View (312) 635-4052 x1
Photo of Lynda Galea - Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop - PHP, IOP & TMS, Treatment Center
Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop offers in-person and online therapy and psychiatry for adolescents and adults, plus adult PHP/IOP (including virtual IOP) for mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolar. We also provide TMS for treatment-resistant depression (18+) and psychological testing. We treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, stress, trauma, and more. LGBTQIA+ friendly and committed to inclusive, compassionate care. Our expert providers create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to support every step of your journey.
Clarity Clinic Chicago Loop offers in-person and online therapy and psychiatry for adolescents and adults, plus adult PHP/IOP (including virtual IOP) for mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolar. We also provide TMS for treatment-resistant depression (18+) and psychological testing. We treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, stress, trauma, and more. LGBTQIA+ friendly and committed to inclusive, compassionate care. Our expert providers create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to support every step of your journey.
(872) 312-9181 View (872) 312-9181
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Introspective Family Wellness
Treatment Center
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
We honor all families and their members wherever they are on their journey, even through restructuring and divorce as well as pet loss.
How can I help my child feel better? Is it time to consider divorce? Why can't my adult children just get along? We know that our families are supposed to be our greatest source of strength and they can also be the most difficult relationships to navigate. We believe when family members do their own internal emotional work, their relationships can be healing and supportive for them; we can thrive both on our own and in the family system. We offer to see all the members of your family together or individually and then collaborate on ways to help your whole family system function in a more healthy and productive way.
We honor all families and their members wherever they are on their journey, even through restructuring and divorce as well as pet loss.
How can I help my child feel better? Is it time to consider divorce? Why can't my adult children just get along? We know that our families are supposed to be our greatest source of strength and they can also be the most difficult relationships to navigate. We believe when family members do their own internal emotional work, their relationships can be healing and supportive for them; we can thrive both on our own and in the family system. We offer to see all the members of your family together or individually and then collaborate on ways to help your whole family system function in a more healthy and productive way.
(773) 717-2965 View (773) 717-2965
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CORE - Center of Relational Empowerment, PC
Treatment Center
9 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
CORE - it's our most essential part, and it's central to our well being. Our core is where we house our intuition, our strength, and our wisdom. And when we lose touch with our core, we lose touch with ourselves, and with the people around us. At CORE, we can help you find your foundation, strengthen it, and use it to empower yourself and your relationships with others. Your core is made up of many elements: your relationships with family and friends, your values, your beliefs, your culture, and your personality.
CORE - it's our most essential part, and it's central to our well being. Our core is where we house our intuition, our strength, and our wisdom. And when we lose touch with our core, we lose touch with ourselves, and with the people around us. At CORE, we can help you find your foundation, strengthen it, and use it to empower yourself and your relationships with others. Your core is made up of many elements: your relationships with family and friends, your values, your beliefs, your culture, and your personality.
(312) 470-4302 View (312) 470-4302
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Resilience Rising
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60647
We created Resilience Rising in 2019 as an intentional alternative to other group therapy practices. Turning away from the focus of “what is wrong with you” to what happened to you, and most importantly what is right with you. Every human is born with the intrinsic ability to be resilient; it is there waiting and wanting to be discovered. We have become therapists because we know the immense power and healing that can happen in session. Our therapists are authentic, relational, and direct in efforts to promote the change you want in your life.
We created Resilience Rising in 2019 as an intentional alternative to other group therapy practices. Turning away from the focus of “what is wrong with you” to what happened to you, and most importantly what is right with you. Every human is born with the intrinsic ability to be resilient; it is there waiting and wanting to be discovered. We have become therapists because we know the immense power and healing that can happen in session. Our therapists are authentic, relational, and direct in efforts to promote the change you want in your life.
(872) 267-9855 View (872) 267-9855
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Ascend Consultation In Health Care
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60611
Ascend Consultation In Health Care (Ascend) is Illinois' premier provider of Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Sport/Performance and Eating Disorders support. Our award-winning team offers compassionate, comprehensive care to improve the emotional health of individuals of all ages. Our programs are tailored specifically to the needs of each individual, offering a spectrum of services and support. Convenient locations are available in Chicago, Champaign, Northbrook, and via Telehealth. It is our privilege to make this process easier for you.
Ascend Consultation In Health Care (Ascend) is Illinois' premier provider of Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Sport/Performance and Eating Disorders support. Our award-winning team offers compassionate, comprehensive care to improve the emotional health of individuals of all ages. Our programs are tailored specifically to the needs of each individual, offering a spectrum of services and support. Convenient locations are available in Chicago, Champaign, Northbrook, and via Telehealth. It is our privilege to make this process easier for you.
(872) 231-3799 View (872) 231-3799
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Greywood Health Center
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60610
At Greywood, we are committed to identifying, understanding and treating the unique behavioral health issues that affect adolescents and young adults, and in turn, their families, schools, and communities. We specialize in intensive behavioral health services (PHP / IOP) for ages 13-30. Our multi-disciplinary team, led by a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, is highly experienced in the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, impulsivity maladaptive coping and co-occurring disorders.
At Greywood, we are committed to identifying, understanding and treating the unique behavioral health issues that affect adolescents and young adults, and in turn, their families, schools, and communities. We specialize in intensive behavioral health services (PHP / IOP) for ages 13-30. Our multi-disciplinary team, led by a board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, is highly experienced in the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, impulsivity maladaptive coping and co-occurring disorders.
(312) 313-8483 View (312) 313-8483
Photo of Our Intake Therapist - Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute Treatment Center, Treatment Center
Thank you for taking the time to consider reaching out to us for help. The Treatment Center of the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute provides in-depth individual, couple, group and family therapy. Through our community-based programs, we also serve many underserved neighborhoods across the greater Chicagoland area. So, whether you are an individual struggling with Depression, Anxiety, recurring relationship problems, or find yourself at an impasse in life and having questions about who you are or what you really want, our clinicians are here to help. If your child or teenager seems to be struggling in some way, our clinicians are here to help.
Thank you for taking the time to consider reaching out to us for help. The Treatment Center of the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute provides in-depth individual, couple, group and family therapy. Through our community-based programs, we also serve many underserved neighborhoods across the greater Chicagoland area. So, whether you are an individual struggling with Depression, Anxiety, recurring relationship problems, or find yourself at an impasse in life and having questions about who you are or what you really want, our clinicians are here to help. If your child or teenager seems to be struggling in some way, our clinicians are here to help.
(312) 821-6804 View (312) 821-6804
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Wildflower Center for Emotional Health
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642
We are a women-founded and owned mental health clinic with over a decade of expertise providing specialized mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. Grounded in commitment to clinical excellence, transformative education, and advocacy, our team of psychotherapists advances care, support, and awareness in key areas of mental health, including the transition to parenthood, reproductive challenges, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, sexual health, and relationships. We offer convenient online scheduling. Book your first appointment in 5 minutes or less!
We are a women-founded and owned mental health clinic with over a decade of expertise providing specialized mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. Grounded in commitment to clinical excellence, transformative education, and advocacy, our team of psychotherapists advances care, support, and awareness in key areas of mental health, including the transition to parenthood, reproductive challenges, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, sexual health, and relationships. We offer convenient online scheduling. Book your first appointment in 5 minutes or less!
(872) 250-4161 View (872) 250-4161
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Phoenix Clinic Chicago
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60605
Located via telehealth and within the South Loop and Wicker Park communities of Chicago, Illinois, Phoenix Clinic Chicago offers quality therapeutic services for all individuals, couples, and families. We especially desire to serve Black communities, communities of color, and communities with the limited financial resources to access therapeutic care. One of the key facets of our mission is to bridge the gap of access in the Chicagoland area by offering affordable mental health services that foster healing and bolster connection to sustaining resources after and beyond the therapy room.
Located via telehealth and within the South Loop and Wicker Park communities of Chicago, Illinois, Phoenix Clinic Chicago offers quality therapeutic services for all individuals, couples, and families. We especially desire to serve Black communities, communities of color, and communities with the limited financial resources to access therapeutic care. One of the key facets of our mission is to bridge the gap of access in the Chicagoland area by offering affordable mental health services that foster healing and bolster connection to sustaining resources after and beyond the therapy room.
(708) 304-9930 View (708) 304-9930
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Pinnacle Counseling
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
The counselors at Pinnacle Counseling are dedicated to working with our clients to create a safe, nurturing environment for change for individuals, couples, and families of all ages. Our goal is to work with you to establish what change looks like, assist you in breaking old patterns and overcoming challenges, and to further your personal growth. We meet our clients where they are in the process, and empower them to move forward at the speed which feels most comfortable.
The counselors at Pinnacle Counseling are dedicated to working with our clients to create a safe, nurturing environment for change for individuals, couples, and families of all ages. Our goal is to work with you to establish what change looks like, assist you in breaking old patterns and overcoming challenges, and to further your personal growth. We meet our clients where they are in the process, and empower them to move forward at the speed which feels most comfortable.
(312) 262-4904 View (312) 262-4904
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Fleming Family Therapy
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
At Fleming Family Therapy, we believe everyone deserves compassionate, personalized mental health care. Our clinicians offer a safe, welcoming space for individuals, couples, families, teens, and parents to grow, heal, and connect. Using modern, evidence-based methods, we tailor therapy to your unique goals and life experiences. Whether you prefer in-person sessions or convenient telehealth, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
At Fleming Family Therapy, we believe everyone deserves compassionate, personalized mental health care. Our clinicians offer a safe, welcoming space for individuals, couples, families, teens, and parents to grow, heal, and connect. Using modern, evidence-based methods, we tailor therapy to your unique goals and life experiences. Whether you prefer in-person sessions or convenient telehealth, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
(312) 262-3794 View (312) 262-3794
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Mind Body Co-op
Treatment Center
11 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
Our clinical team works together for solution focused healing and address addressing issues related to: Abuse, Addictions, Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA), Anger, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bullying, Codependence, Confidence, Cross-Cultural Issues, Chronic Pain, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Exercise, Addiction, Family of Origin difficulties, Grief & Loss, Immigration & Acculturation adjustments, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Neglect, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Parenting Challenges, Personality Disorders, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Self-Injur,y Sexual Exploitation, Trauma & Work-Related Stress.
Mind Body Co-op is Chicago's premiere space to discover and explore what is occurring internally at the cognitive, emotional, and physical levels. This unique, holistic approach to treatment of trauma, co-dependence, addiction, unmanageability with food, and mood disorders provides clients an opportunity to heal holistically and efficiently. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, bringing together the mind and the body opens you up to limitless possibilities. MBC provides thoughtful, collaborative, and complete care to help you reach your goals and navigate your best life. The MBC team works together to offer services to help you access your whole self for holistic healing and wellness. MBC offers a variety of clinical services including Individual (adults, teens, couples ) Family, & Group Psychotherapy, DBT Skills Training, Medication Management, Adventure Therapy and Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing, Yoga, Nutrition and Reiki therapies. The MBC team is available for consultation about what service or combination of services will align with your goals.
Our clinical team works together for solution focused healing and address addressing issues related to: Abuse, Addictions, Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA), Anger, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bullying, Codependence, Confidence, Cross-Cultural Issues, Chronic Pain, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Exercise, Addiction, Family of Origin difficulties, Grief & Loss, Immigration & Acculturation adjustments, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Neglect, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Parenting Challenges, Personality Disorders, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem Issues, Self-Injur,y Sexual Exploitation, Trauma & Work-Related Stress.
Mind Body Co-op is Chicago's premiere space to discover and explore what is occurring internally at the cognitive, emotional, and physical levels. This unique, holistic approach to treatment of trauma, co-dependence, addiction, unmanageability with food, and mood disorders provides clients an opportunity to heal holistically and efficiently. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, bringing together the mind and the body opens you up to limitless possibilities. MBC provides thoughtful, collaborative, and complete care to help you reach your goals and navigate your best life. The MBC team works together to offer services to help you access your whole self for holistic healing and wellness. MBC offers a variety of clinical services including Individual (adults, teens, couples ) Family, & Group Psychotherapy, DBT Skills Training, Medication Management, Adventure Therapy and Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing, Yoga, Nutrition and Reiki therapies. The MBC team is available for consultation about what service or combination of services will align with your goals.
(312) 487-3526 View (312) 487-3526
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The Claret Center
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60615
The Claret Center was originally founded over three decades ago by two formation directors, who recognized a growing need for professional psychotherapists that acknowledged and supported spiritual values, as well as for spiritual directors who possessed sound knowledge of psychological principles. Today, Claret remains committed to its initial vision - providing quality service in the areas of psychotherapy, spiritual direction, body therapies, and the integration of these disciplines. Although our staff psychotherapists come from multiple backgrounds, we share a common reverence and awe for the emotional, psychological, physical, social and spiritual complexity of all who come through our doors. Our staff psychotherapists represent diverse areas of expertise and interests. We work with individuals throughout the life span, and provide therapy for individuals, couples, families and groups. We also offer a range of psychological assessment services, and are host to a wide range of informative workshops, classes, and group experiences. Our center is focused on healing and healthy practices, with the ultimate goal of nurturing the mind, body and spirit. We welcome you to join us, and hope that we can serve as resources throughout your human journey.
The Claret Center was originally founded over three decades ago by two formation directors, who recognized a growing need for professional psychotherapists that acknowledged and supported spiritual values, as well as for spiritual directors who possessed sound knowledge of psychological principles. Today, Claret remains committed to its initial vision - providing quality service in the areas of psychotherapy, spiritual direction, body therapies, and the integration of these disciplines. Although our staff psychotherapists come from multiple backgrounds, we share a common reverence and awe for the emotional, psychological, physical, social and spiritual complexity of all who come through our doors. Our staff psychotherapists represent diverse areas of expertise and interests. We work with individuals throughout the life span, and provide therapy for individuals, couples, families and groups. We also offer a range of psychological assessment services, and are host to a wide range of informative workshops, classes, and group experiences. Our center is focused on healing and healthy practices, with the ultimate goal of nurturing the mind, body and spirit. We welcome you to join us, and hope that we can serve as resources throughout your human journey.
(773) 377-8790 View (773) 377-8790
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LoSAH Center of Hope
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60647
The LoSAH Center of Hope provides accessible, bilingual, and quality individual, couples, & family therapy to community residents of ALL ages in Logan Square, Hermosa, & Avondale in Chicago. To determine if you live within the area that we serve and to request services, please visit our website. / El LoSAH Centro de Esperanza ofrece terapia familiar e individual accesible, bilingüe, y de calidad a los residentes de TODAS las edades de las comunidades de Logan Square, Hermosa y Avondale en Chicago. Para determinar si usted vive dentro del área que servimos y para solicitar servicios, por favor visite nuestro sitio web.
The LoSAH Center of Hope provides accessible, bilingual, and quality individual, couples, & family therapy to community residents of ALL ages in Logan Square, Hermosa, & Avondale in Chicago. To determine if you live within the area that we serve and to request services, please visit our website. / El LoSAH Centro de Esperanza ofrece terapia familiar e individual accesible, bilingüe, y de calidad a los residentes de TODAS las edades de las comunidades de Logan Square, Hermosa y Avondale en Chicago. Para determinar si usted vive dentro del área que servimos y para solicitar servicios, por favor visite nuestro sitio web.
(773) 433-1995 View (773) 433-1995
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Monarch Interventions, PLLC
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60654
Monarch Interventions, PLLC is a Chicago-based, national provider of clinically sophisticated addiction intervention services. We work with families navigating complex substance use and behavioral health crises, offering a highly personalized, discreet, and systems-oriented approach. Our team of seasoned clinicians goes beyond traditional intervention models—focusing not only on treatment entry, but on restoring stability, alignment, and long-term healing within the entire family system.
Monarch Interventions, PLLC is a Chicago-based, national provider of clinically sophisticated addiction intervention services. We work with families navigating complex substance use and behavioral health crises, offering a highly personalized, discreet, and systems-oriented approach. Our team of seasoned clinicians goes beyond traditional intervention models—focusing not only on treatment entry, but on restoring stability, alignment, and long-term healing within the entire family system.
(708) 856-8946 View (708) 856-8946
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Compass Health Center – Chicago
Treatment Center
Chicago, IL 60618
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
(773) 862-8796 View (773) 862-8796

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Grief Treatment Centers
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.