7 Best Grief Counselors in Chicago, IL
Grief can feel overwhelming and isolating, leaving you struggling to adjust to your new normal–especially if you’ve experienced a loss that feels invisible to others. At Feel Good Counseling Center, our versatile team of therapists understands that everyone's grief journey is unique. We're here to provide the support, validation, and practical tools you need to navigate this challenging time and find a path forward.
Meet our Chicago grief & loss therapists
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1. Bailey Marcotte, LPC
Bailey creates a warm, accepting space where your grief journey is honored without judgment. Through a blend of evidence-based approaches like CBT and creative techniques, she helps clients process their loss and find meaning again.
Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Clientele: Children, adolescents, and adults
Location: South Barrington, IL
Virtual therapy?: Yes
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2. Victoria Murray, MA, LPC Pending
Victoria specializes in helping children, teens, and young adults navigate the complex emotions of grief. With patience and compassion, she creates a safe space for expressing difficult feelings, understanding that grief moves at its own pace for each individual.
Credentials: MA, LPC Pending
Clientele: Children, adolescents, and young adults
Location: South Barrington, IL
Virtual therapy?: Yes
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3. Crystine DeCant, Intern
Crystine brings a unique perspective to grief counseling, incorporating neuroscience and somatic techniques to address how loss affects both mind and body. She's particularly skilled at helping those dealing with grief alongside chronic illness or pain management challenges.
Credentials: Master’s of Mental Health Counseling student at Northwestern University
Clientele: Adults
Location: South Barrington, IL
Virtual therapy?: Yes
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4. Hannah Adams, Intern
Hannah approaches grief with genuine empathy and a client-centered focus. She excels at helping clients navigate major life transitions and losses, creating a collaborative space where you can process emotions at your own pace while developing practical coping strategies to help you live with the impact of loss.
Credentials: Master’s of Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Bradley University
Clientele: Adults
Location: South Barrington, IL
Virtual therapy?: Yes
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5. Lauren Bartels, Intern
Lauren combines mindfulness-based techniques with a deep understanding of human relationships to support those experiencing grief. Her compassionate approach helps clients honor their loss while gradually rebuilding connection and finding meaning in life after loss.
Credentials: Clinical Mental Health Counseling student
Clientele: Primarily adolescents and young adults
Location: South Barrington, IL
Virtual therapy?: Yes
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6. Brianna Feyereisen, Intern
Brianna's warm, bubbly personality creates an atmosphere where grief can be expressed honestly. She incorporates elements of nature into her therapeutic approach, providing a calming environment where clients can process loss while building self-awareness and resilience.
Credentials: Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern at National Louis University
Clientele: Primarily adults
Location: South Barrington, IL
Virtual therapy?: Yes
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7. Jay Stadtfeld, Intern
Jay's mindfulness-based approach to grief therapy helps clients feel grounded during life's most difficult transitions. With a special interest in fertility-related losses and family challenges, Jay creates a judgment-free space where all emotions are welcomed and validated.
Credentials: Master's in Social Work student at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Clientele: Children and adults
Location: South Barrington, IL
Virtual therapy?: Yes
FAQs about grief counseling
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There's no "right" level of grief—if you're questioning whether you need support, that's reason enough to reach out. We especially recommend seeking help if your grief feels overwhelming, persists without improvement, interferes with daily functioning, or if you're struggling to process your emotions.
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There's no perfect timeline—some people benefit from immediate support, while others may prefer to wait. What matters is that you seek help when you feel ready. Many find that early intervention can provide valuable coping tools during the most intense phases of grief, but it’s also understandable if you want some time to let things settle first.
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We support clients through all types of loss—death of loved ones, pets, miscarriage, divorce, job loss, health diagnoses, or major life transitions. We also recognize "ambiguous losses" like estrangement or caring for someone with dementia. All grief is valid and deserves compassionate support.
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We don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to grief. Our therapists integrate evidence-based practices with personalized care, honoring your unique experience. We focus on providing both emotional support and practical coping strategies, helping you process your loss while gradually rebuilding connection and meaning.
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Clients choose us for our multilingual therapists, flexible scheduling (including evenings and weekends), and financial accessibility, as we accept all Illinois Medicaid plans, among other insurance carriers. Our team also specializes in grief across various life stages, and we've built a reputation for genuine care—many clients stay with us long-term and recommend us to their loved ones.
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Getting started is simple! Request your appointment online, or call us at (773) 280-7405. We'll match you with a therapist based on your needs and preferences. We accept a wide range of insurance plans, including all six Illinois Medicaid plans, BCBS PPO, and offer self-pay options.
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Initially, we'll focus on building our therapeutic relationship and understanding your unique grief experience. As therapy progresses, we'll work together to process difficult emotions, develop coping strategies, and gradually find ways to honor your loss while moving forward. Sessions typically last a bit less than an hour and are available weekdays, evenings, and weekends.