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Carrah Zomick, LCPC
Therapy for Grief, Caregiver Stress & Life Transitions in Illinois
Relational, trauma-informed therapy for adults navigating grief, loss, caregiver stress, life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
Adults
Illinois · Virtual Sessions
In-Person · West Dundee, IL
600 Spring Hill Ring Rd, West Dundee, IL 60118
Aetna IL · BCBS IL · UnitedHealthcare · Private Pay
Accepting New Clients
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Grief doesn't follow a schedule, and it doesn't always look like sadness. Whether you've lost someone, experienced a major change, or are grieving the life you expected, we'll make room for whatever comes up.
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Taking care of someone you love can be meaningful and completely exhausting. If you're feeling overwhelmed, guilty, resentful, or stretched too thin, therapy can be a place where your needs get some attention, too.
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Sometimes anxiety looks like constant worry. Other times, depression looks like barely having the energy to get through the day. We'll explore what's happening, what might be contributing, and ways to make things feel more manageable.
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It's easy to lose track of yourself when you've spent years meeting everyone else's needs. We'll look at the roles you've taken on, the expectations you're carrying, and what you actually want for yourself.
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If you feel responsible for other people's happiness, struggle to say no, or keep putting yourself last, there's usually a reason. We'll explore those patterns and work toward relationships where your needs matter, too.
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Difficult experiences can shape how we see ourselves, relate to others, and respond to stress. We won't rush through your story. We'll focus on understanding what you've experienced and finding ways to feel more supported in the present.
Therapy for Grief, Anxiety & Emotional Well-Being
You don't have to pretend everything is fine here.
I know therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you're already exhausted from everything life has thrown at you.
My style is warm, direct, and pretty down-to-earth. I believe therapy should feel like a real conversation, not like you're being analyzed or told what you're doing wrong. And yes, sometimes there's room for humor, too.
I'm interested in understanding what you've been through, how you've learned to cope, and what you might need now. Some of those coping strategies may have helped you survive difficult experiences, even if they aren't working quite as well anymore.
I draw from attachment-based and person-centered therapy, ACT, DBT, CBT, motivational interviewing, and parts work. We'll figure out what feels useful together.
Therapy for Grief, Loss & Caregiver Burnout
You can love someone deeply and still feel completely exhausted.
Grief and caregiving can bring up emotions that aren't always easy to admit. Sadness, anger, guilt, resentment, relief, and sometimes all of them in the same day.
Maybe you're caring for a parent, supporting a loved one through illness, or trying to adjust to life after a loss.
You might be so focused on getting through each day that you haven't had much room to think about how you're doing.
I believe there's value in acknowledging all of it, including the feelings you think you aren't supposed to have.
We can talk about what you've lost, what you're carrying, and what you need now. I'm not here to tell you how to grieve or how much you should be able to handle.
And when there's room for laughter or a little lightness, that's welcome here, too.
Culturally Grounded Care
I recognize the importance of cultural humility in all areas of life, but especially within the therapeutic relationship.
Because of the power dynamics that exist in therapy, I am committed to acknowledging how culture, identity, family systems, and systemic factors shape the life experiences of each of my clients.
I also recognize that my understanding of the world is limited. In order to create a safe, validating, and equitable space, I take the stance of a lifelong learner and view clients as the experts in their own lives.
My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship where all parts of your experience are welcomed, respected, and understood.
Online & In-Person Therapy for Adults in Illinois
I work with adults dealing with loss, caregiving responsibilities, anxiety, relationship challenges, and major life changes. Whether you're going through something difficult right now or still making sense of something that happened years ago, we can start there.
Grief & Loss
Death of a loved one
Anticipatory grief
Major life changes
Mental Health
Anxiety & depression
Trauma & stress
Emotional overwhelm
Caregiver Stress
Caregiver burnout
Family responsibilities
Guilt & exhaustion
Relationships & Identity
Codependency
Self-worth & boundaries
Relationship patterns
Therapy for Grief, Caregiver Stress & Emotional Healing: Common Questions
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There's no specific point when grief becomes something you need therapy for. Some people reach out soon after a loss, while others seek support months or years later. If grief is affecting your relationships, daily life, or sense of yourself, counseling can help. You also don't have to wait until things feel unbearable to talk to someone.
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Absolutely. Caregiving can be emotionally and physically exhausting, even when you're doing it for someone you love deeply. Feeling frustrated, resentful, or wishing things were different doesn't mean you don't care. Therapy gives you room to talk about those feelings without judgment and explore ways to support yourself while caring for someone else.
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Yes. Anticipatory grief can happen when someone you love is seriously ill or when you're facing an expected loss. You might experience sadness, anxiety, guilt, anger, or uncertainty about what comes next. Therapy can help you process those feelings while also making room for the relationship and experiences you're having right now.
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That happens more often than people realize. When you've spent years being the responsible one, your own needs can become easy to overlook. We can explore the roles you've taken on, how they've affected you, and what taking care of yourself might realistically look like. It doesn't have to mean abandoning the people you love.
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I offer virtual therapy for adults throughout Illinois through Sohail Counseling & Care, as well as in-person sessions at our West Dundee office. My work includes grief, loss, caregiver burnout, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. I'm currently accepting new clients, and you can schedule a consultation to learn more.
RELATIONAL THERAPY, ROOTED IN YOU
Ready to Begin?
You don't need to have the right words or know exactly what you need. We can start with what's been weighing on you.
Carrah is accepting new clients.
