Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC

09/03/2025

Introducing our new fabulous clinician, Cori Nelson!

Cori is a master at blending heart and humor, bringing a calming presence and creative spirit to the therapy experience. In her words, "memes and metaphor are absolutely my language". Also, she will be blunt with you when needed!

Match with any one of our talented team of by scheduling a free consultation on our website! graceandgratitudecounseling.com

08/21/2025

Registration is open for our upcoming IFS Therapy Group!

Our 15-week IFS Therapy Group for adult women is a supportive space where you’ll connect with your inner world, understand your parts, and begin to lead with calm, clarity, and compassion.

Virtual | Mondays 7–9 PM
September 8 – December 15
$45/session | Sliding scale & BCBS PPO accepted
Space is limited — reserve your spot today!

https://www.graceandgratitudecounseling.com/groupsandworkshops

08/14/2025

We all have parts.
A part of you might feel calm, while another part wants to run. A part of you people-pleases. Another part lashes out when it feels unheard.

In our 15-week virtual IFS Therapy Group for women, you’ll learn how to better understand, soothe, and lead these parts with compassion.

Virtual | Mondays 7–9PM | Sept 8–Dec 15
$45/session | BCBS PPO Accepted

A part of you is ready for this.
Register here! https://www.graceandgratitudecounseling.com/groupsandworkshops

08/05/2025

My family has entered new territory with tween texting, and I’m not gonna lie, I don’t hate it. 😂 First she called me a traitor for shopping without her and then I got to tease her with images of sheepy cardigans and Barbie nightgowns (which she is way too cool for now).

Did you know that playfulness is a huge part of staying emotionally regulated and grounded? The phrase “lighten up!” actually does hold some merit, though is easier said than done for many moms who struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma. I highly recommend intentionally leaning into life’s opportunities for childlike humor. In doing so, you can direct some healing energy both inward and toward those you interact with.

-Sarah

07/14/2025

NEW BLOG**

Feeling overwhelmed by the news? You're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone either. 🌿 At Grace & Gratitude Counseling, we help you manage anxiety with compassion, clarity, and care. Click below to read more or reach out to take the next step toward healing. 💛

Struggling with anxiety from constant news updates? Discover practical, therapist-backed strategies to protect your mental health and set healthy boundaries with media.

07/01/2025

Empathy is one of the most powerful tools for building strong, lasting friendships. At its core, empathy is about understanding and sharing someone else’s feelings—not just feeling sorry for them, but truly connecting on an emotional level. If you want to strengthen your friendships, improving your empathy is a great place to start.

Check out our blog for more info! https://www.graceandgratitudecounseling.com/blog/mastering-empathy-strengthening-friendships-through-understanding-and-connection

06/25/2025

Beyond excited to be speaking to a large group of WOMEN in EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP tomorrow morning! We will be discussing “leading from within”, using Self-energy in leadership. Looking for a training, workshop, or event for your school or other organization? We’ve got you! -Sarah Czopek

👏 Www.graceandgratitudecounseling.com/speaking

05/30/2025

Members of the Grace & Gratitude team and family loved serving with Feed My Starving Children last night! What a gift to be able to help others across nations and work towards ending real world hunger.

05/28/2025

Had a great time touring Skyway Behavioral Health’s new location in Downer’s Grove - about 3 minutes from the GGC office! Great space and authentic folks helping people find healing through their IOP and PHP offerings for Complex Trauma and Mood/Anxiety Disorders.

05/21/2025

Looking for a great therapist for anxiety, trauma, and daily life struggles in Downer's Grove, Illinois (or virtual!)? We've got you! Book a free consultation at www.graceandgratitudecounseling.com today!

Ready to begin therapy? Connect with a trauma-informed therapist specializing in EMDR, IFS, ACT, CBT and more for women and teen girls in Illinois.

05/19/2025

These are the excited faces of our Masters Level Interning Clinicians who just graduated and now are officially hired and have OPENINGS! We are on a mission to help 50 new women and teen girls find their perfect therapist this summer. Have you been on the fence about taking that first step? Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC has never had so many spots available!

This is an ideal time to plug in with one of our wonderful clinicians and join our mission as a client. Multiple therapists available as well as our NEW interns who start in a couple weeks and accept sliding scale…!

FREE CONSULTATION: www.graceandgratitudecounseling.com

Happy healing! ❤️❤️❤️

04/22/2025

When you are a therapist and visit your artist mother’s studio, you take full advantage by using the time and space to make some examples for upcoming creative IFS workshops! And also bring some art home for the GGC office in Downer’s Grove 💁‍♀️❤️ Looking forward to spending time with the nine women currently registered for this Saturday’s workshop, Healing Your Inner Critic! - Sarah