Grit & Grace Therapy

10/31/2025

We had a FUNtastic time at Mahomet’s Trunk or Treat! It was so awesome seeing all the kiddos (and adult kiddos) in their super cool costumes.

10/29/2025

💙 Finding Hope with Spravato® Treatment 💙

At Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry, we understand that depression can feel overwhelming — especially when traditional medications haven’t brought the relief you deserve.

That’s why we offer Spravato® (esketamine) treatment, an FDA-approved option for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder with suicidal thoughts or actions.

✨ What makes Spravato different? ✨

▪️It works on a different brain pathway than traditional antidepressants.

▪️It’s administered in our comfortable, supportive office environment under close provider supervision.

▪️Many patients experience meaningful improvements in mood, energy, and overall outlook.

You don’t have to face depression alone — there is hope, and we’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way. 💙

📞 Call us: 217-530-5608
📧 Email: gritandgraceillinois@gmail.com

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Owner of Grit & Grace Therapy and LCSW Jessica McClellan, along with PMHNP Lauren Harrington, talk with ciLiving Host Jaclyn Friedlander about all the servic...

10/24/2025

Before Certified Medical Assistant Week comes to an end, we want to take a moment to recognize our very own CMA — Mandie Blazek! 💙

Mandie is the heart of our office — always greeting patients with a warm smile and a positive attitude that brightens everyone’s day. Whether she’s preparing treatment rooms, assisting with Spravato® or TMS sessions, coordinating care with providers, or managing a hundred details behind the scenes, she does it all with compassion and grace.

Our team and patients alike are so lucky to have her. Thank you, Mandie, for everything you do to keep Grit & Grace running smoothly and our patients cared for every step of the way. 💪💙

10/15/2025

💜𝕆𝕔𝕥𝕠𝕓𝕖𝕣 𝕚𝕤 𝔻𝕠𝕞𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕔 𝕍𝕚𝕠𝕝𝕖𝕟𝕔𝕖 𝔸𝕨𝕒𝕣𝕖𝕟𝕖𝕤𝕤 𝕄𝕠𝕟𝕥𝕙💜

You are not alone. You are not to blame. You deserve safety, healing, and support.

Domestic violence can affect anyone — regardless of age, gender, career, or background.

It’s not just physical. It can also look like:
•Controlling who you see, what you do, or how you spend money
•Isolation from friends and family
•Emotional manipulation, intimidation, or threats
•Constant criticism or humiliation
•Withholding access to resources, transportation, or help

At Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry, we see the courage it takes to reach out.Our team offers trauma-informed therapy, medication management, and advanced treatments to support healing — especially for first responders, veterans, and families who serve and protect others while quietly carrying their own pain.

💜 You deserve peace and safety — not fear.
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10/08/2025

✨ Hope for Treatment-Resistant Depression ✨

At Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry, we understand that sometimes traditional antidepressants aren’t enough. That’s why we’re proud to offer Spravato® (esketamine) — an FDA-approved treatment designed for adults living with treatment-resistant depression.

💠 May provide symptom relief in as little as 24 hours�
💠 Administered in a safe, supportive environment�
💠 FDA-approved and covered by most major insurance plans

If you or someone you love has tried multiple medications without finding relief, you’re not alone — and there is hope. 💙

📞 Call us at 217-530-5608�
📧 gritandgraceillinois@gmail.com�
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✨ Because your mental health deserves more than one path to healing. ✨

10/04/2025

Our very own Jessica McClellan- up and at em again!

"I decided to open Grit and Grace Therapy when I saw that inclusivity in mental health didn’t always extend to police officers and first responders. My goal was to build

10/02/2025

✨ October is ADHD Awareness Month ✨

ADHD is more than just being “distracted” or “hyper.” It’s a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects focus, organization, memory, and impulse control. It can also come with strengths—like creativity, high energy, and resilience.

At Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry, we believe that understanding ADHD is the first step toward reducing stigma and supporting those who live with it every day. Whether you’re a child, teen, or adult navigating ADHD, you deserve compassion, effective treatment, and strategies that work for you.

💡 This month, let’s:
✔️ Break the myths and stereotypes about ADHD
✔️ Celebrate the strengths that often come with it
✔️ Encourage open conversations and access to care

If you or someone you love is struggling with symptoms of ADHD, know you are not alone—and support is available. Medications can help with focus and impulse control, but therapy, skills training, and lifestyle supports are often needed for long-term success.

📞 Reach out to us at 217-530-5608
📧gritandgraceillinois@gmail.com or visit gritandgraceillinois.com to learn more about our therapy and psychiatry services.

💙 Together, we can raise awareness and build a community of understanding.

09/25/2025

🩵As Su***de Prevention Awareness Month comes to a close, we want to pause and remember what this month has reminded us: every life matters, every story matters, and hope is always within reach.💜

Throughout September, we’ve talked about:
✔️ Knowing the signs
✔️ Asking directly
✔️ Building safety plans
✔️ Honoring the unique burdens carried by First Responders, Veterans, and their families

But su***de prevention doesn’t stop here. It’s a year-round commitment to breaking stigma, starting conversations, and making sure no one has to walk through their darkest moments alone.

📞 If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988 (Veterans press 1).
👥 Reach out to a friend, family member, or trusted provider.
💙 And remember—we’re here, too. At Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry, we walk beside you with counseling, medication management, and advanced treatments.

Together, we can create a community where asking for help is seen as strength, not weakness. 🌟

***dePrevention #988

09/25/2025

🌟 Hey! We know her!! 🌟

We are so proud to share that our very own Jessica McClellan, LCSW — Owner & Founder of Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry — has been named to the News-Gazette’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2025! 🎉

This honor recognizes young professionals making a difference in Champaign County through leadership, service, and dedication. Jessica’s vision, commitment to mental health advocacy, and passion for serving First Responders, Veterans, and our entire community have been the heart of Grit & Grace from the very beginning. 💙

Please join us in congratulating Jessica on this well-deserved recognition, as well as the other 39 winners! 👏

09/17/2025

In moments of crisis, having a plan can save a life. A personal Safety Plan is a simple tool that can help someone feel more grounded and connected when things feel overwhelming.

It includes:
✔️ Recognizing warning signs
✔️ Healthy coping strategies
✔️ Safe people and places
✔️ Numbers to call (friends, family, professionals)
✔️ Crisis lines like 988
✔️ Reducing access to lethal means (locking fi****ms, securing medications, etc.)

Safety planning is an act of hope—it creates space between intense thoughts and dangerous actions. Our clinicians can help you create one that fits your life. Together, we can build steps toward safety and healing.

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09/12/2025

Su***de often comes with warning signs—and knowing them could save a life. Signs may include withdrawing from others, talking about being a burden, giving away possessions, increased alcohol or drug use, hopelessness, or major mood swings.

For First Responders and Veterans, these signs can look different. Watch for things like sudden changes in performance, isolation from the team, reckless behavior, or talk about “being better off gone.” These heroes carry unique burdens, and stigma often keeps them silent.

The hardest part? Asking directly. But your words can make a difference:
👉 “I’ve noticed you’ve seemed down. I care about you. Are you thinking about su***de?”

When we ask, listen without judgment, and connect to 988 (Veterans press 1), we remind others they are not alone. 💛

At Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry, we honor those who serve by offering counseling, medication management, and advanced treatments—because protecting mental health is just as important as protecting others.

09/11/2025

🇺🇸 Remembering 9/11 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the heroes who ran toward danger on September 11, 2001.

We especially remember the first responders, military members, and everyday citizens whose courage and sacrifice continue to inspire us. The ripple effects of that day are still felt, and for many, the grief and trauma remain.

At Grit & Grace Therapy & Psychiatry, we believe in the power of connection, healing, and support. If today stirs up heavy memories or emotions for you, please know you are not alone.

💙 Take a moment to check in with yourself.
💙 Reach out to a friend, family member, or provider if you need support.
💙 If you or someone you know is struggling, dial 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

We will never forget.