Care without the wait

13 licensed therapists & providers in Indiana—2 in Munster. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

686,000 people sought help with Thriveworks in the last year

Discover how starting grief & loss counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Grief & loss counseling FAQs

What type of counseling is needed when a person cannot get over the grief of losing a loved one?

Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Munster, IN have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.

How does grief and loss counseling work?

Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Munster, IN will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.

Signs I should seek grief counseling

If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.

What counseling theory is best for grief?

There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.

Is grief counseling conducted in person or online?

Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does grief counseling last?

For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Munster accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Indiana | BCBS

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Indiana | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Encore Health Network

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Munster
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Terrance is a really insightful and patience person and is really easy to talk to.
Quynn Mar 2026
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★★★★★
Since starting therapy - Jen has been quite understanding and informative during our sessions. I appreciate her non-judgemental attitude and her professionalism. I have only used email to reach her after my dog passed away - and her reply will always warm my heart. She is a top notch provider and I think my stars she was assigned me those many years ago.
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Timothy Mar 2026
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★★★★★
I appreciate her ability to listen and understand my issues as well as provide great feedback and explanations. She also provides wonderful advice, support, and coping skills.
Annabel Mar 2026
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★★★★★
My anxiety levels have improved dramatically since I have been seeing Jennifer Cramer for EMDR therapy. She is a true expert in her field; highly skilled and educated. I can’t tell you how good it feels to be functioning like a normal person again. Finding Jennifer was a true godsend!
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Alonzo Jan 2026
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★★★★★
Jen is amazing. I would recommend her to a friend or colleague in a second.
Taliah Jan 2026
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★★★★★
Jen's demeanor has been most helpful in my exploring many topics that have been pushed to the background, In such a way I do not feel threatened and know am safe. Since starting therapy with Jen - I have felt a good relationship and believe we can tackle many subjects together. Thank you for having her on your team
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Zaria Dec 2025
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★★★★★
My provider has been great to work with and has provided many resources.
Rosalie Dec 2025
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★★★★★
My therapist is amazing
Cecelia Dec 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

9245 Calumet Ave Suite 100-I
Munster, IN 46321

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Munster is located near Calumet Avenue and Fran-lin Parkway. It is just a short distance from Centennial Park and near the Community Hospital campus.

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Phone number

(574) 701-3351
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Languages spoken by IN providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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