A therapist who gets you
Grace O’Leary, LCSW, MT-BC, CT
I’m not here to fix you, I’m here to help you live more fully as your true self. That means honoring the dark and light parts of life, and giving space to all of the parts of you, even the ones you don’t like very much. We won’t ever have a perfect life, but we can find meaning in the life we have. That means feeling our emotions, understanding ourselves and accepting every piece of our story so we can find real peace.
“But I don’t want to talk about my feelings.”
We don’t have to! Sometimes music, art and creativity speak more clearly than we can. I’m a licensed clinical social worker and music therapist who uses a mix of expressive arts, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and humanistic therapy to find what’s right for every client.
What do all those letters after your name mean?
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
I care about all of you, not just what’s happening in your head. Everything belongs in my therapy room; talking about relationships, culture, health, society, whatever is impacting you. I believe that all of it matters.
Board-Certified Music Therapist
Sometimes words just don’t cover it. You know that song that perfectly explains how you are feeling? Bring it to therapy. Do you make music? Let’s talk about your creative process. Never picked up an instrument in your life but just feel like music is your go-to coping tool? Great! Let’s use that and take it a step farther. Music is something that impacts all of us, I know how to turn it into a therapeutic tool.
Certified Thanatologist
It is incredibly vulnerable to share with someone else about the biggest loss in your life. To honor that and ensure that I can help grievers the best that I can, I did a bunch of extra education, training, and professional experience so I could earn this credential. Essentially, I know a lot about death and grief. Your story won’t be too much for me.
I need help with
In-person or virtual therapy
Perennial Counseling shares a welcoming and comfortable office space with other local therapists and healers. The office space is located in Glendale, just off the Loop 101.
Your world is in chaos, we can fit therapy into that. I offer weekend and evening sessions so you don’t have to move something else around.
Insurance and Fees
I accept private pay, HSA, or the following insurance plans:
Aetna
United Healthcare/Optum
If I do not accept your insurance, I can provide you with a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Private pay sessions cost $150 per 50-minute session. I also have a limited number of sliding scale slots available through Open Path. Please reach out if you have questions, consultations are free.
“Grace was instrumental in helping my son with grief when we experienced a tragic death in our family. She is so patient, attentive, and calming, and she answered all of his many questions. Her wealth of knowledge coupled with her extensive experience with kids makes her the perfect therapist. Would highly recommend!”
Counseling
I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to your mental health services. I use evidence-based and effective therapeutic tools tailored to your unique needs and strengths. You get the opportunity to collaborate to make a plan that makes sense for you. Counseling approaches may include elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work, Humanistic Therapy, Meaning-Centered Therapy, or other approaches as needed. Schedule a consultation to learn more about how counseling can help you achieve your goals.
Music Therapy
Sometimes words can’t express what we need them to. Music therapy allows you to use creativity to process and explore your emotions. Through songwriting, lyric analysis, or guided music and imagery, we can access what you need to heal. Music therapy requires no musical experience and is open to people of all musical skill levels.
Support Group
Perennial Counseling offers a free virtual support group every Saturday. This group is open to individuals who have experienced a significant death in their life. Sometimes all we need to know is that we aren’t alone in this. Grief is an incredibly lonely burden to carry, so this group is offered as a free resource to the community.
