Alliance of Hope

Ronnie Walker, MS, LCPC

 

Grief Counseling and Consultations for Survivors of Suicide & Other Sudden Loss

I provide coaching, counseling and consultations for those coping with the complicated grief that follows sudden loss of a loved one by suicide, accident, or illness. I consult in person, via telephone, web cam or email. Schedule an appointment online or by telephone.

Questions? You can phone me at 847-512-4100

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In-Person Counseling Session
60-minute counseling session in Evanston, IL office.
 60 minute $100
Free 15-Minute PhoneConsultation
Start gradually with a free 15-minute conversation.
 15 minute Free
One 60-Minute Phone Consultation
We can talk with you no matter where you are in the world.

Note: We initiate all calls at the appointed time and incur the charges.

Important! Our calendar is set to Chicago, IL time. We keep appointments on that schedule. Please adjust for the time difference.
 60 minute $65
Set of Three, 60-Minute Phone Consultations
Schedule the first one now and the others at a later date.
 60 minute $180
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Alliance of Hope
Grief Counseling, Consultations, Coaching,
... serving survivors everywhere ... officed in Evanston, Illinois, 60201
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Phone or In-Person Appointment (Evanston, IL)
Grief Counseling, Consultations, Coaching,
... serving survivors everywhere ... officed in Evanston, Illinois, 60201
 
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In-Person Counseling Session
60-minute counseling session in Evanston, IL office.
 60 minute $100
Free 15-Minute PhoneConsultation
Start gradually with a free 15-minute conversation.
 15 minute Free
One 60-Minute Phone Consultation
We can talk with you no matter where you are in the world.

Note: We initiate all calls at the appointed time and incur the charges.

Important! Our calendar is set to Chicago, IL time. We keep appointments on that schedule. Please adjust for the time difference.
 60 minute $65
Set of Three, 60-Minute Phone Consultations
Schedule the first one now and the others at a later date.
 60 minute $180
Meet Our Staff
Ronnie Walker, MS, LCPC Book with Ronnie
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Illinois # 180 002459); National Ce...rtified Counselor; Certified Trauma & Loss Consultant; Certified Bereavement Facilitator; Distance Counseling Trained; American Red Cross Disaster Counselor; EMDR Trained

I help clients navigate the tulmultuous emotions and complex aftermath of traumatic loss. Following the suicide of a family member in 1995, I experienced first hand, the extraordinary pain felt by survivors of sudden loss. I have extensive understanding of loss and experience with survivors. I am the founder and Executive Director of Alliance of Hope for Suicide Survivors.
Education:

M.S., Human Services / Counseling 1992
National-Louis University, Evanston, IL
National Human Services Honor Society
B.A., Psychology 1972
Mundelein College, Chicago, IL
Honors Student

Education related to Coaching, Communication, Empowerment, & Training: Landmark Education Over 500 Course Hours
Consulting Services Group Consultant’s Training Program

Licenses / Certifications:
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor: Illinois # 179-000145
National Certified Counselor (National Board of Certified Counselors)
Certified Trauma & Loss Consultant (National Institute of Trauma & Loss)
Certified Bereavement Facilitator (American Academy of Bereavement)
Distance Credentialed Counselor NBCC
EMDR Trained – Level II

Services:

Free 15-Minute PhoneConsultation

One 60-Minute Phone Consultation

Set of Three 60-Minute Phone Consultations for New Survivors (within 90 days of death)

Set of Three, 60-Minute Phone Consultations

In-Person Counseling Session

Business Hours:
Monday 
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 
Closed
Wednesday 
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Thursday 
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday 
Closed
Saturday 
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday 
Closed
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5 reviews of Alliance of Hope
Powerful Stuff
7/20/2010
Roberta M says: In my short lifetime I have had many losses. With the help of Ronnie I am able to look at those helpless times in my life and put them into order, emotionally. And not hide from the pain, the grief, or not understanding. Ronnie helps me put thoughts into order. She listens for accomplishment, so I can be bigger than I am. That kind of listening has been extremely powerful for me. When I come out of a session with Ronnie, I'm not coming from the point of view, “why did this happen, poor me.” Instead I'm coming from the point of view, “ look what I've accomplished!” Pretty powerful stuff!
Thank you
4/01/2010
Evgenia W says: Dear Ronnie, Thank you for our conversation - i found it very helpful, somehow it has lifted my mood and today I do not feel so down anymore. I am looking forward to the future sessions.
No, she is MY angel
3/22/2010
Diane H says: I was so distraught when I contacted Ronnie, as I had been having violent dreams for over a year about my husband who completed suicide by gun shot. She took me through all of my dreams, feelings of fear that i had about my husband (he was abusive). I thought, ok, i'll go through all this with you, but how is that going to help with my dreams ??!! After our second appointment, i quit having the dreams and haven't had one since- i now have peace in my life- am forever grateful for her and her intuitiveness. A miracle !
Angel walking on earth
1/13/2010
Lilly S says: After my loving boyfriend died by suicide, I thought my life is over. I can never imagine I can be able to laugh again and enjoy life again. Ronnie has taught me there is a life after suicide, she's truly an amazing woman. She's a teacher and a friend. Thank you Ronnie
Ronnie is the wisest, most insightful counselor I've ever talked to.
9/25/2009
Lin C says: After my son committed suicide in March of 2008, it took me three months to find http://forum.forsuicidesurvivors, because I had never known such a thing existed - online support for survivors left behind to make sense of a loved one's suicide. On the forum she gives of herself so generously for free, I was drawn to her loving way of expressing herself, so I called her for a telephone appointment. As we have worked together, she has had a way of getting to the heart of the specific thing that was bothering me at the time I talked to her. I have never recommended a counselor before, but this woman is amazing. I owe her my sanity, if not my life.
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Monday 
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 
Closed
Wednesday 
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Thursday 
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday 
Closed
Saturday 
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday 
Closed
Recent Reviews
Powerful Stuff
Roberta M says: 
In my short lifetime I have had many losses. With the help of Ronnie I am able to look at those helpless times in my life and put them into order, emotionally. And not hide from the pain, the grief, or not understanding. Ronnie helps me put thoughts into order. She listens for accomplishment, so I can be bigger than I am. That kind of listening has been extremely powerful for me. When I come out of a session with Ronnie, I'm not coming from the point of view, “why did this happen, poor me.” Instead I'm coming from the point of view, “ look what I've accomplished!” Pretty powerful stuff!
7/20/2010
Thank you
Evgenia W says: 
Dear Ronnie, Thank you for our conversation - i found it very helpful, somehow it has lifted my mood and today I do not feel so down anymore. I am looking forward to the future sessions.
4/01/2010
No, she is MY angel
Diane H says: 
I was so distraught when I contacted Ronnie, as I had been having violent dreams for over a year about my husband who completed suicide by gun shot. She took me through all of my dreams, feelings of fear that i had about my husband (he was abusive). I thought, ok, i'll go through all this with you, but how is that going to help with my dreams ??!! After our second appointment, i quit having the dreams and haven't had one since- i now have peace in my life- am forever grateful for her and her intuitiveness. A miracle !
3/22/2010