Grief Therapists in 02474

Marlene H Kenney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I enjoy working with adolescents, teenagers and adults who have trauma histories and traumatic loss. I believe that with every trauma comes opportunity for spiritual, emotional and relational growth. As a Social Worker and family systems therapist, I work with clients to address depression, anxiety, and trauma, from a wholistic and systemic perspective.
I enjoy working with adolescents, teenagers and adults who have trauma histories and traumatic loss. I believe that with every trauma comes opportunity for spiritual, emotional and relational growth. As a Social Worker and family systems therapist, I work with clients to address depression, anxiety, and trauma, from a wholistic and systemic perspective.
(781) 460-6860 View (781) 460-6860
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Elena Clamen
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
I work with issues related to: grief/loss, depression, anxiety, dementia, caregiver support, relationships, infertility/ family building, postpartum/parenting support and clinical supervision.
I provide a therapeutic space where clients can begin to look at relationships, beliefs, values and feelings in a safe, nonjudgmental setting. I approach the sessions with warmth and humor and my hope is that clients will feel comfortable and at ease.
I work with issues related to: grief/loss, depression, anxiety, dementia, caregiver support, relationships, infertility/ family building, postpartum/parenting support and clinical supervision.
I provide a therapeutic space where clients can begin to look at relationships, beliefs, values and feelings in a safe, nonjudgmental setting. I approach the sessions with warmth and humor and my hope is that clients will feel comfortable and at ease.
(339) 204-9633 View (339) 204-9633
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Jennifer Sheng
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
Accepting new telehealth clients! Finding the right counselor in today's environment can be challenging especially if you are diagnosed with a health condition or have a non-traditional schedule. I am an experienced, licensed therapist in the Greater Boston Area specializing in grief, loss of pet, coping with illness, caregiver support, healthcare professional burnout/moral injury, and life transitions. My approach is tailored to each person and is collaborative, affirming, warm, empathic, strengths based and solution focused.
Accepting new telehealth clients! Finding the right counselor in today's environment can be challenging especially if you are diagnosed with a health condition or have a non-traditional schedule. I am an experienced, licensed therapist in the Greater Boston Area specializing in grief, loss of pet, coping with illness, caregiver support, healthcare professional burnout/moral injury, and life transitions. My approach is tailored to each person and is collaborative, affirming, warm, empathic, strengths based and solution focused.
(617) 741-9353 View (617) 741-9353
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Laurie Levine
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) whose Individual practice is dedicated to Pet Loss Grief Counseling & Caregiver Support. Grieving the loss of an animal companion can be especially lonely in our culture. Our grief may not be recognized by those around us; our relationship not understood. I provide a safe place for you to grieve: to share uncomfortable thoughts, feelings and difficult care-giving decisions, to share photos & stories. If you are feeling the harshness of a world seeming not to notice your profound loss, together we can explore ways for you to honor your beloved & find meaningful connections.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) whose Individual practice is dedicated to Pet Loss Grief Counseling & Caregiver Support. Grieving the loss of an animal companion can be especially lonely in our culture. Our grief may not be recognized by those around us; our relationship not understood. I provide a safe place for you to grieve: to share uncomfortable thoughts, feelings and difficult care-giving decisions, to share photos & stories. If you are feeling the harshness of a world seeming not to notice your profound loss, together we can explore ways for you to honor your beloved & find meaningful connections.
(781) 443-8493 View (781) 443-8493
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Christie M Carlson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
Grief and loss, living with illness, moving through transitions of all kinds, are particular interests of mine.
Welcome! Everyone has resources and strengths that can enhance one's life and relationships. People who contact me often feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, ashamed, or burdened in some way. I will help you to identify and use your unique resources to address particular challenges and to create the life you choose to live.
Grief and loss, living with illness, moving through transitions of all kinds, are particular interests of mine.
Welcome! Everyone has resources and strengths that can enhance one's life and relationships. People who contact me often feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, ashamed, or burdened in some way. I will help you to identify and use your unique resources to address particular challenges and to create the life you choose to live.
(781) 519-9923 View (781) 519-9923
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Pamela Aulis
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I enjoy working with people who are experiencing life transitions, changing careers, going through grief or loss, experiencing anxiety, looking for support with trauma, developing coping skills, or just seeking support with the messiness of life. I want to work with clients who are motivated to engage in self-reflection and make a commitment to creating space for themselves to work through their current patterns that are no longer serving them. I meet the person where they are at and understand what ways they would like to make changes in their life.
I enjoy working with people who are experiencing life transitions, changing careers, going through grief or loss, experiencing anxiety, looking for support with trauma, developing coping skills, or just seeking support with the messiness of life. I want to work with clients who are motivated to engage in self-reflection and make a commitment to creating space for themselves to work through their current patterns that are no longer serving them. I meet the person where they are at and understand what ways they would like to make changes in their life.
(339) 220-2970 View (339) 220-2970
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Kelly Broderick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I specialize in grief and loss, addiction, codependency, and life transitions.
My ideal client is willing to start the exciting but sometimes challenging journey to finding themselves. I love to work with folks who make the active decision to start therapy, even if they do not have a concrete goal in mind. I can certainly assist a client who does not have a specific goal in finding something they want to address. My ideal client would be willing to reflect on themselves, their lives, and their choices, and they would be willing to work collaboratively with me to either maintain or change their path.
I specialize in grief and loss, addiction, codependency, and life transitions.
My ideal client is willing to start the exciting but sometimes challenging journey to finding themselves. I love to work with folks who make the active decision to start therapy, even if they do not have a concrete goal in mind. I can certainly assist a client who does not have a specific goal in finding something they want to address. My ideal client would be willing to reflect on themselves, their lives, and their choices, and they would be willing to work collaboratively with me to either maintain or change their path.
(339) 217-6444 View (339) 217-6444
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Ester Hernandez
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
My ideal client is someone who struggles with depression, anxiety, grief, lack of confidence, stress, and feeling overwhelmed. If you want to learn coping strategies, identify triggers, learn about symptoms, and find your inner strength, then consider partnering up with me to improve your mental health.
My ideal client is someone who struggles with depression, anxiety, grief, lack of confidence, stress, and feeling overwhelmed. If you want to learn coping strategies, identify triggers, learn about symptoms, and find your inner strength, then consider partnering up with me to improve your mental health.
(339) 229-8261 View (339) 229-8261
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Jeanne Schwalbach
Counselor, MA, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals who want to enhance their personal strengths, improve their self care practices and sense of well being, and more effectively meet life's on-going challenges. I begin by helping my clients identify their desired outcomes, strengths, interests, successes and resources. This then serves as the foundation for the therapeutic work. My relationship based therapeutic approach includes expertise is solution focused, strength based and psycho-dynamic insight-oriented therapy. I have a particular interest in self care practices, loss and grief work and issues related to life transitions.
I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals who want to enhance their personal strengths, improve their self care practices and sense of well being, and more effectively meet life's on-going challenges. I begin by helping my clients identify their desired outcomes, strengths, interests, successes and resources. This then serves as the foundation for the therapeutic work. My relationship based therapeutic approach includes expertise is solution focused, strength based and psycho-dynamic insight-oriented therapy. I have a particular interest in self care practices, loss and grief work and issues related to life transitions.
(781) 651-2933 View (781) 651-2933
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Shanthi P. Ganesan, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families, and adults around life transitions, grief, adult and child ADD/ADHD, depression, anxiety, and stress. Additionally, as a first generation Asian Indian who was raised in the US, I have firsthand knowledge around the socially and culturally sensitive issues relating to the experience of immigrant families.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families, and adults around life transitions, grief, adult and child ADD/ADHD, depression, anxiety, and stress. Additionally, as a first generation Asian Indian who was raised in the US, I have firsthand knowledge around the socially and culturally sensitive issues relating to the experience of immigrant families.
(339) 674-6602 View (339) 674-6602
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Diane Koehler
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
This could include struggles with college decisions, college adjustment, career dilemmas, parenting, relationship problems, grief or low self esteem.
Sometimes in life we question where we are going or cannot seem to find a path to get to where we want to be ~ to be happy with ourselves and at peace. The world today may be creating more stressors in our life than what we are use to causing a feeling of imbalance, depression or anxiety. My goal is to create a safe, respectful and caring atmosphere where one may explore and begin to understand one's thoughts, behaviors and feelings. Together with my clients, we explore their dreams, challenges and fears. Along this journey there can be self-discovery, problem solving and self love.
This could include struggles with college decisions, college adjustment, career dilemmas, parenting, relationship problems, grief or low self esteem.
Sometimes in life we question where we are going or cannot seem to find a path to get to where we want to be ~ to be happy with ourselves and at peace. The world today may be creating more stressors in our life than what we are use to causing a feeling of imbalance, depression or anxiety. My goal is to create a safe, respectful and caring atmosphere where one may explore and begin to understand one's thoughts, behaviors and feelings. Together with my clients, we explore their dreams, challenges and fears. Along this journey there can be self-discovery, problem solving and self love.
(978) 961-9414 View (978) 961-9414
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Patricia Cadet
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
I treat depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, women's issues, divorce, loss and grief.
I believe therapy is an opportunity to heal, grow, explore and create change. If you are looking for extra support or guidance through a challenging situation and ready to move to a new direction. My style is interactive,utilizing the client's strengths, as we work together towards achieving your goals.
I treat depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, women's issues, divorce, loss and grief.
I believe therapy is an opportunity to heal, grow, explore and create change. If you are looking for extra support or guidance through a challenging situation and ready to move to a new direction. My style is interactive,utilizing the client's strengths, as we work together towards achieving your goals.
(617) 440-4008 View (617) 440-4008
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Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality
PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
At Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality, we recognize that while all humans struggle with one issue or another, at one time or another, it can be difficult to seek help and support. Expectations that you might have of yourself or expectations that you think or KNOW others have of you can really weigh you down when life gets busy. Sometimes you know exactly what you need help with, and other times, things just don't feel right and you just aren't sure what kind of help you need. Our clinicians will listen, ask good questions, and look at problems with you to figure out how to get you back on the path where you want to be. We work with individuals and committed couples, as well as those practicing consensual non-monagamy. While communication skills and sexuality issues are a significant part of our clientele, we also work with many patients with depression, anxiety, or grief as their presenting complaint.
At Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality, we recognize that while all humans struggle with one issue or another, at one time or another, it can be difficult to seek help and support. Expectations that you might have of yourself or expectations that you think or KNOW others have of you can really weigh you down when life gets busy. Sometimes you know exactly what you need help with, and other times, things just don't feel right and you just aren't sure what kind of help you need. Our clinicians will listen, ask good questions, and look at problems with you to figure out how to get you back on the path where you want to be. We work with individuals and committed couples, as well as those practicing consensual non-monagamy. While communication skills and sexuality issues are a significant part of our clientele, we also work with many patients with depression, anxiety, or grief as their presenting complaint.
(781) 539-9219 View (781) 539-9219
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Betsy Magidson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I have worked extensively on issues involving parenting, relationships, grief and loss, abandonment, addictions, codependency, and recovery from trauma.
I REGRET I AM UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Are you feeling stuck, confused about an overwhelming situation, wondering which way to turn? Therapy can help. As a counselor, I provide a collaborative, welcoming environment that promotes the health of your mind, heart, and soul. We will work together to understand and heal old injuries that may be holding you back Then focus on creating new and positive experiences.
I have worked extensively on issues involving parenting, relationships, grief and loss, abandonment, addictions, codependency, and recovery from trauma.
I REGRET I AM UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Are you feeling stuck, confused about an overwhelming situation, wondering which way to turn? Therapy can help. As a counselor, I provide a collaborative, welcoming environment that promotes the health of your mind, heart, and soul. We will work together to understand and heal old injuries that may be holding you back Then focus on creating new and positive experiences.
(781) 583-7459 View (781) 583-7459
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Betty S. Paganis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
Maintaining a sense of direction and remaining at peace can be hard in today’s world. While stress, anxiety, and sadness are all a part of life, sometimes these feelings grow and become obstacles to healthy day-to-day life. I help people seeking to cope with issues such as loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions and trauma. Whatever unique challenges you are facing right now, I commend you for seeking help. All of us can use a little help from time to time.
Maintaining a sense of direction and remaining at peace can be hard in today’s world. While stress, anxiety, and sadness are all a part of life, sometimes these feelings grow and become obstacles to healthy day-to-day life. I help people seeking to cope with issues such as loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions and trauma. Whatever unique challenges you are facing right now, I commend you for seeking help. All of us can use a little help from time to time.
(857) 763-3626 View (857) 763-3626
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Julie French
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I have experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety, grief and loss, and birth trauma.
Therapy can begin when you feel like you are struggling with yourself or with others. I collaborate with clients with a non-judgmental and person-centered approach to help them feel more like themselves. I have a diverse background and utilize various clinical tools to support clients in identifying ways to change thoughts and behaviors. I am a social worker at heart who strongly believes in the dignity and worth of every person. I will hold space and recognize that you are the expert of your own life.
I have experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety, grief and loss, and birth trauma.
Therapy can begin when you feel like you are struggling with yourself or with others. I collaborate with clients with a non-judgmental and person-centered approach to help them feel more like themselves. I have a diverse background and utilize various clinical tools to support clients in identifying ways to change thoughts and behaviors. I am a social worker at heart who strongly believes in the dignity and worth of every person. I will hold space and recognize that you are the expert of your own life.
(339) 229-5517 View (339) 229-5517
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Leslie Wright
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I am a clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, addictive behaviors, post-traumatic growth and resilience, and coping with grief. I enjoy delivering evidence-based treatments for a variety of concerns and tailoring the approach to the individual’s needs using a flexible, validating, and client-centered approach. I have expertise in many modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Trauma-focused treatments, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I create a therapeutic space that is both supportive and challenging with warmth and empathy.
I am a clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, addictive behaviors, post-traumatic growth and resilience, and coping with grief. I enjoy delivering evidence-based treatments for a variety of concerns and tailoring the approach to the individual’s needs using a flexible, validating, and client-centered approach. I have expertise in many modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Trauma-focused treatments, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I create a therapeutic space that is both supportive and challenging with warmth and empathy.
(617) 977-4770 View (617) 977-4770
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Michael L Reison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I see patients searching for meaning and fulfillment in their lives, or wrestling with existential issues of loneliness, a sense of loss or mild to profound disconnection. Sometimes this coincides with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulty relating to others, or a lack of comfort living in their own body.
I see patients searching for meaning and fulfillment in their lives, or wrestling with existential issues of loneliness, a sense of loss or mild to profound disconnection. Sometimes this coincides with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulty relating to others, or a lack of comfort living in their own body.
(781) 534-9988 View (781) 534-9988
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Kate Lopez-Casanova
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Cambridge Psychology Group and provide evidence-based treatment for adults, adolescents, and children. My approach to therapy is primarily rooted in cognitive behavioral theory with an emphasis on the principles of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I approach therapy with flexibility and creativity to meet the unique needs, preferences, and values of my patients. My areas of expertise include difficulties with emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and behavior, self-harm, personality disorders, grief, relational challenges, life transitions, and traumatic stress.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist at Cambridge Psychology Group and provide evidence-based treatment for adults, adolescents, and children. My approach to therapy is primarily rooted in cognitive behavioral theory with an emphasis on the principles of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I approach therapy with flexibility and creativity to meet the unique needs, preferences, and values of my patients. My areas of expertise include difficulties with emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and behavior, self-harm, personality disorders, grief, relational challenges, life transitions, and traumatic stress.
(617) 819-0747 View (617) 819-0747
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Oona Metz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
(617) 682-9046 View (617) 682-9046
Grief Therapists

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.