Grief Therapists in Birmingham, AL
I have experience working with parents grappling with their child or teen's behavior as well as anyone navigating an instance, season, or lifetime of loss.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am committed to collecting evidenced based "tools for my toolbox" to aid those grappling with finding the new normal after their worlds have shifted. I love helping people find language to describe their losses, often when there has been difficulty finding the words, inspiring people to find hope again, and facilitate the development of a plan to move forward in a way that both honors their experiences and embraces the future. I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy.
I have experience working with parents grappling with their child or teen's behavior as well as anyone navigating an instance, season, or lifetime of loss.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am committed to collecting evidenced based "tools for my toolbox" to aid those grappling with finding the new normal after their worlds have shifted. I love helping people find language to describe their losses, often when there has been difficulty finding the words, inspiring people to find hope again, and facilitate the development of a plan to move forward in a way that both honors their experiences and embraces the future. I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy.
I bring a warm, inviting presence to support adults 18+ navigating depression, grief, and trauma.
I help clients develop psychological flexibility to navigate complex thoughts and emotions while maintaining quality of life. My approach focuses on your safety, well-being, and inherent strengths. Together, we'll build resilience and coping strategies tailored to your unique journey, whether facing cancer, grief, depression, or trauma.
I bring a warm, inviting presence to support adults 18+ navigating depression, grief, and trauma.
I help clients develop psychological flexibility to navigate complex thoughts and emotions while maintaining quality of life. My approach focuses on your safety, well-being, and inherent strengths. Together, we'll build resilience and coping strategies tailored to your unique journey, whether facing cancer, grief, depression, or trauma.
Tyana D Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
6 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35209
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in dealing with depressive symptoms, grief, trauma and relationship issues.
Relationships can be hard. I enjoy working with adults and couples with a variety of concerns. By using the EFT model, the goal is to move from rigid patterns of engagement to openness and flexibility. We do this by untangling the "knots" of rigidity and finding the threads of connection in your relationship and with yourself. I will spend time with you, increasing your awareness about your emotional experience and how it impacts your relationships. I have a special interest in working with clients who wish to explore forgiveness as a means to improve their connections with others.
I have experience in dealing with depressive symptoms, grief, trauma and relationship issues.
Relationships can be hard. I enjoy working with adults and couples with a variety of concerns. By using the EFT model, the goal is to move from rigid patterns of engagement to openness and flexibility. We do this by untangling the "knots" of rigidity and finding the threads of connection in your relationship and with yourself. I will spend time with you, increasing your awareness about your emotional experience and how it impacts your relationships. I have a special interest in working with clients who wish to explore forgiveness as a means to improve their connections with others.
Maybe you are experiencing grief and loss and feel stuck.
I have been working for 7 years within mental health and hospice. I primarily work with adults and teens. I specialize in helping people navigate their grief and the loss they are experiencing, helping to lessen those spiraling anxious thoughts, and assisting people navigate difficult relationship challenges.
Maybe you are experiencing grief and loss and feel stuck.
I have been working for 7 years within mental health and hospice. I primarily work with adults and teens. I specialize in helping people navigate their grief and the loss they are experiencing, helping to lessen those spiraling anxious thoughts, and assisting people navigate difficult relationship challenges.
Life hits hard whether it’s intrusive memories, the loss of a loved one, or a struggle with your own sense of self-worth.
I help people notice why they do what they do and the patterns they’ve created in their relationships. I assist clients who are working through trauma, loss, difficult memories, and low self-worth. I work with multicultural clients as they attempt to make sense of their identity, create places of safety, and process racial trauma.
Life hits hard whether it’s intrusive memories, the loss of a loved one, or a struggle with your own sense of self-worth.
I help people notice why they do what they do and the patterns they’ve created in their relationships. I assist clients who are working through trauma, loss, difficult memories, and low self-worth. I work with multicultural clients as they attempt to make sense of their identity, create places of safety, and process racial trauma.
I enjoy working with teens and adults from all backgrounds who want help navigating anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem challenges, relationship struggles, and life transitions.
Life can feel overwhelming and frustrating at times. It is not always easy to figure things out on your own, but it is also not easy to reach out for help. Sometimes you just need someone to listen to you and be your sounding board. When you are ready, I am here to support you and explore what you are going through. Sometimes, therapy means learning practical tools to move forward. Other times, it simply means having a safe space to process your feelings and be heard.
I enjoy working with teens and adults from all backgrounds who want help navigating anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem challenges, relationship struggles, and life transitions.
Life can feel overwhelming and frustrating at times. It is not always easy to figure things out on your own, but it is also not easy to reach out for help. Sometimes you just need someone to listen to you and be your sounding board. When you are ready, I am here to support you and explore what you are going through. Sometimes, therapy means learning practical tools to move forward. Other times, it simply means having a safe space to process your feelings and be heard.
I have worked with people who need assistance with career development, goal planning, boundary setting, anxiety, anger management, and grief counseling.
Greetings! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Alabama. I received my Masters from the Our Lady of the Lake University. I have been in the mental health field for nearly 20 years, and have been a therapist for a total of 4 years. In 2021, I became a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I became a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in 2024. Life is full of events and sudden changes. My aim is to help you become the best version of yourself.
I have worked with people who need assistance with career development, goal planning, boundary setting, anxiety, anger management, and grief counseling.
Greetings! I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Alabama. I received my Masters from the Our Lady of the Lake University. I have been in the mental health field for nearly 20 years, and have been a therapist for a total of 4 years. In 2021, I became a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I became a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in 2024. Life is full of events and sudden changes. My aim is to help you become the best version of yourself.
Peggy Sanderford Ponder
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MEd, LMFT, CPC
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35233
Therapy is helpful for anyone experiencing a bump in the road or feeling the need for a guide along the path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling through painful life experiences and transitions, who may feel stuck or hopeless. We both bring our expertise to help you get to where you want to be: you bring your expertise about yourself -your strengths, and the ways you typically act; I bring my expertise in healing, growth, change and human development. Together we work toward more hopeful outcomes.
Therapy is helpful for anyone experiencing a bump in the road or feeling the need for a guide along the path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling through painful life experiences and transitions, who may feel stuck or hopeless. We both bring our expertise to help you get to where you want to be: you bring your expertise about yourself -your strengths, and the ways you typically act; I bring my expertise in healing, growth, change and human development. Together we work toward more hopeful outcomes.
I specialize in the following issues: Mood Disorders: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Changes/Life Coaching, PTSD-Trauma, “The Worried Well”, Veterans and Gerontology.
I am a practical, interactive, cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapist and Certified Coach. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I specialize in the following issues: Mood Disorders: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Changes/Life Coaching, PTSD-Trauma, “The Worried Well”, Veterans and Gerontology.
I am a practical, interactive, cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapist and Certified Coach. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I enjoy working with clients that experience trauma, mental health concerns, grief, substance abuse issues and those in recovery.
Are you tired of endlessly searching for the right therapist? Pause here, take a deep breath, and allow me to introduce myself.
I enjoy working with clients that experience trauma, mental health concerns, grief, substance abuse issues and those in recovery.
Are you tired of endlessly searching for the right therapist? Pause here, take a deep breath, and allow me to introduce myself.
My person-centered therapy approach deeply aligns with my value to assist individuals as they recover from trauma while also addressing common concerns like anxiety, depression, and prolonged grief.
Therapy is only effective when clients can trust us. You are the expert on your life, so we work on what is most important to YOU. As your therapist, I walk with you, offering tools, techniques, and perspectives that align with your unique needs. Together, we work to identify patterns, heal wounds, and develop strategies to create the change you seek.
My person-centered therapy approach deeply aligns with my value to assist individuals as they recover from trauma while also addressing common concerns like anxiety, depression, and prolonged grief.
Therapy is only effective when clients can trust us. You are the expert on your life, so we work on what is most important to YOU. As your therapist, I walk with you, offering tools, techniques, and perspectives that align with your unique needs. Together, we work to identify patterns, heal wounds, and develop strategies to create the change you seek.
I see adults, ages 18 and up, who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and other mental health struggles.
I hope to create a safe space for my clients to express themselves without fear of judgement. I recognize that a strong therapeutic relationship is the most powerful tool I have, and want to emulate Jesus Christ in how he met people where they were, offering love and compassion, while holding the truth of Scripture as the basis for all he did.
I see adults, ages 18 and up, who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and other mental health struggles.
I hope to create a safe space for my clients to express themselves without fear of judgement. I recognize that a strong therapeutic relationship is the most powerful tool I have, and want to emulate Jesus Christ in how he met people where they were, offering love and compassion, while holding the truth of Scripture as the basis for all he did.
If you feel like you're constantly juggling a never ending to-do list or your thoughts are moving so quickly you just can't keep up, I promise you're not alone! ADHD and Anxiety can make us feel like we're constantly chasing our own tails but I promise there are ways to slow down, organize your thoughts, and find a way to hold yourself accountable without using shame as your fuel. I am here to help you re-discover your strengths and identify realistic solutions that are catered to your specific needs so that you can get back to living your life in reality instead of inside your head!
If you feel like you're constantly juggling a never ending to-do list or your thoughts are moving so quickly you just can't keep up, I promise you're not alone! ADHD and Anxiety can make us feel like we're constantly chasing our own tails but I promise there are ways to slow down, organize your thoughts, and find a way to hold yourself accountable without using shame as your fuel. I am here to help you re-discover your strengths and identify realistic solutions that are catered to your specific needs so that you can get back to living your life in reality instead of inside your head!
Strive Counseling Services, L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, RPT
Birmingham, AL 35203
I specialize in working with adults that have mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment disorders, grief, stress, and psychosocial stressors.
“Building A Foundation For A Healthier You is paramount at Strive Counseling Services.” I provide the highest quality of therapeutic counseling to children and adults. I utilize evidenced-based approaches to assist clients with identifying their strengths to reach their optimal potential by developing confidence, skills for coping, and problem solving. I look forward to working with you to identify the best treatment modality to address your mental health needs. When you are ready to schedule your initial session please be prepared to provide your insurance information. “Let’s Strive Together!"
I specialize in working with adults that have mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, adjustment disorders, grief, stress, and psychosocial stressors.
“Building A Foundation For A Healthier You is paramount at Strive Counseling Services.” I provide the highest quality of therapeutic counseling to children and adults. I utilize evidenced-based approaches to assist clients with identifying their strengths to reach their optimal potential by developing confidence, skills for coping, and problem solving. I look forward to working with you to identify the best treatment modality to address your mental health needs. When you are ready to schedule your initial session please be prepared to provide your insurance information. “Let’s Strive Together!"
I am an experienced mental health social worker and psychotherapist providing professional counseling services to adults facing life's challenges. I have 18 years' experience working in the mental health field with anxiety and depression, substance abuse treatment, LGBT issues, and trauma with adult clients of all ages.
I am an experienced mental health social worker and psychotherapist providing professional counseling services to adults facing life's challenges. I have 18 years' experience working in the mental health field with anxiety and depression, substance abuse treatment, LGBT issues, and trauma with adult clients of all ages.
Whether you're facing challenges related to stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, or personal growth, support is available to you.
My practice is focused on individuals and couples. I will strive to foster trust & create a safe environment to work towards your goals. I am a TBRI practitioner, trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, and CBT with experience in anxiety, trauma, grief, attachment, marriage health & family dynamics.
Whether you're facing challenges related to stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, or personal growth, support is available to you.
My practice is focused on individuals and couples. I will strive to foster trust & create a safe environment to work towards your goals. I am a TBRI practitioner, trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, and CBT with experience in anxiety, trauma, grief, attachment, marriage health & family dynamics.
My areas of expertise include marital crises/infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, negative thinking and low self-esteem.
As a licensed mental health provider, I am competent to work professionally with you in a welcoming, safe, and warm environment.
My areas of expertise include marital crises/infidelity, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, negative thinking and low self-esteem.
As a licensed mental health provider, I am competent to work professionally with you in a welcoming, safe, and warm environment.
I have extensive experience in working with those impacted by trauma, grief, relational conflict, crisis, and anxiety.
Hi, I'm Madison Craft- a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), a dedicated mom of three, and a passionate advocate for adolescents and their parents. I specialize in helping teens and young professionals navigate challenges like anxiety, self esteem, depression, academic stress, and identity exploration. Drawing from both professional expertise and the hands on experiences of parenting, I understand how overwhelming these years can be- for your child and for you. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where every voice is heard, understood, and valued.
I have extensive experience in working with those impacted by trauma, grief, relational conflict, crisis, and anxiety.
Hi, I'm Madison Craft- a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), a dedicated mom of three, and a passionate advocate for adolescents and their parents. I specialize in helping teens and young professionals navigate challenges like anxiety, self esteem, depression, academic stress, and identity exploration. Drawing from both professional expertise and the hands on experiences of parenting, I understand how overwhelming these years can be- for your child and for you. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where every voice is heard, understood, and valued.
I’m a licensed professional counselor and founder of Beloved Wellness & Consulting, where I help women, teen girls, and couples navigate anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges with care and clarity. My practice blends evidence-based approaches with soul-centered support, creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Whether you’re navigating motherhood, seeking deeper connection, or healing from past wounds—you don’t have to do it alone.
I’m a licensed professional counselor and founder of Beloved Wellness & Consulting, where I help women, teen girls, and couples navigate anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges with care and clarity. My practice blends evidence-based approaches with soul-centered support, creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. Whether you’re navigating motherhood, seeking deeper connection, or healing from past wounds—you don’t have to do it alone.
Hello & Welcome to Weaving Wellness!
I want to work with you to weave a web of support that empowers each client, supporting them through all facets of their mental health care needs.
I care deeply about supporting all minority populations, with a passion for aiding those with gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity. I also specialize in supporting the unique needs of those dealing with chronic and terminal illnesses, as well as their caregivers.
I value humanities diversity and strive to listen and empathize with all my clients and their individual identities, challenges, and needs.
Hello & Welcome to Weaving Wellness!
I want to work with you to weave a web of support that empowers each client, supporting them through all facets of their mental health care needs.
I care deeply about supporting all minority populations, with a passion for aiding those with gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity. I also specialize in supporting the unique needs of those dealing with chronic and terminal illnesses, as well as their caregivers.
I value humanities diversity and strive to listen and empathize with all my clients and their individual identities, challenges, and needs.
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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.