Grief Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
Transitions and changes may evoke a sense of grief and loss, regardless if it's positive, negative, or neutral.
Although my specialty is grief and loss, I address a wide variety of concerns, including emotional regulation, managing anxiety and depression, healing from childhood trauma, and increasing resilience. Often, our symptoms can be traced back to the losses and trauma experienced in our lives.
Transitions and changes may evoke a sense of grief and loss, regardless if it's positive, negative, or neutral.
Although my specialty is grief and loss, I address a wide variety of concerns, including emotional regulation, managing anxiety and depression, healing from childhood trauma, and increasing resilience. Often, our symptoms can be traced back to the losses and trauma experienced in our lives.
Choosing to engage in therapy, in a way, means choosing yourself. It is not always easy to believe we can feel better, or even just feel different. Sometimes it’s not easy to accept how we feel is perfectly normal and okay. You’ve learned so much on your journey, I hope to help you see how much you already have and help you on your journey forward, even if that feels really messy or impossible at times.
Choosing to engage in therapy, in a way, means choosing yourself. It is not always easy to believe we can feel better, or even just feel different. Sometimes it’s not easy to accept how we feel is perfectly normal and okay. You’ve learned so much on your journey, I hope to help you see how much you already have and help you on your journey forward, even if that feels really messy or impossible at times.
Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma can steal peace and well being.
I firmly believe in centering the human experience being key to our therapeutic approach, and emphasizing the resilience and emotional strength of those I work with. Using tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, mindfulness, and Person-Centered Therapy, we can explore difficult experiences or emotions.
Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma can steal peace and well being.
I firmly believe in centering the human experience being key to our therapeutic approach, and emphasizing the resilience and emotional strength of those I work with. Using tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, mindfulness, and Person-Centered Therapy, we can explore difficult experiences or emotions.
I hear from clients that therapy 'intimidates' them. I strive to get rid of that myth by offering a warm and safe environment, where my clients receive unconditional positive regard. This happens through the wonder of active listening, humor, and my own life experience that often surprises clients, as I often get a 'You too? "
I hear from clients that therapy 'intimidates' them. I strive to get rid of that myth by offering a warm and safe environment, where my clients receive unconditional positive regard. This happens through the wonder of active listening, humor, and my own life experience that often surprises clients, as I often get a 'You too? "
Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, struggling with family or relationship dynamics, or just feeling stuck, I’m here to support your next step toward growth and clarity.
Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, struggling with family or relationship dynamics, or just feeling stuck, I’m here to support your next step toward growth and clarity.
Are you facing challenges like substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma?
Since earning my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in2013, I've worked with a wide range of clients on varied issues. Therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, so I tailor your experience to your unique needs and life. My approach offers an open forum to express thoughts and feelings, guiding you to healthy, practical steps toward goals with full support.
Are you facing challenges like substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma?
Since earning my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in2013, I've worked with a wide range of clients on varied issues. Therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, so I tailor your experience to your unique needs and life. My approach offers an open forum to express thoughts and feelings, guiding you to healthy, practical steps toward goals with full support.
Sharon Toldson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, BCCS, CCTP, CCATP, CAGCS
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm licensed in FL and hold additional certification in trauma-informed therapy, advanced grief solutions along with Board Certification as Cognitive Specialist and Certified ADHD clinical service professional.
Has life's challenges become too hard to bear? Are workplace demands causing you more anxiety than fulfillment? Are your relationships feeling not so relational anymore? Are you finally in a place where you are ready to grow and change your narrative about life as you know it? Well, you have come to the right place to begin the journey! My name is Sharon Toldson and I welcome the opportunity to provide you with therapeutic alliance and strategic support to promote personal growth and healing.
I'm licensed in FL and hold additional certification in trauma-informed therapy, advanced grief solutions along with Board Certification as Cognitive Specialist and Certified ADHD clinical service professional.
Has life's challenges become too hard to bear? Are workplace demands causing you more anxiety than fulfillment? Are your relationships feeling not so relational anymore? Are you finally in a place where you are ready to grow and change your narrative about life as you know it? Well, you have come to the right place to begin the journey! My name is Sharon Toldson and I welcome the opportunity to provide you with therapeutic alliance and strategic support to promote personal growth and healing.
Seaside Healing LLC offers therapeutic services to adolescents and adults, regardless of gender, who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, grief, PTSD, depression, difficulties adjusting to life changes, and attention deficit/hyperactivity.
I approach every session with empathy and respect, ensuring that clients feel heard, valued, and supported. My goal is not only to help clients manage their challenges but to empower them with the tools, strategies, and confidence to face them head-on.
Seaside Healing LLC offers therapeutic services to adolescents and adults, regardless of gender, who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, grief, PTSD, depression, difficulties adjusting to life changes, and attention deficit/hyperactivity.
I approach every session with empathy and respect, ensuring that clients feel heard, valued, and supported. My goal is not only to help clients manage their challenges but to empower them with the tools, strategies, and confidence to face them head-on.
I specialize in working with clients to manage their depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and grief/ loss/trauma, as well as help adults overcome major life transitions.
My personal experience and professional experience working as a therapist and in mobile crisis have helped me provide clients with resources and coping skills as they overcome challenges. I utilize many treatment approaches, including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, strength-based, and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT).
I specialize in working with clients to manage their depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and grief/ loss/trauma, as well as help adults overcome major life transitions.
My personal experience and professional experience working as a therapist and in mobile crisis have helped me provide clients with resources and coping skills as they overcome challenges. I utilize many treatment approaches, including dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, strength-based, and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT).
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
Are you grieving?
I am a licensed therapist specializing in trauma therapy, grief counseling, and complex family challenges for children, teens, and adults. I have extensive experience helping individuals with: trauma (including physical & sexual abuse), anxiety, depression, OCD, grief & loss, divorce & family challenges, suicidal ideation & self-harm, and anger management.
Are you grieving?
I am a licensed therapist specializing in trauma therapy, grief counseling, and complex family challenges for children, teens, and adults. I have extensive experience helping individuals with: trauma (including physical & sexual abuse), anxiety, depression, OCD, grief & loss, divorce & family challenges, suicidal ideation & self-harm, and anger management.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, chronic health issues, workplace stress, or the weight of caregiving. Others are parents navigating the ups and downs of raising a family, young people trying to manage school, identity, and social pressures. What they all want is relief, clarity, and practical ways to feel more in control of their lives.
Therapy with me is collaborative and down-to-earth. We’ll set goals together, and I’ll offer evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, chronic health issues, workplace stress, or the weight of caregiving. Others are parents navigating the ups and downs of raising a family, young people trying to manage school, identity, and social pressures. What they all want is relief, clarity, and practical ways to feel more in control of their lives.
Therapy with me is collaborative and down-to-earth. We’ll set goals together, and I’ll offer evidence-based approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.
Additionally, I provide psychotherapy for adults and adolescents for anxiety, panic, depression, and trauma and for those needing to improve their relationship or those recovering from infidelity or a major life event or loss.
As both a psychologist and psychological scientist, I apply evidenced-based interventions when evaluating and treating patients and clients in addition to maintaining a collaborative approach. I will fulfil your expectations by ensuring that I understand your expectations and targeting and meeting your goals.
Additionally, I provide psychotherapy for adults and adolescents for anxiety, panic, depression, and trauma and for those needing to improve their relationship or those recovering from infidelity or a major life event or loss.
As both a psychologist and psychological scientist, I apply evidenced-based interventions when evaluating and treating patients and clients in addition to maintaining a collaborative approach. I will fulfil your expectations by ensuring that I understand your expectations and targeting and meeting your goals.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over 3 years of experience. I specialize in assisting adults with a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, panic disorders, relationship issues, and addiction, as well as mood and personality disorders. I have expertise in working with the addiction population, women, and couples.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over 3 years of experience. I specialize in assisting adults with a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, panic disorders, relationship issues, and addiction, as well as mood and personality disorders. I have expertise in working with the addiction population, women, and couples.
I work with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, whether from a single event or a series of distressing experiences. Trauma often disrupts daily life in various ways. Sometimes the impact is more noticeable, such as avoiding places associated with the trauma, while at other times it is more subtle, like persistent feelings of unease, difficulty focusing, or challenges in relationships. Many people affected by trauma hope to forget these painful experiences and move forward, seeking healing and resolution.
I work with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, whether from a single event or a series of distressing experiences. Trauma often disrupts daily life in various ways. Sometimes the impact is more noticeable, such as avoiding places associated with the trauma, while at other times it is more subtle, like persistent feelings of unease, difficulty focusing, or challenges in relationships. Many people affected by trauma hope to forget these painful experiences and move forward, seeking healing and resolution.
I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing the challenging effects of grief, trauma, increased stress & anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and Identity issues.
Michele Nicole Bradford has been supporting individuals therapeutically for 20 years. She has a Bachelor’s in Psychology, a dual Master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy and School Counseling, as well as a certification in Spiritual Counseling & Companioning.
I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing the challenging effects of grief, trauma, increased stress & anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and Identity issues.
Michele Nicole Bradford has been supporting individuals therapeutically for 20 years. She has a Bachelor’s in Psychology, a dual Master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy and School Counseling, as well as a certification in Spiritual Counseling & Companioning.
I have an extensive background working with children (ages 4 and up) and adolescents related to behavioral issues, anger, and mood disorders. Also many years working with adults, veterans, families, and couples. Goal is to strengthen individuals and families with strategies to develop effective relationships, communication, life and social skills.
I have an extensive background working with children (ages 4 and up) and adolescents related to behavioral issues, anger, and mood disorders. Also many years working with adults, veterans, families, and couples. Goal is to strengthen individuals and families with strategies to develop effective relationships, communication, life and social skills.
I specialize in Anxiety, Grief and Mourning, Substance misuse, and trauma-related issues.
Untreated trauma and other painful life experiences (past and current) can negatively impact daily functioning, mood, relationships, spirit, and ability to accomplish goals and dreams. It has been my life's mission to build-up, walk beside, challenge, and champion those who are broken and lonely, and for those who long for courage and hope.
I specialize in Anxiety, Grief and Mourning, Substance misuse, and trauma-related issues.
Untreated trauma and other painful life experiences (past and current) can negatively impact daily functioning, mood, relationships, spirit, and ability to accomplish goals and dreams. It has been my life's mission to build-up, walk beside, challenge, and champion those who are broken and lonely, and for those who long for courage and hope.
I am a registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern with experience treating couples, families, and individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, trauma, spiritual abuse, pregnancy, postpartum, life transitions, relationships, and behavioral concerns.
I take a systemic approach and utilize various client-centered methods and models, such as intergenerational family therapy, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
I am a registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern with experience treating couples, families, and individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, trauma, spiritual abuse, pregnancy, postpartum, life transitions, relationships, and behavioral concerns.
I take a systemic approach and utilize various client-centered methods and models, such as intergenerational family therapy, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
I enjoy encouraging others who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, as well as life transitions and changes.
I have counseled with others for more than 20 years, in many different age groups and areas, from children to seniors and those struggling with issues surrounding life changes and transitions, chronic illness, disabilities and grief and loss.
I enjoy encouraging others who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, as well as life transitions and changes.
I have counseled with others for more than 20 years, in many different age groups and areas, from children to seniors and those struggling with issues surrounding life changes and transitions, chronic illness, disabilities and grief and loss.
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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.