Grief Therapists in Lakeland, FL
Maybe you were ready to slow down, work part-time, or begin a well-earned retirement. Then, life changed. A new stressor emerged. Perhaps you became a caregiver, received a medical diagnosis, or lost someone dear to you. Now what?
Life has a way of surprising us. As a therapist specializing in aging and life transitions, I can help you navigate the unexpected so you can reconnect with your purpose, even if it looks different than you imagined.
Maybe you were ready to slow down, work part-time, or begin a well-earned retirement. Then, life changed. A new stressor emerged. Perhaps you became a caregiver, received a medical diagnosis, or lost someone dear to you. Now what?
Life has a way of surprising us. As a therapist specializing in aging and life transitions, I can help you navigate the unexpected so you can reconnect with your purpose, even if it looks different than you imagined.
I also provide individual therapy for adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, depression, stressful life transitions, and grief.
As a licensed therapist, my highest priority is creating a warm, trusting relationship where clients feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach integrates evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care. Interventions are tailored to individual needs.
I also provide individual therapy for adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, depression, stressful life transitions, and grief.
As a licensed therapist, my highest priority is creating a warm, trusting relationship where clients feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach integrates evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care. Interventions are tailored to individual needs.
The weight of trauma, attachment wounds, grief, addiction recovery, or generational patterns brings anxiety, emotional overwhelm, strained relationships, or spiritual disconnection.
I specialize in trauma, attachment wounds, grief, addiction recovery, generational patterns, anxiety, and spiritual growth for children, teens, and adults.
With a person-centered approach, I blend art therapy, play therapy, and HeartMath tools integrating biblical truths when desired to uncover root causes, regulate emotions, and heal body, mind, and spirit.
The weight of trauma, attachment wounds, grief, addiction recovery, or generational patterns brings anxiety, emotional overwhelm, strained relationships, or spiritual disconnection.
I specialize in trauma, attachment wounds, grief, addiction recovery, generational patterns, anxiety, and spiritual growth for children, teens, and adults.
With a person-centered approach, I blend art therapy, play therapy, and HeartMath tools integrating biblical truths when desired to uncover root causes, regulate emotions, and heal body, mind, and spirit.
Elizabeth Wills
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, CRC
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
I am dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is rooted in building an authentic connection with each client. I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where clients of all ages can work towards their desired change without judgement.
I am dedicated to working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My practice is rooted in building an authentic connection with each client. I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where clients of all ages can work towards their desired change without judgement.
I have thirty years' experience working with children, adolescents, couples and families coping with difficult behavior, complicated grief, trauma, communication/relationships.
Welcome! If you are on this page, chances are that you or someone you love are going through a tough time. You are looking for someone who will listen and can offer some insight and guidance. Despite misconceptions, my job is not to solve your problems; instead, I assist you to focus on what you can and can’t change. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as partners in your therapeutic journey. It’s important to me that we communicate openly, I will listen carefully, challenge and support you throughout your journey.
I have thirty years' experience working with children, adolescents, couples and families coping with difficult behavior, complicated grief, trauma, communication/relationships.
Welcome! If you are on this page, chances are that you or someone you love are going through a tough time. You are looking for someone who will listen and can offer some insight and guidance. Despite misconceptions, my job is not to solve your problems; instead, I assist you to focus on what you can and can’t change. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as partners in your therapeutic journey. It’s important to me that we communicate openly, I will listen carefully, challenge and support you throughout your journey.
I help overwhelmed caregivers and adults in high-pressure caregiving roles work through stress, guilt, grief, anxiety, and burnout.
Constantly taking care of everyone but are falling apart on the inside? You may look like you’re functioning on the outside, but inside you feel exhausted, resentful, overwhelmed, or like there’s never room for you. You’re holding together a lot right now. Maybe you’re caring for an aging parent, raising kids, managing work, and trying to keep up with everyone else’s needs while quietly running on empty yourself.
I see you and know the calm you need. Let's talk about YOU and how to put some of your needs towards the top on the ever-growing to do list.
I help overwhelmed caregivers and adults in high-pressure caregiving roles work through stress, guilt, grief, anxiety, and burnout.
Constantly taking care of everyone but are falling apart on the inside? You may look like you’re functioning on the outside, but inside you feel exhausted, resentful, overwhelmed, or like there’s never room for you. You’re holding together a lot right now. Maybe you’re caring for an aging parent, raising kids, managing work, and trying to keep up with everyone else’s needs while quietly running on empty yourself.
I see you and know the calm you need. Let's talk about YOU and how to put some of your needs towards the top on the ever-growing to do list.
I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
I would love to help clients discover the root of the problem. This might be achieved through emotion education and awareness, body regulating coping skills, EMDR, CBT, and empathetic care. I want to make sure each client feels safe and stable before diving into trauma work.
I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
I would love to help clients discover the root of the problem. This might be achieved through emotion education and awareness, body regulating coping skills, EMDR, CBT, and empathetic care. I want to make sure each client feels safe and stable before diving into trauma work.
Whether you’re navigating the heavy fog of grief, carrying the weight of past trauma, or feeling stuck in the cycle of anxiety and depression, but you deserve a space where you can breathe, process, and simply be human—no pressure, no pretending…just as you are.
I specialize in working with individuals facing trauma, grief, anxiety, self-esteem/illness & depression. My style is warm, open, and grounded in compassion. I use a humanistic approach that centers your lived experience, along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move toward a life that feels more aligned, more meaningful, and more free.
Whether you’re navigating the heavy fog of grief, carrying the weight of past trauma, or feeling stuck in the cycle of anxiety and depression, but you deserve a space where you can breathe, process, and simply be human—no pressure, no pretending…just as you are.
I specialize in working with individuals facing trauma, grief, anxiety, self-esteem/illness & depression. My style is warm, open, and grounded in compassion. I use a humanistic approach that centers your lived experience, along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move toward a life that feels more aligned, more meaningful, and more free.
Life can feel heavy when stress builds, relationships strain, or anxiety takes hold. You may feel overwhelmed trying to hold everything together, unsure how to find peace again. I help adults, parents, and families slow down, uncover what is happening beneath the surface, and rebuild stability and connection. Whether working with adults, children, or teens, I walk alongside each client with faith, wisdom, and genuine care to guide them toward resilience and restoration. At Renewed Integrative Counseling, I serve as an on-site clinician offering services at our Lakeland office or through telehealth.
Life can feel heavy when stress builds, relationships strain, or anxiety takes hold. You may feel overwhelmed trying to hold everything together, unsure how to find peace again. I help adults, parents, and families slow down, uncover what is happening beneath the surface, and rebuild stability and connection. Whether working with adults, children, or teens, I walk alongside each client with faith, wisdom, and genuine care to guide them toward resilience and restoration. At Renewed Integrative Counseling, I serve as an on-site clinician offering services at our Lakeland office or through telehealth.
Kate has been in practice since 1973. During this time she has integrated many approaches: cognitive/ behavioral, mindfulness, ego state, hypnosis, EDMR, brainspotting, art, and neuroscience based therapies. Her methods are especially helpful for symptoms of trauma, anxiety, grief, interpersonal, and family problems. It is her pleasure to help patients discover the resources they have within to manage life's challenges. She is a certified supervisor for licensure.
Kate has been in practice since 1973. During this time she has integrated many approaches: cognitive/ behavioral, mindfulness, ego state, hypnosis, EDMR, brainspotting, art, and neuroscience based therapies. Her methods are especially helpful for symptoms of trauma, anxiety, grief, interpersonal, and family problems. It is her pleasure to help patients discover the resources they have within to manage life's challenges. She is a certified supervisor for licensure.
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities such as EMDR.
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities such as EMDR.
I specialize in : Couples counseling, Premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
ASK ABOUT VIDEO AND PHONE SESSIONS ! I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on the Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
I specialize in : Couples counseling, Premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
ASK ABOUT VIDEO AND PHONE SESSIONS ! I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on the Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
Life can become overwhelming when emotions feel out of control or relationships start to suffer. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of worry, frustration, or sadness that you cannot seem to shake. My goal is to help you understand what is driving those emotions so you can regain a sense of balance and direction. Together we will identify what is keeping you from feeling steady, build emotional awareness, and develop tools that help you experience genuine growth and peace in your everyday life.
Life can become overwhelming when emotions feel out of control or relationships start to suffer. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of worry, frustration, or sadness that you cannot seem to shake. My goal is to help you understand what is driving those emotions so you can regain a sense of balance and direction. Together we will identify what is keeping you from feeling steady, build emotional awareness, and develop tools that help you experience genuine growth and peace in your everyday life.
I primarily work with adults addressing various issues including depression, grief, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life changes, relationship issues, self esteem and memory issues.
There is no better day than today to make positive changes in your life. I feel that the counseling process is a good first step in making those changes. I have provided individual therapy for the past 35 years. My guiding principal in counseling is to help clients identify their issues and custom fit a plan to address their concerns. I use various counseling techniques, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, to help clients gain a different perspective and outlook.
I primarily work with adults addressing various issues including depression, grief, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life changes, relationship issues, self esteem and memory issues.
There is no better day than today to make positive changes in your life. I feel that the counseling process is a good first step in making those changes. I have provided individual therapy for the past 35 years. My guiding principal in counseling is to help clients identify their issues and custom fit a plan to address their concerns. I use various counseling techniques, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, to help clients gain a different perspective and outlook.
I specialize in : Marriage Counseling ,premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Helping College Students, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
I Counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
I specialize in : Marriage Counseling ,premarital Counseling, Men's issues, Midlife Issues for Men and Women, Helping College Students, Grief counseling, Problems with Adult Children, Senior Citizens, Help in dealing with Depression and Anxiety.
I Counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
Life can feel overwhelming. Anxiety from work, family stress, and relationship tension can leave you drained and uneasy. Even your home—meant to be a safe haven—may add pressure. Constantly managing emotions or avoiding conflict can lead to burnout and emotional exhaustion. This pattern isn’t sustainable—and you don’t have to do it alone. With the Stoa Life system, you’ll access exclusive, time-tested strategies to manage chronic stress, build healthier boundaries, and restore inner peace. Grounded in ancient wisdom and refined for modern life, Stoa Life offers a premium path to personal growth.
Life can feel overwhelming. Anxiety from work, family stress, and relationship tension can leave you drained and uneasy. Even your home—meant to be a safe haven—may add pressure. Constantly managing emotions or avoiding conflict can lead to burnout and emotional exhaustion. This pattern isn’t sustainable—and you don’t have to do it alone. With the Stoa Life system, you’ll access exclusive, time-tested strategies to manage chronic stress, build healthier boundaries, and restore inner peace. Grounded in ancient wisdom and refined for modern life, Stoa Life offers a premium path to personal growth.
There are seasons in life that feel heavy and disorienting, when anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma make it hard to see a way forward.
I offer a compassionate, collaborative, and faith affirming space where you can safely explore your challenges and hopes. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and other evidence based approaches, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs and pace.
There are seasons in life that feel heavy and disorienting, when anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma make it hard to see a way forward.
I offer a compassionate, collaborative, and faith affirming space where you can safely explore your challenges and hopes. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and other evidence based approaches, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs and pace.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 10 years and have a variety of experience which including grief, crisis work, and addictions.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients ranging from early adults taking on the new challenges in life to empty nesters who may be facing the idea of relearning everything they thought they knew. I enjoy helping individuals address and overcome challenges life has dealt them, and appreciate that this looks different for everyone. Life is ever-changing and so are our mental health needs. I look forward to working with you, wherever you find yourself on your journey in life.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 10 years and have a variety of experience which including grief, crisis work, and addictions.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients ranging from early adults taking on the new challenges in life to empty nesters who may be facing the idea of relearning everything they thought they knew. I enjoy helping individuals address and overcome challenges life has dealt them, and appreciate that this looks different for everyone. Life is ever-changing and so are our mental health needs. I look forward to working with you, wherever you find yourself on your journey in life.
I have worked with clients who suffered from depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, guilt/shame, trauma, medical issues, and relationship issues.
I use CBT, SFBT, and Positive Psychology to address Trauma, Grief, Depression, Anxiety and Phobias. I have worked in community mental health and in Hospice. I am also a former nurse and educator and will incorporate my background experience to help clients as needed.
I have worked with clients who suffered from depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, guilt/shame, trauma, medical issues, and relationship issues.
I use CBT, SFBT, and Positive Psychology to address Trauma, Grief, Depression, Anxiety and Phobias. I have worked in community mental health and in Hospice. I am also a former nurse and educator and will incorporate my background experience to help clients as needed.
I am passionate about helping people process and work through grief and major life changes.
I completed my Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology and my Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. After working as a public high school teacher for 15 years, I am now ready to “teach” you and your family the tools and skills needed to succeed in your unique situation.
I am passionate about helping people process and work through grief and major life changes.
I completed my Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology and my Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. After working as a public high school teacher for 15 years, I am now ready to “teach” you and your family the tools and skills needed to succeed in your unique situation.
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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.