Grief Therapists in Orlando, FL
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Serenity Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational,
grief
and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.

Jennifer Treco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have worked with a wide variety of individuals of ages 3-107 who have experienced
loss
due to illness,
death
, and identity crisis. I specialize in providing support to those dealing with anxiety, depression, and changes in social behavior stemming from
grief
,
bereavement
, and
loss
. Additionally, I have also worked with individuals and their families as they deal with long-term medical diagnoses, including Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Currently I am a play therapist intern working to become a Registered Play Therapist.

Robbi Zeper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you having racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, excessive worry, difficulty sleeping, or feeling overwhelmed with stress? Is a phobia, OCD, or mood swings interfering with your life, relationships, school, or work? Do you feel stuck or haunted by trauma or abuse? Are you experiencing panic attacks or feeling a heaviness in your heart from the
loss
of a loved one? Do you want to improve your life but don't know where to start? After two sessions with me, you will feel better and find relief from the problems that brought you to therapy.
Waitlist for new clients

Lauren Flynn
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified
Verified
Life throws a lot at us. Facing these everyday challenges along with depression, anxiety, or
grief
can make these challenges feel insurmountable. I'm here to help you find a way to manage it.

Laura Delva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been working in hospice care for several years and specialize in end of life issues, phase of life changes and
grief
and
loss
.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) although I am based out of South Florida, I am currently offering Telehealth services throughout the state. I have over 5 years of experience, working with older adults.
Orlando, FL 32837
& Online

Frances W Griffis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical psychologist with 35 years of experience providing psychotherapy. My current private practice serves adults, with a specialty in geriatric psychology. I have practiced in Burlington, VT, Plantation, FL, Pompano Beach, FL, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and in upstate NY. Treating depression, anxiety,
grief
&
loss
, chronic mental illness, family & relationship issues, and poor-self esteem are some of my areas of expertise.

Claudia Swonger
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Claudia Swonger is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field. She earned her master’s degree in counseling from Webster University in 2006 and is fluent in English and Spanish. Claudia has professional experience working in a variety of mental health settings, including hospitals, offices and homes, which allows her to address a diverse range of client concerns. She enjoys working with adults who want to improve their mental wellness and has experience working with a myriad of conditions, including depression, anxiety,
grief
and
loss
and life changes.

Kimberly Reid
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified
Verified
Kim is a Certified
Grief
Educator having completed a certificate program designed by world-renowned
grief
expert, David Kessler.
Kim’s greatest desire is to help her clients discover the wonder of who they are and to fully embrace their value, worth, and purpose in life. This takes place through acceptance, healing, change that often needs to occur, and commitment to personal growth and self-discovery. Like any other journey in life, it all happens one step at a time. She is dedicated to creating a safe space in which to allow her clients to share their story and to walk alongside them to find what it is they need to thrive. Building trust with her clients through acceptance, intentionality, empathy, and the ability to listen well is her first priority.

Margaret Keig
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Margaret Keig is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Florida who has 11 years of experience collaborating with adults, teens, children, couples, and families seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, addictions,
grief
and
loss
, relationship issues, and spirituality. She is a Premarital Course Provider in Orange County, FL. She has many years of experience with the LGBTQ community, including work in HIV/AIDS and with Gender Identity following the WPATH Standards of Care.

Brenda Stutler
Counselor, LMHC, GC-C, ART
Verified
Verified
Grief
is extremely personal and is not always about
death
.
Counseling is an opportunity for a client to learn about themselves and improve their life; it is a different journey for each person. I consider it an honor to walk along side someone who is seeking change. My approach is to build a trusting, safe relationship and give the client as much support as they need. I specialize in working with
grief
, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD. I am licensed to practice in Florida and Virginia.

Britta White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
You will get compassionate support as you navigate the ups and downs of
grief
,
loss
, and infertility.
Anxiety and stress are running…the…show! You can’t stop the anxious chatter in your head. Constantly stressed out, exhausted, irritable, and overwhelmed. You’re on empty! Your self-esteem is at an all-time low. You’re tangled up in negative self-talk that is fueling your self-doubt. You constantly seek approval, feel like you're not enough, and worry that you're being judged or rejected. Maybe the path to parenthood has taken a painful and unexpected detour. Infertility, pregnancy, or infant
loss
has shattered your world. Uncertainty has filled you with anxiety and fear. Nobody understands your pain. You feel isolated and alone.

Dr. Donald Tate & Associates
PhD, GRS, RYT
I suggest to my clients to increase self-awareness and self-actualization through three strategies that passionately commit ourselves to focus on: Personable Commitment: The journey of a balance and natural health and wellness lifestyle begins and ends with a personal commitment. The Belief: Believe that it is possible to overcome any
loss
in their life. Playing to Win: Many people are playing life just to survive. I equip my clients to prevail against the challenges of life by using our program(s) and improve an independent responsibility to gain an ability to live life to the fullest.

Anna Patterson
Counselor, MS, LMHC, GC-C
Verified
Verified
I am also a Certified
Grief
Counselor.
My work with a non-profit ministry organization for 20+ years has deepened my understanding that we all have a story filled by beauty and brokenness. I believe we have purpose and value to contribute to help make this world a better place. My hope is for my clients to experience me as a safe, caring, trustworthy person who will walk beside them in their hard, broken places, helping them process and grow to the degree they desire. I love this quote by George Eliot, "It is never too late to be what you might have been." For me, it is a privilege to explore what that looks like together as we journey towards health and wholeness.

Summer Katz
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ACS
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Experiencing stress at work or in your relationships? Are you impacted by a chronic medical condition, or having difficulty coping with
grief
and
loss
? With a range of experience in health and healing, I can offer support and guidance to help you break through the emotional barriers that may prevent you from moving forward in life. My background includes professional as well as personal experience related to these topics, and I share this to say that you are not alone in your journey.
Not accepting new clients

Lori Selwyn Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Throughout my 25 years in practice I have helped clients overcome stress, depression, anxiety,
grief
, and relationship difficulties.
I provide a non-judgemental environment for clients to feel safe to discuss a range of thoughts and feelings as well as to explore possible options or solutions in their lives.
In my work with individuals I focus on clients' existing strengths as the foundation for improved coping, communication and relationships of all types.

Pivotal Clarity Wellness Care, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified
Verified
I have served diverse populations in various capacities, and I can help you navigate through
grief
,
loss
, traumatic/adverse childhood experiences, and life transitions.
Hello! If you are reading this you have stepped out of your comfort zone and you are exploring who you can trust with your innermost thoughts and feelings. I would be honored to work with you along your process. I can provide you with a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions so you can manifest a shift in your perspective and develop the clarity, growth, and peace you seek. I am passionate about this work. My own curative journey has led me to explore a whole-person approach: mind, body, soul. I find Mental Wellness Care to be such a vital component of our whole well-being and our overall human experience.

Shannon Olesen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an ordained Unity minister with 20 years of experience. I believe that counseling is a transformational process and the counselor serves as a guide. I am grateful for the opportunity to assist people who are working on the following areas and more: Anxiety, Depression,
Grief
&
Loss
, Coping with Illness, Life Transitions, Sexual Orientation, Relationship Issues, Codependency, Conscious Parenting, and Creating Balance. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I also teach classes and do LCSW Clinical Supervision for LCSW candidates.

Ingrid Leitchmore
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am presently accepting new clients and conducting tele-health sessions. I specialize in working with individuals of all ages. I am experience in working with children, adolescence, teens, and adults with depression, adjustment disorders, anxiety, PTSD, dyslexia,
grief
, stress, anger, low self-esteem, eating disorder and other life changes. I believe in providing an environment that’s tailored to serving individual’s needs; an environment that’s judgment free. I believe mental stability is essential to creating the life we desire.

Char Listens, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
If you are struggling with life issues and/or
grief
you do not have to struggle alone. I genuinely love people and enjoy helping individuals on their life journey. I offer hope, help, and healing, as well as provide appropriate coping strategies as you make positive changes to enhance your life journey. My education and life experience give me a unique and seasoned perspective to help you become mentally whole and healthy/as well as, offer support as you are striving to utilize your God-given gifts, talents, and discover your dreams.

Jill Haire
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CAP
Verified
Verified
I'm an educational and interactive counselor. I'm highly trained in recovery from
grief
, addictions and relationship issues. I'm also an author. In my view it's a privilege, a responsibility and a blessing to counsel those who are willing to illuminate the dark places in their lives in order to heal and to grow into empowerment.
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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.