Grief Therapists in 48846

Randy E Masterson
Counselor, MA, LPC, CSOTS
Verified Verified
Ionia, MI 48846
I work with teen boys and men. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in teens' and men's issues. I also am a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Specialist. I work with depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, domestic violence, and boys and men who have been sexually abused.
I work with teen boys and men. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in teens' and men's issues. I also am a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Specialist. I work with depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, domestic violence, and boys and men who have been sexually abused.
(616) 326-3374 View (616) 326-3374
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Candy L Straubel-Sower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , CAADC
Verified Verified
Ionia, MI 48846
Candy is a Clinical Licensed Master Social Worker and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, operating in the mental health field for over 20 years. Specializing in trauma recovery and substance abuse, she works extensively with a diverse population of children, adolescents, adults, foster care/adoption, and families. In addition, she facilitates both groups and individual therapy for all types of addictions. Candy also provides training to schools and agencies on the basics of trauma and affects it has on the developing brain.
Candy is a Clinical Licensed Master Social Worker and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, operating in the mental health field for over 20 years. Specializing in trauma recovery and substance abuse, she works extensively with a diverse population of children, adolescents, adults, foster care/adoption, and families. In addition, she facilitates both groups and individual therapy for all types of addictions. Candy also provides training to schools and agencies on the basics of trauma and affects it has on the developing brain.
(616) 522-5391 View (616) 522-5391
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Alex T Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ionia, MI 48846
Welcome to JumpStart 2 Recovery, where we support all mental health clients, including those with Substance Use Disorder. We understand the struggle of not being understood and the weight of unexpressed needs. Our goal is to help you feel confident in your skin and reach your potential. With our expertise in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder treatment, we'll be your ally throughout your journey to a better life. For more info, visit www.jumpstart2recovery.com
Welcome to JumpStart 2 Recovery, where we support all mental health clients, including those with Substance Use Disorder. We understand the struggle of not being understood and the weight of unexpressed needs. Our goal is to help you feel confident in your skin and reach your potential. With our expertise in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder treatment, we'll be your ally throughout your journey to a better life. For more info, visit www.jumpstart2recovery.com
(616) 523-6537 x111 View (616) 523-6537 x111
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Melissa Spino
Counselor, MA, LPC, CDMS
Verified Verified
Ionia, MI 48846
You're not a diagnosis or label but a unique individual. I won't treat you like "patient" because you're not one. We'll work together to reach your goals so you can start to "live the life you want." If you're having difficulties because your life seems out of control, it may be time to get help. When life gets difficult, I'm here to help. You're not alone. Contact me today. I offer short & long-term therapy options and day & evening hours. See website for full list of services, groups and seminars.
You're not a diagnosis or label but a unique individual. I won't treat you like "patient" because you're not one. We'll work together to reach your goals so you can start to "live the life you want." If you're having difficulties because your life seems out of control, it may be time to get help. When life gets difficult, I'm here to help. You're not alone. Contact me today. I offer short & long-term therapy options and day & evening hours. See website for full list of services, groups and seminars.
(616) 537-1273 View (616) 537-1273
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Sarah Tarkowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ionia, MI 48846
Welcome! Pursuing a therapist can be an intimidating process that takes so much courage. It is my hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a welcoming-safe space to begin this journey of healing and empowerment. I am a Master Clinical Social Worker, with over 13 years of clinical experience. I strongly believe clients must first feel safe and connected before the healing process can begin. I am deeply passionate about this work, and strongly believe that people deserve the opportunity to better understand the impact of their story, in order to live the healthiest life possible.
Welcome! Pursuing a therapist can be an intimidating process that takes so much courage. It is my hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a welcoming-safe space to begin this journey of healing and empowerment. I am a Master Clinical Social Worker, with over 13 years of clinical experience. I strongly believe clients must first feel safe and connected before the healing process can begin. I am deeply passionate about this work, and strongly believe that people deserve the opportunity to better understand the impact of their story, in order to live the healthiest life possible.
(616) 236-5427 View (616) 236-5427
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Quies Christian Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ionia, MI 48846
We (Ben and Taylora Bookie) are a husband and wife team who share a common vision to minister to individuals, couples, and families who need support and encouragement in any area of their lives. We love God and we love people, and out of this love we want to come alongside others to promote wellness and health in all areas of life.
We (Ben and Taylora Bookie) are a husband and wife team who share a common vision to minister to individuals, couples, and families who need support and encouragement in any area of their lives. We love God and we love people, and out of this love we want to come alongside others to promote wellness and health in all areas of life.
(616) 208-2995 View (616) 208-2995
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Carrie Lynn Bucholtz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Ionia, MI 48846
The general goal is to assist the client in identification of issues, develop a plan of action, and to gain motivation to implement that plan. This is a very personal process. It is educational and developmental by nature. The counselor is the facilitator of the process that helps the client take responsibility and action to come to a resolution.
The general goal is to assist the client in identification of issues, develop a plan of action, and to gain motivation to implement that plan. This is a very personal process. It is educational and developmental by nature. The counselor is the facilitator of the process that helps the client take responsibility and action to come to a resolution.
(616) 208-5863 View (616) 208-5863
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Chantelle Benko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MHP &ES
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ionia, MI 48846
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life gives us more than we can handle by ourselves & we could use a bit of help navigating our way through it. We all have struggles as well as our own individualized higher purpose to fulfill. I'm here to help process your thoughts, feelings, & experiences so you may move forward in a healthier, more positive direction where peace & contentment can be found using a mind, body, spirit approach to healing & growth. We all deserve to live life to the fullest & I can offer you the counseling tools, resources, encouragement & support to assist you in overcoming life's obstacles & challenges encountered throughout your journey.
Sometimes life gives us more than we can handle by ourselves & we could use a bit of help navigating our way through it. We all have struggles as well as our own individualized higher purpose to fulfill. I'm here to help process your thoughts, feelings, & experiences so you may move forward in a healthier, more positive direction where peace & contentment can be found using a mind, body, spirit approach to healing & growth. We all deserve to live life to the fullest & I can offer you the counseling tools, resources, encouragement & support to assist you in overcoming life's obstacles & challenges encountered throughout your journey.
(616) 205-9126 View (616) 205-9126
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Wayne A Haines
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ionia, MI 48846
For more than 20 years I have worked with families in a variety of settings through a variety of issues. It is my desire to help you, your child, and/or your family work through any issue in order to experience a fulfilling life. I work with teens and adults struggling with anxiety/depression, relational issues, divorce related issues, self-esteem, and personal identity issues.
For more than 20 years I have worked with families in a variety of settings through a variety of issues. It is my desire to help you, your child, and/or your family work through any issue in order to experience a fulfilling life. I work with teens and adults struggling with anxiety/depression, relational issues, divorce related issues, self-esteem, and personal identity issues.
(616) 710-4387 View (616) 710-4387
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Erica Enz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ionia, MI 48846
I work with children, adolescents, adults and families with varying challenges and symptoms. I have specialized training in providing care to those who experience depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and systemic family concerns. Every individual is unique and presents with unique needs, to which I will meet with where you are currently at. I will join you on your journey to help achieve your goals and work towards personal growth and healing. Change is hard. Self-growth is hard. Both are the most rewarding things you can do for your self!
I work with children, adolescents, adults and families with varying challenges and symptoms. I have specialized training in providing care to those who experience depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and systemic family concerns. Every individual is unique and presents with unique needs, to which I will meet with where you are currently at. I will join you on your journey to help achieve your goals and work towards personal growth and healing. Change is hard. Self-growth is hard. Both are the most rewarding things you can do for your self!
(616) 207-1971 View (616) 207-1971
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Senta Rose
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Ionia, MI 48846  (Online Only)
I have worked in the mental health field since 1989 and in 2016 I began intensive training with a type parts work counseling. This involves a guided process of communicating with aspects of a person’s personality (such as the parts that likes to learn, or the part that wants to act impulsively) as well as self defense parts (such as the parts that procrastinate, that gets defensively angry.) This technique is called Inner Relationship Focusing. Here is a link. Psychotherapy is deep work and requires frequently paced appointments such as once a week or no less than every other week.
I have worked in the mental health field since 1989 and in 2016 I began intensive training with a type parts work counseling. This involves a guided process of communicating with aspects of a person’s personality (such as the parts that likes to learn, or the part that wants to act impulsively) as well as self defense parts (such as the parts that procrastinate, that gets defensively angry.) This technique is called Inner Relationship Focusing. Here is a link. Psychotherapy is deep work and requires frequently paced appointments such as once a week or no less than every other week.
(517) 401-4323 View (517) 401-4323
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Holly DeVivo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LLMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ionia, MI 48846  (Online Only)
My goal as your therapist is to help you take control of your past, reduce its impact on your daily life, and increase your overall sense of wellbeing. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and chronic pain/illness. These struggles are very often connected and by beginning the healing process, we can improve every aspect of our daily lives. As someone with a history of trauma and chronic illness, I understand these connections very well. During your time in therapy with me, you will get someone who understands on a personal level the difficulties you may be experiencing.
My goal as your therapist is to help you take control of your past, reduce its impact on your daily life, and increase your overall sense of wellbeing. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and chronic pain/illness. These struggles are very often connected and by beginning the healing process, we can improve every aspect of our daily lives. As someone with a history of trauma and chronic illness, I understand these connections very well. During your time in therapy with me, you will get someone who understands on a personal level the difficulties you may be experiencing.
(616) 841-9505 View (616) 841-9505

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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.