Grief Therapists in 53226

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Kathy Schaetzke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MBA
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I work with a broad range of mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss.
I know from my own experience how difficult it is to take the first step toward getting help. Once you've done that, you must face the difficult task of choosing a therapist. This is a very important and personal decision since the success of treatment is dependent on the client/therapist relationship. I believe the therapist/client relationship should be a collaborative one where we work as a team toward your goals.
I work with a broad range of mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss.
I know from my own experience how difficult it is to take the first step toward getting help. Once you've done that, you must face the difficult task of choosing a therapist. This is a very important and personal decision since the success of treatment is dependent on the client/therapist relationship. I believe the therapist/client relationship should be a collaborative one where we work as a team toward your goals.
(414) 795-9390 View (414) 795-9390
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Jacquelyn Nasby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53226  (Online Only)
Born and raised in the suburbs of Milwaukee, Jacquelyn obtained her Masters of Science in Community Psychology from Alverno College in 2015, interning in bereavement with a hospice organization.
Jacquelyn utilizes eclectic and collaborative methods in counseling, approaching clients’ needs from emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual lenses. With a passion for art and music, she encourages the use of creative expression in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy, providing an environment for clients to be heard on both verbal and non-verbal platforms. She takes a humanistic approach, working along with clients to engage them in treatment and create individualized plans to reach their goals.
Born and raised in the suburbs of Milwaukee, Jacquelyn obtained her Masters of Science in Community Psychology from Alverno College in 2015, interning in bereavement with a hospice organization.
Jacquelyn utilizes eclectic and collaborative methods in counseling, approaching clients’ needs from emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual lenses. With a passion for art and music, she encourages the use of creative expression in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy, providing an environment for clients to be heard on both verbal and non-verbal platforms. She takes a humanistic approach, working along with clients to engage them in treatment and create individualized plans to reach their goals.
(414) 667-7009 View (414) 667-7009
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Sarah M. Luecke
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53226  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Sarah Luecke. I have lived all over Wisconsin, from small farming communities to the Milwaukee metro area. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Wisconsin – Stout. I provide tele-therapy service from the comfort and convenience of your home to individuals, couples, and families for the entire state. My focus is on family systems and I have extensive experience in grief and loss. I am also an approved provider for the Wisconsin Farmer Wellness program.
Hello, my name is Sarah Luecke. I have lived all over Wisconsin, from small farming communities to the Milwaukee metro area. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Wisconsin – Stout. I provide tele-therapy service from the comfort and convenience of your home to individuals, couples, and families for the entire state. My focus is on family systems and I have extensive experience in grief and loss. I am also an approved provider for the Wisconsin Farmer Wellness program.
(262) 394-8498 View (262) 394-8498
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Healing Minds MKE
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226  (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are struggling in the darkness of depression, grief or trauma? Do you feel stuck, lost or numb? Is anger affecting your relationships, work or other aspects of your life? Do you regularly feel anxious or unsettled? We are passionate about supporting others in finding the path towards mental wellness. This includes creating a safe space to explore your feelings, process past traumatic experiences and develop healthy, helpful coping tools. You don’t have to do this alone. We want to help you find light in the darkness and restore the hope you’ve lost.
Do you feel like you are struggling in the darkness of depression, grief or trauma? Do you feel stuck, lost or numb? Is anger affecting your relationships, work or other aspects of your life? Do you regularly feel anxious or unsettled? We are passionate about supporting others in finding the path towards mental wellness. This includes creating a safe space to explore your feelings, process past traumatic experiences and develop healthy, helpful coping tools. You don’t have to do this alone. We want to help you find light in the darkness and restore the hope you’ve lost.
(920) 626-3521 View (920) 626-3521
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Christine Hansburg-Hotson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, CEAP, ICSE
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Additionally, she can help those who need to change life patterns which might include use of substances; dealing with grief and loss issues, changing a history of poor relationships and trauma; improving communication skills or increasing self-esteem.
Accepting New Patients. Christine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in drug and alcohol treatment. She is an empathetic listener whose style of therapy is focused on being open and frank with a realistic approach. Her goal is to help people feel competent and positive about their lives; or make realistic changes to get to where they wish to be.
Additionally, she can help those who need to change life patterns which might include use of substances; dealing with grief and loss issues, changing a history of poor relationships and trauma; improving communication skills or increasing self-esteem.
Accepting New Patients. Christine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in drug and alcohol treatment. She is an empathetic listener whose style of therapy is focused on being open and frank with a realistic approach. Her goal is to help people feel competent and positive about their lives; or make realistic changes to get to where they wish to be.
(414) 626-1675 View (414) 626-1675
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Claire Therese Stangl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I treat ages 8 and older and specialize in Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders, Depression, Grief and Bereavement, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Relationship or Marital Issues, Substance Use Disorders, Trauma and Abuse, and issues around food.
Understanding that the mind, body, and spirit all play key roles in your well-being, I use a person-centered, integrative therapy approach that focuses on all areas of your life. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental working environment in order to establish a positive rapport and trusting, therapeutic relationship.
I treat ages 8 and older and specialize in Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety, Attention Deficit Disorders, Depression, Grief and Bereavement, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Relationship or Marital Issues, Substance Use Disorders, Trauma and Abuse, and issues around food.
Understanding that the mind, body, and spirit all play key roles in your well-being, I use a person-centered, integrative therapy approach that focuses on all areas of your life. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental working environment in order to establish a positive rapport and trusting, therapeutic relationship.
(262) 537-5889 View (262) 537-5889
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Many Roads Clinic
Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Many Roads Clinic (MRC), provides psychotherapy and other mental health services to a broad range of clients in the Milwaukee area. Inspired by the notion that there are many roads to recovery, MRC strives to meet the needs of it's clients by providing diverse, evidence based therapies and interventions that are personalized to each individual. We provide for a wide range of client issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, addictions, substance use, trauma, relationship/family issues, stress management, anger management and grief/loss. MRC provides a safe, warm and nurturing environment for clients to heal and grow.
Many Roads Clinic (MRC), provides psychotherapy and other mental health services to a broad range of clients in the Milwaukee area. Inspired by the notion that there are many roads to recovery, MRC strives to meet the needs of it's clients by providing diverse, evidence based therapies and interventions that are personalized to each individual. We provide for a wide range of client issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, addictions, substance use, trauma, relationship/family issues, stress management, anger management and grief/loss. MRC provides a safe, warm and nurturing environment for clients to heal and grow.
(414) 255-2563 View (414) 255-2563
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Dana Stuefen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I enjoy working with individuals who are enduring anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life changes, relationship issues, grief and loss.
We all experience hardships in life, whether it be a stressor, trauma, transition, or loss. In these times, it can be easy to lose sight of who we are and dismiss the things and the relationships that are most important to us. As an experienced therapist, my goal is to empower you to identify barriers, rediscover your core values, and let go of any self-limiting beliefs. I strive to foster a sacred therapeutic space where you can feel comfortable bringing your true and whole selves to each session.
I enjoy working with individuals who are enduring anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life changes, relationship issues, grief and loss.
We all experience hardships in life, whether it be a stressor, trauma, transition, or loss. In these times, it can be easy to lose sight of who we are and dismiss the things and the relationships that are most important to us. As an experienced therapist, my goal is to empower you to identify barriers, rediscover your core values, and let go of any self-limiting beliefs. I strive to foster a sacred therapeutic space where you can feel comfortable bringing your true and whole selves to each session.
(262) 233-2746 View (262) 233-2746
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Sue Pakula
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I am experienced in working with individuals and families, bereavement, sudden illness, and long-term health concerns that can be life changing.
As a counselor, I strive to be empathic and authentic with my clients. I practice with a Person Centered approach and draw from Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Existentialism. With these ideas, we build our therapeutic relationship on trust and understanding. We work on goals that you feel are important – you are the expert in your life!
I am experienced in working with individuals and families, bereavement, sudden illness, and long-term health concerns that can be life changing.
As a counselor, I strive to be empathic and authentic with my clients. I practice with a Person Centered approach and draw from Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Existentialism. With these ideas, we build our therapeutic relationship on trust and understanding. We work on goals that you feel are important – you are the expert in your life!
(414) 404-5860 View (414) 404-5860
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Claire Guy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Claire provides treatment for children, adolescents, and adults in a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to openly explore their thoughts and feelings and achieve positive change. As an empathic listener, she helps guide clients toward reaching their personal goals while learning skills to deal with challenges they face. Claire Mainly uses person-centered therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
Claire provides treatment for children, adolescents, and adults in a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to openly explore their thoughts and feelings and achieve positive change. As an empathic listener, she helps guide clients toward reaching their personal goals while learning skills to deal with challenges they face. Claire Mainly uses person-centered therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
(414) 928-2464 View (414) 928-2464
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Tara Magaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Sometimes, we need additional support to figure out the next step or to make a change in a positive direction. I understand that seeking help can be overwhelming. My priority is to provide a comfortable and safe place for you to talk about your personal issues and concerns. I am non-judgmental, patient and understanding. I have over 18 years of experience in individual and family counseling, working with a wide variety of issues.
Sometimes, we need additional support to figure out the next step or to make a change in a positive direction. I understand that seeking help can be overwhelming. My priority is to provide a comfortable and safe place for you to talk about your personal issues and concerns. I am non-judgmental, patient and understanding. I have over 18 years of experience in individual and family counseling, working with a wide variety of issues.
(262) 355-4588 View (262) 355-4588
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Denis Ian Jackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I have thirty years of experience as a professional counselor and have been a psychologist since 1996. I graduated in 1993 from Marquette University with a doctorate in psychology. I have experience with diverse populations: developmental disabilities, geriatric, ADHD, history of trauma, attachment-focused therapy for parents, teens, adults, LGBT persons, and trauma victims. Certified therapy training in hypnosis (diplomate), EMDR, cognitive-behavior therapy, American board of vocational experts (past diplomate).
I have thirty years of experience as a professional counselor and have been a psychologist since 1996. I graduated in 1993 from Marquette University with a doctorate in psychology. I have experience with diverse populations: developmental disabilities, geriatric, ADHD, history of trauma, attachment-focused therapy for parents, teens, adults, LGBT persons, and trauma victims. Certified therapy training in hypnosis (diplomate), EMDR, cognitive-behavior therapy, American board of vocational experts (past diplomate).
(414) 369-2924 View (414) 369-2924
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Carolyn Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SASD
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Waitlist for new clients
Trying to find your place in this world? Struggling to make changes in your life? Know where you want to go or be in life but can't figure out how to get there? I enjoy working with people battling any kind of "stuckness" including trauma issues, addictions, and issues faced by adolescents. I primarily work with individuals, but also work with a family when needed. I am often described as energetic, with a great sense of humor. If you need someone to help motivate and encourage you to make changes, then I am the therapist for you.
Trying to find your place in this world? Struggling to make changes in your life? Know where you want to go or be in life but can't figure out how to get there? I enjoy working with people battling any kind of "stuckness" including trauma issues, addictions, and issues faced by adolescents. I primarily work with individuals, but also work with a family when needed. I am often described as energetic, with a great sense of humor. If you need someone to help motivate and encourage you to make changes, then I am the therapist for you.
(262) 358-8170 View (262) 358-8170
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Encompass-Effective Mental Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Encompass has been providing mental health services in Milwaukee and the surrounding area for over 22 years. We are comprised of seven highly trained master level psychotherapists, including three Art Therapists and two Child and Adolescent Therapists. The staff at Encompass provides counseling for children as young as 5 years old, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Due to our diverse backgrounds, Encompass provides therapy for a variety of clients with a variety of issues. We have sessions individually, as couples, and in family groups. Our atmosphere is one of comfort and safety, ensuring privacy for working on difficult issues
Encompass has been providing mental health services in Milwaukee and the surrounding area for over 22 years. We are comprised of seven highly trained master level psychotherapists, including three Art Therapists and two Child and Adolescent Therapists. The staff at Encompass provides counseling for children as young as 5 years old, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Due to our diverse backgrounds, Encompass provides therapy for a variety of clients with a variety of issues. We have sessions individually, as couples, and in family groups. Our atmosphere is one of comfort and safety, ensuring privacy for working on difficult issues
(414) 386-5299 View (414) 386-5299
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Associated Mental Health Consultants
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Associated Mental Health Consultants has been serving the Milwaukee area for 20+ years. Our staff provides psychiatric services, individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide range of issues.
Associated Mental Health Consultants has been serving the Milwaukee area for 20+ years. Our staff provides psychiatric services, individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide range of issues.
(414) 369-2918 View (414) 369-2918
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Heidi Hemling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, PMH-C, NCC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226  (Online Only)
I believe in an integrative approach to counseling; focusing on bio-psycho-social and strengths-based models while seeking to understand clients through a trauma-sensitive lens. I value each client's journey and work to develop a relationship based upon trust and connection.
I believe in an integrative approach to counseling; focusing on bio-psycho-social and strengths-based models while seeking to understand clients through a trauma-sensitive lens. I value each client's journey and work to develop a relationship based upon trust and connection.
(262) 404-3836 View (262) 404-3836
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Amy L Dell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, Eagala
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Are you facing a life change or transition and feeling unsure how to move forward? Deciding how to start can be difficult. You may find it scary to decide to take this new path in discovering how to heal or to find better ways to cope as you move forward on your new journey. Our past and present can leave wounds, ones that many times no one else can see but you feel each day. I want you to know that you don’t have to be alone on this journey. My goal is to be there as your support and to help guide you to help make this journey less overwhelming.
Are you facing a life change or transition and feeling unsure how to move forward? Deciding how to start can be difficult. You may find it scary to decide to take this new path in discovering how to heal or to find better ways to cope as you move forward on your new journey. Our past and present can leave wounds, ones that many times no one else can see but you feel each day. I want you to know that you don’t have to be alone on this journey. My goal is to be there as your support and to help guide you to help make this journey less overwhelming.
(262) 600-3450 View (262) 600-3450
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Dana Vaughan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I work with empowering people to be the best they can be. I work with identify your personal resources and move towards developing a plan to commit to your growth, development and self care. It's all about moving forward!
I work with empowering people to be the best they can be. I work with identify your personal resources and move towards developing a plan to commit to your growth, development and self care. It's all about moving forward!
(414) 982-3442 View (414) 982-3442
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Lauren Orlofsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauwatosa, WI 53226  (Online Only)
Hello! I am Lauren, and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of Wisconsin with over 6 years of social work experience. Previously, I have worked with clients who have experienced the following: anxiety, depression, panic disorder, bipolar, personality disorders, hoarding, dementia, autism, trauma, substance use disorders, suicidal ideations, and homelessness. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with geriatric clients 65+ and their caregivers experiencing stress and burnout. I have also worked with diverse multinational and LGBTQ+ clients.
Hello! I am Lauren, and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of Wisconsin with over 6 years of social work experience. Previously, I have worked with clients who have experienced the following: anxiety, depression, panic disorder, bipolar, personality disorders, hoarding, dementia, autism, trauma, substance use disorders, suicidal ideations, and homelessness. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with geriatric clients 65+ and their caregivers experiencing stress and burnout. I have also worked with diverse multinational and LGBTQ+ clients.
(262) 300-5592 View (262) 300-5592
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Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
I am dedicated to the preservation of the family and eclectic in my approach to treatment, working to help families and individuals return to normalcy through individual, family and marital therapy. I believe in doing a comprehensive initial evaluation in order to best identify sources of emotional distress as well as psychological issues in play which may be interfering with the individual's optimal functioning.
I am dedicated to the preservation of the family and eclectic in my approach to treatment, working to help families and individuals return to normalcy through individual, family and marital therapy. I believe in doing a comprehensive initial evaluation in order to best identify sources of emotional distress as well as psychological issues in play which may be interfering with the individual's optimal functioning.
(414) 622-1745 x1 View (414) 622-1745 x1
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.