Therapists in 79764

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

I specialize in treating trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, and LGBTQ specialization.

My genuine compassion and honest, straight-forward approach will be there to guide you in your counseling journey. I will approach you with respect and encourage you along the way, openly listening to your concerns and offering you real life tools you can use to make changes. Together we will discover the obstacles in your life that are preventing you from experiencing more joy and peace and work to create the amazing life you dream of.

I specialize in treating trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, and LGBTQ specialization.

(432) 547-4241 View (432) 547-4241

Michelle Salzman

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC-S

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Odessa, TX 79764 (Online Only)

Acting like everything is okay but secretly falling apart? Need change? I can help. I work with women and men ages 18 & up. My specialties include anxiety, depression, gaslighting, spiritual abuse, divorce recovery, chronic illness/pain, & hormonal imbalance. I use EMDR, DBT and PRT interventions. Our sessions would be online only. I can see you wherever you are in Texas. Contact me today! I am available for supervision of motivated LPC-A's looking for a quality supervisor in the state of Texas. I offer Christian counseling/ supervision when requested. Paneled with BCBS- PPO, Cigna, UHC, and Aetna.

(682) 334-8621 View (682) 334-8621

Michelle Alvarado

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, CTP, TCYM

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Odessa, TX 79764

It is my firm belief that everyone deserves to feel heard and known. With a person-centered approach, I strive to promote client wellness and wholehearted living through genuine compassion and acceptance.

(432) 220-3458 View (432) 220-3458

See more therapy options for 79764

Psychiatrists

Nearby Searches for 79764

See More Grief Therapists

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.