Grief Therapists in Vestavia Hills, AL
I specialize in grief and loss.
I see the counseling process as an invitation to approach your unique story with compassion and curiosity. It takes courage to take an honest look at what has happened in your life and how it has impacted the way you live. I am always in awe of my clients' bravery as they seek healing and restoration.
I specialize in grief and loss.
I see the counseling process as an invitation to approach your unique story with compassion and curiosity. It takes courage to take an honest look at what has happened in your life and how it has impacted the way you live. I am always in awe of my clients' bravery as they seek healing and restoration.
Whitney Shelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Together, we can navigate your journey towards healing and growth, If you are seeking support to manage stress, navigate life transitions, boost self-esteem, find motivation, cope with grief, or regulate emotions, I am here to help.
Navigating life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, especially given its unpredictability. Balancing responsibilities such as work, family, and social obligations can lead to stress, burnout, and anxiety. These challenges are not only emotionally taxing but can also impact physical health, making it difficult for people to find a way forward without support.
Together, we can navigate your journey towards healing and growth, If you are seeking support to manage stress, navigate life transitions, boost self-esteem, find motivation, cope with grief, or regulate emotions, I am here to help.
Navigating life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, especially given its unpredictability. Balancing responsibilities such as work, family, and social obligations can lead to stress, burnout, and anxiety. These challenges are not only emotionally taxing but can also impact physical health, making it difficult for people to find a way forward without support.
My experience includes but is not limited to trauma recovery, marriage and family, addiction, anxiety and depression, grief work, managing a chronic illness and sexual abuse recovery.
I work with children, adolescence and adults in individual or family counseling. My desire is to give each client a safe place to call his / her own. A space free of judgment that fosters growth and empowerment. My goal is equip each client with the tools needed to navigate life’s journey leading to freedom and wholeness.
My experience includes but is not limited to trauma recovery, marriage and family, addiction, anxiety and depression, grief work, managing a chronic illness and sexual abuse recovery.
I work with children, adolescence and adults in individual or family counseling. My desire is to give each client a safe place to call his / her own. A space free of judgment that fosters growth and empowerment. My goal is equip each client with the tools needed to navigate life’s journey leading to freedom and wholeness.
Bailey Yancey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , PIP
Verified Verified
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with Clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/ loss, life transitions, self esteem issues.
When we can accept the past, we no longer have the need for a different present. (Douglas Abrams, The Book of Joy). I have worked in mental health for over the past 15 years. My experience has been diverse and has brought to the place that I am now. I use a Client centered approach and believe in individualizing therapy for each of my Clients. One size does not fit all in the world of therapy. I view therapy as a form of self care and preventative health care. I try to change the perspective of mental health treatment and therapy and often work with Clients that are entering therapy for the first time.
I have experience working with Clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/ loss, life transitions, self esteem issues.
When we can accept the past, we no longer have the need for a different present. (Douglas Abrams, The Book of Joy). I have worked in mental health for over the past 15 years. My experience has been diverse and has brought to the place that I am now. I use a Client centered approach and believe in individualizing therapy for each of my Clients. One size does not fit all in the world of therapy. I view therapy as a form of self care and preventative health care. I try to change the perspective of mental health treatment and therapy and often work with Clients that are entering therapy for the first time.
Impact Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
IMPACT has several counselors and therapists on staff with training, background, and experience in most areas of counseling. IMPACT provides counseling solutions to people who are seeking to make changes in their life. We specialize in marital conflict, divorce, relationship problems, grief, anger, troubled teens, depression, stress, anxiety, and financial troubles.
IMPACT has several counselors and therapists on staff with training, background, and experience in most areas of counseling. IMPACT provides counseling solutions to people who are seeking to make changes in their life. We specialize in marital conflict, divorce, relationship problems, grief, anger, troubled teens, depression, stress, anxiety, and financial troubles.
I see adults, adolescents, pre-teens, couples and families who come to counseling with a variety of issues they want to explore. Some of these areas of concern include depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, substance abuse, relationships, and grief. Some clients may want to reduce or eliminate negative effects of the issues they face. Others may want to change unhealthy habits or create healthier ones. And other clients may want to recover from trauma or abuse and find more positive ways of coping.
I see adults, adolescents, pre-teens, couples and families who come to counseling with a variety of issues they want to explore. Some of these areas of concern include depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, substance abuse, relationships, and grief. Some clients may want to reduce or eliminate negative effects of the issues they face. Others may want to change unhealthy habits or create healthier ones. And other clients may want to recover from trauma or abuse and find more positive ways of coping.
I have been serving the residents of Alabama for almost 20 years, and excited to be of help to you and your family. I provide service to adults and children over the age of 12, and work with a variety of issues including mood, grief, and trauma. I have extensive experience in helping people overcome psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES), and have been working with this issue since 2011.
I have been serving the residents of Alabama for almost 20 years, and excited to be of help to you and your family. I provide service to adults and children over the age of 12, and work with a variety of issues including mood, grief, and trauma. I have extensive experience in helping people overcome psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES), and have been working with this issue since 2011.
Jamie Bryars Alvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
As a therapist, I strive to hold safe space for you to feel understood and empowered while helping increase authentic self-expression, personal growth, self-awareness, and self-compassion. I am trained in brain-based therapies including Brainspotting and Somatic & Attachment Focused EMDR. These experiential approaches to therapy can be helpful in processing painful emotions and experiences and releasing patterns that no longer serve you. I have a special interest in performance work, grief, anxiety, healing from past hurts/trauma, and finding meaning and purpose in life’s experiences through introspective and mindful therapy work.
As a therapist, I strive to hold safe space for you to feel understood and empowered while helping increase authentic self-expression, personal growth, self-awareness, and self-compassion. I am trained in brain-based therapies including Brainspotting and Somatic & Attachment Focused EMDR. These experiential approaches to therapy can be helpful in processing painful emotions and experiences and releasing patterns that no longer serve you. I have a special interest in performance work, grief, anxiety, healing from past hurts/trauma, and finding meaning and purpose in life’s experiences through introspective and mindful therapy work.
My passion lies in working closely with clients facing challenges in relationships, coping with loss, and embarking on changes.
My mission is to support you on your journey towards healing, personal growth, and resilience. Together, we will work towards your goals, fostering lasting positive change in your life. My focus areas include: helping individuals navigate shifts in relationships, fostering healthier connections, and enhancing communication; assisting clients in processing changes or loss, finding meaning, and rebuilding their lives; conceptualizing the complexities of life, from exploration through adaptation and success.
My passion lies in working closely with clients facing challenges in relationships, coping with loss, and embarking on changes.
My mission is to support you on your journey towards healing, personal growth, and resilience. Together, we will work towards your goals, fostering lasting positive change in your life. My focus areas include: helping individuals navigate shifts in relationships, fostering healthier connections, and enhancing communication; assisting clients in processing changes or loss, finding meaning, and rebuilding their lives; conceptualizing the complexities of life, from exploration through adaptation and success.
Janna Morrison Sutherland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Do you struggle to identify, express, or control your emotions? Do past traumas or current stressors lead to painful emotional flashbacks? Do you feel empty, hopeless, damaged, or worthless? Do you find it hard to set boundaries or engage in hobbies for self-care? Are you navigating life transitions, the loss of a loved one, or facing constant anxiety and depression? Perhaps you're ready to reclaim control of your life. Let's work together to empower your journey.
Do you struggle to identify, express, or control your emotions? Do past traumas or current stressors lead to painful emotional flashbacks? Do you feel empty, hopeless, damaged, or worthless? Do you find it hard to set boundaries or engage in hobbies for self-care? Are you navigating life transitions, the loss of a loved one, or facing constant anxiety and depression? Perhaps you're ready to reclaim control of your life. Let's work together to empower your journey.
Claire Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, divorce, grief/ loss, stress in conceiving/pregnancy/motherhood, and adjustment to chronic disease.
I’m glad you’re here! Welcome to a place where healing begins, where we embark on a journey of self-discovery and self-awareness. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. I believe in collaborating with my clients to meet your unique goals to help you achieve the best quality of life possible. Therapy is a process and a journey, and I want to walk that road with you. I approach providing therapy with empathy, validation, but never judgement. I want you to leave therapy feeling better than when you walked in.
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, divorce, grief/ loss, stress in conceiving/pregnancy/motherhood, and adjustment to chronic disease.
I’m glad you’re here! Welcome to a place where healing begins, where we embark on a journey of self-discovery and self-awareness. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. I believe in collaborating with my clients to meet your unique goals to help you achieve the best quality of life possible. Therapy is a process and a journey, and I want to walk that road with you. I approach providing therapy with empathy, validation, but never judgement. I want you to leave therapy feeling better than when you walked in.
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Verified Verified
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Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
I work with individuals and families on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief.
If you're looking to improve your quality of life or for support and guidance through a difficult situation, I am here to help. My aim is to help you meet your goals, be fulfilled, and get to your desired destination. I strive to create a compassionate and supporting environment, and I have dedicated my work to creating a safe space for you to come and feel heard. Reaching out to a therapist is tough, especially when things are hard, and I try to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to meet your objectives.
I work with individuals and families on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief.
If you're looking to improve your quality of life or for support and guidance through a difficult situation, I am here to help. My aim is to help you meet your goals, be fulfilled, and get to your desired destination. I strive to create a compassionate and supporting environment, and I have dedicated my work to creating a safe space for you to come and feel heard. Reaching out to a therapist is tough, especially when things are hard, and I try to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to meet your objectives.
David L Higgins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
My primary focus is persons who have experienced trauma. I also work with persons experiencing depression, anxiety, men's issues, grief/ loss, alcohol abuse, codependency, self harm and mood disorders. I have a background as a first responder and work with law enforcement, health care, fire/EMS, and military personnel.
My primary focus is persons who have experienced trauma. I also work with persons experiencing depression, anxiety, men's issues, grief/ loss, alcohol abuse, codependency, self harm and mood disorders. I have a background as a first responder and work with law enforcement, health care, fire/EMS, and military personnel.
If you are experiencing stress in relationships or want to focus on your self, we are here for you. Whether you are having difficulties with changes in your life, anxiety, grief, addictions, job stress, parenting, self-esteem, etc.., we would welcome an opportunity to work with you. Our focus is finding positive solutions and outcomes for individuals and families. We will provide you with seasoned, effective counseling in an individualized, caring environment. See www.brindleygroup.com for more information on Andy & Kim.
If you are experiencing stress in relationships or want to focus on your self, we are here for you. Whether you are having difficulties with changes in your life, anxiety, grief, addictions, job stress, parenting, self-esteem, etc.., we would welcome an opportunity to work with you. Our focus is finding positive solutions and outcomes for individuals and families. We will provide you with seasoned, effective counseling in an individualized, caring environment. See www.brindleygroup.com for more information on Andy & Kim.
Meredith K McClendon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-A, ALC, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Counseling is collaborative, meaningful, and life-changing. As a therapist, I strive to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where you can explore a range of concerns and be your most authentic self. I enjoy working with preteens, teens, adults, couples and families on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, neurodivergence, parenting, and TBI. I also have a Master's in Theology and work with clients who are dealing with issues related to their spirituality or have experienced spiritual or religious trauma.
Counseling is collaborative, meaningful, and life-changing. As a therapist, I strive to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where you can explore a range of concerns and be your most authentic self. I enjoy working with preteens, teens, adults, couples and families on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, neurodivergence, parenting, and TBI. I also have a Master's in Theology and work with clients who are dealing with issues related to their spirituality or have experienced spiritual or religious trauma.
Therapist specializing in addiction, trauma, grief, and men's issues.
Hello, I'm Joey Doolin, a compassionate and dedicated therapist on a mission to help individuals overcome the wounds inflicted by the world and its people. Regardless of your circumstances, your race, your religion, your economic status, or your cultural background, I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and happiness. My passion lies in helping individuals rediscover their smiles, laughter, and inner joy. I believe that everyone deserves to feel content, joyful, and fulfilled, and I work tirelessly to guide my clients towards finding purpose and meaning in their lives.
Therapist specializing in addiction, trauma, grief, and men's issues.
Hello, I'm Joey Doolin, a compassionate and dedicated therapist on a mission to help individuals overcome the wounds inflicted by the world and its people. Regardless of your circumstances, your race, your religion, your economic status, or your cultural background, I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and happiness. My passion lies in helping individuals rediscover their smiles, laughter, and inner joy. I believe that everyone deserves to feel content, joyful, and fulfilled, and I work tirelessly to guide my clients towards finding purpose and meaning in their lives.
Christa Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
My person-centered therapy approach deeply aligns with my value to assist individuals as they recover from trauma while also addressing common concerns like anxiety, depression, and prolonged grief. With years of experience, I have seen the transformative power in therapy. My approach is all about you and you needs, your experiences, and your goals. My goal is to help minimize your distress while maximizing your true potential.
My person-centered therapy approach deeply aligns with my value to assist individuals as they recover from trauma while also addressing common concerns like anxiety, depression, and prolonged grief. With years of experience, I have seen the transformative power in therapy. My approach is all about you and you needs, your experiences, and your goals. My goal is to help minimize your distress while maximizing your true potential.
Jennifer W George
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Waitlist for new clients
Services range from school and parenting to behavioral concerns, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, trauma to building healthy coping skills and beyond.
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming and stressful? Have you noticed when just one thing in life is out of balance it can spill over into other areas too? This imbalance affects our moods and behaviors, our relationships and interactions with others personally and professionally. This does not just affect adults, it's affecting our youth and our children. The good thing is there is hope and resolution you already have access to, but perhaps haven't been able to tap into.. just yet.
Services range from school and parenting to behavioral concerns, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, trauma to building healthy coping skills and beyond.
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming and stressful? Have you noticed when just one thing in life is out of balance it can spill over into other areas too? This imbalance affects our moods and behaviors, our relationships and interactions with others personally and professionally. This does not just affect adults, it's affecting our youth and our children. The good thing is there is hope and resolution you already have access to, but perhaps haven't been able to tap into.. just yet.
Life can be hard and overwhelming. It is easy to feel alone during difficult times, but I am here to walk alongside you with encouragement and support. I take a person-centered approach to counseling by exhibiting empathy and providing a non-judgmental environment. I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders by implementing Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). In addition, I work with depression, relationship concerns, grief, stress, life transitions, and more.
Life can be hard and overwhelming. It is easy to feel alone during difficult times, but I am here to walk alongside you with encouragement and support. I take a person-centered approach to counseling by exhibiting empathy and providing a non-judgmental environment. I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety disorders by implementing Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). In addition, I work with depression, relationship concerns, grief, stress, life transitions, and more.
Jaalah Olver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Life is filled with unpredictability and difficulty. Whether it's loss, anxiety, trauma, or depression, sometimes life can feel overwhelming and hopeless. Therapy can help provide space to heal, grow, and create new beginnings. I strive to create an environment where clients can come and find hope in dark places while being their authentic selves.
Life is filled with unpredictability and difficulty. Whether it's loss, anxiety, trauma, or depression, sometimes life can feel overwhelming and hopeless. Therapy can help provide space to heal, grow, and create new beginnings. I strive to create an environment where clients can come and find hope in dark places while being their authentic selves.
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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.