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Willow Tree Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Batesville, AR 72501
Willow Tree Counseling believes healing is possible for anyone, no matter how significant the trauma, if clients are willing to take a step in a different direction. Our therapists and psychiatric care team walks alongside our clients through their journeys of self-discovery, awareness and growing ownership in their lives. We genuinely desire to connect with our clients in a safe space, free of judgment. We value our client’s perspective and believe treatment is based on each individual's goals and needs.
Willow Tree Counseling believes healing is possible for anyone, no matter how significant the trauma, if clients are willing to take a step in a different direction. Our therapists and psychiatric care team walks alongside our clients through their journeys of self-discovery, awareness and growing ownership in their lives. We genuinely desire to connect with our clients in a safe space, free of judgment. We value our client’s perspective and believe treatment is based on each individual's goals and needs.
(501) 322-6386 View (501) 322-6386

Online Therapists

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Cory D Dobbins
Counselor, MS MFT, LPC, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Conway, AR 72034  (Online Only)
I provide services for individuals, couples, and adolescents struggling with many of life’s issues such as Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger management, relational conflict, and grief.
As a marriage and family therapist, my hope is to help each couple and family to overcome the unique struggles that they face. I want to help everyone recognize and appreciate the valuable qualities that each person contributes to the relationship. Also, for them to understand how their differences can be the building block in becoming a foundation of comfort, strength, and peace. I share these same aspirations for my individual clients as well, so they can reach their personal, relational, and life ambitions through achieving mental health and wellbeing.
I provide services for individuals, couples, and adolescents struggling with many of life’s issues such as Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger management, relational conflict, and grief.
As a marriage and family therapist, my hope is to help each couple and family to overcome the unique struggles that they face. I want to help everyone recognize and appreciate the valuable qualities that each person contributes to the relationship. Also, for them to understand how their differences can be the building block in becoming a foundation of comfort, strength, and peace. I share these same aspirations for my individual clients as well, so they can reach their personal, relational, and life ambitions through achieving mental health and wellbeing.
(501) 382-7647 View (501) 382-7647
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Dorcas VanGilst
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenbrier, AR 72058  (Online Only)
For many years my clients have primarily been individuals, groups, and families coming out of abusive and sometimes violent relationships and addiction. Although that was the original primary focus, most of them also struggled with other accompanying factors like depression, anxiety and other serious mental health diagnoses. My clinical focus has recently shifted to more of a community-based population. I have found this work incredibly rewarding. I enjoy working with additional needs such as grief, prenatal, postpartum depression, and abandonment trauma to name a few.
For many years my clients have primarily been individuals, groups, and families coming out of abusive and sometimes violent relationships and addiction. Although that was the original primary focus, most of them also struggled with other accompanying factors like depression, anxiety and other serious mental health diagnoses. My clinical focus has recently shifted to more of a community-based population. I have found this work incredibly rewarding. I enjoy working with additional needs such as grief, prenatal, postpartum depression, and abandonment trauma to name a few.
(501) 299-9468 View (501) 299-9468
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Howard M Turney
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
Infidelity, premarital, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, behavioral problems, family conflict, family business issues, grief, aging, sexual dysfunction are some of the issues seen in my practice.
I have 32 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples. I work with people suffering from depression and anxiety, marital issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, behavioral issues, grief, to name a few. I have written a book available on Amazon entitled, "Everybody Has A Story," a practical guide to marriage. This book offers insights into the challenges created by marriage. It is based on my years of experience working with couples to create a more healthy and happy existence.
Infidelity, premarital, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, behavioral problems, family conflict, family business issues, grief, aging, sexual dysfunction are some of the issues seen in my practice.
I have 32 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples. I work with people suffering from depression and anxiety, marital issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, behavioral issues, grief, to name a few. I have written a book available on Amazon entitled, "Everybody Has A Story," a practical guide to marriage. This book offers insights into the challenges created by marriage. It is based on my years of experience working with couples to create a more healthy and happy existence.
(501) 859-6433 View (501) 859-6433
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Shane Baskins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conway, AR 72034
I work with Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, grief, gender identity, self esteem and other issues.
Life can be challenging at times and you may want to make changes. It can be difficult to reach out or even know where to start sometimes. You are not alone and do not have to face the things you are going through by yourself. I am here to listen, understand, and work with you. By helping you address the struggles and pain you are dealing with, learning skills that cater to your strengths, and identifying what gives your life meaning and purpose, the process of healing can have lasting and life changing benefits. I utilize a holistic approach to help with finding what works for you, your relationships, or your family.
I work with Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, PTSD, ADHD, grief, gender identity, self esteem and other issues.
Life can be challenging at times and you may want to make changes. It can be difficult to reach out or even know where to start sometimes. You are not alone and do not have to face the things you are going through by yourself. I am here to listen, understand, and work with you. By helping you address the struggles and pain you are dealing with, learning skills that cater to your strengths, and identifying what gives your life meaning and purpose, the process of healing can have lasting and life changing benefits. I utilize a holistic approach to help with finding what works for you, your relationships, or your family.
(501) 214-7793 View (501) 214-7793
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Kelly Steed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenbrier, AR 72058
With this in mind, I also use many expressive therapies to address, loss, grief and trauma.
The human experience can be challenging at times, but can also be beautiful and meaningful. Learning that both are normal parts of the journey can be empowering and allow one to reach our dreams and goals by overcoming the blocks and pain that keep us from reaching those dreams. We can learn to grow through pain, enjoy moments of pure joy and build community. I am a Licensed Masters Social Work, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Equine Therapist and Certified Thanatologist along with EMDR training. I have worked with a wide variety of clients over the course of my 23-year career.
With this in mind, I also use many expressive therapies to address, loss, grief and trauma.
The human experience can be challenging at times, but can also be beautiful and meaningful. Learning that both are normal parts of the journey can be empowering and allow one to reach our dreams and goals by overcoming the blocks and pain that keep us from reaching those dreams. We can learn to grow through pain, enjoy moments of pure joy and build community. I am a Licensed Masters Social Work, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Equine Therapist and Certified Thanatologist along with EMDR training. I have worked with a wide variety of clients over the course of my 23-year career.
(501) 361-4059 View (501) 361-4059
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Christina Becerra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
In life, we typically feel happiest when things are going exactly as we expect. Unfortunately, life and relationships rarely play out this way; leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and powerless to meet our everyday challenges. Making sense of and working through these stuck places can help rekindle love, intimacy, and a deeper connection within ourselves and with the others in our lives, leading to living more authentically. Stuck places might also look like divorce, grief or loss. I work collaboratively with individuals to help them gain the self-knowledge and skills to live less stressful and more fulfilling lives.
In life, we typically feel happiest when things are going exactly as we expect. Unfortunately, life and relationships rarely play out this way; leaving us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and powerless to meet our everyday challenges. Making sense of and working through these stuck places can help rekindle love, intimacy, and a deeper connection within ourselves and with the others in our lives, leading to living more authentically. Stuck places might also look like divorce, grief or loss. I work collaboratively with individuals to help them gain the self-knowledge and skills to live less stressful and more fulfilling lives.
(214) 417-5092 View (214) 417-5092
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Aj McMahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, TADC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72211
Struggling with Anxiety? Grief? Seeking Premarital Counseling or Married dealing with challenges or an affair? Just want to grow as a person and realize your value as a person? At your wits end concerning a problem with your child? Have you tried everything with your child and nothing has worked? I can help. I specialize in helping individuals and families with over 22 years of experience. Personal growth, Anxiety, relationship issues, grief, children not listening, give me a call. Christian Counseling is on the menu for those interested but only "order" it if it's a fit for you.
Struggling with Anxiety? Grief? Seeking Premarital Counseling or Married dealing with challenges or an affair? Just want to grow as a person and realize your value as a person? At your wits end concerning a problem with your child? Have you tried everything with your child and nothing has worked? I can help. I specialize in helping individuals and families with over 22 years of experience. Personal growth, Anxiety, relationship issues, grief, children not listening, give me a call. Christian Counseling is on the menu for those interested but only "order" it if it's a fit for you.
(501) 392-9944 View (501) 392-9944
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Derek L Spiegel
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Specialty areas include anxiety ,depression, grief/loss, behavioral problems, addictions/compulsions, day to day life problems, stress, career/life transitions, personal belief systems and faith/spiritual dilemmas.
Hello my name is Derek Spiegel and I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor [LPC] in the field for over 20 years. Life is full of endless possibilities for each one of us. Coupled with the possibilities there are "things" that happen in our journey that we are not ready for. My Great Grandmother Rosie was one of the most influential people in my life. When she passed I didn't want to face the sadness. However I found restoration and healing in the storm of my life. Let me help you find shelter from the storms of your life.
Specialty areas include anxiety ,depression, grief/loss, behavioral problems, addictions/compulsions, day to day life problems, stress, career/life transitions, personal belief systems and faith/spiritual dilemmas.
Hello my name is Derek Spiegel and I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor [LPC] in the field for over 20 years. Life is full of endless possibilities for each one of us. Coupled with the possibilities there are "things" that happen in our journey that we are not ready for. My Great Grandmother Rosie was one of the most influential people in my life. When she passed I didn't want to face the sadness. However I found restoration and healing in the storm of my life. Let me help you find shelter from the storms of your life.
(870) 667-0815 View (870) 667-0815
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Jayla Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72219  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, intimate partner violence, substance abuse, behavioral modification, grief, self-image, and other life difficulties.
I can think of no greater responsibility than keeping someone’s secrets or any greater joy than holding someone’s hand while they do the difficult work of changing their lives. I became a therapist because I believe in our ability to CHANGE. The ability to change is one of our greatest gifts and abilities, but in life sometimes we get STUCK. Stuck in bad relationships, stuck in dead-end jobs, or stuck in patterns of behavior that keep us miserable and defeated. My job and my joy is to help you get UN-stuck.
I specialize in treating adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, intimate partner violence, substance abuse, behavioral modification, grief, self-image, and other life difficulties.
I can think of no greater responsibility than keeping someone’s secrets or any greater joy than holding someone’s hand while they do the difficult work of changing their lives. I became a therapist because I believe in our ability to CHANGE. The ability to change is one of our greatest gifts and abilities, but in life sometimes we get STUCK. Stuck in bad relationships, stuck in dead-end jobs, or stuck in patterns of behavior that keep us miserable and defeated. My job and my joy is to help you get UN-stuck.
(501) 298-1067 View (501) 298-1067
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Serenity Health & Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72211
My areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, trauma, attention deficit disorders, adults and teens with self-injurious behaviors/behavior issues, phase of life changes, life stresses, emotional regulation, problems in relationships, substance abuse, psychosis, mood instability, cultural issues, grief and/or unresolved losses.
Marsha Sproling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides therapy to adolescents and adults using a client- centered, eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. Preferred treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive therapy, EMDR, Integrative Sandtray Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I believes that change happens when people are given the support needed to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live a fulfilling, happy life. I have over 13 years experience in a variety of settings with diverse clients providing both long term and brief treatment.
My areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, trauma, attention deficit disorders, adults and teens with self-injurious behaviors/behavior issues, phase of life changes, life stresses, emotional regulation, problems in relationships, substance abuse, psychosis, mood instability, cultural issues, grief and/or unresolved losses.
Marsha Sproling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides therapy to adolescents and adults using a client- centered, eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. Preferred treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive therapy, EMDR, Integrative Sandtray Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I believes that change happens when people are given the support needed to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live a fulfilling, happy life. I have over 13 years experience in a variety of settings with diverse clients providing both long term and brief treatment.
(501) 271-3655 View (501) 271-3655
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Brandi Rodgers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Conway, AR 72032
Waitlist for new clients
"YOUR STORY MATTERS... and the rest is still unwritten". My goal is to work in a partnership with clients to assist them in recognizing their own strengths, self worth, and resilience to promote growth and positive changes. I have 10+ years of therapy experience (including: individual, family/couples, and group therapy) addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges including: past hurts (trauma), substance abuse, depression, anger, anxiety, self destructive behavior, loss of touch with reality, relationship issues, and various types of adjustments to life changes. My ideal client is one who is overcoming adversity.
"YOUR STORY MATTERS... and the rest is still unwritten". My goal is to work in a partnership with clients to assist them in recognizing their own strengths, self worth, and resilience to promote growth and positive changes. I have 10+ years of therapy experience (including: individual, family/couples, and group therapy) addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges including: past hurts (trauma), substance abuse, depression, anger, anxiety, self destructive behavior, loss of touch with reality, relationship issues, and various types of adjustments to life changes. My ideal client is one who is overcoming adversity.
(501) 358-5526 View (501) 358-5526
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Ashley N Brooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, NCC, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
Ashley Brooks Counseling Services, Inc. In Ms Brooks Counseling & Consultants, LLc in Little Rock, AR Striving for person centered and trauma informed care. Depression, anxiety, grief, behavior disorders, mood disorders, couples relates issues, work stress, alcohol and drug abuse counseling, addiction counselling, etc
Ashley Brooks Counseling Services, Inc. In Ms Brooks Counseling & Consultants, LLc in Little Rock, AR Striving for person centered and trauma informed care. Depression, anxiety, grief, behavior disorders, mood disorders, couples relates issues, work stress, alcohol and drug abuse counseling, addiction counselling, etc
(855) 598-3824 View (855) 598-3824
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Amber Davidson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Little Rock, AR 72114
I work most efficiently with those seeking assistance with adjustment to illness, chronic illness, coping with grief, end of life needs/concerns, and trauma.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your thoughts or emotions? Are there specific stressors in your life that you're struggling to cope with? I want to assure you that you don't have to navigate this journey alone and I would be honored to travel alongside you. I strive to create a safe space where individuals feel empowered to speak openly, explore their thoughts and feelings, and engage in meaningful dialogue and growth. My belief is that everyone deserves to feel understood and supported. I focus on using an open-minded perspective with any interaction so that I can provide a supportive space for others of varying backgrounds.
I work most efficiently with those seeking assistance with adjustment to illness, chronic illness, coping with grief, end of life needs/concerns, and trauma.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your thoughts or emotions? Are there specific stressors in your life that you're struggling to cope with? I want to assure you that you don't have to navigate this journey alone and I would be honored to travel alongside you. I strive to create a safe space where individuals feel empowered to speak openly, explore their thoughts and feelings, and engage in meaningful dialogue and growth. My belief is that everyone deserves to feel understood and supported. I focus on using an open-minded perspective with any interaction so that I can provide a supportive space for others of varying backgrounds.
(501) 381-2472 x4 View (501) 381-2472 x4
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Lakera Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205  (Online Only)
Lakera has experience working with clients with various mental health disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, grief issues, conduct disorders, adjustment disorders, substance use issues, and career/life transitions. She has worked with all populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. She is also an infant mental health therapist in the state of Arkansas. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapies, she believes that clients can be empowered to use all life experiences to create a brighter, better reality and live to their fullest potential.
Lakera has experience working with clients with various mental health disorders including but not limited to depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, grief issues, conduct disorders, adjustment disorders, substance use issues, and career/life transitions. She has worked with all populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. She is also an infant mental health therapist in the state of Arkansas. Utilizing cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapies, she believes that clients can be empowered to use all life experiences to create a brighter, better reality and live to their fullest potential.
(501) 298-1048 View (501) 298-1048
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Henry H Heidelberger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
I am passionate about helping couples, individuals and families strengthen their relationships and perceptions of themselves. I can assist your healing from trauma and help you navigate through difficult life transitions. I hold a MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from John Brown University and use a range of highly effective, evidence-based counseling approaches. I use a combination of Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I am highly skilled in Grief Recovery as well as Affair Recovery. I am also proficient at using Brainspotting to assist with stuck points, performance anxiety and clients with Trauma.
I am passionate about helping couples, individuals and families strengthen their relationships and perceptions of themselves. I can assist your healing from trauma and help you navigate through difficult life transitions. I hold a MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from John Brown University and use a range of highly effective, evidence-based counseling approaches. I use a combination of Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and I am highly skilled in Grief Recovery as well as Affair Recovery. I am also proficient at using Brainspotting to assist with stuck points, performance anxiety and clients with Trauma.
(501) 254-7396 View (501) 254-7396
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Sarah Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryant, AR 72022
I welcome clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family struggles, grief, stress reduction, and adjustment issues.
I am so glad you have made it to this step in deciding to start your own personal counseling journey! I am passionate about teaching adults and children that being in our emotions, feeling our emotions and understanding our emotions is okay and important for us to do. I also strive to help people understand that therapy is not only for the “sick” but also for the healthy. Let's work together, to make you feel better!
I welcome clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family struggles, grief, stress reduction, and adjustment issues.
I am so glad you have made it to this step in deciding to start your own personal counseling journey! I am passionate about teaching adults and children that being in our emotions, feeling our emotions and understanding our emotions is okay and important for us to do. I also strive to help people understand that therapy is not only for the “sick” but also for the healthy. Let's work together, to make you feel better!
(501) 961-4530 View (501) 961-4530
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Kellee McCoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72114
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are a mess. Maybe it's the other way around. I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
Are you Stuck? Maybe your professional life is thriving, but your relationships are a mess. Maybe it's the other way around. I welcome your rough edges, embarrassing mistakes, relationship drama, or shameful experiences. I am passionate about helping people get unstuck. Whether it's a relationship issue, a personal hangup, grief and loss, professional burnout, or difficulty overcoming a traumatic experience, together, we will take some significant steps toward you feeling better and toward your life goals.
(501) 215-5861 View (501) 215-5861
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Linda Beldin-Korter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jonesboro, AR 72401
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be experiencing challenges around areas related to coping with grief, loss, trauma, and several recovery issues related to this.
My name is Linda Beldin-Korter, and my clients also called Linda B-K for short. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Washington, Oregon, and New Mexico; and a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in Arkansas. I am currently working with adult clients statewide via telehealth, and during the recent pandemic, I worked in several states providing Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling. I have a history of 35 years as a counselor with a diverse clientele and counseling modalities. I specialize in healing and recovery from loss, trauma, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, and substance use.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be experiencing challenges around areas related to coping with grief, loss, trauma, and several recovery issues related to this.
My name is Linda Beldin-Korter, and my clients also called Linda B-K for short. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Washington, Oregon, and New Mexico; and a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in Arkansas. I am currently working with adult clients statewide via telehealth, and during the recent pandemic, I worked in several states providing Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling. I have a history of 35 years as a counselor with a diverse clientele and counseling modalities. I specialize in healing and recovery from loss, trauma, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, and substance use.
(870) 568-3864 View (870) 568-3864
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Erin Logan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CIT
Verified Verified
Sherwood, AR 72120
These transitions can include many areas of our life such as relationships, grief, trauma, mid-life transitions, and every area in between.
Everyone has a narrative that has led them to where they are today and it deserves to be honored, valued, and heard. Sometimes our story includes hardships, addiction, anxiety, and other aspects that can be perceived by others as negatives. Many of us will carry our “brokenness” around in silence for long periods of time before it weighs us down to the point where we feel confused, heavy, tired, and overwhelmed.
These transitions can include many areas of our life such as relationships, grief, trauma, mid-life transitions, and every area in between.
Everyone has a narrative that has led them to where they are today and it deserves to be honored, valued, and heard. Sometimes our story includes hardships, addiction, anxiety, and other aspects that can be perceived by others as negatives. Many of us will carry our “brokenness” around in silence for long periods of time before it weighs us down to the point where we feel confused, heavy, tired, and overwhelmed.
(501) 302-4391 View (501) 302-4391

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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.