Grief Therapists in Lenexa, KS
Julie Colley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66219 (Online Only)
Therapy is a safe place to process the changes you are experiencing as you navigate perimenopause, menopause, empty-nest syndrome, or grief & loss.
Are you a woman who is struggling through the life changes of perimenopause, menopause, empty-nest syndrome, or grief & loss? Do you feel burnt out from being a people-pleaser who carries the mental load for your family? Are you continually giving and never receiving, and does this negatively impact your self-esteem and self-worth? Do you feel constant anxiety and pressure from managing too many responsibilities but fear that, at any moment, everything will come crashing down? If you are struggling with prioritizing yourself and setting healthy boundaries, I can help. www.gentlepaththerapy.com
Therapy is a safe place to process the changes you are experiencing as you navigate perimenopause, menopause, empty-nest syndrome, or grief & loss.
Are you a woman who is struggling through the life changes of perimenopause, menopause, empty-nest syndrome, or grief & loss? Do you feel burnt out from being a people-pleaser who carries the mental load for your family? Are you continually giving and never receiving, and does this negatively impact your self-esteem and self-worth? Do you feel constant anxiety and pressure from managing too many responsibilities but fear that, at any moment, everything will come crashing down? If you are struggling with prioritizing yourself and setting healthy boundaries, I can help. www.gentlepaththerapy.com
I especially have a heart for those who have experienced perinatal loss.
Updated 7/13/24. At SOZO Therapy Group, we have openings for most clients. We understand how brave it is for you to contact us and we will honor you by returning your call or email within 24 hours. Disappointment, grief and relational pain can derail us from the life we envisioned. These unexpected detours often lead to disconnection. But we weren’t made to journey alone. A safe therapeutic space can help. Whether you’re currently in the midst of a life challenge, dealing with trauma from your past, or making decisions around your future, there is healing, wholeness and strength available for you.
I especially have a heart for those who have experienced perinatal loss.
Updated 7/13/24. At SOZO Therapy Group, we have openings for most clients. We understand how brave it is for you to contact us and we will honor you by returning your call or email within 24 hours. Disappointment, grief and relational pain can derail us from the life we envisioned. These unexpected detours often lead to disconnection. But we weren’t made to journey alone. A safe therapeutic space can help. Whether you’re currently in the midst of a life challenge, dealing with trauma from your past, or making decisions around your future, there is healing, wholeness and strength available for you.
We have a variety of counselors of different ages and backgrounds that work with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, domestic violence, suicide are just a few examples.
Feel like you don’t have enough time in a day? Feel exhausted, overwhelmed and hopeless? In need of a safe place to relax? Gateway is here to help! GateWay of Hope offers a safe, caring, healing environment that exclusively works with women. Our counselors are here to meet your needs in a home like setting with a relaxed atmosphere. Our relaxed setting will enable you to heal at your own comfort with highly skilled licensed counselors and life coaches who have a passion for helping women. We offer counseling from a Christian perspective, but you tell us how much of your faith you want in your healing. Call Us!
We have a variety of counselors of different ages and backgrounds that work with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, domestic violence, suicide are just a few examples.
Feel like you don’t have enough time in a day? Feel exhausted, overwhelmed and hopeless? In need of a safe place to relax? Gateway is here to help! GateWay of Hope offers a safe, caring, healing environment that exclusively works with women. Our counselors are here to meet your needs in a home like setting with a relaxed atmosphere. Our relaxed setting will enable you to heal at your own comfort with highly skilled licensed counselors and life coaches who have a passion for helping women. We offer counseling from a Christian perspective, but you tell us how much of your faith you want in your healing. Call Us!
Lisa O. Redlingshafer Counseling Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Lenexa, KS 66215
I believe in the human capacity for resilience and recovery and I am inspired by individual courage during times of adversity. I enjoy helping clients understand and deal with the complicated feelings associated with relationship issues, medical illness, life's transitions and grief and loss. If your relationships lack intimacy and support, if you are feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges, or if your sadness or fear make it impossible to move forward in a healthy way, I provide a warm and compassionate approach to help you find hope and comfort during difficult and painful times.
I believe in the human capacity for resilience and recovery and I am inspired by individual courage during times of adversity. I enjoy helping clients understand and deal with the complicated feelings associated with relationship issues, medical illness, life's transitions and grief and loss. If your relationships lack intimacy and support, if you are feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges, or if your sadness or fear make it impossible to move forward in a healthy way, I provide a warm and compassionate approach to help you find hope and comfort during difficult and painful times.
Debra K Nixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, C-SATP, NARM
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66215
I enjoy working with individuals and couples, and with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, infidelity, sexual abuse, grief, faith dilemma's, or chronic pain.
Passion...not everyone has it or even knows where to begin to find it. So much gets in the way of it, such as life, work, raising a family, running a business, being a single parent, saving a marriage, surviving grief...or just surviving. I want to help you reconnect with those parts of yourself that have been put aside, help to restore meaningful relationships, self-worth, self-respect, and to assist in finding passion in living, while overcoming obstacles of grief, addiction, trauma, guilt, or fear. Let's get started! I work from an Attachment framework, NARM, CBT, EFT and other modalities including Faith (when requested).
I enjoy working with individuals and couples, and with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, infidelity, sexual abuse, grief, faith dilemma's, or chronic pain.
Passion...not everyone has it or even knows where to begin to find it. So much gets in the way of it, such as life, work, raising a family, running a business, being a single parent, saving a marriage, surviving grief...or just surviving. I want to help you reconnect with those parts of yourself that have been put aside, help to restore meaningful relationships, self-worth, self-respect, and to assist in finding passion in living, while overcoming obstacles of grief, addiction, trauma, guilt, or fear. Let's get started! I work from an Attachment framework, NARM, CBT, EFT and other modalities including Faith (when requested).
Sydney S. Spears
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Lenexa, KS 66219 (Online Only)
I work with adults in their 30s-70s who is overwhelmed with chronic stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief/ loss and/or life disrupting childhood trauma/post-traumatic stress. I also work with individuals and couples who want to resolve problems within their relationships, life transitions, divorce, including cultural identity issues. I work well with men who are in midlife (30s-70s) struggling with anxiety, aging and/or depression. I also work with those who are going through many life changes and identity conflicts. These clients often feel lost, stuck and alone. Their anxiety, negativity and low mood is out of control.
I work with adults in their 30s-70s who is overwhelmed with chronic stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief/ loss and/or life disrupting childhood trauma/post-traumatic stress. I also work with individuals and couples who want to resolve problems within their relationships, life transitions, divorce, including cultural identity issues. I work well with men who are in midlife (30s-70s) struggling with anxiety, aging and/or depression. I also work with those who are going through many life changes and identity conflicts. These clients often feel lost, stuck and alone. Their anxiety, negativity and low mood is out of control.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, personal relationships? Concerned about finding a therapist who will be a good fit for you? My view of therapy is to come alongside you; to support transformation into the best version of yourself; to allow you to integrate thoughts, feelings, and emotions; to work through old wounds and barriers...so you can learn to use healthier coping skills, better communication skills, and handle conflict. I believe when you feel accepted and supported, then you are more able to risk vulnerability, to look into yourself in order to grow, enjoy being you and have healthier connections.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, personal relationships? Concerned about finding a therapist who will be a good fit for you? My view of therapy is to come alongside you; to support transformation into the best version of yourself; to allow you to integrate thoughts, feelings, and emotions; to work through old wounds and barriers...so you can learn to use healthier coping skills, better communication skills, and handle conflict. I believe when you feel accepted and supported, then you are more able to risk vulnerability, to look into yourself in order to grow, enjoy being you and have healthier connections.
I am passionate about helping people in the process of self-discovery and personal growth. I am particularly skilled in counseling adults and have significant experience helping individuals suffering with trauma, depression, anxiety, codependency, and life transition issues. I also provide care to those experiencing grief and loss that cannot be openly acknowledged. I earned my Master of Arts degree in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University and am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Kansas.
I am passionate about helping people in the process of self-discovery and personal growth. I am particularly skilled in counseling adults and have significant experience helping individuals suffering with trauma, depression, anxiety, codependency, and life transition issues. I also provide care to those experiencing grief and loss that cannot be openly acknowledged. I earned my Master of Arts degree in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University and am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Kansas.
Dee M Hudgens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RN, MSW, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66215
I am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, a member of the National Association for Social Workers, member of The Grief Support Network and the North American Association of Christians in Social Work.
Do You Need Help With: Those important relationships in your life? Are you or a loved Ione struggling with addictions issues? How about help solving problems with your child or adolescent, or blended family issues? Are you struggling with intimacy issues perhaps relating to the after effects of an affair? I utilize techniques for increasing your communication skills, improving self esteem and maintaining quality relationships. My clinical experience includes working with adults, adolescents, families and couples. With a strong nursing background I consider your unique physical and medical health issues.
I am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, a member of the National Association for Social Workers, member of The Grief Support Network and the North American Association of Christians in Social Work.
Do You Need Help With: Those important relationships in your life? Are you or a loved Ione struggling with addictions issues? How about help solving problems with your child or adolescent, or blended family issues? Are you struggling with intimacy issues perhaps relating to the after effects of an affair? I utilize techniques for increasing your communication skills, improving self esteem and maintaining quality relationships. My clinical experience includes working with adults, adolescents, families and couples. With a strong nursing background I consider your unique physical and medical health issues.
Lara Wisdom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC-KS, LCAC-KS, LPC-MO
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66215
I believe that we all reach places in our lives where we are learning, unlearning and possibly relearning the existential areas of: who am I, what do I want, and what are my barriers & blind spots? Some may need support identifying or answering these questions cause they can be overwhelming. We often develop limitations in efforts to cope with grief, stress, control, hurt & relationships. So do you wonder,"What might be getting in my way or holding me back?", or "What I am avoiding?" or "Do I want to be more effective in my relationship?" Therapy can support you when you are answering these incredibly rich questions for yourself.
I believe that we all reach places in our lives where we are learning, unlearning and possibly relearning the existential areas of: who am I, what do I want, and what are my barriers & blind spots? Some may need support identifying or answering these questions cause they can be overwhelming. We often develop limitations in efforts to cope with grief, stress, control, hurt & relationships. So do you wonder,"What might be getting in my way or holding me back?", or "What I am avoiding?" or "Do I want to be more effective in my relationship?" Therapy can support you when you are answering these incredibly rich questions for yourself.
Laura Porter
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lenexa, KS 66215 (Online Only)
You have the capacity for hope and positive changes in your life, regardless of your challenges. At some point in life, just about everyone needs some support to meet these challenges. It is my desire to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to facilitate the restoration of mental, emotional and spiritual health. I offer an individualized approach where you can expect a safe, confidential and nonjudgmental environment. I focus on issues that can affect your well-being including: psychological and emotional issues, social, marital and family relationships, personal and professional goals, spirituality, and coping with trauma, loss and life stressors.
You have the capacity for hope and positive changes in your life, regardless of your challenges. At some point in life, just about everyone needs some support to meet these challenges. It is my desire to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to facilitate the restoration of mental, emotional and spiritual health. I offer an individualized approach where you can expect a safe, confidential and nonjudgmental environment. I focus on issues that can affect your well-being including: psychological and emotional issues, social, marital and family relationships, personal and professional goals, spirituality, and coping with trauma, loss and life stressors.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66215
Hi there, welcome to the first step towards healing! You made it. I am so thankful you are here! If you're struggling with the anxieties of life, feel debilitated by depression, grief or loss of any kind, I am here for you. If you find yourself in a life transition, in a tough place in a relationship or just need someone to talk to, I am here for you. I would feel honored to sit together in life's darkest moments while also celebrating the wins as they come along. You don't have to carry these things alone, lets talk! Looking forward to meeting you, dear friend.
Hi there, welcome to the first step towards healing! You made it. I am so thankful you are here! If you're struggling with the anxieties of life, feel debilitated by depression, grief or loss of any kind, I am here for you. If you find yourself in a life transition, in a tough place in a relationship or just need someone to talk to, I am here for you. I would feel honored to sit together in life's darkest moments while also celebrating the wins as they come along. You don't have to carry these things alone, lets talk! Looking forward to meeting you, dear friend.
Stephanie Risinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66215
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Taisha Kovar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMAC, NPT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66215
In my personal and professional experiences, I can identify with systemic and relational trauma, parenting, relationship struggles, chronic pain, loss of loved ones, and substance use issues that strain relationships (even with the self).
Evening appointments available! Gaining insight is the first step to overcoming life's challenges. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Addiction Counselor in the greater Kansas City area to help support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. If you are struggling with self identity, anxiety, depression, trauma, or addictions and need a safe place to feel supported with no judgment, we can work together to shift you to a place that makes you feel better about yourself. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and welcome individuals who struggle with systemic, religious, and generational trauma.
In my personal and professional experiences, I can identify with systemic and relational trauma, parenting, relationship struggles, chronic pain, loss of loved ones, and substance use issues that strain relationships (even with the self).
Evening appointments available! Gaining insight is the first step to overcoming life's challenges. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Addiction Counselor in the greater Kansas City area to help support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. If you are struggling with self identity, anxiety, depression, trauma, or addictions and need a safe place to feel supported with no judgment, we can work together to shift you to a place that makes you feel better about yourself. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and welcome individuals who struggle with systemic, religious, and generational trauma.
Gloria Derritt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66227
If you are a woman struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, marital issues, divorce, self-worth/self-esteem, negative thought patterns, and grief, I am here to help you work towards healing.
As a licensed professional counselor, I possess a deep-seated passion for women's mental health and their ability to connect with their inner beauty and self-worth while healing from past pain. Life experiences can often lead to overpowering emotions, making daily life challenging to manage.
If you are a woman struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, marital issues, divorce, self-worth/self-esteem, negative thought patterns, and grief, I am here to help you work towards healing.
As a licensed professional counselor, I possess a deep-seated passion for women's mental health and their ability to connect with their inner beauty and self-worth while healing from past pain. Life experiences can often lead to overpowering emotions, making daily life challenging to manage.
A few of the areas I specialize in are self-discovery, marital/couple's issues, depression and anxiety, family disruption, and managing grief.
Better begins now. Relationships, life challenges, and poor self-image can leave you struggling with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. An encourager at heart, I can help you identify and navigate the challenges before you, restore your emotional balance, and help you reconnect with yourself and others. Don't continue to live in limbo, life can be better than this. Together we will identify why you may be stuck, work through it and get you feeling better.
A few of the areas I specialize in are self-discovery, marital/couple's issues, depression and anxiety, family disruption, and managing grief.
Better begins now. Relationships, life challenges, and poor self-image can leave you struggling with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. An encourager at heart, I can help you identify and navigate the challenges before you, restore your emotional balance, and help you reconnect with yourself and others. Don't continue to live in limbo, life can be better than this. Together we will identify why you may be stuck, work through it and get you feeling better.
Cindy L Claxton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCAC, KCGC-I, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lenexa, KS 66215
" I have extensive background in helping teenagers and adults with life's struggles including, but not limited to dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, mood management, stress, substance use, burnout, grief and loss, gambling and relapse prevention.
I believe all people deserve to pursue happiness and lead fulfilling lives. I work with anyone who is ready to seek solutions to whatever life is throwing at them. Meeting in a safe and supportive environment where we can talk through life's struggles can make the difference in living the life you strive for. I have an eclectic approach to help you gain valuable skills, insight, and confidence in your decisions. I utilize a strength’s based approach and will work with you to identify and harness your strengths in order to achieve your best outcomes.
" I have extensive background in helping teenagers and adults with life's struggles including, but not limited to dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, mood management, stress, substance use, burnout, grief and loss, gambling and relapse prevention.
I believe all people deserve to pursue happiness and lead fulfilling lives. I work with anyone who is ready to seek solutions to whatever life is throwing at them. Meeting in a safe and supportive environment where we can talk through life's struggles can make the difference in living the life you strive for. I have an eclectic approach to help you gain valuable skills, insight, and confidence in your decisions. I utilize a strength’s based approach and will work with you to identify and harness your strengths in order to achieve your best outcomes.
Janet Dukewits Byars
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66219
Do you continually struggle with disturbing thoughts and memories which affect the quality of your life and relationships? Are you overwhelmed, uncertain, and disconnected from others. If you are struggling with emotional pain, past hurts, depression, anxiety, grief, I would like to provide you with a place to begin to heal. I am committed to helping you experience positive change, improve your relationships, improve the possibilities for your life, and experience a greater sense of personal strength and spiritual development.
Do you continually struggle with disturbing thoughts and memories which affect the quality of your life and relationships? Are you overwhelmed, uncertain, and disconnected from others. If you are struggling with emotional pain, past hurts, depression, anxiety, grief, I would like to provide you with a place to begin to heal. I am committed to helping you experience positive change, improve your relationships, improve the possibilities for your life, and experience a greater sense of personal strength and spiritual development.
Connecting the Dotts, llc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, RPT-S, AAMFT-S, LMFT-Mo
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66219
Counseling area including, but not limited: marital dissatisfaction, parenting issues, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem.
***I am currently not taking any new clients*** As a therapist, my hope is it help you and your family move in the direction that you are wanting to move. You may not know exactly what you need to get moving, but together we will discover that. In my 20 years of experience, I have grown to understand that not one person or family are the same, so we will work together to discover your unique aspects.
Counseling area including, but not limited: marital dissatisfaction, parenting issues, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem.
***I am currently not taking any new clients*** As a therapist, my hope is it help you and your family move in the direction that you are wanting to move. You may not know exactly what you need to get moving, but together we will discover that. In my 20 years of experience, I have grown to understand that not one person or family are the same, so we will work together to discover your unique aspects.
Adam Joseph Clement
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66062
I am a systemically trained, collaborative marriage and family therapist with 10 years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples. I am passionate about working with clients to identify, foster, and implement their inherent strengths to address the presenting issues. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults through a variety of presenting problems including anxiety, depression, divorce, step-families, life transitions, grief, infidelity, and marital issues to name a few.
I am a systemically trained, collaborative marriage and family therapist with 10 years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples. I am passionate about working with clients to identify, foster, and implement their inherent strengths to address the presenting issues. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults through a variety of presenting problems including anxiety, depression, divorce, step-families, life transitions, grief, infidelity, and marital issues to name a few.
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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.