Grief Therapists in Festus, MO
Dr. Pamela Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, DCoun, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Festus, MO 63028
I'm passionate about supporting and helping grieving individuals as they adjust to life after loss.
Life can be challenging. Sometimes we could use someone to help us navigate the challenges and obstacles that come our way. Whether you're struggling with stress, overwhelm, grief, anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting, school, decisions, navigating transitions, or feeling "stuck" in life, there is hope. Things can be different than they are right now. I help individuals develop effective ways to cope with life's challenges to make the changes they desire.
I'm passionate about supporting and helping grieving individuals as they adjust to life after loss.
Life can be challenging. Sometimes we could use someone to help us navigate the challenges and obstacles that come our way. Whether you're struggling with stress, overwhelm, grief, anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting, school, decisions, navigating transitions, or feeling "stuck" in life, there is hope. Things can be different than they are right now. I help individuals develop effective ways to cope with life's challenges to make the changes they desire.
I also have experience with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, career difficulties depression, bipolar disorder and coaching.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. I have been counseling for over sixteen years. I have a Master of Arts in Professional and School Counseling, and I am certified as a Psychological Examiner. I received my degree from Lindenwood University located in St. Charles Missouri. The treatment approach I will use is based on the needs of the client. For instance, if we were working with distorted thinking we could use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, for anxiety we could consider Tapping, breathing techniques and mindfulness activities.
I also have experience with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, career difficulties depression, bipolar disorder and coaching.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. I have been counseling for over sixteen years. I have a Master of Arts in Professional and School Counseling, and I am certified as a Psychological Examiner. I received my degree from Lindenwood University located in St. Charles Missouri. The treatment approach I will use is based on the needs of the client. For instance, if we were working with distorted thinking we could use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, for anxiety we could consider Tapping, breathing techniques and mindfulness activities.
I am passionate about working with individuals to navigate challenges and foster healthier relationships. Counseling with me is more than just listening, it is a deeper dive into your experience to understand your journey and actively engage in healing. God designed our minds and bodies with the capacity to restore what is broken or gain what is missing. You can walk into a session with me expecting change and positive growth. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, coping techniques, grief, or transitions I can empower you and, with God’s help, offer a path forward.
I am passionate about working with individuals to navigate challenges and foster healthier relationships. Counseling with me is more than just listening, it is a deeper dive into your experience to understand your journey and actively engage in healing. God designed our minds and bodies with the capacity to restore what is broken or gain what is missing. You can walk into a session with me expecting change and positive growth. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, coping techniques, grief, or transitions I can empower you and, with God’s help, offer a path forward.
My approach in working with others is focusing on a person's strengths and utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to develop more positive ways of coping with everyday stress that life throws at us. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in social work in 1991. In 2006 i went to graduate school and received my MSW. I am a LCSW and have primarily worked in the mental health field since receiving my master's degree. My top three specialty areas are grief and loss, mood disorders, and trauma. I love helping people and making a difference even if small at times. Therapy is about change and it is very gratifying to see someone struggling
My approach in working with others is focusing on a person's strengths and utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to develop more positive ways of coping with everyday stress that life throws at us. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in social work in 1991. In 2006 i went to graduate school and received my MSW. I am a LCSW and have primarily worked in the mental health field since receiving my master's degree. My top three specialty areas are grief and loss, mood disorders, and trauma. I love helping people and making a difference even if small at times. Therapy is about change and it is very gratifying to see someone struggling
Are you ready to take charge of your emotions? Emotions can be difficult and confusing, yet they can also be a powerful catalyst in the presence of change. Let's tap into your experiences and emotions to uncover your purpose. Embracing personal struggles can lead us to places we never imagined, illuminating new paths and possibilities along the way. Together, we'll navigate through the complexities, embracing emotions as valuable tools for self-discovery and empowerment. Let's embark on this exciting journey and discover the clarity and purpose that lie ahead.
Are you ready to take charge of your emotions? Emotions can be difficult and confusing, yet they can also be a powerful catalyst in the presence of change. Let's tap into your experiences and emotions to uncover your purpose. Embracing personal struggles can lead us to places we never imagined, illuminating new paths and possibilities along the way. Together, we'll navigate through the complexities, embracing emotions as valuable tools for self-discovery and empowerment. Let's embark on this exciting journey and discover the clarity and purpose that lie ahead.
Dr. Sara Briggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Festus, MO 63028 (Online Only)
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, or depressed? I work with adult clients to develop skills to enhance their ability to cope with stressors, manage their symptoms of mental illness, and find healthier ways to balance life’s needs. I am passionate about empowering the strengths and supporting the goals of the individuals I serve. I utilize a trauma-informed, strengths-based, holistic approach to counseling to focus treatment on your entire self rather than only addressing the symptoms you may be currently experiencing. I am also a Missouri State approved supervisor for pre-licensed counselors seeking LPC licensure.
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, or depressed? I work with adult clients to develop skills to enhance their ability to cope with stressors, manage their symptoms of mental illness, and find healthier ways to balance life’s needs. I am passionate about empowering the strengths and supporting the goals of the individuals I serve. I utilize a trauma-informed, strengths-based, holistic approach to counseling to focus treatment on your entire self rather than only addressing the symptoms you may be currently experiencing. I am also a Missouri State approved supervisor for pre-licensed counselors seeking LPC licensure.
I am a Licensed Profession Counselor in the State of Missouri practicing in Saint Louis, MO. I have a master’s level degree in mental heath counseling and vocational rehabilitation counseling. My education and professional background in working with the mind, disability and career gives me a unique and effective approach to counseling. I work to provide my clients with effective treatment plans that they can use in their everyday lives and help them to achieve their goals. Outside of counseling, I have worked as a qualified mental health professional (QMHP) working with adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities,
I am a Licensed Profession Counselor in the State of Missouri practicing in Saint Louis, MO. I have a master’s level degree in mental heath counseling and vocational rehabilitation counseling. My education and professional background in working with the mind, disability and career gives me a unique and effective approach to counseling. I work to provide my clients with effective treatment plans that they can use in their everyday lives and help them to achieve their goals. Outside of counseling, I have worked as a qualified mental health professional (QMHP) working with adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities,
Michelle Maguire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Festus, MO 63028 (Online Only)
My name is Michelle Maguire, I am a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri and Kansas. I believe trust, compassion and respect are essential for effective treatment. I will create a safe and non-judgmental space for healing and change. I studied at Kansas State University for my undergraduate degree in social work. I obtained my graduate degree in social work from the University of Missouri. I have been a practicing therapist since 2003. My clinical experience spans clients of all ages and backgrounds.
My name is Michelle Maguire, I am a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri and Kansas. I believe trust, compassion and respect are essential for effective treatment. I will create a safe and non-judgmental space for healing and change. I studied at Kansas State University for my undergraduate degree in social work. I obtained my graduate degree in social work from the University of Missouri. I have been a practicing therapist since 2003. My clinical experience spans clients of all ages and backgrounds.
Are you dealing with a challenge, struggle or obstacle that is causing you to fall short of your dreams and expectations for yourself? Or maybe, you are having a difficult time discerning your next steps and are confused by the many different opinions and influences of others. If this is you, you have come to the right place! At some point, we all encounter challenges that may cause us to stumble in life. Whether the challenge is internal or external, it is in these times that help from a professional counselor may be in order to aid in getting back or getting to the life you deserve. My ideal client is someone who is motivated to
Are you dealing with a challenge, struggle or obstacle that is causing you to fall short of your dreams and expectations for yourself? Or maybe, you are having a difficult time discerning your next steps and are confused by the many different opinions and influences of others. If this is you, you have come to the right place! At some point, we all encounter challenges that may cause us to stumble in life. Whether the challenge is internal or external, it is in these times that help from a professional counselor may be in order to aid in getting back or getting to the life you deserve. My ideal client is someone who is motivated to
I have been in practice for 20 years. I do not "fit" my clients into a particular therapy. I use what treatment helps each of my clients. The therapy sessions belong to my clients, not to me. My clients know themselves better than I or anyone else wil know them. My "job" is to help my clients learn to help themselves and apply what they have gained in therapy to the rest of their lives.
I have been in practice for 20 years. I do not "fit" my clients into a particular therapy. I use what treatment helps each of my clients. The therapy sessions belong to my clients, not to me. My clients know themselves better than I or anyone else wil know them. My "job" is to help my clients learn to help themselves and apply what they have gained in therapy to the rest of their lives.
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, or depressed? I work with individuals to develop skills to enhance their ability to cope with stressors, manage their symptoms of mental illness, and find healthier ways to balance life’s needs. I am passionate about empowering the strengths and supporting the goals of the individuals I serve. I utilize a trauma-informed, strengths-based, holistic approach to counseling to focus treatment on your entire self rather than only addressing the symptoms you may be currently experiencing. My therapeutic orientation is derived from Cognitive
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, or depressed? I work with individuals to develop skills to enhance their ability to cope with stressors, manage their symptoms of mental illness, and find healthier ways to balance life’s needs. I am passionate about empowering the strengths and supporting the goals of the individuals I serve. I utilize a trauma-informed, strengths-based, holistic approach to counseling to focus treatment on your entire self rather than only addressing the symptoms you may be currently experiencing. My therapeutic orientation is derived from Cognitive
Do you find personal relationships challenging? Is it hard to regulate your emotions? Would you like to have a solid purpose and meaning to life? I would enjoy journeying with you to help you mature and grow. My goal is to help you navigate life's challenges. Those may include marriage, parenting, mood instability, purposelessness, or other issues. We will form a therapeutic alliance to help you discover purpose and better understand your story. I serve people in difficult situations to help them with complex issues.
Do you find personal relationships challenging? Is it hard to regulate your emotions? Would you like to have a solid purpose and meaning to life? I would enjoy journeying with you to help you mature and grow. My goal is to help you navigate life's challenges. Those may include marriage, parenting, mood instability, purposelessness, or other issues. We will form a therapeutic alliance to help you discover purpose and better understand your story. I serve people in difficult situations to help them with complex issues.
Jennifer Lustman Jennifer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Festus, MO 63028 (Online Only)
The human experience presents everyone with challenges. When we are facing difficult life transitions and emotions that thwart our efforts to live our best we can feel overwhelmed. The opportunity provided in pursuing therapy is that you don't have to take this journey alone and use guess work to come up with solutions. Working together we I can address the challenges you face. I will provide you with understanding and support that offers you a new perspective on your issues and specific tools to assist you on this journey.
The human experience presents everyone with challenges. When we are facing difficult life transitions and emotions that thwart our efforts to live our best we can feel overwhelmed. The opportunity provided in pursuing therapy is that you don't have to take this journey alone and use guess work to come up with solutions. Working together we I can address the challenges you face. I will provide you with understanding and support that offers you a new perspective on your issues and specific tools to assist you on this journey.
I want to help you find joy and adventure in your life. Life is short so live it to the fullest each day. I have 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. I specialize in working with clients with mild to severe mental illness, I have experience working with children who are separated from their family of origins due to abuse, neglect or parental substance abuse. I have worked closely with clients who have been involved in the criminal justice system.
I want to help you find joy and adventure in your life. Life is short so live it to the fullest each day. I have 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. I specialize in working with clients with mild to severe mental illness, I have experience working with children who are separated from their family of origins due to abuse, neglect or parental substance abuse. I have worked closely with clients who have been involved in the criminal justice system.
It feels like groundhog day once again. Each day is filled with things to do, yet you never seem to get ahead. My great passion is helping individuals process their past hurt and freeing them from the burden of it weighing down their present and future. I will help you harness your full potential so you can start living the life you dream about instead of the one you feel trapped in. I help my clients, who include men and women, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, strong and safe.
It feels like groundhog day once again. Each day is filled with things to do, yet you never seem to get ahead. My great passion is helping individuals process their past hurt and freeing them from the burden of it weighing down their present and future. I will help you harness your full potential so you can start living the life you dream about instead of the one you feel trapped in. I help my clients, who include men and women, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, strong and safe.
Jennifer McColgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCDP-D, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Festus, MO 63028 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed? Perhaps you feel as though you're at a crossroads and not sure what path to take? Whatever the case may be, there's something that has empowered you to seek out someone to talk with. Allow me to journey alongside you in this thing we call life! It is my priority to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore and gain the insight, self-awareness, and self-acceptance you desire. I have a holistic approach and believe therapy is not a "one size fits all" model.
Do you feel overwhelmed? Perhaps you feel as though you're at a crossroads and not sure what path to take? Whatever the case may be, there's something that has empowered you to seek out someone to talk with. Allow me to journey alongside you in this thing we call life! It is my priority to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore and gain the insight, self-awareness, and self-acceptance you desire. I have a holistic approach and believe therapy is not a "one size fits all" model.
Specializing in Couples and Marriage Therapy. Is your marriage or relationship falling apart? Have issues like cheating or infidelity have you questioning the future of your relationship? Or maybe you're seeking individual help for Anxiety or Depression symptoms that feel like they are controlling your life. Our experienced therapists offer individual counseling for anxiety, depression, and many of life's emotional challenges.
Specializing in Couples and Marriage Therapy. Is your marriage or relationship falling apart? Have issues like cheating or infidelity have you questioning the future of your relationship? Or maybe you're seeking individual help for Anxiety or Depression symptoms that feel like they are controlling your life. Our experienced therapists offer individual counseling for anxiety, depression, and many of life's emotional challenges.
Living Well Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Festus, MO 63028
Not accepting new clients
Grief and loss, trauma or difficulty navigating life.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes strongly in the transformation work of Christ in our lives. I am committed to helping clients find hope and healing. I have a passion for helping individuals improve their mental health by looking not only at their emotional and mental health, but also their spiritual and physical health. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression or past trauma, or some other struggle; I would consider it an honor to help you along your path to peace and wholeness.
Grief and loss, trauma or difficulty navigating life.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes strongly in the transformation work of Christ in our lives. I am committed to helping clients find hope and healing. I have a passion for helping individuals improve their mental health by looking not only at their emotional and mental health, but also their spiritual and physical health. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression or past trauma, or some other struggle; I would consider it an honor to help you along your path to peace and wholeness.
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LaJuana Walker-McGill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, MO 63050 (Online Only)
Hello! I am LaJuana Walker-McGill, and I am a licensed professional counselor with 23 years of experience providing mental health therapy. I reside and practice in the state of Missouri. I provide client-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy to individuals dealing with issues related to depression, grief, anxiety, relationships, anger management, and adjustment issues. I met clients where they are by creating a safe in-person or virtual environment for them to express and explore their feelings.
Hello! I am LaJuana Walker-McGill, and I am a licensed professional counselor with 23 years of experience providing mental health therapy. I reside and practice in the state of Missouri. I provide client-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy to individuals dealing with issues related to depression, grief, anxiety, relationships, anger management, and adjustment issues. I met clients where they are by creating a safe in-person or virtual environment for them to express and explore their feelings.
Liza Albidress
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
De Soto, MO 63020 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Liza, and I provide trauma sensitive therapy for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and chronic health/pain issues. I am certified in MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction) from UMASS Medical School and also have received a post-graduate trauma therapy certification from Bessel van der Kolk at the Trauma Center in Boston. I am a 500 hour RYT (registered yoga teacher) with a practice focus on combining cognitive-based therapies with body-based, meditative practices in order to guide clients on how to better cope with life's challenges and feel safe, secure.... "at home" in their bodies.
Hello! My name is Liza, and I provide trauma sensitive therapy for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and chronic health/pain issues. I am certified in MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction) from UMASS Medical School and also have received a post-graduate trauma therapy certification from Bessel van der Kolk at the Trauma Center in Boston. I am a 500 hour RYT (registered yoga teacher) with a practice focus on combining cognitive-based therapies with body-based, meditative practices in order to guide clients on how to better cope with life's challenges and feel safe, secure.... "at home" in their bodies.
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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.