Grief Therapists in Lakemont, Raleigh, NC

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Kathy Elias, MA
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Do you struggle with negative thoughts, sadness, grief or loss, fear, shame or guilt? Do you feel withdrawn or go against your own values to please others, or even lash out sometimes because you don’t know what to do with how you feel? Holding feelings inside can lead to many problems including depression, anxiety, physical illness or ailments, and disconnection from friends and family. Are you your own worst critic and condemn yourself? Do you feel stuck, or lost in life and sometimes wonder who you are? You want to feel better but don't know how to get there.
Do you struggle with negative thoughts, sadness, grief or loss, fear, shame or guilt? Do you feel withdrawn or go against your own values to please others, or even lash out sometimes because you don’t know what to do with how you feel? Holding feelings inside can lead to many problems including depression, anxiety, physical illness or ailments, and disconnection from friends and family. Are you your own worst critic and condemn yourself? Do you feel stuck, or lost in life and sometimes wonder who you are? You want to feel better but don't know how to get there.
(919) 443-5817 View (919) 443-5817
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Jen Johnson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, MFA, CRC, BCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609  (Online Only)
My areas of specialty include stress, grief, loss, transitions, anxiety, chronic illness, perfectionism, self-criticism, creativity, gifted adults, and medical trauma.
Are stress and ruminating thoughts about the past or future keeping you up at night? Do you wake up feeling anxious and worried? Are you struggling with stress related illness, such as autoimmune illness or high blood pressure? Have you lost your sense of aliveness, meaning, and purpose? I offer life coaching and counseling services to adults. I teach people how to develop inner peace, calm, and resilience so that you cope with the difficult times more skillfully and savor life's joy, beauty, and awe more fully.
My areas of specialty include stress, grief, loss, transitions, anxiety, chronic illness, perfectionism, self-criticism, creativity, gifted adults, and medical trauma.
Are stress and ruminating thoughts about the past or future keeping you up at night? Do you wake up feeling anxious and worried? Are you struggling with stress related illness, such as autoimmune illness or high blood pressure? Have you lost your sense of aliveness, meaning, and purpose? I offer life coaching and counseling services to adults. I teach people how to develop inner peace, calm, and resilience so that you cope with the difficult times more skillfully and savor life's joy, beauty, and awe more fully.
(910) 653-1690 View (910) 653-1690
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Mindy Brodsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA, LGSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Waitlist for new clients
Limited Availability - I specialize in trauma-informed, strengths-based counseling with a passion for integrative health and healing. I serve diverse adolescent and adult populations, including those impacted by cancer and other chronic illness, as well as those who struggle with anxiety, grief, trauma, chronic pain, and other life transitions such as prenatal/postpartum support.
Limited Availability - I specialize in trauma-informed, strengths-based counseling with a passion for integrative health and healing. I serve diverse adolescent and adult populations, including those impacted by cancer and other chronic illness, as well as those who struggle with anxiety, grief, trauma, chronic pain, and other life transitions such as prenatal/postpartum support.
(984) 464-7277 View (984) 464-7277
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Anne Bruce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone has a unique story that is worthy of being heard and honored. Healing and hope are possible. I desire to walk with you as you seek healing from experiences that have caused pain, guilt, and shame. Other areas I work with are depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, autism, supporting children with disabilities, grief/loss, and spiritual concerns.
Everyone has a unique story that is worthy of being heard and honored. Healing and hope are possible. I desire to walk with you as you seek healing from experiences that have caused pain, guilt, and shame. Other areas I work with are depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, autism, supporting children with disabilities, grief/loss, and spiritual concerns.
(919) 626-3880 View (919) 626-3880
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Anna Broadwell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609  (Online Only)
Through my own experiences of pain, loss, joy and gratitude as well as sitting with others who have experienced the same, I know freedom from pain is possible when you decide to invest the time and space in your life to make therapy a priority for yourself.
A trusting and solid relationship between therapist and client is the most important and foundational element of the counseling relationship. Developing client rapport and providing supportive, safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental counseling environments are essential elements in building relationships with my clients.
Through my own experiences of pain, loss, joy and gratitude as well as sitting with others who have experienced the same, I know freedom from pain is possible when you decide to invest the time and space in your life to make therapy a priority for yourself.
A trusting and solid relationship between therapist and client is the most important and foundational element of the counseling relationship. Developing client rapport and providing supportive, safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental counseling environments are essential elements in building relationships with my clients.
(984) 689-9196 View (984) 689-9196
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Joanna Spangler
Counselor, MA, LCMCHA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Life can present challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and sometimes scared. Whether you are suffering through loss, grappling with anxiety, seeking relief from depression, or healing from past trauma, you don't have to navigate it alone. I'm here to utilize my expertise and skills to walk alongside you in your counseling journey. You are ultimately the expert in your own lived experiences, and it is my responsibility to adapt to your unique needs and purpose. I believe that acceptance, empathy, and understanding can be powerful tools, and want to work collaboratively with you to reach your therapeutic goals.
Life can present challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and sometimes scared. Whether you are suffering through loss, grappling with anxiety, seeking relief from depression, or healing from past trauma, you don't have to navigate it alone. I'm here to utilize my expertise and skills to walk alongside you in your counseling journey. You are ultimately the expert in your own lived experiences, and it is my responsibility to adapt to your unique needs and purpose. I believe that acceptance, empathy, and understanding can be powerful tools, and want to work collaboratively with you to reach your therapeutic goals.
(919) 822-9498 View (919) 822-9498
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Serenity Place Intervention Center, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CGIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
My specialties include, but are not limited to; Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Anger Management, Grief, Trauma, Self-Esteem Issues and Life Transition.
Are you at that point where you feel like taking control of your life but just don't know how? I understand how hard it could be to get started, fret no more, I am here to help you figure out how to get started. We all need support and encouragement on the journey of life, I am that therapist who understands that and stick with you through it all. I understand that life can throw us curved balls from time to time as we navigate through life journey. I cannot promise you that the road to finding lifetime fulfillment will not be rough, but I can assure you that we will walk the rough roads together and emerge stronger and better.
My specialties include, but are not limited to; Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Anger Management, Grief, Trauma, Self-Esteem Issues and Life Transition.
Are you at that point where you feel like taking control of your life but just don't know how? I understand how hard it could be to get started, fret no more, I am here to help you figure out how to get started. We all need support and encouragement on the journey of life, I am that therapist who understands that and stick with you through it all. I understand that life can throw us curved balls from time to time as we navigate through life journey. I cannot promise you that the road to finding lifetime fulfillment will not be rough, but I can assure you that we will walk the rough roads together and emerge stronger and better.
(919) 443-6520 View (919) 443-6520
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Alex Zima
Counselor, MS Ed, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
In times of great vulnerability, mind-body awareness, self-compassion and insight guide the way to self-empowerment, healing and renewed purpose. We all carry this capacity within. My approach combines evidence-based clinical, holistic and mindfulness-based methodologies grounded in the leading-edge neuroscience of emotional wellbeing and personal growth. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety and panic, post-traumatic symptoms, grief and loss, sleep dysregulation, depression, major life and career transitions, clinician and caregiver chronic stress, end-of-life and psycho-spiritual integration.
In times of great vulnerability, mind-body awareness, self-compassion and insight guide the way to self-empowerment, healing and renewed purpose. We all carry this capacity within. My approach combines evidence-based clinical, holistic and mindfulness-based methodologies grounded in the leading-edge neuroscience of emotional wellbeing and personal growth. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety and panic, post-traumatic symptoms, grief and loss, sleep dysregulation, depression, major life and career transitions, clinician and caregiver chronic stress, end-of-life and psycho-spiritual integration.
(984) 203-9414 View (984) 203-9414
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Shannon Davenport
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSLCSW
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Waitlist for new clients
I also work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, loss and chronic illness.
I have over thirty years of experience as a therapist, working with teenagers and adults, and I can honestly say that I still love my job! When someone new comes to me for help and they feel safe enough to really share their stories with me, change has already begun. With your knowledge of yourself and my knowledge and experience as a clinician, we can join forces to better understand what is creating the problems you are struggling with and how they can be overcome.
I also work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, loss and chronic illness.
I have over thirty years of experience as a therapist, working with teenagers and adults, and I can honestly say that I still love my job! When someone new comes to me for help and they feel safe enough to really share their stories with me, change has already begun. With your knowledge of yourself and my knowledge and experience as a clinician, we can join forces to better understand what is creating the problems you are struggling with and how they can be overcome.
(919) 249-5887 View (919) 249-5887
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Beth Mumford Holloway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Beth M Holloway, MA, LPC has been working in the mental health field since 2005. Her counseling approach comes from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play-Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Mrs. Holloway has extensive clinical experience, in working with adults, children, adolescents, women's issues, parenting and blended family issues as well as couple's therapy. Her areas of therapeutic expertise are treating Anxiety, Depression, Interpersonal Relationships, Divorce Recovery, Grief & Loss, Obsessive Thoughts, Academic Achievement, Oppositional Behaviors and Crises of Faith.
Beth M Holloway, MA, LPC has been working in the mental health field since 2005. Her counseling approach comes from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play-Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Mrs. Holloway has extensive clinical experience, in working with adults, children, adolescents, women's issues, parenting and blended family issues as well as couple's therapy. Her areas of therapeutic expertise are treating Anxiety, Depression, Interpersonal Relationships, Divorce Recovery, Grief & Loss, Obsessive Thoughts, Academic Achievement, Oppositional Behaviors and Crises of Faith.
(919) 813-6480 View (919) 813-6480
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Cheryl A Johnson
Psychologist, PhD, MSW, HSP-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
I recommend practical steps to heal your pain (grief, abuse, anxiety, depression) through developing your coping skills (reframing negative thoughts, communicating effectively, setting boundaries, seeking community support, meditating, journaling, exercising) to reach your goals.
I specialize in supporting individuals, families, or couples at each stage of life: families and teens preparing for college; adults contemplating career change; couples planning to marry or experiencing relationship difficulties; and women and men adjusting to aging, retirement, or conflicts with adult children. For 20 years, I worked as a clinical social worker and then completed my Ph.D. in psychology at mid-life. Originally from Nebraska and Colorado, I have lived in Indiana, Oregon, LA and now in Raleigh for 30 years. I've helped people from all walks of life, including diverse ethnic, racial and spiritual backgrounds.
I recommend practical steps to heal your pain (grief, abuse, anxiety, depression) through developing your coping skills (reframing negative thoughts, communicating effectively, setting boundaries, seeking community support, meditating, journaling, exercising) to reach your goals.
I specialize in supporting individuals, families, or couples at each stage of life: families and teens preparing for college; adults contemplating career change; couples planning to marry or experiencing relationship difficulties; and women and men adjusting to aging, retirement, or conflicts with adult children. For 20 years, I worked as a clinical social worker and then completed my Ph.D. in psychology at mid-life. Originally from Nebraska and Colorado, I have lived in Indiana, Oregon, LA and now in Raleigh for 30 years. I've helped people from all walks of life, including diverse ethnic, racial and spiritual backgrounds.
(919) 794-6262 View (919) 794-6262
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Troy Lantz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
I have been trained, certified, or had extensive training in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT - effective in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental and physical health problems), Trauma Focused - CBT (evidenced-based treatment for those impacted by trauma), CBT-Insomnia, eating disorders, grief, couples, parenting, and suicidal ideations.
Most people with anxiety or depression don’t realize how their negative self-talk keeps them down and actually deepens their anxiety or depression. After working with me, my clients identify and reverse the effects of their negative self-talk, start feeling energized and motivated to do the things they used to enjoy, and are able to experience the simple joys of being alive again.
I have been trained, certified, or had extensive training in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT - effective in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental and physical health problems), Trauma Focused - CBT (evidenced-based treatment for those impacted by trauma), CBT-Insomnia, eating disorders, grief, couples, parenting, and suicidal ideations.
Most people with anxiety or depression don’t realize how their negative self-talk keeps them down and actually deepens their anxiety or depression. After working with me, my clients identify and reverse the effects of their negative self-talk, start feeling energized and motivated to do the things they used to enjoy, and are able to experience the simple joys of being alive again.
(919) 336-2912 View (919) 336-2912
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Christian Counseling Associates Raleigh
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, DMin, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Dr. Mike and Rhonda Garrett provide trusted Christian counseling and life coaching for individuals and couples in North Raleigh, NC. We specialize in marriages, communication, conflict resolution, infidelity, sexual addiction, trauma (EMDR), spiritual issues, anxiety, depression, grief and repairing and restoring relationships. We also offer adolescent and adult individual therapy and cover a broad range of needs and requests. Over 35 years of marriage, counseling, and ministry experience.
Dr. Mike and Rhonda Garrett provide trusted Christian counseling and life coaching for individuals and couples in North Raleigh, NC. We specialize in marriages, communication, conflict resolution, infidelity, sexual addiction, trauma (EMDR), spiritual issues, anxiety, depression, grief and repairing and restoring relationships. We also offer adolescent and adult individual therapy and cover a broad range of needs and requests. Over 35 years of marriage, counseling, and ministry experience.
(919) 439-6343 View (919) 439-6343
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Becky Jorgenson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, NCC, CEDS, NCTM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Becky provides holistic counseling services in a variety of treatment areas including: anxiety disorders, mood/depressive disorders, abuse, trauma, self-harm, eating disorders, post-abortion, behavioral issues, adjustment, career, spirituality, human trafficking, and grief. Becky's goal is to join her clients on their journey to freedom and wholeness through hearing their stories, identifying areas of change, and developing a plan of action using personal strengths and available resources to achieve desired goals. Clinically, Becky uses an eclectic approach to counseling including CBT, DBT, and Expressive Arts. Previous counseling experience includes residential/inpatient, intensive outpatient, crisis pregnancy, and private practice.
Becky provides holistic counseling services in a variety of treatment areas including: anxiety disorders, mood/depressive disorders, abuse, trauma, self-harm, eating disorders, post-abortion, behavioral issues, adjustment, career, spirituality, human trafficking, and grief. Becky's goal is to join her clients on their journey to freedom and wholeness through hearing their stories, identifying areas of change, and developing a plan of action using personal strengths and available resources to achieve desired goals. Clinically, Becky uses an eclectic approach to counseling including CBT, DBT, and Expressive Arts. Previous counseling experience includes residential/inpatient, intensive outpatient, crisis pregnancy, and private practice.
(984) 205-5375 View (984) 205-5375
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Corinne N Green
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Areas of special interests include developmental disorders, autism, adjustment, anxiety, depression, divorce, sexual orientation, grief, parenting, and relationship issues.
My name is Dr. Corinne Green. I am a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider-Psychologist in the state of North Carolina. I have received extensive training in providing diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy for all age groups in a variety of settings. I provide supportive and solution-focused individual, couple's, and family therapies from a systems approach; helping individuals recognize patterns in their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships that have developed as they have adapted to their unique backgrounds and experiences. I consider it a privilege to join others in their personal journies toward healing, growth, health and wellness.
Areas of special interests include developmental disorders, autism, adjustment, anxiety, depression, divorce, sexual orientation, grief, parenting, and relationship issues.
My name is Dr. Corinne Green. I am a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider-Psychologist in the state of North Carolina. I have received extensive training in providing diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy for all age groups in a variety of settings. I provide supportive and solution-focused individual, couple's, and family therapies from a systems approach; helping individuals recognize patterns in their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships that have developed as they have adapted to their unique backgrounds and experiences. I consider it a privilege to join others in their personal journies toward healing, growth, health and wellness.
(919) 299-0104 View (919) 299-0104
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Meredith W Furr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
My specialities include depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral issues, and adjustment problems for children and adults.
Meredith has a special interest in working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family related difficulties, adjustment problems, and grief. She also helps clients with self-esteem issues and coping skills.
My specialities include depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral issues, and adjustment problems for children and adults.
Meredith has a special interest in working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family related difficulties, adjustment problems, and grief. She also helps clients with self-esteem issues and coping skills.
(919) 504-9479 View (919) 504-9479
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Kathryn Dukes Duncan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Are you dealing with a significant change in your life? Possibly a loss that feels insurmountable? A hurdle that can stir up feelings of powerlessness, loneliness, deep sadness or depression? The power of therapy in these life transitions is invaluable. With twenty years of experience supporting people in the areas of grief, loss, aging, caregiver support, and other significant life transitions, I will provide you with the tools to find your way through life’s emotional storms. Together we will build within you a sense of confidence and peace around these seemingly impossible hurdles.
Are you dealing with a significant change in your life? Possibly a loss that feels insurmountable? A hurdle that can stir up feelings of powerlessness, loneliness, deep sadness or depression? The power of therapy in these life transitions is invaluable. With twenty years of experience supporting people in the areas of grief, loss, aging, caregiver support, and other significant life transitions, I will provide you with the tools to find your way through life’s emotional storms. Together we will build within you a sense of confidence and peace around these seemingly impossible hurdles.
(919) 849-3361 View (919) 849-3361
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Zena Chase
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
I have worked with children and adults from all walks of life who struggle with chronic illnesses, loss, Adjustment Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Abuse, Eating Disorders, Substance Use, Couples & Family therapies.
I’m very passionate about helping people, and celebrating their courageous strides. It takes courage to seek counseling, and courage to trust the process. I strive to create a partnership that is therapeutic in nature, and intentional in effort. It is with that intention, courage, and partnership that I assist my clients’ in reaching therapeutic goals, accepting and achieving growth, increasing awareness, and fostering resilience.
I have worked with children and adults from all walks of life who struggle with chronic illnesses, loss, Adjustment Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Abuse, Eating Disorders, Substance Use, Couples & Family therapies.
I’m very passionate about helping people, and celebrating their courageous strides. It takes courage to seek counseling, and courage to trust the process. I strive to create a partnership that is therapeutic in nature, and intentional in effort. It is with that intention, courage, and partnership that I assist my clients’ in reaching therapeutic goals, accepting and achieving growth, increasing awareness, and fostering resilience.
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Kimberly Black
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, MPH, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is shaped by my background in mindfulness, spiritual direction, death & dying, competitive athletics, animal-assisted therapy, international work, & love of the outdoors.
Living authentic lives aligned with our true values & beliefs is challenging at times. When out of alignment, we may recognize we no longer function well, feel stuck, or lack a sense of meaning and purpose. Previous coping strategies may no longer be sufficient to deal with life’s unexpected events. We may need help to access our innate wisdom & strengths, claim our own voice & self-worth, & free ourselves to move towards our goals.
My practice is shaped by my background in mindfulness, spiritual direction, death & dying, competitive athletics, animal-assisted therapy, international work, & love of the outdoors.
Living authentic lives aligned with our true values & beliefs is challenging at times. When out of alignment, we may recognize we no longer function well, feel stuck, or lack a sense of meaning and purpose. Previous coping strategies may no longer be sufficient to deal with life’s unexpected events. We may need help to access our innate wisdom & strengths, claim our own voice & self-worth, & free ourselves to move towards our goals.
(828) 415-5505 View (828) 415-5505
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Yailyn Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lakemont, Raleigh, NC 27609
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I am so glad you are here. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor with eight years of clinical experience treating children, teens, and adults. Life experiences, transitions, and relationships can be challenging; together we can discover new ways to process difficult emotions, increase self-awareness, and self-confidence. I enjoy supporting women and birth givers during the perinatal and postpartum periods as they adjust and transition into motherhood and parenthood. I have training in perinatal mood disorders, pregnancy loss, parenting, parent-infant /child relationships, and trauma.
Hi! I am so glad you are here. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor with eight years of clinical experience treating children, teens, and adults. Life experiences, transitions, and relationships can be challenging; together we can discover new ways to process difficult emotions, increase self-awareness, and self-confidence. I enjoy supporting women and birth givers during the perinatal and postpartum periods as they adjust and transition into motherhood and parenthood. I have training in perinatal mood disorders, pregnancy loss, parenting, parent-infant /child relationships, and trauma.
(919) 849-8002 View (919) 849-8002
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.