Grief Therapists in Great Falls, VA
Cate Riihimaki
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, EdS
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066
Perhaps you are seeking therapy for a specific concern: depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting support, relational issues, or personal loss. Or maybe, you are entering counseling for less easily defined goals, such as self-awareness, creating a more meaningful life, increasing resilience, or personal empowerment. Whatever brings you to counseling, I will work to provide a safe and supportive space for you to engage in the therapeutic process.
Perhaps you are seeking therapy for a specific concern: depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting support, relational issues, or personal loss. Or maybe, you are entering counseling for less easily defined goals, such as self-awareness, creating a more meaningful life, increasing resilience, or personal empowerment. Whatever brings you to counseling, I will work to provide a safe and supportive space for you to engage in the therapeutic process.
Ailish R Dermody
Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC, CGP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
I work from a trauma-informed and attachment-focused approach with clients experiencing grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
We can all find ourselves overwhelmed by the expectations put on us by others and ourselves. Often our past experiences may have us repeating patterns and cycles in our relationships that don’t serve us and it can be easy to try to ignore our problems or stuff our feelings only to find they're coming out sideways. To cope, we may engage in behaviors that prevent us from being the best version of ourselves. Often difficult life transitions put us in a state of upheaval, leaving us feeling hopeless, anxious, or depressed. I'd like to help you navigate these challenges.
I work from a trauma-informed and attachment-focused approach with clients experiencing grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
We can all find ourselves overwhelmed by the expectations put on us by others and ourselves. Often our past experiences may have us repeating patterns and cycles in our relationships that don’t serve us and it can be easy to try to ignore our problems or stuff our feelings only to find they're coming out sideways. To cope, we may engage in behaviors that prevent us from being the best version of ourselves. Often difficult life transitions put us in a state of upheaval, leaving us feeling hopeless, anxious, or depressed. I'd like to help you navigate these challenges.
Maureen Flaherty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
I also specialize in illness (acute and chronic), loss in all its varied forms, grief, and end-of-life issues.
I believe many of our emotional and relational difficulties are connected to the experiences we have growing up in our unique family systems. These experiences shape core beliefs about who we are and what we can expect from others. This work involves becoming unstuck emotionally and healing faulty relationship maps, losses, or traumatic wounds of the past. I can support you to resolve the unfinished business of the past so you don’t have to keep recreating it in the present and find that when clients create healing at the root cause, the symptoms are no longer needed. While pain and loss are inevitable, suffering is optional.
I also specialize in illness (acute and chronic), loss in all its varied forms, grief, and end-of-life issues.
I believe many of our emotional and relational difficulties are connected to the experiences we have growing up in our unique family systems. These experiences shape core beliefs about who we are and what we can expect from others. This work involves becoming unstuck emotionally and healing faulty relationship maps, losses, or traumatic wounds of the past. I can support you to resolve the unfinished business of the past so you don’t have to keep recreating it in the present and find that when clients create healing at the root cause, the symptoms are no longer needed. While pain and loss are inevitable, suffering is optional.
Kristin Drouin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, APHSW-C
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who are navigating illness, grief, loss, trauma, and professional burnout. My passion for supporting children, teens, young adults and families impacted by a life-limiting medical diagnosis is informed by the years I spent as a pediatric social worker. In my bereavement work, I support clients affected by all manner of death, with a particular focus on grief after the death of a parent, young child or sibling.
I specialize in working with individuals of all ages who are navigating illness, grief, loss, trauma, and professional burnout. My passion for supporting children, teens, young adults and families impacted by a life-limiting medical diagnosis is informed by the years I spent as a pediatric social worker. In my bereavement work, I support clients affected by all manner of death, with a particular focus on grief after the death of a parent, young child or sibling.
Charlotte Mathews
Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
My clinical experience lies in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate various life experiences and stressors not limited to; childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, interpersonal issues, and grief and loss. I believe that positive growth and change can occur when a therapy environment is built upon human connection and the principles of trust, safety, and respect.
My clinical experience lies in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate various life experiences and stressors not limited to; childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, interpersonal issues, and grief and loss. I believe that positive growth and change can occur when a therapy environment is built upon human connection and the principles of trust, safety, and respect.
Cliff Ayers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over thirty years of experience helping individuals and couples to experience happier, more fulfilling lives. Clients describe me as both empathic and logical, and I am interactive in style compared to the more passive style of therapist.
As an individual therapist I tailor my approach to your own strengths and style of learning, often combining elements of cognitive, humanistic, and insight and depth oriented approaches as indicated. Together we may address a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, low self-worth, stress, grief, anger, and relationship or work problems.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over thirty years of experience helping individuals and couples to experience happier, more fulfilling lives. Clients describe me as both empathic and logical, and I am interactive in style compared to the more passive style of therapist.
As an individual therapist I tailor my approach to your own strengths and style of learning, often combining elements of cognitive, humanistic, and insight and depth oriented approaches as indicated. Together we may address a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, low self-worth, stress, grief, anger, and relationship or work problems.
Tera Lensegrav-Benson Anxiety Specialist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with with women to manage their anxiety, OCD, grief, chronic health issues and parents who are struggling with parenting children/teens/young adults with chronic physical or mental health concerns.
Feeling anxious, grieving, alone, and caught up in a pattern of obsessing? Struggling with health issues and/or parenting concerns? If you are overwhelmed and contemplating therapy, we can work together to help you find relief. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of therapy and am skilled in providing personalized mental health care with compassion and heart. Ready to develop insight, self compassion, regulate your anxiety, learn how your brain works and build skills to move in your own valued directions? I welcome the opportunity to partner with you in therapy. Let me help you live your best life!
I specialize in working with with women to manage their anxiety, OCD, grief, chronic health issues and parents who are struggling with parenting children/teens/young adults with chronic physical or mental health concerns.
Feeling anxious, grieving, alone, and caught up in a pattern of obsessing? Struggling with health issues and/or parenting concerns? If you are overwhelmed and contemplating therapy, we can work together to help you find relief. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of therapy and am skilled in providing personalized mental health care with compassion and heart. Ready to develop insight, self compassion, regulate your anxiety, learn how your brain works and build skills to move in your own valued directions? I welcome the opportunity to partner with you in therapy. Let me help you live your best life!
M Claire H Dutrow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT, CSAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and substance abuse.
I offer a safe and welcoming environment, which I believe can happen as authentically online as in person. I help create a space where you can reflect on what brought you into therapy and develop a vision of hope for your future. I have worked in a variety of practice settings for over 20 years which enables me to tailor your specific treatment to the level of care you need. Ultimately, my goal is to help you develop a deeper sense of self-understanding and a greater capacity for self-compassion. By understanding the root causes of your challenges, we can work together to cultivate lasting change and growth.
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and substance abuse.
I offer a safe and welcoming environment, which I believe can happen as authentically online as in person. I help create a space where you can reflect on what brought you into therapy and develop a vision of hope for your future. I have worked in a variety of practice settings for over 20 years which enables me to tailor your specific treatment to the level of care you need. Ultimately, my goal is to help you develop a deeper sense of self-understanding and a greater capacity for self-compassion. By understanding the root causes of your challenges, we can work together to cultivate lasting change and growth.
Loudoun Counseling & Coaching, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
I look forward to working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, infertility, adoption, life changes and transitions, grief and loss, including divorce. Empathy, respect and compassion are all at the forefront of my work with client's, with an emphasis on client's strengths and goals. Therapeutic modalities include; solution focused, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and strengths based. I would like to work with you to help you achieve your hopes and dreams of becoming the best you! For the quickest response, please respond to me via email. Daytime availability on Tuesdays, Wed. & Thursdays.
I look forward to working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, infertility, adoption, life changes and transitions, grief and loss, including divorce. Empathy, respect and compassion are all at the forefront of my work with client's, with an emphasis on client's strengths and goals. Therapeutic modalities include; solution focused, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and strengths based. I would like to work with you to help you achieve your hopes and dreams of becoming the best you! For the quickest response, please respond to me via email. Daytime availability on Tuesdays, Wed. & Thursdays.
Candace Ford
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMH, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066 (Online Only)
I provide counseling services to adolescents, adults, and couples. I see people for individual, family, and couples counseling. I also provide grief and substance abuse group counseling. My services for individuals address anxiety, depression; bipolar disorder; trauma, grief; and substance abuse.
I provide counseling services to adolescents, adults, and couples. I see people for individual, family, and couples counseling. I also provide grief and substance abuse group counseling. My services for individuals address anxiety, depression; bipolar disorder; trauma, grief; and substance abuse.
Dr. Xavier Bonilla
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
I specialize in CBT, Mood Disorders, Psychotic disorders, Depression, Grief & Loss.
I have been working in this field for over 15 years. I have a wide range of experience working with various populations that have different challenges. I am experienced in individual as well as couples counseling and am licensed in VA, DC and MD. I treat ages 16 and up.
I specialize in CBT, Mood Disorders, Psychotic disorders, Depression, Grief & Loss.
I have been working in this field for over 15 years. I have a wide range of experience working with various populations that have different challenges. I am experienced in individual as well as couples counseling and am licensed in VA, DC and MD. I treat ages 16 and up.
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Ellen Skogsberg Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BC-TMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
My experience is working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions, parenting skills, domestic violence, chronic illness/grief/loss and career counseling.
By providing a calm, confidential and trusting environment, you will feel heard and understood which is the basis for building a trusting counselor/client relationship. Your goals/needs are the foundation to moving forward from being "stuck" to where you want to be and with help you can get there.
My experience is working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions, parenting skills, domestic violence, chronic illness/grief/loss and career counseling.
By providing a calm, confidential and trusting environment, you will feel heard and understood which is the basis for building a trusting counselor/client relationship. Your goals/needs are the foundation to moving forward from being "stuck" to where you want to be and with help you can get there.
Susan Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066 (Online Only)
I can help those who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, self-esteem, balancing responsibilities, relationship dynamics, grief and loss, loneliness, functional decline, caregiver burnout and issues related to aging.
With over 30 years of experience, I have an expertise in working with adults in midlife and those navigating older adulthood. I work with you to create a safe space where we can explore issues and identify strengths as you gain insight into the challenges you are facing, including family and peer relationships, life stage and life transition issues, caregiver challenges and family conflict. I have extensive experience working with individuals who are challenged by the issues associated with aging, as well as chronic illness (including Alzheimer's, other dementias, Parkinson's, Transplant, and advanced heart and lung disease).
I can help those who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, self-esteem, balancing responsibilities, relationship dynamics, grief and loss, loneliness, functional decline, caregiver burnout and issues related to aging.
With over 30 years of experience, I have an expertise in working with adults in midlife and those navigating older adulthood. I work with you to create a safe space where we can explore issues and identify strengths as you gain insight into the challenges you are facing, including family and peer relationships, life stage and life transition issues, caregiver challenges and family conflict. I have extensive experience working with individuals who are challenged by the issues associated with aging, as well as chronic illness (including Alzheimer's, other dementias, Parkinson's, Transplant, and advanced heart and lung disease).
David Lipsey - Therapy Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066 (Online Only)
I work with people who are dealing with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, and issues that feel unmanageable alone. Whether that be from loss of a loved one or relationship, feeling unprepared for big life changes, or dealing with lifelong psychological challenges.
I work with people who are dealing with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, and issues that feel unmanageable alone. Whether that be from loss of a loved one or relationship, feeling unprepared for big life changes, or dealing with lifelong psychological challenges.
Carrie Leonard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or addictive behaviors? You're not alone. We live in a stressful world, and stress can trigger and exacerbate our mental health issues. In addition, events such as major life transitions, relationship conflicts, loss of loved ones, and living with chronic illness can pose challenges to our wellbeing. I am here to help. I'm a great listener, and, as a former attorney, I am solution-focused and use evidence-based treatment in my work with clients. I can also help you gain invaluable insight into yourself, and identify positive changes you can make to be happier and less stressed.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or addictive behaviors? You're not alone. We live in a stressful world, and stress can trigger and exacerbate our mental health issues. In addition, events such as major life transitions, relationship conflicts, loss of loved ones, and living with chronic illness can pose challenges to our wellbeing. I am here to help. I'm a great listener, and, as a former attorney, I am solution-focused and use evidence-based treatment in my work with clients. I can also help you gain invaluable insight into yourself, and identify positive changes you can make to be happier and less stressed.
Mixi Lopez-Corbin | Embrace Life Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults and teens who are navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, stress, grief and depression.
Accepting New Clients! You are tired of the constant worry and doubt. You find yourself spending a lot of time trying to calm the thoughts but the relief doesn’t last long. Maybe a major change or unexpected transition is affecting your focus and ability to complete tasks on time. I know it can feel scary to reach out to a therapist so I imagine that you’re here to make some real changes in your life. You deserve a life where you can embrace all the difficult emotions and feel confident and grounded at the same time.
I specialize in working with adults and teens who are navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, stress, grief and depression.
Accepting New Clients! You are tired of the constant worry and doubt. You find yourself spending a lot of time trying to calm the thoughts but the relief doesn’t last long. Maybe a major change or unexpected transition is affecting your focus and ability to complete tasks on time. I know it can feel scary to reach out to a therapist so I imagine that you’re here to make some real changes in your life. You deserve a life where you can embrace all the difficult emotions and feel confident and grounded at the same time.
Lindsey McRae
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
I enjoy working with adults, adolescents and couples and my areas of interest include anxiety, depression, miscarriage/pregnancy loss, infertility, substance use/addiction, trauma, ADHD, military related stressors, and life adjustments.
Accepting New Clients- As we navigate life, we face obstacles and come across some bumps in the road. These challenges can feel overwhelming and can impact our relationships, sleep, mood, job performance, and overall well being. My goal is to empower clients and provide them with support and tools to improve their lives. Offering an empathetic ear as well as a therapeutic perspective, I value the opportunity to walk alongside clients in navigating life’s ups and downs.
I enjoy working with adults, adolescents and couples and my areas of interest include anxiety, depression, miscarriage/pregnancy loss, infertility, substance use/addiction, trauma, ADHD, military related stressors, and life adjustments.
Accepting New Clients- As we navigate life, we face obstacles and come across some bumps in the road. These challenges can feel overwhelming and can impact our relationships, sleep, mood, job performance, and overall well being. My goal is to empower clients and provide them with support and tools to improve their lives. Offering an empathetic ear as well as a therapeutic perspective, I value the opportunity to walk alongside clients in navigating life’s ups and downs.
Michael F Shea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066
Michael F. Shea, LICSW, is a integrative psychotherapist operating a private practice in Washington, DC with over 28 years of experience. Utilizing a holistic approach to health and healing, he integrates the disciplines of Social Work, Mind-Body Medicine, and Spirituality to aid those who seek self-awareness. He works with individuals, couples, families, groups, and corporate executive teams. His specialties include: addictions, mood disorders, pain management, crisis intervention, spiritual crisis, and strategic planning. He is certified by and is on the faculty of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine in Washington, DC.
Michael F. Shea, LICSW, is a integrative psychotherapist operating a private practice in Washington, DC with over 28 years of experience. Utilizing a holistic approach to health and healing, he integrates the disciplines of Social Work, Mind-Body Medicine, and Spirituality to aid those who seek self-awareness. He works with individuals, couples, families, groups, and corporate executive teams. His specialties include: addictions, mood disorders, pain management, crisis intervention, spiritual crisis, and strategic planning. He is certified by and is on the faculty of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine in Washington, DC.
Ware Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066
Eleanor Ware has been in private practice as a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. She sees individuals, couples and families with a focus on anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Eleanor Ware has been in private practice as a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. She sees individuals, couples and families with a focus on anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Guy W. Van Syckle Jr.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Great Falls, VA 22066
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over thirty years. My specialty is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I offer individual, couples, and family therapy to all age groups. I also am trained in school psychology. I consult frequently with educators, physicians, nurses, clergy, attorneys and judges on child and family matters. I have extensive experience helping families with divorce and reunification issues. I am an experienced court-appointed parent coordinator and child custody evaluator. I also treat adolescent and adults with substance abuse issues.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over thirty years. My specialty is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I offer individual, couples, and family therapy to all age groups. I also am trained in school psychology. I consult frequently with educators, physicians, nurses, clergy, attorneys and judges on child and family matters. I have extensive experience helping families with divorce and reunification issues. I am an experienced court-appointed parent coordinator and child custody evaluator. I also treat adolescent and adults with substance abuse issues.
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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.