Grief Therapists in Palmyra, VA
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia with 12 years of experience. I enjoy working with people at many stages of life, from teenagers to older adults. My goal as your therapist is to help you understand and gain the tools necessary to work through what you are experiencing be it depression, anxiety, grief, or stressful life transitions. I provide warmth, humor, advocacy and encouragement within the therapeutic relationship.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia with 12 years of experience. I enjoy working with people at many stages of life, from teenagers to older adults. My goal as your therapist is to help you understand and gain the tools necessary to work through what you are experiencing be it depression, anxiety, grief, or stressful life transitions. I provide warmth, humor, advocacy and encouragement within the therapeutic relationship.
Cynthia Starnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963 (Online Only)
I have over 17 years of experience supporting clients who suffer from trauma-related disorders, including intimate partner violence, childhood abuse/sexual abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and loss and grief issues. As a former EMT, I have a unique perspective and training for working with EMS/First Responders as well. We will work together as partners in your treatment, developing a plan to process your trauma and move from the role of victim to that of a strong and successful survivor. I offer online sessions via a HIPAA compliant, secure, easy to use platform with easy online scheduling.
I have over 17 years of experience supporting clients who suffer from trauma-related disorders, including intimate partner violence, childhood abuse/sexual abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and loss and grief issues. As a former EMT, I have a unique perspective and training for working with EMS/First Responders as well. We will work together as partners in your treatment, developing a plan to process your trauma and move from the role of victim to that of a strong and successful survivor. I offer online sessions via a HIPAA compliant, secure, easy to use platform with easy online scheduling.
Additionally, I can provide anger management, distress tolerance, mindfulness skill building, substance use education, and grief work.
I have worked in the field as a mental health provider for at-risk and vulnerable populations since 2006. I am certified in Trauma and Resilience and also have a minor in special education.
Additionally, I can provide anger management, distress tolerance, mindfulness skill building, substance use education, and grief work.
I have worked in the field as a mental health provider for at-risk and vulnerable populations since 2006. I am certified in Trauma and Resilience and also have a minor in special education.
Karen Haley Cersley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MBA, MA, FMCHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palmyra, VA 22963
Waitlist for new clients
If you need help with issues and need change in your life, I have experience addressing transitions in life: empty nest, divorce, career changes, self-image problems, new beginnings, abuse, grief, spiritual battles, and leadership.
Are you looking for more fulfillment in life, more happiness, and more tools for self-discovery, relationship-building, and problem-solving? Through our collaboration, we will identify and set specific goals and then work together to make meaningful changes. Through a positive psychology approach, we will partner together to help you maintain physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health & well-being. If you are willing to invest yourself in the process, I'll walk beside you on your journey to reach your goals, dreams, & find purpose while you learn more effectively how to deal with situations in your life. How can I serve you?
If you need help with issues and need change in your life, I have experience addressing transitions in life: empty nest, divorce, career changes, self-image problems, new beginnings, abuse, grief, spiritual battles, and leadership.
Are you looking for more fulfillment in life, more happiness, and more tools for self-discovery, relationship-building, and problem-solving? Through our collaboration, we will identify and set specific goals and then work together to make meaningful changes. Through a positive psychology approach, we will partner together to help you maintain physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health & well-being. If you are willing to invest yourself in the process, I'll walk beside you on your journey to reach your goals, dreams, & find purpose while you learn more effectively how to deal with situations in your life. How can I serve you?
My areas of focus are but not limited to life transitions, stress, anxiety/panic, depression, work and school anxiety, obsessive thinking, grief as well as career, transitions, academic and life coaching.
My hopes are to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting and develop with my clients a collaborative therapeutic relationship. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel held in a difficult state and being unable to make changes, feeling overwhelmed or paralyzed. I believe that by helping clients to discover new ways of coping, assists them to move toward a more effective and rewarding life.
My areas of focus are but not limited to life transitions, stress, anxiety/panic, depression, work and school anxiety, obsessive thinking, grief as well as career, transitions, academic and life coaching.
My hopes are to create an atmosphere that is comfortable and accepting and develop with my clients a collaborative therapeutic relationship. My primary goal is to come alongside the client and assist in managing issues that can cause one to feel held in a difficult state and being unable to make changes, feeling overwhelmed or paralyzed. I believe that by helping clients to discover new ways of coping, assists them to move toward a more effective and rewarding life.
Ann Tourangeau
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963
Waitlist for new clients
For over 20 years, I have worked to support folks in finding and building on their existing strengths so they can better manage the impacts of anxiety, abuse, neglect, trauma, grief and loss, parenting, relationship issues, life transitions and everyday stressors.
Building a relationship in which you feel safe and connected is my initial focus with new clients. Through this relationship we’ll work together to find a pace that allows us to pay attention to what’s working well for you as well as to what’s getting in your way. Through this early joining we’ll create a solid ground from which we can work together to help you strengthen your awareness, explore your needs and consider what might be helpful as you move into living in a way that feels more easeful, genuine and sustainable.
For over 20 years, I have worked to support folks in finding and building on their existing strengths so they can better manage the impacts of anxiety, abuse, neglect, trauma, grief and loss, parenting, relationship issues, life transitions and everyday stressors.
Building a relationship in which you feel safe and connected is my initial focus with new clients. Through this relationship we’ll work together to find a pace that allows us to pay attention to what’s working well for you as well as to what’s getting in your way. Through this early joining we’ll create a solid ground from which we can work together to help you strengthen your awareness, explore your needs and consider what might be helpful as you move into living in a way that feels more easeful, genuine and sustainable.
Allison P O'Grady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Palmyra, VA 22963
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy, specializing in trauma, anxiety, loss, and relationship distress. I collaborate with individuals and couples who experience fear, sadness, anger, and disconnection who seek a pathway to healing, greater emotional connection, and sense of well being. I utilize evidence-based therapies, including attachment-based, mindfulness, trauma-informed, and emotionally-focused approaches, including IFS, EMDR, and AEDP. My style is calm, non-judgmental, & interactive. I value the opportunity to partner with clients on their journey.
In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy, specializing in trauma, anxiety, loss, and relationship distress. I collaborate with individuals and couples who experience fear, sadness, anger, and disconnection who seek a pathway to healing, greater emotional connection, and sense of well being. I utilize evidence-based therapies, including attachment-based, mindfulness, trauma-informed, and emotionally-focused approaches, including IFS, EMDR, and AEDP. My style is calm, non-judgmental, & interactive. I value the opportunity to partner with clients on their journey.
Jennifer Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963 (Online Only)
There are some changes and losses in life that break us. Completely. Totally. Every area is fragmented, jagged and raw. Sometimes the hurt is so overwhelming that we become numb, afraid, avoiding things that we used to enjoy. It’s hard to put those pieces back together again. They don’t fit the way they did before. While time may heal some wounds, moving from being functional in your pain to being free from that hurt takes effort and therapy. As a licensed clinical social worker with over ten years of experience, I’m here to assist you in moving from function to freedom.
There are some changes and losses in life that break us. Completely. Totally. Every area is fragmented, jagged and raw. Sometimes the hurt is so overwhelming that we become numb, afraid, avoiding things that we used to enjoy. It’s hard to put those pieces back together again. They don’t fit the way they did before. While time may heal some wounds, moving from being functional in your pain to being free from that hurt takes effort and therapy. As a licensed clinical social worker with over ten years of experience, I’m here to assist you in moving from function to freedom.
I enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and families. I have experience working with a variety of mental health needs from anxiety and depression to anger, trauma and behavioral issues. I support clients who are overwhelmed with stress and life adjustments and help them learn to transform their life challenges into opportunities for healing and growth. Individuals will learn to recognize behaviors and thoughts that keep them stuck and are provided with tools to help them process difficult emotions.
I enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and families. I have experience working with a variety of mental health needs from anxiety and depression to anger, trauma and behavioral issues. I support clients who are overwhelmed with stress and life adjustments and help them learn to transform their life challenges into opportunities for healing and growth. Individuals will learn to recognize behaviors and thoughts that keep them stuck and are provided with tools to help them process difficult emotions.
Megan Osburn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is wanting to take a deeper look at their own reflection. Have you ever seen a movie or television show with an insensitive therapist and thought: Is this what therapy is supposed to look like? I can tell you therapy with me will not look like the disinterested professional depicted on television. My therapy style is built on the keystone of rapport building. I value our time together and respect boundaries as we work collaboratively to navigate some of life’s hardships.
My ideal client is someone who is wanting to take a deeper look at their own reflection. Have you ever seen a movie or television show with an insensitive therapist and thought: Is this what therapy is supposed to look like? I can tell you therapy with me will not look like the disinterested professional depicted on television. My therapy style is built on the keystone of rapport building. I value our time together and respect boundaries as we work collaboratively to navigate some of life’s hardships.
Charlotte A. Schafer
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmyra, VA 22963 (Online Only)
Do you wish you knew better coping strategies for managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling under the control of others and don’t know how to break free? Are you experiencing guilt, or sadness that doesn't go away? As a professional counselor I can help you find your way back to a more joyful, healthy life. As a caring professional I can teach you techniques that make these distresses lesson or even leave, and help you regain a more balanced perspective over your emotional issues. Are you looking for empowerment over emotional habiting? As a balanced Christian counselor I have answers, I would love to help you.
Do you wish you knew better coping strategies for managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling under the control of others and don’t know how to break free? Are you experiencing guilt, or sadness that doesn't go away? As a professional counselor I can help you find your way back to a more joyful, healthy life. As a caring professional I can teach you techniques that make these distresses lesson or even leave, and help you regain a more balanced perspective over your emotional issues. Are you looking for empowerment over emotional habiting? As a balanced Christian counselor I have answers, I would love to help you.
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression? Yearning for a life of healing and growth? You're not alone. Let's embark on a journey together, transforming challenges into opportunities, and cultivating a sense of confidence and security within yourself.
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression? Yearning for a life of healing and growth? You're not alone. Let's embark on a journey together, transforming challenges into opportunities, and cultivating a sense of confidence and security within yourself.
Raechel Brittain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963 (Online Only)
Welcome – I’m happily accepting new clients with availability on Saturday mornings and evenings on weekdays! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with over ten years of clinical experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of therapeutic settings. In moments of great change, challenging decisions, or feeling disconnected from ourselves and others, a welcoming non-judgmental therapeutic environment can help you reconnect with your inner resilience and find new ways forward.
Welcome – I’m happily accepting new clients with availability on Saturday mornings and evenings on weekdays! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with over ten years of clinical experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of therapeutic settings. In moments of great change, challenging decisions, or feeling disconnected from ourselves and others, a welcoming non-judgmental therapeutic environment can help you reconnect with your inner resilience and find new ways forward.
Ken Deneault is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 5 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults and elderly persons dealing with a variety of issues that affect their well being. Ken offers office hours for outpatient therapy.
Ken Deneault is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 5 years of experience with children, adolescents, adults and elderly persons dealing with a variety of issues that affect their well being. Ken offers office hours for outpatient therapy.
Paige Nolt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palmyra, VA 22963
Waitlist for new clients
The attempt to ignore or suppress emotions, the pressure to "get over it", is where feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and loneliness thrive. I believe in the intelligence of our internal emotional system, viewing symptoms not as a problem to be solved but a roadmap to follow towards feeling and functioning better. The process of therapy will connect you with the internal resources needed to navigate life from a calmer and more connected space.
The attempt to ignore or suppress emotions, the pressure to "get over it", is where feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and loneliness thrive. I believe in the intelligence of our internal emotional system, viewing symptoms not as a problem to be solved but a roadmap to follow towards feeling and functioning better. The process of therapy will connect you with the internal resources needed to navigate life from a calmer and more connected space.
January Marshall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963
Waitlist for new clients
January offers a safe, compassionate environment for clients to be seen and heard. She understands that mental distress is not a condition to be "fixed," but comes alongside each client to guide them in pathways to emotional, relational, and spiritual healing. Though she utilizes a Christian perspectives, January also realizes that every client is on a different spirtiual and life journey, and is experienced in working with persons of every walk of life and faith. She recognizes that emotional distress is universal to all, life is filled with an abundance of storms throughout our lifetimes, and healing is available to all.
January offers a safe, compassionate environment for clients to be seen and heard. She understands that mental distress is not a condition to be "fixed," but comes alongside each client to guide them in pathways to emotional, relational, and spiritual healing. Though she utilizes a Christian perspectives, January also realizes that every client is on a different spirtiual and life journey, and is experienced in working with persons of every walk of life and faith. She recognizes that emotional distress is universal to all, life is filled with an abundance of storms throughout our lifetimes, and healing is available to all.
Rebecca McIntyre Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963
Not accepting new clients
Rebecca is a licensed clinical social worker with extensive training and experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with the challenges of mental health issues, and/or physical illness such as cancer. She has expertise working with anxiety, depression, ADHD (Adults and Children), trauma, dealing with serious illness, relationships, and grief and loss. Rebecca practices with a kind and gentle approach using proven strategies to help clients regain control and move forward with a focus on building resilience and overall healthy functioning.
Rebecca is a licensed clinical social worker with extensive training and experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with the challenges of mental health issues, and/or physical illness such as cancer. She has expertise working with anxiety, depression, ADHD (Adults and Children), trauma, dealing with serious illness, relationships, and grief and loss. Rebecca practices with a kind and gentle approach using proven strategies to help clients regain control and move forward with a focus on building resilience and overall healthy functioning.
Barbara J Blair
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Palmyra, VA 22963
Not accepting new clients
Life is hard, we all struggle from time to time and just need someone to talk to about our feelings and struggles. Perhaps you have unresolved trauma or lost a loved one, or dealing with increased anxiety in this ever changing and uncertain world we are living in. If this sounds like you, please let me help. I will listen with compassion, help you identify areas in your life that are too difficult to handle on your own, help you identify healthy coping skills to manage anxiety, depression, and difficulty concentrating. Call today to see if I'm the right fit for you.
Life is hard, we all struggle from time to time and just need someone to talk to about our feelings and struggles. Perhaps you have unresolved trauma or lost a loved one, or dealing with increased anxiety in this ever changing and uncertain world we are living in. If this sounds like you, please let me help. I will listen with compassion, help you identify areas in your life that are too difficult to handle on your own, help you identify healthy coping skills to manage anxiety, depression, and difficulty concentrating. Call today to see if I'm the right fit for you.
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I have experience with grief and bereavement, trauma, Christian counseling, and family/marital counseling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients throughout Virginia. I have worked in multiple areas of behavioral health and health care in the Richmond area for over twenty-five years. I work with adult clients in individual therapy and couples therapy. I work with adult clients, individually and in couples therapy.
I have experience with grief and bereavement, trauma, Christian counseling, and family/marital counseling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients throughout Virginia. I have worked in multiple areas of behavioral health and health care in the Richmond area for over twenty-five years. I work with adult clients in individual therapy and couples therapy. I work with adult clients, individually and in couples therapy.
I have a wealth of life experiences including multiple careers, loss of loved ones, failure recovery, cancer survivor, and raising challenging kids.
I have been a licensed professional counselor for over a decade, working with adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, mood disorders, relationship issues, and codependency. I focus on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy to develop coping skills to help you move successfully to a full and happy life. I can help you develop mindfulness practices and tools to enhance your recovery.
I have a wealth of life experiences including multiple careers, loss of loved ones, failure recovery, cancer survivor, and raising challenging kids.
I have been a licensed professional counselor for over a decade, working with adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, mood disorders, relationship issues, and codependency. I focus on cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy to develop coping skills to help you move successfully to a full and happy life. I can help you develop mindfulness practices and tools to enhance your recovery.
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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.