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McKenzie Hoyt
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115  (Online Only)
I have worked with children, teens, adults, individuals and groups experiencing a variety of struggles including gender and sexuality discovery, grief, trauma, neurodiversity, disordered eating, anxiety, and depression.
Seeking counseling can be scary, it is hard to take that first step. Congratulations, by reading this and contemplating therapy, you have taken that first step already!
I have worked with children, teens, adults, individuals and groups experiencing a variety of struggles including gender and sexuality discovery, grief, trauma, neurodiversity, disordered eating, anxiety, and depression.
Seeking counseling can be scary, it is hard to take that first step. Congratulations, by reading this and contemplating therapy, you have taken that first step already!
(206) 761-1225 View (206) 761-1225
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Anna Fasano
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, ATRP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98107  (Online Only)
Whether you're grappling with distress related to loss, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, work dissatisfaction, existential and emotional disturbances, relational strain, or challenges in leading an authentic life, we can collaborate to address these issues with a strengths-based, multicultural conscious, and trauma-informed approach.
Accepting new clients! Let's work together with compassion and creativity to align you with your goals. Collectively, we can illuminate deeper insights, shed light on behavioral patterns, tend to emotional wounds, and clarify aspects of your identity and values. I work with adult individuals, and adolescents. I hold extensive experience within the LGBTQ+ community, and specialize in treating symptoms of anxiety and depression. I also provide support for those at the intersection of transition, individuals experiencing grief and loss, those healing from trauma, navigating chronic and terminal illness, and those overwhelmed by burnout
Whether you're grappling with distress related to loss, grief, anxiety, depression, stress, work dissatisfaction, existential and emotional disturbances, relational strain, or challenges in leading an authentic life, we can collaborate to address these issues with a strengths-based, multicultural conscious, and trauma-informed approach.
Accepting new clients! Let's work together with compassion and creativity to align you with your goals. Collectively, we can illuminate deeper insights, shed light on behavioral patterns, tend to emotional wounds, and clarify aspects of your identity and values. I work with adult individuals, and adolescents. I hold extensive experience within the LGBTQ+ community, and specialize in treating symptoms of anxiety and depression. I also provide support for those at the intersection of transition, individuals experiencing grief and loss, those healing from trauma, navigating chronic and terminal illness, and those overwhelmed by burnout
(425) 310-4066 View (425) 310-4066
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Marie Marotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107
Anxiety Depression Grief and Loss Chronic and life changing medical conditions Death and living with terminal illnesses Life stage transitions Elders Young Adults (18+) Mid Life Shifts Parenting and family stressors Pregnancy and Post Partum Depression and Anxiety Strengths based care.
My passion lies in supporting people to learn the skills necessary to live their best life at every stage. There are times in life when a professional perspective is needed, and my goal is to provide for psychosocial and emotional healing, helping to navigate difficult circumstances and provide for a supportive environment where each individual can achieve growth and fulfillment on their terms.
Anxiety Depression Grief and Loss Chronic and life changing medical conditions Death and living with terminal illnesses Life stage transitions Elders Young Adults (18+) Mid Life Shifts Parenting and family stressors Pregnancy and Post Partum Depression and Anxiety Strengths based care.
My passion lies in supporting people to learn the skills necessary to live their best life at every stage. There are times in life when a professional perspective is needed, and my goal is to provide for psychosocial and emotional healing, helping to navigate difficult circumstances and provide for a supportive environment where each individual can achieve growth and fulfillment on their terms.
(206) 573-8259 View (206) 573-8259
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Betsy Zuber
Counselor, MS, LMHC, GMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98136
I provide counseling for adults, older adults, and families caring for loved ones with dementia. I have over 30 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, family conflict, stress-related concerns, help with personal and life transitions and behaviors related to dementia. I can help you to create and practice effective communication for positive relationships, develop new coping skills for life transitions, and help with conflict management and family dilemmas.
I provide counseling for adults, older adults, and families caring for loved ones with dementia. I have over 30 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, family conflict, stress-related concerns, help with personal and life transitions and behaviors related to dementia. I can help you to create and practice effective communication for positive relationships, develop new coping skills for life transitions, and help with conflict management and family dilemmas.
(206) 219-0091 View (206) 219-0091
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Ross Kling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98115
In grief therapy I offer a safe space filled with reflective listening for you to explore your feelings.
Ross Kling, MA, LMFTA. I offer counseling to help you heal, reconnect with yourself, and rediscover your connection with others. With empathy and understanding developed over 25 years as an independent funeral director, I have helped thousands of individuals and families navigate deeply distressing feelings of vulnerability and emotion. This informs my approach as a therapist. I embrace a welcoming openness for the human experience and a desire to deeply listen to another. I utilize solution based and narrative therapies as well as Gottman based practices to help people better understand themselves and one another.
In grief therapy I offer a safe space filled with reflective listening for you to explore your feelings.
Ross Kling, MA, LMFTA. I offer counseling to help you heal, reconnect with yourself, and rediscover your connection with others. With empathy and understanding developed over 25 years as an independent funeral director, I have helped thousands of individuals and families navigate deeply distressing feelings of vulnerability and emotion. This informs my approach as a therapist. I embrace a welcoming openness for the human experience and a desire to deeply listen to another. I utilize solution based and narrative therapies as well as Gottman based practices to help people better understand themselves and one another.
(206) 222-4633 View (206) 222-4633
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Carolyn Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98105  (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma and many other challenges.
I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma and many other challenges.
(425) 532-3265 View (425) 532-3265
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Janelle Jensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98109  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Janelle Jensen and I work as a therapist and consultant in the Seattle area. My background includes Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapy, with work experience in adult mental health, aging, memory loss and family caregiver support. If you are an individual or family living with or caring for someone living with dementia or a related condition, I will work with you to provide dementia education, plan for current and future care needs, and offer emotional support to process changing relationships, grief/loss, and stressors related to family caregiving.
Hello! My name is Janelle Jensen and I work as a therapist and consultant in the Seattle area. My background includes Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapy, with work experience in adult mental health, aging, memory loss and family caregiver support. If you are an individual or family living with or caring for someone living with dementia or a related condition, I will work with you to provide dementia education, plan for current and future care needs, and offer emotional support to process changing relationships, grief/loss, and stressors related to family caregiving.
(206) 659-5846 View (206) 659-5846
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Moonrise Mental Health, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98103  (Online Only)
I use a strengths based, person-centered approach. I specialize in grief and loss, and offer support through transitions such as: divorce, job loss, and health issues. My background is in gerontology and hospice care. I've worked with older adults and their caregivers in the health field since 2006. My clinical focus includes working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+. I identify as Queer and celebrate the resilience that can be found in overcoming adversity through community and connection. I work with Veterans and their families. I advocate for healthcare equity for Transgender Veterans and people who are gender non-conforming.
I use a strengths based, person-centered approach. I specialize in grief and loss, and offer support through transitions such as: divorce, job loss, and health issues. My background is in gerontology and hospice care. I've worked with older adults and their caregivers in the health field since 2006. My clinical focus includes working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+. I identify as Queer and celebrate the resilience that can be found in overcoming adversity through community and connection. I work with Veterans and their families. I advocate for healthcare equity for Transgender Veterans and people who are gender non-conforming.
(360) 564-1405 View (360) 564-1405
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Neupathway (Amber Ford)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EeD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98101  (Online Only)
We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
We all need support throughout our lives, and you may be looking for an additional resource to help you process lived experiences, problem-solve, or understand yourself in a deeper way. You may be struggling with anxiety, the challenges of caregiving, work stress and burnout, relationship challenges, or working through grief, loss, or bereavement. You want to engage in healthy coping skills and develop self-care habits to better support the vision you have for your life.
(425) 541-1890 View (425) 541-1890
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Alana Hartman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98105  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you find yourself facing major life changes, grief, persistent feelings of worry and despair, or simply seek a greater sense of meaning and connection in your life I would love to serve as a companion on your journey.
As a therapist I’m drawn to those places of breakdown that so often have the potential to become breakthroughs. Usually these are discovered in the midst of broader life-cycle transitions, moments of grief and loss, seasons of depression or anxiety, or in response to the myriad of social and cultural pressures we face. These experiences can be disorienting, frightening and isolating, but with the support of a trusted companion to help us face the journey they can also reveal our own innate wisdom and strength and serve as the gateway to deeper healing and wholeness.
If you find yourself facing major life changes, grief, persistent feelings of worry and despair, or simply seek a greater sense of meaning and connection in your life I would love to serve as a companion on your journey.
As a therapist I’m drawn to those places of breakdown that so often have the potential to become breakthroughs. Usually these are discovered in the midst of broader life-cycle transitions, moments of grief and loss, seasons of depression or anxiety, or in response to the myriad of social and cultural pressures we face. These experiences can be disorienting, frightening and isolating, but with the support of a trusted companion to help us face the journey they can also reveal our own innate wisdom and strength and serve as the gateway to deeper healing and wholeness.
(971) 306-4485 View (971) 306-4485
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Linda Meadows
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98121  (Online Only)
I highly respect and believe in the therapeutic process and relationship. I specialize in individual therapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, and relationships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years’ experience working with adults of all ages. I am genuine, intuitive, and bring compassion and presence to my practice. Therapy is about self-discovery, self-acceptance, and figuring out how to get from here to there. I look forward to seeing and getting to know you. I am providing telehealth therapy to all Oregon and Washington residents.
I highly respect and believe in the therapeutic process and relationship. I specialize in individual therapy with a focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, and relationships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years’ experience working with adults of all ages. I am genuine, intuitive, and bring compassion and presence to my practice. Therapy is about self-discovery, self-acceptance, and figuring out how to get from here to there. I look forward to seeing and getting to know you. I am providing telehealth therapy to all Oregon and Washington residents.
(360) 667-1885 View (360) 667-1885
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Alisha Amland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98125  (Online Only)
Alisha has a range of clinical experience with a passion for creating safe and trustworthy space for individuals in order to support meaningful reflection, healing, and change. Alisha has over 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing and navigating depression and anxiety, diagnosis of a life-changing or life-limiting illness, grief and loss, caring for a loved one, relationship or family conflict, burnout or compassion fatigue, life transitions, and simply day-to-day stress.
Alisha has a range of clinical experience with a passion for creating safe and trustworthy space for individuals in order to support meaningful reflection, healing, and change. Alisha has over 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing and navigating depression and anxiety, diagnosis of a life-changing or life-limiting illness, grief and loss, caring for a loved one, relationship or family conflict, burnout or compassion fatigue, life transitions, and simply day-to-day stress.
(206) 895-6261 View (206) 895-6261
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Megan B Kessler
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98117  (Online Only)
Are you feeling life isn’t going the way you want or expected? Are you feeling anxious, worried or sad about where you are and how things are going for you? Are you feeling overwhelmed by parenthood and the challenges you or kids are facing? These are things that I am passionate about helping clients deal with in my practice. I have extensive experience with supporting people process the loss of a child or a pregnancy. I specialize in helping parents who have a child with special needs, medical trauma or learning disabilities.
Are you feeling life isn’t going the way you want or expected? Are you feeling anxious, worried or sad about where you are and how things are going for you? Are you feeling overwhelmed by parenthood and the challenges you or kids are facing? These are things that I am passionate about helping clients deal with in my practice. I have extensive experience with supporting people process the loss of a child or a pregnancy. I specialize in helping parents who have a child with special needs, medical trauma or learning disabilities.
(206) 451-1469 View (206) 451-1469
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Alexandra (Ali) Joy Sideroff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98112
EMDR efficiently addresses multiple issues including PTSD, anxiety, depression, self-criticism, traumatic incidences, connection and attachment challenges, addictive behaviors, feeling stuck and powerless, bereavement, medical issues and others.
Support for depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship struggles with mindfulness. Clear obstacles that obstruct authenticity and peace. We may work through past traumas that shape your experience or examine present issues from a solution-focused perspective to develop tools with application to daily life. I apply a holistic model that recognizes multiple facets of your experience. This may include physical, emotional, mental, psychosocial and spiritual. Expertise in LGBTQQI+ communities as well as straight clientele. In-person Seattle, virtual anywhere in California and Washington.
EMDR efficiently addresses multiple issues including PTSD, anxiety, depression, self-criticism, traumatic incidences, connection and attachment challenges, addictive behaviors, feeling stuck and powerless, bereavement, medical issues and others.
Support for depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship struggles with mindfulness. Clear obstacles that obstruct authenticity and peace. We may work through past traumas that shape your experience or examine present issues from a solution-focused perspective to develop tools with application to daily life. I apply a holistic model that recognizes multiple facets of your experience. This may include physical, emotional, mental, psychosocial and spiritual. Expertise in LGBTQQI+ communities as well as straight clientele. In-person Seattle, virtual anywhere in California and Washington.
(415) 799-8168 View (415) 799-8168
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Daniel Kuzmycz
Counselor, PhD, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98126  (Online Only)
I'm experienced working with a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationships, grief & loss, life & career transitions.
I’m a licensed counselor and certified executive coach with a PhD in Psychology. I'm here to help you to achieve your goals and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you from living your best life. Guided by positive psychology and solution-focused strategies, I focus on developing your strength, resilience, & resourcefulness with pragmatic tools to effect real change.
I'm experienced working with a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationships, grief & loss, life & career transitions.
I’m a licensed counselor and certified executive coach with a PhD in Psychology. I'm here to help you to achieve your goals and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you from living your best life. Guided by positive psychology and solution-focused strategies, I focus on developing your strength, resilience, & resourcefulness with pragmatic tools to effect real change.
(206) 681-1867 View (206) 681-1867
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Ashley Glass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98118  (Online Only)
I have worked in a variety of settings with virtually all walks of life. My areas of specialization include chronic pain, life transitions, loss, sleep issues, caregivers, issues associated with aging, and disabilities.
I have worked in a variety of settings with virtually all walks of life. My areas of specialization include chronic pain, life transitions, loss, sleep issues, caregivers, issues associated with aging, and disabilities.
(206) 678-0324 View (206) 678-0324
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Sunni Dupree
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98188
As a mental health practitioner, fitness, and nutritional educator based in Washington, I specialize in addressing a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, grief & loss, crisis journeys, Dementia-related diseases, body image, eating disorders, and women’s issues. I approach each client's journey with compassion and personalized care, utilizing evidence-based practices, fitness and nutrition.
As a mental health practitioner, fitness, and nutritional educator based in Washington, I specialize in addressing a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, grief & loss, crisis journeys, Dementia-related diseases, body image, eating disorders, and women’s issues. I approach each client's journey with compassion and personalized care, utilizing evidence-based practices, fitness and nutrition.
(206) 208-7477 x1 View (206) 208-7477 x1
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Michelle Voetberg
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, MHP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98119  (Online Only)
I have worked with clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities within community health care environments in various roles over the past 10 years which has led me to become the therapist that I am today. I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Seattle University and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Washington State University. Based upon my professional and personal experiences, I specialize in learning/developmental disabilities, anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, grief, and co-occurring diagnoses. Above all else, I want you to feel safe and trusting of me as your therapist.
I have worked with clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities within community health care environments in various roles over the past 10 years which has led me to become the therapist that I am today. I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Seattle University and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Washington State University. Based upon my professional and personal experiences, I specialize in learning/developmental disabilities, anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, grief, and co-occurring diagnoses. Above all else, I want you to feel safe and trusting of me as your therapist.
(206) 207-1491 View (206) 207-1491
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JODIE LEUENBERGER
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107  (Online Only)
I specialize in providing support for individuals navigating challenging life transitions, such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, terminal/chronic illness diagnoses, relationship issues, divorce, and dating.
With a decade of invaluable experience in collaborating with a diverse range of populations, my goal is to guarantee that individuals, families and couples from all walks of life have convenient access to exceptional mental health care services. Passionate about fostering mental well-being, I strive to provide top-tier support and guidance to those in need. I believe that creating a safe and open environment for a client to express their individual viewpoints and experiences is important in fostering therapeutic growth. The foundation of successful therapeutic relationships lies in embracing diverse perspectives.
I specialize in providing support for individuals navigating challenging life transitions, such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, terminal/chronic illness diagnoses, relationship issues, divorce, and dating.
With a decade of invaluable experience in collaborating with a diverse range of populations, my goal is to guarantee that individuals, families and couples from all walks of life have convenient access to exceptional mental health care services. Passionate about fostering mental well-being, I strive to provide top-tier support and guidance to those in need. I believe that creating a safe and open environment for a client to express their individual viewpoints and experiences is important in fostering therapeutic growth. The foundation of successful therapeutic relationships lies in embracing diverse perspectives.
(509) 348-4049 View (509) 348-4049
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Amy Astle-Raaen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, GMHS
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98108
I work with older adults and their caregivers to address depression, stress, anxiety, grief, family conflict and end of life issues.
Amy Astle-Raaen, MSW, is a Geriatric Mental Health Specialist. She provides home visits and tele-health in the greater Seattle area for therapeutic counseling and serves individuals, families, couples and caregivers. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Willamette University, a Master of Social Work degree in Multigenerational Health/Policy Practice from the University of Washington and a Certificate in Advanced Dementia Practice from the University of Michigan.
I work with older adults and their caregivers to address depression, stress, anxiety, grief, family conflict and end of life issues.
Amy Astle-Raaen, MSW, is a Geriatric Mental Health Specialist. She provides home visits and tele-health in the greater Seattle area for therapeutic counseling and serves individuals, families, couples and caregivers. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Willamette University, a Master of Social Work degree in Multigenerational Health/Policy Practice from the University of Washington and a Certificate in Advanced Dementia Practice from the University of Michigan.
(206) 203-5718 View (206) 203-5718
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.