Grief Therapists in Tiffin, IA

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Lyra Clinical
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC, BCC, LPCC
Online Only
If you are struggling with grief, anxiety, stressful work situations or living with other difficult situations, we can work together to help you feel stronger and more resilient.
My clients like how I listen to their stories and help them find ways to feel more grounded and peaceful, especially while experiencing stressful situations. Much of my expertise is in helping clients with relationship struggles and career-related anxiety like experiencing burnout or desiring a change.
If you are struggling with grief, anxiety, stressful work situations or living with other difficult situations, we can work together to help you feel stronger and more resilient.
My clients like how I listen to their stories and help them find ways to feel more grounded and peaceful, especially while experiencing stressful situations. Much of my expertise is in helping clients with relationship struggles and career-related anxiety like experiencing burnout or desiring a change.
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Brianna White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, CCATP, CCTP-II
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and grief, drawing from evidence-based, neurobiology-informed, and trauma-informed practices, along with incorporating creative and narrative approaches. Whether through talk, play, art, or quiet reflection, therapy is a collaborative process shaped around your story, your pace, and your goals for healing and growth.
If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and grief, drawing from evidence-based, neurobiology-informed, and trauma-informed practices, along with incorporating creative and narrative approaches. Whether through talk, play, art, or quiet reflection, therapy is a collaborative process shaped around your story, your pace, and your goals for healing and growth.
(319) 209-9941 View (319) 209-9941
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Sarah Jacobs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
As a mental health professional with many years of experience in private practice, hospital, community crisis counseling, and corporate settings, Sarah is passionate about helping others. Sarah received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa. Throughout her experiences, Sarah has witnessed individuals make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives, drawing strength from their experiences and the struggles they've overcome. Sarah wants to help individuals work through any past trauma that might be holding them back and help them become the best versions of themselves.
As a mental health professional with many years of experience in private practice, hospital, community crisis counseling, and corporate settings, Sarah is passionate about helping others. Sarah received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa. Throughout her experiences, Sarah has witnessed individuals make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives, drawing strength from their experiences and the struggles they've overcome. Sarah wants to help individuals work through any past trauma that might be holding them back and help them become the best versions of themselves.
(319) 253-2238 View (319) 253-2238
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Jennifer Luria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
New hours! I have extra hours in the early evenings, Saturdays, and Sunday mornings to help. I am glad you are here! I work with children, teens, young adults, and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, developmental disorders (including autism), and stress related to relationships and transitions. I work with children and their caregivers to help children who struggle with anxiety, transitions, and struggles in different situations. I enjoy helping parents use strategies to best help their children.
New hours! I have extra hours in the early evenings, Saturdays, and Sunday mornings to help. I am glad you are here! I work with children, teens, young adults, and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD, developmental disorders (including autism), and stress related to relationships and transitions. I work with children and their caregivers to help children who struggle with anxiety, transitions, and struggles in different situations. I enjoy helping parents use strategies to best help their children.
(319) 220-5548 View (319) 220-5548
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Brad Virkler
Counselor, MA, tLMHC
1 Endorsed
Tiffin, IA 52340
I believe that counseling is a process whereby a client voluntarily seeks to resolve interpersonal, emotional, and/or spiritual difficulties with the assistance of another caring individual. I will seek to empower you to make changes for the betterment of your life through a wellness model. I will do my best to offer you the highest ethical standards of care, to listen empathically to you, to persist in hope, to believe in your restoration, and to avoid all forms of judgement. My goal is for you to develop fresh perspectives, to bolster your self confidence in your existing capabilities, and to form a feasible plan of action.
I believe that counseling is a process whereby a client voluntarily seeks to resolve interpersonal, emotional, and/or spiritual difficulties with the assistance of another caring individual. I will seek to empower you to make changes for the betterment of your life through a wellness model. I will do my best to offer you the highest ethical standards of care, to listen empathically to you, to persist in hope, to believe in your restoration, and to avoid all forms of judgement. My goal is for you to develop fresh perspectives, to bolster your self confidence in your existing capabilities, and to form a feasible plan of action.
(319) 318-2076 View (319) 318-2076
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Lisa Yeary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Serves Area
I have helped those with issues such as anger, anxiety, grief and trauma.
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
I have helped those with issues such as anger, anxiety, grief and trauma.
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
(319) 313-5225 View (319) 313-5225

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Kara Richard
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a therapist, I welcome you as you are. My passion is empowering young people on the path to flourishing and abundant life while honoring the family system and recognizing the value of healthy attachment. I have experience supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families, single mothers, and individuals in hospice care. I have also worked alongside adolescents through a youth-development curriculum designed to empower teens. I strive to help individuals break free from childhood trauma, toxic stress, and emotional neglect.
As a therapist, I welcome you as you are. My passion is empowering young people on the path to flourishing and abundant life while honoring the family system and recognizing the value of healthy attachment. I have experience supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families, single mothers, and individuals in hospice care. I have also worked alongside adolescents through a youth-development curriculum designed to empower teens. I strive to help individuals break free from childhood trauma, toxic stress, and emotional neglect.
(515) 738-3207 View (515) 738-3207
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Sally H Darley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Iowa City, IA 52240
Over time we accumulate losses that may not include the death of a loved one but still affect our sense of self: who am I now that this has happened to me?
I’m older and life-experienced. I have a Ph.D in English literature, so Narrative Therapy is a good fit: challenging self-limiting stories, in addition to the thoughts that give rise to feelings of inadequacy. I also use parts work. I think that laughter helps tremendously in the challenge of accepting the multitude of things we can’t control.
Over time we accumulate losses that may not include the death of a loved one but still affect our sense of self: who am I now that this has happened to me?
I’m older and life-experienced. I have a Ph.D in English literature, so Narrative Therapy is a good fit: challenging self-limiting stories, in addition to the thoughts that give rise to feelings of inadequacy. I also use parts work. I think that laughter helps tremendously in the challenge of accepting the multitude of things we can’t control.
(319) 214-7551 View (319) 214-7551
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Michele Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have experience working with neurodiversity, grief and loss, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I am a seasoned therapist who has developed deep empathic attunement, client centered presence and an ability to balance theory with human connection. I work psychodynamically and relationally, prioritizing the quality of the therapeutic alliance as the foundation of growth. Our collaborative relationship supports your needs and guides what we explore. My practice is deeply informed by a personal journey as a former monk and the years spent in a silent contemplative monastery. This experience cultivated a profound understanding of the inner emotional landscape, and the challenges met when we begin the journey of self- exploration.
I have experience working with neurodiversity, grief and loss, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I am a seasoned therapist who has developed deep empathic attunement, client centered presence and an ability to balance theory with human connection. I work psychodynamically and relationally, prioritizing the quality of the therapeutic alliance as the foundation of growth. Our collaborative relationship supports your needs and guides what we explore. My practice is deeply informed by a personal journey as a former monk and the years spent in a silent contemplative monastery. This experience cultivated a profound understanding of the inner emotional landscape, and the challenges met when we begin the journey of self- exploration.
(319) 271-1127 View (319) 271-1127
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Jaret M Morlan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Iowa City, IA 52245
I have experience working with diverse clients on a wide-range of concerns, that include grief and loss, anxiety, depression, substance use, family-of-origin concerns, interpersonal functioning, trauma, identity-based concerns, and sex/intimacy concerns.
I am client-focused and primarily utilize Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems Theory, Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness techniques and grief counseling. Services provided for couples include interpersonal functioning, sex and intimacy concerns, family conflict, and parental support.
I have experience working with diverse clients on a wide-range of concerns, that include grief and loss, anxiety, depression, substance use, family-of-origin concerns, interpersonal functioning, trauma, identity-based concerns, and sex/intimacy concerns.
I am client-focused and primarily utilize Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems Theory, Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness techniques and grief counseling. Services provided for couples include interpersonal functioning, sex and intimacy concerns, family conflict, and parental support.
(319) 552-5606 x4 View (319) 552-5606 x4
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Shannon Dameron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Online Only
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 29 years of experience providing therapy and coaching to individuals navigating life’s challenges. I support clients experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting struggles, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and the lasting effects of physical and emotional trauma. Many of the individuals I work with seek relief from emotional distress, greater clarity during times of transition, improved relationships, and a deeper sense of balance and fulfillment.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) with 29 years of experience providing therapy and coaching to individuals navigating life’s challenges. I support clients experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting struggles, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and the lasting effects of physical and emotional trauma. Many of the individuals I work with seek relief from emotional distress, greater clarity during times of transition, improved relationships, and a deeper sense of balance and fulfillment.
(319) 448-3052 View (319) 448-3052
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Stormy Jo Hinton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
I work with a variety of clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, or grief.
Do you feel heavy with life’s stressors or maybe you're realizing you have some deep-rooted issues from your past that need tending to? Do you avoid by stuffing your emotions down? Avoidance feels good in the moment but long term, it can impact our ability to function as it exacerbates our emotions and leads to things like anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal ideation, or even addiction. Having someone unbiased and safe to talk to can make a tremendous difference in our ability to cope and feel present for the beautiful things in life.
I work with a variety of clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, or grief.
Do you feel heavy with life’s stressors or maybe you're realizing you have some deep-rooted issues from your past that need tending to? Do you avoid by stuffing your emotions down? Avoidance feels good in the moment but long term, it can impact our ability to function as it exacerbates our emotions and leads to things like anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal ideation, or even addiction. Having someone unbiased and safe to talk to can make a tremendous difference in our ability to cope and feel present for the beautiful things in life.
(319) 500-4059 View (319) 500-4059
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Kate Zera Kray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you overcome with grief and wondering how you will (ever) recover from the death of a loved one; the loss of a job; a divorce; or your own decline in health?
Since 2000, I have provided support to countless children and adults at critical junctures. From anxiety, to life transitions, to chronic illness; my skillset is as varied as my experience in medical hospitals (10+ years), cancer wellness centers(15+ years), and social service agencies(4 years).
Are you overcome with grief and wondering how you will (ever) recover from the death of a loved one; the loss of a job; a divorce; or your own decline in health?
Since 2000, I have provided support to countless children and adults at critical junctures. From anxiety, to life transitions, to chronic illness; my skillset is as varied as my experience in medical hospitals (10+ years), cancer wellness centers(15+ years), and social service agencies(4 years).
(470) 598-3590 View (470) 598-3590
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Caleb Hess
Counselor, MA, LMHC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently accepting referrals for both in-person and telehealth sessions. My therapeutic approach integrates Jungian psychology, existential psychology, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Together, we will explore the underlying motivations of your actions, bring awareness to unconscious patterns that may be shaping your life, and create practical interventions to address unhealthy behaviors. Through this process, we work toward cultivating a healthier relationship with yourself and building the tools needed to live with greater clarity, purpose, and authenticity.
I am currently accepting referrals for both in-person and telehealth sessions. My therapeutic approach integrates Jungian psychology, existential psychology, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Together, we will explore the underlying motivations of your actions, bring awareness to unconscious patterns that may be shaping your life, and create practical interventions to address unhealthy behaviors. Through this process, we work toward cultivating a healthier relationship with yourself and building the tools needed to live with greater clarity, purpose, and authenticity.
(319) 214-7859 View (319) 214-7859
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C. J. Mobberley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
I love working with all different issues including adult ADHD, athletic performance, sexual education, stress, grief and loss, and many more.
Currently accepting evening and weekend appointments. Tired of going through all the different profiles? Message (text, call, or email) me for a free 15 minute online or phone call meeting. I'll be happy to answer any questions you might have while helping you get a feel for how I work. I have experience working with a wide range of issues from a diverse range of people. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and those in non-monogamous relationships.
I love working with all different issues including adult ADHD, athletic performance, sexual education, stress, grief and loss, and many more.
Currently accepting evening and weekend appointments. Tired of going through all the different profiles? Message (text, call, or email) me for a free 15 minute online or phone call meeting. I'll be happy to answer any questions you might have while helping you get a feel for how I work. I have experience working with a wide range of issues from a diverse range of people. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and those in non-monogamous relationships.
(760) 683-9863 View (760) 683-9863
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Bruce Douglas Williams
Counselor, MDiv, LMHC
Iowa City, IA 52245
My direct phone is 319-360-1582 My areas of special interest are grief counseling and helping those coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, spirituality , relationship issues, existential struggles, and recovery from domestic violence.
During their times of struggle and loss, I am able to be with people in a way that leaves them feeling understood and comforted. Therapy then focuses on making the new circumstances more manageable, while creating additional meaning and purpose. This often results in restoration of hope and more contentment.
My direct phone is 319-360-1582 My areas of special interest are grief counseling and helping those coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, spirituality , relationship issues, existential struggles, and recovery from domestic violence.
During their times of struggle and loss, I am able to be with people in a way that leaves them feeling understood and comforted. Therapy then focuses on making the new circumstances more manageable, while creating additional meaning and purpose. This often results in restoration of hope and more contentment.
(319) 220-0182 View (319) 220-0182
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Lydia Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Online Only
In addition to using evidence-based therapy models such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Solution-Focused therapy, I use my life experiences (such as adoption, grief, chronic illness) as an aid to relate and support clients.
In life we all go through a variety of changes as leaving behind old habits is tough, I get it. At times life changes are too much for us to handle alone and perhaps there is a need for extra support to work through managing the transition. Therapy provides a safe space for you to explore the uneasy feelings and teach you skills to cope. Together we will explore the uncomfortable to ease the transition into your new chapter in life. My goal is to support and empower you during your period of change.
In addition to using evidence-based therapy models such as Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Solution-Focused therapy, I use my life experiences (such as adoption, grief, chronic illness) as an aid to relate and support clients.
In life we all go through a variety of changes as leaving behind old habits is tough, I get it. At times life changes are too much for us to handle alone and perhaps there is a need for extra support to work through managing the transition. Therapy provides a safe space for you to explore the uneasy feelings and teach you skills to cope. Together we will explore the uncomfortable to ease the transition into your new chapter in life. My goal is to support and empower you during your period of change.
(319) 214-7808 View (319) 214-7808
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Kelson Warner
Counselor, PhD, tLMHC
1 Endorsed
Coralville, IA 52241
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief or loss, chronic pain, religious, physical, or emotional trauma, as well as individuals diagnosed with chronic and terminal health conditions.
I approach therapy through a person-centered lens. I believe that my client’s are the experts on their lives, and I work to meet them where they’re at, serving as an objective guide to healing or change. Each of us has the unique strengths within ourselves to find the healing or change we want to. Therapy is extremely individualized, and for this reason I have background and training experience in the application of therapeutic interventions from a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, narrative, acceptance and commitment, strengths-based, developmental, and humanistic.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief or loss, chronic pain, religious, physical, or emotional trauma, as well as individuals diagnosed with chronic and terminal health conditions.
I approach therapy through a person-centered lens. I believe that my client’s are the experts on their lives, and I work to meet them where they’re at, serving as an objective guide to healing or change. Each of us has the unique strengths within ourselves to find the healing or change we want to. Therapy is extremely individualized, and for this reason I have background and training experience in the application of therapeutic interventions from a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, narrative, acceptance and commitment, strengths-based, developmental, and humanistic.
(319) 766-6255 View (319) 766-6255
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Natalie Quinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
When depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or significant life transitions enter the picture, it can feel overwhelming.
As a Licensed Independent Social Worker, I specialize in providing support to adults navigating a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and life transitions. My approach focuses on empowering clients through education, insight and skill-building techniques aimed at reducing distress and cultivating effective coping strategies.
When depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or significant life transitions enter the picture, it can feel overwhelming.
As a Licensed Independent Social Worker, I specialize in providing support to adults navigating a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and life transitions. My approach focuses on empowering clients through education, insight and skill-building techniques aimed at reducing distress and cultivating effective coping strategies.
(319) 255-2493 View (319) 255-2493
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Richelle Massengale
Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
I specialize in helping clients struggling with chronic illness, grief and loss related to losing someone or major life changes, caregiver fatigue, end-of-life issues and related burnout.
I work from a holistic approach, meaning, in our time together, we will address your whole lifestyle and how it contributes to your wellbeing. We will look for things you can implement into your daily life that are healthy, add value, are small and easy to start.
I specialize in helping clients struggling with chronic illness, grief and loss related to losing someone or major life changes, caregiver fatigue, end-of-life issues and related burnout.
I work from a holistic approach, meaning, in our time together, we will address your whole lifestyle and how it contributes to your wellbeing. We will look for things you can implement into your daily life that are healthy, add value, are small and easy to start.
(515) 329-7107 View (515) 329-7107

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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.