Grief Therapists in Grand Rapids, MI
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Cheryl Ahrens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In my work with kids I focus on anxiety, depression, ADHD, sensory issues, school difficulties, problems with peers, behavioral issues, and
grief
.
Being a child in today’s changing world is not easy, and parenting our children through the struggles they are facing can make us feel inadequate, helpless, and unsure. How do we support our children navigating through anxiety, depression, school issues, troubles with peers,
grief
and
loss
...all complicated by the pandemic? Sometimes, kids and families need extra support, and there is no shame in seeking support and help for our kids as they journey through life. Quite the opposite...doing so can provide them with the tools and coping skills they need to in order to tackle whatever they are experiencing, now and in the future.

Desiree Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have assisted people from nearly every walk of life, embrace diversity, and have specialized training to work with veterans, people who have experienced trauma, and those dealing with chronic health issues,
death
, and
grief
.
As a licensed Masters level social worker with over 20 years of mental health experience, I have developed insights and strategies that can support people of nearly any age as they adjust to the challenges and changes that come with life. I strive to create a safe space where people can feel supported and acknowledged. I have experience with a broad variety of clinical techniques which enables me to truly help people experience personal growth.

Erin Cullum
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a person centered therapist specializing in
Grief
and
loss
, Anxiety, Chronic illness, and developmental trauma.
I approach therapy with a sense of curiosity and mindful intention. I honor the sacredness of the client-therapist relationship and invite you to explore your feelings in a safe, judgement-free environment. I believe therapy provides the ultimate venue for self- care and personal growth. I am passionate about utilizing creative techniques as a tool to healing and empowerment. I look forward to walking with you wherever you may be in your journey, encouraging you to listen to your inner wisdom, and working together to build the strengths and skills to live your best life.

Jacinta Glashower
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
Verified
Grief
and
loss
due to significant life changes; infertility, job transition, role transition, and/or
death
of a loved one.
Support, encouragement, and space to breathe. We all need these to get us through life. From the daily anxiety of tasks and relationships to deep trauma. It can feel suffocating. I would like to provide a safe place to heal and process. To hold onto hope when you are unable to have any. To lift you up in support of your goals for yourself and your relationships. I am ready to invest in you. My hope is for us to work together to identify what you need and to find ways to best meet those needs. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, preparation for marriage, post-traumatic stress, and
grief
.

Bradley Redeker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MDiv, APBCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am accepting limited new clients for appointment times (weekday evenings and weekends only). Are you going through a significant life event or change? Or are you ready to work through past distressing memories or traumatic events? Embarking on the therapeutic journey takes courage, as well as finding the right therapist. I specialize in helping those going through significant life events and discernment, individuals who experience depression, anxiety,
grief
, PTSD, as well as those who identify as LGBTQIA. So many presenting symptoms are actually trauma-related, and that is where healing can start.

Melanie Fuentes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with clients facing life stressors including anxiety,
grief
, PTSD, chronic medical illness, trauma, and depression. I believe therapy is a process and a journey. We will walk together on this journey and work to process thoughts, emotions and learn new ways of responding to life’s challenges. When we embrace our ability to feel and experience hard things, we learn self-love, empathy, and peace. I enjoy working with clients and developing a relationship by actively listening, advocating, and assisting in change through evidence based practices while providing a safe space for healing and growth.

Julie Ball
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Safety, trust and empathy is the foundation of our therapeutic relationship. These features eventually become part of the catalyst to your growth. As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, our work together entails deep conversation about your thoughts, feelings, experiences and life story. I lead with compassion, curiosity and deep respect. Never losing sight of the honor it is to walk alongside you on your journey. I enjoy working with people seeking to better understand themselves while struggling with; anxiety, trauma, life transitions, depression and relationship issues. I am particularly well versed in
grief
,
loss
,
death
and dying.
Not accepting new clients

Brianna Peczynski
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide a range of services including but not limited to: How to manage and cope with stress, anger, depression, anxiety, heartbreak, life transitions, parenting and family issues and college/education stress. As well as, how to process, work through and find healing after a
loss
. I love working with couples and helping them gain better problem-solving skills, have more meaningful communication, and to help them create a deeper emotional connection with each other. If preferred by the Client, I also offer faith-based therapy.

Danjuma Gibson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
Verified
You need a space "to call your own" where you can process your joys & concerns, or hopes & fears. You need to be able to do this without being judged, or pressured to conform to a predetermined social standard. I provide counseling & psychotherapy to individuals & couples that is client-focused, culturally sensitive, and contextually relevant to you. Whether you are dealing with depression or anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties,
grief
&
loss
, or poor self-worth, you will have your "own space" here. ALL are welcomed & affirmed in their unique personhood. With therapy, you can foster the courage to heal & live again.

Camille Knight
Counselor, LLPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Providing counseling and wellness services specializing in perinatal (including fertility, postpartum, and
loss
), women’s issues, and families via telehealth throughout Michigan.
The Holding Space Counseling and Wellness, LLC.
Waitlist for new clients

Joseph Hull
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I enjoy helping people understand their relationships, how they show up with people, how to connect with others, and how to handle conflict. I enjoy the sacred work of walking with those who have been through trauma, who have been hurt, or who need help grieving the
loss
of someone or something. I also enjoy helping men understand their emotions, their needs, and how to communicate and value them.
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Vicki Nelson Smeby, MA, LLP
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified
Verified
Recovery from anxiety, depression,
grief
, addictions, low self worth, adverse events (trauma), marital disconnection, pathological relationships and spiritual detours.
See VickiNelsonSmeby.com website. My clients set weekly goals to achieve their optimum mental health a little at a time. I highly recommend EMDR to desensitize strong emotions around adverse events and to build or rebuild self worth. We will make this an enjoyable process that you feel engaged in and look forward to. My clients amaze me with their determination and willingness to be vulnerable and to go the distance to grow, mature and experience full healing.

Cindy L Kimball
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, ACHP-SW
Verified
Verified
For over 30 years I have worked in West Michigan providing counseling, therapy, direction and supervision to adults and children. Each person's situation is unique and therefore requires a unique approach. In my counseling practice I emphasize building a trusting, safe, nonjudgmental and honest relationship with clients. Together we will identify issues, learn to understand them and find solutions to life's difficulties. I specialize in assisting individuals who are experiencing painful situations and need help managing life's most difficult events including depression, anxiety,
loss
, phobias, trauma, and chronic illness.

Keri Fulkerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is full of changes, difficult times and sometimes crisis that can require some extra help navigating. You are in the right place exploring professionals that can help during those times in life. Finding the right therapist, where trusting rapport is built, is an investment in yourself and your mental health. With nearly 20 years of social work experience, I am confident that together we can navigate through a variety of life’s trials including dealing with a significant
loss
, adjusting to a difficult transition, working through complicated situations and relationships, and improving your mindset and self-esteem.
Waitlist for new clients

Kelly Ahti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PMH-C
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have specialized training in play therapy, trauma interventions,
bereavement
, and perinatal mood disorders.
Life can be messy, it can catch us off guard. We can find ourselves treading water and the things that used to keep us afloat aren’t working quite so well. Old wounds can dull our spark. If we’re human, we’ve all been there. I work with children, teens, and adults who are experiencing anxiety and depression,
grief
due to a
death
or those anticipating a
loss
, a life threatening medical diagnosis, anaphylactic food allergies and accompanying stressors, trauma, and parents with perinatal mood disorders.

Sharon L. VanTuyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sharon has been providing mental health services for over two decades as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified
grief
counselor and trauma specialist. Her experience also includes working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and child abuse. Sharon's clinical expertise is working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, and individuals with disabilities. Sharon has been an advocate for individuals impacted by disabilities and their caregivers as a board member with Civitan of Lenawee and with the Hope Community Center.
Waitlist for new clients

Cindy L. Haner-Velzen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LLC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have healing tools for clients experiencing
Grief
and
Loss
.
I am dedicated to using my education, specialized training and extensive clinical expertise to guide clients in creating the life they desire and deserve to live. I am passionate about collaborating with clients and using evidenced based practices to increase healthy connections to self, life and others. Using Interactive Practices for Healing We, together, design a effective "blue print" for living which restores relationships, increases joy and decreases suffering.

Ashley Dykstra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I work with children, teens, adults, and families struggling with a variety of challenges. I have experience working with families and children pre and post-adoption. I have been trained as a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner specializing in supporting foster and adoptive families heal trauma through developing trust. Additionally, I have experience counseling individuals, families, and caregivers navigate terminal and chronic illnesses. I counsel caregivers and families through anticipatory
grief
as well as after the
loss
of a loved one. Trauma, anxiety, and depression are additional areas of focus.

Benjamin Reisterer
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Are you feeling stuck? Perhaps you're grieving a
loss
, feeling hopeless, wrestling with the effects of traumatic experiences, frozen by anxiety, or boxed in by shame. If this resonates with you, please know that you are not alone. Unraveling your story in the context of a therapeutic relationship can often be the experience needed to move forward. Being met right where you are by a safe, curious, and experienced therapist can restore hope, cultivate insight, heal wounds, build positive momentum, and lead to lasting transformation.

Amber Roberti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
I have over 12 years of experience working with a range of issues, including
grief
,
loss
, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and anxiety.
It takes real courage for you to be here. Perhaps, you feel like you're stuck and you don't know what else to do. You keep trying to fix things on your own, but they aren't getting any better. Experiencing personal struggles, relationship difficulties, life changes, or significant trauma can change who we are and how we see the world. We later feel anxiety, pain, sorrow, fear, self-doubt, guilt, or shame.
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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.