Grief Therapists in Livonia, MI
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Phyllis J Scripsick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LBSW, EMDR, Trained
Verified
Verified
Speciality focus:
Grief
, Trauma, PTSD, Long-term illnesses/Terminal illnesses, life transitions, and self-worth issues, depression.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and earned my master's degree in counseling from Eastern Michigan University. I have 20+ years of experience working with diverse populations within the human service field. I offer a person-centered approach when helping people cope with
grief
, trauma, long-term/terminal illnesses, life transitions, and self-worth issues. I consider myself to be an EMDR Therapist instead of viewing EMDR as a tool.
Branches Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCAC, CCTP, CCATP, MAC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
PREFERRED PROVIDER for all Livonia Police, Fire, & City Employees (EAP). At Branches, you will find expert therapists, a sliding fee scale, & evening hours. Our practice holds the belief that each individual brings valuable & unique contributions to the therapeutic process so that your therapy is always tailored to meet your individual needs. Our therapists have expertise in Anxiety, Trauma,
Grief
& Integrative Medicine. Our experienced therapists are State Board Certified and are trained to walk with you through the struggle to a solution that works best for you. Take time for you and experience the healing that you deserve.
Not accepting new clients
Carol Ann McConnell
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have a heart for providing a compassionate, helping hand to walk with clients through deep pain, disorienting life circumstances, and discouraging views of themselves. I have experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression,
grief
/
loss
, trauma, post-traumatic stress, life transitions, faith issues, and relationship issues. I use an integrative, individualized approach to aid clients in gaining insight about themselves and taking steps toward a more fulfilling, free, and whole-hearted life.
Rick Guttersohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified
Verified
My top priority is offering the safety and support you need to express the painful thoughts and feelings associated with your
loss
or stressful life transition.
Asking for help can be incredibly difficult, but I'd like to help change that. For years, my personal mission has been to bring hope to those who are hurting. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, trapped, helpless or lost after a
loss
? Or maybe you feel anxious, angry, ashamed, stressed, or depressed while navigating a difficult life transition. You don’t have to navigate these feelings alone. I have years of experience guiding people through
grief
and
loss
through individual therapy, facilitating support groups, developing
bereavement
programs, and speaking at seminars, trainings, and events throughout Southeastern Michigan.
Dawn M Fisher
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have over 20 years experience training/assisting others through talk therapy and energy work to address issues of depression/anxiety, to cope with life changes or move through
grief
.
Life is challenging and as it unfolds, there may be times you find yourself feeling overwhelmed and struggling with sadness, anxious feelings or anger. You might even question if you will ever feel better. Truth is, we are SO much more than the issues we face. Therapy is time reserved just for you to be heard and supported as you face life's challenges and continuing moving forward.
Sue Start
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCM
Verified
Verified
Anxiety, Depression,
Grief
and
Loss
, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Relationships and Women’s issues.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor serving who adults. It is my personal mission to offer an empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental approach to work through life’s transitions. While providing coping skills and strategies to improve the overall quality of your personal life . I hope to help you navigate and explore and develop personal goals. As well as help to identify your unique talents and gifts to guide you through life’s struggles. Utilizing a strength-based and solution-based approach in a collaborative manner, utilizing mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral techniques.
Psychotherapy & Counseling Services, P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BSW
Verified
Verified
My mission is to help clients learn new strategies for coping with
grief
, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues and provide them with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which helps people identify their distressing thoughts and evaluate how realistic the thoughts are. Through CBT, clients can learn to change their distorted thinking. When they think more realistically, they can begin to feel better. The emphasis is also consistently on solving problems and initiating behavioral changes. My experience includes in-patient and out-patient psychiatry, community mental health, schools, and courts with a diverse range of people.
Bettie Williams
Counselor, LPC, TLLP, DTLLP
Verified
Verified
Grief
is devastating: divorce, pet
loss
,
death
, job
loss
, caregiver, end of life, financial problems, bankruptcy, relationship
loss
, empty nest, etc.
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), I believe in a client-centered approach with a holistic framework (Individual & Group Therapy). I also do testing, please call for info.
Grief
, PTSD,
loss
, end of life, anxiety, depression, illness, &
death
are all specialties. Trauma &
grief
manifest in many different forms & everyone reacts and responds differently. I respect everyone without judgment & honor each person for their own beliefs. I walk with you through the healing process at your speed, as your journey partner. I'm a Christian Therapist who understands your spiritual walk & everyone is welcomed regardless of beliefs.
Christine Carrothers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have served clients on various issues including anxiety,
grief
and
loss
, gender identity, attachment, depression, child abuse and domestic abuse, race, women’s health, and relationship issues.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a trauma informed perspective to gain healing and wellness. My focus for providing quality care is to establish a safe space for clients to do their best work at learning self care, positive self image, and safe boundaries. I utilize an eclectic approach with clients, helping them pursue the right care for their needs.
Amanda Kopp
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My other clinical interests include Depression, Anxiety,
Grief
/
Loss
, Relationship Struggles, and Adjustments to Changes.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will understand behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Meeting The Need Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified
Verified
I provide individual, marriage and family counseling to youth and adults experiencing problems with, but not limited to, anxiety, depression,
grief
, sexual abuse, infidelity, behavioral issues.
I take a holistic approach to counseling, evaluating the whole person from both their inner and outer characteristics. I believe both clinical and the spiritual dynamics of therapy go hand and hand, working in conjunction one with the other, it is from this idea that my therapeutic approach derives. I understand everyone may not share this idea or have this understanding, I will provide effective therapy to each case according to its uniqueness and needs. I seek to provide service with clinical professional competence, through a spirit of acceptance, empathy, compassion and respect for those I service.
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Bria Simone Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LLC, SCL
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
For 5 years, I've worked with clients experiencing trauma,
grief
, depression, anxiety, and various forms of abuse and neglect (sexual, physical, mental etc).
Life affects us all in a variety of ways, but it’s how we respond to those experiences that determine the type of person we are. Some of those experiences can be painful and traumatic. Truthfully, healing is painful as well, but what is most detrimental is holding on to that pain and trauma. Taking a step in your healing process takes courage. Being here on this page, shows that you’re taking that step towards internal peace and healing. Your experiences contribute to the layers of who you are, however, those layers don't have to become walls and they don't have to linger on in your everyday existence.
Waitlist for new clients
Cheyenne Brooks
Counselor, LLC, ATR-P
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The most important part of this experience is that you are provided with an environment consisting of empathy, unconditional support and utmost respect, so that you are able to achieve your therapeutic goals. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults alike in areas of trauma,
grief
and
loss
, anxiety and depression, sexuality and relationships, as well as self-esteem and self-identity. My goal is to empower you to make the decisions you feel are right for you, as I truly believe that you are the expert on your own life.
Not accepting new clients
Manda Harp
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Your journey is too short to get stuck at bumps and trenches along the way – whether these obstacles are relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, or
grief
.
Most of us coast through life worrying about our destination, but we forget the journey is the most important! Your experiences can help shape your outlook for your present and future – whether for better or for worse. We are all human jigsaw puzzles in a way, where we are shaped by our experiences, relationships, struggles, and joys. And because of this, we can sometimes carry parts of ourselves and our experiences into our futures, where we may feel down, purposeless, or stuck in a spiral. I am here for you, to help guide you off the “beaten path” towards your journey to self-peace so that you can continue to grow and flourish!
Rachel Harkness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with folks managing life milestone concerns, anxiety, depression & feeling stuck, relationship & familial distress, trauma, self-esteem challenges, peer & academic related stress, identity concerns,
grief
&
loss
, ADHD, disordered eating, cancer & chronic illness, and career/occupational stress.
My approach comes with an understanding that people are multifaceted. When challenges arise, there is no cookie-cutter fix for the situation you may be facing as you are unique, and your therapy should be tailored to your needs. Talking about difficult matters can be hard, but it can be a little easier when you know you have someone you can trust to discuss them with. I come to sessions with the goal of being supportive, resourceful, authentic, and empathetic since building rapport is crucial to the therapeutic alliance.
Not accepting new clients
Melissa Benedict
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I have been providing services to children, adolescents, and families since 2009. I have years of experience working with people from all different backgrounds, and most commonly I work with issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem,
grief
and
loss
, career issues, and much more. I have an integrative counseling style that incorporates elements from Strength-based Solution-focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Julie Meredith Davis
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
As I think about how change occurs for a person, I am struck by the recognition that life is full of opportunities for change, for individual growth. Sometimes these opportunities are not clear to the person because the trauma, personal or relational difficulty, fear, depression, or anxiety being experienced can be so overwhelming that one's ability to take action is clouded. In my work, I have become very mindful of the resiliency of the human spirit. I have witnessed this resiliency in times of trauma, pain, and
loss
. My goal is to provide you with a safe space to address your concerns.
Waitlist for new clients
Megan Morris
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My goal is to focus on creating a supportive, understanding, and collaborative environment to aid my clients in developing and reaching his or her therapeutic goals. I have spent significant time with college-aged students helping to cope with the stress of life transitions, school, and other anxieties of daily life. I also have experience with depression, trauma,
grief
, and emotional regulation, and have a unique interest in aiding clients with sports related difficulties.
Selwyn Swanston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have a particularly broad range of experience in working with persons experiencing the following problems: depression, anxiety, anger management, intimate relationship conflicts, family conflicts, stress management,
grief
and
loss
, work place conflict, disability and substance abuse.
Welcome! My name is Selwyn Swanston and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 35 years of experience working in therapeutic settings. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I offer a warm, relaxing, caring, and non-judgmental approach to counseling. This approach fosters trust and motivates my clients to strive to achieve the goals they have in mind for themselves.
Angie Pecsenye
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I counsel adults with severe and persistent mental illness, bi-polar disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues,
grief
and
loss
, women's issues, self-esteem building and career counseling utilizing cognitive behavioral skills.
I received my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan with a double major in Psychology and Sociology and Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Wayne State University. I use a Person-Centered approach and pride myself on being down to earth and easy to talk to in what I refer to as my "judgment free zone". I understand how hard it can be to open up to a stranger with very personal issues. I believe I have a natural ability to make my clients feel comfortable and safe while supporting them to have the courage to share their story with me. I have over 14 years of counseling experience in a wide variety of areas.
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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.