Grief Therapists in Kansas City, MO

It can be difficult to gain the support we need to face life's many challenges. Many husbands and fathers are lonely, stressed, or confused about their relationships. The role of mother caring for children or daughter for an elderly parent can feel relentless. Perhaps you have pain you've pushed away for many years making you feel trapped or lost. Counseling can provide the opportunity to safely discuss and express the things we do not or cannot share in our day to day lives. I utilize an interpersonal and solutions focused approach to help unpack your struggles, process your pain, and build practical strategies to move forward.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Grief Counselor in Kansas and Missouri. I started Transitions Psychotherapy and End-of-Life Doula services after breast cancer turned my life upside down. The existential crisis brought on by a serious physical health diagnosis can create depression, anxiety, isolation, hopelessness, relationship concerns, and difficulty finding meaning and purpose. Emotional healing is possible and you deserve support as you navigate this new version of yourself.

Hello there, I’m Gabrielle! Managing the demands of life while dealing with private pain and suffering can be really tough. There can be a sense of ‘Where do I even begin?’ I would love the opportunity to begin right where you are. You may find me appropriate if you are seeking emotional resilience, self-acceptance, or harmony in your relationships. My primary area of focus is with adults and couples impacted by life transitions, trauma, grief , or addiction.

I’m the person you want to see when you are ready to be challenged, encouraged, and guided through your life story. I’m someone who understands why we behave the way we do, and that these behaviors are learned and adaptive. There is nothing wrong with you, and I am here to challenge your thoughts against this. I genuinely enjoy working with clients who have found themselves in a place they didn't think they would be. I will walk you through what is happening in your life, not around it. I help my clients learn who they are, navigate their own needs and desires, and learn how to walk through life with compassion for themselves.

I am truly passionate about helping others. I have worked with individuals of all ages and which families in a variety of contexts for over 14 years in Kansas and Missouri. I strongly believe that each of us are born with our own inner strength that will enable us to facing our personal struggles in life. My primary goal is to help clients reconnect with that inner strength, while assisting them to grow and to heal in a safe and supportive environment.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you want to find solutions leading to greater peace of mind and contentment? I provide you a compassionate, safe environment to speak freely about your unique situation. Although we can address together any life issue, my specialties include couples counseling, premarital preparation for marriage, caregiver stress, and grief therapy. I can also teach you mindfulness techniques to handle daily stress and bring clarity of thought. Having studied world religions, I can help you use your religious and spiritual beliefs to facilitate your life journey, regardless of your path. Sessions are available daytime, evenings, and Saturdays.

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to see if I could be a good fit for your journey. I am passionate about supporting clients who are seeking to process through their experiences and seek new insight into their lives. I work with young children through young adult and adult. My nonjudgmental approach comes from my belief that every person has worth even when you might struggle to see that in yourself. My role is to be here to help empower you along your path.

I provide individual, couples' and family counseling, and help others live up to their potential by discovering a sense of purpose and wellness wherever they are in life.

I am a licensed psychologist who provides general therapy services to adult individuals. My approach to therapy is both humanistic and collaborative. I strive to create an atmosphere of acceptance, warmth, safety, and caring in my practice.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and grief recovery specialist focusing on grief and loss , chronic illness and cancer, depression, and anxiety. I welcome adults from any racial and ethnic background, all sexual orientations, and gender expansive folx.

My clients generally reach out for help when struggling with an adjustment, a loss , or a relationship that has problems. I most often see women, during pregnancy or postpartum, or at other times of crisis or difficulty during their lives. The relationship that I form with my clients is the most important aspect of the therapy, as it is the trust and emotional safety that is the foundation for the work we will do. It is within that therapeutic relationship that a deeper understanding of oneself and change can occur.

I specialize in three kinds of clients - men and women who feel hopeless to let go of pornography, men who struggle to express their thoughts/feelings, and individuals learning to live with the death or loss of a loved one. As a person who has experienced all of the above struggles personally, I have a unique perspective and the tools to help you move forward. Whether you are exhausted with trying to will yourself to stop, unsure how to communicate what you're thinking and feeling, or struggling to find a way through the tunnel of grief , I would be more than happy to walk along side of you.

Problems overwhelming you? Ready to take action and make changes within a confidential, supportive environment? I've helped people with relationship issues; bereavement issues; job problems; substance abuse; traumatic events; stress and anxiety; women's issues; improving communication skills. I believe we gain new insights when we are able to look at our problems and lives through a different perspective. My goal is to teach clients new ways of perceiving the problem, healthy coping skills for responding to the problem, and healthy attitudes and communication skills for working with partners, families or work environments.

My heart and passion has always been with helping others. I have knowledge in working with individuals, couples, and families facing life's challenges. I am skilled at assisting people with work stress, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic loss through accident or violence. Many types of stress can move silently but painfully through our lives, I have the knowledge to introduce healthy coping skills, reduction of anxiety, and conflict resolution. During these times knowing who we are, caring for ourselves and others is more important than ever. I'm here for those living the daily effects of racial trauma.

I believe you have taken the first step of your journey toward healing by seeking a therapist. By using an empowerment and strength-based approach, I guide others in utilizing their own strengths and assets to resolve and heal their struggles and improve the quality of their life, in addition to living a more fulfilled life. It is very important for you, as the client, to feel comfortable with your therapist so that honesty and rapport can be built. I look forward to working with you.