Grief Therapists in Montgomery County, MS

I am a Blue Cross Blue Shield provider, and I aim to serve those who are hurting and struggling in their lives. I have a heart to help people of all ages who want counseling for their marriages, families, individuals, or children.
I am a Blue Cross Blue Shield provider, and I aim to serve those who are hurting and struggling in their lives. I have a heart to help people of all ages who want counseling for their marriages, families, individuals, or children.

My strengths as a counselor include my ability to be authentic, share warmth, cultivate wisdom, and build connections. My therapeutic lens is person centered, existential, and behavioral; I can speak with insight and clarity to your essential questions about who you have been, who you are, and what you should do. I seek to partner with you in a process of discovery and productive therapeutic work. I find that sometimes the most important counseling goals emerge as sessions get underway and trust and rapport are built. The most important goals may be surprising and even liberating.
My strengths as a counselor include my ability to be authentic, share warmth, cultivate wisdom, and build connections. My therapeutic lens is person centered, existential, and behavioral; I can speak with insight and clarity to your essential questions about who you have been, who you are, and what you should do. I seek to partner with you in a process of discovery and productive therapeutic work. I find that sometimes the most important counseling goals emerge as sessions get underway and trust and rapport are built. The most important goals may be surprising and even liberating.
Online Therapists

Dr. Ranarda Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39157
In practice, focus is placed on individuals with personality disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, ODD, DMDD and relationship challenges.
With a person-centered approach to treatment, the key to healing is acceptance. With appropriate engagement and the application of learned coping skills your goals are achievable.
In practice, focus is placed on individuals with personality disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, ODD, DMDD and relationship challenges.
With a person-centered approach to treatment, the key to healing is acceptance. With appropriate engagement and the application of learned coping skills your goals are achievable.

Kaitlyn Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, P-LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbus, MS 39705
My specialties are Anxiety, Adults, College Students/Young Professionals, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, and Trauma.
Welcome! I'm thrilled to embark on this counseling journey with you. As a dedicated and compassionate counselor, my goal is to provide you with a safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space where we can explore your unique experiences and work toward positive change. Drawing from evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I strive to tailor our sessions to your individual needs, empowering you to navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strengths. Together, we'll foster personal growth, cultivate resilience, and develop effective coping strategies.
My specialties are Anxiety, Adults, College Students/Young Professionals, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, and Trauma.
Welcome! I'm thrilled to embark on this counseling journey with you. As a dedicated and compassionate counselor, my goal is to provide you with a safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space where we can explore your unique experiences and work toward positive change. Drawing from evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I strive to tailor our sessions to your individual needs, empowering you to navigate life's challenges and discover your inner strengths. Together, we'll foster personal growth, cultivate resilience, and develop effective coping strategies.

Lakeitha M Gray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I provide therapy to individuals, families, geriatric, small groups, LGBTQIA, and people of color struggling with historical trauma, PTSD, medical diagnosis, depressed moods, anxiety, grief, desiring personal growth, divorce, single parenting, blended families, break-ups, shame, and humiliation.
I'm a Holistic Therapist that addresses the mind, body, and spirit.
I provide therapy to individuals, families, geriatric, small groups, LGBTQIA, and people of color struggling with historical trauma, PTSD, medical diagnosis, depressed moods, anxiety, grief, desiring personal growth, divorce, single parenting, blended families, break-ups, shame, and humiliation.
I'm a Holistic Therapist that addresses the mind, body, and spirit.

I have been in the mental health field for over 14 years and has worked with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, life transition and many more diagnosis.
During our initial session I will get to learn my great things about you and build rapport from you at time time. I will ask a variety of questions to see how I can assist you and who your are.
I have been in the mental health field for over 14 years and has worked with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, life transition and many more diagnosis.
During our initial session I will get to learn my great things about you and build rapport from you at time time. I will ask a variety of questions to see how I can assist you and who your are.

I am passionate about providing grief counseling and connecting families with support groups and resources to navigate the dying process.
I am a seasoned mental health professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical social work and therapy. As an LCSW, I hold an MSW, a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a Specialist in Education (Psychometry Ed.S.) from Jackson State. My dedication to the field is fueled by a passion for transformative impact.
I am passionate about providing grief counseling and connecting families with support groups and resources to navigate the dying process.
I am a seasoned mental health professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical social work and therapy. As an LCSW, I hold an MSW, a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a Specialist in Education (Psychometry Ed.S.) from Jackson State. My dedication to the field is fueled by a passion for transformative impact.

I help individuals working through anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, shame, men's issues, and relationship challenges.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed by life's challenges? Fears and doubts can trap us in our minds, making change feel impossible. Therapy provides a safe space to share your thoughts with a compassionate guide. Together, we'll gain fresh perspective and strategies to move forward with purpose. For those struggling with vulnerability and shame, therapy offers a supportive environment to process emotions, build resilience, and embrace change. You don't have to confront uncertainty alone - therapy empowers you to find clarity and thrive. Take the first step today.
I help individuals working through anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, shame, men's issues, and relationship challenges.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed by life's challenges? Fears and doubts can trap us in our minds, making change feel impossible. Therapy provides a safe space to share your thoughts with a compassionate guide. Together, we'll gain fresh perspective and strategies to move forward with purpose. For those struggling with vulnerability and shame, therapy offers a supportive environment to process emotions, build resilience, and embrace change. You don't have to confront uncertainty alone - therapy empowers you to find clarity and thrive. Take the first step today.

Danielle Lowther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flowood, MS 39232
Or is this season marked by grief, suffering, or confusion?
I work primarily with women as they navigate life transitions, motherhood, relationships, and past trauma that has resulted in increased anxiety and depression. I am trained in EMDR, and I am a Certified Yoga Instructor. I value holistic approaches that incorporate the mind and body.
Or is this season marked by grief, suffering, or confusion?
I work primarily with women as they navigate life transitions, motherhood, relationships, and past trauma that has resulted in increased anxiety and depression. I am trained in EMDR, and I am a Certified Yoga Instructor. I value holistic approaches that incorporate the mind and body.

However, broken promises, lost love, abandonment, endless conflict, lack of trust, addictions, loss of intimacy, anger and avoidance all create fear, pain, rejection and loneliness.
WCG is Terri Wright, Amy Brownlee, Brenda Wimberly, Jamie Taylor and Faith McCarty. We see both individuals and couples with training in The Gottman Method for Couples and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). We can assist with Individual issues, Pre-martial and Couples, Parenting or Family Problems. Each counselor also has other specialized training.
However, broken promises, lost love, abandonment, endless conflict, lack of trust, addictions, loss of intimacy, anger and avoidance all create fear, pain, rejection and loneliness.
WCG is Terri Wright, Amy Brownlee, Brenda Wimberly, Jamie Taylor and Faith McCarty. We see both individuals and couples with training in The Gottman Method for Couples and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). We can assist with Individual issues, Pre-martial and Couples, Parenting or Family Problems. Each counselor also has other specialized training.

My main areas of interest and experience are women's issues, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders and complicated grief and loss issu
I have worked in the mental health community as a licensed therapist since 2007. I am experienced in assessment, individual, family and marital counseling. My main areas of interest and experience are women's issues, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders and complicated grief and loss issues.
My main areas of interest and experience are women's issues, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders and complicated grief and loss issu
I have worked in the mental health community as a licensed therapist since 2007. I am experienced in assessment, individual, family and marital counseling. My main areas of interest and experience are women's issues, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders and complicated grief and loss issues.

I have a colorful resume that has deeply influenced my ability to connect and relate to my clients that present with a multitude of backgrounds and dilemmas such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, bereavement, and trauma.
I utilize a person-centered approach and practice various evidence-based techniques such as, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solutions Focused Therapy. I work with adults and offer online, telehealth sessions only.
I have a colorful resume that has deeply influenced my ability to connect and relate to my clients that present with a multitude of backgrounds and dilemmas such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, bereavement, and trauma.
I utilize a person-centered approach and practice various evidence-based techniques such as, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solutions Focused Therapy. I work with adults and offer online, telehealth sessions only.

Cynthia Letrice McCrary
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Starkville, MS 39759
Waitlist for new clients
My focus as a therapist is to provide a warm and safe space where clients can be vulnerable and find hope in the midst of the challenges they are facing. I believe that change is possible when individuals are ready to do the necessary work. I have experience working with clients facing issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, infertility, pregnancy loss, life transitions, trauma, and more. I utilize a variety of counseling approaches to help clients reach their goals. If you are ready to begin your journey to healing and wellness, then email me today.
My focus as a therapist is to provide a warm and safe space where clients can be vulnerable and find hope in the midst of the challenges they are facing. I believe that change is possible when individuals are ready to do the necessary work. I have experience working with clients facing issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, infertility, pregnancy loss, life transitions, trauma, and more. I utilize a variety of counseling approaches to help clients reach their goals. If you are ready to begin your journey to healing and wellness, then email me today.

Liria Peshkepia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Tupelo, MS 38804
My past work experience has focused on the issues of grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and behavioral issues.
I believe in the inherent potentiality of all clients to achieve self-awareness, growth and healing. My intent in therapy is to meet clients where they are, provide an environment of acceptance and support, and use an engaged integrative model of therapy to allow for the client’s particular needs.
My past work experience has focused on the issues of grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and behavioral issues.
I believe in the inherent potentiality of all clients to achieve self-awareness, growth and healing. My intent in therapy is to meet clients where they are, provide an environment of acceptance and support, and use an engaged integrative model of therapy to allow for the client’s particular needs.

Kahne Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCMHT, NCC, THTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgeland, MS 39157
To empower more efficacious approaches to life’s many challenges: relationships, grief, trauma, work, stress, mental health issues, etc.
We all hit "bad patches" in life. Helping people move through and beyond them is what counselors do. Custom Counseling, LLC - (CCLLC) offers holistic, strength - wellness based approaches to mental health, life transitions and other self-care needs. CARE philosophy: Life’s “bad patches” often serve as catalysts for interpersonal self-care, growth, and proactive change. “Bad patches” don’t have to define us; they can challenge us to reassess, adapt, and acquire new perspectives and adaptive skills, for healthier processing, growth, & grounding. Your BEST self awaits. Your BEST life is YOURS to create. Change starts here… at CCLLC.
To empower more efficacious approaches to life’s many challenges: relationships, grief, trauma, work, stress, mental health issues, etc.
We all hit "bad patches" in life. Helping people move through and beyond them is what counselors do. Custom Counseling, LLC - (CCLLC) offers holistic, strength - wellness based approaches to mental health, life transitions and other self-care needs. CARE philosophy: Life’s “bad patches” often serve as catalysts for interpersonal self-care, growth, and proactive change. “Bad patches” don’t have to define us; they can challenge us to reassess, adapt, and acquire new perspectives and adaptive skills, for healthier processing, growth, & grounding. Your BEST self awaits. Your BEST life is YOURS to create. Change starts here… at CCLLC.

New Directions Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
At New Directions Counseling Center we have licensed therapists with a variety of skills including: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Grief Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
At New Directions Counseling Center our focus is to create a therapeutic environment for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples to explore new directions and create positive changes in their lives. We believe in identifying and utilizing personal strengths in order to overcome obstacles and develop emotional, behavioral, and physical well-being.
At New Directions Counseling Center we have licensed therapists with a variety of skills including: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Grief Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
At New Directions Counseling Center our focus is to create a therapeutic environment for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples to explore new directions and create positive changes in their lives. We believe in identifying and utilizing personal strengths in order to overcome obstacles and develop emotional, behavioral, and physical well-being.

Solutions Counseling, Coaching, & Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ridgeland, MS 39158
My specialities include, grief counseling, relationship management, crisis counseling & working with individuals who have chronic illness and pain.
I believe that everyone has a right to a healthy state of well-being, physically, mentally, and spiritually, but these things often go neglected in our everyday lives and aren't usually brought to the light until we experience a crisis or life-changing event. I'm dedicated to helping support you through your challenges by helping you to identify tools you can use to reach your goals. My mission is to empower, strengthen and inspire you to move to a greater, more functional life despite your challenging circumstances.
My specialities include, grief counseling, relationship management, crisis counseling & working with individuals who have chronic illness and pain.
I believe that everyone has a right to a healthy state of well-being, physically, mentally, and spiritually, but these things often go neglected in our everyday lives and aren't usually brought to the light until we experience a crisis or life-changing event. I'm dedicated to helping support you through your challenges by helping you to identify tools you can use to reach your goals. My mission is to empower, strengthen and inspire you to move to a greater, more functional life despite your challenging circumstances.

Dr. Kristina Marie Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CMHT
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have diagnosed and treated various mental health issues, including depression, stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, anger management, ODD, and ADHD.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified mental health therapist in the state of Mississippi with over 14.5 years of experience in the field of behavioral/mental health with 12 of those years as a counselor/psychotherapist.
I have diagnosed and treated various mental health issues, including depression, stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, anger management, ODD, and ADHD.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified mental health therapist in the state of Mississippi with over 14.5 years of experience in the field of behavioral/mental health with 12 of those years as a counselor/psychotherapist.

I am at my best when helping people work through issues associated with grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, as well as marriage and relationship struggles.
My practice integrates the skills I learned in pastoral ministry with research-based therapeutic techniques from my pursuit of a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health. I work with individuals and couples to help them overcome obstacles, repair their relationships, and shape their story as they move on to the next chapter.
I am at my best when helping people work through issues associated with grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, as well as marriage and relationship struggles.
My practice integrates the skills I learned in pastoral ministry with research-based therapeutic techniques from my pursuit of a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health. I work with individuals and couples to help them overcome obstacles, repair their relationships, and shape their story as they move on to the next chapter.

We specialize in psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, chronic pain, stress, and bereavement, as well as many other psychological difficulties.
Providing clients with the most effective, scientifically supported treatment and testing solutions is our mission. Working together with our clients to realize their mental health goals is our passion. Courteous confidentiality is our guarantee.
We specialize in psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, chronic pain, stress, and bereavement, as well as many other psychological difficulties.
Providing clients with the most effective, scientifically supported treatment and testing solutions is our mission. Working together with our clients to realize their mental health goals is our passion. Courteous confidentiality is our guarantee.
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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.