Grief Therapists in Charlotte, NC

Are you going through a difficult time? Feeling overwhelmed by feelings of sadness, anxiety, grief , or frustration? Do you feel like your work, school, or relationships are suffering due to life's stressors? There is hope and I can help. You do not have to work through this alone. You do not have to feel like your feelings of anxiety, grief , sadness, frustration, or pain is keeping you from living the life you deserve. You do not have to continue struggling to get out of bed to face life.

At some point in many people's lives, they experience life-shattering events, where their world just seems to fall apart. They experience loss of meaning and often feel isolated in their pain. Depression and/or anxiety paralyze them and they don't know how integrate what has happened into their life story. Sometimes current losses seem to pull up past losses and people find that they are not only dealing with the present but also prior history. They long for someone who has the patience and understanding to hear their story and help them find the path toward hope and healing.

Art therapy is instrumental in helping those who have a hard time expressing verbally what is going on. It can hep those who find their feelings or thoughts confusing, or overwhelming. Art therapy can help If you are suffering from PTSD symptoms such as nightmares and flashbacks. You do not have to be an "artist" to be in art therapy or be skilled in art making. Art making brings about in a safe way difficult stories or events, unspoken feelings, inner reflections, and identity exploration. My goal is to help clients connect to themselves, find joy, and manage difficult emotions better. I can also provide therapy in spanish.

My ideal client is one that feels primarily suffering with Grief . I am an honest good listener incorporating theories through a path of healing. I have a passion in helping those through a journey towards healing through this Covid19 conditions. I am here for you in providing you with therapy if suffering through obsessive compulsions, Panic disorders, intrusive thoughts, PTSD, hopelessness, social isolation, trauma, grief and anxiety/depression. . If you are broken and think there is no light at the end of the tunnel then you are wrong. I offer sessions in person, by Skype or via phone.

Taking the first step toward healing isn't always easy or simple. It would be an honor to assist you in discovering your unique strengths from the experiences that have led you here today, and how to harness those strengths for creating a better future. There is always hope. Contact me today to begin reconnecting with your authentic self.

In our ever more complicated, stressed out world we sometimes feel lost, alone and not clear about why life isn't working they way we planned. At these times it is helpful to have a guide to point the way and teach us life affirming skills that can brighten our path. Learning to cope with anger, depression, grief , betrayal, and resentment can be a burden lifted. Let me help you find Life in the Midst of Living. Learn to WAG MORE, BARK LESS!

I have worked for several decades with individuals, couple's and families who have struggled with personal, relational, marital and family issues. I guess that qualifies me as a "seasoned" therapist. Among the many issues that clients have brought to their work with me are acute and chronic anxiety, depression, grief and loss , relationship issues and longing for personal growth. I have extensive experience in dealing with marital and couple's problems. As a survivor or child loss , I have particular expertise is working with bereaved parents.

I believe that persons seeking counseling for any reason are asking themselves, “Who am I?” Professional counseling helps you return to the authentic self that you were born with before life experiences pulled you away from it. My two-pronged job is to provide you with support and challenge to help you clear away the confusion and to find your authentic self again. Therefore, I ask you to bring to our sessions the thing that is generating the most energy for you that day; the good, the bad, and the ugly. It may not seem to apply to the reason that you started therapy, but it will. Because everything matters.

BC-TMH | Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider* Life is sometimes very challenging. I provide a confidential, safe, trusting, and knowledgeable psychotherapeutic environment enabling individuals, couples, groups, and families to engage in supportive and professional transformational conversations designed to help address issues relating to these challenges faced on life's journey. I am here to walk this healing journey with you...... Extensive work with grief , anxiety, women in recovery, and various levels of couples work. I work with families in conflict to include parent/youth (teen) conflict.

Are you struggling with excessive and intrusive worrying that disrupts your daily life?Tired of feeling like anxious thoughts and emotions are in control of you? Maybe you are grieving the loss of a loved one or pet. Perhaps you feel immensely alone as you sever ties with a faith community or undergo deconstruction. There are so many things in life that present challenges to our mental health. It is hard to reach out for help which is why I am glad you are here.

For many of life’s issues, it is helpful to talk with someone within a nonjudgmental, safe environment. To be listened to and heard in a way that facilitates an understanding of what the underlying origin of the problem is in order to bring about healing. Kimberly uses the psychodynamic approach to counseling as a means to assist clients with understanding themselves more deeply. Serving adults, couples and adolescents, she collaborates with the client to address patterns and behaviors that disrupt wellbeing.

Gayle Bookout is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and Life Coach who has 7 years of experience in the mental health field. Gayle desires to help people with life and career transitions ranging from affair recovery, divorce and marriage problems, premarital counseling, career changes, weight loss /management, loss of a spouse/loved one, as well as working with grief , depression, stress management, food addiction, and other mental health issues. Gayle completed her master's degree in Counseling at Liberty University.

I am providing virtual/telehealth appointments only at this time, no in-person services. Due to state laws, I am only able to accept new clients who are residents of North Carolina. My counseling experience includes individuals, couples, and families navigating weight-related concerns, grief and loss , anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, and childhood abuse/neglect. Clients and I work together to recognize, understand, and reconstruct emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and patterns to achieve client goals.

My practice focuses on supporting individuals who are dealing with transition, life evaluation, chronic illness, loss and change. I have had the privilege of working with individuals who are dealing with caring for both children and aging parents, caring for a spouse or loved one or grieving the loss of an individual or relationship. I have also found that families benefit from dialogue regarding changes in roles within the family system as members get older and more/less dependent. Additionally, some of my clients come to counseling to work through the age old question of "What am I doing with my life?".

I have been a counselor working with children, teens and young adults for over 19 years. I enjoy providing a safe space for my clients to process the difficulties they may be having in a confidential setting. I have a strong focus on the therapeutic relationship and believe that every person is different and their counseling should reflect their needs. I have completed specialized training as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and also the Training for Adoption Competency.

(NIGHT AND WEEKEND AVAILABIILITY in NC and FL!!) Are you looking for kindness and compassion? Or do you want to hear things straight? We have several well qualified professional and if we don't have a fit we will help find you someone! Some of our focuses are Anxiety/ADHD, Parenting, Grief and Loss , Medical, Life Coaching, Mediation, Personality Disorders, Autism, OCD, Veterans, and Job Stress.

What if you could finally relax and have more ease and confidence? What if you could feel better about yourself and take better care of yourself? What if you could feel more joy in your life again? No matter what you’re struggling with, gently assessing your own experience can provide clarity. Together, we can shed light on patterns that are keeping you from growth and happiness. I feel therapy is a collaborative effort and a partnership. We will work to identify barriers and enhance your coping skills.

Now accepting new clients! Taking the first step into therapy can be the hardest. I am here to help individual clients, adolescents ages 11 and up, and adults, navigate this process with ease. Right now more than ever things can seem so out of ones control. My goal is to help you navigate life's ups and downs and transitions that are thrown your way. My passion lies in helping those experiencing issues with depression, anxiety, grief / loss , trauma, relationship (peer) issues, and behavioral issues (teens) and general life transitions.

As a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, I guide clients in accessing their innate capacity towards self-regulation and healing. I provide counseling for adults who are dealing with concerns including anxiety and depression, self-esteem and identity issues, life transitions, grief and loss , and relationship stress. My practice is trauma-informed, humanistic, solution-focused, and strength-based. I rely on evidence-based methods in my work with clients.