Grief Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Times of transition can leave us feeling disoriented, uprooted, and tug at old emotional wounds. Finding our way through the rocky terrain of loss often compels us to reshape priorities, redefine ourselves, and re-imagine our future. If you are grieving the death of someone in your life, facing an uncertain diagnosis, an empty nest, the loss of a relationship, changing employment, adjusting to a geographical move, or experiencing other significant changes in your life, it would be my honor to support you in exploring the layers of your loss , finding your footing again, and restoring your hope for a meaningful future.

Patricia Pace is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with expertise in helping clients recover from Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Grief , Addictions and Trauma. She excels in helping individuals and families move through life transitions (major and minor), rebound from setbacks (large and small) and work through the everyday challenges of work and life. She also offers pre-marital, marriage and family counseling (for traditional, non-traditional and alternative couple and family structures). Additionally, Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCASA), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).

My introduction to counseling started well before I became a clinician. As a widow raising young children without the support of a husband/father, life was overwhelming and, initially, felt impossible to bear. Fear, anxiety, depression, anger, and sometimes debilitating emotional pain worked overtime to leave me feeling hopeless. The decision to reach out for help changed my life. It was empowering and provided the needed tools to not only survive but to thrive. Now, with over 12 yrs of clinical work, I look forward to working with you to provide an experience of empowerment as you grow through what led you to seek support.

I am an LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed therapist who values compassion, mutual respect, and transparency. I work with clients to heal from past experiences, live authentically, and feel more connected to themselves. I meet each client where they are, using person-centered and solution-focused approaches. I offer personalized therapy to meet your individual needs and work toward your goals. I prioritize providing you with a safe and affirming space for healing and exploration. I offer online therapy to individuals residing anywhere in North Carolina.

I have a heart for serving adults, adolescents, couples and families dealing with significant life issues such as the death of a loved one, chronic illness or pain, issues stemming from past trauma, parenting children with special needs, or managing chronic mental health conditions such as ADHD, anxiety and depression. I believe that it is helpful when a therapist has a personal understanding of the areas in which they specialize. I have personal experience with all of these circumstances, allowing me a level of empathy and insight that may not be possible otherwise.

My focus is on infertility and perinatal mental health. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate the stressors of family building, however that looks for you. I focus on helping people cope with every step in the process, including pre/postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, experiencing miscarriage, managing infertility, and navigating treatment options. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I strive to help you uncover strengths, while teaching new coping strategies to overcome hurdles and adapt to challenging situations.

My passion is helping clients navigate difficult experiences, emotions, and transitions. My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and approachable. Together we will move towards a hopeful, more positive future. I enjoy working with children ages 2 and up, pre-adolescents, adolescents, and adults. I also specialize in working with college-aged students and young adults, and women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Many of my adult clients reflect on personal values, family-of-origin issues, and insights on self-esteem and self-identity. My specialty areas include anxiety, depression, grief / loss , serious illness, and life transitions.

Grief can be so overpowering. Not only are we so very sad, and long to have our loved ones with us, but we are also faced with issues, burdens and concerns that need resolution as a result of their death . Anxiety mounts, questions as to our own purpose come knocking on our door, and peace needs to be once again found. Grief opens the door to our very own soul. It requires that we examine ourselves, our relationships and our beliefs in a new light. Grief shows up as anxiety, doubt and fear and can make our lives feel uncertain and unstable. When grief has you feeling overwhelmed, counseling is a self-support resource for healing.

Working with a therapist should feel safe, and that is one of my top priorities. Some of my clients have had therapists before, and some are brand new to therapy. My ideal client comes with a desire to release themselves from pain and move toward a better sense of self in the process. Most of my clients are working through previous trauma (childhood and adult), have experienced loss , and many belong to a marginalized community. Some of my clients benefit from long-term therapy, while others engage in brief therapy to help get back on track to a better quality of life.

Offering ONLINE/VIDEO Telehealth Counseling sessions to all of NORTH Carolina! I work with individuals, adolescents, and adults with a variety of needs. I specialize in working with anxiety, grief , depression and life transitions. My approach to counseling is a person centered approach which pulls from a variety of therapy modalities.

Are you at that point where you feel like taking control of your life but just don't know how? I understand how hard it could be to get started, fret no more, I am here to help you figure out how to get started. We all need support and encouragement on the journey of life, I am that therapist who understands that and stick with you through it all. I understand that life can throw us curved balls from time to time as we navigate through life journey. I cannot promise you that the road to finding lifetime fulfillment will not be rough, but I can assure you that we will walk the rough roads together and emerge stronger and better.

I entered the counseling profession to support individuals that are having difficulties facing life’s challenges. I have found that many people struggle not because they are not capable of overcoming them, but because they do not have the support and/or encouragement they need. I believe that as humanity becomes “busier”, life becomes more complicated affecting relationships and how we see ourselves fitting in the world. Life is often full of difficult and complicated experiences that are difficult to overcome, especially without support. Ultimately, these difficulties distract us from pursuing what enriches our lives.

Are you struggling with Depression, Anxiety or even Grief ? Still adjusting to life after the pandemic? Trying to pick up the pieces after losing a loved one and just not sure where to even start? Feeling like everyone around you has it all figured out and yet you are feeling stuck? Life is already hard, having friends and family not understanding is even harder! It is so important to find a therapist that is willing to come alongside you and help you figure out this thing called life, don't do it alone, Let's figure it out together and help you become your best "self" together!

I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, licensed in NC, providing Counseling for adults from a Christian perspective for those requesting to include their faith in their therapy. I use a validating and supportive cognitive-behavioral approach in providing individual treatment. My fees and co-pays conform to what the client's insurance company recommends. I received my PhD. in Clinical Psychology from UNC-Chapel Hill and have been in private practice for 18 years. I am a member of the North Carolina Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association