Grief Therapists in Wilkes County, NC
Wanda Anthony Burger
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, NCC, CCMC, CCS, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face.
Working with Trauma since pilot program ;2012 Advanced TFCBT. 2016 added Military Trauma. The approach that FITS YOU is used. Additionally, I supervise others as they assist those in need. Join us and know what you share is private and you are respected.
Grief, loss, trauma, adjustment, relational issues are a few areas we can face.
Working with Trauma since pilot program ;2012 Advanced TFCBT. 2016 added Military Trauma. The approach that FITS YOU is used. Additionally, I supervise others as they assist those in need. Join us and know what you share is private and you are respected.
I have trained in trauma, adoption, mood disorders, stress, grief, issues related to military service, marriage and relationships.
Are you where you want to be in life? Are you happy with your situation? Are you happy with yourself? Sometimes people aren’t even sure what it is they want but they know they want something to change. That is why I am here. I became a marriage and family therapist in 2009 after watching family and friends struggle with the pressures of today’s society and with keeping relationships together in a world that has become increasingly mobile and dependent on technology.
I have trained in trauma, adoption, mood disorders, stress, grief, issues related to military service, marriage and relationships.
Are you where you want to be in life? Are you happy with your situation? Are you happy with yourself? Sometimes people aren’t even sure what it is they want but they know they want something to change. That is why I am here. I became a marriage and family therapist in 2009 after watching family and friends struggle with the pressures of today’s society and with keeping relationships together in a world that has become increasingly mobile and dependent on technology.
Lucy Holliday
Counselor, NCC, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever the concern, it can be difficult to carry anxiety, depression, grief, stress or trauma, while also trying to show up and function in everyday life.
I offer an empathic and compassionate space to explore the difficulty that has brought you to counseling. Together, we will work to see you progress towards your goals for counseling. I am honored to be invited into another person's story and seek to build trust as I work to understand your unique circumstances. You are not alone.
Whatever the concern, it can be difficult to carry anxiety, depression, grief, stress or trauma, while also trying to show up and function in everyday life.
I offer an empathic and compassionate space to explore the difficulty that has brought you to counseling. Together, we will work to see you progress towards your goals for counseling. I am honored to be invited into another person's story and seek to build trust as I work to understand your unique circumstances. You are not alone.
When you are feeling overwhelmed by life, a therapist can help you. You know that you want to feel better - and be better for yourself and others - but when you have been doing the things that have always worked in the past and find they are not working now, it may be time to enlist the support of a therapist. I love to work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, sad, anxious, indecisive, or have any other painful emotion. Instead of feeling stuck, I want to help you feel empowered to move forward and help manage those painful feelings.
When you are feeling overwhelmed by life, a therapist can help you. You know that you want to feel better - and be better for yourself and others - but when you have been doing the things that have always worked in the past and find they are not working now, it may be time to enlist the support of a therapist. I love to work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, sad, anxious, indecisive, or have any other painful emotion. Instead of feeling stuck, I want to help you feel empowered to move forward and help manage those painful feelings.
Deborah S Wages
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMHP
Verified Verified
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
Waitlist for new clients
Are you overwhelmed and discombobulated? Do you hope to work on developing healthier habits to stay strong mentally? I am a compassionate, empathetic, life affirming counselor who believes it is my calling to strengthen individuals, couples and families. I work particularly well with children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, social issues and depression. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities which include: Trauma focused-Cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Solution-focused therapy (SFT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and Theraplay.
Are you overwhelmed and discombobulated? Do you hope to work on developing healthier habits to stay strong mentally? I am a compassionate, empathetic, life affirming counselor who believes it is my calling to strengthen individuals, couples and families. I work particularly well with children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, social issues and depression. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities which include: Trauma focused-Cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Solution-focused therapy (SFT), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and Theraplay.
CareNet Counseling Northwest Region
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCAS, LCSWA
Verified Verified
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
CareNet Counseling improves the health of the mind, body, spirit and community through spiritually-integrated counseling, psychotherapy, research and education. We are here to help our clients restore and maintain mental wellness. There is no real health without mental health.
CareNet Counseling improves the health of the mind, body, spirit and community through spiritually-integrated counseling, psychotherapy, research and education. We are here to help our clients restore and maintain mental wellness. There is no real health without mental health.
Aspen Mental Health Therapy and Consulting, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ronda, NC 28670
Aspen is enabling individuals, from all walks of life, to accomplish mental health, wellness, educational, spiritual and career goals. We specialize in helping individuals and families during the tough times. We have extensive training in the treatment of PTSD and trauma associated disorders for adults, adolescents, and children (including pre-school age). In addition to trauma, we specialize in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, OCD, and chronic childhood behaviors. For more information, or to set up a new client appointment, visit aspenmentalhealth.com and click on "Let's Talk."
Aspen is enabling individuals, from all walks of life, to accomplish mental health, wellness, educational, spiritual and career goals. We specialize in helping individuals and families during the tough times. We have extensive training in the treatment of PTSD and trauma associated disorders for adults, adolescents, and children (including pre-school age). In addition to trauma, we specialize in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, OCD, and chronic childhood behaviors. For more information, or to set up a new client appointment, visit aspenmentalhealth.com and click on "Let's Talk."
Life asks a lot from us. How can we thrive in our lives, work and relationships in fulfilling, whole-hearted ways? We all occasionally feel blocked or frustrated and benefit from support that can connect us with our potential. You are deserving of purpose, meaning and joy in your life and we will work together to discover what your unique needs are so that you can live in closer alignment with your goals and values. I specialize in serving adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, challenging life transitions, domestic and/or sexual violence as well as substance use and addiction.
Life asks a lot from us. How can we thrive in our lives, work and relationships in fulfilling, whole-hearted ways? We all occasionally feel blocked or frustrated and benefit from support that can connect us with our potential. You are deserving of purpose, meaning and joy in your life and we will work together to discover what your unique needs are so that you can live in closer alignment with your goals and values. I specialize in serving adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, challenging life transitions, domestic and/or sexual violence as well as substance use and addiction.
Jane Smyre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am pleased you are considering working with me. We all have issues which need improvement. Life is a journey of change in which therapy can be a supportive tool.
I am pleased you are considering working with me. We all have issues which need improvement. Life is a journey of change in which therapy can be a supportive tool.
Sarah Holloway Poole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I have worked in both individual and group settings assisting individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, mood disorders, severe and persistent mental illness, and substance use challenges.
Every flower needs both sunshine and rain to grow. Like flowers, I believe that our growth relies on our darkest days as much as it does our happiest. My goal is to assist clients in celebrating the sunshine and navigating through the rain.
I have worked in both individual and group settings assisting individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, mood disorders, severe and persistent mental illness, and substance use challenges.
Every flower needs both sunshine and rain to grow. Like flowers, I believe that our growth relies on our darkest days as much as it does our happiest. My goal is to assist clients in celebrating the sunshine and navigating through the rain.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS in Ronda. Aspen is enabling individuals, from all walks of life, to accomplish mental health, wellness, educational, spiritual and career goals. We specialize in helping individuals and families during the tough times. We have extensive training in the treatment of PTSD and trauma associated disorders for adults, adolescents, and children (including pre-school age). In addition to trauma, we specialize in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, OCD, and chronic childhood behaviors. VISIT ASPENMENTALHEALTH.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS in Ronda. Aspen is enabling individuals, from all walks of life, to accomplish mental health, wellness, educational, spiritual and career goals. We specialize in helping individuals and families during the tough times. We have extensive training in the treatment of PTSD and trauma associated disorders for adults, adolescents, and children (including pre-school age). In addition to trauma, we specialize in ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, OCD, and chronic childhood behaviors. VISIT ASPENMENTALHEALTH.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION
Online Therapists
Throughout my career, I have worked with a range of issues and diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, marriage/family/relationship issues, specific phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief and loss, self-esteem, and much more.
Stress, anxiety and other difficult emotions may be a normal part of life, but they don't have to be in the driver's seat on life's journey. Through my 25+ years of experience as a counselor and my personal experience of having to reclaim the driver's seat from debilitating anxiety/depression, I have learned the truth behind Marcel Proust's claim that "The voyage of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes". It is my goal to help people gain new "eyes" through which to view current or past experiences.
Throughout my career, I have worked with a range of issues and diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, marriage/family/relationship issues, specific phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief and loss, self-esteem, and much more.
Stress, anxiety and other difficult emotions may be a normal part of life, but they don't have to be in the driver's seat on life's journey. Through my 25+ years of experience as a counselor and my personal experience of having to reclaim the driver's seat from debilitating anxiety/depression, I have learned the truth behind Marcel Proust's claim that "The voyage of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes". It is my goal to help people gain new "eyes" through which to view current or past experiences.
LaRue Neilson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, LCASA
Verified Verified
Newton, NC 28658
I am trained and experienced in helping recover from issues such as trauma, complex trauma, relational conflict within marriage and family, anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, grief/ loss, and issues of faith and spirituality.
You have taken an incredibly positive and courageous step by deciding to seek therapy, and I am honored to walk alongside you during this journey. It is my belief that every individual possesses the strength necessary to grow, heal, and live from a place of restoration. Trauma-informed approaches are the foundation of my work as a counselor and I welcome you to take a step toward healing.
I am trained and experienced in helping recover from issues such as trauma, complex trauma, relational conflict within marriage and family, anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, grief/ loss, and issues of faith and spirituality.
You have taken an incredibly positive and courageous step by deciding to seek therapy, and I am honored to walk alongside you during this journey. It is my belief that every individual possesses the strength necessary to grow, heal, and live from a place of restoration. Trauma-informed approaches are the foundation of my work as a counselor and I welcome you to take a step toward healing.
For those folks dealing with substance use issues, recovery issues and accompanying grief, loss and trauma issues it can feel overwhelming and hopeless.
I have had a 36-year career working with clients who are dealing with substance use disorders. Whether you are you actively using, are seeking recovery, are in recovery but are stagnant or have had a return to use and desire to reengage a recovery process. I am also a trained grief facilitator in Elisabeth Kibler Ross externalization process over 30 years.
For those folks dealing with substance use issues, recovery issues and accompanying grief, loss and trauma issues it can feel overwhelming and hopeless.
I have had a 36-year career working with clients who are dealing with substance use disorders. Whether you are you actively using, are seeking recovery, are in recovery but are stagnant or have had a return to use and desire to reengage a recovery process. I am also a trained grief facilitator in Elisabeth Kibler Ross externalization process over 30 years.
Whether you are managing symptoms of grief and loss, experiencing issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community, or managing symptoms of anxiety and depression- I am here and I am passionate about supporting you through the issues that you are facing.
I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgemental, and supportive space where we can collaborate openly and honestly in an effort to help you reach your goals. Every client is different; therefore, my approach varies for each client. I consistently utilize empathy and active listening skills when working with clients to build a strong therapeutic relationship.
Whether you are managing symptoms of grief and loss, experiencing issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community, or managing symptoms of anxiety and depression- I am here and I am passionate about supporting you through the issues that you are facing.
I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgemental, and supportive space where we can collaborate openly and honestly in an effort to help you reach your goals. Every client is different; therefore, my approach varies for each client. I consistently utilize empathy and active listening skills when working with clients to build a strong therapeutic relationship.
Don’s training is to help clients trying to work through life adjustments like divorce, grief, parenting and attachment issues, where depression, anxiety, anger and distress are occurring.
I have a desire to come along side others as a professional counselor in order to provide others the life transformations experienced as a result of the counseling I received. Don is a “life veteran” who recovered from a divorce, raising two sons on his own, familial addictions, as well as other life struggles where the counseling strategies brought about effectual positive movement(s) and change away from those difficult circumstances. Don received a counseling degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, where he had the opportunity to incorporate Christian spirituality into his mental health practices.
Don’s training is to help clients trying to work through life adjustments like divorce, grief, parenting and attachment issues, where depression, anxiety, anger and distress are occurring.
I have a desire to come along side others as a professional counselor in order to provide others the life transformations experienced as a result of the counseling I received. Don is a “life veteran” who recovered from a divorce, raising two sons on his own, familial addictions, as well as other life struggles where the counseling strategies brought about effectual positive movement(s) and change away from those difficult circumstances. Don received a counseling degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, where he had the opportunity to incorporate Christian spirituality into his mental health practices.
Both therapy and exercise can help reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and/or grief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I specialize in creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals, couples, and families to become emotionally stable as individuals and in their relationships. I love helping others take personal responsibility for self-growth, which flows over into their friendships, marriages, and family dynamics.
Both therapy and exercise can help reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and/or grief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I specialize in creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals, couples, and families to become emotionally stable as individuals and in their relationships. I love helping others take personal responsibility for self-growth, which flows over into their friendships, marriages, and family dynamics.
Whether you are seeking solutions to problems, coping with a loss or major stressor, feeling “stuck” in life or in a bad relationship, want to learn how to replace negative thoughts and behavior patterns with healthier and more successful ones, or if you want to explore how past experiences impact you today, help is within reach.
Life can often feel difficult, confusing, and exhausting, or "just complicated". If you need a safe/confidential space to work with a professional to gain a better understanding of your life, self-improve, and regain a sense of control, peace, and happiness, please call. We are here and happy to support and guide you through this process.
Whether you are seeking solutions to problems, coping with a loss or major stressor, feeling “stuck” in life or in a bad relationship, want to learn how to replace negative thoughts and behavior patterns with healthier and more successful ones, or if you want to explore how past experiences impact you today, help is within reach.
Life can often feel difficult, confusing, and exhausting, or "just complicated". If you need a safe/confidential space to work with a professional to gain a better understanding of your life, self-improve, and regain a sense of control, peace, and happiness, please call. We are here and happy to support and guide you through this process.
I treat a variety of different mental and physical health conditions, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, chronic pain, insomnia, stress/anger management, relationship issues, men/masculinity concerns, self-esteem, and LGBTQ+ and other minority-related stressors.
My therapy integrates multiple research-based theoretical models, such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and Prolonged Exposure.
I treat a variety of different mental and physical health conditions, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, chronic pain, insomnia, stress/anger management, relationship issues, men/masculinity concerns, self-esteem, and LGBTQ+ and other minority-related stressors.
My therapy integrates multiple research-based theoretical models, such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and Prolonged Exposure.
Transformative Vision PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28202
I provide services that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, grief, women’s issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, family therapy and beyond.
Are there times when you feel lost, confused, even fearful? Perhaps you find yourself at an unexpected crossroads, facing challenging life changing experiences. Do you feel like you know where you would like to be, but can’t seem to find your footing or the tools to help you realize your deepest desires? Are you having difficulties finding work/life balance? Are you ready to make room for the tools to help you create more peace in your life? Are you willing to explore your inner strength and work collaboratively to bring forth change, healing balance and awareness? If you've answered yes, I am currently accepting new clients.
I provide services that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, grief, women’s issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, family therapy and beyond.
Are there times when you feel lost, confused, even fearful? Perhaps you find yourself at an unexpected crossroads, facing challenging life changing experiences. Do you feel like you know where you would like to be, but can’t seem to find your footing or the tools to help you realize your deepest desires? Are you having difficulties finding work/life balance? Are you ready to make room for the tools to help you create more peace in your life? Are you willing to explore your inner strength and work collaboratively to bring forth change, healing balance and awareness? If you've answered yes, I am currently accepting new clients.
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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.