Grief Therapists in Mercer County, NJ
As a therapist I want to help people to be their best selves. For some people this means learning how to cope with overwhelming mental health symptoms and life stressors; for other people it might mean making positive life changes, improving their relationships and moving towards self-actualization. Therapy should be tailored to the individual. I seek to provide a safe, genuine, warm, and non-judgmental environment for you to heal and will work with you towards achieving a balance between acceptance and change.
As a therapist I want to help people to be their best selves. For some people this means learning how to cope with overwhelming mental health symptoms and life stressors; for other people it might mean making positive life changes, improving their relationships and moving towards self-actualization. Therapy should be tailored to the individual. I seek to provide a safe, genuine, warm, and non-judgmental environment for you to heal and will work with you towards achieving a balance between acceptance and change.
I have been very successful with working with individual grief therapy, anxiety and depression, OCD, bi-polar disorder and everyday stress management.
Heres what I suggest. Give me a call and lets talk a few minutes about what your needs are, and if we agree that we can work together towards goals that you choose, we will set an appointment and move forward. Youve nothing to lose and happiness to gain!
I have been very successful with working with individual grief therapy, anxiety and depression, OCD, bi-polar disorder and everyday stress management.
Heres what I suggest. Give me a call and lets talk a few minutes about what your needs are, and if we agree that we can work together towards goals that you choose, we will set an appointment and move forward. Youve nothing to lose and happiness to gain!
I help clients move through depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and grief, and I’ve worked with people from 17 to 65, so trust me when I say I’ve heard a lot.
I help you feel connected to me through my grounded presence and my pragmatic, down-to-earth way of understanding their experiences. In session, I bring a calm, curious, and deeply empathetic energy because I love listening to people tell their stories and creating a space where they can find dignity and strength in them.
I help clients move through depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, and grief, and I’ve worked with people from 17 to 65, so trust me when I say I’ve heard a lot.
I help you feel connected to me through my grounded presence and my pragmatic, down-to-earth way of understanding their experiences. In session, I bring a calm, curious, and deeply empathetic energy because I love listening to people tell their stories and creating a space where they can find dignity and strength in them.
I work with adults and young adults who feel caught in anxiety, overthinking, grief, family stress, or major life transitions.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD-related struggles, perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, grief, and life transitions. My work is thoughtful, engaged, and tailored to the person in front of me, drawing from CBT, DBT, ERP, and systems-oriented therapy to help clients understand what is keeping them stuck and make meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults and young adults who feel caught in anxiety, overthinking, grief, family stress, or major life transitions.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD-related struggles, perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, grief, and life transitions. My work is thoughtful, engaged, and tailored to the person in front of me, drawing from CBT, DBT, ERP, and systems-oriented therapy to help clients understand what is keeping them stuck and make meaningful, lasting change.
Change is a fundamental truth of the healing process. We must learn to be comfortable with the uncomfortable, seek deeper self awareness, and develop security in order to expand. My clients are navigating ordinary life challenges. They crave healing and wholeness, and peace. Along the way, they discover awe, gratitude and find the extraordinary within themselves. They trust there is growth in this liminal space. This is my wheelhouse. I specialize in attachment and relationships and believe they are the foundation of our ability to heal. As we heal our relationship with ourselves, we show up more fully in relationship with others.
Change is a fundamental truth of the healing process. We must learn to be comfortable with the uncomfortable, seek deeper self awareness, and develop security in order to expand. My clients are navigating ordinary life challenges. They crave healing and wholeness, and peace. Along the way, they discover awe, gratitude and find the extraordinary within themselves. They trust there is growth in this liminal space. This is my wheelhouse. I specialize in attachment and relationships and believe they are the foundation of our ability to heal. As we heal our relationship with ourselves, we show up more fully in relationship with others.
I support clients through the anxiety and stress associated with life stages and transitions, including emerging and young adulthood, career changes, dating, marriage, parenthood, mid-life and grief.
I aim to create a warm, compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. I help normalize experiences, uncover strengths, and explore passions to foster healing. I enjoy family time, yoga, reading, walks with my dog, and traveling.
I support clients through the anxiety and stress associated with life stages and transitions, including emerging and young adulthood, career changes, dating, marriage, parenthood, mid-life and grief.
I aim to create a warm, compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. I help normalize experiences, uncover strengths, and explore passions to foster healing. I enjoy family time, yoga, reading, walks with my dog, and traveling.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges—whether that’s grief, anxiety, relationship struggles, or feeling stuck in growth.
My hope is for therapy to be both grounding and empowering, a place to connect with your strengths while exploring new paths forward. Outside of therapy, I love food tours and museum visits with family, game nights that bring out my competitive side, quiet moments, and mystery movies—especially when I try to solve the plot before the characters do.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges—whether that’s grief, anxiety, relationship struggles, or feeling stuck in growth.
My hope is for therapy to be both grounding and empowering, a place to connect with your strengths while exploring new paths forward. Outside of therapy, I love food tours and museum visits with family, game nights that bring out my competitive side, quiet moments, and mystery movies—especially when I try to solve the plot before the characters do.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Grief Recovery Counselor and a Reiki Practitioner.
After graduating from Rider College with a Masters Degree in counseling I had the opportunity to work for Carrier Clinic in their Dual Diagnosis Unit. My responsibilities included conducting assessments for depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders and addiction. I developed curriculum for therapeutic groups and managed group therapists working in the program. Following that experienced I worked for an IOP (Intensive Out Patient that is were may times people go after an inpatient hospitalization) in Freehold, New Jersey handling individual and group therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Grief Recovery Counselor and a Reiki Practitioner.
After graduating from Rider College with a Masters Degree in counseling I had the opportunity to work for Carrier Clinic in their Dual Diagnosis Unit. My responsibilities included conducting assessments for depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders and addiction. I developed curriculum for therapeutic groups and managed group therapists working in the program. Following that experienced I worked for an IOP (Intensive Out Patient that is were may times people go after an inpatient hospitalization) in Freehold, New Jersey handling individual and group therapy.
I am skilled at working with clients from diverse backgrounds, who struggle with mood disorders, substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and identity issues. In most cases, it is hard to find a counselor clients can connect with. I am dedicated to understanding the unique struggles of clients–therapy is never a one-size-fits-all approach. I am trained to help clients figure out tangible solutions to issues and develop skills to meet their goals.
I am skilled at working with clients from diverse backgrounds, who struggle with mood disorders, substance abuse, addiction, depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and identity issues. In most cases, it is hard to find a counselor clients can connect with. I am dedicated to understanding the unique struggles of clients–therapy is never a one-size-fits-all approach. I am trained to help clients figure out tangible solutions to issues and develop skills to meet their goals.
Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression or are trying to cope with a recent change or loss, no concern is too big to work through together.
My practice blends traditional Psychodynamic "Talk Therapy" with aspects of Strengths-Based, CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative techniques according to each client's needs. I specialize in working with clients impacted by a cancer diagnosis, past or recent grief and loss, and any stressful life changes. I welcome older teens, young adults and adults.
Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression or are trying to cope with a recent change or loss, no concern is too big to work through together.
My practice blends traditional Psychodynamic "Talk Therapy" with aspects of Strengths-Based, CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative techniques according to each client's needs. I specialize in working with clients impacted by a cancer diagnosis, past or recent grief and loss, and any stressful life changes. I welcome older teens, young adults and adults.
The sense of loss that occurs when a spouse has a chronic illness is profound.
I also work with the client to manage the challenges of parenting adult children, grandparenting, and caring for an elderly parent, sometimes all at the same time.
The sense of loss that occurs when a spouse has a chronic illness is profound.
I also work with the client to manage the challenges of parenting adult children, grandparenting, and caring for an elderly parent, sometimes all at the same time.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
We work with individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with life stressors, relationships, mood disorders, or substance use. Many of our clients are looking for support but do not want to wait weeks to be seen. We offer virtual therapy across multiple states and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours. Our team uses evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy, to help clients gain clarity, stability, and practical tools to move forward.
I have extensive experience working with: Depression and anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, sexual issues, adults with stressful life-circumstances, those coping with aging family members, grief and loss, survivors of childhood abuse, veterans, rescue workers, medical trauma survivors and those living with a debilitating or terminal illness.
Are you not feeling or functioning the way you used to? Are you having trouble explaining what you're feeling to others? Has someone told you that you could use some help and support? I am helpful with the process of entering therapy because I respect the significance of that decision and see it as an opportunity for positive change.
I have extensive experience working with: Depression and anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, sexual issues, adults with stressful life-circumstances, those coping with aging family members, grief and loss, survivors of childhood abuse, veterans, rescue workers, medical trauma survivors and those living with a debilitating or terminal illness.
Are you not feeling or functioning the way you used to? Are you having trouble explaining what you're feeling to others? Has someone told you that you could use some help and support? I am helpful with the process of entering therapy because I respect the significance of that decision and see it as an opportunity for positive change.
My 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and families dealing with issues of anxiety, depression and grief, to name a few, will help me to tailor treatment to what works best for each individual or family.
Stress can cause you to feel helpless and out of control. It is important to learn strategies to help you feel empowered in your everyday life. We will work together to take steps that can help you regain control whether you are suffering from life stress, stress from a triggering event, such as a family illness, personal illness or loss for example.
My 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and families dealing with issues of anxiety, depression and grief, to name a few, will help me to tailor treatment to what works best for each individual or family.
Stress can cause you to feel helpless and out of control. It is important to learn strategies to help you feel empowered in your everyday life. We will work together to take steps that can help you regain control whether you are suffering from life stress, stress from a triggering event, such as a family illness, personal illness or loss for example.
Life can feel overwhelming when facing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, or self-esteem struggles.
I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy, including mindfulness and stress management, for individuals, couples, and families. Specializing in anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, and self-esteem, I help clients build emotional resilience, develop coping skills, and create meaningful change for a more balanced life.
Life can feel overwhelming when facing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, or self-esteem struggles.
I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy, including mindfulness and stress management, for individuals, couples, and families. Specializing in anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, and self-esteem, I help clients build emotional resilience, develop coping skills, and create meaningful change for a more balanced life.
Hello, I’m Dr. Nadine Gardner, a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
In my private practice, I provide individual psychotherapy and work collaboratively with clients on concerns such as anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, family stress, relationship difficulties, and learning or attention challenges.
Hello, I’m Dr. Nadine Gardner, a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 25 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
In my private practice, I provide individual psychotherapy and work collaboratively with clients on concerns such as anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, family stress, relationship difficulties, and learning or attention challenges.
My ideal client would be motivated to achieve better for themselves. They could be coming for anxiety, issues in relationships, or a stressful life event. They would be choosing to focus on themselves, what they need, and seeking help. They may be struggling with negative self-thoughts and emotional regulation or simply need guidance in how to identify and verbalize their feelings. Their goals for therapy would be to process their thoughts and emotions while developing long-term skills to use in the future.
My ideal client would be motivated to achieve better for themselves. They could be coming for anxiety, issues in relationships, or a stressful life event. They would be choosing to focus on themselves, what they need, and seeking help. They may be struggling with negative self-thoughts and emotional regulation or simply need guidance in how to identify and verbalize their feelings. Their goals for therapy would be to process their thoughts and emotions while developing long-term skills to use in the future.
So far, this approach has led to clear results for people experiencing PTSD, anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and recent traumas.
It’s easy to feel stuck or broken when we’ve never had the space to allow all of our emotions, the support to feel them safely, and the perspective to view ourselves with compassion. But when we finally get those things, we get to evolve, grow and change in ways that can be truly profound. My job isn’t to force you to do anything, but to help you learn and build what you’ve needed, so that you can evolve in the ways you want to.
So far, this approach has led to clear results for people experiencing PTSD, anxiety, OCD, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and recent traumas.
It’s easy to feel stuck or broken when we’ve never had the space to allow all of our emotions, the support to feel them safely, and the perspective to view ourselves with compassion. But when we finally get those things, we get to evolve, grow and change in ways that can be truly profound. My job isn’t to force you to do anything, but to help you learn and build what you’ve needed, so that you can evolve in the ways you want to.
Hello my practice focuses on adults who maybe struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, eating disorders, and other issues.
I received the MSW from Fordham University in 2005. I’ve worked as a School Social Worker. I also have experience counseling older adults and their adult children. I have Hospice experience as well as experience at Counseling Centers.
Hello my practice focuses on adults who maybe struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, eating disorders, and other issues.
I received the MSW from Fordham University in 2005. I’ve worked as a School Social Worker. I also have experience counseling older adults and their adult children. I have Hospice experience as well as experience at Counseling Centers.
I work with individuals around anxiety and depression, chronic illness, coping with grief and loss, parenting and reproductive issues, and a variety of other concerns and challenges that arise in our everyday lives.
I have masters degrees in both social work and women's studies, from Rutgers and Oxford University respectively, as well as an undergraduate degree from Yale. I also have a law degree from Yale.
I work with individuals around anxiety and depression, chronic illness, coping with grief and loss, parenting and reproductive issues, and a variety of other concerns and challenges that arise in our everyday lives.
I have masters degrees in both social work and women's studies, from Rutgers and Oxford University respectively, as well as an undergraduate degree from Yale. I also have a law degree from Yale.
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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.