Grief Therapists in Princeton, NJ
Jon Leano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
Are you suffering from a loss -- or losses -- in your life? Have you lost a loved one? A relationship? Are you anticipating a loss? Loss and grief can be so painful, both emotionally and physically. What was, no longer is. The people and things you believed you could count on may no longer be available. Loss and grief can feel disorienting, like the ground under you has crumbled or shifted and you no longer know what’s up or down. You might feel stuck. You might feel like nothing will be good again. Loss and grief can bring up all kinds of feelings and reactions. They’re all valid.
Are you suffering from a loss -- or losses -- in your life? Have you lost a loved one? A relationship? Are you anticipating a loss? Loss and grief can be so painful, both emotionally and physically. What was, no longer is. The people and things you believed you could count on may no longer be available. Loss and grief can feel disorienting, like the ground under you has crumbled or shifted and you no longer know what’s up or down. You might feel stuck. You might feel like nothing will be good again. Loss and grief can bring up all kinds of feelings and reactions. They’re all valid.
Samantha Tulipani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
Beth W. Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
I specialize in severe anxiety, panic attacks, ADD, and grief work.
In our relationships with ourselves or others, we all have times where the weight of life can make us feel off balance... In my practice my goal is to take the client from where they are and explore individualized solutions that restore a sense of alignment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses an integrative approach, drawing from Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Trauma Focused therapies.
I specialize in severe anxiety, panic attacks, ADD, and grief work.
In our relationships with ourselves or others, we all have times where the weight of life can make us feel off balance... In my practice my goal is to take the client from where they are and explore individualized solutions that restore a sense of alignment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses an integrative approach, drawing from Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Trauma Focused therapies.
Danna Drori
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
I approach my clients from a place of empathy and compassion for the issues that have led them to seek support. In a safe and non-judgmental way, I seek to partner with clients to work through their challenges, help them to develop better understandings of themselves, and empower them to make decisions. I can also help clients to understand how past experiences and relationships may inform and influence the present. 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 approach my clients from a place of empathy and compassion for the issues that have led them to seek support. In a safe and non-judgmental way, I seek to partner with clients to work through their challenges, help them to develop better understandings of themselves, and empower them to make decisions. I can also help clients to understand how past experiences and relationships may inform and influence the present. 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.
Andrea L. Gaynor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08542
I work primarily with older adults (62+) and the issues that they face at that time in their lives. Often these issues relate to anxiety about an illness that they or a loved one are experiencing. Caregiving a family member, particularly a spouse, creates a tremendous amount of stress in individuals. The sense of loss that occurs when a spouse has a chronic illness is profound. They grieve the dreams that they had for this time in their lives. Many times, a sense of isolation occurs with caring for, or the loss of a loved one.
I work primarily with older adults (62+) and the issues that they face at that time in their lives. Often these issues relate to anxiety about an illness that they or a loved one are experiencing. Caregiving a family member, particularly a spouse, creates a tremendous amount of stress in individuals. The sense of loss that occurs when a spouse has a chronic illness is profound. They grieve the dreams that they had for this time in their lives. Many times, a sense of isolation occurs with caring for, or the loss of a loved one.
Julia A. Little
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08542 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients impacted by a cancer diagnosis, past or recent grief and loss, and any stressful life changes.
There are times in life we all need someone to talk to. 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. I will provide a safe, comfortable, private space for you to unload your worries, untangle your conflicts, and plan and dream for your future. Most importantly, I will listen to you, respect you, and care about you. I look forward to hearing your story, and helping you craft the next chapter.
I specialize in working with clients impacted by a cancer diagnosis, past or recent grief and loss, and any stressful life changes.
There are times in life we all need someone to talk to. 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. I will provide a safe, comfortable, private space for you to unload your worries, untangle your conflicts, and plan and dream for your future. Most importantly, I will listen to you, respect you, and care about you. I look forward to hearing your story, and helping you craft the next chapter.
Deanna Sass
Counselor, MA, MA, NCC, CPC
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
Specializing in Grief and Loss, of all kinds. As well as Depression, Anxiety, Marital Problems and Parenting issues. Having difficulty adjusting to a new life circumstance? I can help you navigate many of the difficulties on the road of life. I work well with Children ages 5 and above, adolescents, as well as Young Adults and Adults. Call or e-mail me today.
Specializing in Grief and Loss, of all kinds. As well as Depression, Anxiety, Marital Problems and Parenting issues. Having difficulty adjusting to a new life circumstance? I can help you navigate many of the difficulties on the road of life. I work well with Children ages 5 and above, adolescents, as well as Young Adults and Adults. Call or e-mail me today.
Divine Recovery Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R, LCSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Divine Recovery Therapy LLC (DRT ) is a virtual tele-behavioral health service. We serve as a vessel to guide your recovery and healing. You are an exceptional part of your journey and we partner with you as a supportive guide to your recovery and healing. We provide care through using an array of proven state of the art therapeutic services to guide your destination to wholeness and wellness. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, relationship or stemming from life's unexpected transitions please reach out for comfort, clarity and support as you start your journey (at your pace) to emotional healing.
Divine Recovery Therapy LLC (DRT ) is a virtual tele-behavioral health service. We serve as a vessel to guide your recovery and healing. You are an exceptional part of your journey and we partner with you as a supportive guide to your recovery and healing. We provide care through using an array of proven state of the art therapeutic services to guide your destination to wholeness and wellness. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, relationship or stemming from life's unexpected transitions please reach out for comfort, clarity and support as you start your journey (at your pace) to emotional healing.
Tracey Post
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, SEP, CCPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
Waitlist for new clients
Specialties: relationships, sexuality, trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, separation/divorce, stress and embracing the constant changes life brings.
I want you to have the best life imaginable: to live in a body that can feel what it feels and with a mind that can know what it knows. I believe we heal through connection and relationship; it is how we survive then thrive. Sometimes we need to make meaning of our experiences; sometimes we just want to manage or reduce unwanted symptoms and sometimes we need someone to simply be present- to sit and witness and listen or hold the silence. I hope you will find all these elements working with me and together we will walk the path to healing. Come in and let's explore together!
Specialties: relationships, sexuality, trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, separation/divorce, stress and embracing the constant changes life brings.
I want you to have the best life imaginable: to live in a body that can feel what it feels and with a mind that can know what it knows. I believe we heal through connection and relationship; it is how we survive then thrive. Sometimes we need to make meaning of our experiences; sometimes we just want to manage or reduce unwanted symptoms and sometimes we need someone to simply be present- to sit and witness and listen or hold the silence. I hope you will find all these elements working with me and together we will walk the path to healing. Come in and let's explore together!
Dale B Bromberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
Hello my practice focuses on adults who maybe struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, eating disorders, and other issues. I’ve helped individuals with health concerns and life transitions. I utilize a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based Perspective, EMDR and Spirituality. Working together you can achieve goals and feel better about yourself and life.
Hello my practice focuses on adults who maybe struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, eating disorders, and other issues. I’ve helped individuals with health concerns and life transitions. I utilize a variety of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused, Strength Based Perspective, EMDR and Spirituality. Working together you can achieve goals and feel better about yourself and life.
Cathi Fischer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
Anxiety, depression and grief can cause you to feel helpless and out of control.
Deciding to come for counseling can be a difficult decision. A supportive and nurturing environment is waiting when you come into the office. Together, we will create an atmosphere of trust and comfort that will allow you to explore your needs while I support you in finding solutions. My 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults 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. My knowledge also expands to working with children, adolescents and families going through chronic and terminal medical illness.
Anxiety, depression and grief can cause you to feel helpless and out of control.
Deciding to come for counseling can be a difficult decision. A supportive and nurturing environment is waiting when you come into the office. Together, we will create an atmosphere of trust and comfort that will allow you to explore your needs while I support you in finding solutions. My 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults 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. My knowledge also expands to working with children, adolescents and families going through chronic and terminal medical illness.
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Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with. Our Intake specialist will help
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Carolyn Smiley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
I have extensive experience working with adults and older adults who are dealing with loss, anxiety, depression and trauma.
We all experience times in our lives when we feel that life is out of balance. Perhaps there is sadness, or longing. Something doesn't feel quite right. Or Maybe we experience the effects of past or present trauma and feel disconnected from ourselves or others. With presence and warmth my goal is to provide a nurturing environment where you can explore, process, and develop insight into why life feels the way it does. I'll strive to help you find sure footing as you navigate the uncertainties of life, and develop a deeper connection with yourself and others.
I have extensive experience working with adults and older adults who are dealing with loss, anxiety, depression and trauma.
We all experience times in our lives when we feel that life is out of balance. Perhaps there is sadness, or longing. Something doesn't feel quite right. Or Maybe we experience the effects of past or present trauma and feel disconnected from ourselves or others. With presence and warmth my goal is to provide a nurturing environment where you can explore, process, and develop insight into why life feels the way it does. I'll strive to help you find sure footing as you navigate the uncertainties of life, and develop a deeper connection with yourself and others.
Barbara Cole-Kiernan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
My experience and training include many psychological modalities as well as a strong background in hospice, bereavement, meditation and yoga.
Are you in transition? Feeling stuck in your life or relationship? Have your usual coping strategies become ineffective, leaving you feeling anxious, fearful, depressed or angry? Do you feel that there must be more to life than what you are presently experiencing? Are you experiencing emotional upheaval that is impacting the quality of your life as a result of critical or chronic illness ?
My experience and training include many psychological modalities as well as a strong background in hospice, bereavement, meditation and yoga.
Are you in transition? Feeling stuck in your life or relationship? Have your usual coping strategies become ineffective, leaving you feeling anxious, fearful, depressed or angry? Do you feel that there must be more to life than what you are presently experiencing? Are you experiencing emotional upheaval that is impacting the quality of your life as a result of critical or chronic illness ?
Romelle Holmgren Lysenko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
Grief leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. Life as you know it has ended and everyone wants you to “get over it”. You don’t even recognize the person you have become. Following a loss, everything feels different. You don’t feel like you can relate to friends and the world around you as you did before.
Grief leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. Life as you know it has ended and everyone wants you to “get over it”. You don’t even recognize the person you have become. Following a loss, everything feels different. You don’t feel like you can relate to friends and the world around you as you did before.
TBE Global LLC
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
In addition to being a multi-state licensed professional psychotherapist in Texas and NJ; I am also a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, and I am fully qualified to help you explore that.
How has pain colored your lens? Clouded your thoughts and decision making? Impacted your interpersonal relationships? Work/School life? Most people don't realize that if pain goes unattended; it impacts every area of our lives; including how we see and experience the world and the people in it. Unattended to pain opens the door to destructive behavior patterns and declining motivation. Pain can show up in addictions, somatic/psychotic manifestation, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, etc. When explored with the aide of a professional, that same pain can be utilized to help you discover the best version of yourself.
In addition to being a multi-state licensed professional psychotherapist in Texas and NJ; I am also a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, and I am fully qualified to help you explore that.
How has pain colored your lens? Clouded your thoughts and decision making? Impacted your interpersonal relationships? Work/School life? Most people don't realize that if pain goes unattended; it impacts every area of our lives; including how we see and experience the world and the people in it. Unattended to pain opens the door to destructive behavior patterns and declining motivation. Pain can show up in addictions, somatic/psychotic manifestation, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, etc. When explored with the aide of a professional, that same pain can be utilized to help you discover the best version of yourself.
Peter A. Miller Psychotherapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
Do you feel like your life is changing, but you don't know how to cope? Do you wonder where to go from here? Sometimes the way we think and the things we do that have worked in the past, don't work anymore. It takes a deeper exploration to find new ways of being one's true self in the world.
We are a group psychotherapy practice specializing in working with grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions and the anxiety and depression that often accompany these issues.
Do you feel like your life is changing, but you don't know how to cope? Do you wonder where to go from here? Sometimes the way we think and the things we do that have worked in the past, don't work anymore. It takes a deeper exploration to find new ways of being one's true self in the world.
We are a group psychotherapy practice specializing in working with grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions and the anxiety and depression that often accompany these issues.
Cynthia V Kates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Is your mood in the dustbin: depression and anxiety becoming too incapacitating? Has your relationship/marriage taken a turn for the worse? Are you at wit's end with personal/professional roadblocks? Are sadness and grief too much to bear? Are you worried about older family-member-concerns? I can help! My 25 + years of practice and expertise - using many approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, relationship-focused, health and wellness, communication skills, give you the opportunity to develop better skills for successful and meaningful change.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Is your mood in the dustbin: depression and anxiety becoming too incapacitating? Has your relationship/marriage taken a turn for the worse? Are you at wit's end with personal/professional roadblocks? Are sadness and grief too much to bear? Are you worried about older family-member-concerns? I can help! My 25 + years of practice and expertise - using many approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, relationship-focused, health and wellness, communication skills, give you the opportunity to develop better skills for successful and meaningful change.
Jennifer Vazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
The Center for Bereavement Counseling: I work with adults and children coping with the loss of a loved one including loss of child, sibling, spouse, grandparent etc.
My specialty areas include working with individual and child/family therapy. With individual/adult treatment I work with mood and anxiety disorders with a specialty in Post Traumatic Stress, survivors of childhood abuse and trauma recovery. My work with children ranges from age 4 through college age. My individual work with children includes management of depression, anxiety and physical/sexual abuse as well as working with children with ADHD. I also include a family/parenting component when working with children.
The Center for Bereavement Counseling: I work with adults and children coping with the loss of a loved one including loss of child, sibling, spouse, grandparent etc.
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Creative Arts Therapies Services, LLC
ATR-BC, LCAT, LPC
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
What is Art Therapy? This is the number one question asked of me. Briefly, as defined by the American Art Therapy Association (AATA), "Art therapy is a mental health profession in which clients, facilitated by the art therapist, use art media, the creative process, and the resulting artwork to explore their feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behavior and addictions, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, and increase self-esteem. A goal in art therapy is to improve or restore a client's functioning and his/her sense of personal well-being." The creative process lends itself readily to meeting the individual where they are at in the present moment. My personal style mirrors this. I utilize both the non-verbal and verbal processes to facilitate understanding, awareness and growth. My particular areas of expertise are grief/loss, attachment issues (i.e.foster care/adoption), trauma, mood instability, and disordered personality.
What is Art Therapy? This is the number one question asked of me. Briefly, as defined by the American Art Therapy Association (AATA), "Art therapy is a mental health profession in which clients, facilitated by the art therapist, use art media, the creative process, and the resulting artwork to explore their feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, manage behavior and addictions, develop social skills, improve reality orientation, reduce anxiety, and increase self-esteem. A goal in art therapy is to improve or restore a client's functioning and his/her sense of personal well-being." The creative process lends itself readily to meeting the individual where they are at in the present moment. My personal style mirrors this. I utilize both the non-verbal and verbal processes to facilitate understanding, awareness and growth. My particular areas of expertise are grief/loss, attachment issues (i.e.foster care/adoption), trauma, mood instability, and disordered personality.
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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.