Grief Therapists in Cedar Crest, NM
Life can feel overwhelming when you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, or major transitions. You're looking for a space to process your experiences safely, develop practical coping strategies, and rediscover your sense of direction. You're ready to build resilience, strengthen your relationships, and create meaningful change. You're seeking someone who will truly listen, who understands that growth isn't linear, and who can meet you where you are without judgment.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, or major transitions. You're looking for a space to process your experiences safely, develop practical coping strategies, and rediscover your sense of direction. You're ready to build resilience, strengthen your relationships, and create meaningful change. You're seeking someone who will truly listen, who understands that growth isn't linear, and who can meet you where you are without judgment.
Hi! I am Melanie! I take various insurances including Medicaid! I am excited for us to began working together! In working with clients who may be struggling with their identity and past trauma. I recognize the importance of understanding the complexities and nuances of their specific situation. I enjoy getting to know clients and truly who they are outside of the masks we feel we have to wear at school, home, work, etc. I am committed to providing a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach, tailored to the unique needs and experiences of each individual.
Hi! I am Melanie! I take various insurances including Medicaid! I am excited for us to began working together! In working with clients who may be struggling with their identity and past trauma. I recognize the importance of understanding the complexities and nuances of their specific situation. I enjoy getting to know clients and truly who they are outside of the masks we feel we have to wear at school, home, work, etc. I am committed to providing a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach, tailored to the unique needs and experiences of each individual.
Are you struggling with OCD, trauma, depression, or anxiety? You don't have to face these challenges alone. I provide compassionate and effective therapy to help you navigate life's difficulties and build a brighter future. You can expect a safe and supportive environment in our sessions where you can express yourself freely and engage in structured problem-solving.
Are you struggling with OCD, trauma, depression, or anxiety? You don't have to face these challenges alone. I provide compassionate and effective therapy to help you navigate life's difficulties and build a brighter future. You can expect a safe and supportive environment in our sessions where you can express yourself freely and engage in structured problem-solving.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, caring, and highly attuned to others. They may struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling disconnected from their own needs. Often, they have experienced trauma, difficult relationships, or early experiences that taught them to prioritize others while losing touch with themselves.
Together, we explore the patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen self-awareness, and build a life rooted in authenticity, connection, and choice.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, caring, and highly attuned to others. They may struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling disconnected from their own needs. Often, they have experienced trauma, difficult relationships, or early experiences that taught them to prioritize others while losing touch with themselves.
Together, we explore the patterns that keep them stuck, strengthen self-awareness, and build a life rooted in authenticity, connection, and choice.
I practice person-centered therapy. I will listen to you with total presence and mindfulness from the first time meeting. I will connect with you where you are at the present moment and help you to walk your journey to a healthier you. I am also an eclectic therapist, which means I will draw on the tools that we decide are the most beneficial to your personal healing process. I look forward to working with you!
I practice person-centered therapy. I will listen to you with total presence and mindfulness from the first time meeting. I will connect with you where you are at the present moment and help you to walk your journey to a healthier you. I am also an eclectic therapist, which means I will draw on the tools that we decide are the most beneficial to your personal healing process. I look forward to working with you!
Do you sometimes or often find yourself feeling sad or overwhelmed by life's demands? You're certainly not alone. Life is unpredictable and occasionally difficult to handle. I can help you discover why you might be experiencing difficulty in finding joy and meaning in your life. I've helped many clients gain insight and make positive and lasting changes.My goal is to help clients find contentment and fulfilment through positive coping skills.
Do you sometimes or often find yourself feeling sad or overwhelmed by life's demands? You're certainly not alone. Life is unpredictable and occasionally difficult to handle. I can help you discover why you might be experiencing difficulty in finding joy and meaning in your life. I've helped many clients gain insight and make positive and lasting changes.My goal is to help clients find contentment and fulfilment through positive coping skills.
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You might be navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, loneliness, relationship challenges, or major life transitions.
I help people reconnect with the wisdom of their bodies so that healing emerges from within. Trauma and resiliency informed, I utilize IFS, EMDR, and Sandplay to help process past events and current beliefs. I offer an integrative approach that draws on years of experience supporting clients in healing, self-discovery, and lasting change.
You might be navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, loneliness, relationship challenges, or major life transitions.
I help people reconnect with the wisdom of their bodies so that healing emerges from within. Trauma and resiliency informed, I utilize IFS, EMDR, and Sandplay to help process past events and current beliefs. I offer an integrative approach that draws on years of experience supporting clients in healing, self-discovery, and lasting change.
I am a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist.
I love helping people make changes in their lives. Change can be very challenging whether it is a change you have to make or one that you choose such as leaving a relationship, changing jobs or moving. Although difficult, making changes can be very liberating and satisfying. You may be forced to go beyond your comfort zone and face difficult challenges on the way to changing your life but you will be stronger and wiser at the end. I will be there to support you as you change and grow and become a better, happier and healthier you.
I am a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist.
I love helping people make changes in their lives. Change can be very challenging whether it is a change you have to make or one that you choose such as leaving a relationship, changing jobs or moving. Although difficult, making changes can be very liberating and satisfying. You may be forced to go beyond your comfort zone and face difficult challenges on the way to changing your life but you will be stronger and wiser at the end. I will be there to support you as you change and grow and become a better, happier and healthier you.
As a Clinical Counselor, I believe individuals are always capable of change. I work hard to provide an environment that allows clients to explore their beliefs and circumstances. I work collaboratively with each client towards positive change and self-improvement. Goals take time to achieve due to the complex nature of human behavior, so I ask you to have patience with the therapeutic process. My work is rooted in evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches and mind-body practices including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness CBT.
As a Clinical Counselor, I believe individuals are always capable of change. I work hard to provide an environment that allows clients to explore their beliefs and circumstances. I work collaboratively with each client towards positive change and self-improvement. Goals take time to achieve due to the complex nature of human behavior, so I ask you to have patience with the therapeutic process. My work is rooted in evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches and mind-body practices including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness CBT.
I work with adult individuals navigating complex trauma, grief, and relational disconnection.
Our work together may include EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic/nervous-system regulation—approaches that help the body, mind, and spirit reconnect. My goal isn’t to “fix” you, but to help you remember your wholeness, so that life, love, and even grief can be met with more capacity and less fear.
I work with adult individuals navigating complex trauma, grief, and relational disconnection.
Our work together may include EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic/nervous-system regulation—approaches that help the body, mind, and spirit reconnect. My goal isn’t to “fix” you, but to help you remember your wholeness, so that life, love, and even grief can be met with more capacity and less fear.
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or anxiety that
just won't lift?
My approach is trauma-informed, gentle, and person-centered. I
believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to
walk alongside you as you process what's happened, reclaim
your sense of self, and create the future you deserve. I am
certified in Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) and
integrate attachment-based, somatic, IFS, CBT, an
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or anxiety that
just won't lift?
My approach is trauma-informed, gentle, and person-centered. I
believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to
walk alongside you as you process what's happened, reclaim
your sense of self, and create the future you deserve. I am
certified in Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) and
integrate attachment-based, somatic, IFS, CBT, an
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with 26 years of experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds with trauma, grief, addiction, relationship stress, immigration concerns, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and multicultural issues.
I earned my master’s in counseling from Catholic Theological Union. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I tailor each session to meet your unique needs.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) with 26 years of experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds with trauma, grief, addiction, relationship stress, immigration concerns, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, and multicultural issues.
I earned my master’s in counseling from Catholic Theological Union. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration. I tailor each session to meet your unique needs.
I have a lot of compassion for people going through life’s challenges and transitions, and feel privileged to work with those who are seeking support. I work with adults struggling with a broad range of issues, from depression and anxiety to self-esteem and trauma-related disorders. As a psychodynamic therapist, I believe that our earliest childhood experiences shape our actions and beliefs about the world. I have experience working with adolescents and adults.
I have a lot of compassion for people going through life’s challenges and transitions, and feel privileged to work with those who are seeking support. I work with adults struggling with a broad range of issues, from depression and anxiety to self-esteem and trauma-related disorders. As a psychodynamic therapist, I believe that our earliest childhood experiences shape our actions and beliefs about the world. I have experience working with adolescents and adults.
When you are ready to work and feel change in your life, to notice things & deliberately work on constructing the desired outcome, we can work together to accomplish what you are hoping for. We can get you through anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting struggles or whatever else you might be facing. And know that if I cannot help you, I will work to try to help you find someone that can. I never leave people hanging; I see things through to support you fully.
When you are ready to work and feel change in your life, to notice things & deliberately work on constructing the desired outcome, we can work together to accomplish what you are hoping for. We can get you through anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting struggles or whatever else you might be facing. And know that if I cannot help you, I will work to try to help you find someone that can. I never leave people hanging; I see things through to support you fully.
Some of my specialties include grief, anxiety, depression, relationship Issues, self-esteem and helping you create balance in your life.
I believe that meaningful therapy is possible when you feel deeply heard, understood, and appreciated while you are experiencing challenges that may seem overwhelming. Your unique story is important to me and we can work together to try and make sense of it. I take time to listen and learn what is most helpful for your growth and well-being. This includes hearing about your strengths as well as your struggles. You are encouraged to share your ideas about what you hope to accomplish as we create goals together.
Some of my specialties include grief, anxiety, depression, relationship Issues, self-esteem and helping you create balance in your life.
I believe that meaningful therapy is possible when you feel deeply heard, understood, and appreciated while you are experiencing challenges that may seem overwhelming. Your unique story is important to me and we can work together to try and make sense of it. I take time to listen and learn what is most helpful for your growth and well-being. This includes hearing about your strengths as well as your struggles. You are encouraged to share your ideas about what you hope to accomplish as we create goals together.
My clinical focus includes fat liberation/anti-diet body image, grief and loss, fertility challenges/pregnancy loss, family and relationship struggles, and life transitions.
I have specific training in Expressive Arts Therapy, which utilizes art-making as therapeutic. Artistic experience is not required to benefit from this type of counseling, and this is always optional. Expressive Arts uses creative expression as part of the therapy process.
My clinical focus includes fat liberation/anti-diet body image, grief and loss, fertility challenges/pregnancy loss, family and relationship struggles, and life transitions.
I have specific training in Expressive Arts Therapy, which utilizes art-making as therapeutic. Artistic experience is not required to benefit from this type of counseling, and this is always optional. Expressive Arts uses creative expression as part of the therapy process.
Wellspring Grief Journey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Albuquerque, NM 87114
Waitlist for new clients
I am dedicated to providing compassionate counseling services to individuals and families struggling with the grief journey.
I utilize skills from a companioning model (Wolfelt), finding meaning and ritual (Kessler and Weller), CBT, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, and Sand Tray Therapy.
I am dedicated to providing compassionate counseling services to individuals and families struggling with the grief journey.
I utilize skills from a companioning model (Wolfelt), finding meaning and ritual (Kessler and Weller), CBT, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, and Sand Tray Therapy.
I'm a seasoned Social Worker with extensive experience specializing in healthcare and case management. I have honed my skills in various aspects of social work, making me a valuable resource for individuals and families navigating complex life situations.
In my practice, I employ talk therapy as a means to help clients gain deeper insights into their own lives and familial relationships. This therapeutic approach fosters self-awareness and empowers clients to navigate their personal challenges with clarity and resilience.
I'm a seasoned Social Worker with extensive experience specializing in healthcare and case management. I have honed my skills in various aspects of social work, making me a valuable resource for individuals and families navigating complex life situations.
In my practice, I employ talk therapy as a means to help clients gain deeper insights into their own lives and familial relationships. This therapeutic approach fosters self-awareness and empowers clients to navigate their personal challenges with clarity and resilience.
Even when things seem fine on the outside, emotional exhaustion, grief, or trauma can keep you stuck in survival mode.
I specialize in the intersection of Grief, Trauma (PTSD), and Addiction. My approach is warm yet structured, utilizing Gottman-informed tools for couples and CBT/DBT for individuals. Expect a collaborative space where we target the root causes of emotional overwhelm, helping you move from feeling stuck to feeling grounded and confident.
Even when things seem fine on the outside, emotional exhaustion, grief, or trauma can keep you stuck in survival mode.
I specialize in the intersection of Grief, Trauma (PTSD), and Addiction. My approach is warm yet structured, utilizing Gottman-informed tools for couples and CBT/DBT for individuals. Expect a collaborative space where we target the root causes of emotional overwhelm, helping you move from feeling stuck to feeling grounded and confident.
I am currently working toward certification as a Grief Counselor and completing coursework toward AASECT certification.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. My background includes facilitating an art therapy program for incarcerated youth and providing play therapy to children as young as five years old in a counseling agency setting. These experiences have strengthened my ability to meet clients where they are.
I am currently working toward certification as a Grief Counselor and completing coursework toward AASECT certification.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. My background includes facilitating an art therapy program for incarcerated youth and providing play therapy to children as young as five years old in a counseling agency setting. These experiences have strengthened my ability to meet clients where they are.
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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.