Grief Therapists in Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, NY
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Jennifer Nathan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with adults, teens and couples dealing with issues related to life transitions, relationships, trauma,
loss
and depression.
Anxiety, frustration, worry and other challenges can keep us from experiencing joy, success, fulfillment and connection with loved ones. I believe that no matter how stuck or out of control one may feel, healing and growth are always possible.
Carolyn Gartner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you seeking relief for anxiety or
loss
of a loved one? Processing feelings in a safe environment can improve your improve your sleep and you find a feeling of security. I have supported clients through the pandemic coping with depression and generally grieving our pre-pandemic way of life as well as processing the transition from college to work or job to job during the pandemic. Separately, I have extensive experience with
death
,
grief
and chronic illness. I have 8 years of hospice experience, have facilitated
bereavement
groups, and have supported patients with long COVID/fibromyalgia/Chronic fatigue syndrome.
Randye L Wolf
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Anxiety, depression,
grief
,
loss
, and lack of self-compassion often contribute to feelings of hopelessness.
Sometimes life can seem overwhelming, and problems feel insurmountable. At these times, psychotherapy can be useful in helping you to find your way to a healthier, happier, and more meaningful life.
Rose Latino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also specialize in working with people struggling with complicated
grief
including
loss
of a child and
bereavement
from suicide.
I work with people facing a wide variety of life challenges including trauma, anxiety, family conflict, adoption issues, parenting challenges, career transition, complicated
grief
, and addiction recovery. My approach is trauma informed. I primarily use IFS & EMDR also blending CBT, Sensorimotor therapy, and mindfulness. I listen to what clients see as most important and use this as a starting point. I provide long or short term therapy according to the needs/interest of each individual. I have provided online therapy since 2011.
Noa Heyman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have experience working with individuals and couples, often but not limited to issues around
loss
,
grief
, parenting, professional changes, depression and anxiety.
My clients rely on me for honest feedback, a non-judgemental approach, empathy and at times, a touch of humor.
Working collaboratively, my clients uncover the root causes for their current state of unhappiness, and make changes towards a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
Susan O'Doherty
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a published writer (both fiction and nonfiction) and also perform as an actor, singer, and improviser. I work with both artists and people who don't consider themselves artistic, but who want to discover and develop their own creativity. In addition, I am a certified hypnotherapist who can help you manage symptoms of stress and pain, as well as behavioral change (cessation of smoking and nail biting, weight
loss
, sleep hygiene, etc.). My personal style is warm, friendly and interactive.
Theresa Sturley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you feeling anxious, sad or do you feel less energy and satisfaction than you used to? Is something in your life not working like a relationship, your career, or a life goal - leaving you feeling frustrated and stuck? I specialize in helping people work through childhood trauma, along with current day issues - workplace stress, anxiety, infertility, divorce and
grief
. I tend to be an "in the trenches" therapist - highly empathic, listening and responding. I use EMDR therapy and Somatic Experiencing tools when that could be a useful approach to resolve areas in which you feel triggered or anxious.
Daniel Halioua
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe in one’s capacity to heal. I work with people who have experienced all different types of trauma, as well as those coping with
grief
,
loss
, performance anxiety, and issues of self-worth. Using talk therapy and a strengths based, trauma informed practice, I help facilitate healing by providing the time and space to explore each person’s unique story.
Jenifer Cutler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Grief
is the price we pay for loving deeply and having to let go. It can result from the
death
of a loved one, end of a relationship, or the
loss
of a job, home or former identity.
Grief
can feel simultaneously empty, yet heavy. It can cause confusion of how to go on living a "normal" life. It can also feel like no one else could possibly understand. After a decade of working alongside individuals who were dying, providing counseling to care givers and loved ones, I understand the significant pain and trauma of grieving. I also know how to help in healing and restoring hope.
Benjamin Young
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified
Verified
He's worked with adults, college students, and couples dealing with anxiety, depression,
grief
/
bereavement
, spirituality, relationship difficulties, career uncertainty, trauma, and substance abuse.
Benjamin’s practice draws on Person-Centered and Psychodynamic approaches, while utilizing a number of other methods, based on the clients’ needs. These include REBT/CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-based skills, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). With these eclectic tools, he aims to create an environment where clients feel safe, accepted, and heard.
Heather M Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Do you feel stuck in your life? I am an experienced psychotherapist adept at helping people resolve their difficulties and move on with a more fulfilling life.
In a supportive environment and at your own pace, I will explore with you issues that are blocking your success. I will help you move forward--whether you need support after experiencing a trauma or
loss
, the confidence to change jobs, or insight into how to have healthier relationships--this is a forward moving process aimed at making your life more satisfying and productive.
Sydney J Fischer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I treat many people who are dealing with
grief
and
loss
.
First - I love my work. Everything else flows from that. I have been a psychotherapist for more than thirty years and have studied a variety of theoretical and practical techniques to help people in emotional pain. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work and a Certificate in Psychoanalysis. The most important thing for a therapist is to begin with the patients' concerns and feelings. As the great Rabbi Hillel said: "the rest is commentary."
Ellen Gorman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Loss
is a part of life.
Anyone who needs to grieve, especially in these times of Covid.
Sage Hill Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and earned my masters in the Family Therapy Training Program at the University of Rochester School of Medicine. Since graduating, I have worked in community mental health, helping clients on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships and specialize in
grief
work. I am trained in EMDR and Complicated
Grief
Treatment.
Not accepting new clients
Sarah Yarry
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Is the stress of life becoming difficult to manage? Maybe you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Or maybe you would like to understand your reactions and relationships better. It is a sign of strength to reach out for help when facing a challenge. My clients come to therapy with many types of goals including dealing with life stresses and making decisions, feelings of sadness or anxiety, understanding their identity better, relationship and sexual concerns,
grief
and
loss
, and managing medical problems. Together, we identify realistic ways to make key changes that get them on the path to feeling better.
Brian Johnston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Notwithstanding that every human has a uniqueness of their own, a few of the issues that can be explored in therapy are
loss
and
grief
, anxieties, interpersonal struggles, sexuality and gender, trauma, and self-defeating problems.
The approach I employ is informed by the view that psychoanalytic principles are radical in their nature, because part of the outcome aims at increasing one’s freedom from whatever constraining forces lead a person to embark on a therapeutic project. This is accomplished through a particular kind of listening to the patient's words and exploring the person’s history to locate previously unknown wishes one may then follow. Out of this can extend a life more creatively aligned with your singular vision.
Jacob Studioso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I believe in a person’s innate ability to find meaningful change and growth in their lives. Sometimes this can come in the form of making changes, finding greater balance, or exploring ways to cope with life's stressors. Modern life can drive disconnect between where we find joy and our everyday lives. Therapy can be a safe place to explore who you are, what drives you, and how you can better cope with the stress life brings. I have experience working with individuals, families, and groups of all ages and diverse backgrounds, and have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety,
grief
, finding purpose, and life changes.
Casey Leopold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, M, S, W
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with individuals navigating the intricacies of the human experience to help them cope with emotions that impact relationships with the self and others. My practice specializes in supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression,
grief
/
loss
, chronic illness, life transitions, and women’s issues.
Shelby Remillard
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I am an Indigenous (Laguna Pueblo) and Filipina therapist working with clients with histories of trauma,
grief
and
loss
, and establishing and growing healthy relationships. When you work with me, I allow you to set the tone of our therapy journey. Together, we explore what is the concern bringing you in and how you’d like it to be different in the future. Once we know where we’ve come from and where we are going, we can explore how we get there.
Pia Roper-Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with those experiencing anxiety, depression,
grief
, marital issues, and an array of other issues that have led to overwhelming stress and difficulty.
Sometimes life can be stressful and overwhelming leaving you feeling as if you are trying to climb out of a hole or as if you are continuously running with no destination. Therapy can help you make changes in your life by helping with achieving goals, and modifying your overall perspective and the way you manage the stressors that you face. Deciding to embark on the therapeutic journey is not an easy decision but the first step in achieving change. I specialize in working with adults that are struggling with transitional issues including changes professionally, in family, as well as yearns to resolve voids in their romantic life.
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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.