Grief Therapists in New York, NY
Navigating experiences such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship strains, and life transitions can be especially difficult when feeling stuck, alone, or misunderstood.
With warmth and curiosity, I approach therapy as a collaborative process. I utilize both talk therapy and body-awareness practices to help individuals better understand themselves and how they relate with the world. From these points of self-discovery, I support people in cultivating inner and outer change, honoring each person’s unique history and goals.
Navigating experiences such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship strains, and life transitions can be especially difficult when feeling stuck, alone, or misunderstood.
With warmth and curiosity, I approach therapy as a collaborative process. I utilize both talk therapy and body-awareness practices to help individuals better understand themselves and how they relate with the world. From these points of self-discovery, I support people in cultivating inner and outer change, honoring each person’s unique history and goals.
I often work from an existential standpoint, particularly when it comes to grief therapy, mourning and loss, and but I also draw from a wide range of ideas from the history of philosophy and literature.
In my practice, I teach approaches to thinking and living that inform a lifelong practice. The point is to build the foundation for an active mind. An analogy could be made with the active body, or somatic practice like exercise or yoga.
I often work from an existential standpoint, particularly when it comes to grief therapy, mourning and loss, and but I also draw from a wide range of ideas from the history of philosophy and literature.
In my practice, I teach approaches to thinking and living that inform a lifelong practice. The point is to build the foundation for an active mind. An analogy could be made with the active body, or somatic practice like exercise or yoga.
My main specialties are grief, anxiety related to death/dying, and body image.
My goal as your therapist is to see the full you, with curiosity about your dynamic uniqueness. I honor your personal values, past experiences and place in the world. Above all I will prioritize a feeling of relational safety, and I don’t subscribe to the idea that therapy needs to be uncomfortable or overwhelming; I care about your limits and boundaries and I trust your intuition. I also bring myself into the room with humor and compassion, and you’ll be able to feel my warmth and presence in a reliable and kind way.
My main specialties are grief, anxiety related to death/dying, and body image.
My goal as your therapist is to see the full you, with curiosity about your dynamic uniqueness. I honor your personal values, past experiences and place in the world. Above all I will prioritize a feeling of relational safety, and I don’t subscribe to the idea that therapy needs to be uncomfortable or overwhelming; I care about your limits and boundaries and I trust your intuition. I also bring myself into the room with humor and compassion, and you’ll be able to feel my warmth and presence in a reliable and kind way.
I use CBT, cognitive restructuring, grief support, and Christian counseling to guide you toward healing and hope.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or past trauma? You’re not alone—life’s challenges are normal, and seeking help is a sign of strength. As a licensed counselor, I support individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I use CBT and DBT to tailor therapy to your needs. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and encouraging. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to share, heal, and grow. Let’s work together to build on your strengths and move toward hope and wholeness.
I use CBT, cognitive restructuring, grief support, and Christian counseling to guide you toward healing and hope.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or past trauma? You’re not alone—life’s challenges are normal, and seeking help is a sign of strength. As a licensed counselor, I support individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I use CBT and DBT to tailor therapy to your needs. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and encouraging. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to share, heal, and grow. Let’s work together to build on your strengths and move toward hope and wholeness.
If life has left you untethered— grief, addiction, career upheaval, or fractured relationships—you’re not alone.
Navigating the complexities of the mind requires more than one approach—it demands depth and perspective. Specializing in grief, anxiety, and the social challenges we often avoid, I combine humanistic modalities, including Gestalt method, to foster meaningful transformation. My work moves beyond symptom management, serving as a catalyst for healing & growth.
If life has left you untethered— grief, addiction, career upheaval, or fractured relationships—you’re not alone.
Navigating the complexities of the mind requires more than one approach—it demands depth and perspective. Specializing in grief, anxiety, and the social challenges we often avoid, I combine humanistic modalities, including Gestalt method, to foster meaningful transformation. My work moves beyond symptom management, serving as a catalyst for healing & growth.
Creativity is explored further with clients moving through grief.
Imago Therapy: couples are coached to talk without attacking and listen without defending. Gevisser works from the assumption that our unmet needs in childhood are carried into relationship, and that the relationship itself has the power to heal the individuals within it. He utilizes specific Imago techniques over the course.
Creativity is explored further with clients moving through grief.
Imago Therapy: couples are coached to talk without attacking and listen without defending. Gevisser works from the assumption that our unmet needs in childhood are carried into relationship, and that the relationship itself has the power to heal the individuals within it. He utilizes specific Imago techniques over the course.
I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma, cancer/chronic illness, grief, and young adults who are undergoing life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who believes in the power of understanding ones own story. I do not believe that you are “broken” or that you need to be “fixed.” I use a combination of mindfulness, strength-based, somatic, and compassion-focused approaches to empower my clients to re-claim parts of their story and achieve self-acceptance. I strive to help individuals better understand their past experiences and to unburden emotional pain. My goal is always to help you access your most authentic self, which can improve your relationships, help you achieve your goals, and improve your overall quality of life.
I specialize in helping individuals who have experienced trauma, cancer/chronic illness, grief, and young adults who are undergoing life transitions, anxiety, and depression.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who believes in the power of understanding ones own story. I do not believe that you are “broken” or that you need to be “fixed.” I use a combination of mindfulness, strength-based, somatic, and compassion-focused approaches to empower my clients to re-claim parts of their story and achieve self-acceptance. I strive to help individuals better understand their past experiences and to unburden emotional pain. My goal is always to help you access your most authentic self, which can improve your relationships, help you achieve your goals, and improve your overall quality of life.
Women often come to me for help with big transitions, body image issues, chronic illness and pain, caregiving burnout, grief and bereavement, postpartum depression/anxiety/OCD (PMADs), fertility and reproductive issues, sexual trauma, and processing a new diagnosis.
Together, we can resolve the fear, guilt, shame, anger, confusion and numbness you may be feeling. We will work to increase self-understanding, improve your relationships, and create a healthy and peaceful inner world. You will feel empowered to explore the “why” behind your behavior, thoughts, and feelings without fear of judgement or criticism.
Women often come to me for help with big transitions, body image issues, chronic illness and pain, caregiving burnout, grief and bereavement, postpartum depression/anxiety/OCD (PMADs), fertility and reproductive issues, sexual trauma, and processing a new diagnosis.
Together, we can resolve the fear, guilt, shame, anger, confusion and numbness you may be feeling. We will work to increase self-understanding, improve your relationships, and create a healthy and peaceful inner world. You will feel empowered to explore the “why” behind your behavior, thoughts, and feelings without fear of judgement or criticism.
Narrative Coaching works well with anyone going through a painful loss or rejection, such as a death, break-up or divorce, as well as anyone who desires change but feels stuck or struggling.
Seeing one's life as a coherent narrative is a powerful, life-changing experience. I know this from my own experience writing about an estranged family member. It helped me to release my feelings and thoughts, forgive myself and others, accept what can't be changed and re-frame my current life. It made me more aware and resilient for the next challenges.
Narrative Coaching works well with anyone going through a painful loss or rejection, such as a death, break-up or divorce, as well as anyone who desires change but feels stuck or struggling.
Seeing one's life as a coherent narrative is a powerful, life-changing experience. I know this from my own experience writing about an estranged family member. It helped me to release my feelings and thoughts, forgive myself and others, accept what can't be changed and re-frame my current life. It made me more aware and resilient for the next challenges.
My area of expertise includes burnout, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, grief, romantic relationship issues and infertility issue.
Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed? Anxious and scared, like there is no way out? I have good news:There is a way out, and I will help you find that way. The one that works for you! We will explore your environment and what is holding you back. We will work together to break through barriers, harness your unique potential and help you achieve your goals to live a meaningful life.Given my multitude of experience as a writer, educator, researcher, psychotherapist, years of work in the medical field, alongside my background in neuroscience, I take pride in being able to use an integrative approach tailored to each individual’s needs
My area of expertise includes burnout, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, grief, romantic relationship issues and infertility issue.
Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed? Anxious and scared, like there is no way out? I have good news:There is a way out, and I will help you find that way. The one that works for you! We will explore your environment and what is holding you back. We will work together to break through barriers, harness your unique potential and help you achieve your goals to live a meaningful life.Given my multitude of experience as a writer, educator, researcher, psychotherapist, years of work in the medical field, alongside my background in neuroscience, I take pride in being able to use an integrative approach tailored to each individual’s needs
As a result, you’re trapped in fear surrounding what to do next with regard to: your recent loss, your parenting, your relationships, your personal growth, or anything else that is high stakes for you to “just get it right
Somewhere along your path, you seem to have lost a bit of who you are. Maybe you’ve even forgotten why you do the things you do, or perhaps you’re starting to question the “why”s. You’re hoping to meet the real you someday - and that you like and appreciate who you see. You want to get to know, well… YOU!
As a result, you’re trapped in fear surrounding what to do next with regard to: your recent loss, your parenting, your relationships, your personal growth, or anything else that is high stakes for you to “just get it right
Somewhere along your path, you seem to have lost a bit of who you are. Maybe you’ve even forgotten why you do the things you do, or perhaps you’re starting to question the “why”s. You’re hoping to meet the real you someday - and that you like and appreciate who you see. You want to get to know, well… YOU!
As an Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist, I also bring deep expertise in grief and loss, including body grief and chronic illness.
I have experience supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and I am committed to creating a space that is not just affirming but actively supportive. I also bring a background in working with survivors of intimate partner violence, which shaped my understanding of trauma, resilience, and the importance of fostering safety in the therapeutic relationship.
As an Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist, I also bring deep expertise in grief and loss, including body grief and chronic illness.
I have experience supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and I am committed to creating a space that is not just affirming but actively supportive. I also bring a background in working with survivors of intimate partner violence, which shaped my understanding of trauma, resilience, and the importance of fostering safety in the therapeutic relationship.
Gina Moffa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice, I work with people going through loss different types of losses, grief associated with those losses, as well as helping people to navigate life transitions (even positive changes can come with challenges).
Everyone is unique, with different histories, patterns and needs - being able to be flexible in approach is vital. With training in EMDR, CBT, and other mindfulness-based approaches, I actively collaborate with clients to look honestly at their painful experiences and losses, and draw upon emotional, mental, and spiritual resilience to support healing.
In my practice, I work with people going through loss different types of losses, grief associated with those losses, as well as helping people to navigate life transitions (even positive changes can come with challenges).
Everyone is unique, with different histories, patterns and needs - being able to be flexible in approach is vital. With training in EMDR, CBT, and other mindfulness-based approaches, I actively collaborate with clients to look honestly at their painful experiences and losses, and draw upon emotional, mental, and spiritual resilience to support healing.
I have experience with trauma, addictions (including childhood survivors of addicted families) and grief and loss issues.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships or career. Have life tasks come to feel burdensome and unfulfilling. Are joy, happiness and desire become seemingly unattainable. Understanding repeated patterns is central to effecting change in all aspects of life. Learning how to better navigate life’s inevitable stress and disappointment is key to creating a richer more fulfilling life. I utilize a variety of approaches which best meets the needs of each client. Successful therapy, as I see it is a co-construction, I help clarify and create solution-focused change strategies.
I have experience with trauma, addictions (including childhood survivors of addicted families) and grief and loss issues.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationships or career. Have life tasks come to feel burdensome and unfulfilling. Are joy, happiness and desire become seemingly unattainable. Understanding repeated patterns is central to effecting change in all aspects of life. Learning how to better navigate life’s inevitable stress and disappointment is key to creating a richer more fulfilling life. I utilize a variety of approaches which best meets the needs of each client. Successful therapy, as I see it is a co-construction, I help clarify and create solution-focused change strategies.
I specialize in working with anxiety and depression related concerns including relationship issues, perfectionism/performance, life transitions, identity and self worth, grief, and burnout.
Life's twists and turns can be a challenge to navigate, especially when we find ourselves faced with something unexpected. You are not alone! I hope to sit along side you as we build a supportive therapeutic environment that can allow you to better align your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to your desired goals. Together, we'll use acceptance and compassionate understanding for where you're coming from to challenge and motivate you to find more helpful approaches for the future.
I specialize in working with anxiety and depression related concerns including relationship issues, perfectionism/performance, life transitions, identity and self worth, grief, and burnout.
Life's twists and turns can be a challenge to navigate, especially when we find ourselves faced with something unexpected. You are not alone! I hope to sit along side you as we build a supportive therapeutic environment that can allow you to better align your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to your desired goals. Together, we'll use acceptance and compassionate understanding for where you're coming from to challenge and motivate you to find more helpful approaches for the future.
Are you struggling with adoption or attachment related issues, relationship conflicts, grief, anxiety, work struggles or just general life things?
I utilize a variety of styles that are person-centered and trauma informed. I firmly believe that the therapeutic process should be collaborative and holistic. What that all means is let's do this together. I will also challenge you along the way. Part of growth is learning when you might be getting in your own way.
Are you struggling with adoption or attachment related issues, relationship conflicts, grief, anxiety, work struggles or just general life things?
I utilize a variety of styles that are person-centered and trauma informed. I firmly believe that the therapeutic process should be collaborative and holistic. What that all means is let's do this together. I will also challenge you along the way. Part of growth is learning when you might be getting in your own way.
I am a Clinical Social Worker experienced in trauma, adjustment issues, grief/ loss, as well as dealing with difficult emotions such as depression, anxiety and shame.
Most people enter into therapy to gain a better understanding of themselves with the hope of living a better life. This has become a major goal for many due to the aftermath of the pandemic. Are there issues in your life that are causing roadblocks or obstacles that you can’t seem to get past? Are you dealing with battles related to trauma, alcohol and addiction, sexual identity, depression, anxiety, or shame that are setting you off balance? One may have the desire, motivation, and willingness to move forward in their lives, but may need some direction and skills that will help navigate them through these complex experiences.
I am a Clinical Social Worker experienced in trauma, adjustment issues, grief/ loss, as well as dealing with difficult emotions such as depression, anxiety and shame.
Most people enter into therapy to gain a better understanding of themselves with the hope of living a better life. This has become a major goal for many due to the aftermath of the pandemic. Are there issues in your life that are causing roadblocks or obstacles that you can’t seem to get past? Are you dealing with battles related to trauma, alcohol and addiction, sexual identity, depression, anxiety, or shame that are setting you off balance? One may have the desire, motivation, and willingness to move forward in their lives, but may need some direction and skills that will help navigate them through these complex experiences.
Whether you are grappling with a life transition, the loss of a loved one, an unexpected health diagnosis, or LGBTQIA+ related matters, I am here to listen and learn along with you.
Nobody knows you better than you. Thoughts, needs, desires, and emotions are powerful facets of consciousness and they motivate our lives in unique ways that are worthy of deep consideration.
Whether you are grappling with a life transition, the loss of a loved one, an unexpected health diagnosis, or LGBTQIA+ related matters, I am here to listen and learn along with you.
Nobody knows you better than you. Thoughts, needs, desires, and emotions are powerful facets of consciousness and they motivate our lives in unique ways that are worthy of deep consideration.
I can help with depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, or another significant challenge at work or home.
Do you ever feel like no one will understand what you are going through? Do you feel all alone or misunderstood in your significant relationship? I want to help. As a licensed psychologist, I am trained to provide you - the individual or as a couple - the space to work on your goals and discover more hope.
I can help with depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, or another significant challenge at work or home.
Do you ever feel like no one will understand what you are going through? Do you feel all alone or misunderstood in your significant relationship? I want to help. As a licensed psychologist, I am trained to provide you - the individual or as a couple - the space to work on your goals and discover more hope.
I can also help you find courage and strength in face of grief and loss.
Working collaboratively and pragmatically, I help you develop a better understanding of yourself so you can direct your own life in healthy ways. Exploring your deepest hopes and fears isn't always easy but self-awareness is the key to living an authentic, emotionally rich life.
I can also help you find courage and strength in face of grief and loss.
Working collaboratively and pragmatically, I help you develop a better understanding of yourself so you can direct your own life in healthy ways. Exploring your deepest hopes and fears isn't always easy but self-awareness is the key to living an authentic, emotionally rich 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.