Grief Therapists in Manayunk, PA
Whether you're struggling with self-esteem, grief, racial or religious trauma, or identity concerns, I’m here to walk with you through it.
Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and work toward a more meaningful life. I also offer trauma-focused interventions like Prolonged Exposure Therapy to help you heal and achieve balance after traumatic life experiences.
Whether you're struggling with self-esteem, grief, racial or religious trauma, or identity concerns, I’m here to walk with you through it.
Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and work toward a more meaningful life. I also offer trauma-focused interventions like Prolonged Exposure Therapy to help you heal and achieve balance after traumatic life experiences.
I specialize in grief counseling and mood disorders, as well as working with the LGBTQIA+ community, of which I am a part.
I work from a person-centered, open conversational approach to therapy where your feedback is welcomed, encouraged and affirmed through this collaborative process. I strive to meet you where you are at all times. Through validating your experience and feedback, I strive to provide a space where you feel empowered by speaking your truth.
I specialize in grief counseling and mood disorders, as well as working with the LGBTQIA+ community, of which I am a part.
I work from a person-centered, open conversational approach to therapy where your feedback is welcomed, encouraged and affirmed through this collaborative process. I strive to meet you where you are at all times. Through validating your experience and feedback, I strive to provide a space where you feel empowered by speaking your truth.
I work with teens, young adults, and middle-adult women who may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship stress, parenting challenges, or the constant balancing act of everyday life. Many of the people I support are navigating big transitions, starting careers, managing family responsibilities, redefining relationships, or figuring out who they are in this next phase of life. If you often find yourself overthinking, feeling emotionally drained, or wondering how everyone else seems to “have it together,” you are definitely not alone and you don’t have to sort it out by yourself.
I work with teens, young adults, and middle-adult women who may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, relationship stress, parenting challenges, or the constant balancing act of everyday life. Many of the people I support are navigating big transitions, starting careers, managing family responsibilities, redefining relationships, or figuring out who they are in this next phase of life. If you often find yourself overthinking, feeling emotionally drained, or wondering how everyone else seems to “have it together,” you are definitely not alone and you don’t have to sort it out by yourself.
You've been scrolling through profiles from a Google search hoping to find the perfect match. You might have even creeped on a few therapists' websites to get a closer look, but you haven't found the one that makes you want to commit. Stop that. This isn't online dating and you don't need a perfect match. You need empathy and honesty. You also don't need to commit all at once. The only way you'll really know if a therapist is for you is to meet the therapist. So go ahead. Creep my website if you want. I promise, though, that you'll get a better sense of what I can offer you by scheduling a consultation.
You've been scrolling through profiles from a Google search hoping to find the perfect match. You might have even creeped on a few therapists' websites to get a closer look, but you haven't found the one that makes you want to commit. Stop that. This isn't online dating and you don't need a perfect match. You need empathy and honesty. You also don't need to commit all at once. The only way you'll really know if a therapist is for you is to meet the therapist. So go ahead. Creep my website if you want. I promise, though, that you'll get a better sense of what I can offer you by scheduling a consultation.
I'm Jilana Jaxon, a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, grief, and perinatal mental health.
Our first session is really about getting to know each other. I'll want to understand what brought you in, including some history and context around what you've been experiencing, so I can get a sense of what would be most helpful for you going forward.
I'm Jilana Jaxon, a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, grief, and perinatal mental health.
Our first session is really about getting to know each other. I'll want to understand what brought you in, including some history and context around what you've been experiencing, so I can get a sense of what would be most helpful for you going forward.
"Even here, you are growing." - Morgan Harper Nichols. Welcome! I believe in holding a curious and compassionate space for folks that are looking to navigate, and grow within, times of difficulty or change. I have valued my time empowering adults in my specialty areas including ADHD, anxiety, relational conflicts, low self worth, life transitions, and stress. My goal is to meet people exactly where they are and be a source of empowerment and guidance within their journey.
"Even here, you are growing." - Morgan Harper Nichols. Welcome! I believe in holding a curious and compassionate space for folks that are looking to navigate, and grow within, times of difficulty or change. I have valued my time empowering adults in my specialty areas including ADHD, anxiety, relational conflicts, low self worth, life transitions, and stress. My goal is to meet people exactly where they are and be a source of empowerment and guidance within their journey.
I’m an art psychotherapist who works with children, teens, young adults, and parents navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, mood disorders, and stressful life transitions.
My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, focusing on inner child work, self-care, and building coping skills that feel authentic. Together, we’ll strengthen resilience, increase self-awareness, and help you feel more grounded and connected to yourself. I am available in person on Saturdays Sundays and Mondays! Virtual availability on Wednesdays.
I’m an art psychotherapist who works with children, teens, young adults, and parents navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, mood disorders, and stressful life transitions.
My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, focusing on inner child work, self-care, and building coping skills that feel authentic. Together, we’ll strengthen resilience, increase self-awareness, and help you feel more grounded and connected to yourself. I am available in person on Saturdays Sundays and Mondays! Virtual availability on Wednesdays.
I strive to create a safe, supportive environment to explore many of life's difficulties including complex trauma, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship/attachment issues, self-esteem, chronic illness, phobias, loss & grief, mood disorders, & spiritual issues.
I specialize in working with complex trauma, trauma, PTSD, attachment issues & dissociation. I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, loss & grief, relationship issues, self-esteem, & addiction/recovery. I am a registered Yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance & a meditation teacher and mentor. Video counseling & coaching for individuals is available.
I strive to create a safe, supportive environment to explore many of life's difficulties including complex trauma, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship/attachment issues, self-esteem, chronic illness, phobias, loss & grief, mood disorders, & spiritual issues.
I specialize in working with complex trauma, trauma, PTSD, attachment issues & dissociation. I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, loss & grief, relationship issues, self-esteem, & addiction/recovery. I am a registered Yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance & a meditation teacher and mentor. Video counseling & coaching for individuals is available.
Your feelings and experiences are unique. You may need a supportive presence to help you explore and affirm your core values, or perhaps you need to be challenged? I can help you find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, and how you negotiate relationships in love and work. In spite of our super-connected high-tech world, modern life can be fraught with feelings of isolation and loneliness. Everything you need to know in order to live life to its fullest is already inside of you. Let me help you make deeper contact with yourself and others. Pick up the phone and make call me now to get started.
Your feelings and experiences are unique. You may need a supportive presence to help you explore and affirm your core values, or perhaps you need to be challenged? I can help you find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself, and how you negotiate relationships in love and work. In spite of our super-connected high-tech world, modern life can be fraught with feelings of isolation and loneliness. Everything you need to know in order to live life to its fullest is already inside of you. Let me help you make deeper contact with yourself and others. Pick up the phone and make call me now to get started.
As a licensed psychologist, my goal is to help empower you to transform your life in the ways you desire. Therapy works by helping you develop new understandings about yourself, and new strategies for handling your emotions, thoughts, and behavior. The fact that you are considering therapy means that you have already taken the first, and perhaps most important step. Ultimately, therapy can enhance your self esteem, connectedness to others, effectiveness in your life, and happiness.
As a licensed psychologist, my goal is to help empower you to transform your life in the ways you desire. Therapy works by helping you develop new understandings about yourself, and new strategies for handling your emotions, thoughts, and behavior. The fact that you are considering therapy means that you have already taken the first, and perhaps most important step. Ultimately, therapy can enhance your self esteem, connectedness to others, effectiveness in your life, and happiness.
This may include recovering from trauma, addiction, grief, spiritual crisis, or just the emotional turmoil and sense of upheaval that comes after unexpected events, or when moving between life’s stages.
I believe that therapy should provide a secure and non-judgemental space in which you may begin to view with curiosity and process even the most frightening and toxic aspects of your past and inner world. We will examine the dynamic patterns from which your life is woven, and collaborate to establish healthy and meaningful new patterns in the present.
This may include recovering from trauma, addiction, grief, spiritual crisis, or just the emotional turmoil and sense of upheaval that comes after unexpected events, or when moving between life’s stages.
I believe that therapy should provide a secure and non-judgemental space in which you may begin to view with curiosity and process even the most frightening and toxic aspects of your past and inner world. We will examine the dynamic patterns from which your life is woven, and collaborate to establish healthy and meaningful new patterns in the present.
I am a compassionate clinical social worker who believes in the ability of human beings to change their lives and behaviors. My biggest strength is in creating a safe environment where my clients feel comfortable revealing their deepest feelings and fears without judgement. I see the role of the therapist as being a facilitator; helping clients to explore their concerns or symptoms in order to gain insight into their lives and relationships.
I am a compassionate clinical social worker who believes in the ability of human beings to change their lives and behaviors. My biggest strength is in creating a safe environment where my clients feel comfortable revealing their deepest feelings and fears without judgement. I see the role of the therapist as being a facilitator; helping clients to explore their concerns or symptoms in order to gain insight into their lives and relationships.
As a postdoctoral fellow at Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), I work under the license and supervision of the expert clinicians on staff. I prioritize collaboration, compassion, and genuineness in the therapeutic relationship to accomplish therapeutic goals. I use CBT interventions and incorporate motivational interviewing and mindfulness in my work with clients. CBT is a time-sensitive, structured, present-oriented form of talk therapy that has been scientifically tested and found to be effective for the treatment of many different physical and mental health issues.
As a postdoctoral fellow at Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), I work under the license and supervision of the expert clinicians on staff. I prioritize collaboration, compassion, and genuineness in the therapeutic relationship to accomplish therapeutic goals. I use CBT interventions and incorporate motivational interviewing and mindfulness in my work with clients. CBT is a time-sensitive, structured, present-oriented form of talk therapy that has been scientifically tested and found to be effective for the treatment of many different physical and mental health issues.
In today’s complex world, people often experience stress at work, at home and in relationships. When this becomes persistent, excessive, or is routinely triggered by everyday situations, it becomes disruptive to leading a healthy, well-rounded, and fulfilling life. The great news is that with professional guidance and support, one can reengage with the world, develop a healthy work life balance, have good relationships with family and friends and move towards living a fulfilling life. Seeking help is the first step. A step that only you can take.
In today’s complex world, people often experience stress at work, at home and in relationships. When this becomes persistent, excessive, or is routinely triggered by everyday situations, it becomes disruptive to leading a healthy, well-rounded, and fulfilling life. The great news is that with professional guidance and support, one can reengage with the world, develop a healthy work life balance, have good relationships with family and friends and move towards living a fulfilling life. Seeking help is the first step. A step that only you can take.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when cost is part of the equation. At Spilove Psychotherapy, our graduate therapy interns offer thoughtful, trauma-informed care at a reduced rate, under close supervision from licensed, experienced clinicians. You do not have to choose between affordability and depth. You are not broken. You deserve support that meets you where you are, with curiosity, care, and respect for your inner wisdom. Our intern therapists are advanced graduate students completing their clinical training in counseling and marriage & family therapy.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when cost is part of the equation. At Spilove Psychotherapy, our graduate therapy interns offer thoughtful, trauma-informed care at a reduced rate, under close supervision from licensed, experienced clinicians. You do not have to choose between affordability and depth. You are not broken. You deserve support that meets you where you are, with curiosity, care, and respect for your inner wisdom. Our intern therapists are advanced graduate students completing their clinical training in counseling and marriage & family therapy.
With over 25 years of experience as a therapist, I understand that seeking therapy can feel like a difficult first step. I provide a compassionate, collaborative space to explore issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the complex demands of caregiving—especially for transgender youth and adults. Whether you're navigating motherhood, career stress, or personal growth, my goal is to help you gain clarity, deepen insight, and improve your overall well-being. I welcome you to my comfortable office in Gladwyne to begin this work together.
With over 25 years of experience as a therapist, I understand that seeking therapy can feel like a difficult first step. I provide a compassionate, collaborative space to explore issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the complex demands of caregiving—especially for transgender youth and adults. Whether you're navigating motherhood, career stress, or personal growth, my goal is to help you gain clarity, deepen insight, and improve your overall well-being. I welcome you to my comfortable office in Gladwyne to begin this work together.
Feeling a little lost about what’s next in life? Having a hard time figuring out who you are, what you want, or how to get there? Maybe you're struggling with friendships, dating, or communication in your relationships. If you're feeling more stressed or anxious lately—especially as you navigate big life changes like college, moving, being in a more serious relationship, or starting your career, I’m here to help! As a clinical psychotherapist working with young adults, I provide a supportive space for self-exploration, building confidence, learning concrete strategies, and finding fulfillment—no matter where you are on your journey!
Feeling a little lost about what’s next in life? Having a hard time figuring out who you are, what you want, or how to get there? Maybe you're struggling with friendships, dating, or communication in your relationships. If you're feeling more stressed or anxious lately—especially as you navigate big life changes like college, moving, being in a more serious relationship, or starting your career, I’m here to help! As a clinical psychotherapist working with young adults, I provide a supportive space for self-exploration, building confidence, learning concrete strategies, and finding fulfillment—no matter where you are on your journey!
Starting therapy means entering a unique relationship that is centered on your care, and which offers profound growth. I see it as a source of understanding and empowerment - it allows us to better know ourselves and also to be ourselves in the world more fully and freely. As such, therapy works to alleviate your pain while expanding your possibilities for living. I meet with individuals and couples from various backgrounds and life experiences, but work best with those who are curious about themselves or want to cultivate that curiosity to help them get unstuck from patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that are no longer serving them.
Starting therapy means entering a unique relationship that is centered on your care, and which offers profound growth. I see it as a source of understanding and empowerment - it allows us to better know ourselves and also to be ourselves in the world more fully and freely. As such, therapy works to alleviate your pain while expanding your possibilities for living. I meet with individuals and couples from various backgrounds and life experiences, but work best with those who are curious about themselves or want to cultivate that curiosity to help them get unstuck from patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that are no longer serving them.
Emending
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC, MHt
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
With nearly three decades in mental health and advanced training in trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, sports and artist improvements and blockages, OCD, and more, I've discovered the efficacy of EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, and Energy Healing in facilitating healing.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of deep healing and transformation? I am currently offering intensive EMDR/Brainspotting sessions, ranging from 3 to 6 hours per day, designed to provide profound breakthroughs in a shorter timeframe. These sessions are an investment in your well-being, offered as an out-of-pocket expense.
With nearly three decades in mental health and advanced training in trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, sports and artist improvements and blockages, OCD, and more, I've discovered the efficacy of EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, and Energy Healing in facilitating healing.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of deep healing and transformation? I am currently offering intensive EMDR/Brainspotting sessions, ranging from 3 to 6 hours per day, designed to provide profound breakthroughs in a shorter timeframe. These sessions are an investment in your well-being, offered as an out-of-pocket expense.
More Therapists Nearby
Throughout my experience, I have encountered a range of individuals with numerous difficulties and struggles, from Opioid Addiction to Borderline Personality Disorder to Grief and Loss and more.
I have certifications in Rational Living Therapy as well as being an Advanced Trauma Specialist. I help clients recognize how they developed irrational coping strategies to deal with traumatic events in their lives.
Throughout my experience, I have encountered a range of individuals with numerous difficulties and struggles, from Opioid Addiction to Borderline Personality Disorder to Grief and Loss and more.
I have certifications in Rational Living Therapy as well as being an Advanced Trauma Specialist. I help clients recognize how they developed irrational coping strategies to deal with traumatic events in their lives.
See more therapy options for Manayunk
Nearby Grief Therapists Searches for Manayunk
- Ardmore
- Bala Cynwyd
- Conshohocken
- Gladwyne
- Haverford
- Lafayette Hill
- Merion Station
- Narberth
- Penn Valley
- Philadelphia
- Upper Darby
- Wynnewood
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.