Grief Therapists in Mid City East, PA
I am so glad you're here and ready to take the next step towards your wellness! My name is Marisela, but you can call me Mari. I am a passionate, dancing, coffee loving, Latina, who is also a spooky enthusiast. I love what I do, and I love working with people. I truly believe in each person and their own abilities and capabilities. My job as your therapist is to listen without judgment, and provide a sounding board to support you in uncovering what capabilities and knowledge you already have. I believe in meeting people where they are at, and building a deep therapeutic relationship.
I am so glad you're here and ready to take the next step towards your wellness! My name is Marisela, but you can call me Mari. I am a passionate, dancing, coffee loving, Latina, who is also a spooky enthusiast. I love what I do, and I love working with people. I truly believe in each person and their own abilities and capabilities. My job as your therapist is to listen without judgment, and provide a sounding board to support you in uncovering what capabilities and knowledge you already have. I believe in meeting people where they are at, and building a deep therapeutic relationship.
For over twenty years, I’ve helped adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, insomnia, and life transitions using compassionate, evidence-based strategies that support both relief and growth.
I help adults who reside in Pennsylvania navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and insomnia by providing practical coping tools and a supportive space to process what feels overwhelming. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your comfort, so you leave feeling more grounded, understood, and equipped for daily life.
For over twenty years, I’ve helped adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, insomnia, and life transitions using compassionate, evidence-based strategies that support both relief and growth.
I help adults who reside in Pennsylvania navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and insomnia by providing practical coping tools and a supportive space to process what feels overwhelming. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your comfort, so you leave feeling more grounded, understood, and equipped for daily life.
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with 20 years of experience, and I’ve dedicated my career to walking alongside children, teens, adults, and families, especially those impacted by trauma. My experiences are around helping people heal from anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, and complex family dynamics. I bring a unique combination of clinical expertise, academic training, and lived experience to the therapy space.
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with 20 years of experience, and I’ve dedicated my career to walking alongside children, teens, adults, and families, especially those impacted by trauma. My experiences are around helping people heal from anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, and complex family dynamics. I bring a unique combination of clinical expertise, academic training, and lived experience to the therapy space.
For many people, this is a difficult time of year. That’s why I make myself available even though it’s the holiday season. Therapy, as I deliver it, is meant to give you some relief.
Most of us never were taught how to navigate conflict fairly or how to deal with the darker side of life and its tragedies. You can learn to better manage relationships, conflict, life changes, day-to-day stress, and even trauma. You can be confident that your therapy will be tailored to honor your needs and unique background.
For many people, this is a difficult time of year. That’s why I make myself available even though it’s the holiday season. Therapy, as I deliver it, is meant to give you some relief.
Most of us never were taught how to navigate conflict fairly or how to deal with the darker side of life and its tragedies. You can learn to better manage relationships, conflict, life changes, day-to-day stress, and even trauma. You can be confident that your therapy will be tailored to honor your needs and unique background.
Perhaps the familiar ways of coping with challenges no longer bring the same relief. You may be feeling unsettled by how recent events are affecting your relationships or work. You want things to feel different, but you're unsure how to get there. I take that desire seriously. Together, we can transform the expectations for yourself that keep you stuck into curiosity about your inner world and your relationships. My goal in therapy is to help you turn that hope into empowerment, so you can approach life's challenges—and rewards—with a renewed sense of confidence in your own abilities.
Perhaps the familiar ways of coping with challenges no longer bring the same relief. You may be feeling unsettled by how recent events are affecting your relationships or work. You want things to feel different, but you're unsure how to get there. I take that desire seriously. Together, we can transform the expectations for yourself that keep you stuck into curiosity about your inner world and your relationships. My goal in therapy is to help you turn that hope into empowerment, so you can approach life's challenges—and rewards—with a renewed sense of confidence in your own abilities.
Looking to find clarity, confidence, and balance in life? I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with 7+ years of experience helping clients navigate life’s twists and turns. I use a real-life, client-centered approach rooted in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness, focusing on small, intentional changes that lead to meaningful results. Outside of work, I’m a proud mom of four, a wife, and a fan of dogs and humor—bringing a down-to-earth perspective into every session.
Looking to find clarity, confidence, and balance in life? I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with 7+ years of experience helping clients navigate life’s twists and turns. I use a real-life, client-centered approach rooted in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness, focusing on small, intentional changes that lead to meaningful results. Outside of work, I’m a proud mom of four, a wife, and a fan of dogs and humor—bringing a down-to-earth perspective into every session.
Whether it has a name like anxiety, depression, shame, fear, grief, addiction, trauma, something that has stayed with you from the past, or something harder to name, there is a way forward.
I am a Level 3 Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist working with adults and young adults, as well as others in helping roles. I use IFS and Somatic IFS as my primary framework for therapy because it is trauma-informed, respectful, and non-pathologizing—and allows for depth, connection, and growth while honoring choice and safety.
Whether it has a name like anxiety, depression, shame, fear, grief, addiction, trauma, something that has stayed with you from the past, or something harder to name, there is a way forward.
I am a Level 3 Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist working with adults and young adults, as well as others in helping roles. I use IFS and Somatic IFS as my primary framework for therapy because it is trauma-informed, respectful, and non-pathologizing—and allows for depth, connection, and growth while honoring choice and safety.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
As a therapist, I am deeply committed to understanding your needs, strengths, and life experiences which have shaped who you are today. I value fostering an environment in which trust can be founded upon creating a safe, warm, nonjudgmental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Together, we will develop coping skills and strategies to help you feel empowered to effectively manage your life concerns. You can expect that I will regularly seek your feedback and input during our journey together as I strongly believe you are the expert in knowing yourself best.
As a therapist, I am deeply committed to understanding your needs, strengths, and life experiences which have shaped who you are today. I value fostering an environment in which trust can be founded upon creating a safe, warm, nonjudgmental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Together, we will develop coping skills and strategies to help you feel empowered to effectively manage your life concerns. You can expect that I will regularly seek your feedback and input during our journey together as I strongly believe you are the expert in knowing yourself best.
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I help clients move through trauma, anxiety, and grief using therapy tools that are active, compassionate, and grounded in what matters most to you.
In our first session, we’ll explore what you hope to gain from therapy and identify your strengths and needs. I’ll explain my approach, answer your questions, and outline initial goals. From day one, you’ll leave with practical strategies to begin moving toward what matters most to you.
I help clients move through trauma, anxiety, and grief using therapy tools that are active, compassionate, and grounded in what matters most to you.
In our first session, we’ll explore what you hope to gain from therapy and identify your strengths and needs. I’ll explain my approach, answer your questions, and outline initial goals. From day one, you’ll leave with practical strategies to begin moving toward what matters most to you.
I believe that the most important and healing aspect of therapy is the relationship I develop with each of my clients. Whether you are seeking therapy for help with a specific problem or general dissatisfaction with your life, my first goal is always to establish an atmosphere of trust and openness so that you can talk freely about yourself. Therapy is not a quick fix, but sometimes even a few sessions can give you a different perspective. Being truly listened to is an experience people find very helpful from the very beginning.
I believe that the most important and healing aspect of therapy is the relationship I develop with each of my clients. Whether you are seeking therapy for help with a specific problem or general dissatisfaction with your life, my first goal is always to establish an atmosphere of trust and openness so that you can talk freely about yourself. Therapy is not a quick fix, but sometimes even a few sessions can give you a different perspective. Being truly listened to is an experience people find very helpful from the very beginning.
Grief can be an intricate and isolating experience for People Pleasers.
In each session, I embody values of unconditional acceptance, curiosity, nonjudgment, and playfulness. I specialize in providing an integrative, holistic, and strengths-based approach to therapy, tailored to your unique needs. Your therapy care plan will use evidence-based interventions from mindfulness-based CBT and DBT, fostering resilience and well-being.
Grief can be an intricate and isolating experience for People Pleasers.
In each session, I embody values of unconditional acceptance, curiosity, nonjudgment, and playfulness. I specialize in providing an integrative, holistic, and strengths-based approach to therapy, tailored to your unique needs. Your therapy care plan will use evidence-based interventions from mindfulness-based CBT and DBT, fostering resilience and well-being.
I provide individual and group counseling services as well as educational programs across the life span. I operate from an existential, humanistic, person-centered philosophy that emphasizes meaning in one's life, self-actualization, responsibility, and relationships. I view counseling from a tripartite approach where I assist my clients with self-awareness, gaining knowledge, and developing strategies to manage effectively and successfully the various transitions they are experiencing in their lives. I employ my diverse training and integrate a multiplicity of therapeutic interventions that yield optimum results for the individual.
I provide individual and group counseling services as well as educational programs across the life span. I operate from an existential, humanistic, person-centered philosophy that emphasizes meaning in one's life, self-actualization, responsibility, and relationships. I view counseling from a tripartite approach where I assist my clients with self-awareness, gaining knowledge, and developing strategies to manage effectively and successfully the various transitions they are experiencing in their lives. I employ my diverse training and integrate a multiplicity of therapeutic interventions that yield optimum results for the individual.
I provide therapy for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relational issues, life stressors, and more.
Has anyone suggested that you talk to someone about what you’re dealing with? Are you thinking it might be a good idea to get an outside perspective on things you’re going through? Maybe you’re not sure about this whole “therapy” thing but, part of you wonders if it could help. Do you usually have a handle on things but lately you’re overwhelmed, irritable, and feel like something needs to change? Or, do you just need someone to talk to? Therapy can give you the opportunity to explore what you’re feeling, reflect, learn and grow in a safe, compassionate, and psychologically supportive environment.
I provide therapy for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relational issues, life stressors, and more.
Has anyone suggested that you talk to someone about what you’re dealing with? Are you thinking it might be a good idea to get an outside perspective on things you’re going through? Maybe you’re not sure about this whole “therapy” thing but, part of you wonders if it could help. Do you usually have a handle on things but lately you’re overwhelmed, irritable, and feel like something needs to change? Or, do you just need someone to talk to? Therapy can give you the opportunity to explore what you’re feeling, reflect, learn and grow in a safe, compassionate, and psychologically supportive environment.
My experience encompasses working with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, trauma, and chronic mental illness.
Life is messy— a truth that can both exhilarate and challenge us. As we navigate the twists and turns of life, we need support, feedback, and to be seen and heard. I believe therapy offers the space and power to foster such healing, growth, and connection. My approach is grounded in the belief that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation needed for a successful therapeutic experience. As we embark on this journey together, I will strive to create an environment that is warm, fun, empathic, and non-judgmental; a space where you feel safe exploring and processing your lived experiences.
My experience encompasses working with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, trauma, and chronic mental illness.
Life is messy— a truth that can both exhilarate and challenge us. As we navigate the twists and turns of life, we need support, feedback, and to be seen and heard. I believe therapy offers the space and power to foster such healing, growth, and connection. My approach is grounded in the belief that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation needed for a successful therapeutic experience. As we embark on this journey together, I will strive to create an environment that is warm, fun, empathic, and non-judgmental; a space where you feel safe exploring and processing your lived experiences.
The Art Of Listening Therapy with Shardae
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Certified Grief Therapist May 2025
“The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them” -Ralph G. Nichols. Through my many years of clinical experience, I’ve learned that there is an art to listening that requires skill, discipline, and patience. Listening to someone who is in need, is the pathway to healing and the relief of one’s suffering. I know the importance of having a safe place to let your hair down and be truly vulnerable. In my practice, I welcome all parts of you, without assumption or judgement. Many people struggle with chronic patterns that are typically related to past
Certified Grief Therapist May 2025
“The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them” -Ralph G. Nichols. Through my many years of clinical experience, I’ve learned that there is an art to listening that requires skill, discipline, and patience. Listening to someone who is in need, is the pathway to healing and the relief of one’s suffering. I know the importance of having a safe place to let your hair down and be truly vulnerable. In my practice, I welcome all parts of you, without assumption or judgement. Many people struggle with chronic patterns that are typically related to past
I have personally experienced grief or what is sometimes called "the dark night of the soul
I have been trained in DBT, a treatment that helps people who self-harm or attempt suicide. Also, friends and family or such persons, who often have been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder.
I have personally experienced grief or what is sometimes called "the dark night of the soul
I have been trained in DBT, a treatment that helps people who self-harm or attempt suicide. Also, friends and family or such persons, who often have been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Ray’s therapy and coaching are grounded in developing listening skills, improving emotional intelligence, working with family systems to improve effectiveness, and enhancing communication at all levels of system. Ray’s background in clinical Social Work allows him to look at clients holistically assisting these systems with finding new ways of interacting and achieving the stated goals. For the past 20 years, Ray has specialized in working with men with issues related to trauma, anxiety, and depression. In the therapy space, Ray has helped his male clients learn new methods of communication and healing.
Ray’s therapy and coaching are grounded in developing listening skills, improving emotional intelligence, working with family systems to improve effectiveness, and enhancing communication at all levels of system. Ray’s background in clinical Social Work allows him to look at clients holistically assisting these systems with finding new ways of interacting and achieving the stated goals. For the past 20 years, Ray has specialized in working with men with issues related to trauma, anxiety, and depression. In the therapy space, Ray has helped his male clients learn new methods of communication and healing.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, behavioral health concerns, and mood disorders. I provide support for school-age children, teens, and adults, tailoring each session to meet their unique needs.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, behavioral health concerns, and mood disorders. I provide support for school-age children, teens, and adults, tailoring each session to meet their unique needs.
I also support clients who choose to use their faith as a coping tool and incorporate prayer and seeking guidance from a higher power if that is important to them. My style is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and discussing current stressors, identifying triggers and core beliefs that cause distortions, looking at what you can and cannot change, using Distress Tolerance and a Wise Mind as well as setting boundaries and using assertive communication.I assist clients in identifying resources in the community and other support systems to help them reach their goals.
I also support clients who choose to use their faith as a coping tool and incorporate prayer and seeking guidance from a higher power if that is important to them. My style is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and discussing current stressors, identifying triggers and core beliefs that cause distortions, looking at what you can and cannot change, using Distress Tolerance and a Wise Mind as well as setting boundaries and using assertive communication.I assist clients in identifying resources in the community and other support systems to help them reach their goals.
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- Manayunk
- Merion Station
- Penn Valley
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- Upper Darby
- William Penn Annex West
- Wynnewood
- Yeadon
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.