Grief Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
My focuses include working with adults of all ages to address a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and grief and loss.
As an art therapist, my approach to therapy is creative and integrated. I incorporate both traditional counseling techniques and creative self-expression in my work. I often use art to assist in self-exploration, coping with stress, and enhancing mindfulness. Artistic talent and experience are not required – only a willingness and openness to be creative!
My focuses include working with adults of all ages to address a variety of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and grief and loss.
As an art therapist, my approach to therapy is creative and integrated. I incorporate both traditional counseling techniques and creative self-expression in my work. I often use art to assist in self-exploration, coping with stress, and enhancing mindfulness. Artistic talent and experience are not required – only a willingness and openness to be creative!
Forward Wellness Counseling and Consulting LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, MS
4 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
At Forward Wellness, we specialize in maternal mental health, pregnancy loss, and traumatic or challenging childbirth experiences.
Beyond perinatal care, our clinicians have expertise in grief and loss, neurodivergence (including autism in women AFAB individuals), trauma, anxiety, and relationships. We also provide support for healthcare providers and caregivers facing burnout.
At Forward Wellness, we specialize in maternal mental health, pregnancy loss, and traumatic or challenging childbirth experiences.
Beyond perinatal care, our clinicians have expertise in grief and loss, neurodivergence (including autism in women AFAB individuals), trauma, anxiety, and relationships. We also provide support for healthcare providers and caregivers facing burnout.
I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with depression, mood swings, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, grief, parenting-related challenges, and caregiver stress.
I received my Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from the University of California Los Angeles. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness, humanistic, and supportive approaches while holding space for my clients' individual preferences and needs.
I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with depression, mood swings, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, grief, parenting-related challenges, and caregiver stress.
I received my Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from the University of California Los Angeles. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness, humanistic, and supportive approaches while holding space for my clients' individual preferences and needs.
She has experience within hospice settings, and has experience and interest working with terminally ill people as well doing bereavement, grief and loss counseling with those people and their loved ones.
Martine is interested in working with people of all ages, including older adults with a range of mental and physical disabilities, doing grief work, and providing trauma-informed and identity-affirming care. She has experience with Outpatient therapy through Community Mental Health. Martine also co-facilitates a grief group in Pittsburgh.
She has experience within hospice settings, and has experience and interest working with terminally ill people as well doing bereavement, grief and loss counseling with those people and their loved ones.
Martine is interested in working with people of all ages, including older adults with a range of mental and physical disabilities, doing grief work, and providing trauma-informed and identity-affirming care. She has experience with Outpatient therapy through Community Mental Health. Martine also co-facilitates a grief group in Pittsburgh.
Specialties include:relationship issues, mood disorders,holistic health care,early adulthood, loss and grief couples and families, womens issues, and spiritual/existential concerns.
My professional strengths include a solid theoretical base, strong interpersonal skills and a thorough understanding of human behavior. Intelligence, experience, humor and humanity are all qualities which make me a very effective therapist. Clients and colleagues tell me I have an unusual degree of insight. I offer my insights to help individuals generate insights of their own. I actively address a client's presenting concerns with directness and support. When appropriate, I encourage deeper examination. My experience is that client self awareness reinforced with behavioral strategies accelerate therapy,helping people achieve greater and more immediate mastery.
Specialties include:relationship issues, mood disorders,holistic health care,early adulthood, loss and grief couples and families, womens issues, and spiritual/existential concerns.
My professional strengths include a solid theoretical base, strong interpersonal skills and a thorough understanding of human behavior. Intelligence, experience, humor and humanity are all qualities which make me a very effective therapist. Clients and colleagues tell me I have an unusual degree of insight. I offer my insights to help individuals generate insights of their own. I actively address a client's presenting concerns with directness and support. When appropriate, I encourage deeper examination. My experience is that client self awareness reinforced with behavioral strategies accelerate therapy,helping people achieve greater and more immediate mastery.
As a counselor and music therapist, I've worked with adults across the age spectrum who are either preparing to or are currently moving through significant life transitions such as grief/ loss, identity development, and couples growth.
You already possess the necessary resources to build the resilience and courage for cultivating meaning from your lived experiences. My job is not to give you something that you already have; rather, it is to help you look inward to discover and activate your potential for growth and transformation. Together, we will work to help you activate your strengths.
As a counselor and music therapist, I've worked with adults across the age spectrum who are either preparing to or are currently moving through significant life transitions such as grief/ loss, identity development, and couples growth.
You already possess the necessary resources to build the resilience and courage for cultivating meaning from your lived experiences. My job is not to give you something that you already have; rather, it is to help you look inward to discover and activate your potential for growth and transformation. Together, we will work to help you activate your strengths.
I am queer identifying and have a love for working with the LBGTQIA+ community, eating disorders, and grief.
You may have come across my bio as you are considering therapy. It can feel scary and out of our comfort zones to ask for help, but I commend you for doing so. I strive to make therapy a safe space where you feel supported to learn about yourself and grow/heal in any way you find necessary. I like to approach the counseling relationship from a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental, and understanding viewpoint. I understand that trauma impacts us all differently, thus I strive to keep things relaxed and I am mindful to operate through a trauma-informed lens as we all come from different walks of life with various life experiences.
I am queer identifying and have a love for working with the LBGTQIA+ community, eating disorders, and grief.
You may have come across my bio as you are considering therapy. It can feel scary and out of our comfort zones to ask for help, but I commend you for doing so. I strive to make therapy a safe space where you feel supported to learn about yourself and grow/heal in any way you find necessary. I like to approach the counseling relationship from a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental, and understanding viewpoint. I understand that trauma impacts us all differently, thus I strive to keep things relaxed and I am mindful to operate through a trauma-informed lens as we all come from different walks of life with various life experiences.
Life presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming at times - loss, betrayal, illness, trauma, relationship issues, pain, depression, and unmet goals.
I provide a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental place to explore your thoughts, feelings, and empowerment through choice. I specialize in helping goal-oriented clients work through difficult circumstances, low self-esteem, trauma, and grief, while developing new skills to increase relationship satisfaction and facilitate personal growth.
Life presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming at times - loss, betrayal, illness, trauma, relationship issues, pain, depression, and unmet goals.
I provide a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental place to explore your thoughts, feelings, and empowerment through choice. I specialize in helping goal-oriented clients work through difficult circumstances, low self-esteem, trauma, and grief, while developing new skills to increase relationship satisfaction and facilitate personal growth.
I have experience in counseling clients through grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, ageing-related issues and hardships, and overall life transitions and conflict.
I strive to create a judgement free environment where my clients can feel safe in expressing their emotions and supported in finding solutions to whatever problems and hardships they face. My specialties are Anxiety, Depression, and Grief. I also have experience with Addictions, Life Transitions, Stress, Identity Issues, and so much more.
I have experience in counseling clients through grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, ageing-related issues and hardships, and overall life transitions and conflict.
I strive to create a judgement free environment where my clients can feel safe in expressing their emotions and supported in finding solutions to whatever problems and hardships they face. My specialties are Anxiety, Depression, and Grief. I also have experience with Addictions, Life Transitions, Stress, Identity Issues, and so much more.
Heal Out Loud
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC , CGP, CCTP-ll
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
If you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, grief, or past trauma, you’re not alone—and it’s okay to seek support.
Every experience matters, and I believe each part of your journey holds value. Whether you're struggling with old patterns, difficult emotions, or just need someone to talk to, I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space. Together, we'll work at your pace, focusing on growth, self-discovery, and creating real, positive, lasting change in your life.
If you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, grief, or past trauma, you’re not alone—and it’s okay to seek support.
Every experience matters, and I believe each part of your journey holds value. Whether you're struggling with old patterns, difficult emotions, or just need someone to talk to, I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space. Together, we'll work at your pace, focusing on growth, self-discovery, and creating real, positive, lasting change in your life.
Issues of concern include mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, marital difficulties, communication problems, child/adolescent behavior, bereavement and emotional trauma, among others.
We all deal with changes. Change is inevitable in our lives and you can either manage change and shape it to your advantage, or let those changes manage and shape you. We have the abilities to cope with the changes in our lives. Sometimes we don't realize that we can and feel overwhelmed in dealing with stress. At other times we find ourselves in unexpected or extreme situations for which our normal coping skills are inadequate. Whatever the sources of your stress, the result could be anxious or depressed moods, panic attacks and more.
Issues of concern include mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, marital difficulties, communication problems, child/adolescent behavior, bereavement and emotional trauma, among others.
We all deal with changes. Change is inevitable in our lives and you can either manage change and shape it to your advantage, or let those changes manage and shape you. We have the abilities to cope with the changes in our lives. Sometimes we don't realize that we can and feel overwhelmed in dealing with stress. At other times we find ourselves in unexpected or extreme situations for which our normal coping skills are inadequate. Whatever the sources of your stress, the result could be anxious or depressed moods, panic attacks and more.
I use a client-centered, cognitive-behavioral approach (art, play, & music therapy with younger clients) to teach coping strategies, new skills, and behavior modification techniques for managing ADHD, ASD, anxiety, stress, and life transitions such as divorce, loss of a job, moving, changing schools, or the death of a loved one.
I have years of helping parents understand child development and identifying areas that may be impeding their academic and/or social success. Working from a family systems approach, we'll enact a plan to address these challenges and monitor progress weekly. I have extensive experience with IEPs, 504's and helping parents understand and navigate the process.
I use a client-centered, cognitive-behavioral approach (art, play, & music therapy with younger clients) to teach coping strategies, new skills, and behavior modification techniques for managing ADHD, ASD, anxiety, stress, and life transitions such as divorce, loss of a job, moving, changing schools, or the death of a loved one.
I have years of helping parents understand child development and identifying areas that may be impeding their academic and/or social success. Working from a family systems approach, we'll enact a plan to address these challenges and monitor progress weekly. I have extensive experience with IEPs, 504's and helping parents understand and navigate the process.
I enjoy helping clients explore ways to implement positive growth in their lives, especially in finding meaning after the loss of a loved one, overcoming trauma, reducing depression or anxiety, or facing a period of change.
If you have experienced sexual violence in the state of Pennsylvania, ask me about ways to assist with covering costs. I am also partially trained in EMDR to help address trauma. My previous experience includes alcohol and drug abuse treatment, residential and community behavioral health, group psychotherapy, and individual counseling.
I enjoy helping clients explore ways to implement positive growth in their lives, especially in finding meaning after the loss of a loved one, overcoming trauma, reducing depression or anxiety, or facing a period of change.
If you have experienced sexual violence in the state of Pennsylvania, ask me about ways to assist with covering costs. I am also partially trained in EMDR to help address trauma. My previous experience includes alcohol and drug abuse treatment, residential and community behavioral health, group psychotherapy, and individual counseling.
Let's peel away the layers of stress, grief, trauma, and pressure to reveal the very best version of you.
I have extensive experience with anxiety, depression and mood disorders, adjustment disorder, and attachment-based conditions. Additionally, I have frequently worked with trauma/PTSD, grief, and reproductive issues.
Let's peel away the layers of stress, grief, trauma, and pressure to reveal the very best version of you.
I have extensive experience with anxiety, depression and mood disorders, adjustment disorder, and attachment-based conditions. Additionally, I have frequently worked with trauma/PTSD, grief, and reproductive issues.
As a therapist my training and experience have been focused on themes of attachment, relationships, grief, loss, trauma, and spirituality.
I love working with people of all ages who are seeking to understand themselves and other significant people in their lives! It is my joy to help my clients find peace and make meaning of both the usual challenges in life and the events that threaten to rob us of hope.
As a therapist my training and experience have been focused on themes of attachment, relationships, grief, loss, trauma, and spirituality.
I love working with people of all ages who are seeking to understand themselves and other significant people in their lives! It is my joy to help my clients find peace and make meaning of both the usual challenges in life and the events that threaten to rob us of hope.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, attachment, mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and the complexities of adoption and foster care.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with, drawing from a range of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, systems theory, and trauma-informed care.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, attachment, mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and the complexities of adoption and foster care.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual I work with, drawing from a range of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, systems theory, and trauma-informed care.
I have years of experience working with clients struggling with grief, trauma, and depression.
My primary counseling orientation is existential, seeking to help clients become empowered to an optimal level of wellness on their own terms. I can integrate other orientations, such as cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, psychodynamic, narrative, and EMDR. I see the client as the leader in the counseling relationship.
I have years of experience working with clients struggling with grief, trauma, and depression.
My primary counseling orientation is existential, seeking to help clients become empowered to an optimal level of wellness on their own terms. I can integrate other orientations, such as cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, psychodynamic, narrative, and EMDR. I see the client as the leader in the counseling relationship.
Grief comes in many forms: loss of friendship, disappointment in loved ones, a workplace not meeting your expectations, or being in an unexpected place in your life.
What could a sense of liberation & healthy connection look like for you in your day-to-day life? You’ve gotten to this point of your existence, and have collected a variety of experiences and patterns that have shaped the complexity of who you are and the ways you interact with others. Still, more changes/transitions are inevitable. They may leave you feeling confused, disconnected, frustrated, lost, misdirected, or completely misaligned with the life you have envisioned for yourself. That's okay!
Grief comes in many forms: loss of friendship, disappointment in loved ones, a workplace not meeting your expectations, or being in an unexpected place in your life.
What could a sense of liberation & healthy connection look like for you in your day-to-day life? You’ve gotten to this point of your existence, and have collected a variety of experiences and patterns that have shaped the complexity of who you are and the ways you interact with others. Still, more changes/transitions are inevitable. They may leave you feeling confused, disconnected, frustrated, lost, misdirected, or completely misaligned with the life you have envisioned for yourself. That's okay!
She has experience in health psychology; crisis management and Critical Incident Stress Management; community mental health; integrated care; death, dying and bereavement; and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).
Her practice style incorporates trauma-informed, cognitive behavioral, and interpersonal therapies. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Goldstrohm has a strong background in program development, supervision, teaching, consultation, and administration.
She has experience in health psychology; crisis management and Critical Incident Stress Management; community mental health; integrated care; death, dying and bereavement; and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).
Her practice style incorporates trauma-informed, cognitive behavioral, and interpersonal therapies. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Goldstrohm has a strong background in program development, supervision, teaching, consultation, and administration.
Abby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ERYT500, AHC
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who are experiencing any one of a variety of issues, including stress, anxiety, relationship problems, sexual issues, and grief following the loss of a loved one, including to suicide.
I weave a holistic mindfulness approach throughout my therapeutic work by incorporating mind-body awareness practices such as breathwork, meditation, and relaxation techniques. These techniques aim to increase the client’s sense of well-being, decrease stress, improve confidence, allow for new perspectives, and restore balance to the client’s life.
I work with clients who are experiencing any one of a variety of issues, including stress, anxiety, relationship problems, sexual issues, and grief following the loss of a loved one, including to suicide.
I weave a holistic mindfulness approach throughout my therapeutic work by incorporating mind-body awareness practices such as breathwork, meditation, and relaxation techniques. These techniques aim to increase the client’s sense of well-being, decrease stress, improve confidence, allow for new perspectives, and restore balance to the client’s 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.