Grief Therapists in Memphis, TN
Dr. Shelly L Wilkerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, MHSP, CSP-S, CSAT-C
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38104
As a practitioner, I have worked with a variety of individuals across a multitude of settings, guiding them on a healing journey from familial/relational dysfunction, grief/ loss, attachment wounds, & various forms of dependency (chemical & process), among other things.
I am a certified practitioner/supervisor of SomEx(sm), a modality combining experiential & somatic techniques. I have training in the areas of grief, breath work, and EMDR, as well as certification through the Consortium on Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) as an AAT therapist. Additionally, I am a certified sex addiction therapist candidate (CSAT-C).
As a practitioner, I have worked with a variety of individuals across a multitude of settings, guiding them on a healing journey from familial/relational dysfunction, grief/ loss, attachment wounds, & various forms of dependency (chemical & process), among other things.
I am a certified practitioner/supervisor of SomEx(sm), a modality combining experiential & somatic techniques. I have training in the areas of grief, breath work, and EMDR, as well as certification through the Consortium on Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) as an AAT therapist. Additionally, I am a certified sex addiction therapist candidate (CSAT-C).
My current areas of interest are anger issues, self image and self esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and grief/ loss.
If you’ve been hesitant to seek counseling due to not wanting to seem “crazy”, I am here to tell you that everyone can benefit from talking to a licensed mental health professional. You can most definitely pray (if you are a person of faith) and talk to a therapist at the same time! We all have some sort of baggage, but it’s totally up to you how you choose to address it. There’s no shame in seeking help, and it’s my personal mission to destigmatize receiving professional mental health treatment.
My current areas of interest are anger issues, self image and self esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and grief/ loss.
If you’ve been hesitant to seek counseling due to not wanting to seem “crazy”, I am here to tell you that everyone can benefit from talking to a licensed mental health professional. You can most definitely pray (if you are a person of faith) and talk to a therapist at the same time! We all have some sort of baggage, but it’s totally up to you how you choose to address it. There’s no shame in seeking help, and it’s my personal mission to destigmatize receiving professional mental health treatment.
Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, grief has left you unsure of who you are anymore, or trauma from your past is quietly affecting your relationships, your work, and your sense of peace.
I can help if you’re experiencing:
•Anxiety, stress, or panic that’s interfering with daily life
• Grief and loss — whether through death, divorce, or a life that looks different than you planned
•Trauma or PTSD from past or recent experiences
•Depression or emotional exhaustion
•Relationship or communication struggles
•Career burnout or major life challenges
Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, grief has left you unsure of who you are anymore, or trauma from your past is quietly affecting your relationships, your work, and your sense of peace.
I can help if you’re experiencing:
•Anxiety, stress, or panic that’s interfering with daily life
• Grief and loss — whether through death, divorce, or a life that looks different than you planned
•Trauma or PTSD from past or recent experiences
•Depression or emotional exhaustion
•Relationship or communication struggles
•Career burnout or major life challenges
My mission is to help you dig deep and unearth the roots of your struggles, so we can rewire those patterns that no longer serve you. I am informed by schema, attachment, and narrative therapies. I blend these approaches to help you rewrite your story and ditch the habits and behaviors holding you back. I believe in the power of storytelling—your story told your way, is the key to unlocking those lightbulb moments. Whether you're dealing with deep-seated attachment wounds or entrenched schemas that keep you stuck, we'll work together to dismantle those barriers and build a toolkit of new skills and strategies.
My mission is to help you dig deep and unearth the roots of your struggles, so we can rewire those patterns that no longer serve you. I am informed by schema, attachment, and narrative therapies. I blend these approaches to help you rewrite your story and ditch the habits and behaviors holding you back. I believe in the power of storytelling—your story told your way, is the key to unlocking those lightbulb moments. Whether you're dealing with deep-seated attachment wounds or entrenched schemas that keep you stuck, we'll work together to dismantle those barriers and build a toolkit of new skills and strategies.
Are you paralyzed by grief, depression, or anxiety?
With a compassionate, client-centered approach, I offer tailored therapy to meet your unique needs. As a trained professional, I utilize evidence-based techniques to empower you on your journey toward well-being and resilience.
Are you paralyzed by grief, depression, or anxiety?
With a compassionate, client-centered approach, I offer tailored therapy to meet your unique needs. As a trained professional, I utilize evidence-based techniques to empower you on your journey toward well-being and resilience.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, life changes, relationship issues, grief and loss, domestic violence, eating disorders, and those who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or trauma.
It takes courage and strength to seek help and support. This is one of the first steps for change. I am ready to support and empower through this journey to seek a happier and more fulfilling life. I look forward to working with you!
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, life changes, relationship issues, grief and loss, domestic violence, eating disorders, and those who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or trauma.
It takes courage and strength to seek help and support. This is one of the first steps for change. I am ready to support and empower through this journey to seek a happier and more fulfilling life. I look forward to working with you!
I work often with the perinatal population- including single parents, pregnancy struggles, postpartum depression/anxiety, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, fertility struggles, and parents who desire to 'Gentle Parent' both themselves and their children.
Do you know that something needs to change, but aren't quite sure where to start? I am here to help. Congratulations on taking the first very big step to making a change- finding a therapist. I'm happy to offer a free consultation to see if we are a good fit for one another. I offer support from a client-centered perspective that includes positive affirmations, heavy emphasis on self-compassion, challenging of unhealthy thoughts, exploring the different parts within your system, and building upon skills to allow you to live your best life.
I work often with the perinatal population- including single parents, pregnancy struggles, postpartum depression/anxiety, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, fertility struggles, and parents who desire to 'Gentle Parent' both themselves and their children.
Do you know that something needs to change, but aren't quite sure where to start? I am here to help. Congratulations on taking the first very big step to making a change- finding a therapist. I'm happy to offer a free consultation to see if we are a good fit for one another. I offer support from a client-centered perspective that includes positive affirmations, heavy emphasis on self-compassion, challenging of unhealthy thoughts, exploring the different parts within your system, and building upon skills to allow you to live your best life.
Each of us is an individual with many thoughts, feelings and responses. You don't always know where your emotions come from or what to do with them. Sometimes thinking "I don't need to deal with this" emotions or situation it'll all just go away. Yes, you may be able to ignore those thoughts and feelings for a period of time but then all of a sudden you are ready to explode with emotions hurt, sadness, frustration, guilt, shame, anger. Being able to reach out even though may be uncomfortable talking to sort out your thoughts & feelings can help to provide you with skills to develop a happier more desirable life.
Each of us is an individual with many thoughts, feelings and responses. You don't always know where your emotions come from or what to do with them. Sometimes thinking "I don't need to deal with this" emotions or situation it'll all just go away. Yes, you may be able to ignore those thoughts and feelings for a period of time but then all of a sudden you are ready to explode with emotions hurt, sadness, frustration, guilt, shame, anger. Being able to reach out even though may be uncomfortable talking to sort out your thoughts & feelings can help to provide you with skills to develop a happier more desirable life.
I work with adults and couples, those struggling with predictable lifespan challenges (including chronic illness and death) and those that encounter tragic and unanticipated events.
Authentic interaction, compassion, and curiosity are central to my work as a relational and experiential therapist. I believe that human development, personality, and mental health are primarily shaped by where we come from: interpersonal relationships (namely our earliest attachments) and the culture and social values that shape our lives. Building more secure connections with others is required to break repetitive cycles in life and to heal from trauma. Therapy can be that secure base.
I prioritize a whole-person approach: thoughts, emotions, body awareness, breath, nervous system, choices. We are all of this.
I work with adults and couples, those struggling with predictable lifespan challenges (including chronic illness and death) and those that encounter tragic and unanticipated events.
Authentic interaction, compassion, and curiosity are central to my work as a relational and experiential therapist. I believe that human development, personality, and mental health are primarily shaped by where we come from: interpersonal relationships (namely our earliest attachments) and the culture and social values that shape our lives. Building more secure connections with others is required to break repetitive cycles in life and to heal from trauma. Therapy can be that secure base.
I prioritize a whole-person approach: thoughts, emotions, body awareness, breath, nervous system, choices. We are all of this.
Whether through absence, loss, or emotional distance—leaving a longing for connection, understanding, and a deeper sense of being cared for.
You may be a high-achieving woman navigating a demanding world—capable, responsible, and strong for everyone around you. Yet beneath the surface, you feel stuck. You may find yourself asking, Why do I keep repeating patterns that leave me exhausted or unfulfilled? Why do I give so much to others and still feel disconnected? Many women and young adults learn early to survive by performing, over-functioning, or prioritizing others’ needs. Over time, this can create patterns of people-pleasing, emotional burnout, or a quiet sense of emptiness. For some, this feeling is connected to early experiences with a mother figure—
Whether through absence, loss, or emotional distance—leaving a longing for connection, understanding, and a deeper sense of being cared for.
You may be a high-achieving woman navigating a demanding world—capable, responsible, and strong for everyone around you. Yet beneath the surface, you feel stuck. You may find yourself asking, Why do I keep repeating patterns that leave me exhausted or unfulfilled? Why do I give so much to others and still feel disconnected? Many women and young adults learn early to survive by performing, over-functioning, or prioritizing others’ needs. Over time, this can create patterns of people-pleasing, emotional burnout, or a quiet sense of emptiness. For some, this feeling is connected to early experiences with a mother figure—
I focus mainly on addressing life related issues in my practice such as: Relationship Conflicts, Codependency, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Stress issues, and evaluation/referral.
I enjoy working with all age groups. However, I particularly enjoy working with both men and women on their individualized issues. I also enjoy working with teens who are at the experimental stages of Alcohol and Drug issues. I have a Family Therapy background and Outpatient Mental Health, as well as over 15 years of providing EAP Counseling services, which is more Brief/Solution Focus Therapy. I love working with people helping them to reach a healthy emotional and mental state of being!! Let’s work together so that you can be happy and comfortable living in the present moment.
I focus mainly on addressing life related issues in my practice such as: Relationship Conflicts, Codependency, Divorce, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Stress issues, and evaluation/referral.
I enjoy working with all age groups. However, I particularly enjoy working with both men and women on their individualized issues. I also enjoy working with teens who are at the experimental stages of Alcohol and Drug issues. I have a Family Therapy background and Outpatient Mental Health, as well as over 15 years of providing EAP Counseling services, which is more Brief/Solution Focus Therapy. I love working with people helping them to reach a healthy emotional and mental state of being!! Let’s work together so that you can be happy and comfortable living in the present moment.
Have you ever felt like you were just going through the motions day to day, barely keeping your head above water? Have you poured into every person around you, but forgotten how to pour into yourself? I have been there before! I have now made it my mission to help people heal from whatever they have experienced or are currently experiencing so that they can do more than just survive- they can thrive! Together we can determine your goals and the steps to get there. I'm here to be a safe space, free from judgement. You deserve a life of peace and someone in your corner to help get you there!
Have you ever felt like you were just going through the motions day to day, barely keeping your head above water? Have you poured into every person around you, but forgotten how to pour into yourself? I have been there before! I have now made it my mission to help people heal from whatever they have experienced or are currently experiencing so that they can do more than just survive- they can thrive! Together we can determine your goals and the steps to get there. I'm here to be a safe space, free from judgement. You deserve a life of peace and someone in your corner to help get you there!
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in stress, grief, depression, anxiety, suicide prevention, chronic management illness, crises management, as well as in coping skills in both adolescents and adults.
As a native Memphian, I have a desire to help those in need. I have completed home visits in home heath, hospice, and mobile crisis. I assist individuals with finding the told needed to tackle life ups and down.
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in stress, grief, depression, anxiety, suicide prevention, chronic management illness, crises management, as well as in coping skills in both adolescents and adults.
As a native Memphian, I have a desire to help those in need. I have completed home visits in home heath, hospice, and mobile crisis. I assist individuals with finding the told needed to tackle life ups and down.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, and identity exploration.
I earned my master’s degree in counseling from Freed-Hardeman University. My approach is collaborative, strength-based, and trauma-informed, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques, and mindfulness-based strategies. I am committed to ongoing education and cultural humility in my work.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, and identity exploration.
I earned my master’s degree in counseling from Freed-Hardeman University. My approach is collaborative, strength-based, and trauma-informed, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques, and mindfulness-based strategies. I am committed to ongoing education and cultural humility in my work.
Are you experiencing: Grief and loss
Life can get hard. We help you get unstuck. Given the last few years, we know that most people are experiencing challenges, but don’t always know where to go for help. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat mood disorders, substance addictions, and pain management so you can live free. Let us guide you to finding your joy!
Are you experiencing: Grief and loss
Life can get hard. We help you get unstuck. Given the last few years, we know that most people are experiencing challenges, but don’t always know where to go for help. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to treat mood disorders, substance addictions, and pain management so you can live free. Let us guide you to finding your joy!
I offer a strong dedication and a heart for helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and the deep impacts of childhood and generational trauma.
In my former role, I supported families experiencing acute and chronic stress associated with pediatric illness, hospitalization, treatment transitions, financial strain, displacement from home, and caregiver burden. Using a person-centered, strength-based approach, I provided brief supportive counseling, within my scope of practice.
I offer a strong dedication and a heart for helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, and the deep impacts of childhood and generational trauma.
In my former role, I supported families experiencing acute and chronic stress associated with pediatric illness, hospitalization, treatment transitions, financial strain, displacement from home, and caregiver burden. Using a person-centered, strength-based approach, I provided brief supportive counseling, within my scope of practice.
I have seen tremendous growth in clients struggling in the areas of grief, depression, anxiety, and borderline disorders.
Growth doesn't always look like what we expect it to. Growth at times can be concealed in challenge, difficulty, adversity, grief and calamity. My specialty is to help others recognize their current perspective and how a shift in perspective is the beginning of transformation.
I have seen tremendous growth in clients struggling in the areas of grief, depression, anxiety, and borderline disorders.
Growth doesn't always look like what we expect it to. Growth at times can be concealed in challenge, difficulty, adversity, grief and calamity. My specialty is to help others recognize their current perspective and how a shift in perspective is the beginning of transformation.
Hallie is a licensed professional counselor, a certified grief counselor, educator, pet bereavement specialist, and a certified child life specialist.
Grief work is a journey that leads you to gently embrace your pain and honor your feelings. As a certified grief counselor and educator and pet bereavement specialist, my goal is to walk with you through the grief process. My experience allows me to sit with your pain and provide a space where you can feel safe, supported and heard without judgment.
Hallie is a licensed professional counselor, a certified grief counselor, educator, pet bereavement specialist, and a certified child life specialist.
Grief work is a journey that leads you to gently embrace your pain and honor your feelings. As a certified grief counselor and educator and pet bereavement specialist, my goal is to walk with you through the grief process. My experience allows me to sit with your pain and provide a space where you can feel safe, supported and heard without judgment.
My ideal client is an everyday person navigating life’s challenges like stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or grief.
I specialize in supporting individuals through stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I offer a holistic approach, combining therapy and coaching to help clients navigate transitions, build coping skills, and improve emotional well-being. Together, we’ll focus on growth, resilience, and creating balance in both personal and family life.
My ideal client is an everyday person navigating life’s challenges like stress, anxiety, relationship issues, or grief.
I specialize in supporting individuals through stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I offer a holistic approach, combining therapy and coaching to help clients navigate transitions, build coping skills, and improve emotional well-being. Together, we’ll focus on growth, resilience, and creating balance in both personal and family life.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. They may be struggling with anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, trauma, or a major life transition that has left them feeling unsteady. Others are carrying past experiences that continue to show up through stress responses, difficulty trusting themselves, or a sense of feeling stuck. I work with teens, adults, and older adults who want to feel more grounded, understand their patterns, and regain a greater sense of control.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. They may be struggling with anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, trauma, or a major life transition that has left them feeling unsteady. Others are carrying past experiences that continue to show up through stress responses, difficulty trusting themselves, or a sense of feeling stuck. I work with teens, adults, and older adults who want to feel more grounded, understand their patterns, and regain a greater sense of control.
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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.