Grief Therapists in Shoreline, WA
Maybe you have lived through experiences that continue to live in your body or thoughts, or you’re carrying a sense of loss that’s hard to put into words?
Healing is not about fixing what’s broken—it’s about understanding how you've learned to survive and gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been overwhelmed, silenced, or pushed aside. Together, we will approach this work with curiosity, compassion, and respect for your pace, integrating the mind and body to support lasting change.
Maybe you have lived through experiences that continue to live in your body or thoughts, or you’re carrying a sense of loss that’s hard to put into words?
Healing is not about fixing what’s broken—it’s about understanding how you've learned to survive and gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been overwhelmed, silenced, or pushed aside. Together, we will approach this work with curiosity, compassion, and respect for your pace, integrating the mind and body to support lasting change.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns and LGBTQIA+.
My approach is warm and relaxed. I practice from a narrative perspective and often use somatic practices. I pull aspects and skills from other theories in order to tailor my approach to fit each client’s individual needs. I am constantly reading to stay up to date in my field and gain knowledge and perspectives.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns and LGBTQIA+.
My approach is warm and relaxed. I practice from a narrative perspective and often use somatic practices. I pull aspects and skills from other theories in order to tailor my approach to fit each client’s individual needs. I am constantly reading to stay up to date in my field and gain knowledge and perspectives.
Amy provides caring treatment for Adoption/Foster Care issues, Birth Parents, Adoption Reunions, DNA surprises, DCPs, PTSD, trauma recovery, grief and loss, identity struggles, ethnicity shifts, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, divorce, cross-cultural adjustments, and more.
Amy Barker, Adoption and Trauma Therapist, offers counseling, consulting, supervision, and public speaking. Amy holds a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology, is a fully licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington state, and is trained in Relational Psychotherapy, Attachment-Trauma Focused Therapy (ATFT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She works with adult individuals through online telehealth only specializing in therapy for Adoptees, Birth Mothers, 3rd party Reproduction and those with DNA surprises or in reunion. She leads or co-facilitates monthly groups, ongoing retreats, and events.
Amy provides caring treatment for Adoption/Foster Care issues, Birth Parents, Adoption Reunions, DNA surprises, DCPs, PTSD, trauma recovery, grief and loss, identity struggles, ethnicity shifts, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, divorce, cross-cultural adjustments, and more.
Amy Barker, Adoption and Trauma Therapist, offers counseling, consulting, supervision, and public speaking. Amy holds a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology, is a fully licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington state, and is trained in Relational Psychotherapy, Attachment-Trauma Focused Therapy (ATFT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She works with adult individuals through online telehealth only specializing in therapy for Adoptees, Birth Mothers, 3rd party Reproduction and those with DNA surprises or in reunion. She leads or co-facilitates monthly groups, ongoing retreats, and events.
They may feel stuck in grief or want to explore identity questions, or relational patterns shaped by early disruptions and liminal loss.
As a member of the adoption constellation, I bring lived experience alongside clinical training in attachment and relational psychotherapy to support grief healing, identity development, reunions, and attachment-related struggles across the lifespan.
They may feel stuck in grief or want to explore identity questions, or relational patterns shaped by early disruptions and liminal loss.
As a member of the adoption constellation, I bring lived experience alongside clinical training in attachment and relational psychotherapy to support grief healing, identity development, reunions, and attachment-related struggles across the lifespan.
My name is Becky Daughtry and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington. I have been providing psychotherapy to adults, youth, families and children in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings over the past 30 years. Everyone has their own story waiting to be told. My hope is to create safe space where you can lean into your own story to create meaning and joy. Movement from “stuck” spots in our process can often occur in the context of a warm, empathetic relationship characterized by support, education, skill enhancement, and discovery.
My name is Becky Daughtry and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Washington. I have been providing psychotherapy to adults, youth, families and children in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings over the past 30 years. Everyone has their own story waiting to be told. My hope is to create safe space where you can lean into your own story to create meaning and joy. Movement from “stuck” spots in our process can often occur in the context of a warm, empathetic relationship characterized by support, education, skill enhancement, and discovery.
You're looking for a change and you want more for yourself from life. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns you want to change. I create a space where all the different aspects of who you are may feel at home. Compassion and trust are at the core of our work. Together, we will pay attention to the specific issue that brought you into counseling, as well as various aspects of your life and relationships. I love exploring the connection between the mind and the body, and for folks who are curious about this connection, I also integrate counseling with BodyTalk.
You're looking for a change and you want more for yourself from life. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns you want to change. I create a space where all the different aspects of who you are may feel at home. Compassion and trust are at the core of our work. Together, we will pay attention to the specific issue that brought you into counseling, as well as various aspects of your life and relationships. I love exploring the connection between the mind and the body, and for folks who are curious about this connection, I also integrate counseling with BodyTalk.
I understand how adoption can shape identity, grief, attachment, and relationships in ways that are often misunderstood.
My client focus includes adoptees and others navigating identity, anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment wounds, reunion, estrangement, and the long-term emotional impact of adoption. I work well with clients who feel there are parts of their story they have had to silence or carry alone. In therapy, we can explore those layers with care.
I understand how adoption can shape identity, grief, attachment, and relationships in ways that are often misunderstood.
My client focus includes adoptees and others navigating identity, anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment wounds, reunion, estrangement, and the long-term emotional impact of adoption. I work well with clients who feel there are parts of their story they have had to silence or carry alone. In therapy, we can explore those layers with care.
You may be considering therapy because you feel stuck or dissatisfied with some parts of your life. I am deeply invested in creating a therapeutic relationship that balances safety and connection with appropriate challenge. You can count on careful attention to your inner world as we explore the concerns that trouble you. I am genuine, warm, and collaborative. As someone who believes in the healing power of therapy, I absolutely believe that therapy will lead to more effective coping skills, a healthier relationship with your difficult emotions and for you to feel more connected to those close to you.
You may be considering therapy because you feel stuck or dissatisfied with some parts of your life. I am deeply invested in creating a therapeutic relationship that balances safety and connection with appropriate challenge. You can count on careful attention to your inner world as we explore the concerns that trouble you. I am genuine, warm, and collaborative. As someone who believes in the healing power of therapy, I absolutely believe that therapy will lead to more effective coping skills, a healthier relationship with your difficult emotions and for you to feel more connected to those close to you.
In my work I support children, teens, young adults, and parents with anxiety, grief, life transitions and more.
As a parent of two young boys myself, I truly want the best for you and your children. I am here to help as you create a path towards greater confidence, connection, and fulfillment. In my work I help people see patterns that may be getting in the way. Together we learn new strategies and use strengths to create more happiness, meaning, and fulfilment.
In my work I support children, teens, young adults, and parents with anxiety, grief, life transitions and more.
As a parent of two young boys myself, I truly want the best for you and your children. I am here to help as you create a path towards greater confidence, connection, and fulfillment. In my work I help people see patterns that may be getting in the way. Together we learn new strategies and use strengths to create more happiness, meaning, and fulfilment.
I help clients grow from brokenness, trauma, grief and loss to find healing, hope, peace and a new direction.
One specialty is working with couples and families in crisis. Emotionally Focused Therapy focuses on building deeper relational bonds and secure relationships. Relational science shows that when relationships feel secure, stress is lower, problems feel smaller and the couple becomes a healing, comforting source to itself.
I help clients grow from brokenness, trauma, grief and loss to find healing, hope, peace and a new direction.
One specialty is working with couples and families in crisis. Emotionally Focused Therapy focuses on building deeper relational bonds and secure relationships. Relational science shows that when relationships feel secure, stress is lower, problems feel smaller and the couple becomes a healing, comforting source to itself.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and other life difficulties, placing a strong emphasis on building trust and fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
As a clinical social worker, I am dedicated to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space for teens and young adults feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges. I help teens and young adults work through anxiety and depression so they can feel more in control and less overwhelmed. Whether it’s stress from school, social pressure, or big life changes, I offer a supportive space to talk things out, understand what’s going on underneath the anxiety, and learn tools that actually help in day-to-day life.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and other life difficulties, placing a strong emphasis on building trust and fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
As a clinical social worker, I am dedicated to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space for teens and young adults feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges. I help teens and young adults work through anxiety and depression so they can feel more in control and less overwhelmed. Whether it’s stress from school, social pressure, or big life changes, I offer a supportive space to talk things out, understand what’s going on underneath the anxiety, and learn tools that actually help in day-to-day life.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process where narratives can be explored and embodied, and placed within a cultural context to support healing, growth, and liberation. I have experience working with adults experiencing depression, trauma, anxiety, complex racial and ethnic identity work, grief, separation & loss, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach is client centered and informed by an integrative orientation based upon my training background in intersectional feminist therapy, existential therapy, and relational cultural theory.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process where narratives can be explored and embodied, and placed within a cultural context to support healing, growth, and liberation. I have experience working with adults experiencing depression, trauma, anxiety, complex racial and ethnic identity work, grief, separation & loss, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach is client centered and informed by an integrative orientation based upon my training background in intersectional feminist therapy, existential therapy, and relational cultural theory.
It's about naming the anxiety or grief that is getting in the way and getting unstuck.
I know you have little to no energy, but here you are, reading this. I know you love your child, and that you are doing your best - Because here you are, looking for help! I work with moms and dads who are drained, anxious, and ambitious. Parents who are tired of feeling anxious and searching the internet for parenting hacks and gadgets. Your energy is limited, and your time is so very precious. Decide that today is the day I get some real support.
It's about naming the anxiety or grief that is getting in the way and getting unstuck.
I know you have little to no energy, but here you are, reading this. I know you love your child, and that you are doing your best - Because here you are, looking for help! I work with moms and dads who are drained, anxious, and ambitious. Parents who are tired of feeling anxious and searching the internet for parenting hacks and gadgets. Your energy is limited, and your time is so very precious. Decide that today is the day I get some real support.
I have a passion to work with adults through their trauma, especially those with a military background, first responders, and their families. It is my passion to walk alongside people as they engage in their story and their own healing. The journey that people find themselves on is one worth exploring and diving into. Your story matters, and I believe your story has purpose and meaning.
I have a passion to work with adults through their trauma, especially those with a military background, first responders, and their families. It is my passion to walk alongside people as they engage in their story and their own healing. The journey that people find themselves on is one worth exploring and diving into. Your story matters, and I believe your story has purpose and meaning.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating grief, loss, anxiety, and the changes that come with being human.
My approach blends psychodynamic therapy, somatic practices, attachment-theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you understand not just what you feel, but why.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating grief, loss, anxiety, and the changes that come with being human.
My approach blends psychodynamic therapy, somatic practices, attachment-theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you understand not just what you feel, but why.
If you are in a line of professional work that may involve witnessing death or traumatic loss, it can be difficult to find space to appropriately sit with your experience.
At One Wave Therapy I provide a safe therapeutic space and tools to process experiences of trauma, emotional challenges, behavioral challenges, relational challenges and a variety of other problems. I help individuals learn how to navigate life's difficulties, one wave at a time.
If you are in a line of professional work that may involve witnessing death or traumatic loss, it can be difficult to find space to appropriately sit with your experience.
At One Wave Therapy I provide a safe therapeutic space and tools to process experiences of trauma, emotional challenges, behavioral challenges, relational challenges and a variety of other problems. I help individuals learn how to navigate life's difficulties, one wave at a time.
My specialty is relational psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and groups which aids in transformation for most issues in life: grief, loss, anxiety, depression and transition, to name a few.
You may simultaneously feel like "too much" but still never good enough. In our work together, we'll address where these ideas come from, and work to find your voice: which doesn't rely on what you "should" feel but is most interested in what you DO feel, to integrate these areas of your life.
My specialty is relational psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and groups which aids in transformation for most issues in life: grief, loss, anxiety, depression and transition, to name a few.
You may simultaneously feel like "too much" but still never good enough. In our work together, we'll address where these ideas come from, and work to find your voice: which doesn't rely on what you "should" feel but is most interested in what you DO feel, to integrate these areas of your life.
We all have complex stories, and often traumatic experiences in our past become so tangled up in our present day identity and rhythms that it's hard to move forward towards the people and things we care about most. The complexity of these difficult experiences can often have a negative impact on how we feel, live, and imagine our future. But therapy can offer a landing place to pause and reflect on our stories through a new and curious lens. Untangling the threads of your past and present life, and offering yourself empathy and kindness towards your future can provide a new way forward of empowerment, courage, and creativity.
We all have complex stories, and often traumatic experiences in our past become so tangled up in our present day identity and rhythms that it's hard to move forward towards the people and things we care about most. The complexity of these difficult experiences can often have a negative impact on how we feel, live, and imagine our future. But therapy can offer a landing place to pause and reflect on our stories through a new and curious lens. Untangling the threads of your past and present life, and offering yourself empathy and kindness towards your future can provide a new way forward of empowerment, courage, and creativity.
By being present with my clients' suffering, I help them to achieve both acceptance and change. I believe that everyone deserves happiness and that the path to happiness requires honesty, kindness, and compassion for both self and others. My style is interactive and collaborative with an emphasis on making changes via concrete, specific plans of action. I believe in creating a safe place where clients can feel seen, heard, and accepted for who they are. My understanding of the healing nature of the therapeutic relationship is grounded in attachment theory. I especially enjoy working with issues of identity and differentness.
By being present with my clients' suffering, I help them to achieve both acceptance and change. I believe that everyone deserves happiness and that the path to happiness requires honesty, kindness, and compassion for both self and others. My style is interactive and collaborative with an emphasis on making changes via concrete, specific plans of action. I believe in creating a safe place where clients can feel seen, heard, and accepted for who they are. My understanding of the healing nature of the therapeutic relationship is grounded in attachment theory. I especially enjoy working with issues of identity and differentness.
Whether it is standing up to systems; getting free from addiction or self-harming behaviors; discovering and affirming your self-concept; or gaining freedom of movement in the presence of past trauma or grief, I would be honored to collaborate in your healing and growth.
My approach to therapy is to support folks who feel the tug of transformation and are inspired to make change, but sense some barriers impeding that change or creative flow. Whether examining relationship difficulty, sitting with past trauma, deepening self-acceptance and trust, or challenging incomplete coping strategies, I am dedicated to learning alongside you. I am a collaborative partner in working toward a more loving relationship with yourself and your world. And I always start by taking the time to recognize the strengths you bring into therapy.
Whether it is standing up to systems; getting free from addiction or self-harming behaviors; discovering and affirming your self-concept; or gaining freedom of movement in the presence of past trauma or grief, I would be honored to collaborate in your healing and growth.
My approach to therapy is to support folks who feel the tug of transformation and are inspired to make change, but sense some barriers impeding that change or creative flow. Whether examining relationship difficulty, sitting with past trauma, deepening self-acceptance and trust, or challenging incomplete coping strategies, I am dedicated to learning alongside you. I am a collaborative partner in working toward a more loving relationship with yourself and your world. And I always start by taking the time to recognize the strengths you bring into therapy.
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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.