Grief Therapists in Vancouver, WA
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Nancy R West
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Certified
Grief
Educator, I specialize in working with people experiencing
Grief
&
Loss
, Trauma, Depression & Anxiety.
Are you struggling with
Grief
&
Loss
? Depression or Anxiety? Has everyday life become unbearable but you don't feel there is anyone to talk to about it? Let me help you find the strength within to begin the healing process. As a gay Latina, I bring a unique perspective to my practice and enjoy serving culturally diverse and under represented communities.
Not accepting new clients
Kala Lyman
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Through my own personal
loss
experiences, I was awakened to the resounding touch
grief
has on every aspect of a life.
I am passionate about assisting individuals & families on their journey through challenges to findings fulfillment, engagement & empowerment in their life. While our past experiences & connections have led us to where we are this does not have to be where we stay; we can choose what will define us moving forward, our pain or our strength. I work to assist clients in developing their own unique path toward growth & healing while honoring & creating understanding around the role their past has played in shaping them. My clinical styles utilize psychodynamic, attachment theory, cognitive behavioral, & strength based approaches focused on creating engagement through individualized therapeutic relationships.
Vancouver, WA 98683
Not accepting new clients
Shasta Hickman
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CMHS, LPC, NCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you struggling with communication,
grief
, or relationships? You want to learn to have healthy boundaries and communicate them effectively. Or you have an area of your life that you feel stuck and cannot seem to get unstuck on your own. One or more of the relationships in your life is unsatisfying and you want to change this. Do you need help for yourself, your child, your marriage, or your family?
Sarah A Coombs
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of expertise I offer that bring people into my practice include: healing from the
death
or
loss
of a loved one (including pets), anxiety and depression, gender identity/sexual identity, family/friend/partner relationship issues, separation and divorce, compassion fatigue (healthcare, law & academia) and spiritual exploration.
Life is unpredictable and often does not turn out as we had hoped for and planned. The things that matter most to us -- our health, marriages, children, careers, families, friends and even our own self-identity -- sometimes fall apart. It is my belief that such moments of vulnerability present profound opportunities for growth. It takes strength and emotional intelligence to know when you need the assistance of a professional; coming to therapy is a positive first stride towards investing in your own sustainable happiness and contentment.
Liz Beaty
LPC Intern, LMHCA, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My passion is working with clients struggling with trauma,
loss
, and
grief
(including anticipatory
grief
such as terminal illness), as well as relational conflict.
It goes without saying, but it is clear in your search for a therapist that something in your life is just not working. When life stressors or trauma happens, it can feel like the whole world is falling apart. Even the act of asking for help can be overwhelming, just another task added to a plate that is already over-full. I am here to make that process of change a little less daunting. I want to partner with you to find new ways out of those places, and give you the ability to face challenges with renewed hope and a fresh outlook.
Janine Hauser
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
As a licensed therapist with additional certifications in anxiety, and positive psychology interventions, currently working toward a specialty in
grief
and
loss
, I am here as a resource for you.
It is great to connect with you! As a nationally credited licensed mental health therapist, it is my goal to incorporate your strengths, my experience, and timely, evidence-based interventions to begin the journey of affecting positive change and increased health and wellness in your life. With my background in helping individuals manage anxiety,
loss
, and often perfectionistic traits, we will work together to increase your sense of connection with others and create a greater sense of belonging and increased peace.
Colleen Storey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA, GRMS
Verified
Verified
Have you experienced a
loss
? Are you grieving and haven't seemed to be able to move forward in your life? Perhaps you have just gone through a divorce, a bad break-up, or have begun the difficult journey of walking beside a loved one on their journey through Dementia/Alzheimer's. The
Grief
Recovery Method (GRM) is an action orientated program designed to help an individual like you complete the relationship to pain, isolation, and loneliness caused by a significant
loss
. It provides a method of releasing unfinished business which then allows you, the griever, to more forward towards a more healthy, joyful, and productive life.
Not accepting new clients
Cheryl Calderon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in supporting clients around issues related to depression, trauma, cancer, aging,
grief
&
loss
,
death
& dying, caregiving, end-of-life planning, and other major life transitions.
Foundational to my therapeutic approach is seeing you, hearing you, and accepting you exactly as you are. We all have an innate ability to heal, but we often need help figuring out what’s getting in our way. With non-judgement, compassion, and curiosity, I will guide you in reconnecting to yourself and to those who are important to you. I will empower you to recognize your needs and to get those needs met. Working together, I will invite you back to your life, helping you regain a sense of joy, peace, and ease.
Betsy Phinney
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing),
grief
and
loss
, and the Circle of Security Model, an approach supporting parent-child relationships.
In a world that is habitually fast-paced and anonymous, it is easy to lose connection with ourselves and each other. Are you feeling disconnected or stuck? Like the parts of your life are out of sync? Having difficulties in relationships? Typically, I work with people experiencing disconnection and "stuck" feelings which often show up during times of transition and change within the context of significant relationships including parents, partners, children and friends. I also work with people around the stuck places connected to various trauma experiences.
Nancy Warren, MA LMHC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
For the past 25 years, I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression,
grief
and
bereavement
, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sleep difficulties, troubled relationships, marital distress, chronic illness, and life transitions. My practice currently focuses on working with clients who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological disorders. I also see patients with cancer across the cancer continuum, from diagnosis, treatment, to survivorship or recurrence and end of life. I am passionate about working with both of these patient groups.
Alissa Marie Fisher
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling anxious, off-kilter, or struggling with emotions? Maybe you wish you could connect to others in different ways, but you don’t know how to start. Perhaps you want to change how you relate to your child but don’t know where to begin, or are trying to cope with a
loss
. My philosophy is that our relationships and experiences set the tone in how we relate to others and ourselves. Uncovering unhealthy patterns in relationships and thinking can free us to change how we experience and move through life, opening us up to healing and health.
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Janine Hauser
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Do you feel that you have lost your passion or sense of curiosity? Are you grieving a
loss
? -
Loss
of a loved one, job, pet, lifestyle, ideals, or
loss
of hope? As a licensed therapist with additional certifications in anxiety, positive psychology interventions and currently working toward a specialty in
grief
and
loss
, I am here as a resource for you.
Together, we will create a safe space to rediscover causes for hope, and create effective change in your life, even during challenging times. As a nationally certified and licensed therapist, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and groups who report life-altering positive change in managing anxiety/stress, perfectionist traits,
grief
/
loss
, abandonment, trauma/PTSD & depression. It is my goal, the moment my clients begin therapy with me, you feel increased support & sense of belonging as we are "walking the path together." Coupling your strengths/experiences w/timely, evidence-based interventions for holistic health.
Ellen Bass
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I love helping clients who are experiencing major life changes, especially
grief
, chronic pain and terminal illness. Many people who come to see me also struggle with depression, self-esteem issues, anxiety, or trauma. Clients will find our work to be supportive and empowering. My style is warm, inviting, and down-to-earth.
Lisa Talvitie
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Whether you are preparing for a new chapter in life, going through a crisis, or grieving a
loss
, life is easier when we get the support we need. I provide counseling in a safe, judgment-free environment where we can work together to sort out your current situation, learn tools, and set goals.
Not accepting new clients
Roberta Dianne
Counselor, MC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Your issues may range from
loss
of a relationship,living in a confusing relationship, injury through past or current trauma, and/or adjusting to everyday life, such as childbirth, parenting, and work stresses.
When you are looking for a therapist you want someone who will listen, and who will hear your story without passing judgment. Once your story is told you hope your therapist can help you look at your situation from some different perspectives, and help you identify the limiting filters that you may use to view your world, so that you have more choices and possibilities in confronting and moving through tough times.
Mae Marie Soderquist-Bell
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Topics might include, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, loneliness, career, divorce,
grief
and
loss
.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? All of us experience seasons of unbalance, heartache, and emotional distress. My practice is centered on us co-authoring respectful and lasting solutions to the struggles you have experienced in the past or are presently experiencing. It is important to me for sessions to include: hopefulness, compassion, and a sense of humor. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington State. I also have a Professional Counselor License for the State of Oregon (LPC). I have worked at CHARIS Counseling Associates for over a decade. Before my counseling career, I was a high school teacher with PPS.
Waitlist for new clients
Caitlin Truitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified
Verified
Experiencing trauma,
loss
, or upheaval is destabilizing and isolating. It can erode the relationships we value the most while making us call into question our sense of identity. Even if we avoid consciously thinking about it, the imprint of our past can wreak havoc on our physical health, our nervous system, and our present experience. The healing process asks us tune into our intuition and our bodies so that we can notice which parts of ourselves most need our attention and care. I can offer tools and support for those seeking to regain a sense of safety and connection with themselves, others, and the world around them.
Anthony Boyd
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I work with adults and teens of varying cultural backgrounds struggling with issues including, but not limited to, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity issues, body image, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety,
grief
, sexuality, PTSD, and personality disorder.
Working from a multicultural perspective that employs a Person-centered approach, I am able to gain a holistic perspective of you. Throughout your therapy, we will collaborate as we tend to your inner life; both the light and shadow. I will listen to you closely with care and curiosity, and without judgment. I align closely with Jungian theory and primarily use Psychodynamic Therapy. By helping you find and recognize patterns in your emotions, thoughts, and beliefs, you can gain insight into yourself. I find this approach fosters individuation and integration, allowing for wholeness and becoming the highest version of yourself.
Anat Luce LeBlanc
MA
Are you being broken open by a new diagnosis or significant life event, revisiting an ancient wound or tending to a fresh
loss
?
Grief
and
loss
are initiations that take us deep into the roots, the shadowlands of being where they work a wild alchemy there. I offer heart-centered and empathic support for those experiencing
bereavement
,
grief
and
loss
, chronic and terminal illness and major life transitions. I recognize the privilege it is to journey with you through the most tender places and commit to hold a warm and safe space for your journey of exploration and healing - however that takes form.
Amy Altenberger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I have over 25 years of experience working with children, teens and adults who have experienced
loss
and trauma in their lives and feel that these are the underlying basis for many issues people face.
I believe in a collaborative and nurturing approach to counseling. I feel that people are shaped by the families and culture in which they were raised, the experiences they have had, and the stories they create about themselves and their world. Through our work together, I will help you tell your story; to find your voice, and create a new narrative; to feel empowered and connected. I offer a safe, client centered counseling space for you to explore and be curious; to create greater self-acceptance and emotional wellness.
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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.