I facilitate eight week long bereavement groups for adults mourning the loss of parents, siblings, and people under the age of fifty grieving the loss of a partner or spouse.
Hosted by R Benyamin Cirlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10024
For twenty five years I have counseled children and adults through the grief process engendered by death, miscarriage and infertility.
I have been a Clinical Psychologist for 30 years, and I continue to be enriched, challenged and personally deepened by my work. My therapeutic style is to be active, engaged and empathetic. I explore the past, ask questions about the present, and collaborate with my clients to brainstorm solutions for the future as I work to help people find meaning and purpose in their lives. As Clinical Director of the Center for Loss and Renewal, I have an expertise in loss situations, yet I see many couples for relationship enhancement issues and do coaching for business success.
The prolonged grief that comes from watching a loved one battle chronic illness is a unique struggle and often exists without many spaces to talk about it. This group is meant to hold that space and provide a non-judgmental environment where members can feel supported through their grief and in community with similarly situated people.
My interests are in anxiety-related disorders, depression, OCD, complex and generational trauma, women’s issues, grief, life transitions, relationship issues.
Whether you are new to therapy or continuing therapy and looking for a new counselor, I understand that transitions are difficult and being vulnerable can take a tremendous amount of courage. I hope to offer you the space where you can feel safe and supported during this transition. I believe that everyone has the opportunity for growth and that we all have the potential to live meaningful, happy lives if we let ourselves. Together, we can explore the challenges that you are facing, and I will provide you with the emotional support and encouragement that is sometimes needed to create positive change.
It is something no parent should ever have to experience and yet approximately 1 in 4 pregnancies ends in a loss. This is a therapeutic process group that brings women together to support each other around devastating losses and challenges with fertility. It will meet for one hour weekly virtually (most likely midday) starting in May. - $100 per week for 8 weeks. - Day / Time TBD
Hosted by Laura Roemer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10003
I also have experience working with individuals coping with substance abuse, chronic and terminal illness, and issues of grief and loss.
I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. Therapy can be one of the most important tools we use to manage stress and improve our confidence and relationships. The value of having a safe space to share your thoughts and feelings can't be measured. My role as therapist is as an empathetic guide and as a supportive and objective presence. I provide feedback which is reflective, constructive and without judgment. I aim to provide you with tools you can utilize in your daily life, and with the understanding to help you remove unconscious roadblocks and reframe unhealthy thinking patterns.
This is a 6-week group focused on providing support to individuals struggling with a perinatal loss.
Hosted by Rochelle (Shelly) Steinwurtzel
Psychologist, MSEd, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
I am trained to work with people experiencing all kinds of emotional and mental challenges with special training in parenting, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders as well as grief and loss.
I listen empathically to help my patients develop self-compassion and awareness so they can develop acceptance and create change. I see my role as listener, supporter, and guide into the internal world. My job is to thoughtfully explore with you, this unknown terrain and come to know the resources, resiliency, and best self that already exists. I also believe that life is not all rainbows and unicorns. There are many up and downs. The question is how we get through them. We must explore all aspects of life to fully engage and fulfill our greatest potentials.
Difficult experiences shine a light on our resilience, making clear how much or how little we have in any given moment. This group will provide a safe and nurturing space to be with those experiences, learn and practice tools and techniques to move through difficult moments and discover that we're already more resilient than we may perceive ourself to be.
Hosted by Ginny Paige LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, RPT™
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10038
Become empowered to move beyond grief, live more confidently, have the relationships you desire and find sustained healing.
Are you overwhelmed by grief, anxiety, or relationship struggles? Do you feel lost or disconnected? Do you mourn the life you envisioned but don't have? Do you constantly worry or struggle with communicating your needs? Do you fear abandonment? Trauma, career disruption, a breakup, a move, illness, or even the death of a pet can trigger emotional difficulties. If family or friends pressure you to "bounce back" before you are ready, you may feel even more alone. Therapy can help you can navigate your feelings, gain balance, and heal relationships. Your past does not have to be your future. Reach out today.
Are you struggling to cope with the death of a loved one? Grief is a complex and often isolating experience, and it can be challenging to navigate the difficult feelings that may arise. This is an ongoing support group for people who are struggling with the death of a loved one. It is designed to give participants the opportunity to explore their “story of loss” — the story of your person who has died, your relationship with them, and the life you live now. This group meets online through a videoconferencing platform.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults facing many concerns, with an emphasis on trauma, identity issues, grief, and religious/spiritual matters.
Deciding to seek professional help for problems in your life is a big step, and it is my goal to make that choice as rewarding as possible. I believe in cultivating a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore the challenges you face. It is my hope that clients will be able to use the safety of our therapeutic relationship to learn how to approach these challenges with curiosity instead of fear. Together, we can find ways to face those challenges head-on with courage and authenticity, and embark on a journey toward self-discovery, healing, and peace of mind.
Be added on waitlist for Online Christian Counseling Grief Group lead by a Psychotherapist. $40 per session.
As a specialist in Christian Counseling, I've had the privilege of guiding adults through the complexities of life, from navigating anxiety, depression, and grief to tackling adjustment issues, relationship complexities, work stress, and spiritual quests. My therapeutic approach is as diverse as the individuals I serve, incorporating Narrative, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, and Existential therapies. Each style is a tool, selected and refined to meet your unique needs and goals.
Starting SEPT 5! Through this virtual group, you will get a foundational understanding of one modality that can be particularly helpful for ongoing health issues: Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (pronounced “ACT”). Many modalities seek symptom reduction as an outcome of treatment, however with ongoing health issues, symptom reduction may not be a realistic end goal. As such, the ACT approach of pursuing what is important in the presence of symptoms emerges as a more realistic endeavor. Join this 8-week ACT workshop to learn strategies for managing difficult thoughts, feelings & emotions and find ways of committing to you values-based living.
No matter what path we take in life, we will be met with suffering and hardship along the way. This is a natural aspect of the human condition. My goal as a Therapist is to assist you with identifying how your suffering manifests (whether it be due to depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, life change etc.) and the variety of ways in which you can cope with the distressing situations in your life. In my practice, I work to cultivate a warm, non-judgmental space that welcomes you to safely explore the issues you are facing. I specialize in working with clients working through anxiety, OCD, life changes and chronic health struggles.
We are all touched by grief at some point in our lives. Learning how to cope with the death of a loved one doesn’t have to be something that you do alone. If you are suffering from the loss of a partner, sibling, friend, child, or someone who was important in your life, then this virtual grief support group may help you navigate the healing process while being in the presence of others who have had a similar experience. This group meets weekly and provides emotional support for its members, as well as strategies for coping with loss, caring for oneself while grieving, etc.
I also work with clients who have experienced a wide range of traumatic events, including those grappling with loss and grief.
I take an empathic and supportive approach to therapy by establishing a safe space for my clients to uncover and explore painful emotions. Whether you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) or are experiencing chronic stress, feeling anxious or depressed, together we will identify goals for therapy. I tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of every client—with the aim of helping the client develop new coping skills, enhance self-awareness, foster positive change, and increase overall satisfaction and well-being. My specialized training includes both cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy.
Earth & Soul Guided Experiences combines naturalist knowledge, mindfulness, and outdoor experience with a focus on healing from the loss of a loved one. I am here to help you create an intentional connection with your inner and outer world. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Adirondacks woods and waters while reconnecting with your true self. Experience the art of moving mindfully in nature with a restorative walk. Slow down and open yourself to expand into awareness at a deeper level.
Hosted by Rivka Cilley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saranac Lake, NY 12983
She creates a safe space for grief and traumatic experiences to emerge and resolve smoothly without reliving them or being overwhelming.
The heart of my practice is creating a safe compassionate space and present space for my clients to awaken to their true nature, love themselves completely and express their uniqueness. I believe that each of us holds the truth and wisdom within. My role as facilitator is to help you listen deep within to your souls guidance. I do this by using mindfulness, meditation, connecting with nature, ancient yoga practices, and energy balancing techniques. My specialty is helping people in transition such as with relationships, loss through death, career, and health issues.
This closed group will focus on the cycle of grief and how to manage emotions that accompany it. It is geared toward adolescents who struggle with these emotions and impacts their day to day lives. When a person is grieving, it is the spirit within the person which needs nurturing. It is through nurturing of the spirit that healing begins
Hosted by Lisa Marie McClary
Lisa, McClary, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rochester, NY 14624
I implement a variety of therapeutic techniques used to address issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, grief, relationship challenges and life transitions.
A Licensed Social Worker with 13 years of experience in mental health counseling, crisis management and mental health assessments. I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and School Social Work. I use a generalist practice approach, while incorporating solution focused therapy, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and spiritual therapy. I believe, at least for most people, a deep-seated sense of meaning and purpose in life, together with a sense of belonging, is of foundational importance to psychological well-being and wholeness.
A group where individuals working through grief, come together and cook recipes and talk about food that reminds them of lost loved ones. Visit the url for more info at www.cookingandremembering.com
Hosted by Peter Gevisser
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Beacon, NY 12508
Peter Gevisser is a licensed Therapist who works with Couples & Individuals. In helping couples work through conflict, they emerge with a deeper, more satisfying relationship. In this way, conflict is seen as an opportunity for growth. Peter also works creatively with individuals struggling with depression; & drug, sex and alcohol addiction, by exploring ways to substitute negative habits with positive rituals. Creativity is explored further with clients moving through grief. In learning to live with loss, one's life may be richer for it. His hope is that by providing a safe space for the client, the world outside will become a little less overwhelming.
This group offers a safe place for you to discuss and explore feelings generated by the experience of infertility. The group will help you to improve coping abilities, and work towards resolution of your infertility with others in the same situation. You will find an environment where you are not alone, and you will find your feelings of anger, guilt, depression and anxiety validated and accepted as a normal response to the experience of infertility. The skills learned and support of the group will help you to thrive while you work towards resolving your infertility.
Hosted by Pauline Walfisch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville Centre, NY 11570
We'll work through things like loss, unexpected outcomes, role transitions, trauma, and the far reaching effects of infertility.
Everyone has a story to untangle. What is yours? Sometimes life send ups and downs -leaving you confused and overwhelmed. Situations like family building can leave you feeling depressed, anxious, vulnerable, powerless, confused, and alone. I can help you to face these situations, to find the strength to make important decisions, to untangle upsetting thoughts, and to learn coping techniques to help you manage and understand these feelings. No one should suffer in silence, and no one should have to face these feelings alone. But besides support, we will work and heal. If you are invested in healing- thats what we will do!
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is not only extremely difficult, but it can feel very isolating. It's a pain that might be hard to explain to others, so seeking support from others who are also mourning can be a comforting experience. If you've lost a loved one, this support group can provide you with a therapeutic space to process your grief and feel less alone. You'll also learn helpful ways to cope with bereavement. This virtual group is held weekly via video conferencing.
Hosted by Corina Peguero
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in New York, NY 10017
I work hard to create a safe and inviting space for my clients to work on whichever problems they choose to bring into their sessions. My approach reflects my empathic, nonjudgmental, & compassionate style. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in treatment, as I believe that healing happens when there is a strong therapeutic alliance. I collaborate with and empower my clients to harness or reclaim their inner strength and power. I have experience working with adults and teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship stressors, grief, work/life stress, life transitions & trauma.
Grief is the sacred work of moving through loss and painful change. When we gather together in our grief, we find freedom and build resiliency. This circle is for all kinds of grief - from the loss of a loved one or a pet, to the loss of some way life was supposed to be, to the sadness and anxiety connected with the climate crisis. Circles will include meditations, sound healing, creative expression and embodied rituals that will help us de-isolate our sorrow, and find the freedom to live forward. (Please note: this group is not for the newly bereaved.)
With a special focus on mindfulness, I greatly value using creative expression, spiritual rituals and sound therapy as profound tools for transforming the pain of loss and transitions.
I deeply respect your wanting to address something in your life that keeps you from feeling happy and whole. Maybe it's a recent event or loss, or a troubled relationship, or maybe a past pain that continues to hurt. Perhaps you are feeling a lack of purpose, or a lack of connection with who you really are. The role of a pastoral counselor is to be a compassionate listener and guide - someone who can sit with you as you explore a deeper self-understanding, reflect back to you your insights, discuss options and goals, then assist you in designing an effective path of healing and change. I am honored to offer you my support.
Bereavement support groups to offer a sacred supportive presence and space to honor your grief. Specially Trained & Experienced Clinician facilitates this group. A Safe and Supportive space to address your grieving process. Learn new coping mechanisms & grief education that speaks to your current functioning and status. You will be in the presence of other parents who have experienced this loss. Pre registration & attendance of all 8 groups is required {weather & health permitting}
Hosted by Bernadette Winters Bell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oneonta, NY 13820
Grieving is a process of learning how to live in your changed world and integrating the loss into this confusing and sometimes scary new life.
Everyone suffers many losses in their lifetime. Grief is our reaction to loss based on what we have learned from childhood, what we have experienced as adults, and how we have chosen to respond. We then struggle to determine how to evolve and change. The grieving process does not follow a prescribed path. There are many commonalities to the grieving process, yet the journey is unique to the individual. Loss is typically defined as a death, but may take many forms: a relationship, a job, a pet. I specialize in many types of Grief and Transitions including Anticipatory. Absent, Complicated, Disenfranchised, Chronic, Delayed and Inhibited.
Dr.Debbie Lang, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, and Debbie Marks Kahn, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, Licensed Art Therapist have come together to announce the collaboration of body--mind and art therapy to heal loss and to learn to journey forward in life. Together we will create a beautiful treasure box to keep your memories of your loved one safe. The Healing Stories Collage Box will be a vessel for your stories and other treasures, covered with your photographs, flat momentos, euphoria, memorabilia, words, poems. Come Celebrate the life of the one you lost and create a beautiful keepsake to display and embrace in your heart.
Hosted by Debbie Marks Kahn
Art Therapist, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Granite Springs, NY 10527
Have worked in Nursing Homes, In-patient psychiatric hospitals, past Alzheimer's Association board member, work with clients with issues with grief, loss, illness, depression, low self-esteem.
Whether you are struggling to find meaning in your life after dealing with the loss of a loved one, failing health, life changes or one of your parents, spouse or yourself has Alzheimer's or another dementing illness I am here to help you. Your first step is a phone call away. I will travel to your home. My clients are not necessarily "artists" and there is no need to be afraid of using art materials. Art therapy uses art materials to help you or your loved one in ways that words alone cannot. It is about the process, not the product!
Shared Grief provides a space for adults in their 20s to 40s to connect over their experience of loss of a parent, sibling, or partner. The group runs in 10-12 session cycles, with an emphasis on creating connection and community among members, and focuses on supporting the process of adaptation to loss through three pillars: Normalization and acceptance of grief-related emotions; Maintaining connection to the person who has died; Restorative processing of members individual goals and aspirations.
I specialize in working with grief and loss, difficulty with life transitions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral challenges, and parent-child or peer conflict.
Do you find yourself feeling unfulfilled, unmotivated, or held back in your relationships and pursuits in some way? Have you experienced loss in your life, and are noticing that your grief continues to impact you in unexpected or overwhelming ways? Perhaps you are hoping to support the growth and development of your child, who is having difficulties in their own social or academic world? By being here, you have taken an important step in trying to connect yourself with the resources you deserve. Allow me to support your journey as we work together to identify and strive towards your goals.
A unique group aimed to unite and support grieving daughters / womxn who lost their mothers before age 20. Focus will be on the complexities of navigating the world after the loss of a mother. In particular, the group will examine: the unfolding of grief; obstacles to the grieving process; finding one’s identity amidst an early parental loss; impact of loss on present relationships; continuing bonds; coping with loss; mothering without a mother (applies to: existing moms, moms-to-be, and those ambivalent to motherhood); parenting ourselves. Best suited to those whose loss occurred more than 12 months ago.
My practice focuses on women's mental health/ fertility / pregnancy / postpartum (incl. new dads & LGBTQ families), grief (more specifically early mother loss, and pregnancy loss), and relationship issues. Throughout our lives, we're constantly relating to one another, and building new experiences from these relationships. Unfortunately, relationships can also often feel unfulfilling, or make us feel neglected. They can bring on feelings of loss and disconnection. Then, life in general starts to feel unfulfilling. This can be changed. Psychotherapy, where the fit between patient-therapist is right, can be an immensely powerful tool.
A 10 week online group to support individuals in coping with loss. Gain education on the stages of grief and explore use of psychodrama, music therapy, & narrative therapy to process your loss. Group is offered via zoom and is restricted to 8 participants. Wednesday 6:00-7:15pm.
Hosted by Cody Bowser
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP II
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Accepting new clients Sept 2024, and now licensed in VT! Cody offers a safe and comfortable environment for those seeking supportive therapeutic services. Partnering with those struggling in relationship and/or communication, life transitions, addiction, trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, family, & areas of need specific to the LGBTQIA population. Cody provides family counseling for a variety of needs including addiction, grief, & co-occurring disorders. Partnering with you where you are at, engaging with those ages 12+. Utilizing interventions to increase motivation to change, including offering multiple approaches to addiction.
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Grief Support Groups
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.