Grief Therapists in Arlington, VA
Marion “Mimi” Scotchmer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) with over 16 years of experience working in behavioral health. Mimi supports clients who are experiencing a wide range of concerns including mental distress, anxiety, depression, grief, major life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Marion “Mimi” Scotchmer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) with over 16 years of experience working in behavioral health. Mimi supports clients who are experiencing a wide range of concerns including mental distress, anxiety, depression, grief, major life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I provide my clients with a safe, judgement-free environment so they feel supported from the first point of contact throughout the entire therapeutic relationship. I value individual differences in each of my clients and provide space for them to be who they are. I strongly believe that being unedited and open with oneself is essential for understanding the sources of struggles and what makes us feel stuck. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety related difficulties, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions. I work with adults and adolescents.
I provide my clients with a safe, judgement-free environment so they feel supported from the first point of contact throughout the entire therapeutic relationship. I value individual differences in each of my clients and provide space for them to be who they are. I strongly believe that being unedited and open with oneself is essential for understanding the sources of struggles and what makes us feel stuck. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety related difficulties, relationship issues, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions. I work with adults and adolescents.
In grief work, we build self-compassion, strength, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Hello and welcome to my profile! My name is Jane and I am a resident in counseling specializing in helping individuals navigate through grief, people-pleasing tendencies, and anxiety. Through a combination of empathy, compassion, and evidence-based therapy techniques, I help my clients find healing and peace in the midst of their struggles. Most importantly, working together to understand the root of their feelings and behaviors is a vital part of our work. Above all, I want to help my clients find ways to be kinder to themselves and find tools that work for them and their lifestyle.
In grief work, we build self-compassion, strength, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Hello and welcome to my profile! My name is Jane and I am a resident in counseling specializing in helping individuals navigate through grief, people-pleasing tendencies, and anxiety. Through a combination of empathy, compassion, and evidence-based therapy techniques, I help my clients find healing and peace in the midst of their struggles. Most importantly, working together to understand the root of their feelings and behaviors is a vital part of our work. Above all, I want to help my clients find ways to be kinder to themselves and find tools that work for them and their lifestyle.
With more than thirty years of experience in psychiatric social work, medical, and family-focused social work, I now focus on my special interests in my private practice including family of origin issues, military families, cancer, young adults, aging issues (including caretaker support), and loss and bereavement.
My psychotherapy practice is dedicated to the health and well-being of individuals and families struggling with depression, anxiety, family of origin conflicts, and other mental health issues that can develop in the face of life stressors. It’s not uncommon to experience emotional distress during developmental transitions throughout our lives. Challenges can include struggles within our families of origin (including relationships with a sibling, parent, or other family member), beginning college/new career, the birth of a child, marital conflict, relocation, illness, and loss and bereavement. How we respond is unique to each of us.
With more than thirty years of experience in psychiatric social work, medical, and family-focused social work, I now focus on my special interests in my private practice including family of origin issues, military families, cancer, young adults, aging issues (including caretaker support), and loss and bereavement.
My psychotherapy practice is dedicated to the health and well-being of individuals and families struggling with depression, anxiety, family of origin conflicts, and other mental health issues that can develop in the face of life stressors. It’s not uncommon to experience emotional distress during developmental transitions throughout our lives. Challenges can include struggles within our families of origin (including relationships with a sibling, parent, or other family member), beginning college/new career, the birth of a child, marital conflict, relocation, illness, and loss and bereavement. How we respond is unique to each of us.
Lisa Zager, LPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22203 (Online Only)
Training and experience in grief and loss has taught me to appreciate the individualistic nature of integrating loss as well as the external or relational dynamics that either help or hinder growth.
My purpose in each therapeutic relationship is to create a safe environment where compassion and curiosity rule. I respect the courage it takes to explore vulnerability. I have just as much respect for protective strategies that are employed,no matter how constructive or destructive they may seem. In our time together we will focus on bringing clarity to both internal and external or relational distress. My education, training and experience have prepared me to address issues of grief, trauma and transition from many angles.
Training and experience in grief and loss has taught me to appreciate the individualistic nature of integrating loss as well as the external or relational dynamics that either help or hinder growth.
My purpose in each therapeutic relationship is to create a safe environment where compassion and curiosity rule. I respect the courage it takes to explore vulnerability. I have just as much respect for protective strategies that are employed,no matter how constructive or destructive they may seem. In our time together we will focus on bringing clarity to both internal and external or relational distress. My education, training and experience have prepared me to address issues of grief, trauma and transition from many angles.
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, divorce, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship/adjustment difficulties.
"Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us." Therapy allows one to explore their inner thoughts and feelings and is a tool for building self-esteem. My therapeutic approach incorporates an empathic, honest, exploratory, and integrative style in order to provide a comfortable and safe environment. In my work with children, I incorporate play therapy techniques, as I am a firm believer that play is a child's language and toys are their words.
I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, divorce, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship/adjustment difficulties.
"Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us." Therapy allows one to explore their inner thoughts and feelings and is a tool for building self-esteem. My therapeutic approach incorporates an empathic, honest, exploratory, and integrative style in order to provide a comfortable and safe environment. In my work with children, I incorporate play therapy techniques, as I am a firm believer that play is a child's language and toys are their words.
Kristin Heinz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22209
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents, adults, and couples. My area of expertise is grief and bereavement work. Grief results from many different kinds of losses. Whether you are struggling with the death of loved one, the ending of a long-term relationship, the loss of a job, or even an identity crisis stemming from a major life change, such as marriage, birth of a child, retirement, or medical diagnosis, you may be experiencing a variety of emotions typical with grief. Working through these emotions is essential in order to heal.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents, adults, and couples. My area of expertise is grief and bereavement work. Grief results from many different kinds of losses. Whether you are struggling with the death of loved one, the ending of a long-term relationship, the loss of a job, or even an identity crisis stemming from a major life change, such as marriage, birth of a child, retirement, or medical diagnosis, you may be experiencing a variety of emotions typical with grief. Working through these emotions is essential in order to heal.
I have a lot of experience with trauma-focused treatment, behavioral approaches, and managing grief.
Do you find yourself feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck? Are you experiencing anxiety, grief, sadness, loneliness, or other difficult, overwhelming emotions? Have you experienced trauma? You do not have to struggle alone. In working with clients, I use an integrative approach to help adolescents and adults develop coping skills and improve their mental health while both identifying and accomplishing their goals. I particularly enjoy working with the LGBQ+ and trans and disabled communities. I believe that anyone can truly thrive with the proper support, understanding, and resources throughout the therapeutic journey.
I have a lot of experience with trauma-focused treatment, behavioral approaches, and managing grief.
Do you find yourself feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck? Are you experiencing anxiety, grief, sadness, loneliness, or other difficult, overwhelming emotions? Have you experienced trauma? You do not have to struggle alone. In working with clients, I use an integrative approach to help adolescents and adults develop coping skills and improve their mental health while both identifying and accomplishing their goals. I particularly enjoy working with the LGBQ+ and trans and disabled communities. I believe that anyone can truly thrive with the proper support, understanding, and resources throughout the therapeutic journey.
Lotus Holistic Therapy Center PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMT-100
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22205 (Online Only)
We are so glad you are here. We know that you are tired of being overdiagnosed and over-medicated. You know your body and your mind best-- and what you need right now is for someone to listen. What you need is someone who can consider every part of you and your situation. Lotus Holistic Therapy Center is for women struggling with fertility, confidence, trauma, and/or grief-- Teenagers trying to navigate a changing world and the tumultuous emotions that go along with that-- Couples who are having to learn their partner in a new way.
We are so glad you are here. We know that you are tired of being overdiagnosed and over-medicated. You know your body and your mind best-- and what you need right now is for someone to listen. What you need is someone who can consider every part of you and your situation. Lotus Holistic Therapy Center is for women struggling with fertility, confidence, trauma, and/or grief-- Teenagers trying to navigate a changing world and the tumultuous emotions that go along with that-- Couples who are having to learn their partner in a new way.
Postpartum Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201 (Online Only)
I am Ellen McCarter and I provide telehealth counseling throughout Virginia and Florida to individuals, couples, and families who are facing loss, illness, grief, and trauma during or after pregnancy. Common themes that I address in my work include anxiety, grief, depression, caregiving burnout, fertility challenges, subsequent pregnancies after loss/trauma, and couples/relationship issues. I am passionate about supporting clients in various stages of pregnancy and the postpartum period. I am available for online virtual appointments.
I am Ellen McCarter and I provide telehealth counseling throughout Virginia and Florida to individuals, couples, and families who are facing loss, illness, grief, and trauma during or after pregnancy. Common themes that I address in my work include anxiety, grief, depression, caregiving burnout, fertility challenges, subsequent pregnancies after loss/trauma, and couples/relationship issues. I am passionate about supporting clients in various stages of pregnancy and the postpartum period. I am available for online virtual appointments.
Katy Cribbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults facing loss, illness, coping with caregiving for an elder or a new child, new parents, and those coping with depression, anxiety, and other symptoms arising from life transitions.
We all carry wounds which affect our inner well-being, our relationships, and our ability to engage with the world. By facing our pain and suffering with compassion, we have the power to transform it into strength. Often, we cannot do this alone. Therapy is a journeying together to discover your own capacity for resilience and strength and healing into your deeper, truer self. I cultivate therapeutic relationships built on deep trust and incorporate mindfulness, narrative awareness, strengths-based insight building, and cognitive restructuring, focusing from a spiritual perspective on what gives meaning, purpose, and connection.
I specialize in working with adults facing loss, illness, coping with caregiving for an elder or a new child, new parents, and those coping with depression, anxiety, and other symptoms arising from life transitions.
We all carry wounds which affect our inner well-being, our relationships, and our ability to engage with the world. By facing our pain and suffering with compassion, we have the power to transform it into strength. Often, we cannot do this alone. Therapy is a journeying together to discover your own capacity for resilience and strength and healing into your deeper, truer self. I cultivate therapeutic relationships built on deep trust and incorporate mindfulness, narrative awareness, strengths-based insight building, and cognitive restructuring, focusing from a spiritual perspective on what gives meaning, purpose, and connection.
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Whether you're a young professional starting out or an older adult, facing a loss, a traumatic event, or a period of uncertainty can be chaotic.
I'm a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals in DC navigate grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Using a blend of techniques with a strong emphasis on mindfulness to foster self-compassion and emotional well-being, I genuinely love helping clients build a lifestyle that promotes a life of mental well-being. I also has a deep understanding of military families and veterans, having served them for 12 years. I have a warm and conversational approach, which creates a safe space for healing. In-person (Dupont) and telehealth sessions available.
Whether you're a young professional starting out or an older adult, facing a loss, a traumatic event, or a period of uncertainty can be chaotic.
I'm a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals in DC navigate grief, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Using a blend of techniques with a strong emphasis on mindfulness to foster self-compassion and emotional well-being, I genuinely love helping clients build a lifestyle that promotes a life of mental well-being. I also has a deep understanding of military families and veterans, having served them for 12 years. I have a warm and conversational approach, which creates a safe space for healing. In-person (Dupont) and telehealth sessions available.
I also work with those grieving, through divorce, and death of a loved one.
I'm here to listen and to care, there is hope and help. I don't want you to feel this way one more day. Where there is lack of understanding, let's find meaning.I stand ready to support you on your jouney to flourish! I've successfully helped couples rediscover their loving relationship. Yes. It’s possible. Let’s work to build satisfying relationships. To understand and dentifythe triggers that lead to anxiety and depression. While planning supports your strengths. It would be a privilege to assist you on this journey. Together we can plan strategies to move forward to positive change.
I also work with those grieving, through divorce, and death of a loved one.
I'm here to listen and to care, there is hope and help. I don't want you to feel this way one more day. Where there is lack of understanding, let's find meaning.I stand ready to support you on your jouney to flourish! I've successfully helped couples rediscover their loving relationship. Yes. It’s possible. Let’s work to build satisfying relationships. To understand and dentifythe triggers that lead to anxiety and depression. While planning supports your strengths. It would be a privilege to assist you on this journey. Together we can plan strategies to move forward to positive change.
People come for psychotherapy when they are hurting or feeling stuck in unproductive thinking and behavior. This can manifest in depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, issues with career and work performance and self deprecating behaviors. Loss, grief and illnesses can be hard to bear and cause feelings of aloneness. What is often needed is a safe environment for the cultivation of acceptance and compassion and the willingness to wisely explore in a trusting relationship. Developing space to have a new understanding of difficulties can open to greater awareness, sense of possibility and the capacity to live more fully.
People come for psychotherapy when they are hurting or feeling stuck in unproductive thinking and behavior. This can manifest in depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, issues with career and work performance and self deprecating behaviors. Loss, grief and illnesses can be hard to bear and cause feelings of aloneness. What is often needed is a safe environment for the cultivation of acceptance and compassion and the willingness to wisely explore in a trusting relationship. Developing space to have a new understanding of difficulties can open to greater awareness, sense of possibility and the capacity to live more fully.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are experiencing life challenges including: relationship difficulties, anxiety or fears, rebuilding trust, loss or grief, family difficulties, sexual orientation questions, recovery from abuse or neglect, and challenges that come from navigating various transitions and changes in life.
As there are many therapists to choose from, your task in finding a therapist can be challenging for various reasons. I hope by reading more about me, you will have a better sense of how I may be able to help you. I believe that successful therapy depends upon your sense of comfort and emotional safety, as well as the connection we establish in the therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are experiencing life challenges including: relationship difficulties, anxiety or fears, rebuilding trust, loss or grief, family difficulties, sexual orientation questions, recovery from abuse or neglect, and challenges that come from navigating various transitions and changes in life.
As there are many therapists to choose from, your task in finding a therapist can be challenging for various reasons. I hope by reading more about me, you will have a better sense of how I may be able to help you. I believe that successful therapy depends upon your sense of comfort and emotional safety, as well as the connection we establish in the therapeutic relationship.
Although the mourning process can be arduous, it has the potential to provide you with great insights and growth.
My sole focus is grief--whether you have experienced a death, or you or someone you love is currently navigating a life-limiting illness. You may be grappling with a number of grief reactions--physical, emotional, behavioral, cognitive and spiritual. Grief counseling is a place to discuss and better understand your experiences, identify coping and self-care strategies and find new paths forward.
Although the mourning process can be arduous, it has the potential to provide you with great insights and growth.
My sole focus is grief--whether you have experienced a death, or you or someone you love is currently navigating a life-limiting illness. You may be grappling with a number of grief reactions--physical, emotional, behavioral, cognitive and spiritual. Grief counseling is a place to discuss and better understand your experiences, identify coping and self-care strategies and find new paths forward.
In addition, I specialize in women's loss issues such as miscarriages, still born baby, postpartum depression, infertility, cancer, menopause, relationship and parenting problems; and I love working with couples, families, individuals or caregivers who need help coping with medical issues, such as cancer, surgeries, auto-immune disorders, or chronic fatigue.
If life and all it brings leaves you feeling trapped, fearful, depressed, or overwhelmed, I can help. I offer a safe, collaborative, therapeutic experience, uniquely tailored to meet your needs. Together we will move toward success in managing stress, satisfaction in relationships, enjoyment of life, & well-being. I work with issues related to Depression; Grief/ Loss; Women's Issues; Adjustment to Change or Loss; Issues associated with Cancer, Chronic illness and/or Pain; Life Transition Issues & Relational problems. Faith based counseling available. Currently I exclusively offer tele-counseling for clients in Arizona and Virginia.
In addition, I specialize in women's loss issues such as miscarriages, still born baby, postpartum depression, infertility, cancer, menopause, relationship and parenting problems; and I love working with couples, families, individuals or caregivers who need help coping with medical issues, such as cancer, surgeries, auto-immune disorders, or chronic fatigue.
If life and all it brings leaves you feeling trapped, fearful, depressed, or overwhelmed, I can help. I offer a safe, collaborative, therapeutic experience, uniquely tailored to meet your needs. Together we will move toward success in managing stress, satisfaction in relationships, enjoyment of life, & well-being. I work with issues related to Depression; Grief/ Loss; Women's Issues; Adjustment to Change or Loss; Issues associated with Cancer, Chronic illness and/or Pain; Life Transition Issues & Relational problems. Faith based counseling available. Currently I exclusively offer tele-counseling for clients in Arizona and Virginia.
Teresa McCrossin LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Arlington, VA 22203
I provide counseling services to individuals and couples who are undergoing or have undergone fertility treatment, pregnancy loss and with single persons and LGBTQ+ moving forward to become parents and considerations for navigating this process.
Often, the reality of becoming pregnant and having a baby is different from what we imagined it would be. If your experience is not what you expected for your fertility journey, pregnancy, or infancy of your child, you may feel overwhelmed, alone, or lost. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor. I have been in private practice over 20 yrs and specialize in infertility, third party reproduction (use of donor sperm, donor eggs, and donor embryo), miscarriage, stillbirth, fetal anomalies, postpartum depression and reproductive health, grief, anxiety and depression.
I provide counseling services to individuals and couples who are undergoing or have undergone fertility treatment, pregnancy loss and with single persons and LGBTQ+ moving forward to become parents and considerations for navigating this process.
Often, the reality of becoming pregnant and having a baby is different from what we imagined it would be. If your experience is not what you expected for your fertility journey, pregnancy, or infancy of your child, you may feel overwhelmed, alone, or lost. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor. I have been in private practice over 20 yrs and specialize in infertility, third party reproduction (use of donor sperm, donor eggs, and donor embryo), miscarriage, stillbirth, fetal anomalies, postpartum depression and reproductive health, grief, anxiety and depression.
Are you ready to engage with your life, your partner or family in a healthier way? Perhaps you or your family have experienced a significant loss or a family member is experiencing a challenging illness, and things seem especially dark right now. My goal is to help you find peace and purpose in every possible life transition and challenge. I want to work with you to uncover negative patterns that may be getting in the way of your best life. Together, we will develop and implement a plan that will allow you to achieve your goals. A rich, full, satisfying life is possible. We can get there together.
Are you ready to engage with your life, your partner or family in a healthier way? Perhaps you or your family have experienced a significant loss or a family member is experiencing a challenging illness, and things seem especially dark right now. My goal is to help you find peace and purpose in every possible life transition and challenge. I want to work with you to uncover negative patterns that may be getting in the way of your best life. Together, we will develop and implement a plan that will allow you to achieve your goals. A rich, full, satisfying life is possible. We can get there together.
Sharon Fischman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, VA 22201
Life can be overwhelming. Whether it is interpersonal challenges, trauma, grief, or learning why we make ineffective choices, therapy can help. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors effectively. I work from a non-judgmental, collaborative, and strengths-based perspective. I believe you are doing the best you can at this moment; I will help you build towards making changes in your life to reach your goals.
Life can be overwhelming. Whether it is interpersonal challenges, trauma, grief, or learning why we make ineffective choices, therapy can help. I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors effectively. I work from a non-judgmental, collaborative, and strengths-based perspective. I believe you are doing the best you can at this moment; I will help you build towards making changes in your life to reach your goals.
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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.