Grief Therapists in North Liberty, IA
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Julie Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
“Before you assist others, put your oxygen mask on first." Prioritizing your wellness is essential. Perhaps you feel pulled in a million directions or you have suffered a loss. Perhaps you are stuck in an unhealthy relationship or you constantly compare yourself to others. Breaking unhealthy cycles of thought can be life-changing.
“Before you assist others, put your oxygen mask on first." Prioritizing your wellness is essential. Perhaps you feel pulled in a million directions or you have suffered a loss. Perhaps you are stuck in an unhealthy relationship or you constantly compare yourself to others. Breaking unhealthy cycles of thought can be life-changing.
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Laura L Housel
Counselor, LMHC, ATR, CSAT, CTRS, CYI
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling lost, alone, and misunderstood? Life and relationships aren't turning out quite like you thought? Maybe you never quite fit in or were able figure things out like others. You might be going through changes such as: shift in your work or career due to burnout or distress; transitioning from a religion; late diagnosis related to neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, etc.); exploring identity; realizing your coping strategies have become addictive or harmful; re-examining relationships, intimacy, roles, experiencing conflict or time of reckoning; feeling disconnected from self, others, spirituality; or experiencing grief or loss
Feeling lost, alone, and misunderstood? Life and relationships aren't turning out quite like you thought? Maybe you never quite fit in or were able figure things out like others. You might be going through changes such as: shift in your work or career due to burnout or distress; transitioning from a religion; late diagnosis related to neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, etc.); exploring identity; realizing your coping strategies have become addictive or harmful; re-examining relationships, intimacy, roles, experiencing conflict or time of reckoning; feeling disconnected from self, others, spirituality; or experiencing grief or loss
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My direct phone is 319-364-5106. My areas of special interest are grief counseling and helping those coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, spirituality , relationship issues, existential struggles, and recovery from domestic violence. I have years of experience doing individual, premarital, and couple therapy. I am especially sensitive to those who've had losses and are coping with sadness, sorrow, or grief. My clients tell me I have exceptional listening skills and the ability to make each person feel valued. I value each person's story and honor it as I help people find meaningful, healthy, and productive lives.
My direct phone is 319-364-5106. My areas of special interest are grief counseling and helping those coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, spirituality , relationship issues, existential struggles, and recovery from domestic violence. I have years of experience doing individual, premarital, and couple therapy. I am especially sensitive to those who've had losses and are coping with sadness, sorrow, or grief. My clients tell me I have exceptional listening skills and the ability to make each person feel valued. I value each person's story and honor it as I help people find meaningful, healthy, and productive lives.
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Carolina Isleib
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
Hi there! I am a LMSW with a Certificate in Aging and Longevity Studies. I offer individual psychotherapy to those 15+. In my practice, I work with clients who are adopted and may be experiencing challenges in life transitions, relationships, identity, and self-esteem. I work with clients experiencing grief over the loss of a loved one or change (work, life, relationship). I work with clients of color and how their identity affects them here in Iowa. My clients come wanting to share their lived experiences with someone who is safe, warm, and can offer a different perspective with tools to cope and understand the self better.
Hi there! I am a LMSW with a Certificate in Aging and Longevity Studies. I offer individual psychotherapy to those 15+. In my practice, I work with clients who are adopted and may be experiencing challenges in life transitions, relationships, identity, and self-esteem. I work with clients experiencing grief over the loss of a loved one or change (work, life, relationship). I work with clients of color and how their identity affects them here in Iowa. My clients come wanting to share their lived experiences with someone who is safe, warm, and can offer a different perspective with tools to cope and understand the self better.
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Michelle Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
Michelle's approach to psychotherapy is grounded in her belief that the potential for healing and change lies within us all. She combines modern psychotherapy techniques with holistic mental health techniques to create an individual approach to healing to support client's experiencing anxiety/depression/grief and loss/trauma and life adjustments. Her goal is to provide therapeutic approaches and tools that can easily be integrated into daily life. She believes that creating a life of joy, meaning and balance are possible with the proper support and practice.
Michelle's approach to psychotherapy is grounded in her belief that the potential for healing and change lies within us all. She combines modern psychotherapy techniques with holistic mental health techniques to create an individual approach to healing to support client's experiencing anxiety/depression/grief and loss/trauma and life adjustments. Her goal is to provide therapeutic approaches and tools that can easily be integrated into daily life. She believes that creating a life of joy, meaning and balance are possible with the proper support and practice.
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Kayla Sellers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
I strive to offer you a genuine, empathetic presence and safe space to help you navigate your way toward healing and growth. I see the ways that life stressors, stuck patterns, uncertainty, trauma, and grief impact day to day life. I believe that change takes place through relationships and I am committed to providing you warmth and support within the therapeutic relationship. Whether we are honoring difficult emotions or sharing a laugh, I strive to always meet you with authenticity and trust through a collaborative approach. I am dedicated to respecting your lived experience, autonomy, and goals.
I strive to offer you a genuine, empathetic presence and safe space to help you navigate your way toward healing and growth. I see the ways that life stressors, stuck patterns, uncertainty, trauma, and grief impact day to day life. I believe that change takes place through relationships and I am committed to providing you warmth and support within the therapeutic relationship. Whether we are honoring difficult emotions or sharing a laugh, I strive to always meet you with authenticity and trust through a collaborative approach. I am dedicated to respecting your lived experience, autonomy, and goals.
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In the years that I have been working as a mental health provider, I have met with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds. My clients have a variety of mental health problems, relationship issues, life transitional periods, grief and loss, trauma, and similar hardships. Some clients know what they suffer from and are ready to make changes. Some of my clients have felt something has been "off" for some time but do not know where to start, so I help them to assess the problem areas and track their progress between sessions. Changes happen at different speeds to different people for different reasons.
In the years that I have been working as a mental health provider, I have met with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds. My clients have a variety of mental health problems, relationship issues, life transitional periods, grief and loss, trauma, and similar hardships. Some clients know what they suffer from and are ready to make changes. Some of my clients have felt something has been "off" for some time but do not know where to start, so I help them to assess the problem areas and track their progress between sessions. Changes happen at different speeds to different people for different reasons.
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Heidi Vogel
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
I consider it a privilege to walk alongside those who have survived trauma and assist them in healing, empowering themselves and improving their quality of life. I also enjoy working with those who are going through transitions in their life, having spent the past 8 years of my career helping college students of all ages navigate transitions. Whether you are struggling to adjust after a loss, a change in relationship status or a career, we can work together to navigate this change effectively.
I consider it a privilege to walk alongside those who have survived trauma and assist them in healing, empowering themselves and improving their quality of life. I also enjoy working with those who are going through transitions in their life, having spent the past 8 years of my career helping college students of all ages navigate transitions. Whether you are struggling to adjust after a loss, a change in relationship status or a career, we can work together to navigate this change effectively.
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Heidi Gingerich Detweiler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
Heidi is Licensed Independent Social Worker and a trauma informed, EMDR trained therapist. Heidi is skilled in working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, interpersonal relationship struggles, grief/loss, and life transitions. Heidi considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals, couples and families as they seek to nurture healing and resilience.
Heidi is Licensed Independent Social Worker and a trauma informed, EMDR trained therapist. Heidi is skilled in working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, interpersonal relationship struggles, grief/loss, and life transitions. Heidi considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals, couples and families as they seek to nurture healing and resilience.
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I have helped those with issues such as anger, anxiety, grief and trauma.
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
I have helped those with issues such as anger, anxiety, grief and trauma.
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
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Katie Burrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
I have been practicing in the field of social work for over 15 years. As a social worker, I have spent my career listening and helping clients to make change. I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety; specifically surrounding life changes such as parenthood, relationship changes, grief and loss and adjusting to young adulthood.
I have been practicing in the field of social work for over 15 years. As a social worker, I have spent my career listening and helping clients to make change. I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety; specifically surrounding life changes such as parenthood, relationship changes, grief and loss and adjusting to young adulthood.
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Have you gone through a trauma that's still affecting you? Is it affecting your relationships or self-esteem? Or perhaps this trauma has made you feel stressed, overwhelmed and isolated. I’m a trained trauma psychologist and can assist you on a path to recovery and healing. Here are some (but not all) of the issues I can help with: abuse in relationships/childhood/adulthood, accidents, deployment to combat zones, losses/grief, divorce/relationship breakups, events that were humiliating and assaults.
Have you gone through a trauma that's still affecting you? Is it affecting your relationships or self-esteem? Or perhaps this trauma has made you feel stressed, overwhelmed and isolated. I’m a trained trauma psychologist and can assist you on a path to recovery and healing. Here are some (but not all) of the issues I can help with: abuse in relationships/childhood/adulthood, accidents, deployment to combat zones, losses/grief, divorce/relationship breakups, events that were humiliating and assaults.
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Evergreen Therapy Center
Psychologist, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, LISW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
We strive to create a relaxed, empathetic and healing environment to help you cope with your personal struggles such as trauma, anxiety, depression or loss.
Are you struggling to move forward? Do you feel overwhelmed all the time? We have immediate openings with a therapist or psychologist. Let us help you find a solution to your problems. We will listen, support and help you build the courage to face your challenges.
We strive to create a relaxed, empathetic and healing environment to help you cope with your personal struggles such as trauma, anxiety, depression or loss.
Are you struggling to move forward? Do you feel overwhelmed all the time? We have immediate openings with a therapist or psychologist. Let us help you find a solution to your problems. We will listen, support and help you build the courage to face your challenges.
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Curently scheduling 6 weeks out. My experience includes working with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years. I have been in private practice since 2009. I primarily work with adults and couples. My clinical specialties include marriage and relationship counseling for couples whose relationship is experiencing a crisis from issues as an affair, tragedy, stressors or suffering from loss of connection.
Curently scheduling 6 weeks out. My experience includes working with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years. I have been in private practice since 2009. I primarily work with adults and couples. My clinical specialties include marriage and relationship counseling for couples whose relationship is experiencing a crisis from issues as an affair, tragedy, stressors or suffering from loss of connection.
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I work with individuals seeking relief from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, as well as a variety of chronic health conditions.
I work with individuals seeking relief from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, as well as a variety of chronic health conditions.
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Areas I specialize include anxiety, depression, childhood sexual abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, childhood trauma, cutting and self-harm, grief and loss, domestic violence, Emotional Intensity Disorder, addiction, couples counseling, stress management, adolescents, eating disorders, EAP services, and chronic mental illness.
All of us have some hard and difficult times in life and we need some help. Although this can be humbling, it usually pays off in the end. I am a very flexible and laid back person and am here to help you with whatever it is you are struggling with. There will be no judgment and we will work on what only you want to work on. I believe there is no magic answer to everything and not everything works for everybody, so it is you and I trying to figure out what works best for you.
Areas I specialize include anxiety, depression, childhood sexual abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, childhood trauma, cutting and self-harm, grief and loss, domestic violence, Emotional Intensity Disorder, addiction, couples counseling, stress management, adolescents, eating disorders, EAP services, and chronic mental illness.
All of us have some hard and difficult times in life and we need some help. Although this can be humbling, it usually pays off in the end. I am a very flexible and laid back person and am here to help you with whatever it is you are struggling with. There will be no judgment and we will work on what only you want to work on. I believe there is no magic answer to everything and not everything works for everybody, so it is you and I trying to figure out what works best for you.
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Interplay Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
Susan G Schmitz, MSW, LISW and Sarah K Anderson, MSW, LISW work with adults, adolescents and some older elementary school-aged children along with their families. Common presenting issues include anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulty with life transitions such as divorce, grief and loss, and relationship issues. We employ a strengths-based approach within a non-judgmental, eclectic framework. We will work together to tailor treatment plans to your needs. Each of us offers a unique, yet similar approach, having been trained a generation apart, but within the same theories and modalities.
Susan G Schmitz, MSW, LISW and Sarah K Anderson, MSW, LISW work with adults, adolescents and some older elementary school-aged children along with their families. Common presenting issues include anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulty with life transitions such as divorce, grief and loss, and relationship issues. We employ a strengths-based approach within a non-judgmental, eclectic framework. We will work together to tailor treatment plans to your needs. Each of us offers a unique, yet similar approach, having been trained a generation apart, but within the same theories and modalities.
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United Action for Youth Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
Our therapists are trained to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioral problems, family conflict, grief, self-harm (cutting), and the consequences of physical and sexual abuse.
The therapists at United Action for Youth have a unique ability to engage teenagers in individual adolescent psychotherapy. They balance listening with talking; they don't lecture or blame; they tailor their style to increase the youth's comfort. UAY therapists have expertise in the areas that are common concerns for teens, parents, and young adults. Although our focus is serving youth 10-25, we can also provide services for adults if space is available.
Our therapists are trained to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioral problems, family conflict, grief, self-harm (cutting), and the consequences of physical and sexual abuse.
The therapists at United Action for Youth have a unique ability to engage teenagers in individual adolescent psychotherapy. They balance listening with talking; they don't lecture or blame; they tailor their style to increase the youth's comfort. UAY therapists have expertise in the areas that are common concerns for teens, parents, and young adults. Although our focus is serving youth 10-25, we can also provide services for adults if space is available.
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My passion is working with children and adolescents experiencing a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, LGBTQ+, life adjustments, and grief. I have a special interest working with clients who are/have experienced trauma and life transitions. I will help clients overcome challenging situations and build on self-awareness and resilience skills.
My passion is working with children and adolescents experiencing a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, LGBTQ+, life adjustments, and grief. I have a special interest working with clients who are/have experienced trauma and life transitions. I will help clients overcome challenging situations and build on self-awareness and resilience skills.
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Currently scheduling 6 weeks out. My experience includes working with individuals and families for over 20 years in inpatient and outpatient settings. I primarily work with adults to help manage anxiety, depression and other mood disorders. I have extensive background and expertise in geriatric mental health. I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, work issues or relationship issues.
Currently scheduling 6 weeks out. My experience includes working with individuals and families for over 20 years in inpatient and outpatient settings. I primarily work with adults to help manage anxiety, depression and other mood disorders. I have extensive background and expertise in geriatric mental health. I specialize in treating adults struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, work issues or relationship issues.
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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.