Grief Therapists in Topeka, KS

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, I earned my Bachelor degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Education from Emporia State University and my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fort Hays State University. I am a Mom, Christian, Mentor, and Lover of the Outdoors. Whether you are seeking support for a better life balance, desire to improve your relationships, or are struggling with challenges in your life - I am here to listen and support you. I believe in the value of a genuine client and counselor relationship and want to walk with you through whatever you may be facing.

Hi! I’m Bryan. My hope is to provide clients with a supportive and safe environment where they feel comfortable to explore and understand thoughts and feelings that may arise through life. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, low self-worth, life changes, and trauma. You may be handling these difficulties in ways that are not satisfying or that impact your relationships. Whether you are a teenager struggling to make meaningful relationships, a young adult starting with new changes in life, or a survivor of trauma looking for a safe place to heal, I am here to help.

Life is not always easy to maneuver through. We become paralyzed and confused, not knowing which direction to take. There are times that we need help processing our emotions. I am passionate about being present while you walk through the journey of healing. My commitment is to provide you with a calm and supportive environment allowing you the space to take those needed steps. I believe that everyone has an inner strength to overcome whatever challenges you are facing. With guidance, you will find this strength needed to overcome any issues you are struggling with.

Meeting the needs of individuals by empowering their voice, strengthening their individuality while joining them in their personal journey. If you have found yourself searching for your inner voice, seeking a better you, or identifying your place in life... I'm available to partner with you. If your children are in need of a motivator or an encourager who will be available to them, who will advocate for them or who will help them set limits in their behavior...I am available to them.

I love to help people begin again to get healthy, well and strong. Whether they are coming through a physical or mental illness, divorce, grief or other life transition, being knocked down in any way, requires support to get back up and start again. I am support.

Currently Not Accepting New Clients. "No one ever told me that grief felt so much like fear" -C.S. Lewis. Hello, I am here to help you on your personal grief and loss journey. Having someone you love die, can feel unbearable. I have provided a safe place where your voice is heard. Grieving and mourning can take place. Death of a loved one, loss of a career and loss of relationships can all leave you feeling hopeless and alone. I will sit with you in this darkness. I will hold hope for you. I have witnessed personally and professionally that there is light in all this darkness.

I see a wide variety of individual and couples clients who hope to improve their circumstances (ages 15-99). Most of my clients have experienced some form of past hurt or other struggle. I work to manage conflict, disappointment, hurt feelings, sadness, grief, loss, or other strong emotions. My approach is empathic/patient but directive. My strategies are adapted from my experience with trauma (CPTSD), attachment, family dynamics, codependency, toxic shame, grief and loss, parent-child relationships (incl. estrangement), premarital counseling, life transitions. I hope my clients experience peace as a result of our work together!

One of the purposes in life is to be happy and live a good life. However, daily living involves struggles and there are some difficulties and aspects of life that are inherently painful and hard to cope with. Psychotherapy is a useful way for many people to address and work on personal problems and, in so doing, create a better quality of living for themselves. I have great respect for clients who have the courage to face problems and I welcome you to call me to schedule an appointment.

Change takes courage. I understand the courage it takes to reach out and ask for support when we feel our most stuck. As your therapist, I will remain fully dedicated to strengthening the resiliency needed within to reclaim yourself through connection, self-compassion, and self-love.

Feeling isolated and lonely. Unable to imagine a happy future without your person in it. Being told "it'll get better in time," which only makes your pain feel dismissed and unheard. Sleeplessness, anger, guilt, and disbelief have become central to your daily life. You want to be able to accept the reality of the loss, speak about it, and openly mourn it. Maybe you're feeling the additional loss of friendships because people are uncomfortable around your grief. You want to feel in control of your emotions, find a way through the darkness, and re-engage in a meaningful life while maintaining the love and connection with your person.

Elizabeth Kubler Ross said, “The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of those depths.” While you may not have chosen the difficulties & struggles you’ve faced,& it may feel that there is no way through, I believe you have the strength & ability to overcome all obstacles in your path. It may seem impossible or overwhelming, & the peace & calm you so desperately desire might appear unattainable, I believe you already have all the tools necessary to become that beautiful person you envision for yourself & I would like to help you.

Are you having difficulty coping with life transitions? I work with children, teens and adults needing support to cope with change and loss. I will help explore your values, hopes and goals, remind you of your strengths, and walk alongside you as you find your footing again.

Navigating our world has become increasingly difficult over recent years and our young people are met with obstacles more challenging than ever before. When our brains are built in unique ways relationships in the home, school, and with our peers and family is even more challenging. I have an extensive history working with families and children of all ages 10-18 years old. Children and teens with special and unique needs such as Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, childhood grief and loss, and emotional regulation and anxiety are my specialty.

Motherhood is beautiful; but from pregnancy to parenting, it’s not easy. Maybe you're holding your baby, wondering why you don’t feel “happy” yet. You’re afraid of not being "good enough" and you feel overwhelmed as you try to survive without sleep. Your expectations around labor and birth did not go to plan and you feel a loss that others don’t understand. Maybe you're pregnant now; filled with hormones, fear, and anxiety about the transition ahead. You want to prepare but don’t know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling to get pregnant, questioning and measuring everything, angry and afraid of hearing the word "infertility".

I am interested in assisting people of all ages in reaching their fullest potential. Whether you are experiencing a difficult life phase, are a trauma survivor, or are navigating life with a persistent mental health diagnosis, I am here to partner with you.

Meghan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes that to have a successful outcome in therapy, the client and therapist must first build a strong rapport. Once that foundation is laid, Meghan will use one of several therapeutic modalities, depending on the issue at hand. These modalities may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and General Psychotherapy. Many people benefit from the use of different modalities. Meghan is known for being a good listener, caring, sensitive, and enthusiastic.

I treat clients dealing with a variety of issues including anxiety, anger management,depression,grief and unresolved loss,and substance abuse. My clinical interest include co-dependency, parenting issues and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder management. My aim is to help clients find individualized and workable solutions to mental health concerns.

I am a licensed psychologist in Lawrence, Kansas. I work with clients who have a variety of concerns, including stress, depression, anxiety, panic and agoraphobia, OCD, chronic worry, insomnia, grief and bereavement, relationship problems, infidelity, divorce, parenting and step-parenting problems. I encourage you to spend some time on my website for more information about me and my practice.

I provide individually tailored treatment in a safe and supportive environment that draws and builds upon each person's strengths, resources, inner wisdom and goals. My style is collaborative, warm and interactive. I enjoy working with a range of clients including adults, college and graduate students, and adolescents. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, healing from trauma, coping with major life transitions, grief & loss, identity development & sexual orientation, self esteem difficulties, coping with medical health issues and illnesses, dual diagnosis (substance abuse and co-occurring psychiatric disorders), mindful living, and cultivating self-compassion.