Grief Therapists in Columbia, KY

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David Kingsbury
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LCADC, NCC, ICAADC
Verified Verified
Columbia, KY 42728
Over the years, I have worked with a diverse client population, addressing areas such as severe mental illness including schizophrenia & bipolar disorder, developmental & intellectual disorders, child and adolescent therapy, anxiety & depression, marriage and family therapy, grief, substance abuse, trauma, and group counseling.
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
Over the years, I have worked with a diverse client population, addressing areas such as severe mental illness including schizophrenia & bipolar disorder, developmental & intellectual disorders, child and adolescent therapy, anxiety & depression, marriage and family therapy, grief, substance abuse, trauma, and group counseling.
Are you looking for someone passionate about helping you overcome obstacles, achieve happiness, or discover your life purpose? Finding my own recovery and faith, along with helping others conquer challenges similar to my own, are major motivators for my personal mission and professional work. I see my career less as a job and more as a calling. My heart is to make a difference in your life and to help you overcome anxiety, depression, and emotional pain. So, really, each encounter is an opportunity, a chance to give back some of what I’ve been given.
(270) 213-6302 View (270) 213-6302
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Kimberly Davidson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, KY 42728
My name is Kimberly. I am a graduate from Western Kentucky University. I graduated with my Masters Degree in Social Work in 2021. I welcome anyone that walks through the door with no judgment and open arms. I want to help you during this time in your life and I intend to help you reach your goals and help you grow. I practice a very person-centered, strength-based approach. This is your issue, need, or goal. You are driving the car. I am just in the passenger seat with a map ready to guide you.
My name is Kimberly. I am a graduate from Western Kentucky University. I graduated with my Masters Degree in Social Work in 2021. I welcome anyone that walks through the door with no judgment and open arms. I want to help you during this time in your life and I intend to help you reach your goals and help you grow. I practice a very person-centered, strength-based approach. This is your issue, need, or goal. You are driving the car. I am just in the passenger seat with a map ready to guide you.
(270) 207-9553 View (270) 207-9553
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Breath of Grace Wellness
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd , LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Columbia, KY 42728
Breath of Grace Wellness opened with the hope and prayer of providing high quality counseling to those in need. We believe in meeting each client where they are. Counselors and staff at Breath of Grace Wellness, are trained to help you navigate through your journey. Breath of Grace Wellness, is honored and pleased to announce the addition of an LCSW to our team of counselors. The addition of Patrick Burke, LCSW allows us to further meet the needs of our clients, and serve individuals with medicare. Take a breath, considering counseling is a big step. We hope to walk this journey of healing with you.
Breath of Grace Wellness opened with the hope and prayer of providing high quality counseling to those in need. We believe in meeting each client where they are. Counselors and staff at Breath of Grace Wellness, are trained to help you navigate through your journey. Breath of Grace Wellness, is honored and pleased to announce the addition of an LCSW to our team of counselors. The addition of Patrick Burke, LCSW allows us to further meet the needs of our clients, and serve individuals with medicare. Take a breath, considering counseling is a big step. We hope to walk this journey of healing with you.
(270) 253-4226 View (270) 253-4226
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Serenity Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, KY 42728
We understand that everyone experiences challenges in life and sometimes these challenges make navigating from day to day difficult. This can make coping difficult which leads to the development of unhealthy habits whether that be faulty thinking, overwhelming anxiety, substance abuse, or other behavioral difficulties. We believe that effective treatment, centered around the individuals strengths and needs can provide avenues to overcome these challenges.
We understand that everyone experiences challenges in life and sometimes these challenges make navigating from day to day difficult. This can make coping difficult which leads to the development of unhealthy habits whether that be faulty thinking, overwhelming anxiety, substance abuse, or other behavioral difficulties. We believe that effective treatment, centered around the individuals strengths and needs can provide avenues to overcome these challenges.
(270) 984-8902 View (270) 984-8902
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Joy Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, KY 42728  (Online Only)
Have you found yourself feeling tired, worn out, overwhelmed, or just blah more days than not? Do you feel like things could be better than they are right now if only this one little thing was different? Are you drowning in life? Are relationships hard for you? Is there something from your past that you find yourself dwelling on or being hindered by? Do you want to thrive, not just survive? I consider being a therapist to be a sacred honor and I would love to walk with you on your path to healing and joy. Walk with me and we will find your joy and peace again.
Have you found yourself feeling tired, worn out, overwhelmed, or just blah more days than not? Do you feel like things could be better than they are right now if only this one little thing was different? Are you drowning in life? Are relationships hard for you? Is there something from your past that you find yourself dwelling on or being hindered by? Do you want to thrive, not just survive? I consider being a therapist to be a sacred honor and I would love to walk with you on your path to healing and joy. Walk with me and we will find your joy and peace again.
(270) 713-6625 View (270) 713-6625

More Therapists Nearby

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Sarah Richards
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA
Verified Verified
Russell Springs, KY 42642  (Online Only)
I am very passionate about my clients growing and getting help. The different therapy modalities that I use are helpful for a wide variety of circumstances such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, and many more. I am trained in multiple types of therapy which helps me to choose which works best for each individual client! I have a special place in my heart for working with women and the specific struggles that they face.
I am very passionate about my clients growing and getting help. The different therapy modalities that I use are helpful for a wide variety of circumstances such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, and many more. I am trained in multiple types of therapy which helps me to choose which works best for each individual client! I have a special place in my heart for working with women and the specific struggles that they face.
(270) 679-0375 View (270) 679-0375
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Megan Harvey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, M Ed, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Russell Springs, KY 42642  (Online Only)
I can help clients with providing a safe space to explore and find an individualized plan to achieve client goals.
I can help clients with providing a safe space to explore and find an individualized plan to achieve client goals.
(270) 479-1135 View (270) 479-1135

Online Therapists

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Ann Catherine Holloway
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40223
I facilitate Ups & Downs, a grief/depression/anxiety support group in person at 9107 Taylorsville Rd.
Your life is a story that is continuously being written. Together we will work to resolve individual, couples, marital, or family issues in a safe and comfortable atmosphere to help you become happier with your life. I have 35 yrs. experience with kids, couples, & families. A retired teacher & LMFT therapist doing systems therapy & trauma work. Facilitator for Prepare/Enrich & do couple evaluations for our local churches. I also work with medical professionals in a confidential setting. I’m NL Certified in equine therapy & offer this as an addition to regular therapy. Here to support & guide you. Reach out… you'll be glad you did!
I facilitate Ups & Downs, a grief/depression/anxiety support group in person at 9107 Taylorsville Rd.
Your life is a story that is continuously being written. Together we will work to resolve individual, couples, marital, or family issues in a safe and comfortable atmosphere to help you become happier with your life. I have 35 yrs. experience with kids, couples, & families. A retired teacher & LMFT therapist doing systems therapy & trauma work. Facilitator for Prepare/Enrich & do couple evaluations for our local churches. I also work with medical professionals in a confidential setting. I’m NL Certified in equine therapy & offer this as an addition to regular therapy. Here to support & guide you. Reach out… you'll be glad you did!
(502) 287-0837 View (502) 287-0837
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Tiffany Pierson
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40291
As someone that, at different times in my life, has sought out therapy I can appreciate how difficult taking that first step to reach out can be. During these unprecedented times, many people are enduring feelings of depression, grief, and anxiety. My goal is to help you address these feelings and to develop appropriate coping skills to handle these times. I believe in a client/therapist relationship that helps you to be your best "you" by nurturing the tools and skills that already exist and helping you build a bigger "tool box" to work with.
As someone that, at different times in my life, has sought out therapy I can appreciate how difficult taking that first step to reach out can be. During these unprecedented times, many people are enduring feelings of depression, grief, and anxiety. My goal is to help you address these feelings and to develop appropriate coping skills to handle these times. I believe in a client/therapist relationship that helps you to be your best "you" by nurturing the tools and skills that already exist and helping you build a bigger "tool box" to work with.
(502) 237-9559 View (502) 237-9559
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Candice Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40504  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience providing care to a wide range of clients, but my focus has been working with people finding their way through grief and loss. While grief is a universally human experience, most of us don't talk or share much about it, much less how to live through it. No one is meant to grieve alone, and it is my privilege to join others on this path.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience providing care to a wide range of clients, but my focus has been working with people finding their way through grief and loss. While grief is a universally human experience, most of us don't talk or share much about it, much less how to live through it. No one is meant to grieve alone, and it is my privilege to join others on this path.
(859) 605-5095 View (859) 605-5095
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Marty L Seitz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40503
I have over 30 years experience as a Licensed Psychologist helping adults with stress management, depression and bipolar disorders, anxiety, grief/loss, couple issues, work-related problems, etc. I work collaboratively with my clients using my own modification of "Multimodal" and "Multitheoretical Integrative" Therapies, a comprehensive approach to counseling that takes all areas of human functioning into consideration ( mental, physical, behavioral, emotional, interpersonal, spiritual, etc.). I have traditional Christian ethics but don't impose those values on my clients, working with those from any faith.
I have over 30 years experience as a Licensed Psychologist helping adults with stress management, depression and bipolar disorders, anxiety, grief/loss, couple issues, work-related problems, etc. I work collaboratively with my clients using my own modification of "Multimodal" and "Multitheoretical Integrative" Therapies, a comprehensive approach to counseling that takes all areas of human functioning into consideration ( mental, physical, behavioral, emotional, interpersonal, spiritual, etc.). I have traditional Christian ethics but don't impose those values on my clients, working with those from any faith.
(859) 208-2530 View (859) 208-2530
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Shervetta Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bowling Green, KY 42101
My ideal client is a person that needs help with regulating their day to day life due to relationship issues, codependency, couples issues, emotion regulation, parenting concerns, issues with the law, weight loss and obesity, and self-esteem concerns. I have worked a lot with victims of abuse in many forms. I enjoy helping others put the pieces of their life together step by step.
My ideal client is a person that needs help with regulating their day to day life due to relationship issues, codependency, couples issues, emotion regulation, parenting concerns, issues with the law, weight loss and obesity, and self-esteem concerns. I have worked a lot with victims of abuse in many forms. I enjoy helping others put the pieces of their life together step by step.
(615) 219-1081 View (615) 219-1081
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Angelina Wedding
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40214  (Online Only)
I have a wide range of experiences and feel confident working with clients experiencing issues in the following areas: addiction, depression, relationship issues, child & adolescent issues, sexuality, bereavement, anxiety, and codependency.
Currently, I offer telehealth therapy only. My style is both conversational and relational. I offer an authentic presence within a collaborative, lively relationship in which self-discovery can be non-threatening and perhaps, even fun. I am committed to sharing everything I know which I believe will help heal the difficulties in one's life. I am inspired each day by the courage clients have each moment they show up for therapy. I became a therapist because, to me, the value in life comes when you return to your value within.
I have a wide range of experiences and feel confident working with clients experiencing issues in the following areas: addiction, depression, relationship issues, child & adolescent issues, sexuality, bereavement, anxiety, and codependency.
Currently, I offer telehealth therapy only. My style is both conversational and relational. I offer an authentic presence within a collaborative, lively relationship in which self-discovery can be non-threatening and perhaps, even fun. I am committed to sharing everything I know which I believe will help heal the difficulties in one's life. I am inspired each day by the courage clients have each moment they show up for therapy. I became a therapist because, to me, the value in life comes when you return to your value within.
(502) 251-9025 View (502) 251-9025
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Rachel Michelle Held
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MRC, CRC, CADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, KY 40601
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues and trauma.
Rachel is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who loves working with adults who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their overall quality of life. Rachel provides individual therapy to adults. Rachel has training and experience in helping individuals with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, personality disorders, PTSD and substance use disorders. She uses evidence-based practices which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Person-Center Therapy.
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues and trauma.
Rachel is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who loves working with adults who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their overall quality of life. Rachel provides individual therapy to adults. Rachel has training and experience in helping individuals with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, personality disorders, PTSD and substance use disorders. She uses evidence-based practices which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Person-Center Therapy.
(859) 338-0466 View (859) 338-0466
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Melanie Kim Summers
Counselor, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prospect, KY 40059
Do you struggle with anxiety, regulating your emotions, C-PTSD, PTSD, grief, or a loss of a sense of who you are that is affecting your relationships and/or your ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated with getting through the day. Do you feel you have put in the work to heal, but there is no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you question if life could be more easeful and less stressful? Now more than ever we are talking about how our mental health affects not only our minds but our bodies and relationships, ultimately affecting our abilities to feel joy.
Do you struggle with anxiety, regulating your emotions, C-PTSD, PTSD, grief, or a loss of a sense of who you are that is affecting your relationships and/or your ability to function? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and frustrated with getting through the day. Do you feel you have put in the work to heal, but there is no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you question if life could be more easeful and less stressful? Now more than ever we are talking about how our mental health affects not only our minds but our bodies and relationships, ultimately affecting our abilities to feel joy.
(502) 289-6569 View (502) 289-6569
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William Creasman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Will Creasman, LCSW, offers a compassionate hand to guide individuals through life’s challenges. Will specializes in providing support for issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD/trauma, grief, and substance abuse. He extends his expertise to various populations, including military/veterans, first responders, men, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, across all age ranges from young adults to seniors. With a background as a United States Army veteran and a veteran of the Iraq War, Will brings a unique perspective to his practice.
Will Creasman, LCSW, offers a compassionate hand to guide individuals through life’s challenges. Will specializes in providing support for issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD/trauma, grief, and substance abuse. He extends his expertise to various populations, including military/veterans, first responders, men, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, across all age ranges from young adults to seniors. With a background as a United States Army veteran and a veteran of the Iraq War, Will brings a unique perspective to his practice.
(502) 906-6180 View (502) 906-6180
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Quinn Lambert
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Richmond, KY 40475  (Online Only)
My name is Quinn Lambert, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Paducah, KY, working with clients across the state of Kentucky through telehealth. I work with individuals of all ages and specialize in the areas of grief, loss, and bereavement; religious/spiritual trauma or “church hurt;” and anxiety and depression. I use a combination of Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy to help my clients start feeling better and work towards their wellness goals.
My name is Quinn Lambert, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Paducah, KY, working with clients across the state of Kentucky through telehealth. I work with individuals of all ages and specialize in the areas of grief, loss, and bereavement; religious/spiritual trauma or “church hurt;” and anxiety and depression. I use a combination of Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy to help my clients start feeling better and work towards their wellness goals.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Jacqueline F Mitchell
Counselor
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40223  (Online Only)
My name is Jacqueline. I am a licensed clinical mental health therapist in Kentucky. I have been in this field for 14 years and have a genuine passion for the work I do. I have worked with individuals on an individual as well as group level, focusing on a variety of areas of mental health issues, I also specialize in addiction, trauma and grief.
My name is Jacqueline. I am a licensed clinical mental health therapist in Kentucky. I have been in this field for 14 years and have a genuine passion for the work I do. I have worked with individuals on an individual as well as group level, focusing on a variety of areas of mental health issues, I also specialize in addiction, trauma and grief.
(606) 766-3245 View (606) 766-3245
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Creative Counseling Solutions PLLC - Linda Rose
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MEd, ATR
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
I'm accepting Clients! and offering ZOOM, phone and office sessions. FIRST SESSION DISCOUNT! Feeling Stuck? Need Solutions? Everyone does sometimes. When you're stuck, try something different! I treat Individuals, couples, families - I am genuine, down to earth, empathetic and take a gentle approach, I treat depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief/loss, job stresses, toxic relationships and divorce recovery. Are you a highly sensitive person? Does life overwhelm you? I understand and I can help. If spirituality is a comfort, I am a Christian and comfortable including all faiths into our conversations.
I'm accepting Clients! and offering ZOOM, phone and office sessions. FIRST SESSION DISCOUNT! Feeling Stuck? Need Solutions? Everyone does sometimes. When you're stuck, try something different! I treat Individuals, couples, families - I am genuine, down to earth, empathetic and take a gentle approach, I treat depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief/loss, job stresses, toxic relationships and divorce recovery. Are you a highly sensitive person? Does life overwhelm you? I understand and I can help. If spirituality is a comfort, I am a Christian and comfortable including all faiths into our conversations.
(502) 804-2100 View (502) 804-2100
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Sheri Bettenhausen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Bowling Green, KY 42101  (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & depression.
Growing up and becoming an adult and figuring life out can be full of bumps in the road, detours and roadblocks. We have to learn how to navigate them and come out on the other side. I can help understand how your past has gotten you to this point and how you move forward. I am licensed in Kentucky with 20 years of professional work experience. In 2001, I graduated from the University of Louisville with a Master's Degree in Social Work. From 2002 until June 2022, I worked helping foster youth and clients in their own apartments learn how to handle the traumas they had experienced in their biological family.
I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & depression.
Growing up and becoming an adult and figuring life out can be full of bumps in the road, detours and roadblocks. We have to learn how to navigate them and come out on the other side. I can help understand how your past has gotten you to this point and how you move forward. I am licensed in Kentucky with 20 years of professional work experience. In 2001, I graduated from the University of Louisville with a Master's Degree in Social Work. From 2002 until June 2022, I worked helping foster youth and clients in their own apartments learn how to handle the traumas they had experienced in their biological family.
(270) 561-8823 View (270) 561-8823

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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.