Grief Therapists in Brighton, MA
Everybody is born with the capacity to enjoy life, to feel empowered, and to be healthy in mind, body, and spirit. Unfortunately, certain life circumstances such as abusive and toxic relationships, family conflict, trauma, failure, and loss can prevent people from feeling hopeful, worthy, or successful. In a supportive and nurturing environment, I have dedicated my career to helping others develop the positive habits, spiritual tools, and healthy thinking needed for them to heal and succeed.
Everybody is born with the capacity to enjoy life, to feel empowered, and to be healthy in mind, body, and spirit. Unfortunately, certain life circumstances such as abusive and toxic relationships, family conflict, trauma, failure, and loss can prevent people from feeling hopeful, worthy, or successful. In a supportive and nurturing environment, I have dedicated my career to helping others develop the positive habits, spiritual tools, and healthy thinking needed for them to heal and succeed.
Allison Elizabeth Arrigg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MA 02135 (Online Only)
As a clinical psychologist, I provide brief and long-term psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults around a wide range of issues including life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, loss and grief.
As a clinical psychologist, I provide brief and long-term psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults around a wide range of issues including life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, loss and grief.
I work with people who are personally struggling or have family members struggling with challenges such as medical illness/chronic pain, grief/ loss, life transitions, relationships, substance abuse/misuse, mental illness, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I believe psychotherapy is a powerful means of facilitating personal growth and deepening relationships and connection. My clients describe me as genuine, warm, and interactive. My goal is to help you access your inner strength and resilience so you may better cope with problems and adversity, find solutions, and make positive changes you hope to achieve. My years practicing in outpatient mental health and primary care medical settings have afforded me rich experience with clients diverse in background and a broad range of issues.
I work with people who are personally struggling or have family members struggling with challenges such as medical illness/chronic pain, grief/ loss, life transitions, relationships, substance abuse/misuse, mental illness, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I believe psychotherapy is a powerful means of facilitating personal growth and deepening relationships and connection. My clients describe me as genuine, warm, and interactive. My goal is to help you access your inner strength and resilience so you may better cope with problems and adversity, find solutions, and make positive changes you hope to achieve. My years practicing in outpatient mental health and primary care medical settings have afforded me rich experience with clients diverse in background and a broad range of issues.
I have training and experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, panic, mood disorders, trauma, eating struggles, weight management, grief and chronic medical diagnoses including cancer, pre/post bariatric, sickle cell anemia and diabetes.
** AT THIS TIME I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS** It can be so overwhelming to look for a therapist. So many options and decisions when you simply want to be helped during a difficult time in your life. You may be feeling stressed, sad, angry or just not yourself. Simply put, therapy is a unique and unusual experience; at times it can feel uncomfortable talking to a person you have just met. I encourage you to email me or call for a phone consultation. There is never any obligation following the phone call. It may be helpful to visit my website.
I have training and experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, panic, mood disorders, trauma, eating struggles, weight management, grief and chronic medical diagnoses including cancer, pre/post bariatric, sickle cell anemia and diabetes.
** AT THIS TIME I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS** It can be so overwhelming to look for a therapist. So many options and decisions when you simply want to be helped during a difficult time in your life. You may be feeling stressed, sad, angry or just not yourself. Simply put, therapy is a unique and unusual experience; at times it can feel uncomfortable talking to a person you have just met. I encourage you to email me or call for a phone consultation. There is never any obligation following the phone call. It may be helpful to visit my website.
I work with people who have questions about their choices, feelings of depression or grief, relationship concerns and others with addiction concerns including family members.
There are times in our daily lives that life becomes worrisome or overwhelming with worries about choices that have been made or choices about future needs of work, family and life in general. If you are feeling bogged down about these concerns it may help to talk with a therapist. Or maybe, you are feeling depressed and are in a rut. Or anxious. Talking with a therapist to air out your concerns may help give you more information about your choices.
I work with people who have questions about their choices, feelings of depression or grief, relationship concerns and others with addiction concerns including family members.
There are times in our daily lives that life becomes worrisome or overwhelming with worries about choices that have been made or choices about future needs of work, family and life in general. If you are feeling bogged down about these concerns it may help to talk with a therapist. Or maybe, you are feeling depressed and are in a rut. Or anxious. Talking with a therapist to air out your concerns may help give you more information about your choices.
I specialize in helping clients to cope with depression, anxiety, marital conflicts, family conflicts, trauma, grief, codependency, attachment, and substance use.
My extensive journey as a counselor has taught me that, wherever one finds oneself in life, lasting change is not only possible, but within reach. Embracing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I draw upon a rich tapestry of modalities in order to tailor a treatment plan to each individual's unique circumstances. I encourage clients to build upon their own strengths and to tap into their innate desire to flourish. I create a therapeutic space free of judgment or prejudice. I believe that treatment is fundamentally an interactive process in which the client will develop and foster the skills to live fully and with meaning.
I specialize in helping clients to cope with depression, anxiety, marital conflicts, family conflicts, trauma, grief, codependency, attachment, and substance use.
My extensive journey as a counselor has taught me that, wherever one finds oneself in life, lasting change is not only possible, but within reach. Embracing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I draw upon a rich tapestry of modalities in order to tailor a treatment plan to each individual's unique circumstances. I encourage clients to build upon their own strengths and to tap into their innate desire to flourish. I create a therapeutic space free of judgment or prejudice. I believe that treatment is fundamentally an interactive process in which the client will develop and foster the skills to live fully and with meaning.
I work with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, grief, difficulties around sexuality and identity.
I believe all individuals are capable of healing and growth. Having a safe, trusting relationship with a therapist can be an important part of that process. In my practice, I aim to create an open space for us to work towards your goals while allowing you to feel heard, cared for, and accepted.
I work with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, grief, difficulties around sexuality and identity.
I believe all individuals are capable of healing and growth. Having a safe, trusting relationship with a therapist can be an important part of that process. In my practice, I aim to create an open space for us to work towards your goals while allowing you to feel heard, cared for, and accepted.
There is not a singular source to our suffering. Turmoil can originate in, and travel through, our bodies, minds, communities, families, and sociopolitical systems. Often, we respond to inner turmoil in two extreme ways. We may excessively worry, attempt to control, develop repetitive, troubling thoughts, or just obsess about our lives. Or we may do the opposite; avoid, isolate, refuse contact with situations we perceive to be dangerous or distressing, or say 'it is hopeless,' and check out. Therapy can help us gain access to our grief and pain while developing the wisdom that comes with renewed commitment to our lives.
There is not a singular source to our suffering. Turmoil can originate in, and travel through, our bodies, minds, communities, families, and sociopolitical systems. Often, we respond to inner turmoil in two extreme ways. We may excessively worry, attempt to control, develop repetitive, troubling thoughts, or just obsess about our lives. Or we may do the opposite; avoid, isolate, refuse contact with situations we perceive to be dangerous or distressing, or say 'it is hopeless,' and check out. Therapy can help us gain access to our grief and pain while developing the wisdom that comes with renewed commitment to our lives.
Freddie Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, MA 02135
As a former teacher turned therapist, I have developed a strong counseling tool box. I specialize in supporting adolescents/teens and adults find ways to cope with trauma and loss, manage anxiety and depression, develop problem solving strategies and social skills, overcome substance abuse and low self-esteem, and manage family conflict. I am also able to help the individuals I work with to develop executive functioning and advocacy skills at school, home, and in the community. I utilize humor, unconditional positive regard, and curiosity to create a safe and productive space for you to grow.
As a former teacher turned therapist, I have developed a strong counseling tool box. I specialize in supporting adolescents/teens and adults find ways to cope with trauma and loss, manage anxiety and depression, develop problem solving strategies and social skills, overcome substance abuse and low self-esteem, and manage family conflict. I am also able to help the individuals I work with to develop executive functioning and advocacy skills at school, home, and in the community. I utilize humor, unconditional positive regard, and curiosity to create a safe and productive space for you to grow.
As a licensed mental health clinician, my goal is to help guide you to a place of well-being and fulfillment. I have experience working with teenagers and adults of all ages in addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, addiction, grief & loss, life transitions, and trauma. I am also interested in the role technology plays in one’s experience of mental health symptoms and have completed research on the impact of smartphone addiction in college age students.
As a licensed mental health clinician, my goal is to help guide you to a place of well-being and fulfillment. I have experience working with teenagers and adults of all ages in addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, addiction, grief & loss, life transitions, and trauma. I am also interested in the role technology plays in one’s experience of mental health symptoms and have completed research on the impact of smartphone addiction in college age students.
W. Brooks Saul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, MA 02135 (Online Only)
At times, we all experience difficult-to-feel feelings: anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, grief, anger, shame, alone, not good enough/an imposter, unloved, “stuck" --and others. If you're here, it might be time to give attention and care to what hurts --as you would to treat any physical injury. Therapy helps us get better at having feelings; grow beyond problems; access inner wisdom; improve our inner and outer relationships; make meaning of struggle; and discover who we are.
At times, we all experience difficult-to-feel feelings: anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, grief, anger, shame, alone, not good enough/an imposter, unloved, “stuck" --and others. If you're here, it might be time to give attention and care to what hurts --as you would to treat any physical injury. Therapy helps us get better at having feelings; grow beyond problems; access inner wisdom; improve our inner and outer relationships; make meaning of struggle; and discover who we are.
Boston Evening Therapy Associates, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, MA 02135
We are a diverse group of dedicated, creative and well trained therapists ( visit us at www.bostoneveningtherapy.com to view all of our therapists) with a deep commitment to you with a goal to provide the most compassionate, effective, meaningful therapy possible. We work collaboratively with you to understand you in depth and to identify both your strengths and health, as well as troubled areas of your life that you wish to change & growth.
We are a diverse group of dedicated, creative and well trained therapists ( visit us at www.bostoneveningtherapy.com to view all of our therapists) with a deep commitment to you with a goal to provide the most compassionate, effective, meaningful therapy possible. We work collaboratively with you to understand you in depth and to identify both your strengths and health, as well as troubled areas of your life that you wish to change & growth.
I am a licensed psychologist providing individual and couples counseling. My experience includes treating individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life-transitions, relationship challenges, and chronic illness, especially diabetes. In treatment we will collaboratively work together to help you make changes to lead a fuller and more satisfying life.
I am a licensed psychologist providing individual and couples counseling. My experience includes treating individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life-transitions, relationship challenges, and chronic illness, especially diabetes. In treatment we will collaboratively work together to help you make changes to lead a fuller and more satisfying life.
Elena Medvedovski-Khanukaev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, BED
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brighton, MA 02135
My name is Elena Medvedovski. I am a Clinical Director of the group practice 'Power of Connection'. It is built on the premise that all people are engaged in meaningful relationships throughout their lives. Starting with early relationships with our own families, followed by connections with teachers, and friends, we develop a unique attachment style, impacts our creativity and inspiration. Our practice is focused on empowering clients to improve the meaningful connections in their lives - with themselves and with their significant others through psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a powerful tool for self-transformation, which achieved through a better understanding of oneself.
My name is Elena Medvedovski. I am a Clinical Director of the group practice 'Power of Connection'. It is built on the premise that all people are engaged in meaningful relationships throughout their lives. Starting with early relationships with our own families, followed by connections with teachers, and friends, we develop a unique attachment style, impacts our creativity and inspiration. Our practice is focused on empowering clients to improve the meaningful connections in their lives - with themselves and with their significant others through psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a powerful tool for self-transformation, which achieved through a better understanding of oneself.
People seek therapy because they want to have a more satisfying life, and have been unable to achieve their goals due to internal and external stresses. In my practice, I treat adults and adolescents who report issues such as anxiety, depression and interpersonal problems that cause them concern. I work individually, with couples, and in groups, depending upon my assessment of the client's need. My current groups are focused around relationship issues; I also work with writers experiencing creative problems, and students who want to resolve writing blocks in order to complete degree requirements.
People seek therapy because they want to have a more satisfying life, and have been unable to achieve their goals due to internal and external stresses. In my practice, I treat adults and adolescents who report issues such as anxiety, depression and interpersonal problems that cause them concern. I work individually, with couples, and in groups, depending upon my assessment of the client's need. My current groups are focused around relationship issues; I also work with writers experiencing creative problems, and students who want to resolve writing blocks in order to complete degree requirements.
You keep wondering if you are repeating the same pattern again and again; it feels inevitable and totally out of your control and yet you can't stop blaming yourself. I commend you for holding on to hope, for reaching out. It requires courage and inner strength to look for someone who is trained to listen and help. I have training and experience helping those who struggle with depression, anxiety, memories of trauma, career and relationship difficulties.
You keep wondering if you are repeating the same pattern again and again; it feels inevitable and totally out of your control and yet you can't stop blaming yourself. I commend you for holding on to hope, for reaching out. It requires courage and inner strength to look for someone who is trained to listen and help. I have training and experience helping those who struggle with depression, anxiety, memories of trauma, career and relationship difficulties.
Now offering counseling appointments for pre-schoolers, children, teens & young adults for the 2024-25 school/college-year. The young people I see often have difficulty with impulsivity and self-regulation; anxiety, depression and low esteem; or are unable to focus. There may be social anxiety and feeling isolated from peers. Kids can get discouraged, disappointed or frustrated at school/home, giving up and withdrawing or resorting to behaviors that hurt them or get them into trouble. Kids really do want to do well, to succeed, to please others and feel loved. It is my pleasure to be with them during this time.
Now offering counseling appointments for pre-schoolers, children, teens & young adults for the 2024-25 school/college-year. The young people I see often have difficulty with impulsivity and self-regulation; anxiety, depression and low esteem; or are unable to focus. There may be social anxiety and feeling isolated from peers. Kids can get discouraged, disappointed or frustrated at school/home, giving up and withdrawing or resorting to behaviors that hurt them or get them into trouble. Kids really do want to do well, to succeed, to please others and feel loved. It is my pleasure to be with them during this time.
Do you not have enough satisfaction in your life? Do you wish you were in a relationship? Are you struggling with the one you are in? Do you wish for a better career?
Talking in a therapeutic environment helps people take more control of their lives, allowing them to experience a quality of life that was otherwise impossible. It is rewarding to see this type of change take place with my clients.
Do you not have enough satisfaction in your life? Do you wish you were in a relationship? Are you struggling with the one you are in? Do you wish for a better career?
Talking in a therapeutic environment helps people take more control of their lives, allowing them to experience a quality of life that was otherwise impossible. It is rewarding to see this type of change take place with my clients.
I am a psychoanalyst and licensed mental health counselor in private practice in Brookline, Massachusetts with more than 15 years experience in the field. Throughout my training and career, I have worked with adults in outpatient psychotherapy clinics as well as with children and adolescents and their families in the Public School Systems.
I am a psychoanalyst and licensed mental health counselor in private practice in Brookline, Massachusetts with more than 15 years experience in the field. Throughout my training and career, I have worked with adults in outpatient psychotherapy clinics as well as with children and adolescents and their families in the Public School Systems.
Beth Rontal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, MA 02135
Waitlist for new clients
TRANSFORM OVEREATING! You can lose weight without depriving yourself of or punishing yourself with food. This may sound crazy, but if you learn to love the body you have, change can be lasting and genuinely satisfying. Using a holistic and non-diet approach, you will discover how to deeply care for yourself while setting loving limits with others. Together, we'll identify what makes you run to the fridge so your relationship with food is changed for good.
TRANSFORM OVEREATING! You can lose weight without depriving yourself of or punishing yourself with food. This may sound crazy, but if you learn to love the body you have, change can be lasting and genuinely satisfying. Using a holistic and non-diet approach, you will discover how to deeply care for yourself while setting loving limits with others. Together, we'll identify what makes you run to the fridge so your relationship with food is changed for good.
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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.