Grief Therapists in Manchester by the Sea, MA
The people who come to me tend to be those having difficulty in relationships; those dealing with life transitions (e.g., divorce, illness, marriage, moves, changes in work or studies); and those experiencing loss, trauma, anxiety. or depression. Psychotherapy often involves addressing the fear, denial, avoidance, and other obstacles that prevent us from constructively attending to psychological pain and from leading a life that is true to who we are and to how we want to be in the world. I work best with people who are open to change and who are willing to consider their resistance to change.
The people who come to me tend to be those having difficulty in relationships; those dealing with life transitions (e.g., divorce, illness, marriage, moves, changes in work or studies); and those experiencing loss, trauma, anxiety. or depression. Psychotherapy often involves addressing the fear, denial, avoidance, and other obstacles that prevent us from constructively attending to psychological pain and from leading a life that is true to who we are and to how we want to be in the world. I work best with people who are open to change and who are willing to consider their resistance to change.
Ashley Casey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 8 years of experience working in a variety of settings. I specialize working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, stress, and grief. I help client's overcome feelings of overwhelm, sadness and stress through an individualized approach. The modalities I use include EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 8 years of experience working in a variety of settings. I specialize working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, stress, and grief. I help client's overcome feelings of overwhelm, sadness and stress through an individualized approach. The modalities I use include EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Lauren Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, Coach
Verified Verified
Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting clients for group coaching (openings Fall 2024). The group is for adults who have (or may have) experienced trauma during childhood and are considering any of the following questions: Even though I have difficult childhood memories, was it really that bad? Was it right how my parents treated me (what they did and/or did not do)? Was it right what they led me to believe about myself, about our family, and about how to interact in relationships? Did my childhood experience leave me with emotional and relational difficulties that have significant negative consequences in my present life?
I am currently accepting clients for group coaching (openings Fall 2024). The group is for adults who have (or may have) experienced trauma during childhood and are considering any of the following questions: Even though I have difficult childhood memories, was it really that bad? Was it right how my parents treated me (what they did and/or did not do)? Was it right what they led me to believe about myself, about our family, and about how to interact in relationships? Did my childhood experience leave me with emotional and relational difficulties that have significant negative consequences in my present life?
I am a licensed psychologist with over three decades of experience. Presently, I am in private practice seeing adolescents and adults for a wide variety of psychological concerns, couples struggles and addiction. Additionally, over the past 5 years I have been a consultant for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital inside multiple primary care sites, treating patients in a primary care setting. Previously, I was a Senior Supervising Psychologist at Massachusetts General Hospital for over a decade and a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School
I am a licensed psychologist with over three decades of experience. Presently, I am in private practice seeing adolescents and adults for a wide variety of psychological concerns, couples struggles and addiction. Additionally, over the past 5 years I have been a consultant for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital inside multiple primary care sites, treating patients in a primary care setting. Previously, I was a Senior Supervising Psychologist at Massachusetts General Hospital for over a decade and a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School
Susan M Hagerich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944 (Online Only)
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" (Tao Te Ching). I know how hard that first step can be. I have been a therapist for over 20 years, and I'm here to help you through struggles and teach you techniques and coping skills that can help you manage your stress levels, communicate better with loved ones, achieve a balance between work and relaxation, and change patterns that no longer serve you. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, couples and families and used evidence based treatments.
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" (Tao Te Ching). I know how hard that first step can be. I have been a therapist for over 20 years, and I'm here to help you through struggles and teach you techniques and coping skills that can help you manage your stress levels, communicate better with loved ones, achieve a balance between work and relaxation, and change patterns that no longer serve you. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, couples and families and used evidence based treatments.
Ana Outhet Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
Now offering Teletherapy online video session for couples and marriage counseling. In a relaxed, professional but non-threatening environment, we can explore areas of your life in which you'd like to grow. As a Christian Counselor, the Bible is always the backdrop of the conversation. Nothing about human behavior shocks me. However, God is all about second chances and reconciliation and I love to be a part of the healing process. In addition to the traditional weekly counseling hour long session, I offer phone, and video sessions. I am now offering "marriage intensives" which is extensive hours of therapy over a weekend.
Now offering Teletherapy online video session for couples and marriage counseling. In a relaxed, professional but non-threatening environment, we can explore areas of your life in which you'd like to grow. As a Christian Counselor, the Bible is always the backdrop of the conversation. Nothing about human behavior shocks me. However, God is all about second chances and reconciliation and I love to be a part of the healing process. In addition to the traditional weekly counseling hour long session, I offer phone, and video sessions. I am now offering "marriage intensives" which is extensive hours of therapy over a weekend.
Emily DeBenedictis
Art Therapist, MA, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
What if you only knew the wonder that has truly been you all along? Welcome to the safe discovery of your true self beyond life's past and present struggles and learn to feel better having improved skills to heal and thrive.
What if you only knew the wonder that has truly been you all along? Welcome to the safe discovery of your true self beyond life's past and present struggles and learn to feel better having improved skills to heal and thrive.
Sarah E. Keenan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
Beneficial therapy is founded upon a strong relationship between the therapist and the client. There is something healing about connecting with another person, about being seen, about feeling understood. With each of my clients, I work to create a warm relationship where they know they will be met with respect and empathy. I also recognize that for some people, especially people with non-dominant cultural identities, mental health care has not always felt welcoming. With that in mind, I work to provide a space where everyone can experience a sense of belonging and feel safe being their full selves. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Beneficial therapy is founded upon a strong relationship between the therapist and the client. There is something healing about connecting with another person, about being seen, about feeling understood. With each of my clients, I work to create a warm relationship where they know they will be met with respect and empathy. I also recognize that for some people, especially people with non-dominant cultural identities, mental health care has not always felt welcoming. With that in mind, I work to provide a space where everyone can experience a sense of belonging and feel safe being their full selves. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Ajna Pisani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
Not accepting new clients
Are you worried it will take you forever in therapy to start feeling good? Do you desire a conversation focused on well-being instead of problems? I help people find peace of mind and live their best lives. Together we find unique ways to address your life issues, manage overwhelming feelings and find solutions to problems.
Are you worried it will take you forever in therapy to start feeling good? Do you desire a conversation focused on well-being instead of problems? I help people find peace of mind and live their best lives. Together we find unique ways to address your life issues, manage overwhelming feelings and find solutions to problems.
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The decision to seek counseling can often bring up a lot of anxiety, but I believe it can also be the beginning of a positive, productive, and transforming experience. I am committed to creating a safe and trusting relationship with my clients so that they may feel supported and heard. I work with people who come with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, young adult issues, grief and loss, and difficult childhood memories. By connecting with their inner resources, my clients carry the benefits of our work together into their daily lives, ensuring meaningful change.
The decision to seek counseling can often bring up a lot of anxiety, but I believe it can also be the beginning of a positive, productive, and transforming experience. I am committed to creating a safe and trusting relationship with my clients so that they may feel supported and heard. I work with people who come with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, young adult issues, grief and loss, and difficult childhood memories. By connecting with their inner resources, my clients carry the benefits of our work together into their daily lives, ensuring meaningful change.
Stephanie Pelland
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCMHSP, LCMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Manchester, MA 01944 (Online Only)
It takes courage to find the right therapist and go to therapy. My desire is to provide you with a warm, non-judgmental and safe environment to help you (or you and your partner) navigate life in a creative way. I will help you find various ways to manage your anxiety, articulate your thoughts and feelings, heal from trauma, grief/ loss, bring understanding of self and relationship dynamics. I know how easy it can be to feel disconnected, I want to help you reconnect to yourself and those around you. I look forward to meeting with you!
It takes courage to find the right therapist and go to therapy. My desire is to provide you with a warm, non-judgmental and safe environment to help you (or you and your partner) navigate life in a creative way. I will help you find various ways to manage your anxiety, articulate your thoughts and feelings, heal from trauma, grief/ loss, bring understanding of self and relationship dynamics. I know how easy it can be to feel disconnected, I want to help you reconnect to yourself and those around you. I look forward to meeting with you!
I have a general practice, with particular sensitivity to issues re: trauma, loss, and problems in intimate relationships.
I am a relational therapist and a psychoanalyst. I graduated from The General Training Program in Psychoanalysis at the Mass Institute for Psychoanalysis in 2019. After 30+ years of experience, I have found that each patient is unique and requires an individualized plan of treatment. My patients and I work together on creating a plan that addresses both the current problem(s), as well as the longer term goals. I strive to be flexible, open and creative in listening to and addressing patient's concerns. My style is warm and empathic and I incorporate humor into the work whenever possible.
I have a general practice, with particular sensitivity to issues re: trauma, loss, and problems in intimate relationships.
I am a relational therapist and a psychoanalyst. I graduated from The General Training Program in Psychoanalysis at the Mass Institute for Psychoanalysis in 2019. After 30+ years of experience, I have found that each patient is unique and requires an individualized plan of treatment. My patients and I work together on creating a plan that addresses both the current problem(s), as well as the longer term goals. I strive to be flexible, open and creative in listening to and addressing patient's concerns. My style is warm and empathic and I incorporate humor into the work whenever possible.
Jessica Redis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Jessica Redis, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, MA 01944 (Online Only)
I am a generalist but some topics I am particularly comfortable with include substance abuse, marital issues, grief, complex medical issues and sleep issues.
January 2024: Accepting BCBS and private pay clients for telehealth only. In my 15 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I have had the privilege to support clients through a range of challenges, issues and successes. I thrive most when the therapeutic process is collaborative, and clients are enthusiastic, curious and engaged.
I am a generalist but some topics I am particularly comfortable with include substance abuse, marital issues, grief, complex medical issues and sleep issues.
January 2024: Accepting BCBS and private pay clients for telehealth only. In my 15 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I have had the privilege to support clients through a range of challenges, issues and successes. I thrive most when the therapeutic process is collaborative, and clients are enthusiastic, curious and engaged.
Ashley Sitkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beverly, MA 01915
Are you ready to embark on a journey of transformation and self-discovery? At Embodied Living Practices, I bring a sacred dimension to personal growth work and believe in a multi-dimensional, holistic approach that honors the mind-body-spirit connection. Whether you're seeking tools to manage stress, difficult life transitions or grief, alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, strengthen your relationships, or prioritize self-care, I will provide you with the support you need to feel more empowered and joyful and have a deeper connection to yourself and those you care about.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of transformation and self-discovery? At Embodied Living Practices, I bring a sacred dimension to personal growth work and believe in a multi-dimensional, holistic approach that honors the mind-body-spirit connection. Whether you're seeking tools to manage stress, difficult life transitions or grief, alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, strengthen your relationships, or prioritize self-care, I will provide you with the support you need to feel more empowered and joyful and have a deeper connection to yourself and those you care about.
Alison M Landoni
Counselor, LMHC, CLYL, REAT, CHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, MA 01944
Waitlist for new clients
Please note: VERY limited availability at this time. I work with adult clients who want to use expressive arts therapy and therapeutic humor in addition to traditional talk therapy to help overcome the obstacles that are keeping them from living their best life. This approach can benefit those who have experienced trauma, are struggling with depression, or anxiety, or would like a new way of coping with ADHD. No need to be an artist to reap the many benefits of expressive arts therapy!
Please note: VERY limited availability at this time. I work with adult clients who want to use expressive arts therapy and therapeutic humor in addition to traditional talk therapy to help overcome the obstacles that are keeping them from living their best life. This approach can benefit those who have experienced trauma, are struggling with depression, or anxiety, or would like a new way of coping with ADHD. No need to be an artist to reap the many benefits of expressive arts therapy!
Most of us want to be in connection. We want to be known and acknowledged for our strengths and contributions and to be safely understood for our vulnerabilities. How can this happen? Supportive work in therapy brings that knowing awareness into play. We build trust; we listen more. Mutual respect replaces resentments, anger, and the defeat of resignation. There emerges readiness to experience comfort, ease in interactions, and confidence to handle life's situations with increased skill. Intimacy, vibrancy, and laughter naturally find a place again in our experience of each other and in the ups and downs of life.
Most of us want to be in connection. We want to be known and acknowledged for our strengths and contributions and to be safely understood for our vulnerabilities. How can this happen? Supportive work in therapy brings that knowing awareness into play. We build trust; we listen more. Mutual respect replaces resentments, anger, and the defeat of resignation. There emerges readiness to experience comfort, ease in interactions, and confidence to handle life's situations with increased skill. Intimacy, vibrancy, and laughter naturally find a place again in our experience of each other and in the ups and downs of life.
Life is challenging and not easy. Everyone can use support when things are not going well. I am a practical and engaging therapist with years of experience in wide range of issues.
I will do my best to help you learn about yourself and what you can do to improve your life situation.
Life is challenging and not easy. Everyone can use support when things are not going well. I am a practical and engaging therapist with years of experience in wide range of issues.
I will do my best to help you learn about yourself and what you can do to improve your life situation.
I am an experienced Licensed Mental Health Clinician with a strong record of more than 10 years establishing solid relationships with my clients providing counseling, advocacy, liaison services, and integrated care to a diverse population of clients. My therapeutic orientation is built around human connections, growth, internal strengths, and self-awareness. I am passionate about working with individuals and their families helping them to overcome life adversities, heal and make change for success within their lives. I specialize in adolescents and young adults.
I am an experienced Licensed Mental Health Clinician with a strong record of more than 10 years establishing solid relationships with my clients providing counseling, advocacy, liaison services, and integrated care to a diverse population of clients. My therapeutic orientation is built around human connections, growth, internal strengths, and self-awareness. I am passionate about working with individuals and their families helping them to overcome life adversities, heal and make change for success within their lives. I specialize in adolescents and young adults.
My approach is grounded in the humanistic understanding that each individual is unique and influenced by their particular life experiences. I value building a therapeutic space where we establish trust and our work is collaborative, supportive, and based on the best available research.
My approach is grounded in the humanistic understanding that each individual is unique and influenced by their particular life experiences. I value building a therapeutic space where we establish trust and our work is collaborative, supportive, and based on the best available research.
Ann M Flagg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly, MA 01915
Not accepting new clients
"Sometimes life leaves us feeling confused, stressed and emotionally low. I have experience working with adults helping them overcome their struggles with anxiety and depression and with issues such as family and parenting stress, school and work difficulties, unhappy relationships, loss of a loved one and trauma. I also work with children, ages 3 -13 who are experiencing difficulties at school and, or at home. I do individual, couples, family and play therapy (with younger children). I believe, given some gentle direction, people can harness their instinctual ability to decrease their own distress and to live a more contented life."
"Sometimes life leaves us feeling confused, stressed and emotionally low. I have experience working with adults helping them overcome their struggles with anxiety and depression and with issues such as family and parenting stress, school and work difficulties, unhappy relationships, loss of a loved one and trauma. I also work with children, ages 3 -13 who are experiencing difficulties at school and, or at home. I do individual, couples, family and play therapy (with younger children). I believe, given some gentle direction, people can harness their instinctual ability to decrease their own distress and to live a more contented life."
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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.