Grief Therapists in Smithsburg, MD
Hayley Bacon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
I specialize in grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjusting to recent life changes.
Hello, my name is Hayley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSWC). I have been a therapists for over 6 years and have practiced in the mental health field for 8 years. My goal as your therapist is to provide a non-judgmental, empathetic space where you feel comfortable, heard and understood. Life is unpredictable meaning you don't always know how to handle situations which can hinder your ability to function. I focus on helping clients identify where they are struggling and how to best cope and process these issues through the use of various clinical techniques.
I specialize in grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjusting to recent life changes.
Hello, my name is Hayley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSWC). I have been a therapists for over 6 years and have practiced in the mental health field for 8 years. My goal as your therapist is to provide a non-judgmental, empathetic space where you feel comfortable, heard and understood. Life is unpredictable meaning you don't always know how to handle situations which can hinder your ability to function. I focus on helping clients identify where they are struggling and how to best cope and process these issues through the use of various clinical techniques.
Dr. Jay Rhodes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
I have taught trauma, grief, and family systems at the graduate level with expertise in trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship.
My name is Dr. Jay Rhodes, and I am a board-certified, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in other states as well. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures in various settings such as military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, embassies, consulates, to nonprofit homeless ministries. I have helped individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups deal with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and relationships. I have helped others worldwide, I can help you.
I have taught trauma, grief, and family systems at the graduate level with expertise in trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship.
My name is Dr. Jay Rhodes, and I am a board-certified, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in other states as well. I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures in various settings such as military bases, combat zones, hospitals, schools, embassies, consulates, to nonprofit homeless ministries. I have helped individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and groups deal with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and relationships. I have helped others worldwide, I can help you.
Hello! I am a licensed counselor with a passion for working with pre-teens, adolescents, and young adults. I love assisting those who are struggling with life adjustments, anxiety, depression, family and peer relationship issues, self-esteem, anger, grief, school issues, and a need for coping strategies. I will listen and provide compassionate support throughout your healing journey.
Hello! I am a licensed counselor with a passion for working with pre-teens, adolescents, and young adults. I love assisting those who are struggling with life adjustments, anxiety, depression, family and peer relationship issues, self-esteem, anger, grief, school issues, and a need for coping strategies. I will listen and provide compassionate support throughout your healing journey.
Catherine Stieg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
Hi! I’m Catherine, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maryland since 2020. I work with individuals and couples to navigate change, life transitions, anxiety, and relationship issues. In our work together we’ll explore the “what now?” and “what next?” to help clients move forward on a meaningful and authentic life path with a special attention to Gen-Xers, Millennials, and Gen-Zs. As a therapist, my focus is on helping you develop new strategies and perspectives to experience life with less suffering. Together, we’ll address current symptoms while also exploring the root causes for discontent.
Hi! I’m Catherine, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maryland since 2020. I work with individuals and couples to navigate change, life transitions, anxiety, and relationship issues. In our work together we’ll explore the “what now?” and “what next?” to help clients move forward on a meaningful and authentic life path with a special attention to Gen-Xers, Millennials, and Gen-Zs. As a therapist, my focus is on helping you develop new strategies and perspectives to experience life with less suffering. Together, we’ll address current symptoms while also exploring the root causes for discontent.
Jill Epstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
When I was a kid I swore I'd never have the same job that my mom had. Being a therapist sounded like hard work with trying to understand theories and analytic terms. However, over the years I came to realize that listening to people talk about what's on their mind doesn't feel like work at all! It feels like the most natural thing in the world to me. Creating a space for people to feel comfortable and safe talking about anything they want, without fear of judgement, is why I'm here. If I can help others feel like they're not alone and have someone on their side, my choice to follow in my mom's steps was a success.
When I was a kid I swore I'd never have the same job that my mom had. Being a therapist sounded like hard work with trying to understand theories and analytic terms. However, over the years I came to realize that listening to people talk about what's on their mind doesn't feel like work at all! It feels like the most natural thing in the world to me. Creating a space for people to feel comfortable and safe talking about anything they want, without fear of judgement, is why I'm here. If I can help others feel like they're not alone and have someone on their side, my choice to follow in my mom's steps was a success.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Maryland (LCPC). I have over 20 years in the mental health field/substance abuse field. I have worked in various settings and have a wealth of knowledge in both areas. I help youth, adolescents, young adults, and adults with unlocking their true best selves! I will embark upon your journey with you, as your guide to optimal mental wellness.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Maryland (LCPC). I have over 20 years in the mental health field/substance abuse field. I have worked in various settings and have a wealth of knowledge in both areas. I help youth, adolescents, young adults, and adults with unlocking their true best selves! I will embark upon your journey with you, as your guide to optimal mental wellness.
Hello! I am a licensed counselor in Maryland with a NCC national certification, board certified telemental health counselor, and certified clinical trauma professional designation. I work with clients in managing their anxieties, exploring attachment for healthier relationships now, and career counseling for all ages and stages.
Hello! I am a licensed counselor in Maryland with a NCC national certification, board certified telemental health counselor, and certified clinical trauma professional designation. I work with clients in managing their anxieties, exploring attachment for healthier relationships now, and career counseling for all ages and stages.
Since graduating with my Master's in 2018, I have served adolescents and adults from multiple cultural backgrounds who have experienced homelessness, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Psychology from North Carolina Central University, a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D.C. and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland.
Since graduating with my Master's in 2018, I have served adolescents and adults from multiple cultural backgrounds who have experienced homelessness, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Psychology from North Carolina Central University, a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, D.C. and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland.
Pridgett Harmon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. (LCPC) I hold Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation I also hold a Master’s of Education in Guidance/Community Counseling along with a Master’s of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. My clinical expertise includes (not limited to) Marriage and Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, LGBTQ Therapy and Group Therapy. I also have clinical expertise in the field of behavioral health. I am experienced with conducting mental health needs evaluations, mental health and substance abuse assessments, counseling in both the individual and group settings,
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. (LCPC) I hold Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation I also hold a Master’s of Education in Guidance/Community Counseling along with a Master’s of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. My clinical expertise includes (not limited to) Marriage and Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, LGBTQ Therapy and Group Therapy. I also have clinical expertise in the field of behavioral health. I am experienced with conducting mental health needs evaluations, mental health and substance abuse assessments, counseling in both the individual and group settings,
Jim Omalley
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
I have worked in the behavioral health field for over 23 years, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am a licensed mental health professional in multiple states. I have earned progressively higher leadership responsibilities throughout my career, including providing clinical and executive leadership.
I have worked in the behavioral health field for over 23 years, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am a licensed mental health professional in multiple states. I have earned progressively higher leadership responsibilities throughout my career, including providing clinical and executive leadership.
Alicia Mays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW -C
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
I am a LCSW-C mental health clinician, with a background in both inpatient and outpatient therapeutic settings.
I am a LCSW-C mental health clinician, with a background in both inpatient and outpatient therapeutic settings.
Myra Andres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Myra, Life takes turns we don't expect, and sometimes we’re able to get through them. Other times we become stuck. Allow me to partner with you to help you navigate through challenging times and move forward. I will accomplish this by offering you a safe space to process, identify, and explore your goals, your hopes, and your dreams, as well as problem-solving issues and concerns that are holding you back. My professional background includes over 20 years as a Clinical Social Worker, working as a therapist and Clinical State Director, Clinical Director, and Clinical Supervisor for therapists/clinicians.
Hi there, I'm Myra, Life takes turns we don't expect, and sometimes we’re able to get through them. Other times we become stuck. Allow me to partner with you to help you navigate through challenging times and move forward. I will accomplish this by offering you a safe space to process, identify, and explore your goals, your hopes, and your dreams, as well as problem-solving issues and concerns that are holding you back. My professional background includes over 20 years as a Clinical Social Worker, working as a therapist and Clinical State Director, Clinical Director, and Clinical Supervisor for therapists/clinicians.
Anna Azeglio-Stranahan
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
I am a compassionate, empathetic and intuitive licensed mental health counselor. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to embark on this journey of self-discovery that will allow them to make changes that will ultimately make them feel better and inspired to accomplish their goals.
I am a compassionate, empathetic and intuitive licensed mental health counselor. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to embark on this journey of self-discovery that will allow them to make changes that will ultimately make them feel better and inspired to accomplish their goals.
Hi! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor based in Maryland. I have worked in the counseling field for about 20 years. I love helping people deal with change as they face life transitions. In our first session, we will begin building a relationship-that's what counseling is. Through our relationship, we will build a plan to address concerns so that you can live your life with purpose and become your best version of yourself.
Hi! I am a licensed clinical professional counselor based in Maryland. I have worked in the counseling field for about 20 years. I love helping people deal with change as they face life transitions. In our first session, we will begin building a relationship-that's what counseling is. Through our relationship, we will build a plan to address concerns so that you can live your life with purpose and become your best version of yourself.
Natalie Edwards
Counselor, MEd, LPC, LCPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
Welcome and congrats to taking the first step in becoming the best version of yourself. We all know that life can be difficult but what better way to address life issues than to have someone with you on this journey who is understanding, non-judgmental, and compassionate.
Welcome and congrats to taking the first step in becoming the best version of yourself. We all know that life can be difficult but what better way to address life issues than to have someone with you on this journey who is understanding, non-judgmental, and compassionate.
Heather Douglas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Smithsburg, MD 21783 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello, Welcome, and Congratulations on taking the step to become your best self! I am a Maryland and Washington DC Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C & LICSW) with over 8 years of experience working with teens and adult clients in need of support in order to go from surviving to thriving!
Hello, Welcome, and Congratulations on taking the step to become your best self! I am a Maryland and Washington DC Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C & LICSW) with over 8 years of experience working with teens and adult clients in need of support in order to go from surviving to thriving!
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These experiences were devastating, but life changing, giving me a meaningful way to assist others encountering end-stage care of aging parents, impact of a life-threatening disease, and grief.
Insanity is repeatedly doing the same thing, yet expecting different results. Ironically, someone living with chronic stress uses the same strategy. Hoping their "I'll get through this somehow" attitude will make the stress go away. Symptoms such as anxiety and depression, trouble sleeping, growing impatience and anger with others, trouble concentrating and making decisions, secretly feeling bad about oneself, guilty and resentful are all indicators one is out of balance. Let me help you remove this distress before it results in health issues. I have years of successful experience teaching clients powerful interventions to transform stress into personal empowerment.
These experiences were devastating, but life changing, giving me a meaningful way to assist others encountering end-stage care of aging parents, impact of a life-threatening disease, and grief.
Insanity is repeatedly doing the same thing, yet expecting different results. Ironically, someone living with chronic stress uses the same strategy. Hoping their "I'll get through this somehow" attitude will make the stress go away. Symptoms such as anxiety and depression, trouble sleeping, growing impatience and anger with others, trouble concentrating and making decisions, secretly feeling bad about oneself, guilty and resentful are all indicators one is out of balance. Let me help you remove this distress before it results in health issues. I have years of successful experience teaching clients powerful interventions to transform stress into personal empowerment.
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
My ideal client presents depressive symptoms related to trauma & grief. They express that they want to process unresolved childhood issues. They express that the issues have prevented close relationships with their adult children. They want forgiveness and help in creating better ties. The goal may be to explore & resolve issues related to traumatic events and improve overall mood. Interventions may include sharing details of the event and how it has affected their relationships, using positive self-talk, developing positive coping skills, and identifying effective strategies to communicate thoughts and feelings.
Tina M Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Online Only)
Tina evaluates and helps clients through a variety of methods, most typically being Trauma Focused, Grief and Loss, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based interventions.
Tina Allen is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of clinical experience in leadership, counseling and assisting men, women and children impacted by mental health, trauma and addiction. In the past, Tina has served as the lead supervisor at a well known outpatient behavioral health agency in WDC for the development and implementation of an innovative co-occurring disorder research project funded by the West family and partnered with Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center where she help to contribute to the success of over 100 consumers overcoming their addiction and improving their mental health symptoms.
Tina evaluates and helps clients through a variety of methods, most typically being Trauma Focused, Grief and Loss, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based interventions.
Tina Allen is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of clinical experience in leadership, counseling and assisting men, women and children impacted by mental health, trauma and addiction. In the past, Tina has served as the lead supervisor at a well known outpatient behavioral health agency in WDC for the development and implementation of an innovative co-occurring disorder research project funded by the West family and partnered with Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center where she help to contribute to the success of over 100 consumers overcoming their addiction and improving their mental health symptoms.
Christine Kuhlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating grief/loss, anxiety, and depression with teenagers and adults.
Have you experienced trauma? Do you worry excessively? Are you depressed? Has a loved one died and the loss is too much to handle? Do you avoid people & places because you're afraid? Are you dealing with issues around your sexuality & gender? Do you sense that something's "just not right" with your world, but you cannot put your finger on it? *If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, maybe it's time to try therapy?
I specialize in treating grief/loss, anxiety, and depression with teenagers and adults.
Have you experienced trauma? Do you worry excessively? Are you depressed? Has a loved one died and the loss is too much to handle? Do you avoid people & places because you're afraid? Are you dealing with issues around your sexuality & gender? Do you sense that something's "just not right" with your world, but you cannot put your finger on it? *If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, maybe it's time to try therapy?
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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.