Grief Therapists in Benzonia, MI
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Nic Piechotte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C, MA, APHSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Benzonia, MI 49616
Waitlist for new clients
I've been told my easy-going, approachable spirit provides quick comfort for those I encounter along my path. Whether it's humans, trees, or little critters strolling the landscape, I can't seem to help but beam with love and curiosity for all of life. Trust me - this isn't because I have lived some seamless walk-in-the-park existence. In fact, it's growing through the depths of my gut-wrenching heartaches, gnawing mistakes, and bold transitions that have allowed compassion to be my guide. I am guessing you found me because you are going through a heartache or transition yourself. Well, I am glad you're here.
I've been told my easy-going, approachable spirit provides quick comfort for those I encounter along my path. Whether it's humans, trees, or little critters strolling the landscape, I can't seem to help but beam with love and curiosity for all of life. Trust me - this isn't because I have lived some seamless walk-in-the-park existence. In fact, it's growing through the depths of my gut-wrenching heartaches, gnawing mistakes, and bold transitions that have allowed compassion to be my guide. I am guessing you found me because you are going through a heartache or transition yourself. Well, I am glad you're here.
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Katie Larsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, IMHM
Verified Verified
Benzonia, MI 49616
Waitlist for new clients
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of individuals who have faced various forms of trauma, from the subtle to the profound. My mission as a clinical social worker is to create a safe and nurturing space where healing can flourish, empowering my clients to overcome the emotional scars that trauma can leave behind. I understand that healing is a unique and deeply personal journey, and I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the individual needs of each client, fostering resilience and supporting healing from within.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of individuals who have faced various forms of trauma, from the subtle to the profound. My mission as a clinical social worker is to create a safe and nurturing space where healing can flourish, empowering my clients to overcome the emotional scars that trauma can leave behind. I understand that healing is a unique and deeply personal journey, and I tailor my therapeutic techniques to meet the individual needs of each client, fostering resilience and supporting healing from within.
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Jennifer obtained both her Bachelors and Masters in Social Work from Ferris State University, and is a Limited License Masters of Social Work (LLMSW) Clinician. She has experience working in the mental health field and has the ability to connect with families, adults and children, her approach is strength based and person centered.
Jennifer obtained both her Bachelors and Masters in Social Work from Ferris State University, and is a Limited License Masters of Social Work (LLMSW) Clinician. She has experience working in the mental health field and has the ability to connect with families, adults and children, her approach is strength based and person centered.
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I believe in being fully attentive and engaged in the therapy process. I bring nearly 40 years of experience conscientiously doing my own work in the hopes of offering that wisdom to my clients. In therapy, you may find me challenging, but my focus is always on your goals. My real skill is in facilitating a greater emotional and psychological understanding that leads to change.
I believe in being fully attentive and engaged in the therapy process. I bring nearly 40 years of experience conscientiously doing my own work in the hopes of offering that wisdom to my clients. In therapy, you may find me challenging, but my focus is always on your goals. My real skill is in facilitating a greater emotional and psychological understanding that leads to change.
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Heather Hoffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Benzonia, MI 49616
Not accepting new clients
Training, paired with lived experience, have guided me in specialty areas of grief, trauma, and caregiving for serious medical or mental illness.
Human beings are resilient. They survive unimaginable things through resourceful measures, though these can be incomprehensible to others. Sometimes, the very things people do to get through tough times can result in negative consequences (addictions, people-pleasing, perfectionism, suicidal/self-harming behaviors, procrastination). Some folks seek therapy to explore different ways of coping to decrease disruption in their lives. Some people use therapy to process events from earlier years while others focus on adjusting current behaviors. There is no wrong way on the path toward healing - it's all about learning what works for you.
Training, paired with lived experience, have guided me in specialty areas of grief, trauma, and caregiving for serious medical or mental illness.
Human beings are resilient. They survive unimaginable things through resourceful measures, though these can be incomprehensible to others. Sometimes, the very things people do to get through tough times can result in negative consequences (addictions, people-pleasing, perfectionism, suicidal/self-harming behaviors, procrastination). Some folks seek therapy to explore different ways of coping to decrease disruption in their lives. Some people use therapy to process events from earlier years while others focus on adjusting current behaviors. There is no wrong way on the path toward healing - it's all about learning what works for you.
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Steven McCleary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ADS
Verified Verified
Benzonia, MI 49616
Not accepting new clients
I practice Integrative Psychotherapy, which incorporates all aspects of the person in the change process. Many people who seek counseling do so as a result of experiencing a problem that they cannot resolve on their own. This creates difficulties in moods, behaviors, and relationships as that problem begins to drain their energy and attention. My goal is to assist you in re-connecting with a sense of balance, or integration, in your life.
I practice Integrative Psychotherapy, which incorporates all aspects of the person in the change process. Many people who seek counseling do so as a result of experiencing a problem that they cannot resolve on their own. This creates difficulties in moods, behaviors, and relationships as that problem begins to drain their energy and attention. My goal is to assist you in re-connecting with a sense of balance, or integration, in your life.
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Susanne Elizabeth Glynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Frankfort, MI 49635
My doctoral work centered on issues related to infertility and grief/ loss.
With more than 30 years experience as a mental health professional-individual, group, and family therapist and educator of graduate social work students, I work with all ages, utilizing a variety of treatment modalities. For me, the relationship between therapist and client is central to safe, confidential, supportive exploration of all aspects of the human experience. It is out of this relationship that I help craft an individual plan with strategies tailored to achieve each person's goals.
My doctoral work centered on issues related to infertility and grief/ loss.
With more than 30 years experience as a mental health professional-individual, group, and family therapist and educator of graduate social work students, I work with all ages, utilizing a variety of treatment modalities. For me, the relationship between therapist and client is central to safe, confidential, supportive exploration of all aspects of the human experience. It is out of this relationship that I help craft an individual plan with strategies tailored to achieve each person's goals.
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Heather Kline Schaffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MEd, LPC, NCC, ERYT500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, MI 49635
Dr. Kline Schaffer has been recognized twice in the last decade by U.S. Congressman for her work with individuals, families, and groups coping through transitions, trauma & grief. She currently takes referrals for children, adults, couples, families, and groups; she has embraced serving others in full-time private practice since 2008. She supports clients with a holistic approach utilizing the best practices of Functional & Integrative Medicine, personalizing each treatment plan & working at the individuals pace to facilitate their best life! www.fernviewcenterforwellbeing.com
Dr. Kline Schaffer has been recognized twice in the last decade by U.S. Congressman for her work with individuals, families, and groups coping through transitions, trauma & grief. She currently takes referrals for children, adults, couples, families, and groups; she has embraced serving others in full-time private practice since 2008. She supports clients with a holistic approach utilizing the best practices of Functional & Integrative Medicine, personalizing each treatment plan & working at the individuals pace to facilitate their best life! www.fernviewcenterforwellbeing.com
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My goal is to help you live your best life by supporting you in taking control of your life. Depression, anxiety and stress can get in the way of you reaching your personal goals whether that be at work or in your relationships.
My goal is to help you live your best life by supporting you in taking control of your life. Depression, anxiety and stress can get in the way of you reaching your personal goals whether that be at work or in your relationships.
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Margarethe Kerlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thompsonville, MI 49683 (Online Only)
Embarking on the journey to mental well-being requires immense courage, and I commend you for taking that step. My aim is to cultivate a supportive and safe space where you feel valued and understood. Through a personalized, person-centered approach, I tailor sessions to your specific needs, offering warmth and empathy to create an environment where opening up feels natural. My dedication is to deliver exceptional care within an inclusive setting that embraces diversity.
Embarking on the journey to mental well-being requires immense courage, and I commend you for taking that step. My aim is to cultivate a supportive and safe space where you feel valued and understood. Through a personalized, person-centered approach, I tailor sessions to your specific needs, offering warmth and empathy to create an environment where opening up feels natural. My dedication is to deliver exceptional care within an inclusive setting that embraces diversity.
![Photo of Denise Wunderlich, MC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/27d9816e-858d-43e0-92fe-70e42474c354/2/320x400.jpeg)
Whether you seek emotional relief, better relationships, personal growth, or healing, I can help you unlock your full potential and lead a more satisfying life. Clients often want to understand themselves better, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Every couple faces challenges. Do you want to be seen and struggle to get your partner’s attention? Are you tired of going around in circles when you argue or avoiding arguments or tough topics? Has the passion and romance fizzled? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by trying to live up to someone else’s standards?
Whether you seek emotional relief, better relationships, personal growth, or healing, I can help you unlock your full potential and lead a more satisfying life. Clients often want to understand themselves better, develop coping skills, and build confidence. Every couple faces challenges. Do you want to be seen and struggle to get your partner’s attention? Are you tired of going around in circles when you argue or avoiding arguments or tough topics? Has the passion and romance fizzled? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed by trying to live up to someone else’s standards?
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Barbara A Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, MI 49635 (Online Only)
Are you going through something that you could use a little help with right now? Stress, anxiety as a result of something life has dished out, relationship issues or just need someone to help you problem-solve...if so, you've come to the right person. Life provides plenty of opportunities for blessings, or lessons, and sometimes it helps to have someone to process those lessons with. Navigating the darker side of life, the difficult times is not easy but if you're willing to be open there is help out there to get through them stronger and wiser. Counseling isn't a quick fix, it's a learning process and it can really help.
Are you going through something that you could use a little help with right now? Stress, anxiety as a result of something life has dished out, relationship issues or just need someone to help you problem-solve...if so, you've come to the right person. Life provides plenty of opportunities for blessings, or lessons, and sometimes it helps to have someone to process those lessons with. Navigating the darker side of life, the difficult times is not easy but if you're willing to be open there is help out there to get through them stronger and wiser. Counseling isn't a quick fix, it's a learning process and it can really help.
![Photo of Kathryn Penfold - Kathryn Penfold, M.Sc, LLP, BSW, MSc, LLP, Limited Licensed Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45166f28-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kathryn Penfold, M.Sc, LLP
Limited Licensed Psychologist, BSW, MSc, LLP
Verified Verified
Frankfort, MI 49635
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
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Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt unworthy, unlovable, filled with self judgement, fear and anxiety? When no matter what you tried--new job, new town, new relationship; long lasting satisfaction eluded you. Perhaps you’re feeling that way now? Allow me to assist you on your journey to gain access to the emotional wellness you are seeking. I offer understanding and compassion to guide you beyond the places you are stuck. You deserve to live your life to the fullest and not allow new or longstanding emotional issues to keep you from reaching your full potential and becoming the person you want to be.
Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt unworthy, unlovable, filled with self judgement, fear and anxiety? When no matter what you tried--new job, new town, new relationship; long lasting satisfaction eluded you. Perhaps you’re feeling that way now? Allow me to assist you on your journey to gain access to the emotional wellness you are seeking. I offer understanding and compassion to guide you beyond the places you are stuck. You deserve to live your life to the fullest and not allow new or longstanding emotional issues to keep you from reaching your full potential and becoming the person you want to be.
Solution Focused Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLP, LPC, LPCCS
Verified Verified
Honor, MI 49640
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Rebecca Willis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, MDiv
Verified Verified
Frankfort, MI 49635
Not accepting new clients
I have over 20 years experience and specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and pregnancy/postpartum support and mood disorders. If you are concerned about certain life events, moods, or thoughts, counseling often helps to provide clarity, reassurance, and a way through. My goal is to work with you to find coping strategies, resolution, and increased well-being & peace of mind. I enjoy and have experience working with people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. I am an EMDR Therapist (EMDRIA trained). My office hours include evenings.
I have over 20 years experience and specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and pregnancy/postpartum support and mood disorders. If you are concerned about certain life events, moods, or thoughts, counseling often helps to provide clarity, reassurance, and a way through. My goal is to work with you to find coping strategies, resolution, and increased well-being & peace of mind. I enjoy and have experience working with people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. I am an EMDR Therapist (EMDRIA trained). My office hours include evenings.
Online Therapists
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Jenny Cramer, LMSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
Life can be overwhelming at times. Clients often express a loss of their sense of self, struggles with anxiety, and symptoms of depression. Societal expectations for people can seem crushingly unrealistic, leaving individuals to believe they are not good enough. Many are impacted by trauma and have formed deep-seeded, skewed values that have led to regrettable decisions, failed or troubled relationships, or any number of other situations. Each person needs to feel heard, understood, and connected. Finding a sense of joy, peace, and increased self-worth is not impossible. Help is here, judgement-free.
Life can be overwhelming at times. Clients often express a loss of their sense of self, struggles with anxiety, and symptoms of depression. Societal expectations for people can seem crushingly unrealistic, leaving individuals to believe they are not good enough. Many are impacted by trauma and have formed deep-seeded, skewed values that have led to regrettable decisions, failed or troubled relationships, or any number of other situations. Each person needs to feel heard, understood, and connected. Finding a sense of joy, peace, and increased self-worth is not impossible. Help is here, judgement-free.
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Ronan Psychological Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
We also have many specialized groups for substance/alcohol, anger management, trauma, living with ADHD and parenting an ADHD child, positive parenting, weight loss, as well as many others.
Our staff and mental health therapists are attentive to the needs of the Central Michigan area and offer evidence-based treatment for depression, anxiety, attention-based issues, behavior issues, and sexual dysfunction as well as more. You can find us at www.resiliencepsychcm.com for a complete list of what we offer. You can be assured that your treatment will be catered to fit your individual needs.
We also have many specialized groups for substance/alcohol, anger management, trauma, living with ADHD and parenting an ADHD child, positive parenting, weight loss, as well as many others.
Our staff and mental health therapists are attentive to the needs of the Central Michigan area and offer evidence-based treatment for depression, anxiety, attention-based issues, behavior issues, and sexual dysfunction as well as more. You can find us at www.resiliencepsychcm.com for a complete list of what we offer. You can be assured that your treatment will be catered to fit your individual needs.
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Ashley Legel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, QMHP, QIDP, CMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gaylord, MI 49734 (Online Only)
I have been working with children, family, and adults since 2014. I enjoy working with behavioral modification modalities and helping people through trauma as well as life stressors. I am currently accepting new adult patients and I offer virtual sessions. I do have some appointment times open outside of normal business hours. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family issues, substance use disorders, and bipolar disorder. I use modalities such as CBT, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I am DBT informed.
I have been working with children, family, and adults since 2014. I enjoy working with behavioral modification modalities and helping people through trauma as well as life stressors. I am currently accepting new adult patients and I offer virtual sessions. I do have some appointment times open outside of normal business hours. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family issues, substance use disorders, and bipolar disorder. I use modalities such as CBT, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I am DBT informed.
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Deanna Heath Mt. Pleasant Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Whether it be depression, anxiety, low self esteem, grief, divorce, relationships or other difficult life situations, I work with clients to make the changes needed to lead to a happier, more meaningful life.
Change is difficult for everyone. Whether it is in ourselves, from life situations or in a relationship, roadblocks often keep us from living the best life possible. I enjoy working with people to make positive changes, enhancing their lives. I welcome new clients and look forward to working with you.
Whether it be depression, anxiety, low self esteem, grief, divorce, relationships or other difficult life situations, I work with clients to make the changes needed to lead to a happier, more meaningful life.
Change is difficult for everyone. Whether it is in ourselves, from life situations or in a relationship, roadblocks often keep us from living the best life possible. I enjoy working with people to make positive changes, enhancing their lives. I welcome new clients and look forward to working with you.
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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.