Grief Therapists in Manistee, MI
With 9 years of experience working in Hospice care and as a Certified Grief Specialist I have a good understanding of the emotional aspects of chronic illnesses, and grief and loss.
It is my focus to meet each client at their own development stage of life and provide a therapeutic intervention to implement coping skills, overall functioning in all settings of their life and provide emotional support.
With 9 years of experience working in Hospice care and as a Certified Grief Specialist I have a good understanding of the emotional aspects of chronic illnesses, and grief and loss.
It is my focus to meet each client at their own development stage of life and provide a therapeutic intervention to implement coping skills, overall functioning in all settings of their life and provide emotional support.
Grief is a universal piece of life and comes in many forms, yet grief can be isolating.
Do you you have a desire for mental or spiritual growth? Has life thrown you for a loop and you need a safe space to make sense of the challenges? You can do the work with me as your support and believing you are in control of your story.
Grief is a universal piece of life and comes in many forms, yet grief can be isolating.
Do you you have a desire for mental or spiritual growth? Has life thrown you for a loop and you need a safe space to make sense of the challenges? You can do the work with me as your support and believing you are in control of your story.
As a trauma and grief therapist, I use relational bridges to help clients increase self awareness along with experiencing practical and personalized ways to live it out.
Life is full of different rhythms. Some rhythms are fast...some slow...some feel like a scattered mix. Other rhythms are joyful...complex...life changing. If you are reading this, you likely have a rhythm that you want support in understanding, healing, or changing. I can help.
As a trauma and grief therapist, I use relational bridges to help clients increase self awareness along with experiencing practical and personalized ways to live it out.
Life is full of different rhythms. Some rhythms are fast...some slow...some feel like a scattered mix. Other rhythms are joyful...complex...life changing. If you are reading this, you likely have a rhythm that you want support in understanding, healing, or changing. I can help.
The issues I can help with include depression, anxiety and stress reduction, grief and loss, anger management and interpersonal relationships.
My practice is based on the belief that we all have the potential for growth, and we have the ability to create meaning and happiness in our lives. I am a licensed therapist with an education in social work and an ACSW. I have been in private practice for over twenty years. I have seen that growth and positive change can occur in therapy, and I offer a safe and supportive setting where new insights and understanding can be gained. That first step, making the contact with a therapist, can be the hardest step, but it can also be incredibly rewarding.
The issues I can help with include depression, anxiety and stress reduction, grief and loss, anger management and interpersonal relationships.
My practice is based on the belief that we all have the potential for growth, and we have the ability to create meaning and happiness in our lives. I am a licensed therapist with an education in social work and an ACSW. I have been in private practice for over twenty years. I have seen that growth and positive change can occur in therapy, and I offer a safe and supportive setting where new insights and understanding can be gained. That first step, making the contact with a therapist, can be the hardest step, but it can also be incredibly rewarding.
William J Shryer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manistee, MI 49660 (Online Only)
If you have an exasperating problem such as OCD, treatment resistant depression, Bipolar disorder or Autistic Spectrum disorder, as well as the challenging condition of gender dysphoria in your family then Behaviorquest LLC can assist you in finally making the proper changes you want to make for yourself or your family member. My approach is thorough, with a comprehensive history looking at all the factors influencing the here and now. It is important that the therapist not begin therapy with preconceived notions or an agenda of their own which is an all too common practice.
If you have an exasperating problem such as OCD, treatment resistant depression, Bipolar disorder or Autistic Spectrum disorder, as well as the challenging condition of gender dysphoria in your family then Behaviorquest LLC can assist you in finally making the proper changes you want to make for yourself or your family member. My approach is thorough, with a comprehensive history looking at all the factors influencing the here and now. It is important that the therapist not begin therapy with preconceived notions or an agenda of their own which is an all too common practice.
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.
As a trauma-informed therapist with extensive life experience, I am passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with clients of all ages, including children and teens, navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
As a trauma-informed therapist with extensive life experience, I am passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. I specialize in working with clients of all ages, including children and teens, navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Lauren believes that therapy is a tool to inspire self-growth. She specializes in helping individuals/couples cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships issues, self harm, stress management and life transitions. Lauren has experience working in residential settings with youth who suffered trauma and adjudicated youth, home-based therapy, and private practice. She is also a registered yoga teacher (RYT 200) and offers mindfulness/movement components to the healing space through trauma informed yoga intervention, as well as DBT. She graduated from TCSPP in 2017 and is eager to help you thrive.
Lauren believes that therapy is a tool to inspire self-growth. She specializes in helping individuals/couples cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships issues, self harm, stress management and life transitions. Lauren has experience working in residential settings with youth who suffered trauma and adjudicated youth, home-based therapy, and private practice. She is also a registered yoga teacher (RYT 200) and offers mindfulness/movement components to the healing space through trauma informed yoga intervention, as well as DBT. She graduated from TCSPP in 2017 and is eager to help you thrive.
This practice treats clients with a variety of symptoms including depression and anxiety, past trauma and life adjustment issues. Doing this by utilizing an evidence-based, person-centered therapeutic approach helps the client assist in self-discovery and aids in new skill building. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps to develop an awareness of unhelpful thinking patterns. Allowing to better view challenging situations/reactions and aids in developing better responses. Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) facilitates the rapid resolution of a broad spectrum of emotional disorders.
This practice treats clients with a variety of symptoms including depression and anxiety, past trauma and life adjustment issues. Doing this by utilizing an evidence-based, person-centered therapeutic approach helps the client assist in self-discovery and aids in new skill building. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps to develop an awareness of unhelpful thinking patterns. Allowing to better view challenging situations/reactions and aids in developing better responses. Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) facilitates the rapid resolution of a broad spectrum of emotional disorders.
As a therapist Robert will work collaboratively with individuals to assist in achieving their goals. He will focus on creating an inviting and safe environment to work on improving mental health and well-being. Robert uses a variety of therapeutic modalities that best suits each individual. He is excited to work anyone who needs to make positive changes in their lives and work toward realizing their goals.
As a therapist Robert will work collaboratively with individuals to assist in achieving their goals. He will focus on creating an inviting and safe environment to work on improving mental health and well-being. Robert uses a variety of therapeutic modalities that best suits each individual. He is excited to work anyone who needs to make positive changes in their lives and work toward realizing their goals.
We all feel a little lost sometimes, the stress life throws at us can be overwhelming. Anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and past trauma can feel like they are weighing you down, holding you back from living your life. We work with you to find a path through these struggles and achieve whatever goals or life changes you are aiming for. Therapy can seem intimidating, but we aim to make it a personable, positive experience.
We all feel a little lost sometimes, the stress life throws at us can be overwhelming. Anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and past trauma can feel like they are weighing you down, holding you back from living your life. We work with you to find a path through these struggles and achieve whatever goals or life changes you are aiming for. Therapy can seem intimidating, but we aim to make it a personable, positive experience.
Christina Walsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Manistee, MI 49660 (Online Only)
I take a holistic whole health approach to help those looking to find balance and stability within many areas of their lives including family, relationships, careers, school, identity, self-worth, and mental health symptom management. I practice with a solution focused outlook that is person centered on making goals and developing skills specific to every unique client. My specialties include treating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma related symptoms, intimacy issues, self-esteem, and self-acceptance.
I take a holistic whole health approach to help those looking to find balance and stability within many areas of their lives including family, relationships, careers, school, identity, self-worth, and mental health symptom management. I practice with a solution focused outlook that is person centered on making goals and developing skills specific to every unique client. My specialties include treating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma related symptoms, intimacy issues, self-esteem, and self-acceptance.
Solution Focused Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LLP, LPC, LPCCS
Verified Verified
Manistee, MI 49660
Jan Smallwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Manistee, MI 49660 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My specialty is in helping people who are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or lonely. At some point in our lives, each of us may face transitions, conflict, or pain (past or recent), that can exhaust our personal resources. During these times we need outside support to heal or to make the changes we desire for ourselves. My focus is on assisting people in improving relationships, managing and directing emotions, and working through challenges that impact well-being and personal growth.
My specialty is in helping people who are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or lonely. At some point in our lives, each of us may face transitions, conflict, or pain (past or recent), that can exhaust our personal resources. During these times we need outside support to heal or to make the changes we desire for ourselves. My focus is on assisting people in improving relationships, managing and directing emotions, and working through challenges that impact well-being and personal growth.
Online Therapists
I have a warm, engaging style and am committed to offering a judgment-free place to work through grief/sadness.
**offering tele therapy*** When a client comes to his/her first session, I often share that they have done the hardest part: to make that initial call and to show up. From there, I look at it as my responsibility to help one feel safe sharing feelings/experiences so that they improve how they currently feel and create the life they want to get excited about living in the future. My approach is direct, simple, empathetic and effective. I have more than 20 years of experience providing therapy to adults and adolescents who are facing significant challenges/crisis' as well as those who are seeking personal growth.
I have a warm, engaging style and am committed to offering a judgment-free place to work through grief/sadness.
**offering tele therapy*** When a client comes to his/her first session, I often share that they have done the hardest part: to make that initial call and to show up. From there, I look at it as my responsibility to help one feel safe sharing feelings/experiences so that they improve how they currently feel and create the life they want to get excited about living in the future. My approach is direct, simple, empathetic and effective. I have more than 20 years of experience providing therapy to adults and adolescents who are facing significant challenges/crisis' as well as those who are seeking personal growth.
Kerry Huver
Counselor, MPS, LPC, ATR-BC, IMHE-ll
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I work with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, perinatal mood/anxiety issues, parent/child attachment issues, substance abuse, adolescent and midlife transitions, I provide a safe space to do the work together.
Most often the goal coming into therapy is to find relief and decrease symptoms. Some may come to gain skills to get through challenging life situations and transitions. The skills learned in therapy can be applied for you to use throughout your life and will support long term positive change. The change occurs as we become aware of our life story and the patterns that unfold. In this process we gain more awareness and understanding of the self in relation to others. It is my passion to walk alongside you on the path of self-discovery as your story unfolds and you gain personal meaning.
I work with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, perinatal mood/anxiety issues, parent/child attachment issues, substance abuse, adolescent and midlife transitions, I provide a safe space to do the work together.
Most often the goal coming into therapy is to find relief and decrease symptoms. Some may come to gain skills to get through challenging life situations and transitions. The skills learned in therapy can be applied for you to use throughout your life and will support long term positive change. The change occurs as we become aware of our life story and the patterns that unfold. In this process we gain more awareness and understanding of the self in relation to others. It is my passion to walk alongside you on the path of self-discovery as your story unfolds and you gain personal meaning.
Liz Pellegrom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Spring Lake, MI 49456 (Online Only)
People who choose therapy to heal are cycle breakers. They have decided enough is enough, and have found strength to seek help. It is such an honor to be able to help others discover themselves, unlocking mysteries and learning new strategies to live their best lives and becoming the best version of themselves. ADHD, trauma, grief, life transitions such as divorce or starting a new career, breaking unhealthy habits or cycles created by family through past generations are some examples of what I enjoy working on with clients. The list is endless, and bottom line, if you are ready to dive in, I'm ready for you!
People who choose therapy to heal are cycle breakers. They have decided enough is enough, and have found strength to seek help. It is such an honor to be able to help others discover themselves, unlocking mysteries and learning new strategies to live their best lives and becoming the best version of themselves. ADHD, trauma, grief, life transitions such as divorce or starting a new career, breaking unhealthy habits or cycles created by family through past generations are some examples of what I enjoy working on with clients. The list is endless, and bottom line, if you are ready to dive in, I'm ready for you!
Michael L. Zandstra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Hi! Thanks for stopping by. My practice experience is grounded in a relationship based processing style, where we will walk your health journey together. I work to highlight an individuals strengths and create a safe and comfortable space for clients to process a variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, and family or relationship conflict.
Hi! Thanks for stopping by. My practice experience is grounded in a relationship based processing style, where we will walk your health journey together. I work to highlight an individuals strengths and create a safe and comfortable space for clients to process a variety of issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, and family or relationship conflict.
Morgan McGraw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist that specializes in grief and loss.
I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families through several different issues. Some issues include infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. In therapy, I utilize my therapy dog, Walter, to provide comfort, reduce anxiety, and enhance the therapeutic process for clients. Walter's presence often helps clients feel more at ease and open up about their thoughts and emotions, leading to deeper and more impactful therapy sessions.
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist that specializes in grief and loss.
I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families through several different issues. Some issues include infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. In therapy, I utilize my therapy dog, Walter, to provide comfort, reduce anxiety, and enhance the therapeutic process for clients. Walter's presence often helps clients feel more at ease and open up about their thoughts and emotions, leading to deeper and more impactful therapy sessions.
I have a special interest in helping those dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship issues.
Life can be incredibly challenging, especially when compounded by mental health struggles, trauma, and loss. I’ve faced my own difficulties and seen firsthand how trauma has shaped my identity. I’ve learned that integrating my experiences can transform me into a stronger, more authentic individual. This journey has not only empowered me but also equipped me to help others.
I have a special interest in helping those dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship issues.
Life can be incredibly challenging, especially when compounded by mental health struggles, trauma, and loss. I’ve faced my own difficulties and seen firsthand how trauma has shaped my identity. I’ve learned that integrating my experiences can transform me into a stronger, more authentic individual. This journey has not only empowered me but also equipped me to help others.
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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.