Grief Therapists in Liberty, MO
Becky Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MDivPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the areas of grief and trauma for adults and children.
Therapy is a process that is often sought out during times of change, stress or transition. It can take courage to reach out to others. Thus, I feel it important to have a level of trust and comfort with your therapist. I greatly enjoy providing direction and insight to the clients I serve. I view my role as one that facilitates further introspection and growth. Every life event, those that are joyful, painful, or somewhere in between, can serve to shape us as an individual as we make choices for how we are going to respond.
I specialize in the areas of grief and trauma for adults and children.
Therapy is a process that is often sought out during times of change, stress or transition. It can take courage to reach out to others. Thus, I feel it important to have a level of trust and comfort with your therapist. I greatly enjoy providing direction and insight to the clients I serve. I view my role as one that facilitates further introspection and growth. Every life event, those that are joyful, painful, or somewhere in between, can serve to shape us as an individual as we make choices for how we are going to respond.
Hi. How are you doing? Do you seem to be experiencing more bad days than good? Have you suffered a trauma, or significant loss in your life? Do you experience anger, anxiety, or depression that interferes in your daily activities? Are you just not happy with how things are going?
Hi. How are you doing? Do you seem to be experiencing more bad days than good? Have you suffered a trauma, or significant loss in your life? Do you experience anger, anxiety, or depression that interferes in your daily activities? Are you just not happy with how things are going?
Laurie Schulte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
I understand the complexities of grief, loss, and trauma.
Discover compassionate support on your journey through grief, loss, and trauma. My ideal client seeks a safe space to navigate emotions, find healing, and embrace self-discovery. With warmth and and over 20 years of mental health experience, I offer personalized tools to guide you towards resilience and growth. Let me be your companion on the path to renewed well-being.
I understand the complexities of grief, loss, and trauma.
Discover compassionate support on your journey through grief, loss, and trauma. My ideal client seeks a safe space to navigate emotions, find healing, and embrace self-discovery. With warmth and and over 20 years of mental health experience, I offer personalized tools to guide you towards resilience and growth. Let me be your companion on the path to renewed well-being.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and families to navigate through life's challenges. I cherish walking with people through grief and loss having worked in the Hospice environment for several years.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples and families to navigate through life's challenges. I cherish walking with people through grief and loss having worked in the Hospice environment for several years.
Mary’s Foundation of Hope, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CGRS
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
My Grief Recovery Specialist certification led to the creation of Mary’s Foundation of Hope- in honor of my mom.
Together let’s take a slow deep breath. You are not alone on this journey called life! I’ve had the privilege to work with children, teens and adults, as they navigate many life’s challenges. I provide a strengths based, non-judgmental presence while utilizing proven, evidence based approaches, that fosters a sense of safety, autonomy and hope. My aim is to empower adults, children and groups to acquire the tools necessary to address symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. I present right action steps toward increased hope and healing for those dealing with grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
My Grief Recovery Specialist certification led to the creation of Mary’s Foundation of Hope- in honor of my mom.
Together let’s take a slow deep breath. You are not alone on this journey called life! I’ve had the privilege to work with children, teens and adults, as they navigate many life’s challenges. I provide a strengths based, non-judgmental presence while utilizing proven, evidence based approaches, that fosters a sense of safety, autonomy and hope. My aim is to empower adults, children and groups to acquire the tools necessary to address symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. I present right action steps toward increased hope and healing for those dealing with grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
James M Lehnardt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
I also focus on helping clients with multiple behavioral issues including PTSD, depression, grief, anxiety, adult ADHD, chronic health issues and anger.
I am a Provisionally Licensed Counselor with a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have a passion for working with young adults and adults and helping them deal with all challenges in life including trauma, abuse, and loss. As a US Army veteran, I have a passion for working with veterans and first responders and the unique challenges they face as well as the impact those challenges have on their lives and those of their families. I specialize in trauma including but not limited to sexual trauma, trauma from divorce, and trauma stemming from the unique experiences of veterans and first responders.
I also focus on helping clients with multiple behavioral issues including PTSD, depression, grief, anxiety, adult ADHD, chronic health issues and anger.
I am a Provisionally Licensed Counselor with a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have a passion for working with young adults and adults and helping them deal with all challenges in life including trauma, abuse, and loss. As a US Army veteran, I have a passion for working with veterans and first responders and the unique challenges they face as well as the impact those challenges have on their lives and those of their families. I specialize in trauma including but not limited to sexual trauma, trauma from divorce, and trauma stemming from the unique experiences of veterans and first responders.
Kailey Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked with children, teens, adults, families, and groups. My therapy style is based around a person-centered approach, which encourages the client to lead session and direct the course of their treatment. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, abuse, neglect, grief, self-esteem, stress, domestic violence, and relationship issues. I integrate play, art, and movement into session when appropriate. I utilize EMDR, Play therapy, CBT, and DBT components to assist in the healing process.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has worked with children, teens, adults, families, and groups. My therapy style is based around a person-centered approach, which encourages the client to lead session and direct the course of their treatment. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, abuse, neglect, grief, self-esteem, stress, domestic violence, and relationship issues. I integrate play, art, and movement into session when appropriate. I utilize EMDR, Play therapy, CBT, and DBT components to assist in the healing process.
My background includes medical social work, family and children services, bereavement, maternal support and adolescent support.
You have so much going for you. You have a great group of friends, a spouse/partner that supports you, healthy children, and a job that you enjoy. But you can't help the feeling that something is missing. "Why don't I feel fulfilled?" "Why am I not happy?" "Am I missing something?" These are common issues many women face but feel they are struggling alone. You deserve to be happy. You deserve to feel fulfilled. Reconnect with the happy woman inside of you.
My background includes medical social work, family and children services, bereavement, maternal support and adolescent support.
You have so much going for you. You have a great group of friends, a spouse/partner that supports you, healthy children, and a job that you enjoy. But you can't help the feeling that something is missing. "Why don't I feel fulfilled?" "Why am I not happy?" "Am I missing something?" These are common issues many women face but feel they are struggling alone. You deserve to be happy. You deserve to feel fulfilled. Reconnect with the happy woman inside of you.
Jill Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, CAAPT, RPT-S™, CAS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
I specialize in treating depression, eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, autism, grief (including loss of a pet), and child/adolescent issues.
I will be out of the office 10/15-10/20/24. Please expect a delay in me getting back to you. Hi! My name is Jill and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Missouri, a licensed specialist clinical social worker (LSCSW) in Kansas, and a registered play therapist supervisor (RPT-S). I am also a Certified AutPlay Therapy Provider, a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), an EMDR certified therapist, and a Certified Animal Assisted Play Therapist (CAAPT). I am passionate about helping individuals meet their goals and enhance their well-being. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provide play therapy supervision.
I specialize in treating depression, eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, autism, grief (including loss of a pet), and child/adolescent issues.
I will be out of the office 10/15-10/20/24. Please expect a delay in me getting back to you. Hi! My name is Jill and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Missouri, a licensed specialist clinical social worker (LSCSW) in Kansas, and a registered play therapist supervisor (RPT-S). I am also a Certified AutPlay Therapy Provider, a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), an EMDR certified therapist, and a Certified Animal Assisted Play Therapist (CAAPT). I am passionate about helping individuals meet their goals and enhance their well-being. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provide play therapy supervision.
I recognize that you might be facing pain, whether it's from past trauma, the weight of anxiety, or the profound sorrow of grief and loss.
I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek help, especially when life's challenges seem overwhelming. If you're reading this, it's likely because you're looking for someone who can understand, support, and guide you on your path to healing. I want you to know that you are not alone. I offer more than just professional expertise; I provide a warm, empathetic, and safe space where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we will navigate the intricate landscape of your emotions with care and sensitivity.
I recognize that you might be facing pain, whether it's from past trauma, the weight of anxiety, or the profound sorrow of grief and loss.
I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek help, especially when life's challenges seem overwhelming. If you're reading this, it's likely because you're looking for someone who can understand, support, and guide you on your path to healing. I want you to know that you are not alone. I offer more than just professional expertise; I provide a warm, empathetic, and safe space where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we will navigate the intricate landscape of your emotions with care and sensitivity.
Heather Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! Thank you for taking a few moments to read about me. I truly hope that you find the help you are looking for whether it is with me or another therapist. I enjoy working with adults in an individual setting. I have extensive experience in working with those who are coping with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, abuse, grief, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I believe each person can grow by working through things from the past that are holding them back and learning skills to help them when they feel stuck. I look forward to helping you meet your goals.
Hello and welcome! Thank you for taking a few moments to read about me. I truly hope that you find the help you are looking for whether it is with me or another therapist. I enjoy working with adults in an individual setting. I have extensive experience in working with those who are coping with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, abuse, grief, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I believe each person can grow by working through things from the past that are holding them back and learning skills to help them when they feel stuck. I look forward to helping you meet your goals.
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Living Waters: Counseling, Consulting, Coaching
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CGRS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
CBT, EMDR, Gottman Couple's Counseling and The Grief Recovery Method are a few evidence based treatments used.
Are you living life at the level of victory and happiness that you desire? Many struggle to conquer thoughts and feelings that keep them locked in fear, hurt and uncertainty. I help people identify core beliefs and change their thoughts and feelings to line up with God's Word. God loves you. He is interested in you! At Living Waters the mission is to help you heal and grow by taking back your life one solid step at a time. Whether you are suffering from toxic relationships, depression, loneliness, couple issues, grief, or trauma – Christian counseling services can help. The best gift you can give those you love is a healthy you.
CBT, EMDR, Gottman Couple's Counseling and The Grief Recovery Method are a few evidence based treatments used.
Are you living life at the level of victory and happiness that you desire? Many struggle to conquer thoughts and feelings that keep them locked in fear, hurt and uncertainty. I help people identify core beliefs and change their thoughts and feelings to line up with God's Word. God loves you. He is interested in you! At Living Waters the mission is to help you heal and grow by taking back your life one solid step at a time. Whether you are suffering from toxic relationships, depression, loneliness, couple issues, grief, or trauma – Christian counseling services can help. The best gift you can give those you love is a healthy you.
I also certified as an Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, with a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas. I work with a wide range of mental health challenges including Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Grief, Eating Disorders and Trauma. I specialize in working with preteens, adolescents and adults. My career experience has been in child welfare, case management, outpatient group therapy and individual therapy. I am described as being compassionate, warm, caring and insightful. I am accepting new clients via in-office visits, Telehealth, and by phone.
I also certified as an Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, with a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas. I work with a wide range of mental health challenges including Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Grief, Eating Disorders and Trauma. I specialize in working with preteens, adolescents and adults. My career experience has been in child welfare, case management, outpatient group therapy and individual therapy. I am described as being compassionate, warm, caring and insightful. I am accepting new clients via in-office visits, Telehealth, and by phone.
You may have found yourself here feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or tired of the same patterns repeating in your life. I work with individuals and couples who are in this very place and it can manifest like sexlessness in relationships, family conflict, unresolved grief, persistent anxiety, physical manifestations of stress, or symptoms related to unprocessed trauma. While these painful experiences may be a part of your story now, you can turn the page to write something new. Healing is possible.
You may have found yourself here feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or tired of the same patterns repeating in your life. I work with individuals and couples who are in this very place and it can manifest like sexlessness in relationships, family conflict, unresolved grief, persistent anxiety, physical manifestations of stress, or symptoms related to unprocessed trauma. While these painful experiences may be a part of your story now, you can turn the page to write something new. Healing is possible.
Meghan Mallams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Meghan! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist. My professional background as a Therapist and School Social Worker for over 14 years has enhanced my skills in assisting Children and Teens with mental health struggles. I am passionate about providing a therapeutic environment that is engaging, focused on positive change, and validating. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach to help individuals and families cope with challenges such as ADHD, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Grief and Loss, Mood Dysregulation, Relationship Issues, School Challenges, and Trauma.
Hi, I’m Meghan! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist. My professional background as a Therapist and School Social Worker for over 14 years has enhanced my skills in assisting Children and Teens with mental health struggles. I am passionate about providing a therapeutic environment that is engaging, focused on positive change, and validating. I use an eclectic therapeutic approach to help individuals and families cope with challenges such as ADHD, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Depression, Grief and Loss, Mood Dysregulation, Relationship Issues, School Challenges, and Trauma.
Jennifer Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
Do you feel stuck, or overwhelmed? Or does your child or teen feel this way? Together we can discover the path forward, learning what works best for you as you learn new ways to manage what life brings, and how to avoid unhealthy relationship patterns or pitfalls of the past. I am very experienced in treating anxiety and depression; I also understand how painful events and trauma from the past can hold someone back, and even cause a person to feel held hostage. I have specialized training in helping people recover and heal from trauma, painful events, and complicated grief.
Do you feel stuck, or overwhelmed? Or does your child or teen feel this way? Together we can discover the path forward, learning what works best for you as you learn new ways to manage what life brings, and how to avoid unhealthy relationship patterns or pitfalls of the past. I am very experienced in treating anxiety and depression; I also understand how painful events and trauma from the past can hold someone back, and even cause a person to feel held hostage. I have specialized training in helping people recover and heal from trauma, painful events, and complicated grief.
Rebecca Dolores Correnti
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCP
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068 (Online Only)
I do both phone counseling as well as face to face counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching. These are my areas of expertise. Mediation work within the courts for divorce issues, anxiety, panic attacks, adults who have had mild to severe abuse of any kind, PTSD, high stresors, OCD, those who are overwhelmed, depression, relationship counseling for individuals, grief counseling, goal setting, work stressors/ problem solving, Career counseling and personal coaching, co-dependancy problems individual counseling,cognitive-behavior therapy, Autism spectrum, ADHD,and divorce issues with adults, assessments, disability summaries and psychological testing.
I do both phone counseling as well as face to face counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching. These are my areas of expertise. Mediation work within the courts for divorce issues, anxiety, panic attacks, adults who have had mild to severe abuse of any kind, PTSD, high stresors, OCD, those who are overwhelmed, depression, relationship counseling for individuals, grief counseling, goal setting, work stressors/ problem solving, Career counseling and personal coaching, co-dependancy problems individual counseling,cognitive-behavior therapy, Autism spectrum, ADHD,and divorce issues with adults, assessments, disability summaries and psychological testing.
Has some personal life crisis thrown your life into chaos? Do you need help coping? Don't give up hope - I can help you pick up the pieces and start again. Clients of various ethnicities and cultural backgrounds seek my help for an array of issues such as: marital conflict, grief and loss issues, dysfunctional parenting, anxiety and depression. I specialize in marriage, family and individual counseling.
Has some personal life crisis thrown your life into chaos? Do you need help coping? Don't give up hope - I can help you pick up the pieces and start again. Clients of various ethnicities and cultural backgrounds seek my help for an array of issues such as: marital conflict, grief and loss issues, dysfunctional parenting, anxiety and depression. I specialize in marriage, family and individual counseling.
Angela Cochneuer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
I am a sex positive therapist who specializes in trauma, queer and trans life, kink, sexual dysfunction, neurodivergence, different types of relationship structures, perinatal/birth/reproductive wellness, perfectionism, control, attachment, trust, identity, vulnerability, grief, personality disorders, authenticity, and narcissism and narcissistic healing.
What it’s like to come in for therapy? Therapy is about sharing vulnerability that you may not have experienced before, or at least not experienced positively before. We’re not friends, but we have a connection that we build that is professionally intimate and caring. Therapy is about analysis and making meaning of things that you have gone through and are presently dealing with. Sometimes that presents challenges to a person, things that are occurring with us are tough to look at and face- that’s why I’m here. I will help you look at things that are hard to take in and help you to either accept and appreciate or accept and change.
I am a sex positive therapist who specializes in trauma, queer and trans life, kink, sexual dysfunction, neurodivergence, different types of relationship structures, perinatal/birth/reproductive wellness, perfectionism, control, attachment, trust, identity, vulnerability, grief, personality disorders, authenticity, and narcissism and narcissistic healing.
What it’s like to come in for therapy? Therapy is about sharing vulnerability that you may not have experienced before, or at least not experienced positively before. We’re not friends, but we have a connection that we build that is professionally intimate and caring. Therapy is about analysis and making meaning of things that you have gone through and are presently dealing with. Sometimes that presents challenges to a person, things that are occurring with us are tough to look at and face- that’s why I’m here. I will help you look at things that are hard to take in and help you to either accept and appreciate or accept and change.
Glenda Josephine Day
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
My areas of specialty include trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ and grief/ loss issues by utilizing therapeutic techniques that are customized for every client and circumstance.
Sometimes, life is just hard! You think you have it all together and then something happens and you realize you just can’t keep going on in the same way. You need new and healthy coping skills, a different kind of support and a better connection and guidance. To me, that’s where finding a great therapist comes in. Find a therapist who believes that everyone has strengths and the capacity to live a life full of joy, happiness and wholeness; like I do. Lastly, find a therapist who will take your healing journey with you, be your cheerleader, yet also gently hold you accountable for your ultimate goals; like I will.
My areas of specialty include trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ and grief/ loss issues by utilizing therapeutic techniques that are customized for every client and circumstance.
Sometimes, life is just hard! You think you have it all together and then something happens and you realize you just can’t keep going on in the same way. You need new and healthy coping skills, a different kind of support and a better connection and guidance. To me, that’s where finding a great therapist comes in. Find a therapist who believes that everyone has strengths and the capacity to live a life full of joy, happiness and wholeness; like I do. Lastly, find a therapist who will take your healing journey with you, be your cheerleader, yet also gently hold you accountable for your ultimate goals; like I will.
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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.