Grief Therapists in Bay Saint Louis, MS

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Leslie Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS, RPT
Verified Verified
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
Hi, My name is Leslie Denise and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist with 25+ years of experience in the counseling profession. I am skilled in working with people of all ages using a client centered approach built around the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma Focused, and Play Therapy. I strive to provide hope to my clients that life can be better and more joy-filled while they are experiencing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, loss, parenting challenges, and issues of self worth.
Hi, My name is Leslie Denise and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist with 25+ years of experience in the counseling profession. I am skilled in working with people of all ages using a client centered approach built around the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma Focused, and Play Therapy. I strive to provide hope to my clients that life can be better and more joy-filled while they are experiencing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, loss, parenting challenges, and issues of self worth.
(228) 335-4849 View (228) 335-4849
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Byron D Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CMHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520  (Online Only)
Are you or your child struggling with feeling sad, lonely, depressed, or anxious? Have you been affected by traumatic events such as abuse, neglect, death, or loss? Do you struggle with self-worth, self-esteem, or issues regarding your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are you a pre-teen, adolescent, or young adult looking to address your struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, or sexual orientation/gender identity in a safe space provided in therapy?
Are you or your child struggling with feeling sad, lonely, depressed, or anxious? Have you been affected by traumatic events such as abuse, neglect, death, or loss? Do you struggle with self-worth, self-esteem, or issues regarding your sexual orientation or gender identity? Are you a pre-teen, adolescent, or young adult looking to address your struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, or sexual orientation/gender identity in a safe space provided in therapy?
(228) 338-1652 View (228) 338-1652
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Christina Palazzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
Are you feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping with life stressors? Are you or your child experiencing depression, anxiety, unresolved trauma, loss or behavioral difficulties? I am here to assist you and your family with developing attainable goals and new skills to get you back on track.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping with life stressors? Are you or your child experiencing depression, anxiety, unresolved trauma, loss or behavioral difficulties? I am here to assist you and your family with developing attainable goals and new skills to get you back on track.
(228) 688-0561 View (228) 688-0561
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Kristen Ladner
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
There is no handbook for life and you’re doing the best you can. Sometimes you just need a helping hand. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with 16 years of experience who would love to help you develop the skills and confidence to live your best life.
There is no handbook for life and you’re doing the best you can. Sometimes you just need a helping hand. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with 16 years of experience who would love to help you develop the skills and confidence to live your best life.
(228) 809-8903 View (228) 809-8903

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Holly Fedele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pass Christian, MS 39571
Holly Fedele is a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Mississippi. She earned her Bachelor of Psychology in 2008 and Master of Social Work in 2017, both from the University of Southern Mississippi. She has experience in inpatient and outpatient treatment, as well as therapy in a correctional setting. She has experience with adults experiencing life changes, anxiety, grief, depression, and other mood disorders. She also has experience with couples seeking to create a healthier relationship. She is ethically non-monogamous and LGBTQIA affirming.
Holly Fedele is a Licensed Certified Social Worker in the state of Mississippi. She earned her Bachelor of Psychology in 2008 and Master of Social Work in 2017, both from the University of Southern Mississippi. She has experience in inpatient and outpatient treatment, as well as therapy in a correctional setting. She has experience with adults experiencing life changes, anxiety, grief, depression, and other mood disorders. She also has experience with couples seeking to create a healthier relationship. She is ethically non-monogamous and LGBTQIA affirming.
(228) 338-4025 View (228) 338-4025
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Robyn D Dewhirst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-BA
Verified Verified
Diamondhead, MS 39525  (Online Only)
Multitasking is exhausting! Look at you - always doing at least two things (how many computer screens to you have in front of you right now?), thinking about three other things and in another compartment of your mind worrying about how many more? Technology has led us to believe that doing more in less time is better, but then that only leave more time to do more. When do you feel you have permission to actually do less? Maybe even say 'no' to someone or something?
Multitasking is exhausting! Look at you - always doing at least two things (how many computer screens to you have in front of you right now?), thinking about three other things and in another compartment of your mind worrying about how many more? Technology has led us to believe that doing more in less time is better, but then that only leave more time to do more. When do you feel you have permission to actually do less? Maybe even say 'no' to someone or something?
(601) 258-5095 View (601) 258-5095
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Insights Christian Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pass Christian, MS 39571
Waitlist for new clients
I help people work through anxiety and traumatic events they have experienced in life. Some have been in the battlefield of war, many have been in the battlefield of their own home. The very place where safety and nurturing were expected became the source of fear and confusion. Some can't really remember trauma, they have just always known this sense of dread and excessive worry. My mission is to create an accepting and supportive environment that helps you recognize patterns in your life that maintain your distress and find new thoughts and actions that will bring you the freedom to become the best version of yourself.
I help people work through anxiety and traumatic events they have experienced in life. Some have been in the battlefield of war, many have been in the battlefield of their own home. The very place where safety and nurturing were expected became the source of fear and confusion. Some can't really remember trauma, they have just always known this sense of dread and excessive worry. My mission is to create an accepting and supportive environment that helps you recognize patterns in your life that maintain your distress and find new thoughts and actions that will bring you the freedom to become the best version of yourself.
(228) 382-1730 View (228) 382-1730
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Andrea Marie Mitchell
Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Diamondhead, MS 39525
Sometimes we just need guidance during transitions in our lives, whether it be relationship issues, parenting or family changes. Are you going through a separation/divorce, or going through a personal crisis? Do you feel overwhelmed and need help finding your way?
Sometimes we just need guidance during transitions in our lives, whether it be relationship issues, parenting or family changes. Are you going through a separation/divorce, or going through a personal crisis? Do you feel overwhelmed and need help finding your way?
(832) 639-1030 View (832) 639-1030
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Lavender Healing Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waveland, MS 39576
You feel that you are at wits end and you have tried everything you could. I am assuming this is your last stop before giving up. I urge you to give it one more go, at LHC. LHC is a veteran, African American and Woman Owned practice. that offers marriage counseling and sex therapy for adults and also marriage intensives. We now also offer therapy for children and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, body issues and hardships in their family, school and other relationships.
You feel that you are at wits end and you have tried everything you could. I am assuming this is your last stop before giving up. I urge you to give it one more go, at LHC. LHC is a veteran, African American and Woman Owned practice. that offers marriage counseling and sex therapy for adults and also marriage intensives. We now also offer therapy for children and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, body issues and hardships in their family, school and other relationships.
(682) 328-0063 View (682) 328-0063
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Keith D'Angelo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pass Christian, MS 39571
I believe in the value and efficacy of psychotherapy. It is time for humanity to move beyond the stigma associated with mental health and take advantage of the art and science that is psychotherapy. You do not need to suffer needlessly or alone. There is hope!
I believe in the value and efficacy of psychotherapy. It is time for humanity to move beyond the stigma associated with mental health and take advantage of the art and science that is psychotherapy. You do not need to suffer needlessly or alone. There is hope!
(228) 346-8558 View (228) 346-8558
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Johanna Landry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pass Christian, MS 39571  (Online Only)
Hi there! If you’re browsing through this website, I assume you or someone you know is looking for help. This first step of finding and asking for help can sometimes be the hardest because you may feel scared, vulnerable, or just don't know what to expect. My promise to you is to do my best to settle any fears about counseling and create an environment where you’ll feel safe to talk about whatever it is that feels too much to handle alone. Clients tell me that they feel very comfortable talking with me. I work with adults of all ages.
Hi there! If you’re browsing through this website, I assume you or someone you know is looking for help. This first step of finding and asking for help can sometimes be the hardest because you may feel scared, vulnerable, or just don't know what to expect. My promise to you is to do my best to settle any fears about counseling and create an environment where you’ll feel safe to talk about whatever it is that feels too much to handle alone. Clients tell me that they feel very comfortable talking with me. I work with adults of all ages.
(337) 317-4533 View (337) 317-4533
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Dr. Mary Speed
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pass Christian, MS 39571
I offer short-term, solution-focused therapy. My clients are successful people whom I respect and admire. Like in other areas of their lives when an issue occurs, they want answers and a course of action. Providing for others, they have often put aside their own needs. Their work and personal relationships are intertwined. Talking about how to move forward can be a timeout when one can determine the next steps. Hearing yourself talk aloud about what has been on your mind and heart may give clarity in differentiating between want and need. I encourage clients to gift themselves with time aside.
I offer short-term, solution-focused therapy. My clients are successful people whom I respect and admire. Like in other areas of their lives when an issue occurs, they want answers and a course of action. Providing for others, they have often put aside their own needs. Their work and personal relationships are intertwined. Talking about how to move forward can be a timeout when one can determine the next steps. Hearing yourself talk aloud about what has been on your mind and heart may give clarity in differentiating between want and need. I encourage clients to gift themselves with time aside.
(985) 240-4164 View (985) 240-4164
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Imagine Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pass Christian, MS 39571
The scope of my therapy practice is based on the belief that children are growing, developing individuals who at times need assistance beyond their families and school structures to develop emotional and social skills, self confidence, and coping skills to handle stressors. Children are often more open than adults to change and I absolutely love getting to see them transform and grow. I work with children and adolescents ages 4 to 18.
The scope of my therapy practice is based on the belief that children are growing, developing individuals who at times need assistance beyond their families and school structures to develop emotional and social skills, self confidence, and coping skills to handle stressors. Children are often more open than adults to change and I absolutely love getting to see them transform and grow. I work with children and adolescents ages 4 to 18.
(228) 215-3017 View (228) 215-3017
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Resonance Professional Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pass Christian, MS 39571
Find your resonance. You may be struggling with depression, stress, relationships, or going through a difficult time. You might need to participate in therapy, gain a new perspective on things, or just have someone objective to talk to. I accept each person as an individual and I work with you to find methods that will best benefit your needs. My goal is to help you develop the skills to get through life's difficulties and lead a happier life! I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, some Dialectical Behavior Therapy as well as drawing from other therapies as needed.
Find your resonance. You may be struggling with depression, stress, relationships, or going through a difficult time. You might need to participate in therapy, gain a new perspective on things, or just have someone objective to talk to. I accept each person as an individual and I work with you to find methods that will best benefit your needs. My goal is to help you develop the skills to get through life's difficulties and lead a happier life! I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, some Dialectical Behavior Therapy as well as drawing from other therapies as needed.
(228) 900-9616 View (228) 900-9616
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Dr. Ray Monsour Scurfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW, Prof Em
Verified Verified
Pass Christian, MS 39571
Not accepting new clients
Please note: I am retiring 10.28.21 from counseling service. Served as an Army Social Work Officer, psychiatric team in Vietnam (1968-69), I treat military, vet & other civilian clients re depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, existential malaise, aging, PTSD related to war/hazardous duty -- first responders, natural disasters, accidents, race-related, sexual & other abuse. As a Social Work Professor Emeritus, I counsel re school & life adjustment issues for young adults & non-traditional students. I teach faith-based & secular forms of meditation to address various issues: OCD, mood, anxiety, anger, concentration, trauma...
Please note: I am retiring 10.28.21 from counseling service. Served as an Army Social Work Officer, psychiatric team in Vietnam (1968-69), I treat military, vet & other civilian clients re depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, existential malaise, aging, PTSD related to war/hazardous duty -- first responders, natural disasters, accidents, race-related, sexual & other abuse. As a Social Work Professor Emeritus, I counsel re school & life adjustment issues for young adults & non-traditional students. I teach faith-based & secular forms of meditation to address various issues: OCD, mood, anxiety, anger, concentration, trauma...
(707) 728-5131 View (707) 728-5131

Online Therapists

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Jesse Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Imagine what it would feel like to wake up without dreading the looming tasks of the day, find you have all the energy you need to get your to-do list completed, feel at peace and calm throughout the day, find that you are managing the relationships, changes, and losses in your life well, and feel accomplished and proud of the improvements you’ve made.
Do you often find yourself watching those around you and wondering how they do life so carefree while you begin to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and hopeless by having just one more thing added to your to do list? Do you have difficulty finding the energy to take care of your daily tasks, often struggling through the days in a fog of guilt and shame that you can’t get it all done? Are you constantly overthinking things, struggling to make decisions and finding yourself feeling worried, on edge, or irritable? Are you struggling with a life transition, grief/ loss, or maintaining healthy relationships and finding it difficult?
Imagine what it would feel like to wake up without dreading the looming tasks of the day, find you have all the energy you need to get your to-do list completed, feel at peace and calm throughout the day, find that you are managing the relationships, changes, and losses in your life well, and feel accomplished and proud of the improvements you’ve made.
Do you often find yourself watching those around you and wondering how they do life so carefree while you begin to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and hopeless by having just one more thing added to your to do list? Do you have difficulty finding the energy to take care of your daily tasks, often struggling through the days in a fog of guilt and shame that you can’t get it all done? Are you constantly overthinking things, struggling to make decisions and finding yourself feeling worried, on edge, or irritable? Are you struggling with a life transition, grief/ loss, or maintaining healthy relationships and finding it difficult?
(769) 207-1948 View (769) 207-1948
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Heather Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McComb, MS 39648  (Online Only)
Mood changes, life transitions, trauma, loss and self esteem issues are just a few of the elements we encounter along our journey. With the right person in the drivers seat looking for a change, our goal of fulfilling and purposeful life can be reached.
Mood changes, life transitions, trauma, loss and self esteem issues are just a few of the elements we encounter along our journey. With the right person in the drivers seat looking for a change, our goal of fulfilling and purposeful life can be reached.
(601) 374-6785 View (601) 374-6785
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Sharie A Gilner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Gulfport, MS 39501
I have a passionate interest in working with trauma as well as a broad experience with anxiety, grief, depression and other related illnesses.
Life can be a daunting, unforgiving roller coaster at times. It can impact who you are in many ways without warning. Having someone to support and guide you through that journey can be revitalizing. Working through those difficult situations in a safe environment with someone you can trust to help you find healing and peace at the end of the journey. I strive to empower the individuals I work with throughout their treatment that they can keep going and overcome life's obstacles. I help individuals be confident as the captain of their treatment, venturing through the past to find answers to their present needs.
I have a passionate interest in working with trauma as well as a broad experience with anxiety, grief, depression and other related illnesses.
Life can be a daunting, unforgiving roller coaster at times. It can impact who you are in many ways without warning. Having someone to support and guide you through that journey can be revitalizing. Working through those difficult situations in a safe environment with someone you can trust to help you find healing and peace at the end of the journey. I strive to empower the individuals I work with throughout their treatment that they can keep going and overcome life's obstacles. I help individuals be confident as the captain of their treatment, venturing through the past to find answers to their present needs.
(228) 641-1361 View (228) 641-1361
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Cori Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gulfport, MS 39507
I specialize in managing stress, anxiety, and grief, here to provide the support you need.
You are juggling numerous responsibilities at a rapid-fire pace, doing so with fewer resources than you feel you need. Before long, you've stopped connecting with others in positive ways, leisure activities become after-thoughts, and you can't recall when you last had a “good day.” This is not the life you envisioned, and perhaps you're wondering, "how did I get here?" Your inner critic has a lofty list of your failures and reasons why you can't live your best life. But did you know? Failure is just data. Life can be both manageable and enjoyable.
I specialize in managing stress, anxiety, and grief, here to provide the support you need.
You are juggling numerous responsibilities at a rapid-fire pace, doing so with fewer resources than you feel you need. Before long, you've stopped connecting with others in positive ways, leisure activities become after-thoughts, and you can't recall when you last had a “good day.” This is not the life you envisioned, and perhaps you're wondering, "how did I get here?" Your inner critic has a lofty list of your failures and reasons why you can't live your best life. But did you know? Failure is just data. Life can be both manageable and enjoyable.
(228) 295-0613 x2 View (228) 295-0613 x2
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Amy Tucker Wilkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
I have worked as a counselor for 20 years and encounter youth and adults who suffer from mood disorders, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, separation anxiety, grief, and trauma.
I am trained in Motivational Interviewing, which is an evidenced-based counseling style with a person-centered approach that is collaborative and goal-oriented focused on change talk. It is designed to strengthen personal motivation for and commitment to a specific goal by eliciting and exploring reasons for change in an atmosphere of compassion and acceptance honoring a person's autonomy, resourcefulness, and ability to choose.
I have worked as a counselor for 20 years and encounter youth and adults who suffer from mood disorders, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias, separation anxiety, grief, and trauma.
I am trained in Motivational Interviewing, which is an evidenced-based counseling style with a person-centered approach that is collaborative and goal-oriented focused on change talk. It is designed to strengthen personal motivation for and commitment to a specific goal by eliciting and exploring reasons for change in an atmosphere of compassion and acceptance honoring a person's autonomy, resourcefulness, and ability to choose.
(228) 819-2171 View (228) 819-2171

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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.