Grief Therapists in Marvin, NC
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Hannah Wagers
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marvin, NC 28173 (Online Only)
Tackling all that may be thrown your way can be incredibly difficult especially if you take on the challenge alone. My goal is to support and hold space for you on that journey. If you are experiencing anxiety, grief, or life transitions, I will stand beside you as you work to process their impact on your day to day life. I am here to provide encouragement and time to vent your frustrations while offering helpful coping skills.
Tackling all that may be thrown your way can be incredibly difficult especially if you take on the challenge alone. My goal is to support and hold space for you on that journey. If you are experiencing anxiety, grief, or life transitions, I will stand beside you as you work to process their impact on your day to day life. I am here to provide encouragement and time to vent your frustrations while offering helpful coping skills.
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Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression or relationship difficulties? Do you want to lead a healthier, more fulfilling life? My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more meaningful life.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression or relationship difficulties? Do you want to lead a healthier, more fulfilling life? My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more meaningful life.
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The Rose of Sharon Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marvin, NC 28173 (Online Only)
I welcome you to take the first step into the BEST decision of your life, taking care of "your" well-being. Life is difficult for everyone but "you" don't have to face it alone! As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I will be there with you! I work with a diverse clientele and believe in meeting people where they are. Health and Wellness are important in keeping a balanced life, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
I welcome you to take the first step into the BEST decision of your life, taking care of "your" well-being. Life is difficult for everyone but "you" don't have to face it alone! As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I will be there with you! I work with a diverse clientele and believe in meeting people where they are. Health and Wellness are important in keeping a balanced life, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
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Lisa Robinson: Certified EMDR provider
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marvin, NC 28173 (Online Only)
Feel overwhelmed, anxious or like your mind is racing? Fear ever grip your chest? Your mind keeps looping on the same thoughts, fears, or upsetting memories. You can’t get a good night’s sleep, and you feel irritable, on-edge, or not-in-control. That critical voice in your head won’t shut up and often brings its friends – worry, panic, anger, guilt, and shame. Life doesn’t look or feel the way you want it to. You wonder ‘What the hell is wrong with me? How do I fix this?’ You just want a way to quiet the chaos, move past painful experiences, and get back to the things that are most important to you in life. I can help with this.
Feel overwhelmed, anxious or like your mind is racing? Fear ever grip your chest? Your mind keeps looping on the same thoughts, fears, or upsetting memories. You can’t get a good night’s sleep, and you feel irritable, on-edge, or not-in-control. That critical voice in your head won’t shut up and often brings its friends – worry, panic, anger, guilt, and shame. Life doesn’t look or feel the way you want it to. You wonder ‘What the hell is wrong with me? How do I fix this?’ You just want a way to quiet the chaos, move past painful experiences, and get back to the things that are most important to you in life. I can help with this.
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I'm Dr. Amanda Cummings Brandenburg (She/Her/Hers), a Licensed Psychologist in Charlotte, NC, and the proud owner of Cummings Brandenburg Counseling PLLC. My practice specializes in providing high-quality individual counseling services to adults 18+ yrs. In addition to my NC license, I have an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) with The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which allows me to provide tele-therapy to clients in 40 states. I have over 10 yrs of experience providing psychological services in the Charlotte area and over 20 yrs of professional activities in the field of psychology
I'm Dr. Amanda Cummings Brandenburg (She/Her/Hers), a Licensed Psychologist in Charlotte, NC, and the proud owner of Cummings Brandenburg Counseling PLLC. My practice specializes in providing high-quality individual counseling services to adults 18+ yrs. In addition to my NC license, I have an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) with The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which allows me to provide tele-therapy to clients in 40 states. I have over 10 yrs of experience providing psychological services in the Charlotte area and over 20 yrs of professional activities in the field of psychology
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Casey Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marvin, NC 28173
Family can be a source of joy and strength but can also be chaotic and overwhelming at times. I know that life transitions and big events can be challenging for individuals and that sometimes having an outside resource to talk to can be helpful. If you are struggling to start a family, dealing with pregnancy/postpartum related mental health concerns, pursuing kinship care/foster care/adoption, or working to overcome a traumatic experience, I would love to connect and see if I can assist you in reaching your goals.
Family can be a source of joy and strength but can also be chaotic and overwhelming at times. I know that life transitions and big events can be challenging for individuals and that sometimes having an outside resource to talk to can be helpful. If you are struggling to start a family, dealing with pregnancy/postpartum related mental health concerns, pursuing kinship care/foster care/adoption, or working to overcome a traumatic experience, I would love to connect and see if I can assist you in reaching your goals.
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Meghan Rawlings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marvin, NC 28173
Do you struggle to remember the last time you were really happy? Does it seem like intrusive thoughts are always with you? Do you feel like you're trying to keep up appearances, while your acquaintances seem to have it all together? Imagine how you would feel if you didn't have to worry about this getting any worse. You could feel free from the cycle that is interrupting your success, your family life, your education or your career. You can start to feel engaged and in control of your life. I can help!
Do you struggle to remember the last time you were really happy? Does it seem like intrusive thoughts are always with you? Do you feel like you're trying to keep up appearances, while your acquaintances seem to have it all together? Imagine how you would feel if you didn't have to worry about this getting any worse. You could feel free from the cycle that is interrupting your success, your family life, your education or your career. You can start to feel engaged and in control of your life. I can help!
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Althia G Mclaughlin
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marvin, NC 28173
Not accepting new clients
depression, bipolar disorder), Self-esteem, Life Transitions, and Grief and Loss.
I believe in the power of therapy. When a client is an active participant in his/her treatment and is committed to applying the knowledge gained in therapy to life in the outside world, powerful and positive changes can happen. I am a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I provide services in English and Spanish to adults and older adolescents. My sessions are with individuals and groups. If you're ready to make a change, MAKE AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE NOW here: https://althia-mclaughlin.clientsecure.me
depression, bipolar disorder), Self-esteem, Life Transitions, and Grief and Loss.
I believe in the power of therapy. When a client is an active participant in his/her treatment and is committed to applying the knowledge gained in therapy to life in the outside world, powerful and positive changes can happen. I am a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I provide services in English and Spanish to adults and older adolescents. My sessions are with individuals and groups. If you're ready to make a change, MAKE AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE NOW here: https://althia-mclaughlin.clientsecure.me
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Dionysios Kakouras
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waxhaw, NC 28173
My professional experience includes work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and remarkable life events.
I became interested in psychotherapy in my young adult years, as I searched for meaning in life. With a primary interest in medicine, I knew that my ultimate goal was to help others. It was during my own personal experience with therapy (as a client) that I came to really value relationships with people and the power of the psychotherapy space. I believe that transformative change occurs simply by genuinely existing with another person.
My professional experience includes work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and remarkable life events.
I became interested in psychotherapy in my young adult years, as I searched for meaning in life. With a primary interest in medicine, I knew that my ultimate goal was to help others. It was during my own personal experience with therapy (as a client) that I came to really value relationships with people and the power of the psychotherapy space. I believe that transformative change occurs simply by genuinely existing with another person.
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My experience has been working with dually diagnosed individuals, substance use disorders, trauma and stressors, grief, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and life altering problems.
Nothing has the ability to stop life and wear you out more than when you are not able to get back on your feet or continue to push past the pain. At some point we all break. Have you pushed so hard and you just can’t get back to the old you? Or maybe the old you is not who you want to envision for your future. As a licensed professional counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist, I have been a witness to some of life’s most precious moments and also some of life’s most challenging circumstances. My goal and desire is to help others navigate through their world and to find answers to some of life’s most difficult questions
My experience has been working with dually diagnosed individuals, substance use disorders, trauma and stressors, grief, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and life altering problems.
Nothing has the ability to stop life and wear you out more than when you are not able to get back on your feet or continue to push past the pain. At some point we all break. Have you pushed so hard and you just can’t get back to the old you? Or maybe the old you is not who you want to envision for your future. As a licensed professional counselor and licensed clinical addictions specialist, I have been a witness to some of life’s most precious moments and also some of life’s most challenging circumstances. My goal and desire is to help others navigate through their world and to find answers to some of life’s most difficult questions
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Aldi Gaines
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waxhaw, NC 28173
I provide treatment services for mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem, body image, and substance use disorders.
My journey towards becoming a healer began in 2009 with a vision of creating a safe place that supports the emotional, psychological, spiritual, and physical health of men and women. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I offer empowerment and compassion to my clients in effectively navigating life's challenges using a holistic approach to wellness.
I provide treatment services for mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem, body image, and substance use disorders.
My journey towards becoming a healer began in 2009 with a vision of creating a safe place that supports the emotional, psychological, spiritual, and physical health of men and women. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I offer empowerment and compassion to my clients in effectively navigating life's challenges using a holistic approach to wellness.
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Robert Limkeman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waxhaw, NC 28173
Life can be incredibly painful. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, confused, lonely, anxious, despairing, or lost. We want to make sense of our past & present circumstances, map out a path forward, all in a way that feels true to our values and honors the pain we experience. My clients often struggle with issues like depression & anxiety, grief & loss, trauma & abuse, identity & meaning formation, sexuality & pornography, spiritual distress & relationship strife. Whether highly motivated or exhausted and on the verge of giving up, I am honored to meet each client where they are and walk with them step by step toward change.
Life can be incredibly painful. We can find ourselves feeling stuck, confused, lonely, anxious, despairing, or lost. We want to make sense of our past & present circumstances, map out a path forward, all in a way that feels true to our values and honors the pain we experience. My clients often struggle with issues like depression & anxiety, grief & loss, trauma & abuse, identity & meaning formation, sexuality & pornography, spiritual distress & relationship strife. Whether highly motivated or exhausted and on the verge of giving up, I am honored to meet each client where they are and walk with them step by step toward change.
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Alicia McArthur
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waxhaw, NC 28173
My specialties include anxiety, anger management, depression, grief, life transitions, healthy relationship skills, and past trauma or abuse.
A client once told me, “Finding the right therapist is like finding the right boyfriend,” and while therapy isn’t intended to be a long-term commitment, there are some similarities, including the need for trust, safety and compatibility. Clients often share with me things that they don’t tell anyone else, and it is important to find the right fit – someone you trust who has the skills to help you work through your specific struggles. I have been working in the field for over 20 years, and see adults (ages 18+) in individual counseling.
My specialties include anxiety, anger management, depression, grief, life transitions, healthy relationship skills, and past trauma or abuse.
A client once told me, “Finding the right therapist is like finding the right boyfriend,” and while therapy isn’t intended to be a long-term commitment, there are some similarities, including the need for trust, safety and compatibility. Clients often share with me things that they don’t tell anyone else, and it is important to find the right fit – someone you trust who has the skills to help you work through your specific struggles. I have been working in the field for over 20 years, and see adults (ages 18+) in individual counseling.
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I have worked in a variety of treatment settings addressing an array of challenges including: difficulties related to symptoms of anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, challenges with family dynamics, grief/loss, trauma, interpersonal relationships, body image, disordered eating and substance abuse.
My passion is building connections with people. I will take the time to build a relationship of trust and understanding in order to best support you. It would be an honor to be a part of your journey.
I have worked in a variety of treatment settings addressing an array of challenges including: difficulties related to symptoms of anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, challenges with family dynamics, grief/loss, trauma, interpersonal relationships, body image, disordered eating and substance abuse.
My passion is building connections with people. I will take the time to build a relationship of trust and understanding in order to best support you. It would be an honor to be a part of your journey.
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Kisha L Bowser
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waxhaw, NC 28173
Healing from trauma, loss, & unexpected life change is not easy.
My passion is helping those impacted by interpersonal trauma to begin healing towards recovery & wholeness. Those affected by traumatic events know the sense of grief, loss, shame, embarrassment, & judgment these issues often bring. I believe that unresolved traumas from negative life experiences are the primary source of issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship & self-esteem challenges, interpersonal conflict, & identity issues. My approach is one of compassion, strength, integrity, & authenticity. I offer a calm nonjudgmental environment for clients to develop courage & discover their resilience to heal & thrive.
Healing from trauma, loss, & unexpected life change is not easy.
My passion is helping those impacted by interpersonal trauma to begin healing towards recovery & wholeness. Those affected by traumatic events know the sense of grief, loss, shame, embarrassment, & judgment these issues often bring. I believe that unresolved traumas from negative life experiences are the primary source of issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship & self-esteem challenges, interpersonal conflict, & identity issues. My approach is one of compassion, strength, integrity, & authenticity. I offer a calm nonjudgmental environment for clients to develop courage & discover their resilience to heal & thrive.
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LeeAnna Perry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waxhaw, NC 28173
LeeAnna seeks to provide a safe space in therapy for individuals, children and families to process, learn about themselves, and grow to find emotional healing and wholeness. She acknowledges the work of the whole person including spirituality. Trained in many different modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative therapy, art therapy, & Child centered play therapy. She specializes in grief, self esteem, and identity work. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, families and individual adults. She is an LMFT in North and South Carolina and (RPT) Registered Play Therapist.
LeeAnna seeks to provide a safe space in therapy for individuals, children and families to process, learn about themselves, and grow to find emotional healing and wholeness. She acknowledges the work of the whole person including spirituality. Trained in many different modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative therapy, art therapy, & Child centered play therapy. She specializes in grief, self esteem, and identity work. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, families and individual adults. She is an LMFT in North and South Carolina and (RPT) Registered Play Therapist.
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I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, family conflict, grief, life transitions, peer relationships, stress, trauma, and PTSD.
I believe that every person has inherent worth and matters intensely. I am so grateful you found your way to this page. Life may feel overwhelming, scary, or even unlivable right now but I want to provide reassurance that this feeling can and will pass. In my clinical practice, I work with clients to create a holistic treatment plan and approach our work focusing on your strengths while making you feel heard and valued.
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, family conflict, grief, life transitions, peer relationships, stress, trauma, and PTSD.
I believe that every person has inherent worth and matters intensely. I am so grateful you found your way to this page. Life may feel overwhelming, scary, or even unlivable right now but I want to provide reassurance that this feeling can and will pass. In my clinical practice, I work with clients to create a holistic treatment plan and approach our work focusing on your strengths while making you feel heard and valued.
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I have also had to work through my own grief with the loss of my mother.
Do you or your daughter struggle with anxiety? Depression? What about all the life stressors from this last year? Do you want a safe place for your adolescent daughter to share her struggles without judgment but with acceptance? Do you need a place to come and work things out with a trusting, interested and supportive person? As the human race, we have had many losses and stressors over the last year, and it’s okay to reach out for support and help.
I have also had to work through my own grief with the loss of my mother.
Do you or your daughter struggle with anxiety? Depression? What about all the life stressors from this last year? Do you want a safe place for your adolescent daughter to share her struggles without judgment but with acceptance? Do you need a place to come and work things out with a trusting, interested and supportive person? As the human race, we have had many losses and stressors over the last year, and it’s okay to reach out for support and help.
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My clinical interests have grown from general therapy issues into more niche areas such as couples, anxiety, obsessive compulsive behaviors, career, grief, chronic pain, substance abuse, self-injurious behaviors, personality disorders, trauma, and faith-based issues. I have also expanded into psychological testing ranging from personality, differential diagnosis, pre-surgical screening (e.g., spinal cord stimulator implants, bariatric), and cognitive assessments. My experience also includes training medical residents, supervision of masters/doctoral students, consulting, and teaching at a collegiate level.
My clinical interests have grown from general therapy issues into more niche areas such as couples, anxiety, obsessive compulsive behaviors, career, grief, chronic pain, substance abuse, self-injurious behaviors, personality disorders, trauma, and faith-based issues. I have also expanded into psychological testing ranging from personality, differential diagnosis, pre-surgical screening (e.g., spinal cord stimulator implants, bariatric), and cognitive assessments. My experience also includes training medical residents, supervision of masters/doctoral students, consulting, and teaching at a collegiate level.
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Donna Moore Kanipe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MACC, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waxhaw, NC 28173
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I specialize in working with pre-marital couples, distressed couples, and individuals (21+). My experience includes counseling pre-marital couples, conflicted couples, trauma survivors, divorce care, women grieving betrayals, anxiety, panic attacks, grief, and adjustment after life-altering accidents and medical conditions.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I specialize in working with pre-marital couples, distressed couples, and individuals (21+). My experience includes counseling pre-marital couples, conflicted couples, trauma survivors, divorce care, women grieving betrayals, anxiety, panic attacks, grief, and adjustment after life-altering accidents and medical conditions.
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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.