Grief Therapists in Turnersville, NJ
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Equanimity Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
I work with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, other mental health disorders, unresolved emotional issues, trauma, self-esteem/self-empowerment, grief and loss, relationship/family concerns, individual counseling for personal and emotional growth.
At Equanimity Counseling LLC, therapeutic treatment options are tailored to you as an individual and specific to your culture, communication style, and other personal preferences.
I work with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, other mental health disorders, unresolved emotional issues, trauma, self-esteem/self-empowerment, grief and loss, relationship/family concerns, individual counseling for personal and emotional growth.
At Equanimity Counseling LLC, therapeutic treatment options are tailored to you as an individual and specific to your culture, communication style, and other personal preferences.
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Crystal Eisenhard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Crystal's skill set includes experience with early childhood and adolescent population, adults, addictions, crisis intervention, treating clinical mental health disorders, couples and family therapy, autism spectrum disorders, treating substance use and dual diagnosis, grief and loss, behavioral challenges and extensive trauma work across the lifespan.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own values and strengths. You deserve to live a life that brings you meaning and purpose. My ideal client is ready to make change happen on our journey together. They are looking to heal and become a more empowered version of themselves. They are open to the process. This client may be looking to heal from past trauma/grief, looking for a way to move forward freely, and/or looking to find purpose/meaning.
Crystal's skill set includes experience with early childhood and adolescent population, adults, addictions, crisis intervention, treating clinical mental health disorders, couples and family therapy, autism spectrum disorders, treating substance use and dual diagnosis, grief and loss, behavioral challenges and extensive trauma work across the lifespan.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own values and strengths. You deserve to live a life that brings you meaning and purpose. My ideal client is ready to make change happen on our journey together. They are looking to heal and become a more empowered version of themselves. They are open to the process. This client may be looking to heal from past trauma/grief, looking for a way to move forward freely, and/or looking to find purpose/meaning.
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Rikki Zahler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Is waking up in the morning so challenging that you can barely enjoy your cup of coffee? Maybe you get so bogged down by excessive worry or chronic health concerns that you just can’t sleep anymore. Perhaps you’ve had a recent loss and don’t know how to cope on a daily basis, or maybe your emotions fluctuate so much between extremes that you feel out of control. I know how coping with your day to day can be hard and it may feel like you want to curl up in a ball and escape until all your overwhelming challenges disappear.
Is waking up in the morning so challenging that you can barely enjoy your cup of coffee? Maybe you get so bogged down by excessive worry or chronic health concerns that you just can’t sleep anymore. Perhaps you’ve had a recent loss and don’t know how to cope on a daily basis, or maybe your emotions fluctuate so much between extremes that you feel out of control. I know how coping with your day to day can be hard and it may feel like you want to curl up in a ball and escape until all your overwhelming challenges disappear.
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Krystle Lind
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Krystle is a Licensed Professional Counselor that provides high quality, compassionate, and ethical therapy to consumers. Krystle promotes wellness by maintaining awareness of psychiatric medications, medical issues, and environmental struggles. She works with varying reasons for referral such as, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, trauma, self-esteem, domestic violence, DCP&P, self-harm, suicide attempts, ASD, health anxiety, co-dependency, substance abuse, gender dysphoria, LBGTQ, post-incarceration, BPD, grief, anger management, and acculturation.
Krystle is a Licensed Professional Counselor that provides high quality, compassionate, and ethical therapy to consumers. Krystle promotes wellness by maintaining awareness of psychiatric medications, medical issues, and environmental struggles. She works with varying reasons for referral such as, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, trauma, self-esteem, domestic violence, DCP&P, self-harm, suicide attempts, ASD, health anxiety, co-dependency, substance abuse, gender dysphoria, LBGTQ, post-incarceration, BPD, grief, anger management, and acculturation.
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Stephanie Engel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Over the past few years, I think we have all been through some trauma, especially our adolescents and teenagers. As a parent myself, I know that kids need an outlet and someone to talk to as they navigate the mental health struggles that have come from isolation and anxiety. It is my goal to help adolescents and teenagers work through various issues that they struggle with including depression, anxiety, PTSD, divorce processing, peer related struggles, ADHD struggles, gender and sexuality issues and many other disorders and struggles that adolescents and teens find it difficult to cope with and parents seem at a loss how to help.
Over the past few years, I think we have all been through some trauma, especially our adolescents and teenagers. As a parent myself, I know that kids need an outlet and someone to talk to as they navigate the mental health struggles that have come from isolation and anxiety. It is my goal to help adolescents and teenagers work through various issues that they struggle with including depression, anxiety, PTSD, divorce processing, peer related struggles, ADHD struggles, gender and sexuality issues and many other disorders and struggles that adolescents and teens find it difficult to cope with and parents seem at a loss how to help.
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Jane has a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Prior to starting in the mental health field 6 years ago, Jane spent 27 years working in long term care and ran grief and loss and caregiver support groups. Jane also has experience working with the special needs population and has an adult son with Autism so she has personal experience advocating for this population and an understanding of the challenges faced by this population and their families.
Jane has a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. Prior to starting in the mental health field 6 years ago, Jane spent 27 years working in long term care and ran grief and loss and caregiver support groups. Jane also has experience working with the special needs population and has an adult son with Autism so she has personal experience advocating for this population and an understanding of the challenges faced by this population and their families.
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Lauren Pluchino (Owner) Serenity Therapy And Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012 (Online Only)
If you are seeking professional, non-judgmental guidance in coping with life's stressors, life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief, healing emotional pain, resolving relationship issues, overcoming indecision or simply achieving peace of mind, we are here to help. We have four therapists on staff (English and Spanish speaking) experienced at guiding clients towards achieving emotional health and well being. We incorporate support, empathy, and the right therapeutic approach to empower our clients to succeed on each of their own personal paths towards peace and wellness. Your healthiest emotional self is within reach.
If you are seeking professional, non-judgmental guidance in coping with life's stressors, life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief, healing emotional pain, resolving relationship issues, overcoming indecision or simply achieving peace of mind, we are here to help. We have four therapists on staff (English and Spanish speaking) experienced at guiding clients towards achieving emotional health and well being. We incorporate support, empathy, and the right therapeutic approach to empower our clients to succeed on each of their own personal paths towards peace and wellness. Your healthiest emotional self is within reach.
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Dr. Robert Crawford
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
All therapists are not the same. Your choice is important! For over 20 years I have successfully helped individuals and couples resolve problems, break destructive habits, repair relationships and regain hope in times of grief and tragedy. My approach uniquely combines the best practices of both clinical counseling and professional coaching to offer a plan of action tailored to the specific needs of each individual or couple.
All therapists are not the same. Your choice is important! For over 20 years I have successfully helped individuals and couples resolve problems, break destructive habits, repair relationships and regain hope in times of grief and tragedy. My approach uniquely combines the best practices of both clinical counseling and professional coaching to offer a plan of action tailored to the specific needs of each individual or couple.
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Brian Stemetzki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Brian Stemetzki is a LCSW specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Turnersville, NJ. Brian is the director and main therapist for A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services. With over 15 years experience in social work, and as a graduate of Rutgers University specializing in counseling therapy, he is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Brian Stemetzki is a LCSW specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Turnersville, NJ. Brian is the director and main therapist for A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services. With over 15 years experience in social work, and as a graduate of Rutgers University specializing in counseling therapy, he is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
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Taylor C Sansbury
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, LCADC, CCS, ACS
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
I view therapy as being about individuals working to gain a stronger understanding of themselves by uncovering personal blind spots and thought patterns that serve to hinder and limit growth and change. I view the therapeutic relationship as the coming together of equals differing only in areas of expertise and strive to understand clients to make sure they feel they are being heard and genuinely supported.
I view therapy as being about individuals working to gain a stronger understanding of themselves by uncovering personal blind spots and thought patterns that serve to hinder and limit growth and change. I view the therapeutic relationship as the coming together of equals differing only in areas of expertise and strive to understand clients to make sure they feel they are being heard and genuinely supported.
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Silvana Jester
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012 (Online Only)
It's not easy making that first phone call to speak to a therapist. In fact, it can be quite scary! I place a strong emphasis on authenticity and the client/therapist working relationship. My ideal client population would be those who do not feel heard or understood by others. I believe that we all have a purpose in life, and sometimes we may need assistance locating it.
It's not easy making that first phone call to speak to a therapist. In fact, it can be quite scary! I place a strong emphasis on authenticity and the client/therapist working relationship. My ideal client population would be those who do not feel heard or understood by others. I believe that we all have a purpose in life, and sometimes we may need assistance locating it.
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Alyssa is certified in both Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Adoption Therapy. Alyssa has experience with helping adults, children, couples and families in addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, trauma, abuse, adjustment difficulties, behavioral needs, and family dynamics.
Alyssa is certified in both Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Adoption Therapy. Alyssa has experience with helping adults, children, couples and families in addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, trauma, abuse, adjustment difficulties, behavioral needs, and family dynamics.
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John Billick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
My eclectic, therapeutic approach is to treat each client uniquely, while providing the support required to empower & attain a full and productive life. I help my clients bring themselves to a level where they are able to function productively and move forward as they author their own changes. Life can sometimes be difficult and there are times when we may need help to navigate our way through it. Therapy can guide us to understand ourselves, to reflect on and make sense of our experiences and to give us the resources to cope with challenging and unpredictable circumstances.
My eclectic, therapeutic approach is to treat each client uniquely, while providing the support required to empower & attain a full and productive life. I help my clients bring themselves to a level where they are able to function productively and move forward as they author their own changes. Life can sometimes be difficult and there are times when we may need help to navigate our way through it. Therapy can guide us to understand ourselves, to reflect on and make sense of our experiences and to give us the resources to cope with challenging and unpredictable circumstances.
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Darah Manzione
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
The choice to begin counseling is a significant step in an individual's life and can be very intimidating. Helping you feel at ease during this process is one of our most important priorities. At Beyond Counseling, we utilize a person-centered approach to meet the individualized needs of each and every client. We focus on helping our clients work through adjustment issues (life changing events), teaching techniques to learn and manage mental health needs, and providing a safe and comfortable environment to discuss stressors that may be affecting your wellbeing and happiness.
The choice to begin counseling is a significant step in an individual's life and can be very intimidating. Helping you feel at ease during this process is one of our most important priorities. At Beyond Counseling, we utilize a person-centered approach to meet the individualized needs of each and every client. We focus on helping our clients work through adjustment issues (life changing events), teaching techniques to learn and manage mental health needs, and providing a safe and comfortable environment to discuss stressors that may be affecting your wellbeing and happiness.
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Debbie Naroff Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012 (Online Only)
I am a licensed social worker, dedicated to providing a non-judgmental and safe space for clients to tap into their inner wisdom and learn to trust themselves and this unique process to live more meaningful lives. I take a person centered, humanistic approach and tailor therapy to meet clients’ individual needs. Together we will identify treatment goals, build tools to achieve these goals while processing difficult emotions. Since body and mind are uniquely interconnected, I focus on each person as a whole, using evidence based practices such as CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Work and use a strengths based approach.
I am a licensed social worker, dedicated to providing a non-judgmental and safe space for clients to tap into their inner wisdom and learn to trust themselves and this unique process to live more meaningful lives. I take a person centered, humanistic approach and tailor therapy to meet clients’ individual needs. Together we will identify treatment goals, build tools to achieve these goals while processing difficult emotions. Since body and mind are uniquely interconnected, I focus on each person as a whole, using evidence based practices such as CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Work and use a strengths based approach.
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The Artemis Center for Guidance, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
At The Artemis Center for Guidance, we work toward reducing emotional suffering. This is accomplished through direct counseling services and psycho-education provided by highly skilled and compassionate clinicians and, through the development and instruction of training programs that will provide other professionals the skills to offer exceptional services to those in emotional pain. We believe all individuals are inherently able to cope with life's hardships, and with skilled guidance during times of transition, each person possesses the freedom to strive toward and reach his or her highest potential and lead a productive and happy life.
At The Artemis Center for Guidance, we work toward reducing emotional suffering. This is accomplished through direct counseling services and psycho-education provided by highly skilled and compassionate clinicians and, through the development and instruction of training programs that will provide other professionals the skills to offer exceptional services to those in emotional pain. We believe all individuals are inherently able to cope with life's hardships, and with skilled guidance during times of transition, each person possesses the freedom to strive toward and reach his or her highest potential and lead a productive and happy life.
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Glenda Beschen LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
The Center for Emotional Wellness and Healing, LLC is a private counseling practice offering individual sessions for adults. Our well trained and skilled clinicians counsel on a range of emotional and personal issues, with our primary areas of focus include Anxiety, Depression, and Adjustment Disorders. We offer a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, and a personalized approach tailored to each individual to help in the process of growth and overcoming life's challenges. We believe in growth and development as clinicians as well and we regularly participate in continuing education, self care and restorative practices.
The Center for Emotional Wellness and Healing, LLC is a private counseling practice offering individual sessions for adults. Our well trained and skilled clinicians counsel on a range of emotional and personal issues, with our primary areas of focus include Anxiety, Depression, and Adjustment Disorders. We offer a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, and a personalized approach tailored to each individual to help in the process of growth and overcoming life's challenges. We believe in growth and development as clinicians as well and we regularly participate in continuing education, self care and restorative practices.
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Shannon Yates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CMHIMP, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
**In-person and teletherapy sessions offered** When feeling the need for help emotionally, reaching out for support can be very difficult. This is why my main objective in working with clients is to make them feel comfortable and understood. Often times, we deal with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, health issues, etc. without much emotional support, which is ironically when it feels we need it most. My therapy techniques take a collaborative, holistic approach so that I can understand my client and provide them with measurable, long-lasting change for an improved overall state of well-being.
**In-person and teletherapy sessions offered** When feeling the need for help emotionally, reaching out for support can be very difficult. This is why my main objective in working with clients is to make them feel comfortable and understood. Often times, we deal with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, health issues, etc. without much emotional support, which is ironically when it feels we need it most. My therapy techniques take a collaborative, holistic approach so that I can understand my client and provide them with measurable, long-lasting change for an improved overall state of well-being.
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Hello, I am a licensed associate counselor in the State of New Jersey. As your counselor, we work together in the helping relationship model to improve your quality of life by improving your relationship with yourself and the world around you. I believe a holistic approach to counseling provides a deeper understanding of the whole person. In session, I use several psychotherapeutic techniques based on various theoretical approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and skills based in mindfulness and play therapy.
Hello, I am a licensed associate counselor in the State of New Jersey. As your counselor, we work together in the helping relationship model to improve your quality of life by improving your relationship with yourself and the world around you. I believe a holistic approach to counseling provides a deeper understanding of the whole person. In session, I use several psychotherapeutic techniques based on various theoretical approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and skills based in mindfulness and play therapy.
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Karen Ognibene
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turnersville, NJ 08012
A time comes in everyone's life when we need to do some growth & healing work. Thankfully the ability to grow & heal is built into our human-nature, a nature that comes alive when we receive the support we need. Therapy is for receiving this support, and in a way that fits with you.
Throughout my life, along with my broad training and experience as a therapist, I've experienced my own, and have guided others in finding their ability to overcome what's happening 'right now', no matter what happened 'back then’, and no matter what concerns there are about the future.
A time comes in everyone's life when we need to do some growth & healing work. Thankfully the ability to grow & heal is built into our human-nature, a nature that comes alive when we receive the support we need. Therapy is for receiving this support, and in a way that fits with you.
Throughout my life, along with my broad training and experience as a therapist, I've experienced my own, and have guided others in finding their ability to overcome what's happening 'right now', no matter what happened 'back then’, and no matter what concerns there are about the future.
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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.