Grief Therapists in North Carolina
Emily Carvajal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
For over 13 years, I have dedicated myself to supporting people of all ages through a range of stressors, including anxiety, depression, tense family dynamics, grief, chronic illness, and life transitions. In this work, I’ve seen firsthand the tremendous pressures individuals face to appear “okay” and the self-blame that often comes from not meeting unrealistic societal expectations. These experiences have deepened my passion for helping those who are entering parenthood, raising young children, caregiving, redefining roles and boundaries in relationships, and navigating the complexities of grief and loss.
For over 13 years, I have dedicated myself to supporting people of all ages through a range of stressors, including anxiety, depression, tense family dynamics, grief, chronic illness, and life transitions. In this work, I’ve seen firsthand the tremendous pressures individuals face to appear “okay” and the self-blame that often comes from not meeting unrealistic societal expectations. These experiences have deepened my passion for helping those who are entering parenthood, raising young children, caregiving, redefining roles and boundaries in relationships, and navigating the complexities of grief and loss.
I bring over a decade of experience to my practice, where I work with a wide range of struggles. I bring special expertise to self-image/self-esteem issues, trauma, and grief. As a holistic practitioner, I don’t limit my focus to treating symptoms or replacing behaviors. I work with body, spirit, heart, and gut, offering a space where you can step into a transformed relationship with yourself. I go underneath strategies and tools to help you develop inner resources, listen to your body and nervous system, let go of what no longer serves you, and bring new energy and clarity to your most important connections.
I bring over a decade of experience to my practice, where I work with a wide range of struggles. I bring special expertise to self-image/self-esteem issues, trauma, and grief. As a holistic practitioner, I don’t limit my focus to treating symptoms or replacing behaviors. I work with body, spirit, heart, and gut, offering a space where you can step into a transformed relationship with yourself. I go underneath strategies and tools to help you develop inner resources, listen to your body and nervous system, let go of what no longer serves you, and bring new energy and clarity to your most important connections.
Jennifer Macias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fletcher, NC 28732 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a therapist who is non-judgmental, inclusive, knowledgeable and makes efforts to understand you and what you're experiencing? If you're working through a loss, struggling with chronic illness, life transitions, low self-esteem, depression or anxiety, know that relief is possible. I create a safe space so I can get to know the real you.
Are you looking for a therapist who is non-judgmental, inclusive, knowledgeable and makes efforts to understand you and what you're experiencing? If you're working through a loss, struggling with chronic illness, life transitions, low self-esteem, depression or anxiety, know that relief is possible. I create a safe space so I can get to know the real you.
Sarah Webber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina. I received my Masters from Simmons University and have been practicing for 6 years. Life can bring waves of transition, many wonderful and empowering; others more difficult, scary, and confusing. I specialize in partnering with individuals to provide support and explore ways to improve quality of life. Typical areas of exploration may include retirement, end of life, bereavement, independence, career, caregiver stress, medical diagnosis, and identity and the varied accompanying mental health symptoms (depression, anxiety, isolation, poor self-care).
Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina. I received my Masters from Simmons University and have been practicing for 6 years. Life can bring waves of transition, many wonderful and empowering; others more difficult, scary, and confusing. I specialize in partnering with individuals to provide support and explore ways to improve quality of life. Typical areas of exploration may include retirement, end of life, bereavement, independence, career, caregiver stress, medical diagnosis, and identity and the varied accompanying mental health symptoms (depression, anxiety, isolation, poor self-care).
Veronica A. Zinkham, LPC, Psychotherapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CPC
Verified Verified
Leland, NC 28451
My goal is to help you feel welcomed, safe, and unjudged. My passion is to assist you in learning to meet, manage, and move beyond difficult life challenges and gain optimal growth and belief in YOU. If you struggle with Relationships, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Trauma or Abuse, you have the power to heal. I am humbled by the human spirit. Therapy is a process of collaboration, mutual goal setting, awareness, trust and change. When you are hurting, reach out - help is there for you. I will offer support, guidance and steps to overcome life hurts.
My goal is to help you feel welcomed, safe, and unjudged. My passion is to assist you in learning to meet, manage, and move beyond difficult life challenges and gain optimal growth and belief in YOU. If you struggle with Relationships, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Trauma or Abuse, you have the power to heal. I am humbled by the human spirit. Therapy is a process of collaboration, mutual goal setting, awareness, trust and change. When you are hurting, reach out - help is there for you. I will offer support, guidance and steps to overcome life hurts.
I offer experience in counseling those who struggle with anxiety, depression, and grief.
I will collaborate with my clients in order to develop a suitable plan to began their healing process. I'll listen with an attentive ear and is impartial to all individuals. I believe everyone's story is important. I work with all ages; children, adolescents and adults. Whether it's learning how to deal with past issues or changing behaviors, my desire is to help clients see life in a new perspective.
I offer experience in counseling those who struggle with anxiety, depression, and grief.
I will collaborate with my clients in order to develop a suitable plan to began their healing process. I'll listen with an attentive ear and is impartial to all individuals. I believe everyone's story is important. I work with all ages; children, adolescents and adults. Whether it's learning how to deal with past issues or changing behaviors, my desire is to help clients see life in a new perspective.
Stephanie A. Emmerson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, NC 28037
I specialize in Grief & Loss-privileged to have spent the majority of my career working alongside grieving children and families.
Life is full of incredible moments but sometimes it can get really messy too. No matter how big or small that obstacle feels, everyone can benefit from counseling. I would love to help! In my office, you will find a confidential and compassionate space to share your story and explore your struggles. I am passionate about building a strong therapeutic relationship by providing a warm, engaging, and empathetic ear to address your emotional and mental health.Therapy at Inner Light Counseling allows a safe place to be heard and understood, learn healthy coping skills, and introduce new perspectives and ideas. Let your inner light shine!
I specialize in Grief & Loss-privileged to have spent the majority of my career working alongside grieving children and families.
Life is full of incredible moments but sometimes it can get really messy too. No matter how big or small that obstacle feels, everyone can benefit from counseling. I would love to help! In my office, you will find a confidential and compassionate space to share your story and explore your struggles. I am passionate about building a strong therapeutic relationship by providing a warm, engaging, and empathetic ear to address your emotional and mental health.Therapy at Inner Light Counseling allows a safe place to be heard and understood, learn healthy coping skills, and introduce new perspectives and ideas. Let your inner light shine!
Counseling Certified Grief Counseling Specialist in Grief Diversity.
My ideal client is one whom is willing and ready to take care of themselves emotionally, spiritually, and physically for proper growth. If you are in need of grief counseling then I am the counselor that can help you by creating a safe and inclusive space by offering cultural spaces to those of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, LGBT+ community and people of color. Many times people enjoy having the right counselor that comes with an intersectional approach, understands the historical trauma and recognizes the impact of ones sexual orientation and racial idenity on their experiences of grief.
Counseling Certified Grief Counseling Specialist in Grief Diversity.
My ideal client is one whom is willing and ready to take care of themselves emotionally, spiritually, and physically for proper growth. If you are in need of grief counseling then I am the counselor that can help you by creating a safe and inclusive space by offering cultural spaces to those of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, LGBT+ community and people of color. Many times people enjoy having the right counselor that comes with an intersectional approach, understands the historical trauma and recognizes the impact of ones sexual orientation and racial idenity on their experiences of grief.
Jessie Butler
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor , LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Most clients I work with are adults experiencing challenges with grief/ loss, life transitions, anxiety, substance/alcohol misuse or relationship distress.
You feel stuck. Life often comes with these "stuck points"- perhaps for you it is grief after a recent loss, a relationship ending, a traumatic event, or wondering if THIS is all life has to offer… Although we do have to face these inevitable challenges in life, we do not have to do it alone. When these painful experiences arise, we may attempt to cope in ways that perpetuate the pain cycle further, maybe with maladaptive coping, overuse of substances/alcohol or self-sabotaging tendencies. Therapy can lift you up above these cycles, to gain better understanding, compassion, coping skills and help bring you back home to yourself.
Most clients I work with are adults experiencing challenges with grief/ loss, life transitions, anxiety, substance/alcohol misuse or relationship distress.
You feel stuck. Life often comes with these "stuck points"- perhaps for you it is grief after a recent loss, a relationship ending, a traumatic event, or wondering if THIS is all life has to offer… Although we do have to face these inevitable challenges in life, we do not have to do it alone. When these painful experiences arise, we may attempt to cope in ways that perpetuate the pain cycle further, maybe with maladaptive coping, overuse of substances/alcohol or self-sabotaging tendencies. Therapy can lift you up above these cycles, to gain better understanding, compassion, coping skills and help bring you back home to yourself.
Jen Warshawsky
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA/EdS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gastonia, NC 28054
My particular areas of strength lie with treatment of teens and adults as well as well as Mood Disorders, Grief, PTSD/Trauma and Anxiety disorders.
I have 20 years of experience in the mental health field providing treatment to children, adolescents, and adults in both an agency and private practice setting. My background also includes work in family, couples, group and individual counseling as well as providing Intensive In-Home and Crisis Services as well. Need help managing a mood disorder? Need helping working through grief? Need help working through a variety of other issues? I am here to help you get to where you need or want to be. I would be honored to walk your journey with you. You are brave to reach out.
My particular areas of strength lie with treatment of teens and adults as well as well as Mood Disorders, Grief, PTSD/Trauma and Anxiety disorders.
I have 20 years of experience in the mental health field providing treatment to children, adolescents, and adults in both an agency and private practice setting. My background also includes work in family, couples, group and individual counseling as well as providing Intensive In-Home and Crisis Services as well. Need help managing a mood disorder? Need helping working through grief? Need help working through a variety of other issues? I am here to help you get to where you need or want to be. I would be honored to walk your journey with you. You are brave to reach out.
I have 3 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Clinician (LCMHC). I am dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and couples overcome unique obstacles and live more enriched, fulfilling lives. I specialize in areas such as depression, anxiety, grief/ loss/ bereavement, trauma, relationship issues, and significant life transitions. I earned my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling (MC) from Liberty University. As a former military veteran’s spouse, I have extensive experience navigating the stresses and joys of civilian life, which, along with my professional background, allows me to provide the guidance and sup
I have 3 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Clinician (LCMHC). I am dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and couples overcome unique obstacles and live more enriched, fulfilling lives. I specialize in areas such as depression, anxiety, grief/ loss/ bereavement, trauma, relationship issues, and significant life transitions. I earned my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling (MC) from Liberty University. As a former military veteran’s spouse, I have extensive experience navigating the stresses and joys of civilian life, which, along with my professional background, allows me to provide the guidance and sup
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Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, BCC
Verified Verified
Mebane, NC 27302
You're grieving the death of someone you love, struggling with spiritual or religious concerns, or facing a life-changing illness and need compassionate, experienced support. You want someone who's easy to connect with and knows what she's talking about but is also loving and gentle. Holly Lux-Sullivan, owner and founder of Heartwood Death Doula and Bereavement Care, will help you navigate the challenges ahead, understand your options, and know you have a champion in your corner.
You're grieving the death of someone you love, struggling with spiritual or religious concerns, or facing a life-changing illness and need compassionate, experienced support. You want someone who's easy to connect with and knows what she's talking about but is also loving and gentle. Holly Lux-Sullivan, owner and founder of Heartwood Death Doula and Bereavement Care, will help you navigate the challenges ahead, understand your options, and know you have a champion in your corner.
If you're looking for a compassionate setting to work through loss, trauma, or discover your potential, please reach out.
If you're experiencing a major life transition, thinking about making a change, or feeling unfulfilled in your daily life, seeking therapy can help. I understand that change and growth can often be uncomfortable. By working with me, you can expect a safe and understanding place to explore current and past difficulties, process emotions, and achieve holistic wellbeing. I have training in art therapy, mindfulness, meditation, and trauma-informed approaches. I offer traditional talk counseling and art therapy to teens and adults experiencing life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem issues.
If you're looking for a compassionate setting to work through loss, trauma, or discover your potential, please reach out.
If you're experiencing a major life transition, thinking about making a change, or feeling unfulfilled in your daily life, seeking therapy can help. I understand that change and growth can often be uncomfortable. By working with me, you can expect a safe and understanding place to explore current and past difficulties, process emotions, and achieve holistic wellbeing. I have training in art therapy, mindfulness, meditation, and trauma-informed approaches. I offer traditional talk counseling and art therapy to teens and adults experiencing life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem issues.
Kathryn A Summers
Pastoral Counselor, PsyD, FBPPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that good counseling, beginning with a natural fit between client and therapist, can be one of the most important and beneficial experiences of our lives. I am passionate about working with my clients and strive always to bring my natural compassion and creativity to each session. I find I am most helpful to clients struggling with loss, grief, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, though I help clients work through other issues as well. Because I am trained in theology as well as psychotherapy, I bring a unique understanding of faith and spirituality to my practice, welcoming clients from any (or no) faith tradition.
I believe that good counseling, beginning with a natural fit between client and therapist, can be one of the most important and beneficial experiences of our lives. I am passionate about working with my clients and strive always to bring my natural compassion and creativity to each session. I find I am most helpful to clients struggling with loss, grief, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, though I help clients work through other issues as well. Because I am trained in theology as well as psychotherapy, I bring a unique understanding of faith and spirituality to my practice, welcoming clients from any (or no) faith tradition.
Jennifer Rose Burroff-Smith
LCSW Associate, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salisbury, NC 28144
This might encompass getting married or divorced, providing care for a partner or relative, mastering and coping with a new diagnosis, changing jobs or careers, embracing aging, overcoming mid-life uncertainty, and managing the loss of a loved one.
I take pride in providing a personalized and unique approach based on each client's specific needs. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all option when it comes to providing therapy. My goal is to create a relaxed, customized experience for clients based on their individual needs and the challenges they are facing.
This might encompass getting married or divorced, providing care for a partner or relative, mastering and coping with a new diagnosis, changing jobs or careers, embracing aging, overcoming mid-life uncertainty, and managing the loss of a loved one.
I take pride in providing a personalized and unique approach based on each client's specific needs. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all option when it comes to providing therapy. My goal is to create a relaxed, customized experience for clients based on their individual needs and the challenges they are facing.
Wendie Lloyd
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntersville, NC 28078
My passion for helping others through grief and trauma has become a privilege of joining people on their journey to healing. Whether you are struggling with a loss, life transition, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, or looking to improve your marriage or relationships; my goal is to provide you with an empathetic, trusting and peaceful environment where you can find strength and healing.
My passion for helping others through grief and trauma has become a privilege of joining people on their journey to healing. Whether you are struggling with a loss, life transition, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, or looking to improve your marriage or relationships; my goal is to provide you with an empathetic, trusting and peaceful environment where you can find strength and healing.
I also have extensive experience in issues surrounding grief and loss, life transitions, aging, caregiving, end-of-life care, chronic illness, infertility, adoption, and women's issues.
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed or "stuck?" Are you buckling under the stress of keeping all the plates spinning? Are you grieving a loss or change in your life? I offer a safe, judgement-free space to share what is heavy on your mind and heart, then we work together to tap into your own strengths and resources and learn new ways of coping. I believe that you deserve someone to listen to you, encourage you, and help you realize how deserving you are of wholeness, hope and healing, and how very capable you are to get there. I am open-minded, open-hearted, and eager to work with you to help you feel better.
I also have extensive experience in issues surrounding grief and loss, life transitions, aging, caregiving, end-of-life care, chronic illness, infertility, adoption, and women's issues.
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed or "stuck?" Are you buckling under the stress of keeping all the plates spinning? Are you grieving a loss or change in your life? I offer a safe, judgement-free space to share what is heavy on your mind and heart, then we work together to tap into your own strengths and resources and learn new ways of coping. I believe that you deserve someone to listen to you, encourage you, and help you realize how deserving you are of wholeness, hope and healing, and how very capable you are to get there. I am open-minded, open-hearted, and eager to work with you to help you feel better.
Brandon J. Russell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MDiv
Verified Verified
High Point, NC 27265
Waitlist for new clients
My other special interests include depression, PTSD/trauma, and grief/ loss.
If you feel stuck in a difficult season of life, I look to help you find a way forward. If you are stuck because of stress from the past or something happening currently, I will work alongside you to find some relief from your symptoms, and then increase your understanding and self-awareness. Our past has a way of influencing how we live in the present. I hope to help you discover the root of what is going on, so you can learn to move forward in your life with new skills and confidence.
My other special interests include depression, PTSD/trauma, and grief/ loss.
If you feel stuck in a difficult season of life, I look to help you find a way forward. If you are stuck because of stress from the past or something happening currently, I will work alongside you to find some relief from your symptoms, and then increase your understanding and self-awareness. Our past has a way of influencing how we live in the present. I hope to help you discover the root of what is going on, so you can learn to move forward in your life with new skills and confidence.
I specialize in grief work, healing trauma, life-transitions, healing negative patterns and nurturing relationships, learning to get to the core of one's being through examining blocks that keep one from being who they really are, along with seeing and taking risks to do things in new ways.
Each person comes to therapy for honest reasons. As we live, we often get overwhelmed, stuck, we suffer, and lose ourselves/others. Through cultural conditioning, we have forgotten to see the sacred in grief and honor what was. I get to join with others to help dissolve what is blocking them from their innate wisdom to know selves and connect with others. When I work with helping couples repair, I get to come alongside each person to help them not feel alone in their experience. I am an experienced relationship therapist (and work in progress). I enjoy helping people become more securely attached and live according to their values.
I specialize in grief work, healing trauma, life-transitions, healing negative patterns and nurturing relationships, learning to get to the core of one's being through examining blocks that keep one from being who they really are, along with seeing and taking risks to do things in new ways.
Each person comes to therapy for honest reasons. As we live, we often get overwhelmed, stuck, we suffer, and lose ourselves/others. Through cultural conditioning, we have forgotten to see the sacred in grief and honor what was. I get to join with others to help dissolve what is blocking them from their innate wisdom to know selves and connect with others. When I work with helping couples repair, I get to come alongside each person to help them not feel alone in their experience. I am an experienced relationship therapist (and work in progress). I enjoy helping people become more securely attached and live according to their values.
Jillian Kelly-Wavering
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28801
As the Center for Loss and Life Transition so beautifully shares "anyone old enough to love is old enough to grieve.
I'm a therapist for grieving children and their families in Asheville, NC, and previously in the Bronx, NY. My training includes a Master’s degree from Columbia University, fellowship with the National Health Service Corps, certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Registered Play Therapist Supervisor credential. I've served as the VP of the NY Association for Play Therapy, taught as an adjunct lecturer, and authored several publications (including children's books addressing grief). My hope is to be a therapeutic companion to children and families experiencing grief and loss.
As the Center for Loss and Life Transition so beautifully shares "anyone old enough to love is old enough to grieve.
I'm a therapist for grieving children and their families in Asheville, NC, and previously in the Bronx, NY. My training includes a Master’s degree from Columbia University, fellowship with the National Health Service Corps, certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Registered Play Therapist Supervisor credential. I've served as the VP of the NY Association for Play Therapy, taught as an adjunct lecturer, and authored several publications (including children's books addressing grief). My hope is to be a therapeutic companion to children and families experiencing grief and loss.
