Grief Therapists in Brook Park, OH
Through life’s messiness, it can be easy to lose track of who we are and where we want to go. Therapy can help remind us that our past traumas and current stressors shape us, but need not define us. As a therapist, it’s with compassion, understanding, and humor that I offer a space for self-discovery and self-actualization. Whatever brought you here, I strive to connect not just as therapist-and-client, but as people. My areas of focus include trauma, grief, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, and navigating life transitions.
Through life’s messiness, it can be easy to lose track of who we are and where we want to go. Therapy can help remind us that our past traumas and current stressors shape us, but need not define us. As a therapist, it’s with compassion, understanding, and humor that I offer a space for self-discovery and self-actualization. Whatever brought you here, I strive to connect not just as therapist-and-client, but as people. My areas of focus include trauma, grief, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, and navigating life transitions.
Minds That Bloom, LLC - Marranda Bennett
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, M Ed, LPCC
Verified Verified
Brook Park, OH 44142 (Online Only)
I wholeheartedly believe that everyone has the ability to heal from difficult life experiences and move forward to live a fulfilling and joyful life. I specialize in supporting adolescents and adults through the healing process after they have been exposed to anxiety, depression, and traumatic life events such as abuse/neglect, adoption, divorce, grief/ loss, attachment difficulties, medical trauma, and other life stressors.
I wholeheartedly believe that everyone has the ability to heal from difficult life experiences and move forward to live a fulfilling and joyful life. I specialize in supporting adolescents and adults through the healing process after they have been exposed to anxiety, depression, and traumatic life events such as abuse/neglect, adoption, divorce, grief/ loss, attachment difficulties, medical trauma, and other life stressors.
Tina Kenney: Psychotherapy: Emdr: Clinical Supervision
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brook Park, OH 44142
I am here to support you through life's journey and help you achieve your goals. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate and nonjudgmental space for you to work collaboratively as we explore and process thoughts, feelings and behaviors to allow you to heal and live your best life. I can help you navigate and overcome challenges related to depression, anxiety disorders, various life adjustments, anger, mood disorders, trauma & PTSD, marriage & family stressors; providing services to individuals and couples. It can be hard to ask for help and I want to guide and empower you to live your life to the fullest.
I am here to support you through life's journey and help you achieve your goals. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate and nonjudgmental space for you to work collaboratively as we explore and process thoughts, feelings and behaviors to allow you to heal and live your best life. I can help you navigate and overcome challenges related to depression, anxiety disorders, various life adjustments, anger, mood disorders, trauma & PTSD, marriage & family stressors; providing services to individuals and couples. It can be hard to ask for help and I want to guide and empower you to live your life to the fullest.
Gabrielle Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brook Park, OH 44142
Do you feel overwhelmed navigating the complexities of everyday life? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjusting to a new life change, interpersonal conflict, disordered eating, body image distress, or are simply seeking to enhance your mental health, I’m here for you. As your counselor, I aim to empower you to navigate life’s challenges and create your life worth living. I offer a warm and understanding environment where your story is heard without judgment.
Do you feel overwhelmed navigating the complexities of everyday life? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjusting to a new life change, interpersonal conflict, disordered eating, body image distress, or are simply seeking to enhance your mental health, I’m here for you. As your counselor, I aim to empower you to navigate life’s challenges and create your life worth living. I offer a warm and understanding environment where your story is heard without judgment.
Do you find yourself missing your spark? Do you find that your moods have control over your life? Do you find yourself in this never-ending cycle of shame and trying to escape through unhealthy ways? Many people have found themselves stuck in this story and feeling numb to it all. This can rob you of joy and take away your spark. I think one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to understand your story. Using a strength- based and collaborative approach, I can offer you the space to rewrite your story into one of empowerment and resilience.
Do you find yourself missing your spark? Do you find that your moods have control over your life? Do you find yourself in this never-ending cycle of shame and trying to escape through unhealthy ways? Many people have found themselves stuck in this story and feeling numb to it all. This can rob you of joy and take away your spark. I think one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to understand your story. Using a strength- based and collaborative approach, I can offer you the space to rewrite your story into one of empowerment and resilience.
Up the Steps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Brook Park, OH 44142 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Anna Jones and I am the founder and creator of Up the Steps. Up the Steps is a Restorative Psychotherapy practice specifically designed for women and girls who struggle with emotional and behavior issues. The purpose of UTS is to help women/girls develop a life practice that will lead to a healthier and happier life.
Hello, my name is Anna Jones and I am the founder and creator of Up the Steps. Up the Steps is a Restorative Psychotherapy practice specifically designed for women and girls who struggle with emotional and behavior issues. The purpose of UTS is to help women/girls develop a life practice that will lead to a healthier and happier life.
I have 30+ years of experience providing post-offer, pre-employment and Fitness For Duty evaluations for law enforcement, fire, safety and security personnel, other first responders, and for general personnel selection and promotion. Our U.S. trademarked evaluation process adheres to the updated International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Police Psychological Services Section. I am a certified BWC provider with 30 years experience in working with your legal representative and physician to facilitate psychological treatment and recovery following occupational injury.
I have 30+ years of experience providing post-offer, pre-employment and Fitness For Duty evaluations for law enforcement, fire, safety and security personnel, other first responders, and for general personnel selection and promotion. Our U.S. trademarked evaluation process adheres to the updated International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Police Psychological Services Section. I am a certified BWC provider with 30 years experience in working with your legal representative and physician to facilitate psychological treatment and recovery following occupational injury.
More Therapists Nearby
Kara Baird
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LICDC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (Online Only)
Weekend ONLINE appointments available now. Are you ready for change, but are not quite sure where to start? Have you been experiencing similar patterns in life and continue to struggle no matter how hard you try? If you are ready to commit wholeheartedly to the therapy, I believe change is possible and the results can be life changing. Anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, life transitions are happening all around you, making it challenging to take the time you need to focus on yourself.
Weekend ONLINE appointments available now. Are you ready for change, but are not quite sure where to start? Have you been experiencing similar patterns in life and continue to struggle no matter how hard you try? If you are ready to commit wholeheartedly to the therapy, I believe change is possible and the results can be life changing. Anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, life transitions are happening all around you, making it challenging to take the time you need to focus on yourself.
Jean M Zaffiro
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cleveland, OH 44130
I have worked in private practice settings for more than seven years with men and women to address conditions such as depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, and substance use issues.
*CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Each person is born to be someone – themself. Over time this sense of self is molded by our lived experiences, relationships, and interactions. Sometimes we are molded to fit into a role or to fulfill someone else’s needs. It is this sense of losing ourselves that can lead to the challenges of anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and numerous other mental health concerns. As a result, I believe counseling is an essential part of life – a journey to finding the authentic self.
I have worked in private practice settings for more than seven years with men and women to address conditions such as depression, anxiety, grief, post-traumatic stress disorder, and substance use issues.
*CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Each person is born to be someone – themself. Over time this sense of self is molded by our lived experiences, relationships, and interactions. Sometimes we are molded to fit into a role or to fulfill someone else’s needs. It is this sense of losing ourselves that can lead to the challenges of anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and numerous other mental health concerns. As a result, I believe counseling is an essential part of life – a journey to finding the authentic self.
I attended Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN where I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Social Work and then graduated from Ashland Theological Seminary in Ashland, OH with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Initially, I spent a year practicing in a nonprofit focused solely on bereavement before expanding to other specialties. Currently, I enjoy focusing on diagnoses/ themes related to anxiety, grief, trauma, relational conflict and self-esteem. My most used techniques involve EMDR, CBT and mindfulness.
I attended Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN where I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Social Work and then graduated from Ashland Theological Seminary in Ashland, OH with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Initially, I spent a year practicing in a nonprofit focused solely on bereavement before expanding to other specialties. Currently, I enjoy focusing on diagnoses/ themes related to anxiety, grief, trauma, relational conflict and self-esteem. My most used techniques involve EMDR, CBT and mindfulness.
Elaine Sanford-Sawyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44135 (Online Only)
Counseling should be a conversation in a private, peaceful setting where you can explore issues that are impacting your life. In a private peaceful therapeutic environment I will listen to you without judgment, provide support, insight and feedback to help you address current or long standing issues that are impacting your life and possibly interfering with your emotional well-being. I have years of experience working with individual and families to address mood instability, depression, anxiety, personal trauma, grief/ loss, relationships and interpersonal problems due to, chronic illness, substance abuse and spiritual concerns.
Counseling should be a conversation in a private, peaceful setting where you can explore issues that are impacting your life. In a private peaceful therapeutic environment I will listen to you without judgment, provide support, insight and feedback to help you address current or long standing issues that are impacting your life and possibly interfering with your emotional well-being. I have years of experience working with individual and families to address mood instability, depression, anxiety, personal trauma, grief/ loss, relationships and interpersonal problems due to, chronic illness, substance abuse and spiritual concerns.
Laura Palisin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (Online Only)
I am skilled in treating complex trauma including but not limited to traumatic birth and loss, childhood abuse, sexual abuse, physical abuse and domestic violence, emotional abuse, and neglect.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 17 years of experience working in various settings such as schools, hospitals, community mental health centers, and private practice. I treat people of all ages from younger children to older adults, and a variety of mental health concerns including PTSD, childhood trauma, interpersonal problems, stress management, and mood disorders such as Depression, Bipolar, Panic Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety. I specialize in helping people who have survived trauma or difficult pasts to find peace and resolution in their lives today.
I am skilled in treating complex trauma including but not limited to traumatic birth and loss, childhood abuse, sexual abuse, physical abuse and domestic violence, emotional abuse, and neglect.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 17 years of experience working in various settings such as schools, hospitals, community mental health centers, and private practice. I treat people of all ages from younger children to older adults, and a variety of mental health concerns including PTSD, childhood trauma, interpersonal problems, stress management, and mood disorders such as Depression, Bipolar, Panic Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety. I specialize in helping people who have survived trauma or difficult pasts to find peace and resolution in their lives today.
Affiliates in Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parma, OH 44130
Affiliates in Behavioral Health, LLC is an independent, multi-disciplinary and culturally diverse behavioral health care practice providing evaluation and treatment of emotional, behavioral and psychiatric problems. We firmly believe in providing coordinated care where specially trained therapists and medical doctors work together, within the same office, to help patients feel better as quickly as possible. Our experienced and licensed clinicians provide quality services to children, teens, adults and seniors for a wide variety of problems including relationship and family issues, depression, anxiety, fear, loss/ grief, anger, mood swings, eating disorders, chemical dependency, and difficulties in school or at work.
Affiliates in Behavioral Health, LLC is an independent, multi-disciplinary and culturally diverse behavioral health care practice providing evaluation and treatment of emotional, behavioral and psychiatric problems. We firmly believe in providing coordinated care where specially trained therapists and medical doctors work together, within the same office, to help patients feel better as quickly as possible. Our experienced and licensed clinicians provide quality services to children, teens, adults and seniors for a wide variety of problems including relationship and family issues, depression, anxiety, fear, loss/ grief, anger, mood swings, eating disorders, chemical dependency, and difficulties in school or at work.
Hello! I am now accepting new clients for morning and early daytime. Although I enjoy working with a diverse population, I have extensive experience helping children, adolescents, and young adults. I also work with adult clients dealing with stress, life transitions, relationship issues, and grief. Need help with parenting? I provide one on one coaching for parents seeking help with parenting strategies, dealing with unruly behavior, discipline, and more. In partnering with my clients, together we will identify problems getting in the way and thoughtfully apply skills to help you improve your everyday life!
Hello! I am now accepting new clients for morning and early daytime. Although I enjoy working with a diverse population, I have extensive experience helping children, adolescents, and young adults. I also work with adult clients dealing with stress, life transitions, relationship issues, and grief. Need help with parenting? I provide one on one coaching for parents seeking help with parenting strategies, dealing with unruly behavior, discipline, and more. In partnering with my clients, together we will identify problems getting in the way and thoughtfully apply skills to help you improve your everyday life!
I have specialized training in grief support, marriage and family issues, and spiritually-based counseling.
Making the decision to seek help and support can be a difficult step, especially when life is challenging and stressful. Mental health issues and poor relationships aren’t something to be afraid of or ignored but are areas where one can discover hidden strengths and opportunities for growth. I desire to build a trusting support system with you and work collaboratively to find realistic goals for healing. As a counselor, I am genuine and caring when listening and providing support to my clients. I desire to offer hope and encouragement toward healing.
I have specialized training in grief support, marriage and family issues, and spiritually-based counseling.
Making the decision to seek help and support can be a difficult step, especially when life is challenging and stressful. Mental health issues and poor relationships aren’t something to be afraid of or ignored but are areas where one can discover hidden strengths and opportunities for growth. I desire to build a trusting support system with you and work collaboratively to find realistic goals for healing. As a counselor, I am genuine and caring when listening and providing support to my clients. I desire to offer hope and encouragement toward healing.
From concerns such as Trauma and Grief & Loss to Stress Management & Change of Life issues we have educated and experienced therapists who can help you achieve your goals.
Depression, Anger, and Frustration can creep up on us without warning. No matter what the challenge, our licensed clinicians can help you gain an understanding of what is happening and implement coping skills to help you feel back in control. Our clients come to us with challenges, including Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Work difficulties, Family Concerns, and Substance Abuse Difficulties. We desire to see each person's goals achieved in a way that helps foster both growth and self-confidence.
From concerns such as Trauma and Grief & Loss to Stress Management & Change of Life issues we have educated and experienced therapists who can help you achieve your goals.
Depression, Anger, and Frustration can creep up on us without warning. No matter what the challenge, our licensed clinicians can help you gain an understanding of what is happening and implement coping skills to help you feel back in control. Our clients come to us with challenges, including Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Work difficulties, Family Concerns, and Substance Abuse Difficulties. We desire to see each person's goals achieved in a way that helps foster both growth and self-confidence.
Crystal Ann Valentine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, SAP, ADHD-SP
Verified Verified
Cleveland, OH 44135
Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations, including children over the age of four, adolescents, adults, veterans, couples, and families, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, SUD, relational difficulties, grief, narcissistic abuse, self-esteem issues, and ADHD coaching.
I am a dedicated MH therapist with extensive experience providing compassionate and effective care to individuals facing various MH challenges. My strong background in trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, couples and family therapy, and Christian-based counseling is a testament to my commitment to this field. I am known for my empathetic nature, strong listening skills, and ability to build meaningful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationships in a safe environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations, including children over the age of four, adolescents, adults, veterans, couples, and families, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, SUD, relational difficulties, grief, narcissistic abuse, self-esteem issues, and ADHD coaching.
I am a dedicated MH therapist with extensive experience providing compassionate and effective care to individuals facing various MH challenges. My strong background in trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, couples and family therapy, and Christian-based counseling is a testament to my commitment to this field. I am known for my empathetic nature, strong listening skills, and ability to build meaningful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationships in a safe environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Many of my clients come to me because they feel overwhelmed with life. It might be related to depression, anxiety, grief, anger, stress, and many other issues. I find that my clients often want someone to be able to hear them, support them in their healing, challenge them in new ways and at the core of it all, just want someone to help them be a better version of themselves. For me, this means that each client is an individual on their own journey and sometimes need someone who thinks a little bit differently than other people they have seen before.
Many of my clients come to me because they feel overwhelmed with life. It might be related to depression, anxiety, grief, anger, stress, and many other issues. I find that my clients often want someone to be able to hear them, support them in their healing, challenge them in new ways and at the core of it all, just want someone to help them be a better version of themselves. For me, this means that each client is an individual on their own journey and sometimes need someone who thinks a little bit differently than other people they have seen before.
Areas of specialization include trauma, separation and loss, attachment & relationships, adoption, emotional & behavioral adjustments, depression, anxiety.
I am compassionate about connecting with others to reduce emotional distress and impact positive healing and growth. It is my intention to provide a warm and accepting therapeutic alliance.
Areas of specialization include trauma, separation and loss, attachment & relationships, adoption, emotional & behavioral adjustments, depression, anxiety.
I am compassionate about connecting with others to reduce emotional distress and impact positive healing and growth. It is my intention to provide a warm and accepting therapeutic alliance.
Amanda Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (Online Only)
I believe that being human is a beautifully imperfect experience. Each of us live lives that are filled with excitement, joy, love, sadness, anger, fear and loss. Sometimes it feels like you have it all together, and other times everything feels out of control and painful – perhaps even too much to bear. Your inner world, your relationships with those you love, your work and school lives, even all of society can feel so heavy. The pain can sometimes be manageable and other times feel overwhelming and isolating. The many roles all of us play as a partner, a family member, and a friend can present challenges.
I believe that being human is a beautifully imperfect experience. Each of us live lives that are filled with excitement, joy, love, sadness, anger, fear and loss. Sometimes it feels like you have it all together, and other times everything feels out of control and painful – perhaps even too much to bear. Your inner world, your relationships with those you love, your work and school lives, even all of society can feel so heavy. The pain can sometimes be manageable and other times feel overwhelming and isolating. The many roles all of us play as a partner, a family member, and a friend can present challenges.
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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.