Grief Therapists in Ohio
Elizabeth Ming
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Chester, OH 45069
My focus areas are adults seeking support for anxiety, existential issues, grief, chronic illness, caregiver issues, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, & trauma.
My approach to therapy is as unique as you. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship by getting to know you, your story, what you value, and what you find meaningful. We work together to get to the core of the issue you’d like to address and listen for the deepest voice within you. I partner with you in helping you to navigate the realities and limitations of being human while also embracing the freedom to choose how to live your life, align with your values, live in the present, and find meaning.
My focus areas are adults seeking support for anxiety, existential issues, grief, chronic illness, caregiver issues, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, & trauma.
My approach to therapy is as unique as you. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship by getting to know you, your story, what you value, and what you find meaningful. We work together to get to the core of the issue you’d like to address and listen for the deepest voice within you. I partner with you in helping you to navigate the realities and limitations of being human while also embracing the freedom to choose how to live your life, align with your values, live in the present, and find meaning.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Disability, Career, College & University, Theology, & Groups.
My top priority is to help my clients reach their goals and to become better connected with themselves and their community. I will work collaboratively in treatment with you to improve your well-being and health using an integrated counseling model with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. No matter what your goals are, I believe we can work together to achieve the life you want. I relish the opportunity to help you bloom where you are planted and to create a safe space for you to grow and flourish in your life.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Disability, Career, College & University, Theology, & Groups.
My top priority is to help my clients reach their goals and to become better connected with themselves and their community. I will work collaboratively in treatment with you to improve your well-being and health using an integrated counseling model with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. No matter what your goals are, I believe we can work together to achieve the life you want. I relish the opportunity to help you bloom where you are planted and to create a safe space for you to grow and flourish in your life.
Dr. Noriyo Shoji-Schaffner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Perrysburg, OH 43551
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief? Are you ready to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to improve your well-being by being open to asking tough questions, tackling big issues, and pursuing outcomes with perseverance? My goal is to provide support in improving relationships, managing stress, overcoming trauma, adopting healthier coping skills, & embracing fulfilling life options. My 15 years of clinical experience as a racial/ethnic minority practitioner has allowed me to cultivate expertise to assist racial/ethnic minority groups.
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief? Are you ready to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to improve your well-being by being open to asking tough questions, tackling big issues, and pursuing outcomes with perseverance? My goal is to provide support in improving relationships, managing stress, overcoming trauma, adopting healthier coping skills, & embracing fulfilling life options. My 15 years of clinical experience as a racial/ethnic minority practitioner has allowed me to cultivate expertise to assist racial/ethnic minority groups.
I have experience working with individuals struggling with grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, sexual issues, addiction, and life transitions. I currently practice in a private practice setting in Ohio. Prior to moving into private practice, I worked in an outpatient substance-use treatment facility and also have experience in a university setting providing mental health services to college students.
I have experience working with individuals struggling with grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, self-harm, sexual issues, addiction, and life transitions. I currently practice in a private practice setting in Ohio. Prior to moving into private practice, I worked in an outpatient substance-use treatment facility and also have experience in a university setting providing mental health services to college students.
Dr. Noriyo Shoji-Schaffner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief? Are you ready to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to improve your well-being by being open to asking tough questions, tackling big issues, and pursuing outcomes with perseverance? My goal is to provide support in improving relationships, managing stress, overcoming trauma, adopting healthier coping skills, & embracing fulfilling life options. My 15 years of clinical experience as a racial/ethnic minority practitioner has allowed me to cultivate expertise to assist racial/ethnic minority groups.
Are you navigating personality disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety & depression, marital & familial conflicts, & grief? Are you ready to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to improve your well-being by being open to asking tough questions, tackling big issues, and pursuing outcomes with perseverance? My goal is to provide support in improving relationships, managing stress, overcoming trauma, adopting healthier coping skills, & embracing fulfilling life options. My 15 years of clinical experience as a racial/ethnic minority practitioner has allowed me to cultivate expertise to assist racial/ethnic minority groups.
Hello, my name is Mary! I am a licensed therapist that specializes in trauma, grief and loss. I am EMDR trained; and offer EMDR sessions as well as EMDR intensive where we design an individualized program to fit your specific needs. I have been working with clients and families for over 20 years and feel I bring a seasoned, openminded approach into the therapeutic setting.
Hello, my name is Mary! I am a licensed therapist that specializes in trauma, grief and loss. I am EMDR trained; and offer EMDR sessions as well as EMDR intensive where we design an individualized program to fit your specific needs. I have been working with clients and families for over 20 years and feel I bring a seasoned, openminded approach into the therapeutic setting.
Are you feeling anxious, unfulfilled, or empty? Have you suffered a loss and need help rediscovering joy? Do you want to live a happier, healthier, more balanced life? If you are looking for an experienced and genuine counselor who desires to help you from a holistic perspective, it's time to schedule an appointment at Moving Forward Counseling Services. Here you will learn to inhale the future and exhale the past! Located close to a beautiful park, you can experience nature based counseling or seek help in a quaint historic office building. Either way, you will find compassion, encouragement, and support on your journey.
Are you feeling anxious, unfulfilled, or empty? Have you suffered a loss and need help rediscovering joy? Do you want to live a happier, healthier, more balanced life? If you are looking for an experienced and genuine counselor who desires to help you from a holistic perspective, it's time to schedule an appointment at Moving Forward Counseling Services. Here you will learn to inhale the future and exhale the past! Located close to a beautiful park, you can experience nature based counseling or seek help in a quaint historic office building. Either way, you will find compassion, encouragement, and support on your journey.
Particularly when it comes to issues of isolation due to sexuality, spiritual trauma/manipulation, and loss of faith in the midst of a tragedy.
What do you do the day after you realize your life will never be the same? Trauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. There are many types of situations that can be traumatic to a person. It can be overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating. I walk with you during some of the most challenging transitions in life. Together, we journey to get you grounded, help you focus on what is important to you and provide tools that facilitate healing. We find the answers in your story of how you got to where you are and where you would like to be.
Particularly when it comes to issues of isolation due to sexuality, spiritual trauma/manipulation, and loss of faith in the midst of a tragedy.
What do you do the day after you realize your life will never be the same? Trauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. There are many types of situations that can be traumatic to a person. It can be overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating. I walk with you during some of the most challenging transitions in life. Together, we journey to get you grounded, help you focus on what is important to you and provide tools that facilitate healing. We find the answers in your story of how you got to where you are and where you would like to be.
Rebecca S Hyldahl
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, BSN, RN
Verified Verified
Blue Ash, OH 45242
If trauma, a life transition, a personal or relationship crisis, a loss, or difficulties with depression or anxiety is causing you to struggle with functioning in a happy and healthy way, let’s talk.
Life changes. Some life changes can be anticipated or predicted; some occur spontaneously, without notice or warning. Regardless of how they occur, all require adaptation and adjustment to what is different or new. We seldom have much difficulty with small changes—those that don’t disrupt a familiar lifestyle or a solid sense of self. Other life changes can be more challenging, sometimes making navigation from the present uncertain, frightening, and maybe even overwhelming. The counseling process can promote successful transitioning and significant personal growth in the course of life changes.
If trauma, a life transition, a personal or relationship crisis, a loss, or difficulties with depression or anxiety is causing you to struggle with functioning in a happy and healthy way, let’s talk.
Life changes. Some life changes can be anticipated or predicted; some occur spontaneously, without notice or warning. Regardless of how they occur, all require adaptation and adjustment to what is different or new. We seldom have much difficulty with small changes—those that don’t disrupt a familiar lifestyle or a solid sense of self. Other life changes can be more challenging, sometimes making navigation from the present uncertain, frightening, and maybe even overwhelming. The counseling process can promote successful transitioning and significant personal growth in the course of life changes.
Lorran Upchurch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toledo, OH 43623
I have experience in many specialities including grief/ bereavement, work performance, co-dependency recovery, family conflict, foster care/ adoption, women's issues, caregiver fatigue, parenting challenges, Christian/ faith based therapy, and emotional/ mood disorders.
Depression, trauma, and uncontrollable fear/anxiety can wreak havoc on your life and make it challenging to even complete ordinary tasks. But, with a renewed perspective, problems solved, eliminated barriers, and hope I will help you identify and overcome the issues standing in your way. I offer a relaxing and safe environment where we will find a unique, personalized way to achieve your goals. I use a blend of techniques from various therapeutic approaches.
I have experience in many specialities including grief/ bereavement, work performance, co-dependency recovery, family conflict, foster care/ adoption, women's issues, caregiver fatigue, parenting challenges, Christian/ faith based therapy, and emotional/ mood disorders.
Depression, trauma, and uncontrollable fear/anxiety can wreak havoc on your life and make it challenging to even complete ordinary tasks. But, with a renewed perspective, problems solved, eliminated barriers, and hope I will help you identify and overcome the issues standing in your way. I offer a relaxing and safe environment where we will find a unique, personalized way to achieve your goals. I use a blend of techniques from various therapeutic approaches.
Brenda Pinson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45414 (Online Only)
Her areas of specialty include but are not limited to anger management, anxiety, depression, grief, LGBTQ+ concerns, mood disorders, relaxation, stress management and life transitions.
Brenda Pinson received her Master of Science in Education and Allied Professions from the University of Dayton. She also holds a bachelor's degree in education from Morehead State University. She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory Endorsement (LPCC-S) in the state of Ohio. Her previous experience includes work in community settings with a wide range of age groups, both individually and in groups. Her theoretical approach is strengths-based with an emphasis on utilizing positive psychology, identifying character strengths, and is tailored to meet client needs.
Her areas of specialty include but are not limited to anger management, anxiety, depression, grief, LGBTQ+ concerns, mood disorders, relaxation, stress management and life transitions.
Brenda Pinson received her Master of Science in Education and Allied Professions from the University of Dayton. She also holds a bachelor's degree in education from Morehead State University. She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory Endorsement (LPCC-S) in the state of Ohio. Her previous experience includes work in community settings with a wide range of age groups, both individually and in groups. Her theoretical approach is strengths-based with an emphasis on utilizing positive psychology, identifying character strengths, and is tailored to meet client needs.
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Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worthington, OH 43085
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Finding a counselor can be a difficult and frustrating process but it's worth the effort if you find the right match. My goal is to create an environment that you feel safe to share your story and the thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. I believe the counseling process is about YOU - at this point - on the timeline of your life's journey. My desire is to help you process and alleviate your emotional distress so you may discover a sense of clarity, freedom & renewed outlook on your life and relationships. www.restorecounsel.com
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Finding a counselor can be a difficult and frustrating process but it's worth the effort if you find the right match. My goal is to create an environment that you feel safe to share your story and the thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. I believe the counseling process is about YOU - at this point - on the timeline of your life's journey. My desire is to help you process and alleviate your emotional distress so you may discover a sense of clarity, freedom & renewed outlook on your life and relationships. www.restorecounsel.com
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Alison has taught courses at the University of Dayton as an adjunct professor – “Perspectives on Aging” and “ Death, Dying & Suicide.
Alison Eskander is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Ohio who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master’s Degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Dayton. Prior to joining LifeStance Health, Alison worked for six years in hospice and palliative care, helping terminally or chronically ill patients cope with their conditions and prognoses. She also provided grief counseling for their loved ones. This included sessions with individuals, couples, and families that needed to settle conflict and reach closure.
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Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43212
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I work with clients of all ages, however, I have a special interest in working with teens and young adults. I support clients navigating a variety of needs including grief, PTSD, trauma, attachment wounds, relationship challenges, life transitions, women's issues, anxiety, and depression. I am dedicated to walking with my clients in their healing, and emphasize creating a non-judgmental, collaborative space.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waynesville, OH 45068
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Are you experiencing abuse, addictions, anxiety, depression, bereavement/ grief/ loss, low self-esteem, hopelessness, identity crisis, unexpected career changes, teen-pregnancy or trauma? Then allow me to come along beside you to help you transition into your "new normal" and to help coach and encourage you into a new way of thinking and living! I offer an eclectic, client-centered, holistic approach while addressing the "symptoms/behaviors" and never criticizing the person as a unique human being. You will be provided therapeutic counseling services in a safe "non-judgmental free-zone," supportive and confidential environment.
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.
Some of the presenting issues I have successfully treated, have been, but not limited to; ADHD, Anxiety, Child Abuse/Neglect, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Military Deployment/Reintegration Concerns and PTSD.
Everyone has experienced emotional distress at some point in his or her life. A good indicator of when it's time to seek professional help, is when stress becomes overwhelming and unmanageable. Recognizing that you need help is the first step toward restoring a healthy life balance.
Some of the presenting issues I have successfully treated, have been, but not limited to; ADHD, Anxiety, Child Abuse/Neglect, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Military Deployment/Reintegration Concerns and PTSD.
Everyone has experienced emotional distress at some point in his or her life. A good indicator of when it's time to seek professional help, is when stress becomes overwhelming and unmanageable. Recognizing that you need help is the first step toward restoring a healthy life balance.
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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.