Grief Therapists in Darby, PA
Jennifer Bergstresser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, trauma, or loss and help people adapt to change.
Counseling in a safe space to identify and explore the things that keep you stuck and prevent you from living the life you want to lead. A safe non-judgmental environment will allow you to find or enhance motivation for change and identify choices that may have been overlooked or seen as not being possible in the past. Many people entering therapy are overwhelmed or find themselves at a crossroads in life when they need to adapt to new circumstances or adjust to uncomfortable changes in employment, relationships, or loss.
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, trauma, or loss and help people adapt to change.
Counseling in a safe space to identify and explore the things that keep you stuck and prevent you from living the life you want to lead. A safe non-judgmental environment will allow you to find or enhance motivation for change and identify choices that may have been overlooked or seen as not being possible in the past. Many people entering therapy are overwhelmed or find themselves at a crossroads in life when they need to adapt to new circumstances or adjust to uncomfortable changes in employment, relationships, or loss.
Chesy A Tronchoni Bello
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
Taking new clients! I'm a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor, Board-Certified Music Therapist, and yoga teacher. I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, and identity development. I'm passionate about working with people from different cultures across the lifespan, especially women, young adults, first and second generation immigrants, and the LGBTQIA community. I understand how tricky finding the right therapist for you can be. I'd love to make this process as smooth and easy as possible for you so you can focus more on your growth and healing.
Taking new clients! I'm a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor, Board-Certified Music Therapist, and yoga teacher. I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, and identity development. I'm passionate about working with people from different cultures across the lifespan, especially women, young adults, first and second generation immigrants, and the LGBTQIA community. I understand how tricky finding the right therapist for you can be. I'd love to make this process as smooth and easy as possible for you so you can focus more on your growth and healing.
Mark Stoltz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
Are you feeling that you have lost your way in the midst of your current circumstances? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed or anxious. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship concerns, loss, or unresolved issues from your background. As a therapist I love working with people and I have over 35 years of experience in assisting others with various life issues. I am skilled at assisting you in identifying what you are thinking and feeling as we work together to come up with strategies for your wellness. if you struggle with critical self-talk and perfectionism, please know that there is help available.
Are you feeling that you have lost your way in the midst of your current circumstances? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed or anxious. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship concerns, loss, or unresolved issues from your background. As a therapist I love working with people and I have over 35 years of experience in assisting others with various life issues. I am skilled at assisting you in identifying what you are thinking and feeling as we work together to come up with strategies for your wellness. if you struggle with critical self-talk and perfectionism, please know that there is help available.
I specialize in two evidenced based trauma models as well as anger management, behavioral interventions for children and youth, evidenced-based parenting support, family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral techniques and traumatic grief therapy.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor from Pennsylvania. I enjoy working with people in each stage of the lifespan. I have experience working with children and teens who are at risk as well as their parents/caregivers and the family unit as a whole. I also specialize in trauma informed care for people of all ages. I look forward to meeting you where you are and walking a bit of your journey with you.
I specialize in two evidenced based trauma models as well as anger management, behavioral interventions for children and youth, evidenced-based parenting support, family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral techniques and traumatic grief therapy.
Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor from Pennsylvania. I enjoy working with people in each stage of the lifespan. I have experience working with children and teens who are at risk as well as their parents/caregivers and the family unit as a whole. I also specialize in trauma informed care for people of all ages. I look forward to meeting you where you are and walking a bit of your journey with you.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania. I received my Master's Degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and have been practicing for 26 years. I love working with adults and older adults process loss, grief, and difficult experiences, which enables them to reclaim their life and become their best selves. I love to support LGBTQ persons to thrive. I also love to help people find support and grounding in their unique sense of spirituality.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania. I received my Master's Degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and have been practicing for 26 years. I love working with adults and older adults process loss, grief, and difficult experiences, which enables them to reclaim their life and become their best selves. I love to support LGBTQ persons to thrive. I also love to help people find support and grounding in their unique sense of spirituality.
SMF Therapy and Consultation Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
Hii.. My name is Samantha and I specialize in treatment for children, adolescents and families. My exposure to varied aspects of Behavioral Health, allows me to better understand appropriate levels of care and interventions necessary for support from intake to discharge. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which is used with individuals to process past trauma. I have worked intensively with families in the home, school and community setting to help support the identified goals/objectives
Hii.. My name is Samantha and I specialize in treatment for children, adolescents and families. My exposure to varied aspects of Behavioral Health, allows me to better understand appropriate levels of care and interventions necessary for support from intake to discharge. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which is used with individuals to process past trauma. I have worked intensively with families in the home, school and community setting to help support the identified goals/objectives
Molly Samalio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
When I was in grad school I was asked this question: why do you want to do therapy? My answer was immediate: "I want to alleviate suffering!" A more experienced clinician shared a perplexing truth with me: sometimes you can't, you can just sit with the person through it. Over the years I have been honored to hold space for my clients to share their stories of courage and pain. I started to see what she meant, and revised my motto: I want to alleviate suffering and when I can’t I want to create a soft place to land.
When I was in grad school I was asked this question: why do you want to do therapy? My answer was immediate: "I want to alleviate suffering!" A more experienced clinician shared a perplexing truth with me: sometimes you can't, you can just sit with the person through it. Over the years I have been honored to hold space for my clients to share their stories of courage and pain. I started to see what she meant, and revised my motto: I want to alleviate suffering and when I can’t I want to create a soft place to land.
Colleen Contrisciane
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
If you're looking for real, I have you covered! Congratulations on taking the brave dive into therapy and improving your life. I am excited about helping you reach your goals. My identity as a therapist is very much grounded in the many years I spent in education. I often see myself as an educator when working with clients, and I believe that helping you learn concrete skills and tools in therapy are at the core of what you need to heal and take good care of yourself. When you leave each session with me, you can expect to have a take away tool that you can start using immediately to positively impact your mental health.
If you're looking for real, I have you covered! Congratulations on taking the brave dive into therapy and improving your life. I am excited about helping you reach your goals. My identity as a therapist is very much grounded in the many years I spent in education. I often see myself as an educator when working with clients, and I believe that helping you learn concrete skills and tools in therapy are at the core of what you need to heal and take good care of yourself. When you leave each session with me, you can expect to have a take away tool that you can start using immediately to positively impact your mental health.
Danielle Bills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing psychotherapy in Pennsylvania. I am based in Chester County and have worked in the area for over a decade. I’ve worked with people from all walks of life and, although we all have differences, one thing that connects us is our need to feel supported and heard while going through periods of change and transition. As a psychotherapist my specialties include anxiety and depressive disorders, healing from trauma/ PTSD including working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, and women’s health with a focus on perinatal and maternal mental health.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing psychotherapy in Pennsylvania. I am based in Chester County and have worked in the area for over a decade. I’ve worked with people from all walks of life and, although we all have differences, one thing that connects us is our need to feel supported and heard while going through periods of change and transition. As a psychotherapist my specialties include anxiety and depressive disorders, healing from trauma/ PTSD including working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, and women’s health with a focus on perinatal and maternal mental health.
Do you every feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or have low self-esteem? Does it affect the relationships around you? I help teens and adults work on strengthening relationships, emotional regulation as well as enhancing social/coping skills. We will work together through this journey of overcoming barriers and empowering yourself in making positive changes. We will use a humanistic approach to therapy that focuses on you as a person and how we can maximize your potential. Together we can build a good therapeutic relationship, identify barriers, and learn new skills/develop a treatment journey that works best for you.
Do you every feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or have low self-esteem? Does it affect the relationships around you? I help teens and adults work on strengthening relationships, emotional regulation as well as enhancing social/coping skills. We will work together through this journey of overcoming barriers and empowering yourself in making positive changes. We will use a humanistic approach to therapy that focuses on you as a person and how we can maximize your potential. Together we can build a good therapeutic relationship, identify barriers, and learn new skills/develop a treatment journey that works best for you.
I believe in time; everyone can transform their life into one that is filled with meaning and purpose. When faced with unfavorable or traumatic life experiences, these events change our perception of self, the world and challenge our growth. I seek to empower my clients to recognize their strengths and utilize their naturally acquired resilience to change the narratives governing their lives to facilitate transformation and healing. I am an empathetic, compassionate and human clinician. This quality makes it easy for me to provide a safe space for my clients to share themselves vulnerably and authentically without feeling judged.
I believe in time; everyone can transform their life into one that is filled with meaning and purpose. When faced with unfavorable or traumatic life experiences, these events change our perception of self, the world and challenge our growth. I seek to empower my clients to recognize their strengths and utilize their naturally acquired resilience to change the narratives governing their lives to facilitate transformation and healing. I am an empathetic, compassionate and human clinician. This quality makes it easy for me to provide a safe space for my clients to share themselves vulnerably and authentically without feeling judged.
Melissa Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Darby, PA 19023 (Online Only)
Dr. Collins is a licensed therapist (LPC) and national certified gambling counselor with over 20 years of experience in mental health and addictions counseling. Holding a doctorate in counseling psychology, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her private practice. With a client-centered approach, Dr. Collins is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and work towards personal growth and healing. Her extensive experience and training enable her to tailor treatment plans to each individual's unique needs and goals.
Dr. Collins is a licensed therapist (LPC) and national certified gambling counselor with over 20 years of experience in mental health and addictions counseling. Holding a doctorate in counseling psychology, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her private practice. With a client-centered approach, Dr. Collins is dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and work towards personal growth and healing. Her extensive experience and training enable her to tailor treatment plans to each individual's unique needs and goals.
I am a licensed professional counselor with experience working with individuals to help them with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationships, and interpersonal issues across their life. I mainly work with individuals, one-on-one, but have worked with couples and families, and troubled populations like youth on probation. My goal is to help individuals find a balance in their life where they are able to reduce their mental health stress/impact, and their overall life stress, by establishing and implementing healthy balance, coping skills, and boundaries in their life to improve not only their life, but their sense of self.
I am a licensed professional counselor with experience working with individuals to help them with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationships, and interpersonal issues across their life. I mainly work with individuals, one-on-one, but have worked with couples and families, and troubled populations like youth on probation. My goal is to help individuals find a balance in their life where they are able to reduce their mental health stress/impact, and their overall life stress, by establishing and implementing healthy balance, coping skills, and boundaries in their life to improve not only their life, but their sense of self.
Hi, my name is Sarah Kushnir, I am a LCSW and have been working in mental health for the past decade. I believe in teaching skills to patients so they are well-equipped to be able to process their thoughts and feelings, to be able to thrive in their world. It is important to walk with the patient on their healing journey and allow them to be the guide for treatment.
Hi, my name is Sarah Kushnir, I am a LCSW and have been working in mental health for the past decade. I believe in teaching skills to patients so they are well-equipped to be able to process their thoughts and feelings, to be able to thrive in their world. It is important to walk with the patient on their healing journey and allow them to be the guide for treatment.
I am Suzi Hartzell, the founder of Anchored, Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania, with an in-person site based practice as well as an online platform through Grow Therapy. I am on a personal mission to promote positive mental health, healthy individual/family relationships, and thriving communities supporting various clients with diverse needs. I am specifically trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) through the Beck Institute, but well versed in several treatment modialities and as always my approach is based on each individuals needs.
I am Suzi Hartzell, the founder of Anchored, Counseling & Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania, with an in-person site based practice as well as an online platform through Grow Therapy. I am on a personal mission to promote positive mental health, healthy individual/family relationships, and thriving communities supporting various clients with diverse needs. I am specifically trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) through the Beck Institute, but well versed in several treatment modialities and as always my approach is based on each individuals needs.
Meagan specializes in working with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression and/or the emotional and physical impact of trauma, healthy boundary setting, self-esteem and healthy communication patterns. Meagan aspires to practice what she preaches. She values honesty, respect, and boundaries. Meagan believes in the importance of self-care and often applies a holistic approach to wellness in her work. As a clinician, Meagan highly values the importance of growth, cultural awareness, and incorporating one’s unique individual background into treatment.
Meagan specializes in working with individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression and/or the emotional and physical impact of trauma, healthy boundary setting, self-esteem and healthy communication patterns. Meagan aspires to practice what she preaches. She values honesty, respect, and boundaries. Meagan believes in the importance of self-care and often applies a holistic approach to wellness in her work. As a clinician, Meagan highly values the importance of growth, cultural awareness, and incorporating one’s unique individual background into treatment.
My name is Tamika Johnson-Ogbu and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma informed therapy, reality therapy and motivational interviewing. I have also earned a Masters in Divinity where I have received a solid knowledge of pastoral care and Christian counseling. My focus is on the whole person, body, soul and spirit. My aim is to help you regain a sense of hope for your life that is found in Jesus Christ.
My name is Tamika Johnson-Ogbu and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma informed therapy, reality therapy and motivational interviewing. I have also earned a Masters in Divinity where I have received a solid knowledge of pastoral care and Christian counseling. My focus is on the whole person, body, soul and spirit. My aim is to help you regain a sense of hope for your life that is found in Jesus Christ.
My name is Susan. I have been practicing, in Pennsylvania for 25 years. I have my LCSW. The bulk of my career was spent in an atypical long term care facility. Clients ranged from 18 to 100 with a myriad of mental health challenges. In this setting, I provided one to one therapy and facilitated groups. Group work consisted of anger management, chronic illness and improving interpersonal skills. Going into private practice, my role in the partnership is the provision of a judgment free environment where we can strategize, addressing and overcoming the many challenges we all face.
My name is Susan. I have been practicing, in Pennsylvania for 25 years. I have my LCSW. The bulk of my career was spent in an atypical long term care facility. Clients ranged from 18 to 100 with a myriad of mental health challenges. In this setting, I provided one to one therapy and facilitated groups. Group work consisted of anger management, chronic illness and improving interpersonal skills. Going into private practice, my role in the partnership is the provision of a judgment free environment where we can strategize, addressing and overcoming the many challenges we all face.
Eileen has worked in Human Services since 1995 and has 22 years of experience as a Mental Health Therapist. She has extensive experience and training in trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as other diagnoses. Her work utilizes many modalities but what she finds to be the most important is understanding where people are in their lives through actively listening to people's experience, being supportive and identifying what works best for each person. This creates a safe environment where people feel heard, accepted and validated..
Eileen has worked in Human Services since 1995 and has 22 years of experience as a Mental Health Therapist. She has extensive experience and training in trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as other diagnoses. Her work utilizes many modalities but what she finds to be the most important is understanding where people are in their lives through actively listening to people's experience, being supportive and identifying what works best for each person. This creates a safe environment where people feel heard, accepted and validated..
Meagan Brown is a native of Canada, and has resided and raised her family in Erie PA for the past 20 years. She is a licensed professional counselor with a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Gannon University. Meagan aspires to practice what she preaches. She values honesty, respect and boundaries.
Meagan Brown is a native of Canada, and has resided and raised her family in Erie PA for the past 20 years. She is a licensed professional counselor with a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Gannon University. Meagan aspires to practice what she preaches. She values honesty, respect and boundaries.
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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.