Grief Therapists in Lebanon, PA
Nikole (Nikki) Klatka
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, PA 17046
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, and adults who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety disorders, working through grief and loss, encountering life transitions, adapting to college, and experiencing relationship difficulties.
Picture it: you walk into the therapy office or sit in your favorite comfy chair to start your Telehealth session. You're identifing your triggers, building coping skills, and decreasing thought patterns that cause you to feel overwhelmed, less-than, and stuck. You're building healthy communication skills, creating and enforcing boundaries, and building trusting, secure attachments. You're overcoming life's challenges with greater ease and feeling more confident. You're learning to be your most authentic self. All of these things can be possible through therapy and I'd love to support you through the process.
I am passionate about working with teens, young adults, and adults who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety disorders, working through grief and loss, encountering life transitions, adapting to college, and experiencing relationship difficulties.
Picture it: you walk into the therapy office or sit in your favorite comfy chair to start your Telehealth session. You're identifing your triggers, building coping skills, and decreasing thought patterns that cause you to feel overwhelmed, less-than, and stuck. You're building healthy communication skills, creating and enforcing boundaries, and building trusting, secure attachments. You're overcoming life's challenges with greater ease and feeling more confident. You're learning to be your most authentic self. All of these things can be possible through therapy and I'd love to support you through the process.
Yasmin E Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lebanon, PA 17042
Waitlist for new clients
My experience includes assisting individuals and couples to navigate life transitions, process grief and loss, manage life stressors, heal from trauma, face aging challenges, and cope with chronic illness.
We all have times in our life when we face struggle, frustration, anguish, and tragedy. These times, while painful and seemingly bleak, can also offer opportunities for profound growth. These times can be used to look within, gain more self-understanding, nurture our resilience, strengthen our confidence, and make choices to better align ourselves with the life we seek to live. By engaging in therapy, you can process your thoughts and emotions; obtain insight and guidance; and define the life you choose to live. With time and effort, you can grow into your unique and beautiful self.
My experience includes assisting individuals and couples to navigate life transitions, process grief and loss, manage life stressors, heal from trauma, face aging challenges, and cope with chronic illness.
We all have times in our life when we face struggle, frustration, anguish, and tragedy. These times, while painful and seemingly bleak, can also offer opportunities for profound growth. These times can be used to look within, gain more self-understanding, nurture our resilience, strengthen our confidence, and make choices to better align ourselves with the life we seek to live. By engaging in therapy, you can process your thoughts and emotions; obtain insight and guidance; and define the life you choose to live. With time and effort, you can grow into your unique and beautiful self.
I can help with many issues including: anxiety, depression, spiritual deconstruction, parenting, ADHD, trauma, abuse, substance abuse, behavior problems, grief, communication difficulties, marriage difficulties, and more.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I have 15 years experience working in mental health. I aspire to create a safe environment for my clients and families and invite you to go on a journey of discovery and healing. Together we will explore your life's most challenging matters and heal the wounds that impact your life. I enjoy working through spiritual issues and can apply biblical principles to your treatment at your request. I am comfortable working with clients from all worldviews, faiths, and orientations. I love my clients and enjoy growing along with them! Looking forward to helping you find your light!
I can help with many issues including: anxiety, depression, spiritual deconstruction, parenting, ADHD, trauma, abuse, substance abuse, behavior problems, grief, communication difficulties, marriage difficulties, and more.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I have 15 years experience working in mental health. I aspire to create a safe environment for my clients and families and invite you to go on a journey of discovery and healing. Together we will explore your life's most challenging matters and heal the wounds that impact your life. I enjoy working through spiritual issues and can apply biblical principles to your treatment at your request. I am comfortable working with clients from all worldviews, faiths, and orientations. I love my clients and enjoy growing along with them! Looking forward to helping you find your light!
Colleen Annmarie Gensemer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lebanon, PA 17046
In helping people who have depression, anxiety, relationship problems, poor self esteem, grief issues, family issues, substance abuse related problems, dual disorders people have found me to be an active therapist using traditional talk therapies, an individual, or couple can work toward change.
A practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.I blend conventional and alternatives approaches, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. I work with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals. I provide a safe environment, in which people can express themself openly.
In helping people who have depression, anxiety, relationship problems, poor self esteem, grief issues, family issues, substance abuse related problems, dual disorders people have found me to be an active therapist using traditional talk therapies, an individual, or couple can work toward change.
A practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.I blend conventional and alternatives approaches, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. I work with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals. I provide a safe environment, in which people can express themself openly.
Stephen Michael Schuch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Lebanon, PA 17042
With over 30 years of clinical practice, extensive continuing education, and an emphasis on what works rather than on what’s wrong, I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each individual, couple, family, and group for whom I provide service. Using proven methods, I am able to offer, among others, supportive, interactional, brief problem-solving, cognitive-behavioral, including trauma focused cognitive-behavioral, and relational psychotherapies. Common themes among my clients are concerns related to relationship difficulties, bereavement, mood disorders including depression, anxiety, childhood behavioral problems, eating disorders, compulsive and additive behaviors, and difficulties related to specific life circumstances.
With over 30 years of clinical practice, extensive continuing education, and an emphasis on what works rather than on what’s wrong, I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each individual, couple, family, and group for whom I provide service. Using proven methods, I am able to offer, among others, supportive, interactional, brief problem-solving, cognitive-behavioral, including trauma focused cognitive-behavioral, and relational psychotherapies. Common themes among my clients are concerns related to relationship difficulties, bereavement, mood disorders including depression, anxiety, childhood behavioral problems, eating disorders, compulsive and additive behaviors, and difficulties related to specific life circumstances.
I teach techniques grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to those who feel they cannot move beyond their grief, fear and anger.
I see my role in therapy as one who serves as a guide for clients as they remove whatever blocks their path to personal growth and healing. We work to determine the sources of why actions intended to fix problems repeatedly fail the objective. Strategies taught during sessions teach people to create their own plan for change. Therapy is provided for those who have endured child and/or adult trauma, those who who are overwhelmed by loss, or those seeking direction as to how to optimistically manage problems and move forward on their own path to personal fulfillment.
I teach techniques grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to those who feel they cannot move beyond their grief, fear and anger.
I see my role in therapy as one who serves as a guide for clients as they remove whatever blocks their path to personal growth and healing. We work to determine the sources of why actions intended to fix problems repeatedly fail the objective. Strategies taught during sessions teach people to create their own plan for change. Therapy is provided for those who have endured child and/or adult trauma, those who who are overwhelmed by loss, or those seeking direction as to how to optimistically manage problems and move forward on their own path to personal fulfillment.
Whole Life Counseling & Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Lebanon, PA 17042
Perhaps your relationships are breaking down due to barriers in communication or a lack of trust between your family or partner. You might have walked through the negative impact of substance abuse, mental illness, financial struggle, or sudden loss. You desire ultimate healing, effective communication, healthy boundaries, & genuine connections, but you're not sure how to start the journey towards wholeness.
Perhaps your relationships are breaking down due to barriers in communication or a lack of trust between your family or partner. You might have walked through the negative impact of substance abuse, mental illness, financial struggle, or sudden loss. You desire ultimate healing, effective communication, healthy boundaries, & genuine connections, but you're not sure how to start the journey towards wholeness.
Christy M. Yohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, PA 17042
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. I am committed to helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, substance use disorders, and various other stresses that affect all of us at some time in our lives. I come from a Strength’s Perspective and believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. I am committed to helping individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, substance use disorders, and various other stresses that affect all of us at some time in our lives. I come from a Strength’s Perspective and believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment.
I work with teens and adults who are in need of outpatient therapy. Treating anxiety is a speciality, which includes: sleep disorders, negative thinking and difficulty concentrating. I use individualized treatment which includes CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. At the beginning of treatment, benchmarks for progress are defined. Frequent goals of treatment include increasing coping skills, flexibility and tools for stress management. Additional information: mindfulcounselingandcoachingservices.com
I work with teens and adults who are in need of outpatient therapy. Treating anxiety is a speciality, which includes: sleep disorders, negative thinking and difficulty concentrating. I use individualized treatment which includes CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. At the beginning of treatment, benchmarks for progress are defined. Frequent goals of treatment include increasing coping skills, flexibility and tools for stress management. Additional information: mindfulcounselingandcoachingservices.com
Connecting with a therapist is a pivotal step to enhancing your emotional well-being, so building a relationship of authenticity and trust that serves as the basis for treatment is my commitment from the start. I aim to create an environment where you feel respected and understood, making it easier to talk openly and find your path to healing. I enjoy supporting teens and adults as they navigate the ups and downs of adolescence and transitions of adulthood. Together, we'll collaborate in a safe space where you can explore your identity, build resilience, and develop the skills for success in today's modern and complex world.
Connecting with a therapist is a pivotal step to enhancing your emotional well-being, so building a relationship of authenticity and trust that serves as the basis for treatment is my commitment from the start. I aim to create an environment where you feel respected and understood, making it easier to talk openly and find your path to healing. I enjoy supporting teens and adults as they navigate the ups and downs of adolescence and transitions of adulthood. Together, we'll collaborate in a safe space where you can explore your identity, build resilience, and develop the skills for success in today's modern and complex world.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 34 years in the mental health field. I have been in private practice for 29 years. I have worked with clients of all ages and socioeconomic groups. I provide Individual, Couples/Marital and Family Therapy.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with over 34 years in the mental health field. I have been in private practice for 29 years. I have worked with clients of all ages and socioeconomic groups. I provide Individual, Couples/Marital and Family Therapy.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lebanon, PA 17042
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Kelly Ozelski LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lebanon, PA 17042
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for considering working with me as your therapist. Whom ever you decide to choose I wish you comfort and growth in your life. I am open and curious to work with a wide variety of clients and situations. I work hard to collaborate with every person that comes to me for support. My desire is to creatively and competently explore the issues that create unbalance and difficulty in your life, and help you develop the awareness and skills to address and honor these areas of conflict and tension.
Thank you for considering working with me as your therapist. Whom ever you decide to choose I wish you comfort and growth in your life. I am open and curious to work with a wide variety of clients and situations. I work hard to collaborate with every person that comes to me for support. My desire is to creatively and competently explore the issues that create unbalance and difficulty in your life, and help you develop the awareness and skills to address and honor these areas of conflict and tension.
Jordan E Cupelli Knight
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CAADC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lebanon, PA 17042
Accepting new clients in person and telehealth. Immediate openings. Contact by email is preferred. Flexible scheduling available. I am a helper who loves treating other helpers. If you are struggling with any emotional, social, family or personal challenges, I am the clinician for you. My clients love my authentic, caring, and friendly approach to therapy. I am optimistic about treating people who struggle with depression, anxiety, burnout, compassion fatigue, and codependency. I have a long background in treating clients with co-occurring/ dual issues and specialize in treating those impacted by trauma and/or addiction.
Accepting new clients in person and telehealth. Immediate openings. Contact by email is preferred. Flexible scheduling available. I am a helper who loves treating other helpers. If you are struggling with any emotional, social, family or personal challenges, I am the clinician for you. My clients love my authentic, caring, and friendly approach to therapy. I am optimistic about treating people who struggle with depression, anxiety, burnout, compassion fatigue, and codependency. I have a long background in treating clients with co-occurring/ dual issues and specialize in treating those impacted by trauma and/or addiction.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes attachment and somatic experiences, building strong relationships with clients to connect mind and body, allowing for meaningful transformation, aligned with the autonomic nervous system perspective in our lived experience. "The autonomic nervous system is at the heart of our lived experience" - Deb Dana.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes attachment and somatic experiences, building strong relationships with clients to connect mind and body, allowing for meaningful transformation, aligned with the autonomic nervous system perspective in our lived experience. "The autonomic nervous system is at the heart of our lived experience" - Deb Dana.
Hello. I am Stephen Boren, PsyD, a licensed psychologist in PA. I help clients to understand themselves better, i.e. when did your difficulties start; what prompted the issues you know struggle with. I am a very compassionate and down-to-earth therapist. I believe a comfortable relationship with your therapist is a major aspect of what makes for good outcomes. While my underlying theoretical approach is psychodynamic, I do not cling to any theory while doing therapy. In the first session, I ask clients what they would like to get out of therapy and make suggestions as well for areas of focus. With my client, I monitor progress.
Hello. I am Stephen Boren, PsyD, a licensed psychologist in PA. I help clients to understand themselves better, i.e. when did your difficulties start; what prompted the issues you know struggle with. I am a very compassionate and down-to-earth therapist. I believe a comfortable relationship with your therapist is a major aspect of what makes for good outcomes. While my underlying theoretical approach is psychodynamic, I do not cling to any theory while doing therapy. In the first session, I ask clients what they would like to get out of therapy and make suggestions as well for areas of focus. With my client, I monitor progress.
Beverly Swiadas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lebanon, PA 17042
I received my Master's degree from Villanova University in Counseling and Human Relations, and my undergraduate degree from Lebanon Valley College in Psychology. I am currently licensed as a Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I have over 20 years of counseling experience with individuals of all ages in industrial/organizational, career/vocational development, mental health and addictions settings.
I received my Master's degree from Villanova University in Counseling and Human Relations, and my undergraduate degree from Lebanon Valley College in Psychology. I am currently licensed as a Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I have over 20 years of counseling experience with individuals of all ages in industrial/organizational, career/vocational development, mental health and addictions settings.
Jeffrey D Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, MSSA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, PA 17042
I value the relationship within the counseling experience. I value your story. I provide a unique perspective on counseling. I am both a clinical social worker and ordained minister. Certified by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, I am trained to integrate your values and beliefs in your work. I am trained to both provide the clinical skills you need, and to integrate a deeper understanding of your faith and values. I have expertise in severe mental illness and am LGBT friendly. I have completed Level 3 of Gottman Theory Training, and am a leader in the Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work program.
I value the relationship within the counseling experience. I value your story. I provide a unique perspective on counseling. I am both a clinical social worker and ordained minister. Certified by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, I am trained to integrate your values and beliefs in your work. I am trained to both provide the clinical skills you need, and to integrate a deeper understanding of your faith and values. I have expertise in severe mental illness and am LGBT friendly. I have completed Level 3 of Gottman Theory Training, and am a leader in the Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work program.
James D Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lebanon, PA 17042
Life presents each of us with a unique journey. As a counselor I join with you to support growth, work through difficulties and create successful outcomes. I take a systemic approach in my counseling and journey with individuals, couples, and families. Systemic therapy addresses people both at the individual level, as well as taking into account broader relationships, patterns, and generational context.
Life presents each of us with a unique journey. As a counselor I join with you to support growth, work through difficulties and create successful outcomes. I take a systemic approach in my counseling and journey with individuals, couples, and families. Systemic therapy addresses people both at the individual level, as well as taking into account broader relationships, patterns, and generational context.
Debra Lynn Thompson-Knepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CCPG
Verified Verified
Lebanon, PA 17042
Debra Thompson-Knepper has over 20 years experience working with people who have mental illness and addictions. She believes that it is the therapist's responsibility to have as many therapeutic tools as possible to share with clients to help them achieve their goals. Whether it's development of insight to know the self better and live more successfully or targeted therapy to address a specific marital or individual issue, Debbie shares all her knowledge and tools for your success. Good therapy is built on the client's relationship with the therapist and this is the foundation of all growth.
Debra Thompson-Knepper has over 20 years experience working with people who have mental illness and addictions. She believes that it is the therapist's responsibility to have as many therapeutic tools as possible to share with clients to help them achieve their goals. Whether it's development of insight to know the self better and live more successfully or targeted therapy to address a specific marital or individual issue, Debbie shares all her knowledge and tools for your success. Good therapy is built on the client's relationship with the therapist and this is the foundation of all growth.
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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.