Grief Therapists in Southwark, Philadelphia, PA
Katie Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (Online Only)
My areas of specialty include grief, self-doubt, recovery from trauma and conflict resolution.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, or held back by painful experiences from the past, you do not have to face life's challenges alone. I view therapy as a collaborative process which is built upon openness, understanding, and hope. I believe the most important relationship you have is with yourself. Therefore, my work with clients centers around developing a healthy sense of self in order to manage life’s difficulties more easily. My goal is to provide an environment where you will feel safe to express yourself, to be heard, to heal, and to explore the possibilities for making lasting changes.
My areas of specialty include grief, self-doubt, recovery from trauma and conflict resolution.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, or held back by painful experiences from the past, you do not have to face life's challenges alone. I view therapy as a collaborative process which is built upon openness, understanding, and hope. I believe the most important relationship you have is with yourself. Therefore, my work with clients centers around developing a healthy sense of self in order to manage life’s difficulties more easily. My goal is to provide an environment where you will feel safe to express yourself, to be heard, to heal, and to explore the possibilities for making lasting changes.
I work primarily with adults who present a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief/ bereavement, stress management, college adjustment, and life transitions.
People decide to start therapy for a variety of reasons - depression and anxiety, ending of a relationship, a major life transition or self discovery, just to name a few. Whatever your personal reasons are to begin therapy, I believe that the process of therapy along with the therapeutic relationship serve as the vehicle to help you reach your goals. Based on your unique needs, we create a therapy treatment plan together. By creating a safe and non-judgmental space, I then work with you in a collaborative manner to help you identify your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and discover how these three influence each other.
I work primarily with adults who present a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief/ bereavement, stress management, college adjustment, and life transitions.
People decide to start therapy for a variety of reasons - depression and anxiety, ending of a relationship, a major life transition or self discovery, just to name a few. Whatever your personal reasons are to begin therapy, I believe that the process of therapy along with the therapeutic relationship serve as the vehicle to help you reach your goals. Based on your unique needs, we create a therapy treatment plan together. By creating a safe and non-judgmental space, I then work with you in a collaborative manner to help you identify your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors and discover how these three influence each other.
Michelle Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
I also work with clients struggling with complicated grief over the loss of a pet/companion animal as these losses are sometimes hard to grieve.
I think of the therapeutic relationship as a workshop where clients can plan, tinker, experiment, test, and refine parts of themselves, their relationships, and their lives with my unwavering support. It's a place and time where we can collaborate on what might need to change, what tools are necessary for the task, and on the ways it might begin to unfold. I create and hold a safe place for clients to ponder, practice, and consider change-- especially when they struggle to maintain that space for themselves. As a trauma informed practitioner, I am able to ground and contain intense affect to help clients feel held.
I also work with clients struggling with complicated grief over the loss of a pet/companion animal as these losses are sometimes hard to grieve.
I think of the therapeutic relationship as a workshop where clients can plan, tinker, experiment, test, and refine parts of themselves, their relationships, and their lives with my unwavering support. It's a place and time where we can collaborate on what might need to change, what tools are necessary for the task, and on the ways it might begin to unfold. I create and hold a safe place for clients to ponder, practice, and consider change-- especially when they struggle to maintain that space for themselves. As a trauma informed practitioner, I am able to ground and contain intense affect to help clients feel held.
Rebecca Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
I specialize in working with clients experiencing distress relating to past or recent traumatic experience, including compassion fatigue/ secondary trauma, adult survivors of sexual, physical and emotional abuse, as well as with clients with PTSD, adjustment to major life change, loss, or to health issues.
I feel it is an honor and privilege to serve as a therapist. Creating a partnership with clients, I work to provide a safe, warm, nurturing and empathic space. My goal as an EMDR therapist is to work collaboratively with clients- creating transformative healing and change, and increasing self understanding and self compassion. I currently have availability for intensive EMDR- individually tailored (half, full or multi day therapy) in person at my Philadelphia location or online (PA and NJ residents).
I specialize in working with clients experiencing distress relating to past or recent traumatic experience, including compassion fatigue/ secondary trauma, adult survivors of sexual, physical and emotional abuse, as well as with clients with PTSD, adjustment to major life change, loss, or to health issues.
I feel it is an honor and privilege to serve as a therapist. Creating a partnership with clients, I work to provide a safe, warm, nurturing and empathic space. My goal as an EMDR therapist is to work collaboratively with clients- creating transformative healing and change, and increasing self understanding and self compassion. I currently have availability for intensive EMDR- individually tailored (half, full or multi day therapy) in person at my Philadelphia location or online (PA and NJ residents).
Marissa L Turchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
While I work with a broad range of concerns, my passion lies in perinatal mental health, including fertility, infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood.
The greatest gift you can give yourself is to embrace the power to be you without reservation. As a compassionate therapist, I work from a place of empowerment, helping people to navigate their internal struggles while restoring hope in themselves to eventually reach their inner contentment. Together, we will explore one’s relationship with self and others, cultivating coping skills and personal growth.
While I work with a broad range of concerns, my passion lies in perinatal mental health, including fertility, infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood.
The greatest gift you can give yourself is to embrace the power to be you without reservation. As a compassionate therapist, I work from a place of empowerment, helping people to navigate their internal struggles while restoring hope in themselves to eventually reach their inner contentment. Together, we will explore one’s relationship with self and others, cultivating coping skills and personal growth.
Blair Pomerantz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Children who are experiencing life changes, grief and loss, issues with self-esteem, emotional regulation, socialization, school, anxiety, and trauma.
My hope is for you to leave each session feeling lighter and with tools to help you manage whatever challenges come your way. I am by nature a good listener, empathetic, caring, and have a passion for helping others. It is my priority to create a trusting therapeutic relationship, as this sets the foundation for the work we will do together. I provide a safe space for you to share past & present experiences without any judgement, and together we can work towards understanding how these experiences are affecting your life. When working with children, I use various modalities including play, art, sand, creating, movement & meditation.
Children who are experiencing life changes, grief and loss, issues with self-esteem, emotional regulation, socialization, school, anxiety, and trauma.
My hope is for you to leave each session feeling lighter and with tools to help you manage whatever challenges come your way. I am by nature a good listener, empathetic, caring, and have a passion for helping others. It is my priority to create a trusting therapeutic relationship, as this sets the foundation for the work we will do together. I provide a safe space for you to share past & present experiences without any judgement, and together we can work towards understanding how these experiences are affecting your life. When working with children, I use various modalities including play, art, sand, creating, movement & meditation.
Christine Wamble
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (Online Only)
There is an important sensation of grief and relief when we're ready for change.
Feeling connected is an integral part of nourishing relationships. Clients come to me when they feel disconnected, lost, overwhelmed, lonely, frustrated, angry, sad, and confused. Maybe you aren't sure what you want, and need help gaining clarity. You may want something but don't know how to get it, or worthy enough to receive it. My role is to walk with you as you learn about yourself, and how your family, relationships, and experiences have impacted your understanding of who you are both internally and in relationship with others. I hope to empower you to value your gifts, and form relationships that enrich your life.
There is an important sensation of grief and relief when we're ready for change.
Feeling connected is an integral part of nourishing relationships. Clients come to me when they feel disconnected, lost, overwhelmed, lonely, frustrated, angry, sad, and confused. Maybe you aren't sure what you want, and need help gaining clarity. You may want something but don't know how to get it, or worthy enough to receive it. My role is to walk with you as you learn about yourself, and how your family, relationships, and experiences have impacted your understanding of who you are both internally and in relationship with others. I hope to empower you to value your gifts, and form relationships that enrich your life.
Artful Explorations Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Artful Explorations Therapy is led by Kristen Rashid, a registered, board-certified art therapist who's been working with kids, teens, and adults in Philadelphia for over a decade. We offer support in navigating through a range of issues including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, adjustments, divorce, grief/ loss, behavior difficulties, depression, and anger. We meet clients where they are and help them engage in the creative process of making art as a way to express themselves, increase insight, spark change, make connections, and develop coping and problem solving skills.
Artful Explorations Therapy is led by Kristen Rashid, a registered, board-certified art therapist who's been working with kids, teens, and adults in Philadelphia for over a decade. We offer support in navigating through a range of issues including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, adjustments, divorce, grief/ loss, behavior difficulties, depression, and anger. We meet clients where they are and help them engage in the creative process of making art as a way to express themselves, increase insight, spark change, make connections, and develop coping and problem solving skills.
Josh Dodes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (Online Only)
I am very experienced in working with adults struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, loss, low self-esteem, addiction and a wide range of other concerns.
Deciding to begin psychotherapy is one of the kindest and most important choices you can make for yourself. It can be a turning point in your life, but it can also feel scary to talk to someone you don't know well. I work with individuals and couples, providing a warm, safe, confidential environment where I will listen carefully and where we will work together to understand and resolve the issues you are struggling with--both in terms of how they affect your current life and in terms of how they became issues in the first place.
I am very experienced in working with adults struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, loss, low self-esteem, addiction and a wide range of other concerns.
Deciding to begin psychotherapy is one of the kindest and most important choices you can make for yourself. It can be a turning point in your life, but it can also feel scary to talk to someone you don't know well. I work with individuals and couples, providing a warm, safe, confidential environment where I will listen carefully and where we will work together to understand and resolve the issues you are struggling with--both in terms of how they affect your current life and in terms of how they became issues in the first place.
Colette A Grosso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
I specialize in working with achievement-oriented folks across the gender and sexuality spectrum who may experience anxiety, relationship stress, CPTSD, complicated grief, substance abuse, codependency, and difficulty with emotionally immature parents. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults in Philadelphia. My work with clients is relationally based and is influenced by somatic experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness techniques.
I specialize in working with achievement-oriented folks across the gender and sexuality spectrum who may experience anxiety, relationship stress, CPTSD, complicated grief, substance abuse, codependency, and difficulty with emotionally immature parents. I have 10+ years of experience working with adults in Philadelphia. My work with clients is relationally based and is influenced by somatic experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness techniques.
Margot Troutt Keys
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (Online Only)
I specialize in work with adults, mature adults, and older adults working through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, among other issues.
A wise man once told me, “Life is like a circle, at different points on the circumference we view the same core.” This reminded of therapy. How at different points on the circumference of our lives, different transitions, losses, relationship issues, or medical issues introduce themselves and we view how our core responds. Sometimes depression, anxiety, anger, and fear arise. We can continue to look away and ignore these responses that interfere with our goals, or we can decide we are going to work with a therapist. Together we embrace that core in ways that help and enrich each point on the circumference.
I specialize in work with adults, mature adults, and older adults working through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, among other issues.
A wise man once told me, “Life is like a circle, at different points on the circumference we view the same core.” This reminded of therapy. How at different points on the circumference of our lives, different transitions, losses, relationship issues, or medical issues introduce themselves and we view how our core responds. Sometimes depression, anxiety, anger, and fear arise. We can continue to look away and ignore these responses that interfere with our goals, or we can decide we are going to work with a therapist. Together we embrace that core in ways that help and enrich each point on the circumference.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19149
Smile! Our specialties include GeriCare© (older adults with complicated grief/ loss); chronic illness/pain; depression; relationships; coping; acceptance; D&A. Conflict Resolution: Adolescent behavioral & school conflict; bicultural, acculturation, assimilation, ethnicity socialization conflict; identity & intergenerational conflict. Stress/Anger Mgmt. Occupational Stress: Welcome Law Enforcement, First Responders, Hospital & Crisis Workers; Aviation Personnel. Parent Child Interaction. Marriage Family Couples Counseling. Emphasis on Family Systems, Relational, Interpersonal, Ecological Theory. Trauma Informed, DBT/CBT. PA Medicare & CHIP Welcome!
Smile! Our specialties include GeriCare© (older adults with complicated grief/ loss); chronic illness/pain; depression; relationships; coping; acceptance; D&A. Conflict Resolution: Adolescent behavioral & school conflict; bicultural, acculturation, assimilation, ethnicity socialization conflict; identity & intergenerational conflict. Stress/Anger Mgmt. Occupational Stress: Welcome Law Enforcement, First Responders, Hospital & Crisis Workers; Aviation Personnel. Parent Child Interaction. Marriage Family Couples Counseling. Emphasis on Family Systems, Relational, Interpersonal, Ecological Theory. Trauma Informed, DBT/CBT. PA Medicare & CHIP Welcome!
Patrick S Walden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Welcome! I'm Patrick Walden, LICSW. I’m a psychotherapist and EMDR Practitioner based in Philadelphia. I help adults from all over the US heal from trauma utilizing EMDR therapy, EMDR intensives, and Narrative Therapy, and I provide Consultation and Training for professionals on the path to becoming EMDR Therapists. If you’ve experienced trauma, you’ll know just how much hold it can have over your life. As a trauma survivor myself, I not only get it, it’s my life’s purpose to help others heal. With EMDR, I've seen amazing results with my clients and those of my Trainees. Whether you’re on an educational or healing journey,
Welcome! I'm Patrick Walden, LICSW. I’m a psychotherapist and EMDR Practitioner based in Philadelphia. I help adults from all over the US heal from trauma utilizing EMDR therapy, EMDR intensives, and Narrative Therapy, and I provide Consultation and Training for professionals on the path to becoming EMDR Therapists. If you’ve experienced trauma, you’ll know just how much hold it can have over your life. As a trauma survivor myself, I not only get it, it’s my life’s purpose to help others heal. With EMDR, I've seen amazing results with my clients and those of my Trainees. Whether you’re on an educational or healing journey,
Amee Mickhael
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
I believe one of the bravest things we can do is to understand our story. Owning our story can bring us to self-acceptance and healing. I can help get you there. Do you feel like you’re hitting a wall? Feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns? Stuck in your past trauma? Bad relationships? You deserve more than the anger and hurt that you’re carrying with you each day. These walls you’re hitting can be broken down. We just need to take a few steps back, and face these walls together. Come in, and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea (on me) and let’s talk about it.
I believe one of the bravest things we can do is to understand our story. Owning our story can bring us to self-acceptance and healing. I can help get you there. Do you feel like you’re hitting a wall? Feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns? Stuck in your past trauma? Bad relationships? You deserve more than the anger and hurt that you’re carrying with you each day. These walls you’re hitting can be broken down. We just need to take a few steps back, and face these walls together. Come in, and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea (on me) and let’s talk about it.
Constance Lucy Cunningham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (Online Only)
I a a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. I practice using primarily psychodynamic and person-centered therapy. Through these modalities, you will work on a deeper level to explore causes and underlying patterns of presenting problems and easing resistance. I will provide unconditional positive regard, so you do not have to worry about feeling pressured or judged. Areas of expertise include relationship issues, anxiety, low self-esteem and feelings of being stuck in unhealthy patterns of functioning.
I a a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. I practice using primarily psychodynamic and person-centered therapy. Through these modalities, you will work on a deeper level to explore causes and underlying patterns of presenting problems and easing resistance. I will provide unconditional positive regard, so you do not have to worry about feeling pressured or judged. Areas of expertise include relationship issues, anxiety, low self-esteem and feelings of being stuck in unhealthy patterns of functioning.
Erika Pranzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Are you constantly feeling like you cannot catch a break? Maybe anxiety-provoking thoughts are circulating through your mind causing you to feel irritated, overwhelming stress or hopeless. Maybe you are feeling burnt out in your career, feeling lonely in relationships, struggling with parenting, postpartum or going through a difficult divorce. If any of this sounds familiar to you, please know that you are not alone. With the right tools and the help from someone who can understand, I can help you break old patterns and build a life you truly enjoy.
Are you constantly feeling like you cannot catch a break? Maybe anxiety-provoking thoughts are circulating through your mind causing you to feel irritated, overwhelming stress or hopeless. Maybe you are feeling burnt out in your career, feeling lonely in relationships, struggling with parenting, postpartum or going through a difficult divorce. If any of this sounds familiar to you, please know that you are not alone. With the right tools and the help from someone who can understand, I can help you break old patterns and build a life you truly enjoy.
Equilibria Psychological & Consultation Services
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
We are a group practice of over 70 therapists. At Equilibria, our goal is to help individuals achieve their personal potential and long term growth by compassionately and respectfully helping them live in balance. We utilize an integrative, strength based treatment model to address each individual's set of unique issues. Our belief is that treatment must be flexible and tailored to achieve symptom relief and increased self understanding.
We are a group practice of over 70 therapists. At Equilibria, our goal is to help individuals achieve their personal potential and long term growth by compassionately and respectfully helping them live in balance. We utilize an integrative, strength based treatment model to address each individual's set of unique issues. Our belief is that treatment must be flexible and tailored to achieve symptom relief and increased self understanding.
Karen Libber Fishbein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Waitlist for new clients
Hello prospective clients! Do you find yourself overwhelmed and burned out by day-to-day life? Is it a struggle to feel calm and focused enough to work towards your goals? Are you then left feeling helpless, depleted, and stuck? Unresolved mental health issues can lead to an endless loop of frustration. I look forward to assisting you in breaking this cycle. I am a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience. My primary intention as a therapist is to understand and support clients in a holistic manner. Each of my sessions are tailored to meet clients' current needs, and also to encourage long-term growth and healing.
Hello prospective clients! Do you find yourself overwhelmed and burned out by day-to-day life? Is it a struggle to feel calm and focused enough to work towards your goals? Are you then left feeling helpless, depleted, and stuck? Unresolved mental health issues can lead to an endless loop of frustration. I look forward to assisting you in breaking this cycle. I am a clinical social worker with over a decade of experience. My primary intention as a therapist is to understand and support clients in a holistic manner. Each of my sessions are tailored to meet clients' current needs, and also to encourage long-term growth and healing.
Caroline Kuttler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southwark, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Waitlist for new clients
Deciding to start therapy can be a challenging and vulnerable process. My goal as a therapist is to make each individual feel as safe and supported as possible with high levels of empathy, compassion, and genuineness. Throughout the therapy process, I value the importance of improving relationships, managing stress, and increasing the ability to identify and regulate emotions. In sessions, I emphasis the importance of processing core beliefs we hold towards ourself and the world, practicing daily mindfulness, and learning skills to effectively regulate our emotions. I also provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians!
Deciding to start therapy can be a challenging and vulnerable process. My goal as a therapist is to make each individual feel as safe and supported as possible with high levels of empathy, compassion, and genuineness. Throughout the therapy process, I value the importance of improving relationships, managing stress, and increasing the ability to identify and regulate emotions. In sessions, I emphasis the importance of processing core beliefs we hold towards ourself and the world, practicing daily mindfulness, and learning skills to effectively regulate our emotions. I also provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians!
Are you attempting to manage feelings that have been building up over time? You may be living with anxiety and depression, generally feeling stuck, and/or are trying to manage the personalities of people around you. Perhaps you aren’t quite sure how to talk about what’s happening; but something doesn’t feel right—things just feel off. During times like this, talking to a professional can help. I work with young adults, parents, college and graduate students including international students. I have niche specialized experience working with medical professionals such as physicians, nurses and medical trainees.
Are you attempting to manage feelings that have been building up over time? You may be living with anxiety and depression, generally feeling stuck, and/or are trying to manage the personalities of people around you. Perhaps you aren’t quite sure how to talk about what’s happening; but something doesn’t feel right—things just feel off. During times like this, talking to a professional can help. I work with young adults, parents, college and graduate students including international students. I have niche specialized experience working with medical professionals such as physicians, nurses and medical trainees.
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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.