Grief Therapists in Waverly, PA
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Barbara Brundige Decker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waverly, PA 18471
I am a licensed professional counselor with over forty years of experience. My approach is humanistic, in that I believe in the inherent goodness and strength of each individual, and will provide you with compassion, empowerment, support, and an environment that is safe and nonjudgmental. My approach is also cognitive-behavioral, in that when appropriate, I will help you challenge and overcome self-defeating thoughts (i.e. inner critic) and behaviors (i.e. non-assertiveness or avoidance). In their place, you will be able to learn healthier coping strategies and more positive and realistic thinking.
I am a licensed professional counselor with over forty years of experience. My approach is humanistic, in that I believe in the inherent goodness and strength of each individual, and will provide you with compassion, empowerment, support, and an environment that is safe and nonjudgmental. My approach is also cognitive-behavioral, in that when appropriate, I will help you challenge and overcome self-defeating thoughts (i.e. inner critic) and behaviors (i.e. non-assertiveness or avoidance). In their place, you will be able to learn healthier coping strategies and more positive and realistic thinking.
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This is a difficult and overwhelming time for most. Now, more than ever, we can all use support. I am committed to providing compassionate, supportive, and effective care to those that I work with. I have sought out and received specialized education, training, and experience in providing psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to enhance the behavioral and emotional adjustment and well-being of those that I work with using the most effective and efficient research-based treatment approaches.
This is a difficult and overwhelming time for most. Now, more than ever, we can all use support. I am committed to providing compassionate, supportive, and effective care to those that I work with. I have sought out and received specialized education, training, and experience in providing psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to enhance the behavioral and emotional adjustment and well-being of those that I work with using the most effective and efficient research-based treatment approaches.
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Your goal is for you or your loved one to feel better ASAP right? Well, I have 25+ years experience doing exactly that. I'm also am an author, professor, past prez. of the PA Psych. Assoc., Fellow of three psych. organizations, a frequent media source (e.g., CNN, Washington Post, NYT) and a creator of social media content. I specializes in kid, teen and couple issues. I treat adults and youth in individual, marital and family therapy. I have three primary goals (1) To create a confidential, caring and warming atmosphere for my clients. (2) To offer services that are informed by science. And, (3) to offer life altering results ASAP.
Your goal is for you or your loved one to feel better ASAP right? Well, I have 25+ years experience doing exactly that. I'm also am an author, professor, past prez. of the PA Psych. Assoc., Fellow of three psych. organizations, a frequent media source (e.g., CNN, Washington Post, NYT) and a creator of social media content. I specializes in kid, teen and couple issues. I treat adults and youth in individual, marital and family therapy. I have three primary goals (1) To create a confidential, caring and warming atmosphere for my clients. (2) To offer services that are informed by science. And, (3) to offer life altering results ASAP.
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As a psychologist I help people struggling with anxiety, depression, and other concerns using psychotherapy. This means that I will meet with you regularly and use empirically supported methods to help you with your concerns. My primary focus is the treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, relationship distress, academic or occupational stress, and issues of adjustment. I also have experience helping people cope with and adjust to living with various medical conditions.
As a psychologist I help people struggling with anxiety, depression, and other concerns using psychotherapy. This means that I will meet with you regularly and use empirically supported methods to help you with your concerns. My primary focus is the treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, relationship distress, academic or occupational stress, and issues of adjustment. I also have experience helping people cope with and adjust to living with various medical conditions.
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I have had the opportunity to build relationships with an array of amazing clients over the past 28 years to develop my practice as an integrative, evidenced based approach for treatment. I have a strong interest in treating adolescent girls and adult women to foster personal growth, positive Self-esteem and Self-Confidence. My therapeutic approach includes evidenced based practices for the treatment of Anxiety disorders, Mood disorders, Eating issues, relationship difficulties, school related concerns and family challenges.
I have had the opportunity to build relationships with an array of amazing clients over the past 28 years to develop my practice as an integrative, evidenced based approach for treatment. I have a strong interest in treating adolescent girls and adult women to foster personal growth, positive Self-esteem and Self-Confidence. My therapeutic approach includes evidenced based practices for the treatment of Anxiety disorders, Mood disorders, Eating issues, relationship difficulties, school related concerns and family challenges.
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I view therapy as a collaborative process that can allow individuals to experience personal growth and the ability to live with a deeper sense of meaning. Using evidence-based techniques I work to help individuals to improve their quality of life, decrease the negative affects of stress and depression, and to realize and let go of problematic relational patterns.
I view therapy as a collaborative process that can allow individuals to experience personal growth and the ability to live with a deeper sense of meaning. Using evidence-based techniques I work to help individuals to improve their quality of life, decrease the negative affects of stress and depression, and to realize and let go of problematic relational patterns.
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Polaris Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waverly, PA 18471 (Online Only)
Currently offering Virtual Sessions. In person available Sept 2024 Clarks Summit PA. We are experts in treating various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and co-occurring substance use concerns. We utilize a whole health approach to ensure that our clients receive the necessary tools, resources and support to achieve optimal health. Our mission at Polaris Counseling and Wellness, LLC. is to provide our clients with the best counseling and wellness services available.
Currently offering Virtual Sessions. In person available Sept 2024 Clarks Summit PA. We are experts in treating various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and co-occurring substance use concerns. We utilize a whole health approach to ensure that our clients receive the necessary tools, resources and support to achieve optimal health. Our mission at Polaris Counseling and Wellness, LLC. is to provide our clients with the best counseling and wellness services available.
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Dr. Lia Richards-Palmiter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waverly, PA 18471 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping adults and teens who are depressed, anxious, stressed or angry secondary to experiences of being discriminated against. I use cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal and positive psychology approaches in my treatment.
I specialize in helping adults and teens who are depressed, anxious, stressed or angry secondary to experiences of being discriminated against. I use cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal and positive psychology approaches in my treatment.
More Therapists Nearby
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Richard H Therkorn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Clarks Green, PA 18411
Hello, I work with individuals, couples, and families. I will work with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, infidelity, conflict management, BPD, weight management, and personal life coaching. If you are looking for a friendly approach that is also direct and to the point, you will find that here. We will develop skills that help with communication, assertiveness, and improving your marriage. I am open to working with pre-marital couples. We are LGBTQ+ friendly. Every relationship will receive a individualized plan to help them reach their goals. Therapy works best when they client and counselor are aligned.
Hello, I work with individuals, couples, and families. I will work with issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, infidelity, conflict management, BPD, weight management, and personal life coaching. If you are looking for a friendly approach that is also direct and to the point, you will find that here. We will develop skills that help with communication, assertiveness, and improving your marriage. I am open to working with pre-marital couples. We are LGBTQ+ friendly. Every relationship will receive a individualized plan to help them reach their goals. Therapy works best when they client and counselor are aligned.
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I specialize in the treatment of trauma, which includes abuse, sexual or physical victimization, accidents, and loss.
You may be confronted with significant challenges which lead you to feel sad, anxious, angry, resentful, or isolated. Despite your best efforts, you may feel stuck. I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside you during your personal journey toward change, understanding, or personal growth. I am trained as a generalist and provide an integrative, evidenced-based approach to meet your clinical needs. I provide treatment of mood disorders (depression, anxiety), life transitions, grief/bereavement, anger management and other concerns.
I specialize in the treatment of trauma, which includes abuse, sexual or physical victimization, accidents, and loss.
You may be confronted with significant challenges which lead you to feel sad, anxious, angry, resentful, or isolated. Despite your best efforts, you may feel stuck. I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside you during your personal journey toward change, understanding, or personal growth. I am trained as a generalist and provide an integrative, evidenced-based approach to meet your clinical needs. I provide treatment of mood disorders (depression, anxiety), life transitions, grief/bereavement, anger management and other concerns.
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Susan Wilkerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Abington Township, PA 18411
Waitlist for new clients
My professional experience has allowed me to work with people learning to cope with grief, interpersonal issues, low self esteem, overthinking, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and addiction issues.
Are you experiencing a situation that is challenging, overwhelming, or unexpected? Are you feeling stuck, uncertain, isolated, sad, anxious, or angry? Life can feel difficult sometimes. It’s my privilege to accompany you on your journey toward fostering growth, empowerment, and the attainment of your personal goals, all while promoting positive self-care. My approach is eclectic and flexible, based on your needs. I provide a nurturing and supportive style, aimed at cultivating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for my clients as we work together to reach your goals.
My professional experience has allowed me to work with people learning to cope with grief, interpersonal issues, low self esteem, overthinking, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and addiction issues.
Are you experiencing a situation that is challenging, overwhelming, or unexpected? Are you feeling stuck, uncertain, isolated, sad, anxious, or angry? Life can feel difficult sometimes. It’s my privilege to accompany you on your journey toward fostering growth, empowerment, and the attainment of your personal goals, all while promoting positive self-care. My approach is eclectic and flexible, based on your needs. I provide a nurturing and supportive style, aimed at cultivating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for my clients as we work together to reach your goals.
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Kathleen Karnoff
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NBCCH, NBCC, DCC
Verified Verified
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Specialties:
Marriage Counseling
Couples Counseling
LGBT Counseling
Grief & Bereavement Recovery
Clinical Hypnotherapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor(LPC), Board Certified Telemental Health Provider(BC-TMH), National Board Certified Hypnotherapist and Grief Recovery Specialist. My Doctoral Degree is in Behavior Health. I an an energetic therapist with an optimistic view of personal relationships. I believe success in a clients life is formed by examining core personal values. I work with a directive style using the beliefs and emotions of the client to aid them in transitioning through difficult times. My personal and professional experience can help you to benefit from the insights that I have gained over my years.
Specialties:
Marriage Counseling
Couples Counseling
LGBT Counseling
Grief & Bereavement Recovery
Clinical Hypnotherapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor(LPC), Board Certified Telemental Health Provider(BC-TMH), National Board Certified Hypnotherapist and Grief Recovery Specialist. My Doctoral Degree is in Behavior Health. I an an energetic therapist with an optimistic view of personal relationships. I believe success in a clients life is formed by examining core personal values. I work with a directive style using the beliefs and emotions of the client to aid them in transitioning through difficult times. My personal and professional experience can help you to benefit from the insights that I have gained over my years.
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Lasting Wellness LLC--Reproductive Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Welcome! Lasting Wellness is a small private practice in Pennsylvania with extensive experience treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship changes, and struggles with work life balance. We frequently work with adults experiencing maternal mental health concerns including perinatal mood disorders, birth trauma, fertility concerns, and pregnancy or infant loss.
Welcome! Lasting Wellness is a small private practice in Pennsylvania with extensive experience treating a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship changes, and struggles with work life balance. We frequently work with adults experiencing maternal mental health concerns including perinatal mood disorders, birth trauma, fertility concerns, and pregnancy or infant loss.
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Nicole Dubiac
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Pain is an inevitable part of the human condition. You don't have to go through this pain alone, though. Whatever pain it may be, I enjoy helping people work through and transform their pain into something more manageable. I enjoy working with individuals grieving a variety of losses: loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, loss of a pet, loss of an aspiration, etc. No loss is insignificant. Although I cannot take away your pain I can promise to do my best to support you through this difficult time in your life.
Pain is an inevitable part of the human condition. You don't have to go through this pain alone, though. Whatever pain it may be, I enjoy helping people work through and transform their pain into something more manageable. I enjoy working with individuals grieving a variety of losses: loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, loss of a pet, loss of an aspiration, etc. No loss is insignificant. Although I cannot take away your pain I can promise to do my best to support you through this difficult time in your life.
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My specialty is working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, grief and depression.
My devotion consists of working with a variety of individuals who suffer from mental health disorders. My experiences vary from anxiety, depression, addiction, and codependency disorders. My specialty focuses in grief therapy. I use cognitive behavior therapy and psychotherapy to support an individuals greater well being.
My specialty is working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, grief and depression.
My devotion consists of working with a variety of individuals who suffer from mental health disorders. My experiences vary from anxiety, depression, addiction, and codependency disorders. My specialty focuses in grief therapy. I use cognitive behavior therapy and psychotherapy to support an individuals greater well being.
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Peggy Lynn Cummiskey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
South Abington Township, PA 18411 (Online Only)
Whether you are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, displacement, adjustment or burnout you can heal and restore.
I help individuals looking to heal, restore and rebuild when life has presented challenges and circumstances that take away from our mental health. Together, we can create and identify your personal goals, strengths, talents, and accomplishments to build the changes you want to bring to your life. I will show you how to utilize techniques to help ground, calm, empower and identify choices to strengthen and awaken your true self. We'll explore the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I use mindfulness, movement, and creative options to help you build confidence and self-care.
Whether you are struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, displacement, adjustment or burnout you can heal and restore.
I help individuals looking to heal, restore and rebuild when life has presented challenges and circumstances that take away from our mental health. Together, we can create and identify your personal goals, strengths, talents, and accomplishments to build the changes you want to bring to your life. I will show you how to utilize techniques to help ground, calm, empower and identify choices to strengthen and awaken your true self. We'll explore the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I use mindfulness, movement, and creative options to help you build confidence and self-care.
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Frick Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Unable to accept referrals until Fall 2024. My ideal client is someone who may be facing grief and loss, trauma, disability or chronic illness, LGBTQ+ issues, or just have a sense that a big shift is necessary to live the life they desire and deserve. My hope is that you have a curiosity to go below the surface and dig deep, a willingness to be patient, kind and compassionate to yourself, and maybe even be interested in learning more about your brain and body and willing to learn ways to support them. But, if that's not you, that's ok! I love working with all types of people and supporting their growth - wherever that may go.
Unable to accept referrals until Fall 2024. My ideal client is someone who may be facing grief and loss, trauma, disability or chronic illness, LGBTQ+ issues, or just have a sense that a big shift is necessary to live the life they desire and deserve. My hope is that you have a curiosity to go below the surface and dig deep, a willingness to be patient, kind and compassionate to yourself, and maybe even be interested in learning more about your brain and body and willing to learn ways to support them. But, if that's not you, that's ok! I love working with all types of people and supporting their growth - wherever that may go.
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Joseph Monczewski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Joseph Monczewski, MS, LPC, CAADC, CCS is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience. Areas of practice include the following: depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, drug & alcohol treatment-recovery, co-dependency, adult children issues, adjustment issues, bi-polar disorder, couples, marital. Counseling can occur in-person or through tele-therapy.
Joseph Monczewski, MS, LPC, CAADC, CCS is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 30 years of experience. Areas of practice include the following: depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, drug & alcohol treatment-recovery, co-dependency, adult children issues, adjustment issues, bi-polar disorder, couples, marital. Counseling can occur in-person or through tele-therapy.
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Gena Patackas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
My broad experience allows me to work with a variety of therapeutic concerns, such as, grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, and parenting challenges.
Hello! My goal is for you to feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn, grow and overcome current obstacles to be your best self. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy teaching skills that can be used to help regulate overwhelming emotions, communicate more effectively, and improve meaningful relationships.
My broad experience allows me to work with a variety of therapeutic concerns, such as, grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, and parenting challenges.
Hello! My goal is for you to feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn, grow and overcome current obstacles to be your best self. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy teaching skills that can be used to help regulate overwhelming emotions, communicate more effectively, and improve meaningful relationships.
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I specialize in relationship and rehabilitation issues as well as grief counseling.
I provide my services via TeleTherapy. My area of expertise is assisting people who are struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle and constrained by one or more issues. I can assist you if you're having trouble transitioning through life, whether you're a middle-aged person whose life is changing or a teenager who feels overwhelmed.
I specialize in relationship and rehabilitation issues as well as grief counseling.
I provide my services via TeleTherapy. My area of expertise is assisting people who are struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle and constrained by one or more issues. I can assist you if you're having trouble transitioning through life, whether you're a middle-aged person whose life is changing or a teenager who feels overwhelmed.
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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.