Grief Therapists in Potomac Falls, VA
Lauren McCall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Potomac Falls, VA 20165
If it’s time for you to make some changes, I’d be honored to help you figure out the next steps. I specialize in working with adults and teens who have struggled with anxiety, trauma, or loss. I have spent over ten years working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence, but also have experience helping individuals through various transitions and life stages.
If it’s time for you to make some changes, I’d be honored to help you figure out the next steps. I specialize in working with adults and teens who have struggled with anxiety, trauma, or loss. I have spent over ten years working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence, but also have experience helping individuals through various transitions and life stages.
Jennifer Spafford
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, ACS, NCSC
Verified Verified
Potomac Falls, VA 20165
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, impulsivity, grief, relationship issues, and family conflict.
My job as your counselor is to help you make sense of your presenting concerns, support you, and walk with you through the process of healing and self-discovery. I place tremendous value on the therapeutic relationship and creating a safe space for you to explore and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Change is not easy. I take the time to get to know what is important to you. I believe that examining the systems we are a part of is vital to understanding oneself and an important component in helping you grow and make positive change.
I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, impulsivity, grief, relationship issues, and family conflict.
My job as your counselor is to help you make sense of your presenting concerns, support you, and walk with you through the process of healing and self-discovery. I place tremendous value on the therapeutic relationship and creating a safe space for you to explore and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Change is not easy. I take the time to get to know what is important to you. I believe that examining the systems we are a part of is vital to understanding oneself and an important component in helping you grow and make positive change.
Did you know your subconscious mind has a power, which works mysterious ways? And this power is the most natural, most organic and most enjoyable way to get happy, healthy and wealthy. Have you ever wondered if you could use this power to deliberately program yourself for success? .... for healing? ...for changing a bad habit or unwanted behavior? The answer is: Yes, you can! Join me on the "Wonderful You" journey to your subconscious mind your source of health, happiness, and success!
Did you know your subconscious mind has a power, which works mysterious ways? And this power is the most natural, most organic and most enjoyable way to get happy, healthy and wealthy. Have you ever wondered if you could use this power to deliberately program yourself for success? .... for healing? ...for changing a bad habit or unwanted behavior? The answer is: Yes, you can! Join me on the "Wonderful You" journey to your subconscious mind your source of health, happiness, and success!
Eleanor Huff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RN, NCC, CCTP, CATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Potomac Falls, VA 20165
Seeking therapy is taking steps toward your well-being and can be a difficult and courageous first step. I would like to support that and to assist in empowering you to find your resiliency. I believe we all have resiliency, meaning the power to move forward, adjust, make changes and withstand the difficult times, sometimes we need help finding it within us. I can help with that! I look forward to talking with you.
Seeking therapy is taking steps toward your well-being and can be a difficult and courageous first step. I would like to support that and to assist in empowering you to find your resiliency. I believe we all have resiliency, meaning the power to move forward, adjust, make changes and withstand the difficult times, sometimes we need help finding it within us. I can help with that! I look forward to talking with you.
Supporting you on your journey toward healing and personal growth is my deepest commitment. I strive to create a warm, empathetic environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and collaboration, recognizing it as a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and growth. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering support and understanding as you navigate your emotions and experiences. My expertise includes working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Supporting you on your journey toward healing and personal growth is my deepest commitment. I strive to create a warm, empathetic environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and collaboration, recognizing it as a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and growth. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering support and understanding as you navigate your emotions and experiences. My expertise includes working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Welcome to Northstar Center! We understand that starting therapy can be challenging, but we’re here to support you. As a trauma-informed and evidence-based practice, we prioritize safety, compassion, and quality care guided by clinical research. By addressing the root causes of distress, we help clients identify unhealthy coping patterns and learn new skills through modalities like DBT, CBT, IFS, EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, and ERP. Our safe, nonjudgmental space encourages clients to openly process their feelings, fostering genuine connection and supporting their journey toward change.
Welcome to Northstar Center! We understand that starting therapy can be challenging, but we’re here to support you. As a trauma-informed and evidence-based practice, we prioritize safety, compassion, and quality care guided by clinical research. By addressing the root causes of distress, we help clients identify unhealthy coping patterns and learn new skills through modalities like DBT, CBT, IFS, EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, and ERP. Our safe, nonjudgmental space encourages clients to openly process their feelings, fostering genuine connection and supporting their journey toward change.
Dr. Alonda Alloway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Potomac Falls, VA 20165
I've worked in the field of counseling/social work for over 20 years. I also served as an adjunct professor of social work for over 10 years, so I like to incorporate teachings on mental health issues into sessions (psychoeducation). I'm an author of four books and creator of Date or Mate card game which helps people have conversations to ask the important questions they need to know when forming bonds. Most of my clients are males who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma; however, I do work with females as well. I can work with adult individuals residing in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.
I've worked in the field of counseling/social work for over 20 years. I also served as an adjunct professor of social work for over 10 years, so I like to incorporate teachings on mental health issues into sessions (psychoeducation). I'm an author of four books and creator of Date or Mate card game which helps people have conversations to ask the important questions they need to know when forming bonds. Most of my clients are males who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and/or trauma; however, I do work with females as well. I can work with adult individuals residing in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.
Loudoun Counseling & Coaching, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potomac Falls, VA 20165
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, infertility, adoption, life changes and transitions, grief and loss. Empathy, respect and compassion are at the forefront of my work with client's, with an emphasis on client's strengths and goals. Therapeutic modalities include; Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Strengths Based. I look forward to working with you, to help you achieve your hopes and dreams of becoming the best you!
I enjoy working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, infertility, adoption, life changes and transitions, grief and loss. Empathy, respect and compassion are at the forefront of my work with client's, with an emphasis on client's strengths and goals. Therapeutic modalities include; Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Strengths Based. I look forward to working with you, to help you achieve your hopes and dreams of becoming the best you!
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I work with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression; anxiety; life changes; relationship difficulties; loss and grief; anger and stress; family conflict and sport injuries.
"Without awareness, we are not truly alive" - James F. T. Bugental. The purpose of psychotherapy is to awaken the individual and increase insight through exploration of their life, choices, and resistance's. This examination is a personal journey and different for each person. Although difficult and challenging at times, it is a courageous endeavor that can lead to life long positive changes, new ways of being in the world, and a deeper meaning and purpose for one's life.
I work with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression; anxiety; life changes; relationship difficulties; loss and grief; anger and stress; family conflict and sport injuries.
"Without awareness, we are not truly alive" - James F. T. Bugental. The purpose of psychotherapy is to awaken the individual and increase insight through exploration of their life, choices, and resistance's. This examination is a personal journey and different for each person. Although difficult and challenging at times, it is a courageous endeavor that can lead to life long positive changes, new ways of being in the world, and a deeper meaning and purpose for one's life.
Jill Changizi-Kerr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling, VA 20166 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with life transitions, grief/ loss, relationship problems, parenting or caregiving stress, aging issues, terminal illness, infertility, mood concerns, substance use/codependency issues, career distress, self-esteem issues, or other adjustment concerns, I will be delighted to support you as your therapist. I've counseled in settings including hospice, detention centers, private practice, and community mental health centers. I'm also an author who researched/wrote collaboratively with many multicultural experts to publish the textbook "The Handbook for Multicultural Counseling."
If you are struggling with life transitions, grief/ loss, relationship problems, parenting or caregiving stress, aging issues, terminal illness, infertility, mood concerns, substance use/codependency issues, career distress, self-esteem issues, or other adjustment concerns, I will be delighted to support you as your therapist. I've counseled in settings including hospice, detention centers, private practice, and community mental health centers. I'm also an author who researched/wrote collaboratively with many multicultural experts to publish the textbook "The Handbook for Multicultural Counseling."
Kristi Gilliam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sterling, VA 20164 (Online Only)
I am a licensed therapist with 5 years of professional work experience. I want to collaborate with you to create a coping skills tool box. I have experience in helping clients with: depression, negative thought pattern, motivation; self-esteem; confidence; stress; anxiety; family conflicts; relationship issues, chronic pain, life transitions, role loss related to aging.
I am a licensed therapist with 5 years of professional work experience. I want to collaborate with you to create a coping skills tool box. I have experience in helping clients with: depression, negative thought pattern, motivation; self-esteem; confidence; stress; anxiety; family conflicts; relationship issues, chronic pain, life transitions, role loss related to aging.
Luna Counseling Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling, VA 20165
Does it feel almost impossible to control your thoughts and emotions? Does your mind constantly go to the worst case scenario and "what ifs"? Do you struggle with overthinking, sleep issues, and stress so often that it impacts your ability to be present and enjoy life? While I work with clients on a variety of issues, my specialty area is Anxiety. I offer a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to clients facing anxiety and stress. I provide practical tools for conquering anxiety and confidence in your ability to be happy again. Other specialties include grief & loss and relationship issues. Email today for a free consultation!
Does it feel almost impossible to control your thoughts and emotions? Does your mind constantly go to the worst case scenario and "what ifs"? Do you struggle with overthinking, sleep issues, and stress so often that it impacts your ability to be present and enjoy life? While I work with clients on a variety of issues, my specialty area is Anxiety. I offer a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to clients facing anxiety and stress. I provide practical tools for conquering anxiety and confidence in your ability to be happy again. Other specialties include grief & loss and relationship issues. Email today for a free consultation!
We are experienced in working with adults, children and couples with issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem/identity, trauma, and grief.
Psychotherapy provides a healing relationship and a safe environment to process experiences and develop insights into- and coping strategies for- current challenges. We will provide you or your family this therapeutic relationship, guidance through your path to growth, & the opportunity to learn new skills & enhance your life.
We are experienced in working with adults, children and couples with issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem/identity, trauma, and grief.
Psychotherapy provides a healing relationship and a safe environment to process experiences and develop insights into- and coping strategies for- current challenges. We will provide you or your family this therapeutic relationship, guidance through your path to growth, & the opportunity to learn new skills & enhance your life.
Maureen Flaherty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling, VA 20166
I also specialize in illness (acute and chronic), loss in all its varied forms, grief, and end-of-life issues.
I believe many of our emotional and relational difficulties are connected to the experiences we have growing up in our unique family systems. These experiences shape core beliefs about who we are and what we can expect from others. This work involves becoming unstuck emotionally and healing faulty relationship maps, losses, or traumatic wounds of the past. I can support you to resolve the unfinished business of the past so you don’t have to keep recreating it in the present and find that when clients create healing at the root cause, the symptoms are no longer needed. While pain and loss are inevitable, suffering is optional.
I also specialize in illness (acute and chronic), loss in all its varied forms, grief, and end-of-life issues.
I believe many of our emotional and relational difficulties are connected to the experiences we have growing up in our unique family systems. These experiences shape core beliefs about who we are and what we can expect from others. This work involves becoming unstuck emotionally and healing faulty relationship maps, losses, or traumatic wounds of the past. I can support you to resolve the unfinished business of the past so you don’t have to keep recreating it in the present and find that when clients create healing at the root cause, the symptoms are no longer needed. While pain and loss are inevitable, suffering is optional.
Michelle is a compassionate, bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with years of experience dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate challenges to lead a more fulfilling life. Michelle creates a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing, resilience, and personal growth through the process of therapy. Michelle has experience in helping clients to increase positive coping skills, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, manage life's transitions, and heal from grief, loss, and trauma.
Michelle is a compassionate, bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with years of experience dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate challenges to lead a more fulfilling life. Michelle creates a safe and non-judgmental space to promote healing, resilience, and personal growth through the process of therapy. Michelle has experience in helping clients to increase positive coping skills, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, manage life's transitions, and heal from grief, loss, and trauma.
Lindsey Hoskins & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Sterling, VA 20165
My individual clients include those dealing with mental health challenges; making decisions about career or relationships; or pursuing more fulfilling approaches to life. I work with couples of all ages, stages, and compositions, addressing communication, infidelity, loss of passion, infertility, parenting, strengthening relationships, and deciding. I work with couples struggling to decide if and how to continue to work on deeply troubled relationships and solidifying commitment. I see families dealing with communication issues, creating appropriate boundaries, and working through separation, divorce, and blended family issues .
My individual clients include those dealing with mental health challenges; making decisions about career or relationships; or pursuing more fulfilling approaches to life. I work with couples of all ages, stages, and compositions, addressing communication, infidelity, loss of passion, infertility, parenting, strengthening relationships, and deciding. I work with couples struggling to decide if and how to continue to work on deeply troubled relationships and solidifying commitment. I see families dealing with communication issues, creating appropriate boundaries, and working through separation, divorce, and blended family issues .
With over 25 years of experience, Kristin Hellauer, LCSW, has worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, medical social work and community mental health. Some of Kristin's areas of professional interest include providing support through life transitions, anxiety and depression, blended family issues, grief and loss, trauma and helping to manage the stress of medical illnesses and mental health issues. Providing her patients a safe and nonjudgmental space, to talk about whatever is important to them, is a priority to Kristin.
With over 25 years of experience, Kristin Hellauer, LCSW, has worked in a variety of settings, including private practice, medical social work and community mental health. Some of Kristin's areas of professional interest include providing support through life transitions, anxiety and depression, blended family issues, grief and loss, trauma and helping to manage the stress of medical illnesses and mental health issues. Providing her patients a safe and nonjudgmental space, to talk about whatever is important to them, is a priority to Kristin.
Bluegrass Counseling Services, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Sterling, VA 20166 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for more personalized mental-healthcare? Our providers are united to deliver better, more personalized care for their patients. Bluegrass Counseling Services provides comprehensive mental and behavioral healthcare, and psychological evaluation to children 5 and older, young adults, and families. We also diagnose and treat ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Learning Disabilities, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Trauma in children, women and men. We provide you with a modern and customized treatment plan to meet your individual healthcare needs. Your health and privacy are our top priority.
Are you looking for more personalized mental-healthcare? Our providers are united to deliver better, more personalized care for their patients. Bluegrass Counseling Services provides comprehensive mental and behavioral healthcare, and psychological evaluation to children 5 and older, young adults, and families. We also diagnose and treat ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Learning Disabilities, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Trauma in children, women and men. We provide you with a modern and customized treatment plan to meet your individual healthcare needs. Your health and privacy are our top priority.
Hannah G Lindsay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling, VA 20165
Clinical Special Interests: Trauma; Grief and Loss; Sexual Assault; Intimate Partner Violence; Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse; Parenting; Women's Issues; Individuals; Adults; Adolescents; Female adolescent delinquency; Male Survivors of Child Abuse; Parenting.
Are you looking for a therapist that is compassionate, warm, uplifting, and supportive? My strength as a counselor is connecting with my clients and helping them access their strengths and resources. I have experience with individuals of all ages from diverse backgrounds. The clients I have worked with have primarily experienced the effects of trauma, grief, and loss. For more than 16 years I have worked with individuals effected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and childhood sexual abuse. I enjoy working with parents who are navigating the challenges of raising children, especially those who have not had positive examples.
Clinical Special Interests: Trauma; Grief and Loss; Sexual Assault; Intimate Partner Violence; Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse; Parenting; Women's Issues; Individuals; Adults; Adolescents; Female adolescent delinquency; Male Survivors of Child Abuse; Parenting.
Are you looking for a therapist that is compassionate, warm, uplifting, and supportive? My strength as a counselor is connecting with my clients and helping them access their strengths and resources. I have experience with individuals of all ages from diverse backgrounds. The clients I have worked with have primarily experienced the effects of trauma, grief, and loss. For more than 16 years I have worked with individuals effected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and childhood sexual abuse. I enjoy working with parents who are navigating the challenges of raising children, especially those who have not had positive examples.
Jasmine Pike
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling, VA 20166 (Online Only)
I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults managing issues of relationship/family conflict, anger management, grief/ loss, life transitions, anxiety/depression, women’s issues, and parenting.
My goal is to provide a safe space for clients to explore their experiences and provide support as clients take steps towards a happier and healthier future. We can explore what client's need to live life with more peace and joy moving forward. By understanding who my client is, what they have experienced, and what they hope to change will allow us to create personal goals for creating a better mental health plan for their present and their future. I believe in meeting client’s where they are and working towards goals that we set together based on the client’s needs and directed by when the client feels ready to take steps.
I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults managing issues of relationship/family conflict, anger management, grief/ loss, life transitions, anxiety/depression, women’s issues, and parenting.
My goal is to provide a safe space for clients to explore their experiences and provide support as clients take steps towards a happier and healthier future. We can explore what client's need to live life with more peace and joy moving forward. By understanding who my client is, what they have experienced, and what they hope to change will allow us to create personal goals for creating a better mental health plan for their present and their future. I believe in meeting client’s where they are and working towards goals that we set together based on the client’s needs and directed by when the client feels ready to take steps.
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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.