Grief Therapists in Poulsbo, WA
Mary Michele Harvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370
I work from a collaborative, strength-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the authors of their own lives. I believe that everyone deserves a safe and healing environment to work through life’s difficulties. In order to create a secure and client-centered therapeutic relationship, I emphasize building trust and establishing compassionate rapport with each client. I have extensive experience in Grief, Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Alzheimer's and other Dementias, Survivors of Suicide Loss, Substance Use Disorders, Chronic and Terminal Illness, Women’s Issues, Geriatric & Caregiver Issues, and Pet Loss.
I work from a collaborative, strength-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the authors of their own lives. I believe that everyone deserves a safe and healing environment to work through life’s difficulties. In order to create a secure and client-centered therapeutic relationship, I emphasize building trust and establishing compassionate rapport with each client. I have extensive experience in Grief, Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Alzheimer's and other Dementias, Survivors of Suicide Loss, Substance Use Disorders, Chronic and Terminal Illness, Women’s Issues, Geriatric & Caregiver Issues, and Pet Loss.
Dr. William Gibson, Ph.D.
Counselor, PhD, MS, LMHCA, LCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Grief and Loss experiences, Post suicide support for parents, siblings, and other primary relationships.
As a client-centered professional, I recognize the strength necessary for an individual to take the first step through the counselor's open door. Through trusting and empathetic positive relationship building, I join my clients in the exploration of a healthier, self-accepting perspective in addressing the challenging components of their life experience. All areas of my practice focus upon acceptance and healthy management of personal questions through the discovery of an enhanced understanding, within a positive environment, which utilizes personal strengths to contribute to a happier, self satisfying life experience.
Come take this walk with me...
Grief and Loss experiences, Post suicide support for parents, siblings, and other primary relationships.
As a client-centered professional, I recognize the strength necessary for an individual to take the first step through the counselor's open door. Through trusting and empathetic positive relationship building, I join my clients in the exploration of a healthier, self-accepting perspective in addressing the challenging components of their life experience. All areas of my practice focus upon acceptance and healthy management of personal questions through the discovery of an enhanced understanding, within a positive environment, which utilizes personal strengths to contribute to a happier, self satisfying life experience.
Come take this walk with me...
I have experience working with marriage, life transitions, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and spiritual well being.
There are times when everyone needs a listening ear to help guide them through life's challenges. I would be honored to assist you in this process of figuring out how to move through the confusion and frustrations that may be hindering your quality of life. Seeing the glimmer of hope return and the sparkle in ones eyes is my passion. Life can be an incredible journey, sometimes using a different map is the key.
I have experience working with marriage, life transitions, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and spiritual well being.
There are times when everyone needs a listening ear to help guide them through life's challenges. I would be honored to assist you in this process of figuring out how to move through the confusion and frustrations that may be hindering your quality of life. Seeing the glimmer of hope return and the sparkle in ones eyes is my passion. Life can be an incredible journey, sometimes using a different map is the key.
On Maternity Leave Until Fall 2024 - Life is most fulfilling when we know and honor our true selves, and learn to live authentically from that place. Challenging life events, like grief, childhood trauma, divorce, career changes, parenthood, and even everyday stressors may leave you feeling lost over time. As a psychotherapist, it is my job to help you learn the tools you need to navigate these stressors and begin building the life you really want.
On Maternity Leave Until Fall 2024 - Life is most fulfilling when we know and honor our true selves, and learn to live authentically from that place. Challenging life events, like grief, childhood trauma, divorce, career changes, parenthood, and even everyday stressors may leave you feeling lost over time. As a psychotherapist, it is my job to help you learn the tools you need to navigate these stressors and begin building the life you really want.
Whether you’re looking for family counseling, couples therapy, Lifespan Integration, support for men’s issues, trauma recovery, solutions for relationship issues, anger management therapy, anxiety treatment, stress management techniques, grief counseling, or help with other concerns, I would be honored to walk with you toward God’s best for your life.
As a Christian therapist with ten years of experience as a professional counselor and twenty years of experience in full-time pastoral ministry, I really do care about my clients. I love people and I find great satisfaction when my clients find success through personal and relational healing. I want you to know that you are safe to share whatever is on your heart and mind without fear of judgment. With a gentle, patient spirit, I will listen with care and compassion to really understand your story and help you process through the difficult and traumatic events in your life.
Whether you’re looking for family counseling, couples therapy, Lifespan Integration, support for men’s issues, trauma recovery, solutions for relationship issues, anger management therapy, anxiety treatment, stress management techniques, grief counseling, or help with other concerns, I would be honored to walk with you toward God’s best for your life.
As a Christian therapist with ten years of experience as a professional counselor and twenty years of experience in full-time pastoral ministry, I really do care about my clients. I love people and I find great satisfaction when my clients find success through personal and relational healing. I want you to know that you are safe to share whatever is on your heart and mind without fear of judgment. With a gentle, patient spirit, I will listen with care and compassion to really understand your story and help you process through the difficult and traumatic events in your life.
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 17 years experience working with humans of all ages in group and individual settings. I specialize in traumatic bereavement, grief , trauma , ADHD and anxiety. I have a family systems, and emotionally focused way of looking at things but I utilize many modalities. I try to incorporate compassion, nature, and energy psychology into my practice. I encourage my clients to trust their intuition and help guide you to find your true authentic self while encouraging self care. Finding balance in ones life can take help. Please contact me with any questions or inquiries to see if we’d be a good fit.
I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 17 years experience working with humans of all ages in group and individual settings. I specialize in traumatic bereavement, grief , trauma , ADHD and anxiety. I have a family systems, and emotionally focused way of looking at things but I utilize many modalities. I try to incorporate compassion, nature, and energy psychology into my practice. I encourage my clients to trust their intuition and help guide you to find your true authentic self while encouraging self care. Finding balance in ones life can take help. Please contact me with any questions or inquiries to see if we’d be a good fit.
Can you imagine that it's possible to behold your journey as an opportunity for growth, healing and enriched connections? What would it be like to know that you have the capacity to hold both grief and gratitude? It could be that you have come to a cross-road or are standing on significant thresholds as you face transitions, challenges and decision-making. Maybe grief has cracked you open, or you are struggling with illness and long to discover meaning and balance once again. Perhaps you have an emergent sense that there is “something more” that you are yearning for?
Can you imagine that it's possible to behold your journey as an opportunity for growth, healing and enriched connections? What would it be like to know that you have the capacity to hold both grief and gratitude? It could be that you have come to a cross-road or are standing on significant thresholds as you face transitions, challenges and decision-making. Maybe grief has cracked you open, or you are struggling with illness and long to discover meaning and balance once again. Perhaps you have an emergent sense that there is “something more” that you are yearning for?
I'd love to help you learn new ways to relate to others, care for yourself better, and overcome past pain, in order to have a healthier more peaceful life. Often past trauma, abandonment, addiction, affairs, and loss can leave us feeling hurt and lonely. I offer both traditional and Christian-based counseling, and would be honored to be a part of your journey. I specialize in couples work and have a passion for increasing connection and better communication. I also work with individuals ages 18 and up on past trauma, depression, anxiety, life changes and offer help getting out of destructive patterns and abusive relationships.
I'd love to help you learn new ways to relate to others, care for yourself better, and overcome past pain, in order to have a healthier more peaceful life. Often past trauma, abandonment, addiction, affairs, and loss can leave us feeling hurt and lonely. I offer both traditional and Christian-based counseling, and would be honored to be a part of your journey. I specialize in couples work and have a passion for increasing connection and better communication. I also work with individuals ages 18 and up on past trauma, depression, anxiety, life changes and offer help getting out of destructive patterns and abusive relationships.
Holly Hulst
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Poulsbo, WA 98370 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience helping adults manage: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life-transitions, mood instability, relational stress as well as those yearning to find more meaning in their life.
Even though it may not seem like it, often times our symptoms are messengers from a deep part of our own psyche, sent to inform us that we need to find new ways of relating to ourselves and those around us in order to reach our next level of growth. My philosophy is one of wholeness; our bodies, emotions, thoughts, and background work in unison to inform our present experience. It is my goal to help you find more flexibility within your experience, so that you can move towards the life that you truly want to be living.
I have experience helping adults manage: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life-transitions, mood instability, relational stress as well as those yearning to find more meaning in their life.
Even though it may not seem like it, often times our symptoms are messengers from a deep part of our own psyche, sent to inform us that we need to find new ways of relating to ourselves and those around us in order to reach our next level of growth. My philosophy is one of wholeness; our bodies, emotions, thoughts, and background work in unison to inform our present experience. It is my goal to help you find more flexibility within your experience, so that you can move towards the life that you truly want to be living.
I provide trauma-informed integrative care to individuals with a history of trauma, childhood trauma, neglect, and/or abuse, PTSD, C-PTSD, traumatic grief, and intergenerational trauma. As a whole, I work with individuals who come into therapy with a specific goal to address anxiety, mood, or ADHD symptoms to improve daily functioning. During our work, we often find that there is an undiagnosed, misdiagnosed, or unattended history of trauma that compounds mental health symptoms and overall functioning. We work to address symptoms and stabilize functioning through evidence-based interventions, along with process-based therapy.
I provide trauma-informed integrative care to individuals with a history of trauma, childhood trauma, neglect, and/or abuse, PTSD, C-PTSD, traumatic grief, and intergenerational trauma. As a whole, I work with individuals who come into therapy with a specific goal to address anxiety, mood, or ADHD symptoms to improve daily functioning. During our work, we often find that there is an undiagnosed, misdiagnosed, or unattended history of trauma that compounds mental health symptoms and overall functioning. We work to address symptoms and stabilize functioning through evidence-based interventions, along with process-based therapy.
Lisa Bernardin (She Her)
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Waitlist for new clients
With personal expertise in managing a host of life events, including grief and loss, depression and anxiety, major illness, marriage, parenting challenges, and aging issues, I offer not just professional tools and resources, but personal wisdom gleaned from my own life journey.
I am a general practice therapist treating children, youth and adult individuals in Washington state - primarily by Telehealth. As your therapist, I bring intentional listening skills, professional insight, and a safe, no-judgement space in which we can partner together to reach solutions that work for you. I believe that every person deserves "unconditional positive regard" and in our relationship you will know that I am on your side and working hard with you to find peace, hope, and a way forward. I do not treat couples.
With personal expertise in managing a host of life events, including grief and loss, depression and anxiety, major illness, marriage, parenting challenges, and aging issues, I offer not just professional tools and resources, but personal wisdom gleaned from my own life journey.
I am a general practice therapist treating children, youth and adult individuals in Washington state - primarily by Telehealth. As your therapist, I bring intentional listening skills, professional insight, and a safe, no-judgement space in which we can partner together to reach solutions that work for you. I believe that every person deserves "unconditional positive regard" and in our relationship you will know that I am on your side and working hard with you to find peace, hope, and a way forward. I do not treat couples.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, SUDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I've guided and supported people of all ages and backgrounds through various struggles, including addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and trauma. I've helped them gain knowledge, different perspectives, and practical skills, which have boosted their self-confidence and allowed many of them to heal, feel comfortable in their own skin, live according to their values, and create a meaningful life.
I've guided and supported people of all ages and backgrounds through various struggles, including addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and trauma. I've helped them gain knowledge, different perspectives, and practical skills, which have boosted their self-confidence and allowed many of them to heal, feel comfortable in their own skin, live according to their values, and create a meaningful life.
Bayview Counseling and Consulting
Counselor, LMHC, CMHS, GMHS, DDS, BDCert
Verified Verified
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Experienced in sexual assault, trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting and grief groups.
Need for clarity and improve insight? Counseling is a great avenue to enhance your perspective, improve outlook and renew your spirit. 30 plus years expertise in development, trauma, family systems, parenting, ADHD, couples therapy, depression, anxiety, grief, stress, sexual abuse, trauma, Autism/Aspergers, life transitions and neuroscience, Marcia uses a variety of modalities, depending on need of client(s), CBT, TFCBT, Adult Attachment, Safe Sound Protocol, Family Systems, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Guided Imagery, Anger Management,
Experienced in sexual assault, trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting and grief groups.
Need for clarity and improve insight? Counseling is a great avenue to enhance your perspective, improve outlook and renew your spirit. 30 plus years expertise in development, trauma, family systems, parenting, ADHD, couples therapy, depression, anxiety, grief, stress, sexual abuse, trauma, Autism/Aspergers, life transitions and neuroscience, Marcia uses a variety of modalities, depending on need of client(s), CBT, TFCBT, Adult Attachment, Safe Sound Protocol, Family Systems, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Guided Imagery, Anger Management,
Emily Hester-McCullough
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Poulsbo, WA 98370 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Emily, welcome to my practice! My goal is to work to help others build healthy relationships in their personal and professional lives. I work with Individuals struggling with anxiety and past trauma, as well as, couples using the Gottman method. My goal is to help you discover yourself in new ways and bring awareness to themes in your life and how they relate to your family of origin. I use various methods to help others with anxiety, depression, processing loss and trauma, as well as, family conflict and relationship issues.
Hello! I’m Emily, welcome to my practice! My goal is to work to help others build healthy relationships in their personal and professional lives. I work with Individuals struggling with anxiety and past trauma, as well as, couples using the Gottman method. My goal is to help you discover yourself in new ways and bring awareness to themes in your life and how they relate to your family of origin. I use various methods to help others with anxiety, depression, processing loss and trauma, as well as, family conflict and relationship issues.
Shannon Tallon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Compassion and humor is what you will experience in my office. I cultivate a safe place for you to be your authentic and vulnerable self as we work together to achieve your therapeutic goals. My clients consist of individuals ranging from 15 years old - 70 years old, with a wide array of issues related to communication, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, conflict management, intimacy, trauma, and stress. My Master's in Counseling and post-graduate certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy have equipped me to effectively and compassionately work with people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Compassion and humor is what you will experience in my office. I cultivate a safe place for you to be your authentic and vulnerable self as we work together to achieve your therapeutic goals. My clients consist of individuals ranging from 15 years old - 70 years old, with a wide array of issues related to communication, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, conflict management, intimacy, trauma, and stress. My Master's in Counseling and post-graduate certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy have equipped me to effectively and compassionately work with people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
e Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, MDiv, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Poulsbo, WA 98370 (Online Only)
You may be suffering from the pain of depression and anxiety. You can be depressed or anxious for many reasons, divorce, loss of job, trauma, or for reasons you cannot put into words. You may not be functioning as your best self at work, in relationships or even in leisure time. You need help.
You may be suffering from the pain of depression and anxiety. You can be depressed or anxious for many reasons, divorce, loss of job, trauma, or for reasons you cannot put into words. You may not be functioning as your best self at work, in relationships or even in leisure time. You need help.
If you’ve considered counseling to deal with a difficult phase of life, compulsive or addictive behaviors, a distinct challenge, specific traumas, anger, grief, loss, or other distressing emotions that leave you feeling isolated, stuck, and without resources, now's the time.
Taking new clients. Offices in Port Orchard & Silverdale. Couples, Adults, Men, Women, or teens. Humanistic, client-centered, flexible, solution & strengths based approach. Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationships, Addictions, Men's issues - change YOU want is my priority. When people feel respected and encouraged, they can grow in confidence and effectiveness. Our work will be tailored for meaningful, enduring change in any circumstance. Using CBT, REBT, acceptance (ACT) plus a combination of contemporary, innovative modalities to build resilience and courage to face change. Christian counseling available. LGBTQ friendly.
If you’ve considered counseling to deal with a difficult phase of life, compulsive or addictive behaviors, a distinct challenge, specific traumas, anger, grief, loss, or other distressing emotions that leave you feeling isolated, stuck, and without resources, now's the time.
Taking new clients. Offices in Port Orchard & Silverdale. Couples, Adults, Men, Women, or teens. Humanistic, client-centered, flexible, solution & strengths based approach. Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationships, Addictions, Men's issues - change YOU want is my priority. When people feel respected and encouraged, they can grow in confidence and effectiveness. Our work will be tailored for meaningful, enduring change in any circumstance. Using CBT, REBT, acceptance (ACT) plus a combination of contemporary, innovative modalities to build resilience and courage to face change. Christian counseling available. LGBTQ friendly.
Kelly Druin Sievertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370
I focus on adults and adolescents with trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety.
Life's stressors can be overwhelming. Therapy shows us new ways of being and engaging through practicing adaptive skills and mindfulness. I help my clients uncover connections between past experiences that shape their current ways of coping. This leads to the ability to recognize inner strengths, identify and embrace discomfort, and cultivate self-compassion to find peace and true connection. With empathetic listening in a safe environment, I strive to be my client’s ally. I use cognitive and somatic modalities to connect mind and body and tailor my approach to your needs, even using humor when appropriate!
I focus on adults and adolescents with trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety.
Life's stressors can be overwhelming. Therapy shows us new ways of being and engaging through practicing adaptive skills and mindfulness. I help my clients uncover connections between past experiences that shape their current ways of coping. This leads to the ability to recognize inner strengths, identify and embrace discomfort, and cultivate self-compassion to find peace and true connection. With empathetic listening in a safe environment, I strive to be my client’s ally. I use cognitive and somatic modalities to connect mind and body and tailor my approach to your needs, even using humor when appropriate!
Giselle Macfarlane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370
As an LMFT serving Bainbridge Island, I utilize a humanistic, evidence-based, emotionally focused perspective with children, youth, and adults with concerns including anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma, self-harm, identity, and gender questioning issues. I find Lifespan Integration and Somatic Transformation helpful in resolving trauma. I treat couples and families working through conflict, life transitions, divorce, grief, and loss. Additionally, I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and a Washington State Supervisor offering supervision to associates.
As an LMFT serving Bainbridge Island, I utilize a humanistic, evidence-based, emotionally focused perspective with children, youth, and adults with concerns including anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma, self-harm, identity, and gender questioning issues. I find Lifespan Integration and Somatic Transformation helpful in resolving trauma. I treat couples and families working through conflict, life transitions, divorce, grief, and loss. Additionally, I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and a Washington State Supervisor offering supervision to associates.
Diane M. Stuart, MSW, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Waitlist for new clients
I work with men and women who are struggling with symptoms of depression and/ or anxiety, issues of grief and loss, compulsive eating, relationship/family and family-of-origin issues, as well as life-phase-transition issues. I am particularly attuned to how early life attachment relationships impact clients' interpersonal functioning as adults. Other special interest areas include working with clients with adrenal fatigue, individuals/ couples struggling with issues as related to fertility challenges and working with/ diagnosing clients with ADHD. I am qualified and licensed to conduct ADD/ADHD assessments and to assign a diagnosis accordingly.
I work with men and women who are struggling with symptoms of depression and/ or anxiety, issues of grief and loss, compulsive eating, relationship/family and family-of-origin issues, as well as life-phase-transition issues. I am particularly attuned to how early life attachment relationships impact clients' interpersonal functioning as adults. Other special interest areas include working with clients with adrenal fatigue, individuals/ couples struggling with issues as related to fertility challenges and working with/ diagnosing clients with ADHD. I am qualified and licensed to conduct ADD/ADHD assessments and to assign a diagnosis accordingly.
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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.