Loss or Grief therapists in Independence, MO
Browse Loss or Grief therapists in Independence, Missouri. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Grief
Debra Younger
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC, LPC, LMHC, CCPT
CHANGE = LOSS = GRIEF. Change is a part of life, but what isn't readily known, is that all change, whether it be good or bad, creates loss and all loss has to be grieved. No matter what the loss is, the grieving process is the same. In our work together you will become familiar with the grieving process and discover ways to help in your healing process.
13 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Grief
Paul W Anderson, PhD
Psychologist, Licensed counseling psychologist, Licensed Addictions counselor, PsyPact
Because loss is a regular part of life, so is grieving. Grief is an understandable and natural response to change and transition. Some of the most severe losses include losing a dear partner, your job, family member or good friend. Perhaps the most difficult loss occurs when we lose our hopes and dreams.
<br>I can help you move through your transitions. I can show you how to grieve in a healthy way so that your loss supports and matures you rather than tearing you down.
45 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Grief
Tracy Hadel
Counselor/Therapist, LSCSW
Grief is the pain we all experience after a meaningful loss. Sometimes, support from family and friends is not enough to facilitate healthy grieving, especially with the loss of a child. This is where grief therapy and/or support groups with an expert can help one find peace.
36 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Grief
Dr. Leigh Anne Randa
Psychologist, PhD
Distress from loss and grief are often mistaken for depression. While they share some common signs, treatment for grief and loss require distinctly different approaches from treatment for depression. Dr. Randa models therapy for grief and loss on a four task program: 1) accepting that the loss has occurred and the reality of the loss, 2) Processing the pain by allowing oneself to feel the loss, 3) Adjusting to life now, externally, internally, and spiritually, and 4) Creating a lasting connection with the lost in the midst of moving on with life. The tasks are not necessarily achieved in any order, but all are necessary for most effective recovery.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Independence, MO
Online in Independence, MO
Grief
Kirk Shelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Grief doesn’t follow a straight line, and it can feel isolating. Together, we’ll process the pain of loss, uncover the emotions tied to it, and work toward healing. Using EMDR and a compassionate, person-centered approach, we’ll navigate the tough journey of finding meaning and moving forward.
10 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Grief
Jessica Oliver, Aspire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Loss and grief can knock even the most well adjusted person off their feet. Some of our therapists specialize in loss and grief work. We can help you fully experience the various emotions that come with loss and grief.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Independence, MO
Online in Independence, MO
Grief
Dr. Ann Becker-Schutte; Healthy Balanced Life Psychology, LLC
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Grief is a nearly universal experience. At some point, each of us will face the loss of a parent, spouse, sibling or other significant individual. In 2021, all of us have faced the loss of our pre-pandemic normal. In my practice, I have provided ongoing support to those facing both traditional and complicated grief.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Independence, MO
Online in Independence, MO
Grief
Taylor Esworthy
Marriage and Family Therapist, PLMFT
Grief doesn’t follow a timeline and can show up in unexpected ways. I offer a space where you can talk about your loss openly without pressure to move on. We’ll make room for your experience while finding ways to carry your grief with support and care.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Independence, MO
Online in Independence, MO
Independence is a Kansas City suburb with a distinctive character rooted in its historical significance as the starting point of the Oregon and Santa Fe Trails and as the world headquarters of the Community of Christ—a significant Latter Day Saint denomination—as well as being the hometown of President Harry S. Truman, a combination that gives the city a particular civic identity unusual for a suburb of its size. The religious community anchored by the Community of Christ Temple creates both a strong support network and specific mental health considerations around faith, doubt, and community belonging for those navigating their relationship with the church. Centerpoint Medical Center and the broader Kansas City health system provide behavioral health resources to Independence and surrounding communities. Common therapy concerns include faith and spiritual identity, commuter stress from the Kansas City metro, economic anxiety, family and relationship issues, and the particular dynamics of a community where civic pride and religious heritage are deeply intertwined.
Loss or Grief therapists in Independence, MO Statistics
Loss or Grief therapists in Independence, MO average 17 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 30% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |