grief counseling fort worth

GRIEF COUNSELING

FORT WORTH

We specialize in grief counseling to help you navigate loss and find hope.

Understanding the Grief Journey

Grief is a multifaceted experience that impacts individuals in various ways. It is not limited to the loss of a loved one; non-death losses, such as divorce or difficult life transition, or job loss, can also elicit profound grief. The intense emotions associated with grief can range from sadness and anger to confusion and guilt. People may experience physical pain or symptoms such as fatigue or difficulty concentrating.

Every individual's grief journey is unique, influenced by personal circumstances, relationships, and coping mechanisms. Recognizing this uniqueness is crucial, as there is no "right" way to grieve. Professional support, such as counseling or support groups, can provide invaluable assistance in navigating these complex emotions. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Grief is a personal yet shared human experience, and no one should have to endure it alone.

How Can Grief Counseling Help?

Successfully navigating the grieving process is something a person should never have to do on their own. Working with a professional grief counselor is an experience that differs greatly from processing your pain with friends or family. As trained therapists, we offer a safe space to feel all of the complicated emotions that grief brings, without the false silver linings that often come from loved ones not trained in grief counseling. Some of the benefits to working with a professional grief therapist include:

Emotionally process intense feelings such as anger, depression, fear, guilt, and disbelief that make up the grieving process.

Learn coping skills that can help you deal with the emotional pain involved in moving forward and healing. Grief therapists provide tools helping individuals to acquire long lasting resilience.

Decrease isolation by having a professional walk with you on your journey towards greater peace. Human contact is healing when overcoming great loss and trauma.

The therapeutic relationship also helps individuals and grieving families by instilling hope through encouragement that relief is possible and joy still exists.

Loss of any kind is a struggle for us, and feelings of grief at that loss are a normal expression of that. Beyond losing a loved through death, grief is felt when we lose many types of relationships. Perhaps our grief is caused by divorce, losing our job, moving, or transitioning to a new season of our lives; whatever the cause the sense of loss can be profound. Having someone to help when we are struggling and walk with us on our path towards peace acceptance is leads us to a freer heart.

Why Choose Noyau Wellness Center for Grief Counseling?

Offering individual and group sessions, we strive to help our clients heal in a safe space where they can cry, scream, laugh and heal. Discussing past traumas, difficult life transitions, complicated relationships, and loss, are all part of the work our grief counselor will guide you through on your path to acceptance.

  • Over 15 years experience in the field of grief counseling

  • Extensive experience in helping grieving families find peace after a traumatic event such as the loss of a loved one.

  • Therapists that receive continued training and education on working with grief.

  • Offices in both Dallas and Fort Worth TX, as well as Telehealth to make getting the help you need as convent as possible.

  • Easily access our online schedule or get answers to your questions from our caring front office manager.

8 of the Best Fort Worth Grief Counselors

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    1. Christina Iverson, MCRC, CRC, LPC

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Rehabilitation Counselor

    • Education: Master's of Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas

    • Specialties: Individual Counseling Services, Anxiety, Depression, Families

    Meet Christina
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    2. Angela S. Taylor, MA, LPC-S

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor

    • Education: Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman's University

    • Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Relationships/Sex, Grief/Loss, Self Esteem, Life Coaching, Addiction

    Meet Angela
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    3. Tristin Tice, LPC-Associate

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Supervised by Charity Haigans, LPC-S

    • Education: Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sam Houston State University

    • Additional Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma

    Meet Tristin
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    4. Ciara Kennedy, MS, LPC-Associate

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Supervised by

    • Education: Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University-Commerce

    • Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, LGBTQ+ Issues, Chronic Pain, Codependency, Life Transitions

    Meet Ciara
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    5. Justine Guzman, MA, LPC-S

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor

    • Education: Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman's University

    • Specialties: Relationships/Sex, Families, Eating Disorders, LGBTQ

    Meet Justine
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    6. Charity Haigans, MA, LPC-S

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor

    • Education: Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Amberton University

    • Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Family/Parenting, Adolescents, Self Esteem, Life Coaching

    Meet Charity
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    7. Lauren Hernandez-Short, LPC-Associate

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Supervised by Pedro Blanco, LPC-S

    • Education: Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health from Tarleton State University

    • Specialties: Child-Centered Play Therapy, Parenting, Adolescents, Trauma, ADHD, Neurodivergence, Depression, Anxiety

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    8. Tara Long, LPC-Associate

    • Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Supervised by Stephanie Hooton LPC-S

    • Education: Master's Degree in Counseling from St. Edwards University

    • Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Families, Adolescents, Relationships

    Meet Tara

FAQs about Grief Counseling

  • It is truly painful for us to watch as someone we care for struggles through the grieving process. No matter the source of their grief, it is vital that you allow them to feel whatever they are feeling. Making space to simply sit with someone, without judgement or the need to 'fix' their pain, is the most important thing you can do for someone who is grieving. Our natural response may be to want to help them "feel better" causing us to rush them through the process. The best support you can offer is to allow them to be in water phase of grief they are in. Working with a therapist is especially helpful for that reason. Our therapists are trained to help both adults and children as they experience these complex emotions.

  • While there are many types of mental health professionals it is important to work with someone who has experience in grief counseling and the educational background to go along with that. In Texas Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) or LPC Associates, are trained in grief counseling and certified by the Texas State Board. When choosing a counselor that is right for you, look for a board certified counselor.

    In addition to credentials you'll want a therapist that feels right for you. The therapeutic relationship is powerful and necessary for successful outcomes. If you don't feel your therapist is the best fit for your personality it is important to discuss that and find someone who you feel comfortable with.

  • Our therapists work to meet the client where they are at emotionally. We make space to allow you to feel the wide range of emotions that come with loss. We offer guidance on how to cope with such feelings and tools to help you as you move forward. We seek to help you succeed in finding the peace you deserve.

Get the support you need to cope with grief and loss.

Grief comes in many forms and creates a marked moment from which one part of life ends and the next begins. The transition through grief and into peace can be long and difficult. We may often be tempted to isolate during times of emotional pain and pull away from those that want to offer their support, or even shun the idea of ever finding the acceptance we need to move forward. This is a normal part of the grieving process, but not one that needs to persist.

Our experienced therapists are here to help you navigate through these complex feelings and help you find the means to cope with the pain of your loss. Through therapeutic techniques and an authentic understanding of what the grief process is, we can help you find that feeling of profound peace. Our therapists will encourage and empower you with tools to create life long resilience.

If you are experiencing feelings of grief or sadness due to a recent loss, please reach out to us. No one should sit in their grief alone, we are honored to be here with you as you heal.

Additional Resources for Healing From Grief

  • www.dougy.org - Online information resources for individuals of all ages translated in many languages

  • www.missfoundation.org - Support for families experiencing traumatic grief, by providing support packages and resources for family members.