![Laurel Fay, M.S., LCMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/laurel-fay.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Laurel Fay, M.S., LCMFT
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
In 20910 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Our society doesn't always do such a great job understanding grief and loss...well-meaning friends and family just want you to "move on" and "be okay". When I work with clients around grief and loss, I try to educate them on the wave-like quality of grief; that it comes in waves, and ebbs and flows. Just because it comes back occasionally doesn't mean you're not healing - it takes time, patience and understanding, but you can heal.
![Sean Slevin, LPC, LMFT, NCC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/sean-slevin.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Sean Slevin, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, National Certified Counselor
In 22101 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Learning how to healthily grieve is foundational to experiencing peace in the midst of a broken world. We all experience various forms of loss, from the "little" disappointments that we don't even consciously notice, to the catastrophic losses that feel as though they will drown us. We are relational beings who are meant to grieve and work through all of these in the context of relationships. As one who is no stranger to loss, I know how scared we can be to face our grief and loss. And I know the great peace and strength that comes through doing so. I would be honored to guide and walk with you in your grief journey, helping you to eventually find new life on the other side of your loss.
![Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/amy-wagner.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Amy Wagner, LMFT, LMHC
Relationship and Trauma Therapist/EMDR Consultant/Business Coach - Licensed in Virginia and Florida
In 20170 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Grief and loss can be so difficult to manage and come out of nowhere. When we work together, we will gently learn the about the grief journey you are experiencing. As we learn your life experiences, we may find that some of the distress is rooted in early childhood trauma and attachment wounding. We will welcome all parts of yourself and learn about the challenging messages you may have grown up with that manifested into the distress you feel today. Disordered eating can be a messenger, an alarm telling you that it is time to heal experiences from earlier in life. I am trained in using EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy and Expressive Arts to help you become your best self.
![Linda Ritchie, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/linda-ritchie.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Linda Ritchie, Ph.D.
Licensed Professional Counselor/Marriage & Family Therapist
In 22031 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Grief encompasses a broad range of feelings and behaviors that are common after a loss. Sadness is the most common feeling . It is common and expected to experience sadness if you have lost someone you love. One of the most important factors in healing is having support. Even if you are not normally comfortable talking about your feelings under normal circumstance, it is important to have some place where you can express them when your grieving. We can help you gain an understanding of your feelings and provide you coping strategies for dealing with the loss.
![Marsha Lucas, PhD](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/marsha-lucas.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Marsha Lucas, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
In 20036 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
As much as any of us might wish grief and loss weren't a part of life, if we can integrate them into who you become, we really do grow to a better version of ourselves. The pain of grief isn't something to "get over," and the messages we sometimes get from others to do it can lead to withdrawal, more pain, and more feelings of loss. Working through your grief isn't about "closure" -- trying to close the door on your sadness and loss doesn't serve you. But with support, you can find your way forward to growth, joy, and a fuller life.
![Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kevin-fleming,-ph.d..jpg)
Grief Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 20005 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Grey Matters International and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D approaches issues of grief & loss through the lens of innovation----instead of growing the same neural networks responsible for the pain in weekly therapy sessions, we reset the brain to move forward quicker and efficiently by working on the stuck limbic system so as to empower the person with more success and traction. For no one wants to stay in a grief mode for too long; but when you don’t include the brain in your work with someone, you risk describing the water to them while they drown and calling it success. Contact Grey Matters International, Inc now at kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.
![Gina Binder, LPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/gina-binder.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Gina Binder, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 20110 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
When a loved one exits your life, chaos enters. People tell you they know how you feel, but you know the truth: the grief response is unique to each individual. No one can crawl into your head and truly get your experience of loss. And reconciling your life with a loved one's death is overwhelming. Yet it can be done. It won't be easy, but change is possible. I learned this truth from my own experience of grief that began with the unexpected death of my husband. If my thoughts resonate with you, contact me. We can discuss your concerns and determine if I'm a good fit. You don't have to walk this road of loss alone.
![Keith Miller & Associates Counseling](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/keith-miller-0-associates-counseling.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Keith Miller & Associates Counseling
Psychotherapists, Psychiatrist, and Couples Counselors
In 20036 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Grief and loss do not have to take over your life! There is a way to recover from unexpected loss and find life where there was once only grief. Find out more about a compassionate and structured way to heal, that makes use of and redeems difficult or painful emotions that get triggered from grief and loss. Your mind remembers (even if you think you've forgotten) how to balance itself. We use an effective and modern counseling approach that taps into the brain's amazing ability to re-mold itself when faced with catastrophic loss or pain. All psychotherapies aren't the same when it comes to knowing how to quickly facilitate this natural brain mechanism. Visit our website for free resources.
![Jason Powell, LMFT, CST](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jason-powell.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Jason Powell, LMFT, CST
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
In 20009 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Losing someone or something is incredibly hard. I believe that one of the great myths that we are told is simply that “time heals all wounds.” Time can actually reinforce the pain of loss and it is important to mourn and grieve that which we no longer have. I am honored to partner with my clients on their journey through healing and finding peace after a loss. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
![Mary Lou Lyon, LPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/mary-lou-lyon.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Mary Lou Lyon, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 22101 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Loss is a very real experience in every life. You may be facing the loss of a job, a financial downturn, the break-up of a relationship, an illness or even the death of a loved one. In therapy, I can help you through this loss and share in your grieving process. I believe that learning to grieve well our losses is an essential part of life and growth. Grieving in the presence of a caring person can be very healing.
![Earta Norwood, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/earta-norwood.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Earta Norwood, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
In 22304 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
The pain of loss can be intense and all-consuming. Sorrow isolates you from others, even from those close to you who are likely also struggling through similar pain. Activities you once found meaningful, probably seem like a distant memory. The grief can make you feel lost and out-of-control. The goal of therapy for grief is to help you rebuild the ability to connect with others, restore purpose, and experience joy, while you transform the pain of loss into treasured memories.
![Reginald Cunningham, EdD, LPC, LCPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/reginald-cunningham.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Reginald Cunningham, EdD, LPC, LCPC
Counseling Psychologist
In 20036 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Though I don't pathologies grief and loss, I help to prevent it from continuing to burden your life by (1) allowing you to freely talk about the deceased; (2) assisting with distinguishing grief from a traumatic event, and (3) assist you in dealing with any guilt and effectively organize your grief. We support persons encountering grief, adjusting to loss, in need of bereavement care, as well as seeking support while facing an anticipated loss.
![Susan Gorman, LCSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/susan-gorman.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Susan Gorman, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 22101 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Grief and loss can require therapy because they frequently involve trauma--death, divorce, moves, job losses. They lead to a feeling of loss-of-control in many areas of life, even when the control you had is actually still there. In therapy, we work through the loss and accompanying grief, and find ways to express your feelings while still recognizing the trauma--and the reasons for the loss. We create coping mechanisms and turn negative ideas into positive ones.
![Kathleen Hanagan, LCSW, TEP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kathleen-hanagan.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Kathleen Hanagan, LCSW, TEP
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 22301 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Working with a grieving person is deep and delicate work, as all the other losses prior to the present one arise. There is a non-linear process that takes time, and the willingness to honor the grieving process. In addition to talk therapy, I often use Brainspotting (https://brainspotting.pro/) or Biofield tuning (https://biofieldtuning.com/) to help the person release the emotions from the body. Ultimately, grieving is about acceptance and love.
![Dr. Beverly Wright, (D.Min.)](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/dr.-beverly-wright.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Dr. Beverly Wright, (D.Min.)
Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor
In 20006 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Everyone reacts to death differently. Some become numb and will eventually disconnect from friends. Despair sets in as the reality of the loss settles. The grieving process can be long and isolating. My objective is to counsel the soul with methods generated by the Spirit of God. So that the process is in reliance to Him. Receiving reassurance and feeling understood is also part of the counseling process and will make the recovery process more complete during one of life's most challenging times. Even Jesus wept. It is okay to do so. It is both natural and biblical to grieve. It is part of the healing process that I look forward to helping you through. You are not alone.
![Megan Szczepanik, LCSW, c-IRT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/megan-szczepanik.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Megan Szczepanik, LCSW, c-IRT
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 20852 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
The grieving process is intensely personal and intensely painful. It can feel as if the world has gone crazy and is spinning away without you. How do you make sense of anything in the face of such pain? The simplest tasks can feel impossible. Going to the grocery store, visiting the bank, walking the dog, and even making your morning coffee can trigger a heart-wrenching ache. With mindfulness and support, you CAN begin to heal and weave your loss into the tapestry of your life. You will laugh again, dream again, and love again.
![Alison Huang, NCC, LCPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/alison-huang.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Alison Huang, NCC, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
In 20910 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
When someone lost the loved one, he/she will experience different feelings, such as sad, angry, lonely, confused, and guilty. When these strong emotions all come together at the same time, one can be overwhelmed. Hence, grief counseling can help. Everyone goes through birth, aging, sickness, and death, and grief is a normal process of human’s life. Grief counseling gives you an opportunity to find a better way to memorize the loved one while moving forward your life.
![C J Medearis, Th.D, Ph.D, D.D, Life Coach](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/c-j-medearis.jpg)
Grief Counselor
C J Medearis, Th.D, Ph.D, D.D, Life Coach
An Innovative Theology Social-Psychologist
In 20066 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
One's grief and loss is very important for you to define with help and then work out each area until you have learned how to see the flags and cope with the truth. The fiction must be discovered from the truth, otherwise one will stay trapped. It's ok to cycle between the different stages of grief as long as you do not get stuck. It is a major key for me to listen to your pain. I have a free e-book called "Don't Waste Your Pain" Go download it; it's free to you.
![Cynthia Turner, LCSW, LSATP, MAC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/cynthia-turner.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Cynthia Turner, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Insight Into Action Therapy
In 22033 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
There is no right way to grieve. Each person and each experience is different. Loss affects even the strongest relationships and people can feel off balance for a long time. Sometimes people feel like they will never be happy again or feel guilty when they do experience a moment of pleasure. We will help you explore where you may be feeling stuck and develop ways to adjust to a new normal.
![Anita Gadhia-Smith, PsyD, LCSW-C, LICSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/anita-gadhia-smith.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Anita Gadhia-Smith, PsyD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Psychotherapist
In 20007 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Grief and loss are some of the most difficult issues we can encounter. The feelings can be very intense and feel as though they will never end. All feelings have a beginning, a middle, and an end. As we move through the stages of grief, we can feel confused about what is normal and what is to be expected. Seeking help will allow you to move through your issues more quickly and effectively. I will assist you in moving through the grief process towards healing and expanded growth.
![Lifebulb Counseling and Therapy, LCSW, Ph.D](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/lifebulb-counseling-and-therapy.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Lifebulb Counseling and Therapy, LCSW, Ph.D
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 22310 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Grief is an intense feeling of sadness or sorrow. You can try to suppress your grief but can’t avoid it forever. We are here to help you face it head-on with bereavement therapy. Understanding the different types of grief is important so we’re better prepared and so we can be supportive of others who are going through it. It's your battle, but you don't need to fight alone. We are here to help you with grief counseling.
![Jill Weber, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jill-weber.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Jill Weber, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
In 22102 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Some individuals enter psychotherapy without serious mental health symptoms but are managing a difficult life transition like a divorce, family changes, death/bereavement, moving, processing identity changes, adoption, job changes and medical issues. These individuals are often looking for a place to process this transition and to gain support for the life change. Psychotherapy is not only for a psychiatric diagnosis, like depression or anxiety, some enter therapy to process transitions so that they may better manage their life and achieve their goals. Some people dread the life transition they are facing or fear change; therapy helps these people to feel enriched by the life event and/or develop an enhanced sense of meaning or purpose as a result....(view profile to read more)
![Laurieann Duarte, LCSW-C](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/laurieann-duarte.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Laurieann Duarte, LCSW-C
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 20895 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Learn how to work with you grief due to loss. Understand that this is your journey to go through in the best way for yourself. Acquire emotional support; develop awareness and understanding; and utilize techniques that help you get through your time of sorrow in your own time. There is no defined time for grieving; only and acknowledgement and learning of how to live with it.
![Kristin Rosenthal, MA, LPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kristin-rosenthal.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Kristin Rosenthal, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 22307 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Everyone faces grief and loss, whether it’s over a romantic relationship or a job ending, a physical health problem, or the death of a loved one. We offer support to face grief, understand it, follow the innate mourning process, and integrate the change into life and your sense of self. We offer a safe place to explore the range of emotions which accompany loss, which really matters when friends and family don’t know how to stay with and witness the pain and sorrow. Grieving has its own demands and pace, and we will stay with you through it.
![Dr. Thomas Luttrell, PhD, LCMFT, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/dr.-thomas-luttrell.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Dr. Thomas Luttrell, PhD, LCMFT, LMFT
Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Coach
In 20814 - Nearby to Fort Belvoir.
Are you struggling to find your way through the painful journey of grief and loss? As a compassionate and experienced therapist, I am here to guide you towards healing and renewed hope. Together, we will create a safe and supportive space where you can freely express your emotions and unravel the complexities of your grief. Through active listening, empathy, and personalized therapeutic techniques, I will help you navigate the stages of grief, offering validation and understanding every step of the way, to help find meaning amidst the darkness. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey towards healing, acceptance, and growth. You don't have to face this alone.
Compassionate Bereavement Services in Fort Belvoir, VA.
Thank you for visiting our Virginia search of licensed grief specialists in Fort Belvoir. Moving through grief after loss is difficult. Therapy helps through listening, by having someone there with you who understands the stages and process of grieving. You can find help for grief in Fort Belvoir right now, please contact a provider above, you can email 24/7.
Fort Belvoir is located in Fairfax County, Virginia. It has a land area of 8.78 square miles and a water area of 0.14 square miles.  The population of Fort Belvoir is 7,942 people with 2,006 households and a median annual income of $69,653. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Fort Belvoir, VA
Generally Affordable
Therapists in Fort Belvoir are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Fort Belvoir public health department.