GRIEF CERTIFIED COUNSELOR
How to Find the Right Grief Certified Support
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Professional Certifications and Licenses
Bachelor of Counselling (Australian College of Applied Psychology)
Grief Educator Certification (David Kessler)
Services Offered
Face-to-face counselling for grief and loss. I am deeply passionate about working with grief and loss. I understand each person’s grief journey is unique. There is no “one size fits all”. I can also provide counselling for many mental health-based issues caused by stress, bullying and relationship issues.
Professional Certifications and Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts and Connecticut, LICSW, LCSW. Certified in Internal Family Systems.
Services Offered
I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker licensed in Massachusetts and Connecticut providing in person and teletherapy sessions, I practice a holistic approach to grief and counseling using modalities that include the body as part of the healing process. These modalities include Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction/Cognitive Therapy, Mindful Self-Compassion, and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (Preparation and Integration only). I became a Grief Educator in the process of my own grief journey and found that approaching grief from a natural non-pathologizing place allowed for a profound shift in how I life my life and serve others as a therapist.
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Professional Certifications and Licenses
- Certified Grief Educator by David Kessler + grief.com;
- PhD in psychology – Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Bulgaria;
- Licensed psychodrama therapist by the Institute for Psychodrama Practice “Chiron”, Bulgaria – a training institution of FEPTO;
- Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology – Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Bulgaria;
- Master’s degree in Social Psychology – Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Bulgaria;
- Master’s degree in Forensic Psychological Expertise, with a second specialty in Forensic Science Expertise – Varna Free University “Chernorizets Hrabar”, Bulgaria;
- Postgraduate qualification in Psycho-Social Assessment of Risky and Deviant Behavior – Varna Free University “Chernorizets Hrabar”.
Services Offered
I am a psychodrama therapist and a certified grief educator. I have worked in-person and online with individuals and groups since 2005. I am also a co-founder of a peer support group for bereaved parents “Sled Zagubata” (After the Loss) in Bulgaria.
I offer you professional help on your unique grief path. At your own pace, and in harmony with your beliefs, we will walk together through the challenges of everyday life after the loss. As a bereaved parent, I understand that grief does not disappear over time because our loved ones remain in our hearts forever. Your grief will be witnessed gently. You will find your own meaning of the life beyond the loss. At the same time, we will keep the loving memory of the person you have lost and honor them. I believe that you can navigate through grief in dignity and self-compassion. And you can live and love fully again.
Spoken languages: Bulgarian and English
Professional Certifications and Licenses
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy (EMDR)
Services Offered
I specialize in working with men who struggle with anxiety, relationship issues, and grif challenges. Many men face difficulties in expressing their emotions, managing stress, or navigating intimacy and communication in their relationships, which can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, or insecurity. I provide a non-judgmental space where men can explore their emotions, break free from societal expectations, and develop healthier coping strategies. Through my trauma-informed and evidence-based approach, I help men build emotional resilience, improve their relationships, and lead more fulfilling lives.
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Professional Certifications and Licenses
- M. S.W., 1986, S.U.N.Y. at Albany, School of Social Welfare, Albany, NY.
- Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) l986 (C), 1997(R), 2005 (LCSW) State of New York (R-034680).
- Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) 1988, NYS.
- Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) 2008, USA.
- Certified Sex Therapist, (C.S.T.), 2016, USA.
- Certified Provider, World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), Global Education Initiative (GEI), 2019.
- Certified Mentor, World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), Global Education Initiative (GEI), 2019.
- Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor (CSTS), 2019
- Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (AAMFT), 2020/
- Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Supervisor, 2021
- Certified Grief Counselor, 2021.
Services Offered
Arlene (Ari) Istar Lev LCSW-R, CASAC, CSTS is a Social Worker, Family therapist, and Certified Grief Educator.
She has nearly 35 year of experience working with diverse populations, with special training working with LGBTQ individuals and their families. She is especially interested in providing support for families who have lost children, as well as those living with grief related to raising children with mental health challenges.
In addition to providing clinical and support work for grievers, Ms. Lev offers supervision, consultation, and mentorship for social workers, and other mental health providers. She is an approved Mentor with the GEI (Global Education Initiative) for applicants seeking WPATH Certification, a Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor through ASSECT, and an approved AAMFT Supervisor. She is also a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor and Supervisor.
Professional Certifications and Licenses
Certified Grief Educator
Licensed Clinical Social Worker-ID
Services Offered
I am a certified grief educator. I am a licensed clinical Social Worker that has extensive grief experience personally and professionally. I provide individual grief counseling in the office or on-line where you are able to be witness and supported in your grief. I am able to see families for grief in office, home, or the community such as a park. I offer intimate in office, closed grief groups that provide a nurturing environment where you are able to share your grief with others who are in grief.
Professional Certifications and Licenses
1. Certified Grief Therapist – # 105335
2. College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario (CRPO) – # 009381
3. Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP) – # 3979-G
Services Offered
All life transitions and losses need to be supported.
Many have experienced loss of income and identity, loss of loved ones, relationship losses, or health decline. Whether your loss story just happened recently, years ago, or your creating meaning going forward, we can support you.
1. Individual Grief Counselling
2. Grief Support Groups
3. Career Counselling and Coaching
Registered Clinical Counsellor / Canadian Certified Counsellor
Next Level Counselling and Mediation
Work #491 – 309 2nd Avenue West Prince Rupert BC V8J3T1 Canadawork
Work Phone: 250-600-7598work
Work Email: frankmorven@gmail.comINTERNET
Website: http://www.frankmorven.ca
Professional Certifications and Licenses
Registered Clinical Counsellor (18289)
Canadian Certified Counsellor (100006800)
Clinical Traumatologist
Certified Grief Educator
Professional Certifications and Licenses
Certified Grief Educator
Certified Grief Recovery Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor in Texas
Trained in Brainspotting
Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Services Offered
Individual 1:1 Therapy
Group Therapy
Intensives
Retreats
Walk & Talk Therapy
Brainspotting
Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Grief Recovery Method
Professional Certifications and Licenses
Masters of Arts in Counseling (MA)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Certified Grief Educator
Services Offered
Mental Health Counseling for Families
Specializing in grief, trauma, anxiety and depression
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples
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