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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Danbury, CT

Grieving the loss of a loved one in Danbury? Headway connects you with 899 licensed therapists trained in grief counseling and bereavement support. Our providers offer evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and CBT to help you navigate anticipatory grief, cope with death, and find meaning. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many accepting insurance to keep costs manageable.

Bethany Ackley

Bethany Ackley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With nearly two decades of experience in the helping field, I bring a compassionate, knowledgeable, and client-centered approach to therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Agustina Fougere

Agustina Fougere

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strongly believe that, as human beings, we are capable to modify patterns and habits for other ones that would take us to a healthier version of our own selves.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dianca Tyson

Dianca Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi my name is Dianca Tyson, MS, LPC. We all have hardships that we will face in life, but that doesn’t mean we have to face them alone. As your therapist, I will provide a therapeutic environment and an empathetic ear. I am passionate about helping other overcome their challenges with depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, loss, self-esteem, and relationship problems.

I have a deep understanding of what teens and adults are struggling with throughout their every day lives. I have over 15 years of experience assisting others to overcome some of life's most difficult obstacles.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allegra Straus

Allegra Straus

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Quality therapy is a reciprocal gift. It can be something we look forward to and leave with increased clarity feeling more at peace, equipped, motivated and self-aware.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bianca McClain

Bianca McClain

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've been in the field working with adults who have mental health and substance use issues for over 12 years.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Pelletier

Lauren Pelletier

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I like to get to know my clients and build a trusting therapeutic relationship through humor, activities and practice of skills...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Donoghue

Jessica Donoghue

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I help high-achieving, heart-centered adults break free from subconscious patterns, release self-doubt, and create deeply fulfilling relationships—with themselves and others. As a licensed psychotherapist and certified spiritual life coach, I offer a grounded yet transformative space where psychology meets soul work.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Megan Davidson

Megan Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe taking care of your mental health is one of the most important investments you can make in your life. Reaching out for support can feel intimidating, so if you’re here, you’ve already taken a meaningful first step. I’ve worked in the mental health field for over a decade and specialize in supporting adults who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Hagen

Wendy Hagen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative partnership where you can be yourself, explore challenges without judgment, and build the skills needed to create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Faith Rosenberger

Faith Rosenberger

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Every Client holds the key to their own recovery and this is why I believe in a strengths based, client centered wellness approach to mental health.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Heintz

Matthew Heintz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have both personal and professional experience in the world of mental health and navigating issues of depression, anxiety and trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nikki Katz

Nikki Katz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy with me is collaborative, calming, & restorative. We work together using skills systems including DBT, CBT, & ACT...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy Woehr

Timothy Woehr

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“After an initial session you may expect to have been treated with respect, fully heard, and offered some understanding of the difficulty and how to approach it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corrine Potter

Corrine Potter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“CBT focuses on the connections between negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors while offering positive skills to effectively reduce and manage the negativity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Annemarie Carpenter

Annemarie Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Feeling some type of way? Need someone in your corner?

Annemarie creates a safe space for clients to explore, heal, and grow at their own pace. She will sit with you in discomfort, laugh with you, and collaborate with you throughout your therapeutic journey.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Danielson

Eric Danielson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I will walk alongside of you as a guide using an integrative approach to foster hope while you determine the destination of our course.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nancy Key

Nancy Key

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy is not about "fixing" you—it's about empowering you. Let's uncover what's getting in the way of your well-being...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Olivia Cooley

Olivia Cooley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I want you to feel supported and leave sessions with a clearer understanding of yourself and tools you can use in your day-to-day life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Baker

Lauren Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Most of us haven’t made it through life without a few bruises. Sometimes we lose touch with ourselves along the way, shaped by what we’ve been through and the weight of those experiences.

That doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. It means you adapted. Sometimes beautifully. Sometimes painfully. Often both.

Therapy is a space to slow down, get curious, and gently begin untangling what you’ve been carrying. Together, we can explore your story with compassion, reconnect with who you are beneath old patterns, and move toward a way of living that feels more aligned, grounded, and authentic.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Justin Pegnataro

Justin Pegnataro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Currently accepting new clients. Are you seeking a natural path to healing and vitality in your life? It's my passion to help you live your one wild and precious life to its fullest. I help clients remember who they are, how to find their power and learn how to bring it as a gift to the world. Through the process of personal exploration, healing in nature and building healthy relationships, I can help you experience more vitality, purpose and meaning in your life.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Valentino-Hersey

Susan Valentino-Hersey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi! Welcome! Thank you for visiting my page! I am a Marriage and Family therapist with over 10 years in clinical practice. I focus my work on individuals and couple struggling with the stressors and impacts of building their families. I also specialize in infertility and treatment support, loss/grief work and parenting challenges.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kimberly Milaney

Kimberly Milaney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Hartford, CT


“Kimberly's approach to treatment is built on empathy and transparency toward developing a therapeutic rapport by actively listening to clients' needs with an open mind.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenna McKean

Jenna McKean

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am especially passionate about supporting high achievers, healthcare professionals, first responders, counselors, and other helping professionals who may be experiencing burnout, chronic stress, perfectionism, or compassion fatigue.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tiffany Lovelady

Dr. Tiffany Lovelady

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is conversational and down-to-earth- I want therapy to feel like an honest, supportive dialogue, not a clinical interview.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evelyn Sarpong

Evelyn Sarpong

Therapist

Virtual • Stamford, CT


“Evelyn utilizes Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jean Hunter

Jean Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapies and other evidence-based treatment modalities to support clients as they understand themselves, navigate challenges, and achieve their goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Yasminda Downer-Muse

Dr. Yasminda Downer-Muse

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“You can expect compassionate, client-centered care focused on helping you develop a deeper understanding of your mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniella Minelli

Daniella Minelli

Therapist

Virtual • Rocky Hill, CT


My journey into this field was deeply influenced by my own personal experiences, which have shaped my desire to create a safe and supportive environment for others. I believe that vulnerability is a vital aspect of healing, and I strive to foster a space where clients feel comfortable sharing their struggles. By actively listening and validating their experiences, I aim to empower them to confront and overcome the obstacles in their lives.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lynne Alfarone

Lynne Alfarone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I understand what it's like to wrestle with what truly makes one happy and take the steps to achieve that goal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Saeed Ahmed MD

Dr. Saeed Ahmed MD

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Avon, CT


“I take an individualized, evidence-based approach to psychiatric care, grounded in the biopsychosocial model.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Justin Parsley

Justin Parsley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Charlene Carr

Charlene Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, the elderly, and individuals navigating mental health challenges and grief and loss.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Quaranta

Lisa Quaranta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach combines zero-judgment compassion with a direct, transparent, and intentionally no-nonsense communication style.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I want to help you help yourself. I believe everyone is capable of change and I will teach you skills to use everyday.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ogechi Ebere

Ogechi Ebere

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I don't believe in one-size-fits-all care, so I take the time to truly get to know you and what you are going through before we build a treatment plan together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tiffany Kehoe

Tiffany Kehoe

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


“I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mari Flatt

Mari Flatt

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My counseling approach combines primarily person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution focused techniques.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Tyson

Laura Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work with teens and adults who are feeling anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated. I also work with transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, and lesbian and gay youth and adults.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Stella Stempel Vlcek

Dr. Stella Stempel Vlcek

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome to Stem Wellness! My name is Stella Stempel, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Psychologist. In over 10 years of private practice, I worked with individuals, couples, and families. My approach is consistent, incremental change coupled with healthy thoughts that leads to a more satisfying life. Changing the way we act affects the way we feel and the way we view ourselves. When working with me, you are guided towards intentional living and healthy thought processes.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dawn Williams

Dawn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I have 30 years of experience in the behavioral health field and supporting clients with evidence based skills and lived experience. Together we can explore your goals, struggles and successes. I specialize in anxiety, depression, substance use/misuse issues, stress and life transitions. My main approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Motivational techniques to help guide your self discovery. Professionals looking to navigate work related demands, I provide coaching and direction to maximize professional and leadership skills to meet your potential. We will work at your comfort level in a supportive environment of exploration and change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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