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Grief counselors and therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Navigating grief and loss in Fort Walton Beach? Headway connects you with 5,753 licensed therapists trained in evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Our providers offer virtual and in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, helping you process bereavement and find meaning through compassionate support.

Vivian Moore-Gaudette

Vivian Moore-Gaudette

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My therapeutic approach involves helping clients feel comfortable and at home like they are with a trusted friend, reminding them that we have a collaborative partnership.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dorothy Mwanga

Dorothy Mwanga

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in a client-centered approach where you get to decide what success looks like and how we can track your progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Daniela Sanchez-Rincon

Daniela Sanchez-Rincon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that as a therapist the most important tool I can offer is being present and genuinely caring for the wellbeing of those seeking help.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Bianca Crudup

Dr. Bianca Crudup

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“With a background in health psychology and rehabilitation psychology, I enjoy helping individuals work through challenges associated with chronic illness, weight loss/obesity, disability, anxiety, depression, and more.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brenda S Faiber

Brenda S Faiber

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am an interactive, compassionate, and experienced therapist who has supported clients through a wide range of challenges...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shirley Barclay

Shirley Barclay

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Pierce, FL


“Using biblical principles and a variety of proven therapeutic techniques I have assisted hundreds of people to become liberated...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Yamaira Davila

Yamaira Davila

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With a focus on empathy and collaboration, I provide a safe space for you to express your thoughts and feelings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalye Kirkland

Natalye Kirkland

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I’m Natalye—though you’re welcome to call me Nat, whichever feels more comfortable for you.

I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and bring over a decade of experience in the mental health field. My work has spanned a wide range of populations, diagnoses, and settings. I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, behavioral issues, and eating disorders. My clinical experience includes in-home services, inpatient hospitalization, residential care, and outpatient treatment.

With an empathic approach and dynamic disposition, I’m deeply committed to building strong, trusting, and positive relationships with my clients and their support systems. I believe that healing happens in safe, supportive spaces—and I’m proud to walk alongside my clients in that journey.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zakia Frederick

Zakia Frederick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and involved in your treatment decisions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Deborah Kelly

Deborah Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The relationship we build in therapy matters to me. Feeling safe, respected, and genuinely heard is often what allows meaningful change to happen.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Adrian Mirabile

Adrian Mirabile

Therapist

Virtual • Orlando, FL


“I believe that healing happens when we look beyond the surface symptoms to understand the deeper story.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kettia Duperval

Kettia Duperval

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I speak Haitian Creole!

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage! I am here to support you in that process.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Ronbardo Gay

Ronbardo Gay

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor passionate about helping clients move past what's holding them back from being their best selves. I am a proud alumnus of North Carolina Central University (B.A.) and Nova Southeastern University (M.S., Mental Health Counseling). I welcome clients from all walks of life and every stage of the journey, whether you're new to therapy or returning. Together, we identify what isn't working, build on what is, and create a path toward real, lasting change. My goal is that you leave feeling heard, understood, and equipped to move forward.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Halima Jaffer

Halima Jaffer

Therapist

Virtual • Lake Mary, FL


“The main function of the therapy that will be provided to you will be to HELP YOURSELF gain awareness, increase insight and confidence...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriella Angulo

Gabriella Angulo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


I am a dual certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) offering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits remotely via telemedicine throughout the state of Florida. I provide medication management and brief psychotherapy to adolescents, adults specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Couples Therapy

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christiane Previlma

Christiane Previlma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Port St. Lucie, FL


“My style is warm, calm, and collaborative. I combine thoughtful medication management with practical therapy tools like CBT and trauma-informed care...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Richey

Andrew Richey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe you already have the tools to heal—I'm here to help you find and use them...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gissele Ponce

Gissele Ponce

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I show up as a real person, not a blank slate. Our conversations are collaborative, trauma-informed, and rooted in the belief that healing happens in safe, honest relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Athina Smalios

Athina Smalios

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, grounded, and compassionate, and I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be fully honest without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachael Cohen

Rachael Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“When you work with me you get a direct but gentle approach by someone who is not afraid to challenge you to see different possibilities and perspectives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Justin McPeak

Justin McPeak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


Justin McPeak is a warm, approachable, and patient-focused psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 11 years of experience in the healthcare field. He holds board certifications in psychiatry, family medicine, emergency medicine, and critical care, which gives me a broad clinical perspective. While his career has spanned several specialties, he found his true passion in mental health. He is deeply motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people he serves.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gabriel Benaim

Gabriel Benaim

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach focuses on helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and body, so you're not just managing symptoms, but actually shifting the patterns behind them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jonathan Belolo

Jonathan Belolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself, explore what's keeping you stuck, and work toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Swirski

Angela Swirski

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I help teens and young adults in Connecticut and Florida navigate anxiety, emotional overwhelm, self-esteem struggles, academic stress, peer conflict, and life transitions while building practical coping skills in a supportive, nonjudgmental space.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keyonne Spencer

Keyonne Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Like an artist with a palette of therapeutic techniques, We tailor our sessions to fit your unique needs, fostering a space where vulnerability becomes strength and pain transforms into resilience.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Joseph Lalia

Dr. Joseph Lalia

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Florida


Board-certified in Adult and General Psychiatry in 2016. Fellowship trained in Forensic Psychiatry. Since 2016, I have worked in the field of addiction, forensics, and private practice, as a clinical and forensic psychiatrist.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wendia Joseph

Wendia Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lake Mary, FL


If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply not like yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it on your own. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, or emotional burnout, therapy can help you regain clarity and control. Together, we’ll focus on understanding your full experience—not just symptoms—so you can move toward lasting, meaningful change and feel more grounded in your daily life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lakitha Thomas, Lpc

Lakitha Thomas, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support for women navigating infertility, anxiety, and the complex emotional challenges of reproductive health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Aranda

Vanessa Aranda

Therapist

Virtual • Coral Gables, FL


Vanessa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Dallas, TX. Licensed in Texas, Virginia and Florida. As a bilingual therapist she has experience working with the Latin community as well as adults of all backgrounds. She enjoys partnering with individuals who are working on managing their anxiety, self-esteem and navigating life transitions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Destiny Sanders

Destiny Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you feel genuinely understood, and to leave each session with a clearer sense of what comes next.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julian Laverde

Julian Laverde

Therapist

Virtual • North Port, FL


“I believe healing happens in a safe, supportive environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared openly without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ronaldys Paez

Ronaldys Paez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe mental health care goes beyond managing symptoms; it's about understanding your unique experiences, validating your feelings, and providing compassionate support every step of the way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Davis

Rachel Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My approach is direct, honest, and entirely collaborative. We face challenges head-on using evidence-based science, but our sessions will always feel like a natural conversation focused on practical strategies for your actual life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Jiovanna Hernandez

Jiovanna Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Therapy is not aimed to solve all of our problems, but to empower us to manage and cope with the problems that come our way without feeling completely out of control.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Donna Rhodes

Donna Rhodes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Haverhill, FL


“With over a decade of diverse healthcare experience, the evolving landscape of mental health care requires not only this intricate understanding of new developments but compassion to approach everyone's unique circumstance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ti-Onna Watson

Ti-Onna Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients can expect a collaborative and supportive space where they feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Zaryn Avaren

Zaryn Avaren

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I bring genuine empathy for the messy process of change, combined with an adaptable, evidence-based approach that focuses heavily on cultivating your self-compassion and unique strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ann Morris

Ann Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe everyone has the tools inside them to achieve their goals; it is just about unlocking them and utilizing them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lilian Jacques

Lilian Jacques

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapeutic style is warm, grounded, and relational. I blend evidence-based tools with depth-oriented insight...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Aqsa Shaukat

Aqsa Shaukat

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience, I work with children, teens, adults, and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, stress, and life transitions. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change so you can live a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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