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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Athens, GA

Navigating grief and loss in Athens is deeply personal, and Headway connects you with compassionate providers experienced in grief counseling and bereavement support. Our 1,539 licensed therapists across Georgia offer evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, available virtually or in-person to help you process loss and find meaning. With flexible scheduling and insurance coverage through 70+ plans, you can begin healing at your own pace.

Eric Lohman

Eric Lohman

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe healing begins with feeling truly understood. I offer a welcoming, down-to-earth space where people can speak openly, reflect honestly, and begin to make sense of what they're carrying.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ebony Story

Ebony Story

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm Ebony, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who is passionate about helping people reclaim their peace, purpose, and emotional well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abigail Cherry

Abigail Cherry

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Rooted in a collaborative and affirming approach, I specialize in working with athletes, students, and high achievers who are navigating challenges such as perfectionism, self-esteem, anxiety, and communication. My practice centers on supporting girls and women in building confidence, strengthening self-esteem, and redefining what success means on their own terms.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marcia Phillips

Marcia Phillips

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Covington, GA


“In our first session together, we will start with a brief introduction, then dice into specific challenges you are facing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marquita Davis

Marquita Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and solution-focused. I take time to understand each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals before developing an individualized treatment plan.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Liza Sanderson

Dr. Liza Sanderson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi I am Dr. Liza. I grew up in rural Wyoming, lived in Utah for many years, and over the last three years moved to Georgia. I have been married for 26 years to my high school sweetheart and have three beautiful children.

I am so excited to get to know you. I look forward to using our therapeutic relationship built on trust, kindness, respect, and openness to help you build on the life you are seeking. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in many varying situations which include mental health, addictions, behavioral, and relational concerns. This is my 18th year as a clinician and every relationship I build with clients is so important. I believe in you!!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharilee Benjamin

Sharilee Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • Villa Rica, GA


“My focus is on creating a safe space for healing and growth, integrating mind-body techniques and trauma-informed care to support emotional well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Linda Banik

Linda Banik

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hello, I'm glad you're here! Are you exhausted from living in a constant state of 'what if' and anxiety? Do you struggle making the 'right' decision, or do you think through every possible thing that can go wrong? As a board-certified psychotherapist and former Clinical Director, I have spent the last 20 years treating fear, trauma, relationship struggles and depression. My true passion, however, is helping individuals overcome worry and fear, and learn to handle the discomfort of the unknown.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaime Brooks

Jaime Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is a key part of healing, growth, and learning skills you can carry with you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alex Allen

Alex Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I use a strengths-based perspective with solution-focused therapy. My approach is inquisitive and meant to learn more about you to identify and tackle your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Monica Bell-Callahan

Monica Bell-Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I want to make a difference in this world by living out my designed purpose and helping others to do the same!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle Grant Tate

Michelle Grant Tate

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported throughout the therapy process.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Matt Wolff

Matt Wolff

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is warm, relational, and grounded in both depth and practicality—and I'm a firm believer in the healing power of humor as a bridge to insight, connection, and hope.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tracy Cullom

Tracy Cullom

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“If you're feeling stuck—whether in depression, anxiety, painful relationships, or the grip of addiction—you're not broken. You're human.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Saul Diaz-Marin

Saul Diaz-Marin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


I'm glad you're here. My name is Saúl.

I’m a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric care. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported without judgment.

With a background in both psychiatric and family medicine, I take a whole-person approach—considering both your mental and physical health when developing your treatment plan. My goal is to help you feel like yourself again.

*También ofrezco atención en español.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
SueEllen Hollowell

SueEllen Hollowell

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My therapeutic approach is client-centered and collaborative. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tamekia Parker

Tamekia Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Augusta, GA


“My approach blends evidence-based techniques with genuine empathy, allowing me to meet each individual where they are and help them move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shwanna Burton

Dr. Shwanna Burton

Therapist

Virtual • Statham, GA


“I enjoy providing support and practical feedback to help clients think about their situations with a new perspective.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Flavia Almonte

Flavia Almonte

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in having raw, vulnerable, and transformative conversations. Be prepared to laugh, cry, and check in with parts of yourself...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chanelle Atsyor

Chanelle Atsyor

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“Chanelle believes in being genuine, authentic and compassionate. Her style is to have unconditional positive regard for her clients and to use humor and empathy to relate on a human level.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kaye Davis

Kaye Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy is a space for healing, reflection, and growth, where your story is honored and your resilience is nurtured.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deb Finch

Deb Finch

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative process grounded in trust, authenticity, and a deep respect for each person's lived experience...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bobbie Jones

Bobbie Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“As a nine-year Air Force veteran, I learned that breakthroughs often happen just when things feel impossible—when you're exhausted, discouraged, and tempted to give up.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacklyn Byrd

Jacklyn Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi, I’m Jacklyn (they/she), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia, practicing since 2019. I specialize in working with queer and trans adolescents and adults navigating identity, life transitions, and trauma. I also love supporting neurodivergent clients who want therapy that meets them where they are — with flexibility, creativity, and respect for their lived experience.

My approach is somatic, relational, and affirming. I believe healing happens when we slow down, listen to the body, and build a sense of safety and connection — both within yourself and in the therapeutic relationship. Our work together helps you deepen self-awareness, strengthen your ability to stay present, and reconnect with your innate capacity for resilience.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Starre Cannon

Starre Cannon

Therapist

Virtual • Decatur, GA


Hello my name is Star're (star-rae). As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Holistic Therapist I am passionate about teaching holistic wellness in practical ways that make it easy to incorporate into your daily routine to support your healing journey and overall well-being (mind, body, and spirit). My work is rooted in empowering my clients with the tools and resources that promote their self-healing and growth as I guide and encourage them along the way.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ramie Sodaro

Ramie Sodaro

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My work draws from family systems, behavioral activation, and trauma-informed approaches to keep sessions focused and useful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrea Owes

Andrea Owes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I am an ANCC board-certified Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who holds an MSN in Nursing and an MS in Conflict Resolution.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Pamela Ballard

Pamela Ballard

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I build trust through active listening, genuine concern, and respect, while introducing new perspectives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lindsey Shurack

Lindsey Shurack

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should be a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susannah Couch

Susannah Couch

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in taking a holistic approach to therapy that considers individual experiences as well as the influence of family, community, and society.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gail Foorman

Gail Foorman

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tanesha Tutt

Tanesha Tutt

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Whether you're facing fertility challenges, postpartum struggles, grief, relationship issues, workplace stress, or the weight of daily life—I'm here to walk alongside you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tera Murchinson

Tera Murchinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waycross, GA


“The approaches to counseling that she uses most are person centered and cognitive behavioral approaches.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Coryn Murphy

Coryn Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I understand how important it is to feel truly seen and heard, and I am passionate about helping clients create meaningful change in their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Keri Cortolano

Keri Cortolano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kennesaw, GA


“I strive to create a space that is warm, approachable, creative, and grounded in authenticity—where humor is welcome...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Amber Riddick-Gérard

Dr. Amber Riddick-Gérard

Psychologist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to help clients identify goals that will help them increase their self-understanding, emotion regulation, and relational satisfaction.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashley Carter

Ashley Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“As a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I have both professional expertise and lived understanding to their work...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Bakas

Melissa Bakas

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is that clients will leave sessions feeling hopeful and empowered as they strive to live a fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Natalie Guetarni

Natalie Guetarni

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I love meeting clients where they are emotionally, assisting them in living authentically, and finding their purpose.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tosha Johnson

Tosha Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach includes being non-judgmental and compassionate to include meeting clients where they are & supporting them as they grow where they long to be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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