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Grief counselors and therapists in Gainesville, GA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Gainesville, GA

Grieving a parent, partner, sibling, or friend requires specialized support. In Gainesville, Headway offers grief therapy and bereavement counseling with 1,614 licensed providers trained in Complicated Grief Treatment and other evidence-based approaches. Our flexible virtual and in-person sessions help you process loss, find closure, and rebuild meaning. The average client saves 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Vernita Williams

Vernita Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Nadiya Boyce

Dr. Nadiya Boyce

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I work with women who are navigating significant life changes like relationship shifts, divorce, motherhood, or personal/professional identity evolution, and who value a thoughtful, confidential space to reconnect with themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bianca Abrams

Bianca Abrams

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I focus on building hope, developing healthy communication, and empowering clients to shift from problem-centered thinking to strength-based growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andrea Younger

Andrea Younger

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Working with me is a collaborative journey; I do not pretend to be the expert of your life because only you can be the expert.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chrischel Ramsey

Chrischel Ramsey

Therapist

Virtual • Dawsonville, GA


“I provide solutions and practical "tools" that clients can use on a daily basis to improve their mental health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keldreca Thomas

Keldreca Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe mental health care should feel collaborative and respectful. My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, and confident in their care...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Beverly Jones

Beverly Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am a hands-on learner who values direct, supportive relationships, and I'm committed to providing accessible mental health care online.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Veronica Pausa

Veronica Pausa

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I take an eclectic approach to counseling, drawing from diverse modalities to support you holistically.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Loggans

David Loggans

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Together, we will identify patterns that keep you from living the life you want and develop practical strategies for lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linda Tatum

Linda Tatum

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I specialize in trauma work using EMDR and take a neurodivergent affirming, strengths based approach that honors each person's lived experience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kourtney Carter

Dr. Kourtney Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe mental health should be embraced, prioritized, and treated with the same importance as physical health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tiffany Glisson

Tiffany Glisson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I view you as the expert in your life. Our sessions will be open, conversational, and judgment-free.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tulsa Peters

Tulsa Peters

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I take a very creative approach to therapy and have no problems researching new ways to help a specific problem.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
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
Shirnel Alleyne-Grant

Shirnel Alleyne-Grant

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and attentive, and I'm here to listen closely and help you find the path that works best for you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Infertility
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Winfield

Susan Winfield

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“A direct approach it getting to the work that needs to be done to bring about healing, transformation, insight and growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Shine

Sarah Shine

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I help adults who may find themselves "haunted" by past experiences find freedom from those experiences in order to move forward with the life they deeply desire but have struggled to accept or make for themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Barlev

Rachel Barlev

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My role is to walk alongside you—whether you're working through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, body dysmorphia, or simply feeling stuck.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Keisha Tanner

Keisha Tanner

Therapist

Virtual • McDonough, GA


“I believe issues stem from childhood, including relationships with ones parents, and like to explore childhood and family history.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Twyla Terry-McCarrell

Twyla Terry-McCarrell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Greetings!

My name is Twyla Terry-McCarrell, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Dallas, Texas, serving clients across Texas, Oklahoma, and Georgia via telehealth. I hold a master’s degree in counseling from Dallas Theological Seminary and specialize in trauma-informed therapy. I help adults navigate and heal from experiences of abandonment, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, and CPTSD. My practice is dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your story, reclaim your voice, and move toward lasting recovery.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebekah Duffner

Rebekah Duffner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Savannah, GA


“My goal is to build mutual trust and respect, providing a safe space where you can come exactly as you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Gail West

Dr. Gail West

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I enjoy helping clients gain more insight about underlying issues contributing to their behaviors and becoming empowered to acknowledge and address those issues.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Cristina VanSant Lcsw

Cristina VanSant Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is compassionate, direct, and collaborative, and I use evidence-based approaches with a whole-person lens so therapy feels both supportive and genuinely useful in your day-to-day life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Boyd

Jennifer Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hey there! I am Jenn, a LPC providing tele-health services for clients residing in Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida. I am certified in EMDR and have extensive experience providing trauma therapy. I am also trained in DBT therapy. I began my career in 2011 and have worked in many mental health settings including inpatient facilities, long term care, crisis care, community mental health, group private practice and now running my own private practice. I use an eclectic approach to therapy meaning I often incorporate various therapeutic theories based on your strengths, goals, and needs. I am taking new clients and I hope to speak to you soon about starting your therapeutic journey soon!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Millicent Ogoo

Dr. Millicent Ogoo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to providing a patient- centered treatment approach is a healthcare strategy that places the patient's preferences, values, and needs at the forefront of decision-making.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nikita DeWitt

Nikita DeWitt

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in balancing empathy and support with honest, constructive feedback, so that therapy is both a safe place for healing and a space for real, meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Richshawna Sims

Richshawna Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I’m Richshawna Sims, a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and couples through life’s most challenging moments. My approach is grounded in compassion, practicality, and a deep understanding that meaningful change happens when people feel both supported and empowered.

Throughout my career, I have worked across a wide range of behavioral health settings—from community-based services and managed care to leadership roles within national organizations. This experience allows me to bring a well-rounded, real-world perspective to the counseling process, blending clinical expertise with practical strategies that clients can apply in their daily lives.

In addition to counseling, I have extensive experience in training, program development, and care management, which enhances my ability to support clients with complex needs and connect them to meaningful resources.

As a practice owner, I am committed to providing services that are not only effective but also responsive to the unique needs of each individual and family I serve.

My goal is simple: to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and the tools you need to create lasting change

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jane Kearney

Jane Kearney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fayetteville, GA


“I providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Focused Solution approach to work collaborative to helping clients reach their goals...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justine Meneses

Justine Meneses

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where clients feel heard and supported as they move toward healing and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ursula Wright

Ursula Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My expertise extends to children, teens, adults, veterans and inmates in crisis with a range of psychological challenges and physical and emotional difficulties.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Camille Brown

Camille Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


Camille Brown is a compassionate and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) committed to providing holistic, patient-centered care across the lifespan. With a strong foundation in both primary care and mental health, Camille integrates evidence-based medical and therapeutic approaches to support the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of her patients.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jonathan Spikes

Jonathan Spikes

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and walking with them toward the healthier, more fulfilling life they deserve.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melinda Daugherty

Melinda Daugherty

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“As a person-centered therapist, my passion lies in creating a welcoming and supportive space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to embrace meaningful change and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Kelley

Alisha Kelley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I provide professional and supportive services that empower individuals to transform into their absolute best self.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Onorato

Nicole Onorato

Therapist

Virtual • Alpharetta, GA


“I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative conversation—not a place where you feel judged or told what to do.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kelli Brunk

Kelli Brunk

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Many of my clients are tired of repeating the same patterns with worry, conflict, communication, or self-doubt and want more than temporary relief.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lasharra Jenkins

Lasharra Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My greatest pleasure is in watching my clients learn to love and trust in themselves as a brave, caring act.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nisy N. Jaya

Nisy N. Jaya

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I create and promote an environment of safety and meet each client session with empathy and active listening.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bonnie McClurd

Bonnie McClurd

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe it is critical for the client to be part of their care plan - this helps you to feel empowered and more invested in your treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sylvie Shiwiri

Sylvie Shiwiri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Monroe, GA


“I have specialized in Mental Health since 2013 working with patients in state mental facilities, correctional facilities, crisis centers, and community mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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