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Grief counselors and therapists in New Jersey

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in New Jersey

Processing grief and loss takes time and support. Headway connects New Jersey residents with 2,534 licensed providers trained in evidence-based grief therapy, including Complicated Grief Treatment and acceptance-based approaches. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and flexible scheduling.

Lisa Blount

Lisa Blount

Therapist

Virtual • Matawan, NJ


“I take pride in creating and sharing a therapeutic space that is safe, where you can explore and build on strengths, express difficult emotions, build hope and identify obstacles, without judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Oluwaseun Adeoti

Oluwaseun Adeoti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • East Orange, NJ


“I use a comprehensive approach that includes medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes, treating mood and anxiety disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tara Canavera

Tara Canavera

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My journey into social work began through my own experience healing from trauma, which allows me to connect with clients in a genuine, relatable, and compassionate way.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Dawn Belamarich

Dr. Dawn Belamarich

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is practical, direct, and compassionate. Therapy with me is not just about insight—it's about movement.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ariella Aharon

Ariella Aharon

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have helped individuals, couples and families work through and cope with depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, peer relationships, life transitions, career counseling, chronic illnesses, bereavement, family conflict, parenting, premarital and...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yaakov Rabinowitz

Yaakov Rabinowitz

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I focus my treatment on CBT skills and other complimentary tools to help empower clients to reclaim their health and wellbeing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marissa Warne

Marissa Warne

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Within a warm, nonjudgemental space, you will be heard, validated and at times challenged so that your identified struggles turn from stressful to manageable.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiana Burdick

Tiana Burdick

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe real growth comes from honesty paired with support, so I offer both: a space where you feel understood and validated, and guidance that helps you gain insight, build new skills, and move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Gutierrez

Cynthia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Hoboken, NJ


Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a heart for supporting individuals through the transformative journey of parenthood. Specializing in perinatal mental health, I provide compassionate, bilingual therapy to help you navigate the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. With a degree from Rutgers University and years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, I understand that every journey is unique.

My approach is warm, empowering, and always centered on meeting you exactly where you are. Together, we’ll create a space for healing, growth, and renewed strength.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rielle Hambrose

Rielle Hambrose

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I often use humor as a tool, as laughter really can be the best medicine sometimes, and am direct in my delivery.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gina Sparacio

Gina Sparacio

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe healing happens when we can be real—messy, honest, and maybe even laugh a little along the way.”
Grief or loss, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Traci Lechwar

Traci Lechwar

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is client centered, non-judgmental and focused on helping to examine and/or challenge patterns of thinking that can contribute to stress and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julia Kelly

Julia Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is warm, energetic, and adaptable, rooted in evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT, while always tailoring treatment to meet each client's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robin Siegel

Robin Siegel

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership. You can expect me to bring warmth, curiosity, and clear feedback to our work together. I’m not afraid to gently challenge patterns that may be holding you back, but always from a place of empathy and respect. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and build the emotional skills needed to feel more grounded and in control of your life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shikeena Lynard

Shikeena Lynard

Therapist

Virtual • Toms River, NJ


Who am I?

I am Shikeena Lynard-Greene MA, NCC, LPC- a counselor, educator, and founder of PACWELLNESS. Clients describe me as calm, encouraging, and very practical. I believe therapy should feel safe, structured, and useful.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melanie Dalton

Melanie Dalton

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a believer in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; how we see and interpret the world impacts how we react to it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tonia Hall

Tonia Hall

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe to be yourself. My goal is to help you find clarity, build resilience and move forward with confidence.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Dutton

Laurie Dutton

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work with adults who feel drained by anxiety, relationship stress, identity questions, or patterns that once helped them cope but no longer fit who they are becoming.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Ephrem Wagner

Dr. Ephrem Wagner

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am Dr. Ephrem Wagner, a clinical psychologist who specializes in helping individuals, couples and families as they navigate the challenges of life. I earned my doctorate from Pace University and have focused my career on creating a steady, supportive environment for my clients. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is practical and approachable, My background is rooted in evidence-based care, but I prioritize making sure our work feels personal and grounded in your specific needs.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Einhorn

Nicole Einhorn

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have an honest, direct, and caring approach. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their goals, strengths, and needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tammy Jamison

Tammy Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR to help you better understand yourself, build healthy coping skills, work through challenges, and make positive changes at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christina Bigitschke

Christina Bigitschke

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative — I meet you where you are, honor your lived experience, and help you identify practical steps toward your goals.”
Grief or loss, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christina Pruden

Christina Pruden

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I utilize a person-centered approach meaning I treat every client differently as individuals who both bring strengths and limitations into treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Federico

Lisa Federico

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“One of my goals as a counselor is to create a space where individuals feel heard, respected, and comfortable...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shashi Jain

Shashi Jain

Psychologist

Virtual • Somerset, NJ


“I love to know people's strengths even when they feel hopeless. I believe that Therapy is a team effort from beginning to end and I am there to support and be with.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanee Garrison

Tanee Garrison

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tarloh Kollie

Tarloh Kollie

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe healing begins with a genuine, trusting relationship grounded in transparency, accountability, honesty, and collaboration.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marilyn Garcia

Marilyn Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am licensed in Iowa, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Nevada, Iowa and Virginia with 7 years of professional work experience. I have a Master's degree in Social Work from Lehman College. I have experience in helping clients with managing stress and anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I treat adults ages 18+.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Johnson

Cynthia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Glen Ridge, NJ


“I believe in a holistic and integrative approach to getting to the root causes of addictions blending evidence-based techniques with mindfulness and strength based interventions to target both the mind and body.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a person centered and solution focused approach when working with individuals to help them understand the circumstances they are in and empower them to make the necessary changes in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Miller

Elizabeth Miller

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have worked as a psychotherapist in private practice with clients since 2015 and have been doing counseling with clients since 2012.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Simone Collins

Simone Collins

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a person-centered approach to therapy; I focus on meeting clients where they are and tailoring treatment goals to meet the needs of each individual client.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Riham West

Riham West

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that compassion, empathy, presence, and patience are the foundations of a successful therapeutic process.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dina Scalero

Dina Scalero

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I feel that all of my professional experiences, as well as my personal ones, have shaped me into a compassionate and empathetic counselor.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Sandra Curtain

Sandra Curtain

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe every person is the expert on their own life, and my role is to help uncover the wisdom, resilience, and strength that already exists within them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robin Ivey

Robin Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My belief is that each individual brings challenges, issues and goals into therapy, as well as strengths and abilities that we can utilize to achieve desired outcomes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karleen Yapp

Karleen Yapp

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“It takes courage to make a change in your life. By the end of our first session, we will develop a treatment plan to focus on the areas to achieve your goal and gain insight.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tiffany Washington

Tiffany Washington

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is collaborative treatment, clear education, and long term emotional stability and improved daily functioning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Susan Haffert

Susan Haffert

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a cognitive behavioral therapist, which means I use modalities to help you learn coping skills to empower you to move forward in your life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ibrahim Kargbo

Ibrahim Kargbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi there, I'm Ibrahim!

I have over 5 years of experience as a mental health practitioner, working in outpatient clinics and inpatient psychiatric units. My primary focus has been on providing medication management and talk therapy to individuals with severe mental health issues, including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, etc, starting age of 12 years to late adulthood. I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment to help each client achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. Please be advised that this online telehealth service does not initiate or prescribe controlled medications, such as benzodiazepines or stimulants, due to DEA regulations.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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