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Grief counselors and therapists in Abingdon, VA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Abingdon, VA

Coping with the loss of a loved one is deeply personal, and Abingdon residents can access grief therapy through Headway's network of compassionate providers. Using modalities like acceptance and commitment therapy, our therapists help with bereavement, anticipatory grief, and unresolved loss—with flexible scheduling and supportive care.

Kimberly Gililland

Kimberly Gililland

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“I strive to help individuals build confidence, eliminate self doubt, and navigate successfully through this hectic and beautiful thing we call life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Richard Swaine

Richard Swaine

Therapist

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“I focus on cognitive behavioral therapy and solutions focused therapy to develop coping skills to help you move successfully to a full and happy life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Lewis

Sarah Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Accomac, VA


“I feel the most success in working with women that are struggling in the multiple roles they are required to fill in life - wife, daughter, mother, employee, homemaker, chauffeur, crisis worker, best friend and I could go on and on.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Arriaza

Laura Arriaza

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a bilingual Spanish-speaking clinician and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, I help individuals understand their patterns, heal from past experiences, and move toward lasting recovery and personal growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittney Brown

Brittney Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hampton, VA


“I believe in meeting clients where they are—creating a safe, supportive, and culturally affirming space where healing can begin.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arianne Masloski

Arianne Masloski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stafford, VA


“I bring a calm, direct, no-nonsense style to therapy while still creating a space that feels entirely supportive, respectful, and safe.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Arlene Kahn

Arlene Kahn

Therapist

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“My goal is to help people solve the problems that create barriers to experiencing joy in their relationships, their work and their life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vickie Swindling

Vickie Swindling

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I work with adults from all backgrounds and experiences. I will help you achieve your goals, reduce symptoms, and develop the life you envision.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chesapeake, VA


“I spent a lot of my clinical time working with the pediatric population and adolescents, which is where I really learned the value of a family-centered approach...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Ryder

Jessica Ryder

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I view therapy as a collaborative, judgment-free space where you can finally set down the heavy burdens you've been carrying.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jazmin Ramos

Jazmin Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Jazmin takes a holistic, growth-oriented approach to therapy, empowering you to recognize your own worth while equipping you with personalized tools for transformation.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Indu Pillai

Indu Pillai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My diverse clinical background has shaped a compassionate, patient-centered approach grounded in empathy, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thyra Benoit

Thyra Benoit

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that understanding yourself is one of the greatest freedoms you can achieve—but it's also a process that takes time.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nardos Tenaw

Nardos Tenaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Gainesville, VA


“By combining evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy, she delivers holistic mental health care tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tamara Powell

Tamara Powell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“I strive to create a warm, empathetic environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Aleata Dawkins

Dr. Aleata Dawkins

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“With a deep passion for helping others discover and embrace their most authentic selves, she specializes in therapeutic and coaching strategies to help individuals unlock their full potential beyond current stressors and barriers.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaleigh Mackay

Kaleigh Mackay

Therapist

Virtual • Williamsburg, VA


I am a Master's level independent clinical social worker and have been practicing as a therapist for 8 years. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and work well with individuals who have experienced complex or childhood trauma. I also work with clients who struggle with ADHD, burnout, anxiety or depression. I became a therapist to help others live up to their full potential and get out of autopilot to find genuine contentment in their lives.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sherie Sims Mawusi

Sherie Sims Mawusi

Therapist

Virtual • Hampton, VA


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Marisa Chovan

Marisa Chovan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrienne Pastore

Adrienne Pastore

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can talk openly about the challenges they're facing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Harmon

Dr. Lisa Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“With over 19 years of experience, I believe deeply in each person's ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shehnaz Kamal

Shehnaz Kamal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I expect my clients after each therapy sessions, to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings and behaviors which can help them focus, move on and make positive changes in their life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sharon Woodard

Sharon Woodard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My theoretical orientation heavily emphasizes present-focused, mindful, and person-centered approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Reynolds

Michael Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“My approach is person-centered, participatory, and solution-oriented. This means I work collaboratively with clients, empowering them to actively engage in their own growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ramfis Marquez

Dr. Ramfis Marquez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is holistic, combining person-centered therapy with trauma-informed and mindfulness-oriented strategies.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Omar Yosry

Dr. Omar Yosry

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Arlington, VA


“I served as Chief Resident during my residency in New York City. My area of expertise is psychopharmacology.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Masai Black

Masai Black

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct, honest, and compassionate. I will challenge you when necessary while always meeting you with empathy and support.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gregory George

Gregory George

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jessica McClary

Jessica McClary

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia Beach, VA


“I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, navigate challenges, and work toward meaningful growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Evans

Alexis Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe healing starts with understanding; understanding yourself, your patterns, the stories you've been carrying, and how they're showing up in your life right now.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Unika Nelson

Unika Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Unika's approach emphasizes the mutual, client centered development of goals for therapy and provision of ongoing evaluation of the therapeutic approach.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stephanie Porter

Stephanie Porter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Monroe, VA


“I approach each individual with a desire to meet them in their place of need and collaborate with them to seek solutions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Casey Schlesman

Casey Schlesman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have found that I am passionate about working with teens, young adults and women going through prenatal and postpartum.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Sharp

Melissa Sharp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


Hello! My name is Melissa Sharp, and I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in treating individuals aged 6 through middle-aged adults who are navigating mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, mood changes, ADHD, and life transitions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Jancaitis

Dawn Jancaitis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Dawn Jancaitis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in MA, a LPC in VA, a LCMHC in NC, as well as a Licensed Practical Nurse in MA and VA. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Bay Path University and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling with concentrations in trauma and addictions from Cambridge College. Dawn is a strong, well rounded, ethical military spouse for over 24 years. She offers virtual sessions for ages 16-65 who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, addiction, mood disorders, victims and history of incarceration. She works with military members and their families, as well as first responders. Dawn is EMDR and Flash Technique trained. She also has a history working with eating disorders.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Di Salvo

Michael Di Salvo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“He/Him/His has over thirty years of experience. He as several specialty care areas in psychotherapy including but not limited to CBT, DBT, Trauma Focused, Grief, Psychodynamic Therapy, Positive Psychology.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amelia Jensen

Amelia Jensen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a therapist, I bring a person-centered, solution-focused approach, believing the answers you seek are already within you, waiting to be illuminated with a gentle flashlight.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Michele Bradshaw

Dr. Michele Bradshaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alexandria, VA


“My goal is for you to leave each session feeling heard, understood, and empowered by providing a supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Overley

Jennifer Overley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I view therapy as a partnership in which I will support you as you move toward your goals, while providing coping strategies and new perspectives along the way.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela McKinley

Angela McKinley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have over twenty-five years of working in social work, counseling, and mental health and many more years of building up what is needed to survive the pitfalls of life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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