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Grief counselors and therapists in Birmingham, AL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Birmingham, AL

Coping with the loss of a loved one requires compassionate, specialized support. In Birmingham, Headway's network of 470 providers offers grief counseling and therapy tailored to your unique experience, whether you're grieving a parent, partner, sibling, or friend. Many clients save 75% on sessions through insurance coverage, with some paying as low as $0 per session.

Kettia Duperval

Kettia Duperval

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


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 7 insurance carriers
Victoria Conner-Hearn

Victoria Conner-Hearn

Therapist

Virtual • Hoover, AL


“I specialist in anxiety, trauma and women's issues. I have years of experience working with survivors of abuse, neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence and narcissistic abuse.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Trevor Dahle

Trevor Dahle

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I bring a calm, grounded, and practical presence to therapy. Clients often tell me they appreciate my straightforward style...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacques Watson

Jacques Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I use an integrative approach to therapy. This means I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all solution.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lakeasha Ford

Lakeasha Ford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntsville, AL


“I help individuals understand how their thoughts and feelings influence their behaviors and actions through a combination of different treatment approaches.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Donald Hardy

Donald Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe in setting goals to improve our mental health and overall wellness, and in the power of being active in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gregory Smith

Gregory Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Huntsville, AL


“I understand dissociation as a protective adaptation, not a flaw, and therapy is approached with respect, patience, and clinical precision.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dana Dansby

Dana Dansby

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Listening to my clients, teaching them coping skills, and encouraging them to take action towards their goals are the ways I interact with my clients in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kim Nicholson

Kim Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am a retired Air Force Veteran and former government employee who understands how life issues can drain you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chardonney Washington

Chardonney Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“With over six years of counseling experience, I find immense satisfaction in assisting individuals towards wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Daphney Rene

Dr. Daphney Rene

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I take an evidence-based, compassionate approach and will begin identifying patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharilee Benjamin

Sharilee Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“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 7 insurance carriers
Lorene Floyd

Lorene Floyd

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“The bulk of my experiences include working with veterans in the substance use and PTSD programs at the VA.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stephenie Szumny

Stephenie Szumny

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe that the foundation of effective therapy is a strong, trusting relationship between counselor and client.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ferendez Lowery

Ferendez Lowery

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My style is warm, collaborative, and person-first. Whether you're living with ADHD, depression, anxiety, or navigating a major life change, we'll work together to identify your strengths, set meaningful goals, and create practical tools you can use...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Sierra

Cynthia Sierra

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I bring a calm, steady presence to every session. My style is warm, relational, and collaborative — structured and direct, but never clinical or stiff.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shurla Morris

Shurla Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Birmingham, AL


“I make use of an eclectic treatment approach that draws on multiple theoretical orientations and techniques to include Person in Environment, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Dialectical Behavioral...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lameka Childress

Lameka Childress

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Clients seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, or PTSD should know that I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) bringing a uniquely informed perspective to remote care. My six years within the VA system and my background as an Army Retiree have given me specialized expertise in managing the complex challenges often associated with trauma, high-stress environments, and chronic mental health issues.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amanda Dulaney

Amanda Dulaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Madison, AL


“My approach with children, teens, and adults is grounded in person centered, solution focused to help provide support in whatever aspect of life is needed.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maureen Schuster

Maureen Schuster

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Setting goals with specific steps to meet your targets will be created and worked through at each session along with steps for work at home.”
Grief or loss, End of life care, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Morrell

Rachel Morrell

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Having been late-diagnosed with ADHD as an adult myself, I have personally utilized many of the tools we will discuss in session...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Brewer

Robert Brewer

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“With over 25 years of experience, I use CBT and Solution-Focused therapy to provide practical tools that create real change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Candace Arnott, Lcsw

Candace Arnott, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“At the heart of my work is a simple mission: to guide people along a holistic path toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and balance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cathleen Menda

Cathleen Menda

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have worked with children, adults, and families helping them navigate life's challenges such as anxiety and depression due to trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sparkle Cunningham

Sparkle Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach in therapy is empowering and solution focused. It is important to be honest throughout the process and trust yourself to make the right choices for your own life challenging situations.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stan Kimble

Stan Kimble

Therapist

Virtual • Athens, AL


“I am very empathic and bring a weath of personal experience to my practice including recovery, military, racial , age , PTSD,ageism as well as marital/ family conflict issues.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shannon Brown

Shannon Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Enterprise, AL


“Her goal of psychotherapy is to facilitate positive change in her clients seeking better emotional and social functioning...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Casey Reagan

Casey Reagan

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Casey uses an integrated approach borrowing from CBT, DBT, IPSRT, and mind-body techniques to address issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, and adjustment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bryan Strycula

Bryan Strycula

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My therapeutic approach is client centered, collaborative, and eclectic consisting of a wide array of theoretical orientations and modalities to suit your needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tammy Ziegler McCreery

Tammy Ziegler McCreery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntsville, AL


“I prioritize creating a calm, nonjudgmental space where difficult conversations can happen honestly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cornelie Johnson

Cornelie Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Therapy with me isn't about perfection—it's about progress, healing, and yes, the occasional bad joke if it helps you smile.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rebecca Finamore

Rebecca Finamore

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My counseling style is collaborative, non-judgmental and supportive. We will use your personal strengths to help you move from a place of "stuck" to a place of hope and resilience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Beth Norwood

Mary Beth Norwood

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have extensive experience working with individuals managing depression, anxiety, anger, adjustment disorder and life changes.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Cruz-Weeks

Michelle Cruz-Weeks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Enterprise, AL


“Life is messy but we don't have to figure it out alone. Asking for help is not easy but can be the first step to empowerment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennessa Crosswy

Jennessa Crosswy

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I provide teletherapy for teens, adults, couples, and families, specializing in anxiety and depression. With experience across a wide range of mental health challenges, I offer compassionate, goal-oriented support tailored to you. My mission is to help you overcome obstacles and reach your fullest potential—on your schedule and in your own space.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Channing Starks

Channing Starks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Enterprise, AL


I truly desire to my clients succeed in the counseling process.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sara Darling

Sara Darling

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“As a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist, I help individuals identify and change negative thought patterns, learn new coping and problem solving skills...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Artrevisa Payton

Artrevisa Payton

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My compassionate, personalized approach empowers you to navigate your journey with clarity and confidence.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Torrie Owens

Torrie Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Vestavia Hills, AL


“I believe healing happens through connection, self-awareness, and practical tools that help clients navigate everyday challenges with greater confidence and clarity.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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