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Grief counselors and therapists in Montgomery, AL

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Montgomery, AL

In Montgomery, Headway provides specialized grief and loss support for those navigating bereavement, whether it's the loss of a partner, parent, sibling, child, or friend. Our providers utilize therapeutic approaches like Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and acceptance-focused work to help with closure and coping with death. Access care virtually or in-person with coverage from major insurance plans.

Nicole Lewis

Nicole Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I integrate talk therapy with evidence-based practices like EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and inner child work to help you process past pain and build new patterns.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristin White

Kristin White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hoover, AL


“I integrate evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a warm and empathetic style, empowering clients to find clarity and balance in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeanne Lively

Jeanne Lively

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“She provides encouraging emotional support and practices active listening through reflective discussions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Virginia Gordon

Virginia Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Mobile, AL


“I believe in the utmost need for connection and a trusting therapeutic alliance for positive outcomes to be a result of counseling.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Nester-Farmer

Jennifer Nester-Farmer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntsville, AL


“I believe that therapy can open a path leading to healing and growth through challenging situations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brittany Phillips

Brittany Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am warm, empowering, empathetic, and love to laugh. Laughter is medicine and we can heal and have humor at the same time.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Whitney Shelton

Whitney Shelton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vestavia Hills, AL


“I take a laid-back, approachable style to therapy, creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself no pressure, no judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Gutierrez

Ashley Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I'm an LCSW practicing in Indiana, Florida, Ohio, Colorado, Alabama, Virginia, and Illinois. I specialize prenatal, childhood, and adolescent trauma, OCD, eating disorders, and ARFID. I currently see clients from age 2y through adulthood. I'm available for telehealth services and offer virtual psychotherapy and play therapy sessions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Isabella Thomas Heinsohn

Isabella Thomas Heinsohn

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have 35+ years of experience treating adults and adolescents for anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, trauma and relationship problems.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. LaTeisha Elliott

Dr. LaTeisha Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I assist clients with identifying tools to navigate life's challenges within a safe, accepting, affirming, and non-judgmental environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Claudette E Rogers

Claudette E Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Montgomery, AL


“Using a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT) approach, it's important that my clients feel safe, seen, and heard in a non-judgemental, supportive environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara McMillan

Barbara McMillan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monroeville, AL


I bring knowledge and experience from over three decades in both public mental health settings and private practice and over twenty years teaching psychology and human development. I'm here to support you on your journey to well-being and look forward to working together. I have special sensitivity for neurodivergence, including issues unique to 2E.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Chemika Burkhalter

Dr. Chemika Burkhalter

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“As your therapist, I will guide you in building your identity and discovering freedom of choice, enabling you to find peace and joy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Japonica Bryant

Japonica Bryant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hoover, AL


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe therapy is not just about coping—it's about transforming how you see yourself and what you believe is possible.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natasha Rawlins

Natasha Rawlins

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


When life feels heavy, it’s easy to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the version of yourself you want to be.

I help individuals navigate depression, anxiety, life stress, and major transitions while building confidence and clarity. I offer in-person sessions in Tennessee and telehealth for clients in both Tennessee and Alabama.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brion Carlson

Brion Carlson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Birmingham, AL


Are you feeling stuck between who you are and who you know you were meant to be? I help clients grappling with meaning, mortality, authenticity, and purpose. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I specialize in depression, anxieties, and addictions that have these deeper existential roots. I help people struggling with shame, loneliness, heartbreak, aging, illness, grief, and loss of meaning build a life worth living and a Self worth living it. I believe in building new skills. But my ultimate aim is to help you find and liberate your higher Self.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dotti Bailey

Dr. Dotti Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alabaster, AL


“My practice focuses on understanding the neurobiology of the brain and how trauma impacts the mind–body connection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lillian Jackson

Lillian Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Phenix City, AL


“Her true passion is for every person to know who they are and what they were created to do and live their best life accordingly.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Shahid

Elizabeth Shahid

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Clients can expect to feel more confident in their ability to make decisions to improve their life without a therapist's help.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jerusalem Brown

Jerusalem Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


You may already know why you overfunction, people-please, silence yourself, or keep repeating patterns in relationships that leave you drained. Insight matters, but it is not the finish line. I help people turn what they know into boundaries, emotional self-trust, and choices that reflect the life they are ready to lead.

I’m a licensed psychotherapist, a nationally certified counselor, a former adjunct psychology instructor in higher education, and the founder of Mental Health Monarchs. With more than 15 years of experience in mental health, including 6 years as a therapist, I work with adults navigating childhood trauma, emotional neglect, family dysfunction, identity concerns, and toxic relationship patterns.

My style is intuitive, culturally grounded, curious, and compassion-forward. We’ll explore what is underneath your patterns without making therapy feel stiff or overly clinical. We can leave the work voice outside. I’m not code-switching with you. Cool?

This space is best suited for people who are ready for honest reflection and willing to begin using new tools in real time, in real life. I give homework.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashton Pattberg

Ashton Pattberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ozark, AL


“I believe in creating a welcoming and affirming space for all individuals where they feel seen, safe, and heard.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Cecelia Johnson

Cecelia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mobile, AL


“My skills are in motivating, communicating and advocating for Client to promote personal and social growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Candace Park

Candace Park

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My style is empathetic, warm, and nonjudgmental. I reflect on your feelings with clarity and sensitivity, ensuring you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout our work together.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tom Casolaro

Tom Casolaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Daphne, AL


“I'm an attentive listener, empathetic, honest, perceptive and supportive. I have a practical, solution and relational oriented approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Starwood

Ashley Starwood

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Self-discovery is a journey that many people find themselves struggling to understand... I want to help you find the love and the light within your relationships and self in order to help you create and mold a better YOU.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aileen Murphy

Aileen Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Clients can expect a compassionate, strengths-based approach focused on practical solutions and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Courtney Hawkins

Courtney Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntsville, AL


I specialize in Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, identity/LGBTQIA+ concerns, ADHD, and relationship/couples issues.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashleigh Goggins

Ashleigh Goggins

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe that everyone has the power to change and that's why I use Carl Roger's client-centered therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Russell

Erin Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Madison, AL


“Erin is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and specializes in providing practical, evidence-based tools for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and managing intense emotional states.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Brandy Ray Cobbs

Brandy Ray Cobbs

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I take a practical, strengths-based approach that starts with what's impacting your daily life—like executive functioning, overwhelm, or communication challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rekita Jackson

Rekita Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Birmingham, AL


Hello. My name is Rekita Jackson and I am the owner of 2nd Chances Better Choices Counseling and Consulting Services. I'm a Licenced Professional Counselor and also hold certifications in Grief Couseling and Anger Management. I have over 20 years of experience in helping people within the behavioral / mental health community.

I specialize in individual, family and group counseling. My particular interests are working with individuals who are struggling with personal life stressors, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, substance abuse and re-entry counseling.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathleen Roberts

Kathleen Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, and the unique experiences that come with being neurodivergent...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexis Malden

Alexis Malden

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe every person deserves a safe, supportive space where they feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ryann Yanhko

Ryann Yanhko

Therapist

Virtual • Huntsville, AL


“My passion is to help others find hope and healing through changing their relationship with their circumstances.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Suzan Mitchell

Suzan Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and strengths based. I focus on creating a space where you feel safe, welcomed, and able to be yourself without fear of judgment. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, life changes, or personal challenges, I work alongside you to understand what’s most important and support you in moving toward meaningful growth and lasting change.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Teresa Speigner

Teresa Speigner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gadsden, AL


“I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Madelene Spinner

Madelene Spinner

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I would like to better understand your situation and collaborate with you to identify effective solutions that foster greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and inner peace...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Madaline Knaupp

Madaline Knaupp

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself-messy thoughts, mixed feelings, and all.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Holly Kozee

Dr. Holly Kozee

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Fairhope, AL


My passion is helping women to regain a feeling of control and authorship in their lives. I specialize in helping women with postpartum depression/anxiety, self-esteem issues and stress from life transitions. I received my Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Ohio State in 2008. I'm a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jonai McCoy

Jonai McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe you already carry strength, even on the days it doesn't like it. You deserve and are worthy of support!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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