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Grief counselors and therapists in Alabama

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Alabama

Coping with death, loss of a loved one, or complicated grief can feel isolating. Headway's Alabama network offers grief therapy and support through experienced providers who specialize in helping individuals work through bereavement and anticipatory grief at their own pace.

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
Chelsea Singleton

Chelsea Singleton

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I aim to help clients understand what lies beneath their distress, develop practical tools, and create healthier patterns of coping, communicating, and connecting.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Darryl Carter

Darryl Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe that therapy should be a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nyesha Logan

Nyesha Logan

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I'm here to help you move past whatever is holding you back, whether you're navigating a major life change, struggling with anxiety and depression, or just feeling stuck.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Tafolla

Megan Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • Hoover, AL


I specialize in grief, relationships, parenting, and attachment, with special interest in non-death related losses. I hold a BGS from the University of West Florida, an MSW from the University of Alabama, and have completed extensive continuing education including the University of Vermont's End-of-Life doula program. I am a TBRI® Practitioner, WRAP® Facilitator, and am a Gottman Seven Principles Leader.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
David Greene

David Greene

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Having trained in several modalities including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems and Specializing in Substance Use Disorder, I utilize an integrative and client-centered approach to best service the needs of each individual...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Paul Tierney

Dr. Paul Tierney

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


What should your client know about you?

Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years of experience helping people navigate some of life's most challenging moments. My background spans addiction recovery, the LGBTQ+ community, and the child welfare system, including working with foster and adoptive families. As both a member of the LGBTQ+ community and an adoptive and former foster parent myself, these aren't just areas of clinical expertise -- they're deeply personal to me. I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience to my work.

What is your approach to therapy?

My role is to support you, not to tell you how to live your life. I take a client-centered approach, listening closely to what you want to work on and helping you build concrete, achievable goals at a pace that works for you. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), while also weaving in elements of ACT, DBT, and mindfulness to tailor our work to your individual needs.

What can clients expect from their first session with you?

Your first session is all about you: your story, your goals, and what you hope to get out of therapy. I create a warm, judgment-free space where you can speak openly and feel truly heard. From there, we'll identify concrete, achievable goals and take things one step at a time, so that progress between sessions feels manageable and real.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tracy Jones

Tracy Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe mental health matters, and everyone deserves a safe, supportive space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raziya Webster

Raziya Webster

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Hi! My name is Raziya. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience. I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work and Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. I am passionate about helping clients reach their full potential in life.

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

Kristen DeVito

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Killen, AL


“She seeks to meet people where they are at and work collaboratively with clients to accomplish their treatment goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Clifford Wright

Clifford Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am a licensed social work therapist in Alabama. I have 25+ years of experience in therapy and social services.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Leviticus Lofton

Leviticus Lofton

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


My focus is to help individuals and families build resiliency to heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan to connect you with simple strategies that would assist you with achieving your full potential.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
December Guzzo

December Guzzo

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe in joining with my clients to resolve issues and gain true happiness in their lives by working collaboratively.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jalana Johnson

Jalana Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Birmingham, AL


“I love Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Shannon Lewis

Dr. Shannon Lewis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alabama


I’m a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of nursing experience, including ED psychiatric crisis care and extensive work with geriatric patients with dementia and their families. I provide behavioral health evaluation, crisis-focused intervention, emotional regulation support, and structured therapeutic exercises for children, teens, adults, and caregivers. My focus includes anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, insomnia, emotional eating, and behavioral patterns affecting weight and functioning.

I do not provide medication management, but I refer patients to prescribing providers and offer clinical recommendations to support continuity of care. My approach centers on assessment, stabilization, and practical behavioral strategies that patients continue at home to reinforce healing.

Thank you, Shannon Lewis, PMHNP-BC, DNP

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Kashanda Ray

Dr. Kashanda Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Clients can expect to walk away from a session with a better understanding of themselves and with coping skills to manage symptoms daily.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ruth Ware

Ruth Ware

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I specialize in working with adults who struggle with issues related to trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Coleman

Stephanie Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe in a holistic approach to therapy and take into account your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gaby Anderson

Gaby Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I create a safe and compassionate space where clients can explore their experiences, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
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 9 insurance carriers
Holley Brock

Holley Brock

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I view therapy as a partnership where we work together to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe, non-judgmental space.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. LaShawn Jackson Turner

Dr. LaShawn Jackson Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Huntsville, AL


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where individuals can reflect, grow, and embrace change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tosha Johnson

Tosha Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach includes being non-judgmental and compassionate to include meeting clients where they are & supporting them as they grow where they long to be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Leigh

Barbara Leigh

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I use a holistic approach integrated with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered and solution-focused brief therapies.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Robert Tucker

Robert Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is rooted in traditional, evidenced-based therapeutic interventions, but I also believe healing can be creative, expressive, and deeply personal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ronda Johnson

Ronda Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am very transparent and honest in the way I interact with clients. I don't mind sharing my flaws and personal history when therapeutically beneficial and appropriate.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Walker Edmondson

Walker Edmondson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Clients can expect an understanding, solutions oriented approach to care that helps them grow and heal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Clarissa Bradley Day

Clarissa Bradley Day

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I offer compassionate support, evidence-based strategies, and expert guidance to empower your growth, healing, and well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Haley Harper

Haley Harper

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult emotions, or major life changes, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience helping individuals facing mood disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, personality disorders, and other life challenges. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Montevallo and strive to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves. My practice, Elpida Counseling, LLC, takes its name from the Greek word for “hope”—because I believe hope can exist even during the seasons when it feels hardest to find.

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

Milton Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I draw from an array of therapeutic approaches to guide our process, personalizing our experience based on your distinct needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wisline Edouard

Wisline Edouard

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is deeply collaborative and person-centered, utilizing evidence-based techniques like CBT and trauma-informed care to meet your unique needs.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Candace Blackwood

Candace Blackwood

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can slow down, process what they're carrying, and begin creating healthier, more balanced lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madelyn Biles

Madelyn Biles

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I enjoy approaching from a strength-based and positive psychology perspective. I like to identify triggers and barriers and set specific goals to accomplish during our time together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Zoe Long Holloway

Zoe Long Holloway

Therapist

Virtual • Mountain Brk, AL


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katesha Ford

Katesha Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Hoover, AL


“I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, person-centered, and strengths-based approaches to help you better understand yourself, recognize patterns, and develop practical tools that support meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Emily Lawler

Emily Lawler

Therapist

Virtual • Mobile, AL


“I am committed to providing a non-judgmental environment where clients can safely explore their thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 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
Keith Jones

Keith Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Hello! I have over 25 years of experience walking alongside individuals through both challenging and transformative moments. I believe people heal best when they feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where clients can safely explore their emotions, experiences, and personal growth without judgment.

I help individuals build resilience, expand their capacity to tolerate distress, and strengthen emotional regulation skills that support long-term well-being. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I believe meaningful change happens over time, and I work to support clients in growing at a pace that feels both safe and empowering.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Alabama who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Alabama
There are over 538 therapists in Alabama accepting new patients.
538+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 83%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 97%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
  • 43%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 1%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 84%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 17%Man
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 44%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 1%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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