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Grief counselors and therapists in Manchester, CT

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Manchester, CT

Navigating loss in Manchester, Connecticut requires compassionate support tailored to your unique journey. Headway connects you with 951 licensed grief counselors experienced in bereavement, grief therapy, and processing anticipatory grief. Whether you're coping with the loss of a loved one or managing complicated grief, our providers offer evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment (CGT) and CBT to help you find meaning and healing. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling and transparent costs.

Milagros Sinclair

Milagros Sinclair

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Manchester, CT


I have an engaging approach and provide a safe space for vulnerability and offer both faith and evidenced based treatment modalities.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jean Amos Lys

Jean Amos Lys

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Manchester, CT


“Expect gentle questions. Expect curiosity, not judgment. Expect room for you to say, "I don't know," because that's often where the real work begins.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Heaven

Michael Heaven

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Manchester, CT


“I'm honored to walk alongside clients as we work together to reduce these burdens, build healthier patterns, and restore people and communities to their inherent strength and greatness.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Reginald Harris

Reginald Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • South Windsor, CT


“My specialty is trauma, I am a certified EMDR therapist, I have worked to the advanced level of consultant.”
Grief or loss, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Heather Spada

Heather Spada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Manchester, CT


“I specialize in working with people who are of Christian faith struggling with emotions, thoughts, life-stressors, past events or choices, or relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shella Beauzil (Collaborative Cancer Care)

Shella Beauzil (Collaborative Cancer Care)

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Vernon, CT


“I often use mindfulness to guide my interventions. I believe in looking at an individual's strengths to help empower them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robyn Hoffman

Robyn Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Monroe, CT


“Everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care. I firmly believe that the therapeutic process is greatly influenced by the relationship between the client and therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Malster

Sarah Malster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • West Hartford, CT


“My goal is for your mind to be seen and understood for its value, rather than labeled as an impairment and masked.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Robin Nichols

Robin Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Hartford, CT


“I provide a warm, relaxed, and empathetic environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mekessia Richards-Carby

Mekessia Richards-Carby

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Hartford, CT


“Understanding mental health is influenced by many factors; I work with my patients to explore their biology, psychology, and environment to better care for their mental health needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Colleen Webb

Colleen Webb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Hartford, CT


“I offer a warm, supportive and affirming space to explore challenges and build a more fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sana Kalra

Sana Kalra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • West Hartford, CT


“My approach emphasizes holistic care that goes beyond medication management, honoring each client's past, present, and future goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Lisa Turner

Lisa Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Bloomfield, CT


“I have a passion for helping & having empathy for others along with a strong desire to fight injustices.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Reyna Zascirinskis

Reyna Zascirinskis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Farmington, CT


“I have experience offering mental health treatment to folx who are neurodivergent and navigating our neurotypical world and the challenges that come along with that.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Durao

Emma Durao

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • West Hartford, CT


As a licensed professional counselor, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to goals, growth, and stability. For eleven years I was a school counselor which highlighted the growing mental health needs. So, the past three years I have shifted my focus to private practice to help clients ages 8-40. Seeking help is one of the hardest parts in your journey, so congratulations on taking that first step and prioritizing your mental health!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David Scholz

David Scholz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Farmington, CT


“My goal is to create a space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and know that you're not going to be judged.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenece Hill-White

Jenece Hill-White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Farmington, CT


“I will encourage clients to stand in their truth and be willing to be a productive part of their change process.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jenn Hoffman

Jenn Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Farmington, CT


You've been holding it together for everyone else. Let's make space for you.

You're self-aware enough to know something is wrong, and exhausted from trying to figure it out on your own. Maybe you've done therapy before. Maybe you've read the books, know the language, can explain your patterns — and still can't seem to change them. That gap between knowing and feeling is exactly where I work.

I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and the relational wounds that don't heal with insight alone. My clients are often thoughtful, capable, hard-working women who are harder on themselves than they'd ever be on anyone else — carrying old hurt in their bodies long after their minds have tried to move on.

My approach is warm and direct. I won't just nod and reflect — I'll work actively with you, using EMDR, somatic and parts-based (IFS-informed) methods, and nervous system tools drawn from yoga therapy and mindfulness. These aren't techniques I layer on top of talk therapy — they're how I understand healing: that your body has been part of the story all along, and it needs to be part of the recovery too.

I've been doing this work for over 18 years, and I bring my whole self to it — including my own experience navigating complex relationships, multiple roles, and the ongoing practice of self-compassion that I ask of my clients.

If you're ready to stop managing and start actually shifting — I'd love to connect.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Sydney Royer

Sydney Royer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • East Lyme, CT


“I take a holistic approach, meaning I look at the whole picture—mind, body, and lifestyle—when working with you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelsey Sanchez

Kelsey Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Durham, CT


“My goal is to support clients, from adolescents to older adults, improve well-being, quality of life, and find purpose and meaning in life's experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Bergvik

Thomas Bergvik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hamden, CT


“I have worked in the health care field for over 40 years, in private practice for 12 of those years, much of it with people who have grappled with many difficult problems such as major mental illness, substance abuse issues, and homelessness.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Ward

Donna Ward

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Niantic, CT


“I actually listen. I take time. I ask questions to understand the whole picture — your history, relationships, culture, and values — not just what's on the surface.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Diane Guardiani

Dr. Diane Guardiani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Niantic, CT


If you're navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, or any of the many things that can weigh on you, you deserve a clinician who takes your history seriously and works with you — not around you. That's what I aim to be. I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience treating adolescents (12+) and adults, and I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Whether medication is part of the picture or not, my goal is to help you understand what's going on and find a path forward that fits your life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Itsuannette Canales

Itsuannette Canales

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hamden, CT


“I take a practical, empathetic approach, integrating evidence-based strategies to help clients understand their patterns, improve communication, and develop healthier coping skills.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Pfeifer-Andrin

Erin Pfeifer-Andrin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Madison, CT


Hi! I have over 20 yrs of experience as a therapist and practice from a CBT perspective. I pride myself on being an attentive listener and I enjoy helping clients explore their issues, gain perspective and insight, learn new skills, and evolve through healing and personal growth.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daniel Romano

Daniel Romano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Branford, CT


I am a therapist with over 10 years of experience working with youth who are dealing with trauma and depression. I've spent years working with children and families as a DCF worker, foster care therapist, outpatient therapist, and now school based therapist. If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, family issues, or any tough emotional struggle please reach out!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mariah Benjamin

Mariah Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Cheshire, CT


“In my sessions, I'm not just a listener – I'm an educator, equipping you with a deeper understanding of your symptoms...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carol Dyson

Carol Dyson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stonington, CT


“My hope is to create a warm, supportive space where we can slow down, understand what's beneath the surface, and explore how your past experiences have shaped who you are today.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James O Callaghan

James O Callaghan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • New Milford, CT


“I view my role not as someone here to evaluate you, but as an experienced guide who helps you make sense of complex dynamics and find manageable, real-world solutions for your everyday life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leah Cefaloni

Leah Cefaloni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monroe, CT


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master's degree in art therapy from Albertus Magnus College and Over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. My approach is warm, direct and solution focused, Blending Art therapy with talk therapy to help clients express themselves, gain insight, and build practical coping skills

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Chaus Carnes

Jill Chaus Carnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Milford, CT


“I have over 25 years of experience, working with teens, young adults, adult women and men, with anxiety and depression, including folks with different abilities such as ADHD, autism and physical challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Arruda

Amy Arruda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Milford, CT


“I also have a great deal of experience working with adolescents and can effectively provide emotional and behavioral support for youth with wide array of needs utilizing a holistic and strengths-based clinical approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Culbreth

Jason Culbreth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Danbury, CT


“I specialize in working with military, first responders, and high-performing individuals navigating trauma, transition, or burnout.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Palazzolo

Catherine Palazzolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fairfield, CT


“My approach is supportive, practical, and down-to-earth. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being real, while also giving you tools you can actually use in your everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Parenti

Heather Parenti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westport, CT


“I am an open-minded, non-judgmental therapist who focuses on how the brain connects with the body...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisa Lederer

Elisa Lederer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westport, CT


“When you step into our therapeutic space, you can expect a non-judgmental and confidential environment where your story is honored.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stacey Lopez

Stacey Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I’m a bilingual (Spanish-English), bicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and therapist supporting teens, college students, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and cultural or identity-related concerns.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Celestine David

Celestine David

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in creating a "safe space" which nurtures the client-therapist relationship, and leads you towards empowerment and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Justin Scott

Dr. Justin Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Rather than dwelling on problems, I work collaboratively with clients to identify practical solutions, build on what is working, and create realistic goals that support lasting growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachel Haymann

Rachel Haymann

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“When coming to sessions, you can expect to feel heard and understood and to gain insight in a supportive and affirming environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists located within 20 miles of Manchester, CT who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Manchester, CT
There are over 23 therapists in Manchester, CT accepting new patients.
23+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 96%Stress management
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 83%Cigna
  • 65%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 4%Haitian Creole
  • 4%Hindi
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 22%Man
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 30%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 9%Child or adolescent therapy

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