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Grief counselors and therapists in New Haven, CT

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in New Haven, CT

Coping with the death of a loved one requires specialized support. Our New Haven therapists offer grief therapy using proven modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and cognitive approaches to help you work through anticipatory grief, unresolved grief, and separation distress. Many sessions are covered by insurance, with patients saving an average of 75%.

Valerie Rich

Valerie Rich

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I create a warm and welcoming environment and offer a non-judgmental space for the client to share and identify short and long term goals for therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dana Barker

Dana Barker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being themselves and working toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Identity issues, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lara Novinski

Lara Novinski

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a practical, compassionate approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are and helping them build insight, coping skills, and meaningful change at their own pace.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jarlene Cabrera

Jarlene Cabrera

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've had my share of joys and challenges, including growing up as a child of divorce—experiences that deeply shaped who I am and how I show up as a therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelsey Laudano

Kelsey Laudano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that laughter and lightheartedness can play an important role in healing and view them as valuable parts of the therapeutic process.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madison Maher

Madison Maher

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Known for my direct, optimistic approach, I challenge clients to step outside their comfort zones, embrace new opportunities, and unlock their true potential.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. George Castellano

Dr. George Castellano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With 35 + years of practice and doctoral training in counseling, I offer a steady, compassionate space where your story is met with care and clinical clarity.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Giang (Mimi) Vo

Giang (Mimi) Vo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in taking a holistic and individualized approach, recognizing that every person's journey is different...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marie Timothee

Marie Timothee

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With a master's degree in social work from NYU Silver School of Social Work and certification as an LCSW, I possess an impressive range of advanced social work methods for helping families, individuals, and groups.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Anabela Pereira

Anabela Pereira

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Throughout my career, I've worked with a broad range of concerns including relationship abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce, family conflict, and parenting.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauri Maynard

Lauri Maynard

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Prior to becoming a psychotherapist I was exactly where you are now reaching out for support. You don't have to go through this alone. I have a Master's Degree in Holistic Counseling and I am also a licensed Mental Health Counselor with 20 years experience working with anxiety, depression, loss and trauma. Therapy helped me to understand myself and cope with my situation. It also led me to my education which, taught me that seeing yourself as a whole gives you more options to choose from when things go wrong. By combining the two I can better support what you most need so you can move forward with purpose and see that there is life beyond coping.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Norja Cunningham

Dr. Norja Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am an effective solution-oriented family therapist. I will listen to your concerns and support you to formulate and implement action steps to improve your relational dynamics.”
Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jamila El-Hajj-Bey

Jamila El-Hajj-Bey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach to help clients explore ambivalence, strengthen motivation, and build confidence in creating meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elbert Ken Shell

Dr. Elbert Ken Shell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe you have the skills and that you may need some help reconnecting with the gifts of your story.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
LaShundra Vines

LaShundra Vines

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am an empathetic, empowering, and communicative therapist who provides perspective on the connection between a person's past and present issues.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Katherine Elmore

Katherine Elmore

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I’m a therapist with over ten years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, and the everyday stressors and transitions that can feel overwhelming.

I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities and integrate tools that best fit each person’s needs. Whether you’re dealing with persistent worry, low mood, major life changes, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore, grow, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
James Murtha

James Murtha

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specifically focus on integrating cognitive behavior therapy and strengths based treatment approaches, helping clients learn how to connect the dots between their actions, feelings, thoughts.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rasheedat Saheed

Rasheedat Saheed

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have worked in both outpatient and inpatient clinical settings to address the needs of many diverse clients for over 20 years...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annette Braun

Annette Braun

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Annette Braun, LPC, has over 13 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, adults, and older adults. She earned her B.A. in Psychology in 2011 and her M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2013.

She specializes in the treatment of bipolar disorder, eating disorders, OCD, grief, and life adjustment concerns. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, helping clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and create lasting change. She has also contributed to the field through published research on parental psychopathy.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Margarita Solomonova

Margarita Solomonova

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“She incorporates mind-body philosophy and explains how our conscious and unconscious beliefs affect our mood and dictate how we operate in life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Thibodeau

Maria Thibodeau

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I utilize a wide range of evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and expressive arts therapy to help clients build effective coping skills.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisabeth Peralta

Elisabeth Peralta

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can talk freely, gain insight, and start seeing progress- not just a place to vent.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Walker

Andrea Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who creates a safe judgement-free space for individuals, couples, and families to comfortably express, address, and remove constrains that limit their ability to experience life's fullness.

Grief or loss, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jakob Cala

Jakob Cala

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative, creating a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves while working toward meaningful personal growth and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aiseosa Coker

Aiseosa Coker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace and work toward meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nathan Tyson

Nathan Tyson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


I understand that the decision to seek help for mental health needs can be a nerve-racking and scary process. When it comes to patient care, I am most passionate about the preservation of dignity and making my patients feel seen. I meet fear or nervousness with acceptance, encouragement, and knowledge.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ruby Mcarthur

Ruby Mcarthur

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a clinician, I enjoy working with everyone in all phases of life helping in building self-esteem, managing addiction, trauma, self-discovery, medication management, anger management, re-establishing one's dreams/purpose, building/strengthening relationships one has with self, partners or family systems.

I have worked with foster children, young adults, primary care staff and patients, those who struggled with substance abuse in a methadone clinic, provided supervision to non-licensed social workers in the hospital.

I welcome the opportunity to meet with you for a consultation to see if working together would be a great match like a grilled cheese or peanut butter sandwich.

Best of luck on your journey to health and wellness.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Wolf

Kelly Wolf

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a breadth of experience in the field for over a decade; I’ve worked with folks with developmental and intellectual disabilities, serious persistent mental illnesses, and the working well. I’ve worked across all settings: inpatient, outpatient, corrections, and a small private practice. I am comfortable working with late teens through adulthood and love working with D/deaf individuals!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Casey Shaw

Casey Shaw

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take an empathetic, non-judgmental approach, creating a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
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
Michelle Walker

Michelle Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am ready to listen and to help you in any way I can. I have helped many people reduce anxiety and depression and I would like to help you as well. I have worked with college students, new moms, men, people dealing with work/life balance, grief and loss and older adults who are going through various issues such as struggles with their adult children and health issues. Let's turn some of those tears into laughter. Let's talk.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Karin Sidman-Croghan

Dr. Karin Sidman-Croghan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I often incorporate humor and friendly conversation into our work together, creating a comfortable space where therapy can feel less formal and more like a natural dialogue.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lee Girion

Lee Girion

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a person in long-term recovery, I understand the importance of rediscovering what makes life worth living.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Weiss

Christina Weiss

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to the therapeutic process is open-minded, authentic, understanding, humorous, and sometimes challenging.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angellina Swart

Angellina Swart

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Angellina Swart, LCSW is a social worker who has been in practice for six years. She is passionate about helping people access their strengths to overcome anxiety,

depression, and substance use disorders. Although she mainly works with adults, she does have experience working with children. She prefers to be authentic with her

clients to make them feel more comfortable and welcome in the therapeutic setting. She incorporates how external systems (family, work, policy, etc.) can affect a client’s well-

being and impact a person’s mental health.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margot Ring

Margot Ring

Therapist

Virtual • Fairfield, CT


“This world is a stressful, anxiety-provoking and often depressing place to be... it's no wonder we all struggle.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Slavin

Alexander Slavin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm warm — but I won't let you stay comfortable in patterns that are keeping you stuck, and I won't push you faster than you're ready to move.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frankie Cancel

Frankie Cancel

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed care to help clients build practical skills and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Lebron

Amanda Lebron

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as you are—without judgment, pressure, or the expectation that you have everything figured out.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gena Williamson

Gena Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My work is deeply rooted in a client-centered, compassionate approach, offering tailored therapy to meet the unique needs of each person I work with.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of New Haven, CT
There are over 21 therapists in New Haven, CT accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Trauma
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 5%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 24%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 67%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 19%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 10%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 57%Family therapy
  • 29%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy

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