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Grief counselors and therapists in West Hartford, CT

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in West Hartford, CT

Navigating grief and loss in West Hartford is deeply personal. Headway connects you with compassionate providers experienced in bereavement counseling, grief therapy, and coping with death. With 1,003 licensed providers nationally and virtual or in-person sessions, find support tailored to your journey.

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
Lemlem Egziabher

Lemlem Egziabher

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


For over 20 years, I have had the privilege of sitting with people through some of life's hardest moments: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and the pain of racism and loss. My goal is to build a real connection with you, so you never feel alone in figuring this out. I'm here to support you on your journey of self-exploration and personal growth.

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

Jessica Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With specialized training in psychodynamic and relational counseling, I am interested in helping others cultivate healthy, satisfying relationships...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tarrance Barbee

Tarrance Barbee

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can share what you feel vulnerable and secure.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Finding a therapist who truly gets your life can feel like a long search. One who sees more than a diagnosis, who doesn't need you to explain yourself before you can get to work. If you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, that search often comes with an extra layer: the quiet work of figuring out whether this therapist is actually safe, or whether you'll spend your sessions educating them. With me, you won't have to do that work.

I'm a licensed therapist with more than 22 years of experience in mental health and addiction treatment. I've worked in community mental health centers, psychiatric hospitals, correctional settings, and private practice. I've sat with people in some of the hardest moments of their lives and know how to meet them there without flinching.

My primary focus is LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. That includes navigating identity, coming out at any stage of life, relationship dynamics unique to queer and same-sex partnerships, internalized stigma, minority stress, and everything that comes with living authentically in a world that doesn't always make that easy. I also work with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, substance use and dual diagnosis, men's issues, and stress and burnout.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Courtney Juliano

Courtney Juliano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the relationship built between therapist and client is one of the most important tools in the healing process.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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, End of life care, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 5 insurance carriers
Marissa Burke

Marissa Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a space where you can speak openly, without needing to explain the world you work in.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Xanic Wood

Xanic Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of effective therapy. You don't have to have everything figured out before starting—we can begin exactly where you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michel Thompson

Michel Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I bring warmth and directness to every session. I'll ask real questions, listen carefully, and meet you where you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katerina Kouliaki

Katerina Kouliaki

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in a strengths based, client centered and compassion focused approach.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Liza Frank Caraglio

Liza Frank Caraglio

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide a comfortable, judgment free environment. I engage my clients in the process of goal setting, while empowering them to develop the skills needed to manage the challenges they are experiencing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Ellis

David Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have worked for over 30 years in the mental health field. My professional experience includes working with adults, couples, families, and armed services members.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Minnelly Vasquez

Minnelly Vasquez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in providing culturally responsive mental health support to individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luz Mora

Luz Mora

Therapist

Virtual • Bridgeport, CT


“I understand how challenging life can be, from managing anxiety and depression to navigating important life challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
Zachary Schoenholtz

Zachary Schoenholtz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to create a safe, collaborative space where we can explore challenges with a mix of compassion, humor, and practical strategies.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
James Murtha

James Murtha

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specifically focus on integrating cognitive behavior therapy based treatments, 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
Andres De Leon Ortiz

Andres De Leon Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I offer a thoughtful, supportive space where you can feel understood while building the clarity, skills, and confidence needed to create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittney LaBonte

Brittney LaBonte

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in couples therapy, trauma, and substance use recovery with a twist. Clients call me their "hippie therapist" because I bring a decade of holistic training, yoga, meditation, Reiki, and mindfulness into my clinical work. I've spent my career in addiction and behavioral health, including leadership roles at Mountainside Treatment Center. I especially love working with high-performing professionals, healthcare providers, athletes, and military members who spend their lives caring for others and are finally ready to receive care themselves.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Idenice Sargut

Idenice Sargut

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have always had a nurturing and patient heart in wanting to help people. I allow my clients the freedom to guide themselves through their own experiences and challenges with support and unconditional positive regard.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 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
Michele Brownstein

Michele Brownstein

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, and life’s challenges. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and self-care strategies, I help clients identify stressors and develop tools for lasting change.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Nilda Perez

Nilda Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Through EMDR, I help process and reframe traumatic memories, reducing their emotional weight and easing anxiety and depression.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Teran

Jennifer Teran

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have an easy-going style. I use a lot of humor, and have an eclectic way of viewing the problems of this world.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cynthia Cifuentes

Cynthia Cifuentes

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a therapist, one of my main focuses is to highlight my client's strengths. I believe all individuals are capable of change and progress.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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
Jay Souza-Erlandson

Jay Souza-Erlandson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with adults who have experienced betrayal trauma, including those in the LGBTQ+ community who have faced rejection or violence during their coming-out process, as well as military service members and veterans coping with...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriana Kirkindoff

Adriana Kirkindoff

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Every client presents with a different story! So no two clients will be the same, I adjust to my client and their presenting issue(s).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Stephanie Larose

Stephanie Larose

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide the highest level of care by taking the time to truly listen to my patients and their concerns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alison Birdsey

Alison Birdsey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My practice is dedicated exclusively to women's healthcare, offering specialized care for perinatal mental health, perimenopause and menopause, and sexual well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kim Gagnon

Kim Gagnon

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have worked in cancer care and long-term care planning with adults and their families who have dealt with advanced illness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Britney Fulp

Britney Fulp

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Oh hi! My name is Britney Fulp, LCSW and I am a therapist with 10 years of experience. I graduated from Winthrop University with my MSW. I believe every person has inherent worth and deserves a therapist they can truly connect with. I know how challenging it is to take the first step to mental wellness, but I am so privileged to partner with you for your journey.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Serena Morrison-Monteleone

Serena Morrison-Monteleone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy is most effective when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported, and I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Johanna Berberena

Johanna Berberena

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“I believe healing begins in a space where you feel truly heard, understood, and accepted without judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaclyn Semmeles

Jaclyn Semmeles

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome to my page! I've been practicing clinical social work for 9 years. I graduated from Fordham University with a Masters in Social Work. My clinical experience ranges from individual therapy, group therapy, intensive outpatient therapy, to working with families in-home. My areas of specialty include working with patients with Anxiety, Depression, life transitions, and Borderline Personality D/O from ages 18-65+.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Hope

Tiffany Hope

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Many of my clients come in carrying more than most people can see — anxiety that won't quiet down, grief that still feels fresh, or a past that keeps showing up in the present. I work with adults navigating depression, PTSD, substance use, and the kind of complicated emotions that don't fit neatly into words. I'm genuinely invested in your progress and am here to support you on your path towards living a more balanced life. I see clients across Connecticut via telehealth.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ana Perez

Ana Perez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Taking that first step toward mental health care can feel like a lot, and I want to make it easier. I offer telehealth appointments in Connecticut, and I bring over three years of community mental health experience to every session. Whether you are navigating anxiety, working through depression, or healing from trauma, I meet you where you are and help you build a plan that fits your actual life. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on what works. I am here to help you move forward, one step at a time.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of West Hartford, CT
There are over 25 therapists in West Hartford, CT accepting new patients.
25+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 96%Stress management
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 80%Cigna
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 48%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
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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  • 80%Woman
  • 20%Man
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 28%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 12%Couples therapy
  • 4%Child or adolescent therapy

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