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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Navigating grief and loss in Fort Walton Beach? Headway connects you with 6,380 licensed therapists trained in evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Our providers offer virtual and in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, helping you process bereavement and find meaning through compassionate support.

Maigan Oliver

Maigan Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Resiliency Coach with over 19 years of experience helping clients navigate trauma, stress, and life transitions with clarity and confidence. My approach is direct, compassionate, and rooted in real-life experience—I believe in giving you practical tools, not just talk. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, I’m here to help you move forward with resilience and purpose.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Madison Atkinson

Madison Atkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy is a safe space to process challenges and I work as a resource to help clients reach their personal goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Identity issues, OCD, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ursula Avilus

Ursula Avilus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


Welcome to my page! I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am committed to assisting adults and elderly dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and more live a healthy fulfilled life.. I am currently accepting new clients in Florida.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Patricia Zander

Patricia Zander

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am a licensed mental health counselor with a master’s degree in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida. For five years, I have supported people in outpatient and inpatient addiction settings, hospitals, needle exchanges, and those living with severe and persistent mental illness. Today, I primarily help adults ages 18 to 45 navigate anxiety through individualized, one-on-one therapy. I bring compassion, curiosity, and experience to every session.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Megan Smith

Megan Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm trained in EMDR and use a person-centered, relational style that's collaborative, validating, and paced with care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Certain

Christopher Certain

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in solution focused therapy, CBT, and addictions therapy. I also have a strong background in working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bi-polar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and substance abuse.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
ZW Jones

ZW Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and proud U.S. Army veteran committed to helping adults find balance and healing. I provide evidence-based, compassionate care for anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress-related conditions. My goal is to create a calm, respectful environment where every client—veteran or civilian—feels seen, supported, and understood. I combine medication management with practical coping strategies and therapy-informed guidance to promote lasting well-being.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Shya

Michelle Shya

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and LGBTQ+ identities, and I provide affirming, person-centered care tailored to your individual needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Monica Quioco

Monica Quioco

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, steady, and deeply supportive, and I believe healing begins in a space where you feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to begin moving forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Rolande Bellegarde

Dr. Rolande Bellegarde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I provide compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based mental health care, specializing in medication management and a collaborative treatment approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Savannah Klee

Savannah Klee

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Sometimes the hardest part is not knowing what needs to change, but feeling like you have been carrying too much for too long.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Venessa Thomas

Venessa Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Warm, genuine, and understanding are three words that I would use to describe my counseling style and I take a person-centered approach with the goal of empowering clients to achieve their therapeutic goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maurice Flournoy

Maurice Flournoy

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“You can expect someone who has empathy, supportive and encouraging you to keep moving forward on your therapeutic journey.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kacie Macdonald

Kacie Macdonald

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that healing happens in a space where you feel seen, safe, and understood, especially when life has felt unpredictable or overwhelming.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Richardson

Felicia Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, insightful, and solution focused. I create a safe space where you can explore your life experiences...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Percy Murrugarra

Percy Murrugarra

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Life can be overwhelming at times. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, ADHD, or substance use concerns, you don't have to navigate it alone. As a bilingual Latino therapist, I provide a supportive space where you can feel understood, heard, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Together, we'll work toward helping you feel more confident, balanced, and in control of your life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alana Rogers

Alana Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hello and welcome! I am private practice therapist with LCSW licensure in the states of New York and Florida. I earned my Master in Science of Social Work from Columbia University in the City of New York with a focus in Advanced Clinical Practice. I have a background working with clients in urban, suburban and rural inpatient and outpatient mental health settings as well as schools and community agencies. I have worked with individuals from various walks of life facing a range of life events and mental health issues.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Johnny Anderson

Johnny Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


“My approach is direct, solution-oriented, and grounded in the belief that people are more than a diagnosis.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sara Fox

Sara Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As your therapist, I see therapy as a team effort. Together, we will create an individualized treatment plan and set clear, realistic goals that fit your life, values, and pace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Christian

Kathleen Christian

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal as a PMHNP is to provide holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals to take control of their mental well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Adiana Castellanos

Adiana Castellanos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My mission is to provide thoughtful, evidence-based mental health care in a space where you feel safe, understood, and respected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Venessa Bowers

Venessa Bowers

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Healing isn't cute, it's not aesthetic, and it's definitely not something you hustle your way into. It's messy, honest, layered, and deeply human.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sunil Thomas

Sunil Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe everyone has inner resources to make changes in order to improve the quality of their life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gianna Cisneros

Gianna Cisneros

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for something to change? You don’t have to figure it out alone. I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges who want more clarity, balance, and confidence. Together, we’ll untangle what’s been weighing on you and create a path forward that feels realistic and empowering. Therapy can be a space where you feel understood, supported, and able to move toward lasting change—at your own pace.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Casper

Jeffrey Casper

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Finding a way to look at life and its challenges differently is what therapy and change is really all about.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Samantha Schwartz

Samantha Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I aim to offer a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space devoted to understanding and solving your problems.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
George Rico Bodin

George Rico Bodin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I’m Rico Bodin, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Certified Master-Level Addiction Professional (MCAP) based in Florida. For over a decades, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals as they work through anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and questions around identity and self-understanding. I’m especially passionate about creating an affirming, supportive space, where clients can feel seen, safe, and understood as they move toward healing and growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aqsa Shaukat

Aqsa Shaukat

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience, I work with children, teens, adults, and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, stress, and life transitions. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change so you can live a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jason Smith

Jason Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My empathetic approach aims to empower you to move beyond feeling trapped by your life story and embrace new opportunities.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristy Conley-Dilworth

Kristy Conley-Dilworth

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am very uplifting, positive, and help clients to actually believe the good things about themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Bergman

Katie Bergman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Inverness, FL


“My goal in therapy is to create a space where you don't have to do that alone. A space where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment—and begin to make sense of what you're carrying.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Olgine Louis Dort

Olgine Louis Dort

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to offer compassionate, culturally sensitive care in a space where you feel heard and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristian Berger

Kristian Berger

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I try to be non-judgmental and caring while bringing humor and lightheartedness to the relationship when appropriate.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carl Butler

Carl Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Palau

Barbara Palau

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My intention is to meet you wherever you are—with compassion, curiosity, and care—and help you explore what matters most to you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Lauren Jeffers

Dr. Lauren Jeffers

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“First and foremost, I will meet my patient where they are at. I feel this is pertinent when it comes to giving great care and support.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lindsay Burns

Lindsay Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer individual, couples, and group counseling for adults facing anxiety, relationship issues, anxious attachment, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or are recovering from narcissistic abuse.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Esther Charles

Esther Charles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I've spent years working with people in very tough situations, helping them make sense of what they're going through and feel supported rather than overwhelmed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Wildelia Santiago

Dr. Wildelia Santiago

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“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, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Breanna Young

Breanna Young

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is calm and supportive, with a focus on helping people feel understood and less alone in what they're facing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Fort Walton Beach, FL
There are over 6,322 therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL accepting new patients.
6,322+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Ascension
  • 45%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 19%Spanish
  • 2%Haitian Creole
  • 1%French
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 17%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 6%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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