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Grief counselors and therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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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.

Lydiana Venega Martinez

Lydiana Venega Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely understood—not judged, rushed, or like "just another client."”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lakitha Thomas, Lpc

Lakitha Thomas, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support for women navigating infertility, anxiety, and the complex emotional challenges of reproductive health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Boring

Angela Boring

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have a strong belief that I am a reflection of the client and the client controls the direction of treatment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niya Dixon

Niya Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and genuinely understood, so you can begin to feel relief knowing your healing journey is underway.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cecilia Boza

Cecilia Boza

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to make accessing mental health care feel less intimidating by creating a safe, welcoming space where you feel seen and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jamye Soffer

Jamye Soffer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I do a lot of work with trauma, grief, death and dying and sexual trauma. I also spend a great deal of time working with teens.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dianne Wandle

Dianne Wandle

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I focus on the whole life system of each client, helping individuals build on their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Donna Tumarkin

Donna Tumarkin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work collaboratively with each person to design a tailored treatment experience that honors their lived story, aligns with their goals, and empowers clients to create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Maria Bedoya

Maria Bedoya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


“Our treatment goals are created together with the focus on setting obtainable, challenging, and empowering goals throughout treatment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alan Romano

Alan Romano

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you make sense of what you've been through, reconnect with who you are, and build a life that isn't controlled by your past.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carla Mucko

Carla Mucko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I combine clinical expertise with empathy, treating each patient as a whole person—not just a set of symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katherine Aparicio

Katherine Aparicio

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in a collaborative, client-centered approach where we work together to develop practical skills that empower clients to cope with life's obstacles and feel more in control of their well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tara Bryant

Tara Bryant

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Whether it is a life transition or an ongoing problem, we will work through it together in a safe space with a personalized approach.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susana Garcia

Susana Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“You'll learn to set boundaries without guilt, say no without shame, and practice radical self-love so you can truly heal, not just cope.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shera Klotz

Shera Klotz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“She provides a non-judgmental caring environment to explore solutions to a better way of thinking and being.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashlei Stickney

Ashlei Stickney

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced complex trauma and significant behavioral or emotional challenges, including those navigating psychosis and personality disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dayana Mendez

Dayana Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


If you're carrying anxiety that won't quiet down, grief that hasn't had space to breathe, or the weight of holding your family together while losing yourself in the process, you're not alone. I've spent over 16 years working with adults and older adults, many walking into therapy for the first time after years of pushing through in silence. My clients describe me as warm, calm, and someone they can be honest with without feeling judged. Sessions available in English and Spanish. ¿Prefieres terapia en español? Bienvenida.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Levenson

Rachel Levenson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe you know yourself better than anyone else ever could, and therapy can help you hear yourself more clearly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Evangelina Alonso

Dr. Evangelina Alonso

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in providing people with a warm and safe environment to tell thier story, as everyone has a unique culture and their own experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheena Montgomery

Sheena Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in helping clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and lived experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Janet Zwiebel

Dr. Janet Zwiebel

Psychologist

Virtual • Plantation, FL


“I believe therapy begins with creating a warm and safe working relationship where together we decide your needs and determine a plan of care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daniela Ramos

Daniela Ramos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth care for adults throughout Florida. With over 8 years of nursing experience, I offer supportive and personalized care for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, with bilingual services available in English and Spanish.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jonathan Lee

Dr. Jonathan Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As your therapist I will help you find the inspiration, motivation, and confidence you need to embrace the challenge to change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. John O'Donnell

Dr. John O'Donnell

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that therapy works best when it is client-centered and flexible, with therapist and client working together to help each client reach their unique goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gia Bess

Gia Bess

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I specialize in integrative psychotherapy. I use a variety techniques to help my clients work through their trauma, grief, anxiety and etc.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alyssa Stead

Alyssa Stead

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in helping adults navigate mood disorders, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Natalie Rothman

Dr. Natalie Rothman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I talk like a person in the room with you. You'll hear my real reactions, my questions when I get lost...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mirlande Francois

Mirlande Francois

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based. I strive to create a supportive space where you feel comfortable exploring your experiences openly and honestly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julie Braukhoff

Julie Braukhoff

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My hope is that my clients can apply what they've learned from their sessions to create a happier life for themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
James Derisse

James Derisse

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am compassionate, client-centered, have a non-judgmental environment that allow growth in clients while working on their goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shebra Reed

Shebra Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Miami Gardens, FL


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe and supportive space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and begin to heal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Katrina Kesterson

Dr. Katrina Kesterson

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Orlando, FL


If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more, we are here to support you. Seeking help and opening up to someone new can be intimidating, but it's a brave step towards healing. I understand the importance of a supportive and personalized approach, which enables me to offer effective treatment plans tailored to your unique circumstances. I treat a variety of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, among others. My extensive experience in a variety of mental health settings has equipped me to address both common and complex mental health needs with compassion and expertise.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shane Wilson

Shane Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“Since 2016, I've had the joy of treating a variety of patients including women and children of domestic violence, clients in the community, patients dealing with psychosis, military veterans, homeless clients and patients in the prison system.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherl Craft

Sherl Craft

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I focus on helping individuals feel empowered to make the necessary changes needed in order to reach their full potential.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Pilot

Jennifer Pilot

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I'm a therapist in private practice based in Florida, working with clients via telehealth from the comfort of my home - golden retrievers included. I've been in the mental health field since 2011, starting with residential treatment for women navigating addiction and dual diagnoses, then outpatient, and now private practice. I work with adults dealing with anxiety, life transitions, and the kind of stress that piles up when everything seems to be happening at once - and I bring warmth, humor, and a whole lot of genuine care to every session.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janet Gonzalez-Salas

Janet Gonzalez-Salas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Coral Springs, FL


Finding the right psychiatric provider is about more than credentials. You want someone who will listen, take your concerns seriously, and help you understand what is going on without making you feel rushed or judged.

I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of healthcare experience. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep concerns, stress, and life transitions. I am also bilingual in English and Spanish.

My approach is simple: I want to understand your story, not just your symptoms. I take time to explain your options, answer your questions, and include you in decisions about your care. One of the compliments I value most is, “You actually listened.” That is the kind of experience I want every patient and family to have.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shenelle Sendar Williams

Shenelle Sendar Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I want to build a therapeutic relationship that is genuine and open and create a safe space for those who may feel unheard, dismissed, or invalidated.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Dikibo

Elizabeth Dikibo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, empowering, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that you don't need to be fixed.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Williams

Michael Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“After a session with me a client can expect to have a new outlook on the problem that that came to therapy for.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Sizemore

Jennifer Sizemore

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I bring over 30+ years of diverse nursing experience as an LPN, RN and a nurse practitioner. I have worked as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner since graduation in May of 2020.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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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