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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Fort Wayne, IN

Navigating grief and loss requires compassionate support tailored to your unique journey. Headway connects Fort Wayne residents with 595 licensed therapists experienced in grief counseling, bereavement support, and complicated grief treatment. Our providers offer evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you process loss and find meaning.

Jessica Polubinsky

Jessica Polubinsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I have a background in helping individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities including autism and Asperger's Disorder...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katie Valentic

Katie Valentic

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“My approach is rooted in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), meaning we work together to identify your strengths, clarify your goals, and build on what's already working in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tara Degunya

Tara Degunya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. By using Cognitive Processing Therapy and Exposure Therapy, I treat Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Taylor Niese

Taylor Niese

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I specialize in trauma, prolonged grief, and intense emotions, including Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elise Niebel

Elise Niebel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“Elise has a deep passion for helping clients through some of life's hardest experiences, including trauma, addiction, and relationship struggles.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alex Kellogg

Alex Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I love working with young adults who are just discovering the independent life that is ahead of them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shaun Hardie

Shaun Hardie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I help people learn to unhook from unhelpful thoughts, get unstuck, and to learn to live more fully in the here-and-now.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Chariee Reason

Chariee Reason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


Hello! My name is Chariee Reason and it's a pleasure to meet you! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost a decade of experience in the field.

My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative, recognizing the connection between the mind, body, and spirit in the healing process. While grief counseling is a strong area of focus in my practice, I also support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and life transitions. I blend evidence-based therapeutic strategies with mindfulness, self-awareness, and holistic practices to help clients heal, gain clarity, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful and empowering ways.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Snider

Jennifer Snider

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I approach therapy with compassion, warmth and curiosity. It's very important to me that you experience safety with me so you can acknowledge your own experiences and find your way to inner peace.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lauren Campbell

Lauren Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“Working through a trauma-informed lens, I serve my clients through use of EMDR, treating a variety of ages with trauma/stress related needs.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Hatcher

Jessica Hatcher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Huntington, IN


“I believe that healing happens in relationships built on authenticity, trust, inclusivity, and safety.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Rewerts

Jennifer Rewerts

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“After a session, a client can expect to have new tools to use to better manage their emotions or daily stressors.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Brady

Jacqueline Brady

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


My strength is my warmth and quickness in building a trusting where my clients are truly cared for. I am creative with collaborating on solutions, creative in the interventions I choose. I am thoughtful in making meaningful connections within the material processed.

I am a well-rounded therapist with both practical CBT skills and a training in family systems theory background.

I have 3 years of experience working within welfare services for children, parents, and within the foster care system, with experience navigating difficult circumstances.

If you struggle with depression, anxiety and trauma, I would be honored to help guide you through your healing journey.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Zachary Kyle

Zachary Kyle

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Hello! My name is Zachary! I am happy you visited my profile. Before you begin browsing, I just want to say you are strong and you have incredible power in you to journey towards healing. I believe in your success and your potential.

I received my Bachelor of Arts at Goshen College and my Master of Social Work at Andrews University. I am a LCSW in Indiana, LISW in Ohio, and a LSCSW in Kansas.

I have experience in care management and facilitation, providing counseling to juveniles on probation, delivering therapy to those who have been court ordered, doing home-based clinical services, implementing and administering Family Centered Treatment© to families, hospice social work, community mental health, certified clinical behavioral health clinics, conducting counseling to geriatric and SPMI populations, as well as telehealth.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mignon Kennedy

Mignon Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I've been through real struggles and real failures of my own, and I've learned firsthand how resilient people can be, myself included.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angel Johnson

Angel Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“With more than 20 years of experience, my goal is to help you feel heard, build on your strengths, and move forward with greater confidence and hope.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joe Da Costa

Joe Da Costa

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I am an inclusive Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who strives to make each client feel heard within a safe environment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Brand-Lesley

Stacy Brand-Lesley

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe in a person-centered approach tailored to meet the needs of each individual, utilizing various therapeutic techniques.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phyllis Starks

Phyllis Starks

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and strengths-based. I work with each client to identify their existing strengths, resources, and resilience...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darcey Meridith

Darcey Meridith

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe meaningful change happens through a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Theresa Felton

Theresa Felton

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My primary clinical focus is supporting children, teens, and young adults processing heavy life experiences, trauma, and major adjustments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Peg Black

Peg Black

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“It is a privilege to help people become empowered and achieve their personal goals and full potential.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bianca Gist

Bianca Gist

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


I did not stumble into this work — I chose it, and I choose it every day. I am Bianca Gist, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Indiana.

I am also a former collegiate athlete, and that background shapes how I show up — I know what it feels like to carry a lot and still need someone genuinely in your corner. My experience is rooted in the spaces where people need the most and are often given the least — Chicago Public Schools, foster care, home-based services, and community mental health. Through my private practice, Her Sole Purpose LLC, I work with children, adolescents, student-athletes, and families using CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care. I use what works for the person in front of me, not a one-size-fits-all approach. I work well with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and the weight of environments that were not built for them. Therapy with me is honest, grounded, and focused on what actually helps you move forward — not just cope.

If any of this resonates, I would love to connect.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ellen Daniels

Ellen Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


First let me say I went into therapy after a lot of my own problems in life and I wanted to understand why I struggled so much. Currently I specialize in relationship counseling, PTSD, anxiety, and grief/loss. Everyone's mind is shaped by their experiences, environment, personality, and a variety of other factors. I recently retired from the VA after 17 years of working with veterans and their struggles. There rest of the time I was in community care working with individuals and families. I understand that it can be hard to ask for help but the most resilient people I know have been the ones that want to keep discovering what is underneath the surface. It's not easy to figure it out yourself. That's why I do what I do! I love to help people unlock the mysteries in their heads. I would welcome the opportunity to get to know you if you think we would be a good fit. I DO NOT JUDGE..that is not my job nor my nature. My job is to uplift and assist you in finding your way to an improved quality of life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stacy Wyllie

Stacy Wyllie

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My style is warm, honest, and collaborative. I'll help you notice patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, explore the stories you hold about yourself, and build on the strengths you already have.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Hunt

Jennifer Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • Indianapolis, IN


You're here because something needs to change, and that takes courage. I'm Jennifer, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 17 years of experience working with individuals, teens, and families across Florida and Indiana. I specialize in maternal mental health, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and substance use. I don't do cookie-cutter therapy — I adapt to you, your pace, and your life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christine Bertolino

Christine Bertolino

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Sometimes life changes in ways you never expected. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, the transition into parenthood, or the emotional demands of caring for others, it's easy to lose sight of yourself while trying to keep everything together. You don't have to face those challenges alone. For more than 20 years, I've partnered with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, women's issues, and trauma, helping them build resilience, strengthen relationships, and rediscover hope during life's most difficult seasons. Working with children, adolescents, and adults, I strive to create a compassionate, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to move toward lasting healing.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shari Cassler

Shari Cassler

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer seem to work? Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, a major life transition, chronic health concerns, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, you don't have to go through it alone.

For more than 20 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside children, adolescents, and adults through some of life's most difficult seasons. My mission is simple: to restore hope, foster healing, and support meaningful personal growth. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered as we work toward the life you want to live.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christy Matthews

Christy Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“While I am direct in my approach, my practice is to always extend compassion and believe in holistic approaches.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shira Belkov

Shira Belkov

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I work from a strengths based approach and help clients cultivate self-awareness to make positive changes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Barbara Smurzynski

Barbara Smurzynski

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals, couples, teens, families, and groups as they navigate big life changes and tough emotions. I’m especially experienced with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief and loss, spirituality, parenting, stress, and major life transitions.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Charles Spray

Charles Spray

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe my greatest asset as a counselor is my ability to form quality therapeutic relationships and promote self-awareness and growth in a confidential and supportive environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karen Morris

Karen Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My approach is both gentle and practical, drawing on our relationship and rapport to guide you toward healing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Boone

Kimberly Boone

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My goal is to unlock something inside of you that motivates you to become the best version of yourself and to gain the tools necessary to manage life's stressors and circumstances.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelli Hoeflinger

Kelli Hoeflinger

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


I’ve spent the last twenty years working with adolescents, young adults, and their families, and in recent years I’ve expanded my practice to include adults of all ages. My greatest strength as a therapist is my ability to build genuine rapport and trust, creating a space where clients feel understood, supported, and safe to be themselves.

I hold a master’s degree in counseling and have additional training and experience in grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, academic counseling, post-secondary planning, and career counseling. Whether you’re navigating a major change, processing something difficult, or simply feeling stuck, my goal is to walk alongside you with warmth, practical tools, and evidence-based support.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Mercedes Frierson

Mercedes Frierson

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe healing often begins with something simple but powerful: an invitation to have a conversation.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jennifer Wallace

Dr. Jennifer Wallace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Terre Haute, IN


“With a mixture of existentialism, family systems, and cognitive therapies, we will work to discover what you hope to change in your life and walk through the steps needed to get there.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lindsay Wolff

Lindsay Wolff

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe that prioritizing mental health is an integral part of quality of life. Congratulations on taking the first step towards self improvement! I have been practicing for 20 years with a focus on individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, and difficulty with life transitions. I am also passionate about working with couples who are experiencing disconnection, conflict, and communication issues.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brynn Parkinson

Brynn Parkinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bloomington, IN


Hi there! I'm Brynn, a licensed clinical social worker and ecotherapist. I specialize in working with adults experiencing cancer, chronic illness, stress, anxiety, and grief. If any of those areas involve your primary concern, we may be a good fit.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Dimovski-Jackson

Dr. Elizabeth Dimovski-Jackson

Psychologist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe my role is to serve as a facilitator to assist you in healing and realizing your true potential by developing the skill set to walk a uniquely determined path toward self-actualization.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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