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Grief counselors and therapists in Merrillville, IN


Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Merrillville, IN
Finding support after loss in Merrillville doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Headway connects you with 650 licensed therapists experienced in grief counseling, bereavement support, and coping with death. Access evidence-based therapies like Complicated Grief Treatment and CBT through flexible virtual or in-person sessions, with many patients paying as little as $0 per session through insurance.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor (LCAC) with more than 30 years of experience helping children, adolescents, adults, and families navigate life challenges. I earned both my bachelor's degree in psychology and master's degree in counseling from Indiana State University.
Throughout my career, I have provided individual, family, and group therapy in a variety of behavioral health settings and have spent over 26 years with Centerstone
in both clinical and leadership roles. My experience spans outpatient therapy with a variety of focus areas, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, substance use treatment, family therapy, and community-based behavioral healthcare.
My treatment approach incorporates person-centered, evidence-based practices including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Trauma-Informed Care. I have extensive experience supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, Grief, trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, substance use disorders, grief, suicidal thoughts, and emotional distress.
Personally, I believe healing happens through meaningful relationships. I am passionate about helping people discover their strengths, build resilience, and
develop practical skills that lead to lasting change. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and
empowered to achieve their goals.
I believe that therapy is a space that belongs to you and is nurtured by your therapist for you. Through this healing environment, I give you the tools to change self-defeating behaviors.
If anxiety, depression, trauma or difficult family circumstances are making life feel heavier, you do not have to navigate them alone. Whether you are a teen, adult, parent, or family, therapy can offer a supportive place to feel heard, understand what is happening, and begin moving forward. Together, we can build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
As a board certified psychotherapist I have seen firsthand the importance of our mental health and the powerful effects that it can have on our lives. Seeking help can be difficult. I applaud you on the taking the first step in making a lasting change in your life! I am of Christian faith. I have been practicing in a variety of different social work related fields for the last 20 years, most recently focusing on anxiety, depression, and past trauma.
Hello! My Name is Olivia and I am so honored to be experiencing this journey with you! You have taken the first step just by browsing to see who is a great match for you! I would love to get to know you more and help you navigate life's struggles by working together on a deeper level!
Hi, my name is Kathryn Powell (LCSW) and I am a licensed therapist skilled in empowering clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, navigating life transitions, self-esteem and body image concerns. I aim to provide a supportive and collaborative space where you can share openly and discuss the challenges you are facing. We will work together to explore your concerns and goals, while I offer guidance and evidenced-based skills training to help you create positive change.
I'm Hagan Lawson, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and graduate of Purdue University. I provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy for individuals experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and other mental health challenges. My background in both physical and mental health care has shaped the way I practice, I believe understanding the whole person is essential to providing meaningful mental health care. Above all, I want my patients to feel comfortable being themselves and know they will be heard, respected, and involved in their care.
With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.
I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
About our therapists in Merrillville, IN who help people navigate grief and loss



- 100%Grief or loss
- 98%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 85%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%Ascension

- 98%English
- 4%Spanish
- 1%Korean

- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online

- 83%Woman
- 16%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 49%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 39%Family therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
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