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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Iowa
Loss reshapes our lives in unexpected ways. Headway's Iowa providers offer grief counseling and specialized therapies to help process death, separation, and unresolved grief. Connect with 236 compassionate professionals through flexible virtual and in-person appointments.
“Being here is the first step to start your journey to find balance through a non judgmental therapeutic relationship that offers empathy, validation, support...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'll help you understand what's happening in your nervous system, why certain patterns keep repeating, and how to shift them in sustainable ways.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I believe that mental health care is not one-size-fits-all...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with people of color by providing a safe space to focus on complete mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I provide a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can safely explore what's beneath the surface while also learning practical tools that create real, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy is 80% you and the work you do outside of sessions, and 20% me in what we do during the session.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and insight-driven. I tailor therapy to each person's needs, helping you uncover patterns, build self-understanding, and create lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe meaningful change begins with acceptance. When we accept reality, we gain the clarity about what we can control.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is creative, holistic, and open-minded. I believe in treating the person, not just the diagnosis or label.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am trained in counseling interventions designed to positively impact stress, life adjustments and marital issues as well as psychological concerns such as addictions, depression and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, carrying the effects of trauma, or facing a life transition that feels hard to manage, therapy can be a place to exhale. I work with adults who want support making sense of what they’re going through and finding practical ways to feel more grounded, understood, and in control. I also support clients navigating family dynamics, including experiences related to autism, adoption, and complex relationships.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about what you're experiencing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach to treatment is first & foremost an "evidence based approach"... utilize a variety of well researched principles & techniques to assist you in moving towards the life you want.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
You may be trying to keep things together while feeling anxious, down, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to get back to feeling like yourself. Maybe past experiences are still affecting you, relationships have become difficult to navigate, or you're struggling to understand why you keep reacting in ways you don't want to. For teens, this can look like withdrawing, feeling misunderstood, struggling at school, or having emotions that feel difficult to manage. For parents, it may mean trying to support your child while also feeling unsure of what to do next. I work with teens, parents, and adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges, and I strive to make therapy feel warm, genuine, and easy to talk about.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be completely yourself without worrying about saying the right thing or having everything figured out.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Hopkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of extensive counseling experience. Special interest in working with clients who have difficulties with depression, anxiety, self esteem, ADHD, stress, and pain management.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe deeply in creating a safe, non‐judgmental space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I combine medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and functional medicine principles to address mental health comprehensively.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My practice centers on helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of trauma, anxiety, and reproductive mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy should feel safe, supportive, and genuinely helpful—not intimidating or disconnected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“With over 20 years of experience, my work centers on supporting and educating clients facing behavioral, emotional, and psychological challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, welcoming space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and work toward meaningful change at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“You are not a diagnosis. Your experiences, relationships, values, strengths, history, and hopes all matter.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe that the key to a sound mind is the incorporation of the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of each client.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with empathetic, deeply feeling, & creative individuals who struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, and feeling overwhelmed by their emotions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a holistic approach to psychiatry, considering a patient's entire well-being, including their physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I'm especially passionate about helping women who have lost themselves in relationships rebuild confidence, recognize unhealthy patterns, overcome people-pleasing, and establish healthy boundaries.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am passionate about helping clients recognize their strengths, overcome obstacles, and develop a stronger sense of identity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I understand that physical health and mental health are closely intertwined and that addressing both is crucial for achieving optimal wellbeing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have realized that I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, suicide, crises, trauma, and phobias.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have an extremely personable touch to counseling. I believe in the therapeutic relationship being the strongest component of therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each individual's needs. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward their goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I believe each person has to move at their own pace, one that is comfortable for them and allows to create trust with your therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel safe to be your authentic self, and I am committed to meeting you exactly where you are in your journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Clients often describe my style as calm, collaborative, and steady — offering a supportive space to pause, reflect, and grow toward lasting balance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to provide a supportive, practical space where you feel heard, understood, and equipped with tools that help you create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I'm a firm believer in the power of human connection, and I'm passionate about helping people find their voice and live a more authentic life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Chicago, IL. He works with adolescents, adults, and older adults, and provides care for patients who are battling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolars, and other mental disorders. Idowu studied at Walden University, He has extensive training and 10 years of experience with behavioral health.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists in Iowa who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists serving Iowa
244+
Average years in practice
11 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 100%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 53%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 46%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
- 99%English
- 4%Spanish
- 1%French
How they see their clients
- 95%Online only
- 5%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 78%Woman
- 21%Man
License types
- 43%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 34%Licensed Independent Social Worker
- 12%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 29%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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