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Grief counselors and therapists in Iowa

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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 241 compassionate professionals through flexible virtual and in-person appointments.

Terri Graves

Terri Graves

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I am strongly committed to supporting my clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep respect for each person's individual process.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katrena Armstrong

Katrena Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“You will be seen, heard, and affirmed. At the same time, you will be gently challenged, supported in broadening your perspective, and taught mindfulness techniques.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mathew Schmeckpeper

Mathew Schmeckpeper

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is direct, practical, and focused on real progress. I use your past experiences to understand what has worked, what hasn't, and how to build a path forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jodi Gregory

Jodi Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa City, IA


“I approach counseling with a strengths-based lens, incorporating elements from especially cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, and narrative therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristen Hagin

Kristen Hagin

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about helping people who are going through life changes, grief, relationship conflict, anxiety concerns, and parenting challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lisa Johnson

Lisa Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My clients are often navigating high stress, burnout, trauma, or life transitions—and they're ready for real support that actually works.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Cook

Carrie Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in supporting individuals with bipolar disorder, offering tailored approaches to help manage mood swings, enhance emotional regulation, and create lasting stability.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Eugene Furnace

Dr. Eugene Furnace

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


I provide personalized and focused men's health that includes the psychological, biological, and spiritual domains of health and wellness. I am a dual board certified nurse practitioner in family medicine and psychiatry, so I understand and can treat the whole person. My doctoral studies focused on integrative medicine with an emphasis on men's health. I also have degrees in pastoral counseling and biblical exposition, so I am able to offer faith-forward mental health care for those who desire an integrated Christian experience.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Perry

Michelle Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I offer a judgement free therapeutic experience where clients feel supported, heard, and challenged.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jenna Brown

Jenna Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I strive to create a compassionate, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nwamaka Orji

Nwamaka Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment, characterized by clear, calm communication, while upholding confidentiality.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andrea Hansen

Andrea Hansen

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I think everyone deserves a space to feel comfortable and validated and I hope to always provide this with my clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rebecca Stern

Rebecca Stern

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Whether you’re dealing with a long-standing struggle or a new crisis, finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported from the start. Whatever you’re carrying, we’ll work through it together and find a path forward that helps you feel better.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katina Walker

Katina Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Longfield

Laurie Longfield

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“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
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


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
Katlyn HIndle

Katlyn HIndle

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“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
Laura Leadley

Laura Leadley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cedar Falls, IA


I'm Laura, an LMFT in Iowa with a background in Chicago and a straightforward approach: I'll tell you the truth in a supportive way, and we'll figure out together what actually helps. I work with individuals, couples, and families, and I have deep experience with addiction and recovery, including people with incarceration histories. I also have a special interest in working with adoptees and the unique challenges that experience can bring. If you want a therapist who is direct, warm, and genuinely in your corner, I’d love to work with you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jamie Swan

Jamie Swan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Albia, IA


“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
Tricia Gabriel

Tricia Gabriel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“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
Helen Roberts

Helen Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hi! My name is Helen Roberts, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Iowa. I’ve been counseling children, teens, adults, couples, and families for over 20 years - but in my experience, that’s not really what you want to know. What you really want to know is, can I help you? And is there hope for things to change for you? As a matter of fact, there is, and I hope you’ll give me an opportunity to take that journey towards healing and empowerment with you. We can change the direction of your life right now and give you hope and power again!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacob Jackson

Dr. Jacob Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“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
Karie Bliss

Karie Bliss

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My job is to meet you where you are at currently, in a non-judgmental fashion, offering authenticity without our therapy space.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, End of life care, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tiffany Blevins

Tiffany Blevins

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Iowa, North Dakota, Arizona and Idaho with over 20 years of experience working with adults struggling with difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief/loss.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nessa Little

Nessa Little

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I look at therapy as us going down a river in a boat together. You are driving the boat, and I am helping you figure out how to get around obstacles and deal with rough water.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miranda Adcock

Miranda Adcock

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have 15 years experience working with trauma. I love working with special populations, having military, adoption/foster care, and LGBTQ+ experience.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Blaine

Megan Blaine

Therapist

Virtual • Ottumwa, IA


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a space where you can be yourself without judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lisa Prosser-Dodds

Lisa Prosser-Dodds

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


As a Licensed Professional Counselor with my PhD in Psychology, I have been providing counseling for over 20 years. In that time, I have acquired the skills and compassion to help clients create the life they want for themselves. I serve as a guide and companion to clients on a journey of healing and self-growth.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amber Sherman

Amber Sherman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My style is warm, conversational, and collaborative. I want therapy to feel approachable and grounded...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carla Starr

Carla Starr

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that each person has their own journey in healing, and as your therapist I am here to provide empathetic support and guidance.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Uraina Domon

Uraina Domon

Therapist

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


Uraina, is a LCSW, with 10+ yrs or experience. She is a therapist who Is compassionate and understanding, who meets the clients where they are. Enjoys helping clients to feel empowered to find their own true potential. She has the understanding that each client's needs are unique to their own situations. She specializes in CBT, TFCBT, Trauma, MI, Mindfulness, Attachment Disorders, LGBT communities, Grief, Substance Use, Boundary Setting, Relationships Issues and more.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Johnson

Jessica Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with seven years of experience walking alongside families through developmental and emotional transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marla Hummel

Marla Hummel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a therapist with more than 14 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kristal Steeves

Kristal Steeves

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


If you've been told your anxiety, exhaustion, or emotional shifts are "just stress" or "just aging" — and something in you knows it's more than that — you're in the right place. I'm Kristal, a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting people through life's most challenging transitions. That career — rooted in crisis intervention, child welfare, and working alongside people experiencing homelessness — built in me a deep capacity to sit with complexity, pain, and change without flinching. That foundation now drives my specialized work with women navigating perimenopause and menopause. I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience to this work. I've walked this road myself — which means when you show up, you will be genuinely seen and heard, perhaps in a way you haven't been in a long time.

Check me out on the Grit to Growth Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTvAK4pRlkM

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Griffith

Jennifer Griffith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“You are not just a diagnosis; you are a unique individual whose mental, physical, and social health all impact your overall well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keife Earley

Keife Earley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“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
Timothy Dearhamer

Timothy Dearhamer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My main goal is to provide a safe space for you to talk what about whatever you need to talk about without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dawn Smith Gibbs

Dawn Smith Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


In a world that continues to turn with or without us, we often wonder where we can get off in order to regroup.

My purpose is to provide an open, restorative and non-judgmental healing space for you.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Drury

Alyssa Drury

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa City, IA


“I believe there is no magic answer to everything and not everything works for everybody, so I approach things like it is you and I trying to figure out what works best for you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Iowa who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Iowa
There are over 238 therapists in Iowa accepting new patients.
238+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 36%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 84%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 11%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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