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Grief counselors and therapists in Topeka, KS

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Topeka, KS

Grieving a loved one or processing loss? Topeka residents can access evidence-based grief therapy through Headway, featuring therapies like grief counseling and complicated grief treatment. Connect with empathetic providers who understand anticipatory grief, unresolved grief, and finding meaning after loss.

Amanda Seiler-Adams

Amanda Seiler-Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Amanda provides a holistic approach within a non-judgmental environment, helping you set realistic goals and utilize coping skills.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Tiffani Swarnes

Tiffani Swarnes

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. In session, you can expect a space that feels nonjudgmental, thoughtful, and practical.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Xinli Fan

Xinli Fan

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe in a compassionate, collaborative, and personalized approach to therapy. Using trauma-informed and attachment-based techniques, I integrate EMDR, IFS, EFT, and mindfulness to help you process pain, develop healthier relationships, and...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tess Rolston

Tess Rolston

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I use a mix of mindfulness, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and creative approaches to support healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Alyssa Young

Dr. Alyssa Young

Therapist

Virtual • Mission, KS


Alyssa is an African American and Mexican American biracial woman who takes great pride in her diverse heritage. She is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently a PhD candidate at Antioch University New England (AUNE). Alyssa is deeply passionate about advancing mental health support for Black and Latino/a/x communities and is dedicated to addressing the unique challenges they face. On a personal level, she loves spending quality time with her family and friends.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Katie Evans

Katie Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is guided by a nervous system perspective which accounts for biological, relational, emotional, and cognitive influences which both predispose and continuously shape our lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kenneth Burke

Kenneth Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I enjoy helping people, in particular men, adjust their ideas about relationships so that they can enjoy their relationships to the fullest.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Fattaey-Gray

Sara Fattaey-Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I will hold a space for you where we can build a rapport based on trust and understanding, using various treatment modalities to achieve your goals for a better life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sydney Humphrey

Sydney Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I want you to be comfortable in your own skin, as your own person, and it is my mission for all people to develop a genuine Love for SELF.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sarita Boyette

Sarita Boyette

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I approach the therapeutic relationship with sensitivity towards you and your experience, a focus on what you desire from our time together, and respect for multi/cross-cultural factors and influence.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Williams

Richard Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Manhattan, KS


“I help adults find possibility in life, again by supporting them in moving past the emotions, the stories and the challenges that hold them back.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lisa Marin

Lisa Marin

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me because I'm easy to talk to, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Ridings

Gary Ridings

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to help the client feel relaxed and comfortable in session and to help them determine and reach their goals of living a healthy and fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Madison Meyerson

Madison Meyerson

Therapist

Virtual • Wichita, KS


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas. I have experience working with law enforcement, a strong history of assessing individuals in an active mental health crisis, and conducting individual, couples, and group therapy.

Please do not schedule on Headway. To schedule go to my website Madisontherapyco.com and book an appointment there.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carlos Benalcazar

Carlos Benalcazar

Therapist

Virtual • Topeka, KS


My name is Marcelo Benalcazar. I am a father of four and a first generation son of two immigrants. I grew up in Topeka as a biracial/bicultural child and know all too well the feelings that come from being "different" than everyone else. In my free time I play video games (I have multiple systems and enjoy multiple genres), watch movies, read graphic novels, and LOVE all forms of music. Educationally I received my Associates Degree in Addictions Counseling from Kansas City Kansas Community College and my Bachelors and Masters from the University of Kansas where I graduated Cum Laude as an Integrated Behavioral Health Scholar. I am currently a dual licensed therapist with an LSCSW and an LMAC.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Larsen Barnds

Larsen Barnds

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My experience is that when someone reaches out, they appreciate a calm and accepting spot where they can get a better idea of WHAT to do, and HOW to feel better, as soon as possible.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Leslie Glennon

Leslie Glennon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


Finding the right provider can make all the difference. I’m a board- certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a background caring for both children and adults, including experience in pediatrics, adult ICU care, and outpatient psychiatry. I work with clients across the lifespan and have a special interest in ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health concerns. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself. I value genuine connection and believe effective care starts with understanding the whole person, not just a diagnosis.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rebecca Chidester

Rebecca Chidester

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I draw on IFS, somatic work, ACT, and EFT — not because they're trendy, but because they reach the places coping skills alone don't.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chiwoo Choi

Chiwoo Choi

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“As a recovering people-pleaser myself, I understand the challenge of being your authentic self while trying to meet other people's expectations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Ratliff

Sara Ratliff

Therapist

Virtual • Olathe, KS


The most important goal I have is providing a space where you feel heard and understood. I believe that when someone feels heard, the nervous system begins to heal. I am someone who wants to get to know you and build trust. I hope to provide a space for growth as well as laughter and joy. We all heal a little more when we can laugh with someone. I have 6 years of experience as a counseling graduate and 2 years of counseling experience from grad school. A few of my main areas of focus are anxiety, depression, OCD, attachment, and mood disorders. I specifically enjoy working with children 8 and up, teens, young adults, and women.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Blevins

Tiffany Blevins

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“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 13 insurance carriers
Ray Woods

Ray Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Life doesn't come with a roadmap — but building one is exactly what we do together.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 17 years of experience working with youth, adults, families, and military communities across school, clinical, and community settings. I've sat with people in some of the most demanding circumstances imaginable — from inpatient mental health facilities to active military bases — and I've learned that what helps most isn't a script. It's connection, clarity, and a practical plan that actually fits your life.

I grew up on a farm, where I learned early that hard work and determination lead to better outcomes. That belief has shaped every corner of my career — and how I show up for every person I work with.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeannette Balboni

Jeannette Balboni

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Hello, and welcome! I'm a licensed therapist with eight years of experience in the behavioral health field. I became fully licensed in 2021 and have enjoyed helping clients develop insight and change behaviors through their journey with me. I started my professional life as an educator in 2003, but life had a different path and I discovered my passion was to provide psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan. I treat ages 10+ and assist individuals understand their moods, develop strategies to manage them, or simply provide a safe space and a listening ear.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eugene Kivett

Eugene Kivett

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I am Christian Counselor that utilizes Cognitive Therapy to empower clients making their desired changes in life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


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.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cemetrice Muhammed

Cemetrice Muhammed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


Welcome! I'm Cemetrice a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I belive that seeking help takes courage, and my goal is to create a safe, judgement-free space where you feel heard and supported from the very first visit. I earned my MSN from Northern Kentucky University, and I bring over six years of psychiatric experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I currently hold inpatient privileges at three hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which keeps me connected to full spectrum of mental health care. I work with patients ages 5 and up treating a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and more. My approach combines careful medication management with genuine listening because you're more than diagnosis.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mandy Wilde-Price

Mandy Wilde-Price

Therapist

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


“I am dedicated to empowering my clients to achieve personal growth, resilience and well-being through empathetic listening, evidence-based practices and goal setting.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathryn Sullivan

Kathryn Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I specialize in treating C-PTSD, focusing on the present and helping you heal relational wounds while building a healthier connection between your mind and body.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley ONeal

Ashley ONeal

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I understand that strong emotions are often connected to deeper pain, stress, trauma, or difficult life experiences, and I do not take a client's emotions personally.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Albert Sarno

Albert Sarno

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I am deeply committed to helping individuals discover meaning and purpose in their lives. With more than four decades of experience as a counselor, I specialize in guiding clients through recovery from addictions, anxiety disorders, and PTSD.

As an Associate Professor in the Online Department of Community Care and Counseling within the School of Behavioral Sciences at Liberty University, I facilitate courses designed to help students and clients rediscover their zest for life and cultivate lasting emotional well-being.

In my private practice, I work extensively with couples, equipping them with practical tools and proven techniques to restore joy, strengthen relational intimacy, and build fulfilling, resilient relationships.

I live in Lynchburg, Virginia, where I remain actively engaged in my community. My areas of specialization include trauma and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, child abuse recovery, and relational intimacy. I am also the author of Joy on the Same Page (2023), which outlines my Relational Intimacy approach.

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Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cristele Tchokouani Yamdjeu

Cristele Tchokouani Yamdjeu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is rooted in compassion, respect, and evidence-based practices, ensuring that every person I work with feels valued, understood, and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cynthia Wilson

Cynthia Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


As a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe investing in your mental well-being can foster greater happiness, resilience, and stability. I look forward to helping you navigate your journey toward improved mental health.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Sprague

Jennifer Sprague

Therapist

Virtual • Lenexa, KS


“I use a person-centered approach to therapy. I know that each person needs to be treated as the individual they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Tara Guss

Tara Guss

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My work is rooted in attachment theory and the belief that people heal when they feel safe and connected with others.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bernadette Spooner Thompson

Bernadette Spooner Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My work lives at the intersection of societal hierarchies and cultural identity, always held within a trauma-informed framework.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brian Hill

Brian Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I have trained my focus more recently on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD), Phobias, and Panic Disorder.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Daniel

Michelle Daniel

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


For 30 years, I've worked inside schools alongside children and adolescents — as a social worker, an advocate, and someone who genuinely understands how young people think, struggle, and grow. I know what anxiety looks like in a middle schooler. I know how ADHD shows up in a classroom. And I know that the kids and families who need support deserve to get it without spending years trying to find relief.

I'm a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker — a credential I earned in November 2025, after raising two kids of my own while completing every requirement along the way. It took longer than I planned. I wouldn't change it. That experience shapes how I show up for every client.

I hold a Master's in Social Work from the University of Kansas and work as both a school social worker and a therapist, giving me a perspective on young people and families that's grounded in their real, daily lives.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael VanderWaal

Michael VanderWaal

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is integrative, drawing on Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to support clients in making sense of difficult experiences and building real, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Monique Burns

Dr. Monique Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“You will leave therapy sessions understanding what objectives and goals you are working towards often with homework that is aimed at helping you address your objectives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Topeka, KS who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Topeka, KS
There are over 343 therapists in Topeka, KS accepting new patients.
343+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 69%Ascension
  • 51%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%Swahili
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 17%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner
  • 10%Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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