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Grief counselors and therapists in Wichita, KS

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Wichita, KS

Grief and loss can feel isolating, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Headway connects Wichita residents with 295 licensed therapists trained in evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you process bereavement, find meaning, and move forward. Our providers offer flexible virtual and in-person sessions with copays as low as $0 through insurance.

Carla Lopez

Carla Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I have been working with adolescents/children since 2010 when I first began teaching children with Autism and doing in-home behavior therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Centurion Johnson

Centurion Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lawrence, KS


“I am very passionate about helping those that have been disenfranchised, discarded and dismissed by society.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sallie West

Sallie West

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is practical, grounded, and focused on helping you get unstuck in real time—not just talking about what's hard, but changing how you move through it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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
Beverly Riley

Beverly Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I bring a calm, compassionate approach shaped by years of listening, learning, and deep respect for people's resilience.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexa Wright

Alexa Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I offer a warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you with care wherever you are on your journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rixie Morris

Rixie Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I enjoy helping people untangle the patterns that aren't serving them anymore, build coping strategies that actually fit their real lives, and reconnect with parts of themselves that feel strong, steady, and whole.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elton Priddy

Elton Priddy

Therapist

Virtual • Lenexa, KS


“As a therapist, I try to support the client with compassionate care while focusing on solutions to move forward in life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Deb Acers

Deb Acers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“As a certified play therapist, I offer children tools to process and express their emotions effectively.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Grotheer

Justin Grotheer

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adults. I support clients navigating ADHD, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, relationship patterns, identity, and life transitions. My work is trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy can help you better understand yourself, strengthen self-trust, and the clinical belief that any person can change course in life at any time.

I draw from approaches such as EFT, IFS, ACT, and integrative experiential techniques, tailoring our work to your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll explore emotions, patterns, and strategies that help you feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to yourself and the relationships that matter most.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Alyssa Roberts

Alyssa Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I aim to create a space that feels warm, genuine, and safe. I believe therapy does not have to feel intimidating to be effective, and I often use appropriate humor to help clients feel more comfortable while doing meaningful work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Allison Schulte

Allison Schulte

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Allison L Schulte, LSCSW, is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker who offers therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and children experiencing depression, anxiety, cognitive impairments such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, personality disorders, grief and loss, significant stress, relationship difficulties, and other social or emotional concerns. She holds both undergraduate and master’s degrees in social work from Wichita State University.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie Karanja

Julie Karanja

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lenexa, KS


Hi, my name is Julie Karanja, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have been in the helping profession for over 20 years and have worked at SOZO Therapy Group for more than three years. I consider it an honor to walk alongside individuals who take the brave step of beginning their therapy journey.

I enjoy supporting individuals through grief and loss, relational challenges—including betrayal trauma—and working with women and couples as they navigate their reproductive journeys. I have held a certification in Perinatal Mental Health for over five years, bringing specialized training and care to this area of my work.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Wanamaker

Megan Wanamaker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manhattan, KS


I have been working as a therapist for the past four years and have prior experience working in the child welfare system, as well as working as a school social worker. I enjoy working with pre-teens, teens, and adults.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Oliva

Laura Oliva

Therapist

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


“I firmly believe in the profound interconnectedness of the mind and body and strive to support the entirety of your being in the therapeutic process.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lauren Hansen

Dr. Lauren Hansen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I also especially love working with women during their journey through pregnancy and the post-pregnancy period.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mac Crawford

Mac Crawford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lawrence, KS


“With over 20 years of experience in mental health and more than a decade as a therapist, I draw from several different modalities...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, 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 8 insurance carriers
Jaime Englis

Jaime Englis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, KS


Life flows from the heart, so it's worth caring for. Heart Work Therapy was born out of my own journey of facing life's challenges and discovering that healing is possible. I know firsthand that meaningful change rarely happens alone.

The compassion, resilience, and hope I've gained through my own experiences allow me to come alongside others with empathy and understanding. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to carry it by yourself. My desire is to provide a safe place where you feel seen, supported, and empowered as we work together toward healing and lasting change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Ediomi Oduwole

Dr. Ediomi Oduwole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wichita, KS


“I believe the best treatment starts with understanding you as a whole person, not simply your symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jason Porter

Jason Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lenexa, KS


Hello! My name is Jason Porter. I work with adults, and teens and couples who are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or just some general life struggles. I know from experience that life can be difficult, and sometimes getting some help can make all the difference. I love to listen and help others live the life they want to live. I believe this is my purpose and feel blessed to be able to help. I started my mental health career working at a community mental health center for several years. I then moved on to School counseling, and now I am working in private practice.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 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
Amy Myers

Amy Myers

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I have been working as a clinician and an administrator for over 25 years. After gaining a Master's of Social Work, I worked in community mental health centers in Northern Arizona, Chicago, Missouri and Kansas. I have held roles as a case manager, therapist, clinical supervisor and an administrator overseeing operations of a community mental health center. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to work at organizations across the country that focus on helping clients achieve wellness and balance in their lives. As a clinician, I am dedicated to providing personalized care to clients, and helping clients move towards wellness through the use of CBT, EMDR and other evidence based practices.

I look forward to meeting you and working with you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amory Whitcraft

Amory Whitcraft

Therapist

Virtual • Olathe, KS


Hi there! Just a little bit about me; I am a wife, a mom of twins, a lover of books, an Eight on the Enneagram & I love the work that I am blessed to do every day. I have my MS in Counseling as well as my certificate in Life Coaching. I am licensed clinically in KS & MO, and I am a Supervisor in both states. I specialize in treating eating disorders. I also enjoy working with anxiety & mood disorders, perfectionism and other co-occurring disorders.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tracey Ben Shalom

Tracey Ben Shalom

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I recognize that every client brings a unique life story shaped by their individual experiences and identities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arti Dautenhahn

Arti Dautenhahn

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Arti earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from The University of Missouri at Rolla and his master’s in counseling from Webster University. Arti became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2014. Arti has been working within the child welfare world for 24 years and has been part of almost every aspect of the system from preventative services to residential services to investigation of child abuse and neglect. Arti specializes in childhood trauma, trauma of all kinds, and family relationships.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aaron Pendergrass

Aaron Pendergrass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lawrence, KS


I earned the MSW from the University of Kansas in 2014. I have since engaged in a range of direct human and mental health service work; including in-home therapy with youth and their families connected to state child protective services; crisis therapy and case management in a short-term crisis stabilization facility; outpatient community mental health therapy including work with individuals, families or couples, and groups.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Richard Presley

Richard Presley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lenexa, KS


“I believe that your nervous system is the smartest thing in the room, as long as we can slow down enough to pay attention to what it is trying to communicate.”
Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Hope Erickson

Hope Erickson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I take an integrative approach to tailor therapy to meet your unique needs, rather than taking a one size fits all approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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, family, and group therapy.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
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
Steven Elrod

Steven Elrod

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I am a down-to-earth, supportive, nonjudgmental, and open-minded NP who works exclusively with adult clients as a Board Certified Psychiatric NP.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Leah Betzen

Leah Betzen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


I earned my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Friends University in 2019, but my path here didn't start in a classroom — it started in Human Resources, where I spent years helping people navigate conflict, communication breakdowns, and the messy dynamics that come with any close relationship. Turns out, those same skills translate pretty directly to couples work.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sharaya Borjas

Sharaya Borjas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Olathe, KS


“I specialize in working with individuals and families struggling with personality disorders and other trauma related disorders...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“My warm, practical, realistic, and evidence-based teaching style puts clients at ease, while my non-judgmental and curious approach leaves them feeling hopeful after every session.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Hanson

Amy Hanson

Therapist

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


“For the past 15 years I have worked in a variety of settings offering mental and behavioral health therapy to children, families and individuals, specializing in trauma and attachment focused therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Trenton Schmidt

Trenton Schmidt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I listen without interrupting and without judgment, because you need space to be genuinely heard before anything else can shift.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittny Jordan

Brittny Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


Brittny Jordan is passionate about supporting adults and couples through their journeys of self-growth. Brittny provides a trauma-informed and holistic approach to healing. She has training in EMDR therapy, IFS therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy, as well as a certificate in somatic psychedelic facilitation.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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