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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 347 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.

Dr. Lauren Thomas

Dr. Lauren Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, KS


If you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, trauma, mood shifts, or ADHD symptoms and wondering whether medication could help, you’re not alone. I work with teens and adults navigating mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and stress-related challenges.

Clients often tell me they appreciate my mix of medical expertise and genuine compassion. With a background in both psychiatry and intensive medical care, I understand how closely the mind and body are connected. My goal is to make care accessible and consistent, which is why I offer flexible scheduling and telehealth appointments.

In our first sessions, we’ll review your history, clarify your symptoms, and determine whether medication is appropriate. If it is, we’ll build a treatment plan that feels realistic, evidence-based, and aligned with your goals and overall health.

Outside of work, I find balance through yoga, comedy, time with my dog, and enjoying sunny days — reminders that healing comes from both steady progress and moments of joy.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
LaPortia King

LaPortia King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Prairie Village, KS


“I meet clients where they are and focus on building a therapeutic relationship that feels safe for clients.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
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 9 insurance carriers
Jason Porter

Jason Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Atwood, 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 13 insurance carriers
Marni Scott

Marni Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is direct, practical, and grounded in compassion. I believe therapy should be both supportive and productive—helping you gain insight while also building tools you can use in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Link

Chelsea Link

Therapist

Virtual • Leawood, KS


“I strive to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered—where therapy feels like a collaborative, supportive journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Cannon

Emma Cannon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“My style is casual, honest, and non-judgmental, while still being direct when I think a little push could be helpful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mitra Pedram

Mitra Pedram

Therapist

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


My approach to therapy is collaborative and compassionate, recognizing that healing looks different for everyone. I draw primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and culturally sensitive approaches to create a space that honors each person’s unique story and identity. I have worked in the mental health field for more than ten years, supporting adolescents, adults, and families through challenges related to mental health, challenging family dynamics, life changes, and substance use.

I work with individuals and families facing depression, anxiety, PTSD and trauma, identity issues, personality disorders, family conflict, and experiences related to immigration and adjustment. I also have experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community and those exploring questions of belonging and self-acceptance.

I believe everyone deserves a therapeutic relationship where they are seen, heard, accepted, and celebrated—a space where they can feel supported in making the changes that matter most to them. My goal is to offer a safe and empowering environment that helps clients reconnect with their strengths and move toward meaningful change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Nielsen-Thomason

Julie Nielsen-Thomason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shawnee, KS


“Using a trauma-informed approach, I specialize in helping survivors of sexual trauma and abuse heal with compassion and evidence-based care.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sesilia Conchola

Sesilia Conchola

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Sesilia is committed to working with you to determine an approach that will help guide you toward your journey to healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Randee Olive

Randee Olive

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore what’s holding you back, develop healthier ways of coping, and reconnect with what matters most to you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Neal Kimble

Dr. Neal Kimble

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“Treatment beyond the constant struggle/fight with thoughts, moving toward acceptance and meaningful actions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Polino

Dr. Susan Polino

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a safe therapeutic space in which clients feel comfortable discussing their current concerns and personal history.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dawn Sweeney Kniep

Dawn Sweeney Kniep

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I bring a mix of compassion, humor & directness to the therapeutic experience and prefer to create a collaborative experience for my clients...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Leanora Barreca

Dr. Leanora Barreca

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“We'll identify the patterns keeping you feeling stuck - whether it's constant worry, social anxiety, panic, OCD/intrusive thoughts, anxiety during a life transition, or ADHD-related challenges - and build practical, sustainable ways to move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ali Bishop

Ali Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I am a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker providing therapy for 16 years to people aged 4 to 104. I have experience working with people living with anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD. I also have experience working with couples and families to overcome challenges.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ryan Short

Ryan Short

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is that every patient leaves their appointment feeling like they have been heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Sowers

Angela Sowers

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I've been a mental health counselor for over 22 years and I love connecting with others and helping along the journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
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
Karel Winner

Karel Winner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Topeka, KS


“I've spent nearly two decades in medicine and healthcare, and I pull all of it into the way I care for you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rahman Farishta

Rahman Farishta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Stilwell, KS


“Rahman's holistic approach is listening to each patient's needs and concerns before creating a personalized treatment plan.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jaime Harry

Jaime Harry

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I will guide you with compassion, understanding, and practical tools that empower you to make sustainable changes.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Morgan Santana

Morgan Santana

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Joneslight

Katie Joneslight

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Boulware

Kathryn Boulware

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Dixon

April Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Trauma
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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Thalia Tucci Aprn, Pmhnp-Bc, Pmh-C

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


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

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

Number of therapists serving Wichita, KS
There are over 336 therapists in Wichita, KS accepting new patients.
336+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 84%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 75%Ascension
  • 57%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%Swahili
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 85%Online only
  • 15%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker
  • 26%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 19%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner
  • 10%Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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