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Grief counselors and therapists in Columbia, MD

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Columbia, MD

Coping with bereavement in Columbia doesn't have to be isolating. Our network of compassionate providers specializes in grief therapy, anticipatory grief, and meaning-making after loss. Many clients save 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per session.

Robin Brown

Robin Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • Ellicott City, MD


“I use a variety of healing modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS and art to help clients move through trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and identity issues.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Dr. Tosin Sowunmi

Dr. Tosin Sowunmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Laurel, MD


“My extensive background spans the management of depression, ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, grief, loss, and cultural and relationship issues.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Stanley

Veronica Stanley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • Laurel, MD


“I believe that all people have the innate ability to tap into their inner strength to become the person and live the life that they truly desire.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole White-Samuels

Nicole White-Samuels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • Middle River, MD


“Nicole White-Samuels is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidenced based practice found extremely effective in providing relief and healing for those suffering with trauma...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jim Piffath

Jim Piffath

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Glenelg, MD


“I try and provide a comfortable, safe environment where clients don't feel like they're being judged.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Skeeter

Thomas Skeeter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Laurel, MD


“He combines a family systems theory approach integrated with spirituality as a way to help patients identify stressors and develop healthy behaviors.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Omotayo Daniels

Omotayo Daniels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.4 mi away • Columbia, MD


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, grounded, and tailored to the person sitting in front of me.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kevin Gillespie

Kevin Gillespie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Glenwood, MD


“My practice reflects my belief that people can rise through life's toughest moments and come out stronger.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Dr. Grace Ashu-Ngang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Beltsville, MD


“I am dedicated to listening and meeting you exactly where you are, working collaboratively to uncover solutions that truly empower you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Cornelia Elad

Dr. Cornelia Elad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Beltsville, MD


“My approach is compassionate and patient-centered. I work with diverse clients across the lifespan to provide therapy, medication management, and practical life coaching.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ernest Keyaka

Ernest Keyaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“I approach each person as a whole individual with a unique story, not as a set of symptoms to manage.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Mapendo Karen Safari

Dr. Mapendo Karen Safari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Laurel, MD


“During our first session, you can expect a personalized and attentive experience that focuses on understanding your needs and developing a tailored treatment plan just for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Beatrice Tekeh

Beatrice Tekeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“Clients often tell me that they feel heard in our visits. Some leave feeling lighter or more focused.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elaine Cook

Elaine Cook

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Baltimore, MD


I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a primary care background. I graduated from the University of Maryland School of Nursing. My focus areas are adults and geriatric patients.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Evelyn Ogendi

Evelyn Ogendi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“As a client, you should expect to feel listen to and understood. You should expect excellent, evidenced based care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Linda Beck

Linda Beck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pikesville, MD


“I have years of experience, particularly in the field of trauma. I utilize EMDR and a variety of mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches, and am also trained in DBT.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sheindel Rabinowitz

Sheindel Rabinowitz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“As a caring, sensitive, and empathetic therapist, wife, and mother, I know and understand pain from personal experience.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley Bedeau

Ashley Bedeau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Baltimore, MD


Ashley Bedeau, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Counselor. As an African American-Trinidadian, I offer a unique perspective in my practice. With a background in trauma care, dual-diagnosis treatment, and first responder wellness, I employ a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to promote resilience and healing. My goal is to help you navigate life's challenges with empathy and confidence.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sydney Finfer

Sydney Finfer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“My approach to therapy is a humanistic one, This means I am focused on your self-discovery, your happiness, and overall success in however that is defined for you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
James Finkelstein

James Finkelstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Baltimore, MD


I'm a psychologist who doesn't believe in therapy that spins its wheels. I've worked with adults for over two decades — through addiction, grief, anxiety, trauma, and the complicated stuff that doesn't have a clean label. I'm direct, I don't dance around things, and I use humor when it helps move things forward. Most of my clients come in having already tried something else. My job is to figure out why that didn't stick and do something different. I work in Baltimore in person and virtually across Maryland and Psypact-authorized states.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammerra Hewitt

Tammerra Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Lanham, MD


“The goal is to meet each client where they are then guide them to anew path with open, direct and solution oriented therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Knarr

Dr. Stephanie Knarr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Eldersburg, MD


“I am known for being warm and down to earth. I use various treatment methods, including EMDR therapy, humanistic therapy, and solution-focused therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Gould

Hannah Gould

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Greenbelt, MD


“My basic approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral with a holistic approach. Other modalities include rational-emotive, reality therapy, gestalt, psychodynamic.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tony McCusker

Tony McCusker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Eldersburg, MD


“I participate in a salutogenic model of therapy, focusing on solutions and equipping people with the tools they need to succeed and grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Grace Chikezie

Dr. Grace Chikezie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Lanham, MD


“With nearly three decades of experience in healthcare under my belt, including primary care and mental health services...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Carre

Sophia Carre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Kensington, MD


“I believe a well rounded Social Worker doesn't make the client fit the technique, but rather have an arsenal of tools that match client's goals and style of communication.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Benjamin

Amanda Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Owings Mills, MD


Hi! I’m Amanda and I’m a Black, queer licensed clinical social worker who specializes in creating healing spaces for Black and Brown communities. I enjoy working with young people, creatives, activists and healers, especially. I believe therapy should be a place to discover your most authentic self, bravely and safely. I show up with gentleness, intentionality, and honesty, with the ultimate goal of supporting you in navigating your own healing journey.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mallory Wood

Mallory Wood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“I work primarily with people who've experienced trauma of all kinds, and I also specialize in gender-affirming care and LGBTQ issues.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. JoAnna Ubiwa

Dr. JoAnna Ubiwa

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“I'm here to be your catalyst for positive change. When you start your therapeutic journey with me, one goal is for you to see a transformative shift within yourself—where you can truly flourish, thrive, and prosper in every aspect of your life.”
Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Miriam Schor

Miriam Schor

Therapist

In-person • 14 mi away • Pikesville, MD


“I use play therapy to help them express feelings, process experiences, and practice new ways of coping.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Peter MacIver

Dr. Peter MacIver

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“His style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, and he aims to make therapy feel approachable and supportive.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Chiaverini

Leah Chiaverini

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Burtonsville, MD


“I have a particular interest in those who are grieving, an experience that is difficult for anyone, particularly a young person...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anika Green

Anika Green

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Owings Mills, MD


“Known for her holistic, client-centered approach, Anika emphasizes both evidence-based treatment and the importance of human connection in the recovery process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Samantha Mealey

Samantha Mealey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“I use evidence-based practices including EMDR, CBT, DBT and motivational interviewing, tailored to your specific needs to effectively help you get the relief and progress needed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Dubbs

Lisa Dubbs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Eldersburg, MD


“Working with clients who are struggling with Trauma, PTSD, Depression and/or anxiety is my specialty and what I am passionate about.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ramonia Morant

Ramonia Morant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Hyattsville, MD


“I'm a therapist who believes in progress, not perfection. With over 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Linda Kalle

Dr. Linda Kalle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Bowie, MD


“My clinical expertise comprises of using assessment tools, personal observations, and evidence-based practice measures to improve patient health outcomes.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Courtney Vaughan

Courtney Vaughan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Baltimore, MD


“My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented. I focus on understanding your unique needs and working together to develop practical strategies that support meaningful progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Heather Cassidy

Dr. Heather Cassidy

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Silver Spring, MD


“My training and practice is psychodynamic, which focuses on understanding how you are feeling in the moment, and making connections between your past and present.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Yulia Rychkova

Yulia Rychkova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Rockville, MD


“Implementing evidence-based and trauma-focused techniques can help you loosen the grip of your past or your recent trauma so you could focus on recovery.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists located within 20 miles of Columbia, MD who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Columbia, MD
There are over 67 therapists in Columbia, MD accepting new patients.
67+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 76%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 75%Cigna
  • 72%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 61%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 3%French
  • 1%Armenian
  • 1%Bengali
  • 1%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 24%Man
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 33%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 18%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 1%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 21%Family therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 13%Couples therapy

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