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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.
“I am a compassionate and dedicated Post Masters Family Nurse Practitioner with eight years of psych background providing mental health care to diverse population.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“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
“I am a dual-board certified family and Mental health nurse practitioner. I believe in holistic care when providing care to my patients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My style is down-to-earth, honest, and solution-focused. I'm not here to judge you or tell you how to live your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“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
“She views the client-clinician relationship as a partnership, making sure clients feel seen, heard, and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“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
“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 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Cornelia Elad, Dnp-Pmnhp-Bc
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
“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
“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
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“My goal is to provide a grounded, supportive environment where you feel understood and guided toward meaningful, sustainable change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“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 9 insurance carriers
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 12 insurance carriers
“My clients describe me as warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, while still actively and directly guiding them in solution-oriented work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My therapeutic approach integrates attachment-based and systems perspectives to help explore how early relational experiences shape current emotional and relational patterns.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“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 14 insurance carriers
“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 8 insurance carriers
“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 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 15 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a dedicated mental health professional committed to providing a supportive, respectful, and judgment-free space for clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am an expert in treating anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma disorders, and substance use disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to create a safe space where children and teens feel heard, supported, and empowered to grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy is like pushing a pause button on what isn't working well–a pause to examine the thought patterns and behaviors that may be keeping us from a more satisfying life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“My approach is practical, empowering, and focused on helping you understand what's getting in the way and identify realistic steps forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy is a team effort between the client's expertise in their life and the counselor's knowledge of helpful mental health practices to find healing and solutions to life's difficulties.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
“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 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My extensive background in nursing and mental health allows me to provide compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized psychiatric care focused on each client's unique needs and treatment goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Welcome—I'm glad you're here.
Acknowledging that you need help is a courageous first step, and finding the right space to share your struggles can feel overwhelming. I’m here to make that process a little easier.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. My approach is rooted in warmth, compassion, and respect. I work with individuals who are navigating a wide range of challenges, whether they stem from the past or are part of everyday life.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, and addiction. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to start, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, build resilience, and begin to heal.
You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about empowering clients of all ages through a strength based approach as we work together to develop self understanding and gain the tools necessary to move towards the life fullfillment you are seeking.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“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 7 insurance carriers
I am a single women with two grown beautiful daughters. I am a cat lady with two adorable cats who greet me at the door and sleep with me at night. I have been a therapist for many years and thoroughly enjoy getting to know people and witness their growth over time.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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
64+
Average years in practice
12 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 95%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 80%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 97%Aetna
- 77%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 75%Cigna
- 73%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Ascension
Languages spoken
- 100%English
- 3%Igbo
- 2%Bengali
- 2%Cantonese
- 2%French
How they see their clients
- 94%In-person or online
- 6%In-person only
Provider gender
- 80%Woman
- 20%Man
License types
- 36%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
- 28%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Clinical Psychologist
- 2%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 28%Child or adolescent therapy
- 16%Couples therapy
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