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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.

Dr. Avril Sargeant

Dr. Avril Sargeant

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe healing happens when people feel safe enough to be honest, explore their experiences, and try new ways of thinking and coping.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Friedman

Jennifer Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“You can expect to leave our sessions feeling heard, seen, and my hope is you will also feel a little lighter.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Shawntay Fenyo Woods

Dr. Shawntay Fenyo Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I create a safe space where you can share your story and explore new ways to grow.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeanne Okuwobi

Jeanne Okuwobi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Frederick, MD


“By integrating personalized therapy with thoughtful medication management, we work side-by-side with you to create a tailored plan.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlin Coop

Caitlin Coop

Therapist

Virtual • Annapolis, MD


“My goal is to support self-exploration by finding the best solution through boundary setting, identifying values/needs, and encouraging motivation and resiliency.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Walcott

Elizabeth Walcott

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in obtaining the whole picture of clients to understand better how their history may be contributing to their current presenting issues.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adanna Nwadiogbu

Adanna Nwadiogbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to provide a safe, collaborative space where patients feel heard and supported in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Fatmata Bah

Fatmata Bah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Faith Davis

Faith Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“She is passionate about working with her clients to work on their personal goals and cultivate inner resilience.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tikeya Halsey

Tikeya Halsey

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia and Maryland, with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families. As a dedicated and passionate mental health professional, I am committed to helping clients overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. My expertise spans guiding clients through grief, depression, trauma, anxiety, and interpersonal stress. I utilize a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board-Certified TeleMental Health Provider, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aisha Cunningham

Aisha Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy is more than just a space for healing—it's a tool that empowers us to discover our potential for true well-being, resilience, and balance.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Christine Callahan

Dr. Christine Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients can expect that they have been heard and listened to, and that we can embark together on a therapy journey that will include greater insight and self-reflection.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Deja Adams

Deja Adams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who believes in treating the whole person—not just the symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Crystal Scarborough

Crystal Scarborough

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“In my Practice I use a whole person/person centered approach through a holistic lens, while incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christina Burke

Christina Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should feel supportive, approachable, and empowering, and that everyone deserves access to quality care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Odunola Adeyeye

Odunola Adeyeye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in the power of understanding and compassion, and I approach each client as a unique individual with their own story and needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Meseret Asfaw

Dr. Meseret Asfaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I seek to provide a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to achieve your mental health objectives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Patricia Obeng

Dr. Patricia Obeng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“She emphasizes using a comprehensive and personalized approach to address each client's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arnecia Moody

Arnecia Moody

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a warm, compassionate, caring spirit and believe in a straightforward strength-based perspective to addressing issues within a therapeutic relationship.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arlene Vergara

Arlene Vergara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rockville, MD


“My treatment goal for my client is to achieve strong social, academic, and professional growth to improve the quality of life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tammy Green

Tammy Green

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I seek to provide a warm, open environment where all parts of you are welcome. I believe your emotional and psychological safety is my top priority. I seek to make your empowerment my focus and often work from a root-causing healing approach and focus on your innate resilience and build practical coping/calm tools on your journey to healing. We will work as a team to define what healing looks like for you. My mind/body connection approach and evidence based approaches provide you tools to use outside of our sessions.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Michelle Case

Michelle Case

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Michelle integrates evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to support healing at each client's own pace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rhonda Bradley-Shabazz

Rhonda Bradley-Shabazz

Therapist

Virtual • Chevy Chase, MD


As a therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, and

individuals, I use a trauma-informed, client-centered approach.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lydia Lynch

Lydia Lynch

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is of the utmost importance, and creating an authentic and collaborative relationship with my clients is always my goal.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shirley Darden

Shirley Darden

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a change agent that is aware of the complex difficulties of creating change in your behavior and, ultimately your life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Diabetes, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alex Brodt, Lcsw-C

Alex Brodt, Lcsw-C

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that taking care of yourself brings out the best in people. Prioritizing mental health brings about stability...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marinette Zibi

Marinette Zibi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I want my clients to know that I am here to listen without judgment and to support them in a way that respects their values, lived experiences, and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bosede Adeleye

Bosede Adeleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hyattsville, MD


“I am deeply passionate about my work and truly value the courage it takes you to seek professional help.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chidi Oriaku

Chidi Oriaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“She strives to provide comprehensive, inclusive, affordable, and compassionate psychiatric care in an outpatient setting, focusing on a patient-centered care plan that respects the patient's wants, needs, beliefs, and values.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kristen Scott

Kristen Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach begins with curiosity, paired with the belief that there is an understandable reason behind the ways we think and behave.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Larissa Yossa

Larissa Yossa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My journey in mental health began eight years ago, and since then, I've dedicated my career to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to those navigating life's most difficult mental health challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tasha Dudley

Tasha Dudley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I tailor my approach to fit your unique needs and together, we'll work toward practical strategies, self-discovery, and long-term resilience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Philip Oseghale

Philip Oseghale

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a certified mental health professional dedicated to providing respectful, compassionate care, with the goal of helping my clients achieve optimal well-being and regain their full functionality.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Bailey

Jennifer Bailey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is sincere and caring. I want the best for you and will work with you to get you where you want to be with your mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Veronica Tucker-Scott

Veronica Tucker-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Catonsville, MD


I am licensed clinical professional counselor with over 30 years experience in Human Services. I am CEO of Metanoia Mental Health LLC a former graduate of Loyola university with master's degrees in pastoral counseling as well as mental health. My specialty is internal family systems as a Level 3 certified internal family systems therapists and an assistant trainer for the institute.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mary Stoops

Mary Stoops

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I do not rush, or pressure, try to convince, use scare tactics. I will be your caring and information therapist.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrea McIntosh-Kerr

Andrea McIntosh-Kerr

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients can expect a therapeutic partnership that includes acceptance and warmth, guided by direct approaches in helping to identify challenges and in exploring solutions to the challenges presented.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Preethi Mathew

Preethi Mathew

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide a holistic approach to care through thorough psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and brief supportive therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Edith Kplivi

Edith Kplivi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gaithersburg, MD


“I pride myself on being a good listener, provide a safe and supportive environment, collaborating with clients to develop personalized treatment plans to help achieve mental wellness and improve quality of life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sandra Doyle

Sandra Doyle

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Over the last almost-20 years as a licensed social worker, I have had the incredible privilege of working with children in crisis, teen parents, adults with chronic debilitating illness, and older adults. As the landscape of your life changes and challenges you, there are new ideas about mental health that might help you feel more comfortable. Let's explore together.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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