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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Gaithersburg, MD

Grieving a loved one requires compassionate support. In Gaithersburg, Headway offers access to providers trained in grief therapy, meaning-making, and anticipatory grief across our network of 1,526 clinicians. Find a therapist who fits your needs and begin healing with flexible, affordable care.

Pamela Ballard

Pamela Ballard

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I build trust through active listening, genuine concern, and respect, while introducing new perspectives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kevin Sockwell

Kevin Sockwell

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a great listener and all about understanding and fulfilling your goals.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tony Richardson

Tony Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe everyone has the ability to grow and heal. I'm here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arin Bayote

Arin Bayote

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lanham, MD


“I specialize in treating children, adolescents and adults with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma, mood and behavioral issues...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Clanege Francois

Clanege Francois

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over six years of nursing experience in inpatient psychiatry and veteran-focused care.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosemary Banahene

Rosemary Banahene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that mental health treatment is most effective when clients feel safe, heard, and respected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ochuko Okotie

Ochuko Okotie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered in your care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sydonie Fisher

Sydonie Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in collaborating with my clients to develop treatment plans that are realistic, supportive, and tailored to their needs—plans they feel empowered to follow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Doris Onyima

Dr. Doris Onyima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jada Pannell

Jada Pannell

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


With 8 years of experience in the mental health field, I firmly believe in the parity of mental and physical health. Life often leads us into dark tunnels, and my role in therapy is to guide individuals toward the light at the end of those tunnels.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Abimbola Shadare

Abimbola Shadare

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am dedicated to delivering culturally sensitive, non-judgmental, and client-centered mental health care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Darryl Webster

Darryl Webster

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


If you're feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, the effects of trauma, or the quiet exhaustion of carrying too much on your own, you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to help you find steadier ground.


I'm Darryl Webster, a licensed therapist with 35 years of experience in mental and behavioral health. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life's heavier seasons—including those caring for someone they love. My approach draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness—practical, evidence-based tools you can actually use, paired with a warm and unhurried space to be heard.


Together, we'll work at your pace to ease what's overwhelming you and help you move toward greater balance, resilience, and a sense of purpose. Whatever you're facing, healing is possible, and I'd be glad to walk alongside you.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I understand the importance of listening to the patient and giving them the chance to participate in their treatments and helping them feel and be more in control of managing their symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Fanta Conde

Dr. Fanta Conde

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients can expect to receive support in finding peace, clarity, and effective coping techniques to achieve a better quality of life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
June Dickerson

June Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My office setting provides an inviting, non-judgmental, safe, nurturing, and peaceful atmosphere to promote healing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Bianca Lee

Bianca Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I fully believe that healing the inner parts of our being will create space for a more fulfilled and peaceful life as we learn to establish boundaries for ourselves and our relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ekor Odaji

Ekor Odaji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe mental health care should be collaborative, personalized, and focused on the whole person—not just symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ine Saka

Ine Saka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m Ine Saka, PMHNP-BC, FNP, and founder of Empathy Wellness Center, currently serving Maryland and Virginia. As a board-certified psychiatric and family nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate, holistic, evidence-based care for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma, integrating traditional psychiatry with wellness-focused approaches to support mind, body, and spirit.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rashidat Akinsanya

Rashidat Akinsanya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner for over 5 years, and I am also a board certified adult nurse practitioner for over 12 years. I began my nursing career graduating from university of MD with my bachelors, and then attended Johns Hopkins University for my masters. I decided to further my education by attending Brandman University to obtain my Doctorate and psychiatric mental health certification in 2018.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Phoebe Underwood-Davis

Phoebe Underwood-Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is collaborative and patient-centered. I take the time to listen, understand your concerns, and learn how your mental health is affecting your daily life, relationships, work, and overall well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering, Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Paige Austin

Paige Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Therapy can be a space to slow things down, make sense of what you're experiencing, build healthier coping skills, and reconnect with yourself.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Smith

Jennifer Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe people are most healthy when they feel understood, accepted and interact positively with others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charlie Wolfe

Charlie Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello, I'm Charlie Wolfe, LCPC, C-DBT, and I cover the entire state of Maryland. My journey into the world of mental health began with a profound personal experience. A traumatic event early in my life redirected my path from becoming a neurologist to exploring the depths of human relationships and mental health. This experience not only shaped my career but also instilled in me a passion for extreme sports like rock climbing and base jumping, as I refused to let trauma define me. Instead, I chose to become a survivor and help others do the same.

My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy, and I draw from various methods, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT), Grief Counsel (CGP), Trauma-Informed Care (CCTP), Multicultural Care, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Style. Mindfulness Practices (CMIP), Anger Management, and Pain Management. I believe that change is not easy and often uncomfortable, but it is essential for growth. My goal is to help you rewrite your story and embrace the changes necessary for a fulfilling life. I hold post-graduate certification in trauma, mindfulness, grief all through the lens of being a DBT therapist.

If you are ready to embrace change and discover your potential, let's work together to achieve your goals. Reach out, and let's start this transformative journey together. Alway understand my practice motto; "You are the expert of you." "One team," "Do what I say I will," "Responsible," "Diversity and inclusion," and "Learning and development in clients as much as self." My sole internal agenda for you is self-inspiration!

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tashaniyi Byrd

Tashaniyi Byrd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


“My care integrates psychiatric treatment with labs, pharmacogenetic testing, and nervous system restoration because I believe you deserve more than a prescription and a follow-up in 90 days.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sabrina Sahle

Sabrina Sahle

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, open and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cheryl Moses

Cheryl Moses

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker–Clinical (LCSW-C) with nine years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health services to adults. I earned my MSW at Howard University and my B.A. in Psychology at The College of St. Rose. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Grace Doh

Dr. Grace Doh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client's unique needs. I integrate precision medicine approaches to personalize treatment plans and enhance outcomes.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tiffany Mosby

Tiffany Mosby

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Welcome! I am a licensed therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My background spans working with clients navigating anxiety, perfectionism, relationship shifts, and identity development. I believe that reaching out for support takes courage and my priority is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and understood.. Together we will honor your unique life experiences and build a practical pathways toward meaningful growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Timothy Ibutu, Lcpc, Lcad, Rps, Ncc

Dr. Timothy Ibutu, Lcpc, Lcad, Rps, Ncc

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Introduction

I have a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate their mental health journeys. I offer virtual therapy sessions, making it convenient for you to receive support from the comfort of your own space. Fluent in both English and Swahili.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ayanna Riley

Ayanna Riley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe mental health treatment should be collaborative and individualized, and my goal is to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward with confidence and purpose.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Wendy Silber

Wendy Silber

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I offer no judgement and offer a space for you to safely discuss any issues you're navigating. I help you to move forward feeling feeling empowered and autonomous.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Spencer Pfeil

Spencer Pfeil

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“We'll identify the "stuck" thought patterns and core beliefs that fuel depression and addiction and replace them with a more accurate, empowering narrative.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Doris Ofodile

Dr. Doris Ofodile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is not only to help clients manage symptoms but also to build resilience, strengthen coping skills, foster personal growth, and support long-term emotional wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chantel Copeland

Chantel Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. I also have previous experience providing counseling for grief and loss, chronic/terminal illnesses and gerontology.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Karen Clarence

Karen Clarence

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am passionate about my work and understand the importance of offering a nonjudgmental safe space for clients.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Ndichu

Eric Ndichu

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I meet my clients where they are, help them navigate any challenges they maybe facing in an empowering, supportive and strength based way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carol Levine

Carol Levine

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a skilled marriage/couples therapist having worked with many stuck couples trying to break their argument cycles!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christen Yassin

Christen Yassin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“From our first session, you can expect to be heard, to start building a solid rapport with the therapeutic environment; you can expect a non-judgemental environment...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
E. Yvonne Okonjo

E. Yvonne Okonjo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients often describe me as warm, approachable, and easy to talk to. I am here to listen, support your goals, and walk alongside you as you take meaningful steps toward healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Barbara Buxton

Dr. Barbara Buxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“As a Black woman and healthcare professional, I understand the unique stressors faced by marginalized communities, and I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive, affirming care where clients feel understood in their full identities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Gaithersburg, MD
There are over 36 therapists in Gaithersburg, MD accepting new patients.
36+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 75%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 94%Aetna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Cigna
  • 69%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 67%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Bengali
  • 3%Cantonese
  • 3%Hindi
  • 3%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 17%Man
License types
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  • 36%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 33%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 25%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy

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