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Grief counselors and therapists in Lanham, MD


Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Lanham, MD
Grieving the loss of a loved one is deeply personal, and Headway connects Lanham residents with compassionate providers experienced in grief counseling and bereavement support. Our network of 1,567 licensed providers offers evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you navigate anticipatory grief, loss of a parent, spouse, or friend. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling and free consultations to get started.
With 14 years as a psychiatric registered nurse before becoming a practitioner, I bring both clinical expertise and heartfelt understanding to every patient interaction. I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space where you can feel understood and supported. Together, we’ll explore your unique experiences, identify what’s holding you back, and develop strategies to help you move forward with confidence and hope.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 14 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families throughout Maryland. As the founder of Behavioral Strength Resources and Partnership (BSRP), I specialize in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, psychotherapy, care coordination, and patient advocacy.
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.
Dr. Maher is a licensed psychologist specializing in individual psychotherapy for adults. With extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and stress management, Dr. Maher is dedicated to helping clients achieve meaningful, lasting change. His approach is often described as "down-to-earth," fostering an environment where clients feel comfortable, understood, and motivated to engage in their therapeutic journey.
Having worked in a variety of clinical settings, including hospitals and outpatient clinics, Dr. Maher brings a wealth of experience in addressing the diverse challenges his clients face. He offers a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, tailoring each session to the unique needs and goals of the individual. His therapeutic style integrates a variety of evidence-based techniques, including motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), to help clients build resilience, manage stress, and improve emotional well-being.
Meet Toni Session, LPC, LCPC—a steadfast servant and seasoned counselor, passionately advocating for mental health in both the District of Columbia and the state of Maryland. Born in Bridgeport, CT, and blossoming in Southern Maryland, Toni’s journey led her from a BA in Psychology with a Pre-Law minor at Johnson C. Smith University to mastering Marriage, Family, and Couples Therapy at Capella University in 2014. Toni is a proud member of Lambda Omicron Chi Christian Sorority, Inc and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
For over eight years, I’ve had the privilege of working with children and adolescents who are navigating mental health challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief and loss, and Autism. I understand that these experiences can shape how young people view themselves, trust others, manage difficult emotions, and perform in school. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients feel understood, safe, and empowered to grow.
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.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Lanham, MD who help people navigate grief and loss



- 100%Grief or loss
- 98%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 78%Relationship issues

- 98%Aetna
- 80%Cigna
- 76%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 66%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 63%Ascension

- 98%English
- 5%French
- 2%Bengali
- 2%Cantonese
- 2%Hindi

- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only

- 80%Woman
- 20%Man

- 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
- 32%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 27%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Clinical Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 27%Child or adolescent therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
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