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Grief counselors and therapists in Silver Spring, MD


Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Silver Spring, MD
Loss and bereavement can feel isolating, especially in a bustling area like Silver Spring. Headway offers compassionate grief therapy through 1,601 licensed providers using approaches like Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Find support that fits your schedule with virtual or in-person sessions covered by insurance.
I have thirteen years of experience as a mental health therapist and seven in private practice. What I love most about my work is the privilege of being invited into someone else’s journey of healing. I know it takes courage to share your experiences with someone you’ve just met, and I don’t take that lightly. My hope is to create a safe space where we can build trust, get to know each other, and find encouragement as you explore your story and consider where change may be needed.
Whether you are struggling with the far-reaching impact of past trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other ongoing health issue or simply wanting to invest in a bit of self-exploration and growth, I am so glad that you have begun your search for the best facilitator in that journey. I believe in meeting people where they are and allowing you to set your own pace for healing. I look forward to assisting on your healing journey in any way that I can.
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.
Education: University of Maryland, B.A.; University of Maryland at Baltimore, MSW, Graduate degree
Interests: Individual, couples, and family psychotherapy; of all ages: children, adolescents, adults and elderly.
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.
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.
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Hello, and thank you for considering me as your therapist. My name is Tarianda Ruston, and I have more than 25 years of experience working in the helping profession. I am a licensed clinical social worker in both Maryland and the District of Columbia, with a diverse background that has allowed me to support individuals and families through many of life's challenges.
Throughout my career, I have worked in child welfare, foster care and adoption, inpatient mental health, custody cases, special education, and school mental health. These experiences have provided me with a deep understanding of the unique challenges people face across different stages of life. My passion is helping individuals discover their strengths, overcome obstacles, and build the tools needed for lifelong emotional wellness.
I believe therapy is a partnership built on trust, respect, and authenticity. My role is not to tell you what to do or make decisions for you. Instead, I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly. Through thoughtful questions, compassionate reflection, and evidence-based strategies, I will help you gain insight, clarify your values, and make choices that align with the life you want to create.
As an LCSW-C, with 6 years of therapy experience, I am happy to work with clients ages 18-55. I specialize in working with pregnant and postpartum women and those with substance abuse struggles.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Silver Spring, MD who help people navigate grief and loss



- 100%Grief or loss
- 100%Depression
- 98%Anxiety
- 90%Stress management
- 79%Relationship issues

- 98%Aetna
- 75%Cigna
- 71%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 58%Ascension

- 98%English
- 4%Russian
- 2%Bengali
- 2%Cantonese
- 2%French

- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only

- 85%Woman
- 15%Man

- 38%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
- 25%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 8%Clinical Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 29%Child or adolescent therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
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