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Grief counselors and therapists in Arlington, MA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Arlington, MA

Whether you're coping with the loss of a loved one or anticipatory grief, Headway's Arlington-based providers offer compassionate support through grief counseling and therapy. With flexible virtual and in-person sessions, you can access the help you need while honoring your own timeline for healing.

Chrystal Durfee

Chrystal Durfee

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a compassionate, down-to-earth therapist who works with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and patterns that leave them feeling emotionally exhausted or stuck.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dianna Smith

Dianna Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I've been doing this work for 25 years — which means I've sat with a lot of people in a lot of different kinds of pain, and I've watched most of them find their way through it. I work with adolescents, adults, and families dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ identity, cultural identity, and the messy overlaps between all of those things. I'm warm, direct, and probably a little funnier than you'd expect from a therapist. That's intentional. Some of the hardest healing I've witnessed happened in moments that also had some lightness in them. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming, work with couples and families in addition to individuals, and I accept Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Cigna through Headway — plus several additional insurers on Psychology Today.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Ocasio

Melissa Ocasio

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


Melyse Behavioral & Wellness is a small group practice that empowers, supports and helps clients thrive through their journey. We are a small practice designed to meet the support We have a long history working with kids in the foster care system. I work with clients from various walks of life ages 12 years and older a variety of different emotional difficulties find a way to improve the quality of your relationships with family and friends. You’re taking the first step, and I congratulate you for that because it’s not an easy thing to do.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Eric Leader

Eric Leader

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I pride myself in my ability to put judgment aside and allow the person to come to me to have an open and honest conversation.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Dr. Chidinma Onyegwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Allison Kempson Aparico

Allison Kempson Aparico

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I believe that therapy can have a great impact on one's life. If one is motivated, one can resolve problems, feel better, and address past hardships. I have over thirty years of experience helping clients achieve their goals in a supportive and safe environment. I am fluent in both English and Spanish. I received my undergraduate degree from Stanford University and my Masters of Social Work from Columbia University. I have resided in both the United States and Latin America. I look forward to working with each and every client, in order that they may reach their happiest self possible.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Racquel Brown-Mortimer

Racquel Brown-Mortimer

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you reconnect with yourself—so you can move through life feeling more balanced, empowered, and aligned with who you truly are.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Maiolo-Methe

Linda Maiolo-Methe

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style of treatment includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exploring family dynamics, improving coping strategies, and teaching mindfulness techniques.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariana De Coste Calla

Mariana De Coste Calla

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution focused therapy to help you achieve your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shachi Shrestha

Shachi Shrestha

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I deeply believe in empowering clients and helping them utilize their unique strengths to achieve balance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Reynolds

Kate Reynolds

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe connection is one of the most crucial therapeutic factors. Building trust and rapport can do wonders in helping you to reach your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matt Cerne

Matt Cerne

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Matt Cerne, LMHC, M.Ed., MBA, has 25+ years of experience providing therapy to adults. He specializes in anxiety/depression, men's issues and addiction. His strengths-based, person-centered approach fosters a safe and supportive space for healing. Matt also brings insight from his background as a financial analyst in both public and private sectors.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Danielle Dennis

Dr. Danielle Dennis

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“She then completed a post-doctoral residency at the Mindfulness and Change Group, specializing in treating anxiety and OCD-related disorders.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Howard Marlin

Howard Marlin

Therapist

Virtual • Vineyard Hvn, MA


“I bring a no-nonsense, compassionate style to every session, and my clients know they're working with someone who is genuinely invested in their success.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Molly Donovan

Molly Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a warm space where you can feel genuinely heard and safe to explore what has been weighing on you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Maria Arrubla

Dr. Maria Arrubla

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Williamsburg, MA


“I take an integrated approach, combining medication management with psychotherapy tailored to each person's needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yajaira Perez-Ramirez

Yajaira Perez-Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Central to my therapeutic approach is the belief that the counseling process is a collaborative alliance, with clients considered experts in their own lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Ana Bolling Cruz

Ana Bolling Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have over ten years of experience in the field and have had the honor of working with people during some of the most vulnerable times in their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Wint

Nicole Wint

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


My journey started with volunteering in the Guidance Counselor's office at my high school. In this setting, my emotional intelligence and level of empathy began to grow. I decided to study Psychology to understand how the mind works, then studied Social Work to understand how that mind works when affected by events in the environment. I have worked extensively with children/ students, the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with HIV/ AIDS, the elderly, Veterans, Immigrants, couples and families. I accept clients no matter their race, gender, ethnicity or background. I utilize a strength- based approach for my clients as I believe we all have the ability to take control of our own lives.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Choquette

John Choquette

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I aim to empower my clients to develop the ability to reframe and change their thinking to aid in increasing emotional wellness...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yvonne Gonzales

Yvonne Gonzales

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“In therapy, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you are seen as the expert in your own life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toni Almeida-Russell

Toni Almeida-Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have invested in an approach emphasizing a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health and substance abuse.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jesse Adams

Jesse Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have years of experience working with individuals and families dealing with substance and alcohol use disorders.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Sermini-Greene

Tiffany Sermini-Greene

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is to support you in finding safety, comfort and joy in your relationships by supporting you to envision outcomes and make practical, small steps with support, coaching and helping you troubleshoot difficult outcomes.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Sousa

Nicholas Sousa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Norwell, MA


“My approach to providing care is centered on developing trust and understanding while building a foundation that allows for growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystal Garcia Deras

Krystal Garcia Deras

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Krystal intentionally practices in culturally-relevant, co-creative, collaborative, healing-centered ways to support QTBIPOC folks and anti-oppressive allies navigating life transitions, anxiety, identity and cultural challenges, and trauma-healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Heather Cresswell

Dr. Heather Cresswell

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy should be a supportive, collaborative space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosa Segarra-Morales

Dr. Rosa Segarra-Morales

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Rosa's ultimate goal when working with clients and systems is to empower them to make healthy choices and sustainable change...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Annie Hollyer

Annie Hollyer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


I earned my Bachelor of Nursing from University of Connecticut (Go Huskies!) before moving to Boston to start my career in bedside nursing in 2019. After serving as an RN and Director of Nursing at a residential treatment center, I earned my PMHNP at Regis College to specialize in mental health. Since then, I’ve gained diverse experience providing cutting-edge ketamine therapy in outpatient clinics and managing complex cases in inpatient psychiatry. Now, I’m bringing that clinical expertise—along with post-graduate training in CBT—to my full-time private practice, where I provide comprehensive, compassionate care for patients navigating anxiety, depression, OCD and ADHD in the South Boston area.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sansan MA

Sansan MA

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hi there! I am Sansan, a 9-year practitioner with ongoing honing clinical skills, big fan of chocolate ice-cream. I view the client-therapist relationship as a collaborative alliance. You are the shining center, and I shall cast you toward the spotlight. One of the bravest things you can do is check out a therapeutic journey with me!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Myriad Khorasani

Myriad Khorasani

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can process challenges, strengthen coping strategies, and create positive change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Sullivan

Jane Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I hope to give my clients the strength and skills to feel empowered, grounded, and aware of their worth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Bolger

Dr. Mary Bolger

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, college students and parents. I completed my predoctoral training at The Children's Hospital Boston/Harvard Medical School.

Specialties: anxiety disorders including OCD, panic, phobias, separation anxiety, social anxiety, mood disorders, and parenting anxiety.

Special expertise: transition from college to work world; confidence building in adolescents and young adults; handling emotions, relationships, change, stress in college students.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Wegrzyn

Danielle Wegrzyn

Therapist

Virtual • Danvers, MA


“I figured out that the best therapy sessions feel like a real conversation — honest, warm, and occasionally a little funny.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Quintero

Vanessa Quintero

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm Vanessa — a bilingual Latina therapist who works with teenagers navigating some of the hardest parts of growing up: anxiety that won't quit, depression that makes everything feel flat, anger that comes from pain, and the particular challenge of...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Fleming

Jennifer Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Jennifer wants to empower her clients to leave each session with a sense of accomplishment and discovery.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Nicholas Ciancioso

Nicholas Ciancioso

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My typical course of treatment includes gathering information to better understand your issues, creating a treatment plan together, and then working through that plan to help you achieve your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Wise

Sarah Wise

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


If you've been feeling overwhelmed, lost, or like you're carrying the weight of your struggles completely alone — you're not. And you don't have to be.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner serving Massachusetts via telehealth, I specialize in anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders. But more than treating symptoms, I'm focused on understanding you — the whole person behind them. My approach is holistic and collaborative, which means we work together to figure out what wellness actually looks like for your life, not just on paper.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Jancaitis

Dawn Jancaitis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Dawn Jancaitis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in MA, a LPC in VA, a LCMHC in NC, as well as a Licensed Practical Nurse in MA and VA. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Bay Path University and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling with concentrations in trauma and addictions from Cambridge College. Dawn is a strong, well rounded, ethical military spouse for over 24 years. She offers virtual sessions for ages 16-65 who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, addiction, mood disorders, victims and history of incarceration. She works with military members and their families, as well as first responders. Dawn is EMDR and Flash Technique trained. She also has a history working with eating disorders.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alison Pugh

Alison Pugh

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Therapy with me feels like a conversation with someone who genuinely gets you — someone who listens closely, reflects thoughtfully, and helps you move toward clarity, confidence, and emotional steadiness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Arlington, MA
There are over 42 therapists in Arlington, MA accepting new patients.
42+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 79%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 71%Cigna
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 52%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 7%Igbo
  • 5%Portuguese
  • 5%Spanish
  • 2%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 31%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 31%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 29%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 17%Family therapy
  • 10%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 5%Couples therapy

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