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Grief counselors and therapists in Boston, MA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Boston, MA

Grieving in Boston doesn't mean grieving alone. Headway connects you with warm, empathetic providers trained in meaning-making and trauma-informed grief work across neighborhoods like Back Bay, Dorchester, and Jamaica Plain. Sessions are available as soon as tomorrow with copay estimates as low as $0 through insurance.

Melissa Koster

Melissa Koster

Therapist

Virtual • Reading, MA


“The greatest predictor of success in therapy is the relationship that you develop with your therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yosheba Johnson

Yosheba Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I help clients understand the patterns that may be keeping them stuck and build practical tools for meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kathleen Broderick

Kathleen Broderick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Reading, MA


“I founded Broderick Healthcare on a simple belief: people heal best when they feel truly seen, supported, and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Millie Otsieno

Dr. Millie Otsieno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is collaborative, personalized, and focused on identifying the root causes of your concerns, not just treating symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Susan Kates

Susan Kates

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have over 20 years of experience working with Older adults coping with loss, medical illness and depression/anxiety.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beck Rothberg

Beck Rothberg

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hi I'm Beck. I'm a clinical social worker who specializes in working with individuals around relationship challenges and adult attachment concerns, trauma, life transitions, identity exploration, and mental health during infertility and pregnancy.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anastasia Grace

Anastasia Grace

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that therapy is not just about healing what hurts, but about expanding your capacity for connection, clarity, and a more meaningful life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lila Sorenson

Lila Sorenson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with years of experience working with a variety of clients, including both children and adults. I have experience supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, functional neurological disorder, dissociative identity disorder, bipolar disorder, psychosis, personality disorders, trauma, and more.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katerina Kouliaki

Katerina Kouliaki

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in a strengths based, client centered and compassion focused approach.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Fernanda Poyant

Fernanda Poyant

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I practice with radical genuineness and believe part of the healing process is the honest and respectful relationships that can be created in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susan Warren

Susan Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach focused on helping clients uncover personal resources and strengths, and to develop ways of coping with life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Eichstaedt

Sara Eichstaedt

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have a particular interest in working with people who have experienced interpersonal trauma (when another person(s), often trusted, hurts you), other forms of trauma, issues unique to the Veteran population, athletes looking to improve their...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melissa Oliver Miles

Melissa Oliver Miles

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I support clients in identifying their strengths, support systems, and goals to help overcome loss, life transitions and changes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chelsea Hall

Chelsea Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“You are meant to bloom - not shrink. I know this may be difficult to believe right now, but you are already lovely, wise, and worthy of much more in life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Trauma
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Beecher

Andrew Beecher

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“They will have a better understanding of what they have done in the past which has not worked for them and how to move forward with the new strategies they develop in therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jody Boss

Jody Boss

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I don't bring a rehearsed script to our sessions. I bring genuine curiosity about your story, a deep respect for what it takes to ask for help, and practical tools that actually fit your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alison Pugh

Alison Pugh

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“You don't have to navigate life changes alone here. Many of the adults supported in this here are balancing a lot.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Kemezis

Nicole Kemezis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in empowering my clients to access their own innate strengths in order for them to cope and thrive.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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
Christina Conley

Christina Conley

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that you are the expert of your own life. Sometimes, we just need support in untangling the thoughts, feelings, and experiences that can feel overwhelming.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Moser

Elizabeth Moser

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


Are you tired of carrying the weight of everything on your own? Ready to stop feeling stuck and start creating meaningful change? I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, family challenges, OCD, health-related stress, sexual identity exploration, seasonal affective disorder, work stress, and major life transitions. You deserve a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. Together, we'll uncover what's keeping you stuck, explore new perspectives, and develop practical strategies that help you move forward with greater confidence and clarity.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Jenny Chukwudike

Jenny Chukwudike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a double-certified nurse practitioner with expertise in both family and psychiatry medicine, I approach care with a holistic perspective, emphasizing comprehensive well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ladner

Jennifer Ladner

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am easy going and strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental, and honest environment where we can figure out ways of living life with greater ease and satisfaction.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madison Goodrow

Madison Goodrow

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a goal oriented therapist who uses a wide range of therapeutic techniques an approaches to provide the best treatment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Fidalgo

Vanessa Fidalgo

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is client centered, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that healing happens in safe supportive relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Mark Adamski

Mark Adamski

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work with who they are in a system; in their environment, in their family, in their relationships, in their job or school.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Murati

Dr. Susan Murati

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a therapist and as a person, I am kind, down-to-earth, knowledgeable, insightful, hard-working, and conscientious, with a sense of humor.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Roche

Monica Roche

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I aim to provide a safe, respectful space where your unique story and goals guide our work together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
William Calder

William Calder

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My practice takes an integrative approach that emphasizes balance among mental, physical, and social health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Naomi Frye

Naomi Frye

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can finally exhale—where you feel heard, understood, and accepted as you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Andrade

Angela Andrade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Clients can expect compassionate, individualized mental health care rooted in a holistic and culturally sensitive approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Sonia Haynes

Dr. Sonia Haynes

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience. I have a Doctorate in Social Work. I have focused primarily on working with children, adolescents, and their families throughout my career. For me, therapy is a collaborative process and we will work together to accomplish your goals. Anything is possible, sometimes we just need help to get things jump-started.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alexandra Vilmenay

Alexandra Vilmenay

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I'm dual board-certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner, which allows me to look at both your mental and physical health as part of the same, connected story.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Wendy Colby

Wendy Colby

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have learned that people want someone to really hear them and respond with authenticity and compassion.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terrin Gathers

Terrin Gathers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I only use medication when necessary and support patients in starting as well as stopping medications as appropriate.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lora Freeman

Lora Freeman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I have my master’s degree from Lesley University in Mental Health Counseling and Expressive Arts Therapy. I am certified as a mindfulness teacher, mediator, and yoga teacher. The mind-body connection is an important aspect of the approach I take with clients. I am also trained to provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Additionally, I’m a facilitator of Gender Equity and Reconciliation, so it informs my work with couples and relationship challenges. I specialize in working with adult individual clients and couples who experience anxiety, depression, adult and childhood trauma, relationship conflict/transitions, and mid-life transitions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanne Boelke

Joanne Boelke

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My desire is to help clients create a more positive and productive life experience in order to transform their lives and break the cycle of self-defeating behaviors.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy Hewitt

Timothy Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I genuinely believe that every person who walks into my (virtual) office is worth showing up for — exactly as they are, with whatever they're carrying.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anjalie Pieres

Anjalie Pieres

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to be both a gentle witness and an ally, helping you to find & stand in your power, identifying disparities & restoring balance in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Boston, MA
There are over 40 therapists in Boston, MA accepting new patients.
40+
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
  • 90%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 83%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 73%Cigna
  • 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 8%Igbo
  • 5%Portuguese
  • 5%Spanish
  • 3%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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  • 65%Woman
  • 33%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 30%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 30%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 28%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 20%Family therapy
  • 10%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 5%Couples therapy

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