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Grief counselors and therapists in Lowell, MA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Lowell, MA

Coping with death or loss requires specialized care. Headway's grief therapy providers in Lowell offer evidence-based approaches like Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, available virtually or in-person, with many sessions covered by insurance at minimal cost.

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diana Rodgers

Diana Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“While using humor and getting comfortable with one another we can talk through changes you want to make and identify some goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Denise Sanson

Denise Sanson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have spent the last three years as a clinical social worker on an inpatient adolescent psychiatric unit at Salem Hospital...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamise Francois

Tamise Francois

Therapist

Virtual • Worcester, MA


“I always strive to provide a warm welcoming supportive environment for you to feel comfortable, to be open, and to feel secure as well.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colleen Crooks

Colleen Crooks

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to make therapy feel less intimidating and more like a conversation that helps you grow, heal, and thrive.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephen Fanolis

Stephen Fanolis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Springfield, MA


“I am a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, specializing in ADHD, anxiety, autism, trauma, and family support.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marvi Panhwar

Marvi Panhwar

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is trauma-informed, humanistic, and person-centered, meaning I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space where you feel understood and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bogus

Elizabeth Bogus

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide a confidential, non-judgemental place to gain a deeper understanding of your feelings, gain clarity in your thoughts, and learn ways to cope with the many challenging aspects of life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Obioma Linda Okeke

Dr. Obioma Linda Okeke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I utilize evidence-based practice to inform my treatment decisions ensuring the provision of the best mental care services...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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 4 insurance carriers
Rebecca Sizer

Rebecca Sizer

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to create a safe, warm place that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Scott Skolnick

Scott Skolnick

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“He brings a direct and supportive approach to therapy through the comprehensive use of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic theory all...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 3 insurance carriers
Cait Bragg

Cait Bragg

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is relational, grounded, and collaborative, with an emphasis on building trust and creating a space that feels safe, thoughtful, and honest.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Freyre Figueroa

Freyre Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Millis, MA


“Frey's approach is rooted in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Therapy and Holistic approaches to address the person as a whole.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiana Graham

Tiana Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“She strives to work collaboratively with her clients to improve coping skills, increase self-awareness, and empower them to reach their goals and achieve wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Muttaqi Dhulkifl

Muttaqi Dhulkifl

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I graduated from Fordham University Graduate School of Social Services. I've had the opportunity to work with the elderly, adolescents, teens and families. Providing family therapy is my specialty.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adrienne De Vaughn

Adrienne De Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am an HBCU educated single mother of twins who is passionate about the work I do. I approach our sessions as your time to work through what you are ready to tackle in your life. I will follow your lead, while gently challenging you when necessary in order to help you reach the goals you have set for yourself. If you would like a faith-based approach, I can offer that as well.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolyn Allen

Carolyn Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and empowering—focused on helping you rediscover your strength and move toward peace and balance.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sonia Zelada

Sonia Zelada

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide culturally responsive, client centered care in a supportive and non-judgmental environment my goal is to help clients feel understood empowered and equipped with tools for lasting growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andres De Leon Ortiz

Andres De Leon Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • East Longmeadow, MA


“I offer a thoughtful, supportive space where you can feel understood while building the clarity, skills, and confidence needed to create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Irfan

Erica Irfan

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


I am a licensed mental health counselor with 6 years experience in outpatient therapy, school based therapy, and emergency mental health services. I have a vast background in human services dating back to 2004 supporting folks with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, adult foster care, and homeless populations.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Berriault

Julie Berriault

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work is highly collaborative and nonjudgemental. We use talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (how we think and how we act), somatic (physical) symptoms and signs, and mindfulness/Zen philosophy and action.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alex Gohl

Alex Gohl

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing, adapting these tools to fit your real life rather than forcing you into a rigid formula.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline DiPersio

Jacqueline DiPersio

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach to therapy is grounded in a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and solution-focused perspective.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abbey Capodanno

Abbey Capodanno

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I do not hide behind a clinical curtain — meaning the therapeutic relationship feels human rather than transactional.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Donald Tetenbaum

Dr. Donald Tetenbaum

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I work with adults who want to better understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so they can feel less overwhelmed by anxiety or depression. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools that support both your immediate relief and your longer-term goals. My approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and paced to match where you are right now.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tova Margolis

Tova Margolis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I see therapy as a collaborative process where you're the expert on your own life, and I'm here to help you discover your strengths and find your way forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kim Herrera

Kim Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is for every client to feel genuinely heard and equipped with new tools, insight, and self confidence to make the changes they want and the quality life they deserve.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Alexis Sa

Alexis Sa

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that every client comes into therapy with a unique set of strengths, experiences, and inner resources that can be used to navigate life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Kelly

Angela Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person's unique needs, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and person-centered therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melinda Chase, Licsw

Melinda Chase, Licsw

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Over the years, I have worked with folks of all ages and from all walks of life. What they all have in common is the desire to feel connected to others and feel that life is enriching, not depleting. If you are feeling depleted, for any number of reasons, I am here to support you and help you find what you need to be connected and enriched.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Boudreault

Nicole Boudreault

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a trauma-informed, licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC-1) with over 8 years of experience walking alongside individuals in recovery.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justine Sher

Justine Sher

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I sincerely believe that the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of healing and I strive to create a space that is free from judgment and moves at the pace you are comfortable with.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Stracco

Sarah Stracco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Easthampton, MA


“I am committed to taking the time to understand your unique needs so we can co-create an individualized treatment plan.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Armano

Patrick Armano

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Patrick's approach is client-centered and grounded in careful assessment, attentive listening, and practical goal-setting.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, OCD
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Bates

Andrea Bates

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'll be a consistent presence on your therapeutic journey. My goal is to always meet you where you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Lowell, MA who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Lowell, MA
There are over 1,403 therapists in Lowell, MA accepting new patients.
1,403+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 80%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 48%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 94%Online only
  • 6%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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