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Grief counselors and therapists in Newton, MA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Newton, MA

Navigate grief and loss with compassionate support in Newton through evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Complicated Grief Treatment. Headway connects you with 1,395 licensed providers experienced in bereavement counseling, offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions to help you cope with death, honor your loss, and find meaning. Many sessions are covered by insurance with copays as low as $0.

Leticia DeOliveira

Leticia DeOliveira

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1 mi away • Newton, MA


“My cultural background allows me to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, providing a compassionate and understanding space for healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Neah Ling

Neah Ling

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Wellesley Hills, MA


“My approach integrates holistic evidence-based therapy and medication management to help you build wellness, resilience, and confidence.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Allen Howell

Allen Howell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • Brookline, MA


I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and safety, I will listen to your joys, fears, and pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you tools to thrive.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Whittney Wiley

Whittney Wiley

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Cambridge, MA


“I believe that good mental health care starts with getting to know you as a whole person, rather than focusing only on symptoms or diagnoses.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Cambridge, MA


“As a mental health counselor and art therapist, I believe that healing begins with connection to ourselves, our stories, and our body’s innate wisdom.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rose Haferd

Dr. Rose Haferd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Cambridge, MA


“I strive to provide a supportive and culturally responsive space where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
James Henkhaus

James Henkhaus

Therapist

In-person • 7.9 mi away • Boston, MA


“Therapy is a chance to talk, feel heard and learn more about yourself, to heal from past experiences...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Georgia Thomas-Diaz

Georgia Thomas-Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Boston, MA


“I have extensive training and expertise in addressing substance use disorders and traumatic experiences (PTSD/CPTSD).”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cecily Ross

Cecily Ross

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Beverly, MA


Lily Ross has been in nursing since 2016, treating children age 12 and up, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. She has a special interest in adolescent and young adults, neurodivergent LGBTQAI+ and developmentally disabled populations. She is experienced in treating adults with PTSD, depression, OCD, anxiety and a variety of behavioral heath issues. Lily has an undergraduate degree in Art from Rhode Island School of Design and BSN from University of Massachusetts Boston. Her Master’s in PMHNP is from Regis College. She has studied Buddhist Psychology at Spirit Rock and is certified by Polaris to provide KAP. She is a student of Soto Zen Buddhism at New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care and certified to provide contemplative care by the University of Arizona Andrew Well Center for Integrative Medicine. She offers aspects of these studies through evidence-based, scientifically proven methods to help improve mental health.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Catherine Auth

Catherine Auth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Natick, MA


“I create a warm and accepting environment to help you feel safe in finding your voice, to empower yourself and gain awareness of the steps to take towards positive change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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Ashley Howard

Ashley Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Auburndale, MA


“I specialize in helping families break away from unhealthy interactions and patterns from traumas like physical, emotional, sexual, domestic abuse, substance abuse and death/grief.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Xinyun Li

Xinyun Li

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Marblehead, MA


“My philosophy centers on fostering sustainable healing through reconnection– with oneself, relationships, and one's place in the world– while creating a safe, empowering environment, where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Comfort Atwereboanah

Comfort Atwereboanah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Norwood, MA


“Comfort values holistic care; thus her practice is centered upon a collaborative strength-based approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Onyebuchi Ogbo

Onyebuchi Ogbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Norwood, MA


“Buchi is a clinician who is authentic, empathetic and provides care, with an evidenced-based and collaborative approach...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Kasprzak

Danielle Kasprzak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Lowell, MA


“I combine my knowledge of whole body medicine, supportive therapy techniques and psychiatric mental health care to provide holistic nursing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yulia Heringer

Yulia Heringer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Natick, MA


“Yulia recognizes the strength it takes to seek support during times of vulnerability and is committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and supportive space for healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Max Abugov

Dr. Max Abugov

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Natick, MA


“I use a relational approach integrated with CBT and DBT skills. I provide a safe, warm space to help you feel comfortable and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Grace Onye

Grace Onye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Quincy, MA


“I equip clients with the tools and coping skills they need to build resiliency and develop better self-esteem, relationships, communication skills, etc.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tara Burgess

Tara Burgess

Therapist

In-person • 13 mi away • Concord, MA


“I bring curiosity, humor, and playfulness to my work with children, adolescents, adults, and families and use a trauma-informed, attachment-oriented approach...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carmen Guy

Carmen Guy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Wakefield, MA


“She specializes in integrating a holistic approach to mental wellness & offers comprehensive treatment options.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Senn

Jacqueline Senn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Lynnfield, MA


“I use a mindful, compassionate and mutli- disciplinary approach to treatment working with individuals, adult and adolescents whose needs include, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement and substance use.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eliza Abouraad

Eliza Abouraad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Natick, MA


“I approach care with the belief that getting to know you as a person is just as important as understanding the symptoms that brought you in.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elisabeth Disterhoft

Elisabeth Disterhoft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Quincy, MA


I support women who are ready to reconnect with themselves and step into greater wholeness after years of over giving. Many of my clients come to me during times of stress, transition, or disconnection from their bodies, relationships or sense of purpose. My approach combines counseling and coaching with somatic techniques such as Reiki, creating a holistic path that supports body, mind and spirit. I offer a compassionate and space for healing, growth and transformation. Together, we release old patterns, awaken inner wisdom and open the way to a more authentic and empowered life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Stoughton, MA


“My goal is to alleviate your suffering and simplify your life through natural empathy, compassion, intuition, and the negotiation of appropriate treatments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lauren Steeves

Lauren Steeves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Wilmington, MA


“My goal is to help you discover how to make positive changes in your work, family, and personal life to achieve a sense of balance.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenine Vindice

Jenine Vindice

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Tewksbury, MA


Hi! I'm Jenine, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I have over 30 years of experience in Mental Health and have worked in a variety of clinical settings. For the past 15 years I have been in private practice. I currently provide therapy for individuals 18+.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Hallie Stone

Hallie Stone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • North Reading, MA


“I take a holistic approach to counseling by supporting folks in exploring their attitudes, values, beliefs, and lived experiences when it comes to identifying treatment goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Friedman

Esther Friedman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • North Reading, MA


I specialize in relationship trauma, particularly cult recovery, with adults. I work with people who are gentle souls, have been called "too sensitive" and find this world hard to navigate. Our society sometimes turns sensitivity & thoughtfulness into pathologies. If you're empathic and contemplative, not only is there nothing wrong with you, we need more of you!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

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Scott Skolnick

Scott Skolnick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Danvers, MA


“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

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Ijeoma Onwuogu

Ijeoma Onwuogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Peabody, MA


We offer a wide range of mental and behavioral health support ranging from introductory psychotherapy and psychoeducation, medication management and client referral. You are guaranteed to always feel welcome and at home. We utilize a holistic, non-judgmental and person centered approach to provide quality care to our clients in a calm and relaxed environment. We provide telehealth and office visits. Ijeoma or IJ, holds a Master's Degree in Nursing, and is board certified Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maureen Bakis

Maureen Bakis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Marblehead, MA


“I create a place for you to feel safe and attended to so you can be honest, say what you need to say, and feel what you need to feel, so you can heal and thrive.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Salem, MA


“I have been working as a clinical social worker for the past six years and in the field of mental health for the past 15.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Slack

Kathleen Slack

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Wrentham, MA


“I am an integrative psychiatric nurse practitioner and have worked in the field of nursing for over 30 years.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bob Collins

Bob Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Rockland, MA


“I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician dedicated to providing Cognitive/Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (CBT/DBT) to help you achieve your goals...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Holly Little Van Straaten

Holly Little Van Straaten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Danvers, MA


I work with individuals and people in relationships navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, shame, anger, relationship distress, parenting, adoption, identity, and life transitions. Together, we'll slow down enough to notice what has been difficult to see, better understand what's happening beneath the surface, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Richard Williams

Richard Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Westford, MA


Now accepting patients in Massachusetts! Offering in office visits on the fourth Monday of each month in Westford, MA from 8:00 until 11:30 and virtual visits throughout the week.

I have been in healthcare for over 20 years and enjoy partnering with patients . As a gay man, I understand the comfort that comes with working with someone from the community.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bridget Lehane

Bridget Lehane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Bridgewater, MA


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, educator, and artist. I am skilled and experienced in supporting people working on issues of self-esteem/worth, traditional and non-traditional relationship issues, sexual wellness, body-positivity, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, recovery, life transitions, family issues, and more.

The work we do will be directed by the Person-Centered, Rogerian principles of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and belief in authentic human connection.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacques-Paul Barbour

Jacques-Paul Barbour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Taunton, MA


“Counseling is a unique process for you to feel safe and be yourself, to create goals and find ways to improve your quality of life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Job Ogega

Dr. Job Ogega

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Worcester, MA


“I believe in providing a holistic, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to mental health care that treats you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kayla Christie

Kayla Christie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Worcester, MA


“Integrating physical and mental health into therapy is essential because the mind and body are deeply connected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Newton, MA
There are over 37 therapists in Newton, MA accepting new patients.
37+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 78%Cigna
  • 78%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 73%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 54%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 8%Igbo
  • 5%Portuguese
  • 5%Spanish
  • 3%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 27%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 22%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 19%Family therapy
  • 8%Couples therapy
  • 5%Child or adolescent therapy

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