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Grief counselors and therapists in Massachusetts

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Massachusetts

Coping with the death of a loved one requires specialized support. Our Massachusetts network of 1,510 providers offers grief counseling and loss recovery services using proven modalities including prolonged grief disorder therapy and meaning-making approaches. Many sessions are covered by insurance with copays as low as $0.

Tracy-Jane Pierre

Tracy-Jane Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My clinical experience is grounded in a collaborative, "biopsychosocial" perspective that considers the person as a whole, rather than a single diagnosis or symptom.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fangning Dong

Fangning Dong

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm also trained in kink-, poly-, and trans-affirming care, as well as sex therapy, so you can freely explore any topics that are important to you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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
John White

John White

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have worked with adults for 20 years and I have developed a strong grasp of the challenges that come along with trauma recognition and recovery, anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and men's wellness.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David White

David White

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I integrate biblical principles with evidence-based counseling practices that honor each client's experiences and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanell Percy

Shanell Percy

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a ground and soulful space for those navigating trauma, life transitions, or seeking to reconnect with inner wisdom.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
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 4 insurance carriers
Olga Elisa De Armas

Olga Elisa De Armas

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


For over 30 years, I have assisted individuals navigate significant transitions and emotional struggles. Since 2007, I have been certified in hypnotherapy after completing 10 years of study in clinical hypnosis along with training in Systems Theory, psychodynamic psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems IFS), mindfulness, and spirituality without religious affiliation.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Burgess

Claire Burgess

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I consider myself warm and considerate of the whole person; I am very present and mindful in session toward the client's issues.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yolanda White

Yolanda White

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a warm, conversational style that helps you talk openly at your own pace while exploring the challenges that bring you here.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniel Gibson

Daniel Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am committed to taking the time to genuinely get to know you and to fostering a collaborative, open, and trusting environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caitlin Sylva

Caitlin Sylva

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is warm, calm, and practical. I focus on building insight, coping skills, and sustainable strategies that support both emotional well-being and day-to-day functioning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erin Bambery

Erin Bambery

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have several years experience in family therapy and have been trained as an advance practice grief counselor specializing in pet loss.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Leila Kott

Leila Kott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Hopkinton, MA


“I believe in a client centered and client driven approach to psychotherapy. You are the expert on your own life...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Bruneli DeGraca

Bruneli DeGraca

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach combines compassion with gentle accountability, helping you reframe unhelpful patterns, gain new perspectives, and develop the tools needed to become the best version of yourself.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Paul

Theresa Paul

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a trauma-informed counselor and a person in recovery, my mission is to create a compassionate, safe, and empowering space...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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 5 insurance carriers
Lael St Tripp

Lael St Tripp

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I've spent 12 years working almost entirely with teens and young adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and ADHD...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Millie Reese

Millie Reese

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe wholeheartedly in empowering and enhancing one's capacity to address your own needs. You have the power and expertise within; it is a matter of finding a way to maximize it.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michelle Parsons

Michelle Parsons

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with extensive experience in trauma, grief and bereavement, hospice and palliative care, substance use, recovery, and major life transitions. I earned my Master of Social Work from Wheelock College, along with a Certificate in Medical Social Work, and later completed training in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and Research through the California Institute of Integral Studies. I also have experience with ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and bring an integrative, trauma-informed perspective to my work. I especially enjoy working with adults who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and create meaningful, lasting change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Chown

Lisa Chown

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


With over 30 years of experience, I specialize in supporting older adults and their families through some of life's most profound and challenging transitions — including dementia, aging, grief and loss, serious mental illness, and end-of-life concerns. I understand that these experiences can feel isolating and overwhelming, and I believe that having a compassionate, non-judgmental space to talk makes a real difference.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elisabeth Steiner Smith

Elisabeth Steiner Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I understand that you are the expert on yourself, and by offering a solution focused discussion, you will be successful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Riley Murphy

Riley Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I really value creating a space where people feel comfortable being themselves without judgment, and where all parts of their identity are welcomed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Olds

Melinda Olds

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is strengths based, supporting individuals in recognizing their abilities as they move through challenges and life transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lydia Kernan

Lydia Kernan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach involves Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy strategies to help clients understand and cope with symptoms.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mahnoor Aftab

Mahnoor Aftab

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a fluent Urdu-speaking therapist with South Asian cultural competency, I understand the unique challenges related to culture, identity, family expectations, immigration experiences, and mental health.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Nuttall

Sarah Nuttall

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that clients are the experts on their own lives and should remain in the driver's seat throughout the therapeutic process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Shafran

Jennifer Shafran

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“What sets me apart is that I am very interactive, thought provoking and I will ask you the powerful questions to help you move forward!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Evan Piering

Evan Piering

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe lasting change begins with connection. My experience as both a clinician and someone who once had to navigate the challenges of growing...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Susan Tibeijuka

Susan Tibeijuka

Therapist

Virtual • Norwood, MA


“With a belief in collaborative therapy, her counseling style is both interactive, warm and empathetic.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Germain Peagui

Germain Peagui

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I’m a bilingual (English/Español) Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes therapy shouldn’t feel like a sterile doctor’s appointment. My clients are hardworking adults, professionals, and cycle-breakers who are tired of white-knuckling their way through the week. They come to me dealing with anxiety, massive burnout, ADHD, Autism, and the heavy weight of life transitions. They stay because I skip the clinical robot-speak and get straight to "real talk."

I know what it’s like to juggle impossible schedules, which is exactly why I designed my practice to fit yours. I offer weekend and late-evening virtual sessions so you don’t have to burn your PTO or stress about missing work just to take care of your mental health.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Joseph Johnson

Joseph Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest about what you're going through while also feeling supported and challenged to move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gertrude Trudy Carl

Gertrude Trudy Carl

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


Hi, I'm Trudy Carl, LICSW. I bring over 15 years of experience in social work, mental health, and human services, working with individuals, teens, families, and couples across community, healthcare, and correctional settings. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship concerns, substance use, and re-entry after incarceration. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based, helping clients build resilience, gain insight, and create meaningful change in their lives.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jennifer Nussbaum

Jennifer Nussbaum

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I bring compassion, humor & evidence based therapeutic strategies to support individuals in finding clarity, balance and fulfillment in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thomas Reis

Thomas Reis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is warm, practical, and client-centered. I believe that you are the expert on your own life...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aarti Mathur

Aarti Mathur

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Come and start your journey towards a better life. I will help you develop resilience and strengthen your inner core. I will work with you to develop problem solving skills, and learn effective communication skills. I am an empathetic listener with over 10 years of experience in this field.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Massachusetts who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Massachusetts
There are over 1,506 therapists in Massachusetts accepting new patients.
1,506+
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
  • 92%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 85%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 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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  • 46%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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