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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Wellesley, MA

Grieving a loved one—whether a parent, partner, sibling, or friend—is deeply personal. Headway's Wellesley-based providers specialize in grief therapy and anticipatory grief, using approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance-based techniques. Find compassionate support with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage options available.

Ijeoma Onwuogu

Ijeoma Onwuogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 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
Jessica Stanley

Jessica Stanley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Norwell, MA


Healing Across the Lifespan: A Partnership in Mental Wellness

Choosing a mental health provider is a deeply personal decision. You aren’t just looking for a prescriber; you are looking for a witness to your story, an expert in the biological complexities of the brain, and a partner in your recovery.

My name is Jessica Stanley, and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). My journey to this practice has been defined by a unique duality: the macro view of a healthcare executive and the micro focus of a dedicated clinician. Before opening the doors to this practice, I served as the Clinical Director for a large-scale healthcare organization. In that role, I was responsible for the oversight of complex systems, the mentorship of large clinical teams, and the implementation of evidence-based protocols across diverse populations.

While my time in leadership allowed me to impact mental health at a systemic level, my true passion has always remained in the quiet, transformative moments of the exam room. I have returned to full-time clinical practice to bring that high-level expertise back to where it matters most: the individual human experience.

Mental health does not exist in a vacuum, nor does it look the same at age seven as it does at seventy. I specialize in treating patients across the entire lifespan. Whether I am working with a child struggling to navigate their first years of school, an adolescent facing the pressures of identity formation, or an adult managing the heavy mantle of career and family, my approach remains the same: comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence based.

Areas of Specialization

I am trained to treat a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions including:

ADHD & Neurodivergence

Anxiety Disorders

Depression

PTSD & Trauma Recovery

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Djwan Scott

Djwan Scott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Lowell, MA


“I strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals feel safe, respected, and encouraged to actively participate in their treatment plans.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Emily Reyes

Emily Reyes

Therapist

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


“Emily strives to create a safe environment where individuals can express themselves without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacques-Paul Barbour

Jacques-Paul Barbour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • 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 11 insurance carriers
Katelyn MacDonald

Katelyn MacDonald

Therapist

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


Katy is a LMHC and has over 12 years of experience working with a wide range of mental health conditions. In addition to general treatment, Katy has experience working with the perinatal population to address mood and anxiety conditions in addition to emotional complications resulting from grief and loss, infertility, relationship issues, birth trauma, parent-child attachment issues, and attachment-based trauma that exacerbates during parenting.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittny Maravelias

Brittny Maravelias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Beverly, MA


My background includes supporting individuals, couples, and families from a variety of backgrounds in navigating personal and life challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting skills, grief and loss, transitions, etc. Currently, I am only offering individual services.

I also have 10+ years of specialized experience in working with survivors of sexual violence and non-offending loved ones in understanding the impact of trauma and exploring their own healing journey.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Smoller

Sara Smoller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Wakefield, MA


“I take an integrative, whole-person approach to care. That means I look beyond symptoms to understand your full story—what's going on in your body, your environment, and your life—and tailor treatment to you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Ryall

Jennifer Ryall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, MA


“I am a trained psychotherapist and Reiki master, and have advanced certifications in mindfulness practices and anxiety management.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Jaime

Elizabeth Jaime

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Lawrence, MA


“I truly am passionate about helping my patients achieve their mental health goals and provide a safe, relaxing environment for them to explore their thoughts and feelings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Idenice Sargut

Idenice Sargut

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amesbury, MA


“I have always had a nurturing and patient heart in wanting to help people. I allow my clients the freedom to guide themselves through their own experiences and challenges with support and unconditional positive regard.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Anne Abeloff

Anne Abeloff

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Four decades. That's how long I've been doing this work — and I mean that not as a resume line, but as a promise. Over forty years of sitting with people through the things that crack a life open: the identity shifts that come with midlife, the isolation that quietly builds, the grief of a body that's changed, the exhaustion of caregiving for someone else while your own needs go unmet. I bring deep expertise in depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the complex emotional terrain that emerges as life evolves through its stages. I specialize in working with adults — particularly women, caregivers, and individuals facing chronic health challenges or major life transformations — who are navigating chapters of life that often go unacknowledged and underserved. If you've ever felt like the world was moving too fast while you were standing still, wondering who you are now and what comes next — this is the practice that was built for you.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Nichole Wofford

Dr. Nichole Wofford

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I’ve worked in community mental health, school systems, and private practice, and I’m deeply committed to providing culturally affirming care that honors the full complexity of who you are.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 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
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
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
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
Charles Codner

Charles Codner

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello, I’m Charles, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) dedicated to helping adults build healthier, more fulfilling lives. I work with individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in trauma-informed care. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can openly explore your experiences, gain insight into patterns that may be holding you back, and develop the tools needed to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Nalubega

Gloria Nalubega

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to meet you where you are both emotionally and physically; working together to reduce symptoms, build resilience, and support lasting emotional well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Jacobson

Amy Jacobson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Everyone deserves to be happy. I want to help my patients feel contentment, fulfillment and joyfulness in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Hanying Pu

Hanying Pu

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across educational, community, and behavioral health settings. I help clients navigate anxiety, stress, emotional and behavioral concerns, relationship difficulties, life transitions, parenting challenges, and personal growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, strengths-based, and culturally responsive, and I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel comfortable being vulnerable, express their authentic selves, and feel genuinely heard and understood. I honor each client’s unique culture, values, and life experiences while helping them develop practical tools and move toward meaningful change.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Arkoff

Sharon Arkoff

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I bring a realistic and non-flowery approach to working with clients. I will work with you to acknowledge what is a reasonable expectation for coping with life events and personal or professional changes, and what you can do to cope with things that...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Pacheco

Carolyn Pacheco

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“The experience I have had includes working with the neurodivergent population with a focus working alongside DDS clientele.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessika De Castro-Johnston

Jessika De Castro-Johnston

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is person-centered and strengths-based, grounded in the belief that you already hold the capacity for growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Griswold

Alisha Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to crate a welcoming, supportive, and judgement-free environment where you can feel comfortable sharing at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mira Patel

Mira Patel

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I will help you navigate it in a way that is motivating and freeing. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut with six years of experience supporting individuals on their mental health journeys.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Veronika Bloom

Veronika Bloom

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a Massachusetts LICSW with over a decade of experience sitting with people through some of life's most profound and difficult passages: trauma, grief, eating disorders, relationship fractures, women's issues, and end-of-life care.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stuart Brugman

Stuart Brugman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello there. Thanks for checking out my profile.

I don't know what brings you to this tiny nook of the internet, on this particular day, but I am grateful and very curious to hear.

As a therapist, I've worked with adolescents and adults for over a decade; sharing in their challenges, connecting in laughter and kindness.

It would be my joy to learn your story and meet you with warmth, humor, and sincerity.

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

Angenette Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I understand the cultural, relational, and generational layers that shape how we see ourselves, and I value creating a space where you feel seen, respected, and understood without having to over-explain.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nic'Cole Lambert

Nic'Cole Lambert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brookline, MA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a passion for integrative, whole-person care. By blending the principles of integrative psychiatry with a deep understanding of adult medicine, I am committed to treating the mind and body as a unified system. I believe that true wellness requires dedicated attention to both.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debra Goldberg

Debra Goldberg

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


In a world where there is endless advice, online "experts" and seemingly easy fixes, it can be challenging to hit a roadblock and find that nothing feels quite right. Whether it is depression, anxiety, or just a general sense that something is “off”, it keeps you stuck. And you just can't figure out how to fix it. While I have no answers, I offer a place to pause, reflect, and talk about what’s been holding you back. And most importantly, what you want to happen next.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charmian Talbot

Charmian Talbot

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have over 15 years dedicated to working with individuals with substance use and mental health challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zafar Naqvi

Zafar Naqvi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I don't just provide appointments, I provide solutions — all in the context of a caring, long-term partnership.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Melendez

Jessica Melendez

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I listen and I (truly) don't judge! I practice from a person-centered holistic worldview and value the courage it takes to open up to another human being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
America Gomez

America Gomez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach to care is collaborative and patient-centered. I believe in listening closely to understand each person's unique experiences and goals...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adom Fermanian

Adom Fermanian

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Easton, MA


“I provide comprehensive psychiatric care that integrates in-depth therapeutic work with thoughtful medication management.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diana Kerkorian

Diana Kerkorian

Therapist

Virtual • Milton, MA


“My role is to be a supportive sounding board and partner in the process - helping you identify patterns, recognize your strengths, build practical skills, and feel more confident navigating challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
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
Leah Comeau

Leah Comeau

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience serving those at end of life and their families, those in addictions and their families and LGBTQ+ individuals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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