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Grief counselors and therapists in Worcester, MA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Worcester, MA

Navigating grief in Worcester is deeply personal, and Headway connects you with 1,442 licensed therapists trained in evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and CBT. Our providers offer flexible virtual or in-person sessions to support your healing journey through loss, whether you're grieving a loved one or processing anticipatory grief. Many clients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance.

Dr. Job Ogega

Dr. Job Ogega

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • 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 6 insurance carriers
Patti Smith

Patti Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Worcester, MA


“I believe it is very important to create a safe place for trust and openness to grow. I will help you feel heard and understood by listening with empathy and compassion.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Chelio

Sarah Chelio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Worcester, MA


As a therapist my goal is to provide a comfortable, non-judgmental space for clients to share thoughts and feelings openly. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and have 10 years of experience treating children and adults.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathleen McLeod

Kathleen McLeod

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Worcester, MA


I do my best work with adolescents and adults. My experience spans over 30 years. I focus on each person's strengths and provide support by bolstering their resilience and courage. Together we move toward change and greater health.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer LaFlamme

Jennifer LaFlamme

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Northborough, MA


“I believe that you are the expert of your life, and with thoughtful exploration, change and growth are possible.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Heather Carcia

Heather Carcia

Therapist

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


“I specialize in working with people who are feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or stuck in perfectionism and people-pleasing loops...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cecily Ross

Cecily Ross

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“Neurodivergent individuals (treating people with ADHD and Autism, for example) and those with special needs are very welcome to my practice.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Katia Sylvestre

Katia Sylvestre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“Her practice at Holistic Well is rooted in the belief that mental wellness is achieved by looking beyond symptoms to understand the unique biological, emotional, and environmental factors affecting each patient.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Max Abugov

Dr. Max Abugov

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 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
Yulia Heringer

Yulia Heringer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 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
Danielle Kasprzak

Danielle Kasprzak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


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

Shawn McGuirk

Therapist

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


“In a spirit of empathy and 'radical' acceptance, I'll work with you on identifying how your thoughts, feelings and behaviors are all connected.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tara Burgess

Tara Burgess

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Philip Papoojian

Dr. Philip Papoojian

Therapist

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


“For people who suffer from substance use, I truly believe that most substance abuse is the result self-medication of the underlying mental health and trauma issues.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Mirza Lugardo

Mirza Lugardo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Sturbridge, MA


“I believe that "one size does not fit all". That psychotherapy is a journey of many uncharted territories always ending in beautiful destinations...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eliza Abouraad

Eliza Abouraad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 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
Meg Stafford

Meg Stafford

Therapist

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


“Interactive in style, I am fully present to hear what every client brings to the table, and collaborative as we move forward in our work together.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Erin Sadiq

Erin Sadiq

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, MA


Hello! My name is Erin Sadiq and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals and families through a strengths-based, trauma-informed lens. I am passionate about fostering resilience and emotional wellness across diverse populations.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, family systems, child/adolescent mental health, and use an integrative approach that may include CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. I am client-centered and work hard to create a safe, collaborative space for growth and healing.

I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of New Hampshire and maintain active licensure in Massachusetts. In addition to my clinical work, I am committed to ongoing professional development and community advocacy.

When not working, I love traveling, exploring new places, and soaking in the beauty of different cultures and experiences.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cambridge, MA


“As a first generation Brazilian-American woman who grew up half her life in Brazil, I bring a culturally attuned and inclusive lens to my work.”
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. Anna Sloan

Dr. Anna Sloan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, MA


“I specialize in the treatment of mental health in the context of challenging systemic conditions such as cancer, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, and ME/CFS.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
James Henkhaus

James Henkhaus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 10 insurance carriers
Grace Onye

Grace Onye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Catherine Auth

Catherine Auth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hallie Stone

Hallie Stone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Rosa (Deaf) Guzman

Rosa (Deaf) Guzman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Holyoke, MA


“I specifically work with the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community to give my clients hope, compassion, understanding, and support through their journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Senn

Jacqueline Senn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Sarah Stracco

Sarah Stracco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Northampton, MA


“My goal is to create a judgment-free zone where you can feel safe discussing your struggles and aspirations.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 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
Olga Gorea

Olga Gorea

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, MA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing empathetic, patient-centered psychiatric care for adults.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ijeoma Onwuogu

Ijeoma Onwuogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Sophia Pastore

Sophia Pastore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenfield, MA


We all need connection, community, and the ability to be our authentic selves in order to thrive. Many of us are not provided these attachment needs in childhood, and we grow into adulthood burdened by this wounding, unsure of how to relate safely and from a place of wholeness. If you struggle to align your inner and outer worlds, find yourself repeating difficult relational patterns, or feel as if your authentic self must remain hidden, I would love to work with you. I am particularly interested in supporting the health of queer families and cooperatives.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Peterson

Sean Peterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • East Taunton, MA


“My style is conversational and direct. I'll listen, but I'll also ask questions, challenge you when appropriate, and help you look at situations from different perspectives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Tori Devine

Tori Devine

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Danvers, MA


I’m Tori, a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and major life transitions. I especially enjoy working with women and young adults ages 18–25 who are trying to find their way back—or forward—to themselves.

Many of the women I work with are the people everyone else counts on. They may be capable, caring, successful, and getting things done while privately struggling with anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship patterns, low self-esteem, or the weight of past experiences. I also have extensive experience supporting women healing from gender-based violence, including intimate partner violence and sexual trauma.

I also love working with young adults navigating the messy transition into adulthood. You may be figuring out who you are, what you want, relationships and friendships, family dynamics, college or career, independence, or why everyone else seems to have adulthood figured out when you definitely do not.

I believe you already have strengths, resources, and parts of yourself worth trusting. Therapy can help you reconnect with those parts while building the confidence and tools to create a life that feels more authentically yours.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittny Maravelias

Brittny Maravelias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Maureen Bakis

Maureen Bakis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Whitney Palma

Whitney Palma

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hanover, MA


“I believe healing happens in relationship—in a space where you feel truly heard and accepted for who you are.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tara Roque

Tara Roque

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westport, MA


“My approach is positive and person-centered, building upon the strengths, skills, and resilience you already have.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Juliet Hathon

Juliet Hathon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Bedford, MA


I have been in human services for over 30 years. I am see individuals over 21 years of age. I am an LICSW and accept most insurances. Most of my experience is in trauma, substance abuse, anxiety and relational issues

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists serving Worcester, MA
There are over 1,447 therapists in Worcester, MA accepting new patients.
1,447+
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
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 49%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%French
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 94%Online only
  • 6%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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