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Grief counselors and therapists in St. Louis, MO
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in St. Louis, MO
Grieving a parent, partner, sibling, or friend requires compassionate, specialized support that St. Louis residents can access through Headway's network of 911 providers trained in loss and bereavement. Sessions focus on meaning-making, processing anticipatory grief, and building coping strategies—with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.
“My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based practices, Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and a person-centered philosophy to create a supportive and collaborative space for growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm a trauma-focused counselor offering an integrative affirming space where healing and growth are possible.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“She provides a warm and open environment and often employs an attachment-based, somatic, IFS, or parts work approach, along with a body-based lens, in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Clients often describe my style as genuine, down-to-earth, and empowering. I believe growth happens when you feel seen, safe, and supported—but also gently challenged.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“I draw from several approaches, with a strong focus on Internal Family Systems (IFS) to explore the different "parts" of you that may be in conflict or holding you back.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals explore the unconscious patterns, emotions, and past experiences that shape their current behaviors and relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe counseling works best when it feels like a real conversation with someone who is willing to listen, ask good questions, and sometimes challenge you to look at things differently.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Missouri-St Louis. I have 27 years of clinical experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families across a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral challenges, and relationship issues.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy can be the space where things begin to shift—where you feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Welcome! I am so happy you have taken the first step to healing. My name is Dzenana and I work with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, grief/loss, emotion regulation, suicidal ideation, and trauma. My master's is from University of Missouri-Kansas City. I have worked as a school counselor for 11 years before opening my own private practice. My varied life experiences allow me to connect meaningfully with people to foster their growth. Whether you are struggling with deep past events or current daily life stress, I can work with you. If you are hesitant, give me just one hour. Let's get started!
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to empower my clients to gain freedom from mental health issues and give them tools to cope and flourish in their professional and personal lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
“I use a variety of methodologies to help you develop effective strategies and coping skills that can improve mood and address issues.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach to counseling is client-centered, meaning I create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, engaging, and practical. I believe in building a strong connection first, because healing begins when you feel seen, heard, and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I have a special passion for working with individuals who are seeking therapy due to grief, loss and/or trauma.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe, warm, empowering environment to deal with family concerns, relationship issues, job issues, and grief.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am known for my direct, results-oriented, no-nonsense yet compassionate and warm approaches to get authentic therapeutic transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you build confidence, develop healthy coping tools, and improve how you handle life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is thoughtful, strategic, and action-oriented. I listen carefully to understand not only what's happening, but why it keeps happening.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Facing some of life's unexpected challenges can be tough. The good news is that you don't have to feel alone.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“Each session starts with a check-in that gives me insight into how things have been going, followed by asking the client what they would like to focus on for their session.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“Known for her warm, grounded, and practical style, Marlena creates a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, encouraged, and empowered to grow.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“I work to provide a safe space for individuals, couples, and families who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself, feel understood, and know you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with midlife moms who are carrying a great deal emotionally, relationally, and practically, and who need a place to feel seen, supported, and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a Christian counselor. I like to watch the Lord transform lives and bring order to the chaos in our lives. I am a grief specialist. I've been helping people walk through grief for almost 15 years. It's not 'goodbye' forever, it's just 'goodbye' for now. There is peace in knowing Jesus and that faith brings comfort in all types of struggle.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“You can takeaway the feeling of being heard and listened to. Validating your feelings, so you do not have to feel alone.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My primary intent with each of my clients is to play an active role in their improvement by offering compassion, consistency, and stability.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I have experience working with individuals as they navigate grief and loss, family relationships, trauma, depression and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I believe that everyone is worthy of love and belonging and we all have a story to tell. I use my education and background to help you process past trauma, current confusion, and relational dynamics so you can experience true healing and flourishing. If you feel stuck in the same patterns or bogged down by shame, I'm so glad you're here, and I would be honored to walk with you through the darkness to a place of light and life!
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I work with adults and older adults navigating burnout, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, trauma, and chronic stress.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“Therapy with me gives you the chance to shift your mindset away from allowing depression, anxiety or addictions to control your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic approach is holistic, emphasizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. Recognizing that each aspect influences overall health, I Specialize in integrative techniques, drawing from various modalities such as mindfulness,...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“When the heart and mind can come into alignment, my clients have found they are more resilient and equipped than they ever imagined.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, meaning that WE work closely and tailor treatment to your unique needs and preferences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal is to aid each person in their journey, helping them find their own power, happiness, resiliency, and inner strength.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Life can be challenging from time to time, rather than continuing to struggle reach out and I can help you obtain the necessary skills to be confident in the decisions you make.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I have a passion for working with adults who may look like they have it all together on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns they don't understand.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of St. Louis, MO who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists within 20 miles of St. Louis, MO
67+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 99%Anxiety
- 96%Stress management
- 96%Relationship issues
- 96%Depression
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 84%Cigna
- 70%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 60%Ascension
Languages spoken
- 99%English
- 1%Bosnian
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Portuguese
- 1%Spanish
How they see their clients
- 94%In-person or online
- 6%In-person only
Provider gender
- 82%Woman
- 16%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 61%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 1%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 34%Couples therapy
- 24%Child or adolescent therapy
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