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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 910 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.
“I have a collaborative approach to therapy and like the client to talk about their goals and we work together to achieve them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
“As a certified EMDR therapist, I specialize in betrayal trauma and work with individuals ages 5-90 years old who have experienced sexual, physical, emotional, religious, and domestic abuse.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am genuine, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I'm also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“In our work together, you can expect a supportive, collaborative space where your experiences are heard and respected.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I've been a counselor for 10 years working with teens, adults, couples, families, and groups. I enjoy creative collaborative environments with whoever I'm working with to support the goals of the person.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
My name is Vanessa Cox. I'm the Founder and CEO of Extensive Prevention Intervention Counseling Services (EPICS) LLC, a professional counseling practice, and the Founder and Board Secretary of EPICS J. R. Foundation. The driving force behind my lifework has been a personal mission to live with integrity and make a difference in the lives of others. With over 30 years of clinical and administrative experience,
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I strive to offer a safe and creative space to consider and recalibrate your relationship to the beliefs and influences that shape your experience in the world.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in honesty, integrity, and a team approach to therapy. Building a therapeutic relationship is where it all starts.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I specialize in women's health and life transitions, including perinatal mental health, infertility, pregnancy loss, menopause, and reproductive health concerns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Diabetes
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I focus on creating a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported, while also helping you move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy isn't about "fixing" you—it's about helping you recognize your strengths, process difficult experiences, and move toward the life you want.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I accompany my clients through the muddy waters of emotions and life circumstances toward greater clarity and new possibilities.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“You can expect to feel heard and respected every time we meet. You can expect to be met exactly where you are.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that connecting with clients is one of the most important aspects of forming a trusting relationship and the most important priority in building a strong therapeutic alliance...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
As a graduate of Missouri State University’s Counseling program, I am a person-centered counselor. I believe that all those who seek therapy have a desire to bring themselves back into balance. Although I see individuals of all ages, I specialize in children between the ages of 3 and 10 addressing their needs using child-centered play therapy.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My goal is to enter your experience, clarify what matters most to you, and help you move toward meaningful healing and change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I've spent over 20 years helping people navigate addiction (their own or a loved one's), as well as depression, anxiety, grief, and stress.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Emotions are the main driver to healing; therefore, I like to revisit integral moments or relationships from the clients life and process the associated feelings to uncover the correlation between how these feelings impact them in the present.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I understand the pressure to stay strong, the difficulty in asking for help, and the impact the job can have on personal and family life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I want clients to feel comfortable and accepted for who they are but also challenged and stretched to grow in the areas that are holding them back.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I approach therapy in a client centered way allowing clients to direct their own path to growth and/or healing and set their own goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I worked with the military for 8 years, and dealt with depression, sexual trauma, PTSD from deployments, relationship issues, gender identity, sexuality, and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hello! My name is Sara and I have over 16 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in St. Louis, Missouri. I have experience working with individuals, families, teenagers, and children. I have provided services in a variety of settings including residential treatment centers, homes, and schools. I am a rostered Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and a Nationally Certified Clinician.
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am committed to helping clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life by creating a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative therapeutic environment...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I take a holistic and eclectic approach to the care of individuals with extensive training and experience in spiritual direction and the Enneagram of personality.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
“I believe healing begins when we feel seen, heard, and supported. As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where growth is nurtured, stories are honored, and hope is restored.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy is not a temporary Band-Aid. It is a process of growth that adds self-awareness and coping skills to your everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, direct, and active. I work best with clients who are ready to look beneath the surface, explore their inner world, and make meaningful changes...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I know what it feels like to love your family deeply and still feel like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach to care is warm, collaborative, and centered on you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I approach each client with a down-to-earth attitude, adapting to their unique needs and preferences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe that every individual has the ability to grow and heal when they are provided with a safe, accepting, and supportive environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I firmly believe that you are the expert of your own story and possess many strengths that will help you overcome life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My aim is to offer you a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore and work toward the goals that hold significance for you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Possess a passion for helping others in crisis regain emotional balance to reach a state of peace, where communication can take place and healing can begin.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy frequently incorporates music, books and movies to enhance the therapeutic process and facilitate change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“With a sense of humor, emotionally intelligent approach and honesty Michael can help you begin your therapy journey or continue on your path of healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hello, my name is Amanda Grippi. I am a licensed counselor in both Missouri and Illinois. I earned my Master's degree from Southern Illinois University with a focus in community psychology and I have been in practice for over 20 years. In addition to helping people with Anxiety and Depression, I have advanced training in neurodivergence including ADHD and Autism as well as trauma. I also have extensive experience working with members who identify as LGBTQ+.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I'm an active, engaged therapist—you won't be talking into a blank screen. I'm warm and compassionate, and I'll also be honest and direct when you need it.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, 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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