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Grief counselors and therapists in Newark, NJ

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Newark, NJ

Whether you're grieving a spouse, friend, or family member in Newark, Headway offers accessible bereavement counseling and grief therapy to help you process loss and find closure. Our 2,707 providers use evidence-based modalities including Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support your journey toward healing.

Musa Ahmad

Musa Ahmad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Newark, NJ


“I use psychoanalytic techniques to make you more aware of how the nervous system influences your behavior.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mary Osagie

Dr. Mary Osagie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • East Orange, NJ


I am a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master’s degree in Psychiatric and Mental Health from Walden University. In my practice, I am adept at addressing various mental health concerns and providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and personalized treatment plans. By integrating evidence-based practices, I work to promote mental wellness effectively. I offer both in-person and virtual services to ensure accessibility and convenience for those seeking support for their mental health needs.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
James Alfano

James Alfano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Belleville, NJ


I’ve very open minded and calm. I try to meet my clients where they are and gain a better understanding of goals they would like to reach or areas of their life they may be struggling to cope with.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Abimbola (Abby) Olanrewaju

Dr. Abimbola (Abby) Olanrewaju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Millburn, NJ


I bring over 25 years of clinical and leadership experience to my work and am the founder of The Vine Health Services. I’m a doctoral-prepared, dual-certified Nurse Practitioner in both Family and Psychiatric care, which allows me to look at your health from every angle — mind, body, and spirit.

My approach blends medical expertise with empathy, offering integrative, functional, and faith-informed care (based on patient's preference) that supports the whole person. I believe that healing happens through understanding and partnership, and I’m here to walk alongside you on that journey toward mental and emotional well-being

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Virginia Njihia

Virginia Njihia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Maplewood, NJ


“My approach blends evidence-based care with deep empathy, ensuring each client feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Bola Fadipe

Dr. Bola Fadipe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Newark, NJ


“I take a holistic approach to your mental health, examining all aspects of your life to create an individualized care plan.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christine Ha

Christine Ha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • South Orange Village, NJ


“I want you to feel heard and understood, so that you can make positive changes to live a more fulfilled life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jillian Myers

Jillian Myers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • West Orange, NJ


“I aim to create a space that feels supportive, real, and comfortable enough for that kind of deeper work to happen.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marphene Joseph

Marphene Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • Union, NJ


“I believe in listening without judgement, understanding each person's unique experiences, and working collaboratively to build a treatment plan that meets your needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Altema

Stephanie Altema

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • Union, NJ


“I am committed to a holistic approach that considers each patient's mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aisha Ortiz

Aisha Ortiz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • Union, NJ


“I prioritize holistic care and therapeutic relationships, aiming to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where patients feel valued and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christine Edwards-Jones

Christine Edwards-Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Union, NJ


“My approach is both compassionate and direct. Using evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and integrative therapeutic approaches...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Tucker

Jeffrey Tucker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Maplewood, NJ


“My ability to listen and reflect back is exceptional. I believe that asking open ended questions is the key to allowing individuals to process their thoughts and feelings.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shannon Charles

Shannon Charles

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Millburn, NJ


“I have an unconventional approach to therapy which is one of humanity, compassion, partnership and good old fashioned grit.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michaela Whiteman-Land

Michaela Whiteman-Land

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Union, NJ


“My goal is to empower clients with the insight and tools they need to navigate life with greater confidence and resilience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melinda Reyes

Melinda Reyes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Montclair, NJ


“I'm passionate about helping people shift their perspective and see new possibilities because I believe that tending to your mental health is one of the most powerful steps toward living a full, meaningful life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Walker

Alicia Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Montclair, NJ


“Change is scary. If it was easy- no one would need a therapist. It is my job to help guide you in making steps towards action.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Daniel Erbach

Daniel Erbach

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Montclair, NJ


“I would love the opportunity to guide you on your own special journey to greater life satisfaction, one that is truly worth living.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicole Christian

Dr. Nicole Christian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Montclair, NJ


“I value very highly my clients' culture, their intersecting identities, and attend to the ways in which systems of power and oppression influence clients' lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Michaela Ambrosius

Dr. Michaela Ambrosius

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Montclair, NJ


“I offer a grounded, supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can slow things down and make sense of what you're experiencing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kristine Ostroff

Kristine Ostroff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Springfield, NJ


“Therapy with me is a space where you don't have to mask, perform, or explain yourself—we start exactly where you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Johanna Cedillo

Johanna Cedillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Union, NJ


“I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your experiences, gain insight, and work toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandy Hussain

Dr. Sandy Hussain

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • West Orange, NJ


“My approach is collaborative, focusing on partnering with you to create tailored and mutually agreed-upon treatment plans.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cary Hamilton

Cary Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Jersey City, NJ


“Through the steady work of connection and containment, what feels like pain and failure can become the doorway to meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Harrison Iredia

Harrison Iredia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Cranford, NJ


“I have a deep passion for healing minds and empowering wellness through holistic, trauma-informed, comprehensive care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sunil D Patel

Sunil D Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Robbinsville Township, NJ


“My approach is warm, open-minded, and solution-oriented. I view treatment as a partnership and believe in shared decision-making...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diego Giraldo

Diego Giraldo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Hoboken, NJ


“I believe effective treatment comes from a collaborative partnership. Together we will develop a personalized treatment plan that supports both symptom relief and long-term wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Julie Jacob

Julie Jacob

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Cranford, NJ


“Julie approaches health from a holistic perspective. Julie believes that the most important aspect of care is listening to the patient's unique story.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
John Milius

John Milius

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Hoboken, NJ


“My clinical experience currently includes but is not limited to counseling individuals and groups from a variety of backgrounds with depression, anxiety, identity and relational issues, spiritual conflict, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma,...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Bader-Anderson

Diane Bader-Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Springfield, NJ


“Empathy has no script. There is no right or wrong way to use it. It is simply listening, holding space, withholding judgement, emotionally connecting and communicating that incredibly healing message of "you are not alone".”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cerissa Durr

Cerissa Durr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Springfield, NJ


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional practicing in Union County, New Jersey. I have a strong base of clinical experience in Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, and Substance Use Issues. Together let's explore tools to assist you in navigating complex transitional phases and address underlining issues. I am here to accompany you on this journey to functioning as your best self.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cassio Campello De Menezes

Dr. Cassio Campello De Menezes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Livingston, NJ


“I help young adults, adults, and seniors find clarity, strength, and hope during life's most difficult chapters.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cassia Mosdell

Dr. Cassia Mosdell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Springfield, NJ


It's very nice to meet you. I am a psychologist with around twenty years of experience working in schools, hospitals, and community mental health.

Those who seek my support are often grappling with challenging relationships, feeling stuck in unconscious patterns, or navigating the complexities of loss, pain, or shame.

My work is grounded in psychoanalysis, existential therapy, IFS, and liberation psychology.

I also specialize in neurodevelopmental assessment and have expertise in autism testing.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kobie-Blair Morgan

Kobie-Blair Morgan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Verona, NJ


“Purpose-driven and passionate about helping people and organizations maximize their potential, over the past 20 years Kobie has successfully provided counseling, coaching, consulting, and leadership services...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Perera

Jennifer Perera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Springfield, NJ


“Maternal mental health and wellness is very near and dear to me and I am passionate about helping parents find their joy again.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nadege Zebaze

Nadege Zebaze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Livingston, NJ


“My background in both primary care and psychiatric mental health allows me to take a whole-person approach to treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Cliff Hamilton

Dr. Cliff Hamilton

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Livingston, NJ


“I'm a goal-focused clinician that likes to set objective benchmarks in how you are progressing while you are under my care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Claudette Blake

Dr. Claudette Blake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Mountainside, NJ


Dr. Claudette L Blake, DNP, APRN, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in psychiatry, oncology, correctional health, geriatric care, and healthcare leadership. Her broad professional experiences strengthen her clinical perspective and decision making. Together, your mental health becomes the priority.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shira Freudenberger

Dr. Shira Freudenberger

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • Passaic, NJ


“My goal is to help you cope with any of life's challenges so that you can lead a healthier and more fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Annette Calderin

Annette Calderin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Cranford, NJ


“I am looking to help empower individuals to take an active role in their personal growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

About our therapists located within 20 miles of Newark, NJ who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Newark, NJ
There are over 98 therapists in Newark, NJ accepting new patients.
98+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 81%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 79%Cigna
  • 78%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 53%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 3%French
  • 3%Hindi
  • 3%Korean
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 30%Man
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 27%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 19%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 27%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy

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