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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 2,574 providers use evidence-based modalities including Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support your journey toward healing.

Christopher Ross

Christopher Ross

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My primary objective is to create a safe and healing environment that promotes a cooperative therapeutic relationship to explore goals and ways of reaching them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brian Laguatan

Brian Laguatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your treatment journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Perez

Laura Perez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I help people slow down, breathe again, and reconnect with the parts of themselves they've had to silence just to get through the day.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Intisar Ibrahim

Dr. Intisar Ibrahim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ


“My approach to treatment is collaborative and individualized, guided by clinical effectiveness and each client's unique response to care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Dumebi Oforah

Dr. Dumebi Oforah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to providing care is grounded in a patient-centered philosophy that prioritizes each individual's unique needs and values.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jillian Higbee

Jillian Higbee

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with teens, young adults, and middle-aged adults on a variety of concerns, including anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I also have a special interest in supporting clients with eating disorders, body image, and body positivity, including HAES approaches, and offer family-based support when helpful. I aim to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Geralda Gelus-Jules

Dr. Geralda Gelus-Jules

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • East Orange, NJ


Hi, my name is Geralda Gelus-Jules, DNP, PMHNP-BC, and I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I work with adults and young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, mood changes, and life stressors.

My style is warm, down-to-earth, and supportive. I believe healing happens when you feel truly heard, respected, and never judged. Together, we will explore what you are going through, identify patterns, and build a plan that may include medication, coping skills, lifestyle changes, and referrals for therapy when needed.

As a nurse practitioner, I combine medical knowledge with a holistic view of you as a whole person—mind, body, culture, family, and environment. My goal is to help you feel more stable, hopeful, and in control of your life again.

I am currently accepting new clients and would be honored to support you on your mental health journey.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bayowa Ajidahun

Bayowa Ajidahun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ewing Township, NJ


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be open about your struggles and feel supported in taking the next steps forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shany Shaji

Shany Shaji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to provide a comfortable, warm, and non-judgemental space for my clients where they can express their thoughts and emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yendi Gabay

Yendi Gabay

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Paramus, NJ


“I prioritize creating a calm, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and actively involved in their treatment decisions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Rivituso

Amy Rivituso

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I help empower clients to make decisions based on their own morals and values, and feel more confident, competent, content in their daily lives!”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Herbert Parsi, MS, Lcadc

Herbert Parsi, MS, Lcadc

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work collaboratively with clients to identify barriers, strengthen coping skills, and develop practical strategies that support long-term stability and personal growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Litzsey

Carla Litzsey

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My counseling approach is integrative in which I draw from various counseling modalities to suit each unique client.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Blondina Kovacevic

Blondina Kovacevic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Piscataway, NJ


“My passion for mental health is deeply personal, and I take great pride in my work, paying close attention to detail.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Troy Heckert

Dr. Troy Heckert

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide a warm, professional approach to therapy with a focus on creating a safe place where we can work together to reduce symptoms and increase emotional strength.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brian Gadinski

Brian Gadinski

Therapist

Virtual • Wildwood, NJ


“I work with individuals to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Christopher Rushton

Christopher Rushton

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Most people don't start therapy because life is going well. They start because something hit hard—a trauma, betrayal, loss, burnout, panic, or a moment when the life they built suddenly stops working.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Direct
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sandy Amin

Sandy Amin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in offering integrative therapy, particularly adept at supporting individuals of all ages who have experienced trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Kelly

Julia Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is warm, energetic, and adaptable, rooted in evidence-based practices such as CBT and DBT, while always tailoring treatment to meet each client's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keyonne Spencer

Keyonne Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Like an artist with a palette of therapeutic techniques, We tailor our sessions to fit your unique needs, fostering a space where vulnerability becomes strength and pain transforms into resilience.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Steve Nisbet,LCSWR

Steve Nisbet,LCSWR

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm, attentive, and collaborative, with a healthy dose of humor—because therapy should feel human, not clinical.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yajaira Escobedo

Yajaira Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Yajaira has substantial training in finding the root cause of mental health conditions instead of settling with medication that does not heal but puts a band aid to the issue.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tahira Santana

Tahira Santana

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to provide the tools and support you need to find the balance and relief you seek.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Harpreet Kaur

Harpreet Kaur

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Plainfield, NJ


As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), I provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to individuals receiving inpatient and outpatient services through Rutgers Behavioral Health. I work with patients navigating a wide range of mental health challenges, with a focus on individualized, compassionate treatment. My goal is to help you achieve symptom relief, strengthen resilience, and move toward a more stable and fulfilling life aligned with your personal goals

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Qinqin Xu

Qinqin Xu

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“By establishing a nurturing rapport, I strive to create a safe and warm space for you to heal and grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lisa DiPietropolo

Lisa DiPietropolo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mount Holly, NJ


“My approach is rooted in empathy and respect, and I strive to ensure that all patients feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their healing journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heidi Cosmi-Godau

Heidi Cosmi-Godau

Therapist

Virtual • West Milford, NJ


“I am a warm, supportive and affirming therapist who helps clients manage the difficulties in life and create goals to improve it.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Libby Black

Dr. Libby Black

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am licensed in New York with over 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. My website is DrLibbyBlack.com

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Doreen Marie Pontius

Dr. Doreen Marie Pontius

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi, I’m Doreen Pontius, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 23 years of experience. I have advanced degrees in Psychology and Social Work, and my doctorate focused on how Mindfulness can help people connect with themselves. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, and together we’ll explore your strengths, set meaningful goals, and work at your pace in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erika Kislyanov

Erika Kislyanov

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I've been a therapist since 2015, and as a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to help you identify your strengths...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Fumosa

Michelle Fumosa

Therapist

Virtual • Fairfield, NJ


“With nine years of experience in the field, I have worked extensively with individuals facing substance use challenges and co-occurring mental health conditions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Lamendola

Benjamin Lamendola

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“For over 6 years, I have served as the lead therapist in an early intervention program for young adults and adolescents at risk for psychosis.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Claudio

Kimberly Claudio

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered, always tailored to meet individuals and families where they are while supporting their unique goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Ofori-Denutsui

Esther Ofori-Denutsui

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is warm, welcoming, compassionate, holistic, non-judgmental, and solution-focused, on what works best for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yetunde Bamisile

Yetunde Bamisile

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach emphasizes both mind and body well-being, helping you move away from survival mode and toward a more balanced, fulfilling life where you feel more in control.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shannon Rizzo

Shannon Rizzo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Many women and couples going through infertility, miscarriage, or infant loss feel isolated, emotionally exhausted, and unsure how to talk about what they're carrying.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Pamela Kennebrew

Dr. Pamela Kennebrew

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I support individuals navigating life’s transitions—whether that means marriage, divorce, retirement, relocation, empty nesting, menopause, or simply the quiet realization that life is asking for something new.

My practice is rooted in culturally responsive, client-centered care that honors the full complexity of who you are—not just the labels others may place on you. I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, understood, and supported without judgment.

While I work with individuals from all walks of life, I have a special passion for supporting women of color, particularly those 55 and older, who are redefining themselves in powerful new seasons of life.

You do not have to navigate change alone.

Together, we will work toward the life you are seeking—personally, professionally, and spiritually.

Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leona Nobles-Harrington

Leona Nobles-Harrington

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Blackwood, NJ


MSN, APN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

A Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner provides mental health services for patients from adolescence through adulthood (12-65+). Leona went to Widener University for Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, Walden University for Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and Wilkes University for Post-Masters Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shanida Goggans

Shanida Goggans

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a warm, supportive approach, helping clients gain self-awareness, build emotional resilience, and develop healthy coping strategies.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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