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Grief counselors and therapists in New Jersey


Top grief and loss counseling therapists in New Jersey
Processing grief and loss takes time and support. Headway connects New Jersey residents with 2,826 licensed providers trained in evidence-based grief therapy, including Complicated Grief Treatment and acceptance-based approaches. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and flexible scheduling.
Hello I am Clyde who wants to ensure you receive the best treatment you can, offering treatment in a safe space, nonjudgmental, honest, confidential, timely warm, kind, considerate, professional, ethical, skillful, relevant, current way. Look forward to getting to know you.
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
I am an incredibly empathetic therapist who's joy is to provide a safe space to my clients. I utilize a variety of counseling theories in order to provide services. I am engaging and inquisitive and enjoy invoking humor within the sessions when appropriate.
Stimulants, Suboxone and Benzodiazepines are prescribed in this practice with DEA guidelines. Dr. Padilla is a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the New York tri-state area and has over 30 years of experience in healthcare. He treats children from 6 years old through adulthood, focusing on psychiatric medication management. He specializes in mental health and has extensive experience in the field of psychiatry. Dr. Padilla takes a “start low and go slow” approach to prescribing, paying special attention to medication potency and potential interactions with other medications prescribed by other providers. Dr. Padilla earned his Doctorate in Clinical Practice Nursing from Rutgers University–New Brunswick. He also holds bachelor’s degrees from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and the University of Miami, as well as an associate’s degree from Bergen Community College.
Hi, I’m Sheena Gaddis, LCSW, and I’m so glad you’re here. I earned my Master of Social Work from Fayetteville State University and have over 15 years of experience helping people navigate life’s challenges. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, welcoming space where you can be heard without judgment. I use approaches such as CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you build coping skills, gain clarity, and create meaningful change at your own pace.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trauma-informed professional with more than 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through trauma, crisis, life transitions, and emotional challenges. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, respected, and supported.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, strengths-based, and practical. Using evidence-informed approaches, I help clients develop healthy coping skills, navigate difficult experiences, strengthen relationships, and work toward meaningful goals. You are the expert on your own life, and my role is to support you along the way
Who am I?
I am Shikeena Lynard-Greene MA, NCC, LPC- a counselor, educator, and founder of PACWELLNESS. Clients describe me as calm, encouraging, and very practical. I believe therapy should feel safe, structured, and useful.
If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone.
’m a bilingual (Spanish-English) therapist with over 20 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, emotional challenges, and relationship stress. I also work with teens and children facing behavioral, academic, and emotional concerns.
I hold Master’s degrees in Social Work from NYU and in Clinical Psychology from the Psychiatric Hospital of Caracas. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical—helping you gain clarity, build self-worth, and create healthier, more secure connections.
I believe meaningful change begins with connection. Let’s start there.
About our therapists in New Jersey who help people navigate grief and loss



- 100%Grief or loss
- 99%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 84%Relationship issues

- 99%Aetna
- 87%Cigna
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 73%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 47%United Healthcare

- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 1%Haitian Creole
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Russian

- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online

- 83%Woman
- 17%Man

- 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 11%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 4%Licensed Psychologist
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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