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Grief counselors and therapists in Brooklyn, NY

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Brooklyn, NY

Losing someone changes everything, and Brooklyn's vibrant neighborhoods deserve compassionate support. Headway's network of 5,576 providers specializes in grief therapy, bereavement counseling, and trauma recovery—offering flexible virtual or in-person sessions to help you process death, loss of a loved one, and unresolved grief at your own pace.

Haydee M. Cerezo

Haydee M. Cerezo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • New York, NY


Great to meet you!

My name is Haydee Cerezo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a trained psychotherapist with specialization in treatment for depression, anxiety, grief/loss and life transitions. With 20 years of experience, I understand that seeking help can be challenging and takes courage. Congratulations on taking the first step. Prioritizing one's mental health can lead to a happier and stable life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Dalton

Meghan Dalton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I incorporate mindfulness skills to facilitate meaningful explorations of the past, as well as how to return to one's present moment resources.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roomana Qayyum

Dr. Roomana Qayyum

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • New York, NY


I am a psychiatrist with years of further training and experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I treat a wide array of issues, ranging from anxiety, depression, grief, problems in intimate relationships, and chronic dissatisfaction to a general sense of malaise. I also work with patients who are experiencing confusion about their feelings and an inability to make important decisions, and who thereby feel stuck and unable to move forward. In addition, I help patients going through a crisis or a life transition that may lead to an increased burden of demands requiring change.

I work with patients to help them recount and revisit their life's story and create a new narrative that works better for them. In that spirit, I don't give overt advice, instructions, or quick solutions, but instead encourage them to arrive at their own solutions after carefully exploring the roots of their current problems.

I have a judicious approach to prescribing medications when warranted to support the work of therapy.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jorge Alvarenga

Dr. Jorge Alvarenga

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • New York, NY


“My goal is to help you understand yourself better, to explore what brings you joy, as well as sorrow, and to support you in making the changes you desire to reach your life goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Ms.  Juliet Ucelli

Ms. Juliet Ucelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • New York, NY


I've worked successfully with race-and class-diverse, LGBT and straight clients from teens to seniors. Many are new to NYC or in other life transitions. Clients come with anxiety, identity issues, relationship or work problems, trouble managing anger...My style is warm yet analytical, and interactive. I encourage laughter! I find that people want to understand themselves, break free from self-damaging patterns, and live more fully--and joyfully.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Xiaofeng Koswatta

Xiaofeng Koswatta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • New York, NY


“It takes great courage to seek help. I strive to create a trusting, holding environment for my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jonathan Green

Jonathan Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • New York, NY


“My work is rooted in the belief that symptoms like anxiety, depression, or confusion about identity are not signs of something "wrong" with you, but signals pointing toward deeper parts of yourself that are asking to be understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicolas Garrera-Tolbert

Dr. Nicolas Garrera-Tolbert

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Long Island City, NY


“Psychoanalysis, as I understand it, is a theory and a practice specifically designed and adequately equipped to address the causes of useless suffering and bring about subjective change that, ideally, root it out.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Clark

Elizabeth Clark

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • New York, NY


“I have an engaging and direct style, and seek to be a warm, consistent and supportive presence in my clients' lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Dr. Morteza Modarres Gharavi

Dr. Morteza Modarres Gharavi

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is deeply informed by psychoanalytic thinking. I recognize that present struggles often stem from unconscious conflicts, early experiences, and intergenerational dynamics.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Zezima

Carolyn Zezima

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • New York, NY


“I work to help you uncover the unconscious conflicts that drive these painful feelings and are the barrier to lasting progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Warren

Amy Warren

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • New York, NY


“Self-compassion can help us heal and cope with traumatic experiences, self-defeating behaviors, and overwhelming life transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Spear

Diane Spear

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • New York, NY


“I use a psychodynamic approach, which means we address your background and childhood to understand how you got to this point in your life...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Melissa "Kate" McIntosh

Dr. Melissa "Kate" McIntosh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and creative arts therapist drawn to working with people who live, love, and process the world deeply—especially those in creative fields or on creative paths.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valery Yezersky

Valery Yezersky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration, discovery, and healing. By utilizing unconditional positive acceptance, my goal is to help clients add to their social and emotional knowledge so they can navigate through difficulties in ways that foster self-esteem, well-being, and growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sara Kaplan

Dr. Sara Kaplan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“As a psychologist, I strive to form genuine relationships with my clients where they feel safe, heard, and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Wolfe

Lisa Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


“I see therapy as a collaborative process—a safe, protected environment where recurring patterns, self-defeating thoughts, and emotional blind spots can be noticed without judgment and understood with greater clarity.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Melanie Marin

Melanie Marin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychoanalyst in the Flatiron District of New York who specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, complex trauma, women's issues, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. I enjoy working with adults of all ages who seek to understand and overcome self-defeating patterns, access inner resources and strengths, and connect to a deeper sense of self.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andi Khoo-Miller

Andi Khoo-Miller

Therapist

In-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


“I believe we're all shaped by the many experiences, relationships, and challenges we've carried throughout our lives, and these influences show up in how we cope with stress today.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rob Fierstein

Rob Fierstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


“My work integrates psychodynamic understanding with mindfulness-based approaches to identify patterns, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen self-reliance.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Molly Castelloe

Dr. Molly Castelloe

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


I graduated from Duke University and received my PhD at New York University. I trained at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis and the Institute for Expressive Analysis. I've been immersed in psychodynamic treatment for years working with people of diverse ages & backgrounds struggling with trauma, depression, substance abuse, sexual difficulties, relationships problems, women's issues, among other concerns. For more information please see: www.mollycastelloe.com

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Sandra Lugo

Dr. Sandra Lugo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


“An essential feature of this approach is that a person and the therapist develop a unique and trusting relationship.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Cruise

Andrew Cruise

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • New York, NY


“I believe in a two pronged therapeutic approach, firstly building insight around your patterns and then using that knowledge to help you create change in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Beatrice @ Love & Kindness Wellness Services

Beatrice @ Love & Kindness Wellness Services

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I believe healing happens in relationship — with ourselves, our communities, our ancestors, and the land.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nia Walters

Nia Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is grounded in helping clients develop a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Mariam Ayvazyan

Mariam Ayvazyan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“Mariam uses a variety of approaches depending on the client's needs. EMDR, CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy and IFS are the main theories used in sessions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alexa Montemayor

Alexa Montemayor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“Alexa offers a warm, collaborative, and deeply personalized approach that helps clients better understand themselves, heal underlying wounds, and create lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andie Reyes.

Andie Reyes.

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


Hello, Welcome and Thank You for visiting my page– If your struggling with Depression , Anxiety, Anger, Low self-esteem or if you are going through a Divorce or in a cycle of unhealthy turbulent dysfunctional friendships, partnerships, or just struggling with maintaining balance in your life,

Well' you’re in the right place. It would be my privilege and pleasure to assist you in the process of getting you to a healthier and HAPPIER YOU!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Brooke Langford

Brooke Langford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“I am committed to helping clients learn new skills to build stronger, healthier relationships, increase emotional expression, and gain confidence with themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Kim Gele

Dr. Kim Gele

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“My goal is to help you resolve the issues that bring you to therapy and get to the root of these issues so they don't recur in the future.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Teshera Russell

Teshera Russell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“By integrating trauma-informed psychodynamic therapy, we will uncover the underlying causes of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alison Cunningham-Goldberg

Alison Cunningham-Goldberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


If this is your first time seeking therapy, or if you have been in therapy before you are welcome here.

I have years of clinical experience specializing in Trauma, Relationship Issues, as well as individuals with ADD/ADHD and individuals with Asperger's Syndrome. In addition to having a master's degree in Art Therapy from Pratt Institute, I have postgraduate training in Psychodynamic-Psychoanalytical Therapy, working with children and teens. Dance/Movement Therapy, and Drs. John and Julie Gottman Method. I have years of experience utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaiah David

Isaiah David

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“Psychoanalysis is a long-term engagement with the unconscious which aims for fundamental and transformational changes in one's experience of the world by means of dialogue with one's conflicting desires.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Ricks

Jocelyn Ricks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • New York, NY


As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, I am a firm believer in the importance of taking care of your mental health. I have worked with individuals, families, and groups of all ages, supporting clients through concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, identity exploration, and life transitions.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcela Torres-Noguera

Marcela Torres-Noguera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • New York, NY


“I believe that clients' beliefs, needs and life experiences shape and guide their therapeutic goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gregory Sandler

Gregory Sandler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • New York, NY


“During many years of providing therapy, I developed integrative and comprehensive approach reflecting client's unique personality traits.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Julia Mooney

Julia Mooney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • New York, NY


“I know firsthand the vulnerability of sitting on the couch. I also know the relief that comes from saying hard things in a shared space and feeling seen.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lamisa Rab

Lamisa Rab

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • New York, NY


“She believes that establishing a respectful, warm, and genuine relationship between the therapist and client is vital to fostering growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andi Kornfeld

Andi Kornfeld

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • Katonah, NY


“I believe that growth occurs in an atmosphere of respect, compassion and a belief in the human capacity for healing, change and reparation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kelda Nelson

Kelda Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • New York, NY


I’ve been honored to be providing Creative Arts Therapy within New York State for over 16 years. Collaboratively creating a reliable and insightful therapeutic realm where you feel safe to explore, process and self reflect is a primary part of my practice. Honing into your ever complexities with purpose and analytical connectedness is key to my therapeutic approach.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Brooklyn, NY
There are over 198 therapists in Brooklyn, NY accepting new patients.
198+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 90%Aetna
  • 63%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 62%Cigna
  • 52%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 38%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 5%French
  • 5%Russian
  • 4%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 25%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 19%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 18%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Psychoanalyst
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy

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