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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.
“Using a blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I work collaboratively with my clients to explore their unique experiences and harness their inner strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families to develop tools they can use to heal and improve their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I am specially passionate about helping millennial women through life transitions, grief and loss, exploring family dynamics, identifying your inner child(ren) and overcoming depression and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to foster a warm and nonjudgemental environment where you feel free to be your most authentic self.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
I am nonjudgmental and open-minded
I approach the conversations without preconceived notions or judgements
I encourage openness and honesty
Let the clients know that they can speak freely and their honesty is appreciated and important
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm compassionate, non-judgmental and truly start where they are and support them in developing or enhancing skills that help them reach their therapeutic goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe there is no one "right" way to heal, so I offer multiple pathways—talking, movement, art-making, and body-based practices—to meet you where you are.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I think it is important for the people I work with to take away from sessions a better understanding of themselves and ways to make their life more satisfying.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“I believe that optimal mental health is a journey and I enjoy supporting my clients through this journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My style is professional, warm, down-to-earth, and interactive. I have been in therapy myself and can appreciate what it's like to be on both sides of the couch (or screen in this case)!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a music therapist, I believe music can deepen our sense of connection to ourselves and to the world, helping us gain insights to live a more fulfilled life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with a background in community mental health and school-based mental health. I’ve had the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating a wide range of challenges. My professional experience has shaped the way I practice today: with compassion, honesty, curiosity, and a genuine belief that all people are capable of change. I earned my Master of Social Work from Fordham University and I have continued to build my clinical knowledge and skills through training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma Informed Care, Strengths-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, self-esteem, life transitions, relationships, parenting, stress, trauma, and school-related stress or adolescents/parents.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we just want to be understood while also developing the tools to cope with and overcome personal challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect to be supported, without judgment and free to discuss their feelings and insecurities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I value the importance of a comprehensive psychiatric assessment and collaborating with clients/parents/families/teachers/mental health providers to understand the client, his/her strengths and needs in the context of his/her family, taking into...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy is to affirm clients in their experiences and be a source of guidance in seeking change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative approach with my clients and generally use Motivational interviewing, CBT, Narrative therapy, Solution-focused therapy and Family Systems Therapy depending on clients presenting issues and goals in therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I develop a trusting relationship with my clients so they feel safe as they build coping skills to deal with strong emotions, conflicts and difficult memories.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I can assist in offering a compassionate approach to listening and supporting you with a variety of education & skill development; depending on your identified needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hi, I'm Cynthia! I became a therapist because I believe every person carries strengths they haven't fully met yet. With 10 years of experience, I work with adults navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, and pressures of everyday life. My goal isn't just to help you cope; it's to help you feel genuinely clearer, stronger, and more at home in yourself. I create a space where safety comes first and your story is heard without judgement. If you're ready to take the next step, I'd love to work with you.
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe the therapeutic relationship is vital to the recovery process and therapy is meant to help you learn how to help yourself in an environment you feel safe in.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide a space that promotes personal growth and resilience. My goal is to provide the tools necessary to empower my clients to make lasting positive change...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
True healing isn't just about managing symptoms — it's about addressing the whole person.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that lasting stability and happiness require working on three levels: your physical experience, your emotional patterns, and your spiritual wellbeing. When all three are addressed together, real change becomes possible.
I work with clients to identify what's getting in the way of the life they want — and build the tools, insight, and coping strategies to actually get there.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about helping clients with emotional growth, behavioral changes, and self-actualization.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I work extensively with LGBTQIA+ individuals, couples, and families, particularly during periods of transition, exploration, and change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My therapeutic approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals, utilizing evidence-based techniques and personalized strategies to foster growth, healing, and resilience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I have over 25 years of experience in the behavioral health field and offer specialized services for personal development, and professional/corporate coaching and training, parent training, codependency, creating and enforcing boundaries, social and...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My treatment approach is to support the mind and body of each individual while utilizing the most modern approaches to neuropsychiatry, psychotherapy, and medication management...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect me to approach them with curiosity, open-mindedness, and a desire to understand their unique histories and what is bringing them to therapy at this time.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Working in crisis settings has taught me how to remain calm, grounded, and compassionate, even when life feels overwhelming.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“In my over 15 years of experience, my work has focused on helping children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, bullying, self-esteem issues, loneliness, social-emotional, and learning challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I offer clients a supportive partnership where together, we can explore the issues of concern, the factors that are currently creating obstacles to growth so that clients can take steps towards change that works for them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I see therapy as being in the passenger seat with the road map, and you tell me what the destination is.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am passionate about helping clients increase their self-awareness and recognize their inner strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I see therapy as a collaborative process where you are the expert on your life, and my role is to help guide, support, and empower you as you reconnect with your sense of safety and self-trust.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a warm and humorous approach to create a safe and unbiased space & use treatment that is specific to the individual.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My experience spans various healthcare settings, including telepsychiatry, behavioral health services, state hospitals, and correctional facilities...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I want to help you to improve your quality of life, motivate you to grow and empower you to be better.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goals with clients is to identify their strengths and work with them to improve areas of their lives which are problemmatic.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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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
198+
Average years in practice
11 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 90%Aetna
- 63%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 62%Cigna
- 52%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 38%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
- 98%English
- 12%Spanish
- 5%French
- 5%Russian
- 4%Hebrew
How they see their clients
- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only
Provider gender
- 73%Woman
- 25%Man
- 2%Non-binary
License types
- 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 19%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 18%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Licensed Psychoanalyst
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 28%Family therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
- 23%Child or adolescent therapy
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