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Grief counselors and therapists in Buffalo, NY

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Buffalo, NY

Grieving a loss in Buffalo? Headway connects you with 5,423 licensed therapists offering grief counseling and bereavement support through proven approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment. Access virtual or in-person sessions with compassionate providers who specialize in helping you process death, loss, and anticipatory grief.

Brooks Denton-Zimmerman

Brooks Denton-Zimmerman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“My work affirming, social justice–oriented, and grounded in the belief that symptoms are adaptive responses rather than disorders to be fixed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Beal

Michele Beal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“As a certified EMDR therapist with training in somatic and parts work, I help individuals process adverse experiences, including trauma and dissociation, that may be impacting their current lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elisabeth Burn

Elisabeth Burn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I am passionate about working with clients who have experienced trauma and supporting clients in making meaning from these events, while forging a new perspective and identifying skills and strategies to manage their symptoms.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Caroline Horrigan-Maurer

Caroline Horrigan-Maurer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“As a trauma-focused therapist, I help individuals understand and reshape their relationship with stress.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Henry Rawlins

Heather Henry Rawlins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“All people have a deep well of resources for healing and growth within them that life experiences and the noisy world cover up.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Alia Cross

Alia Cross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I've been on both sides of "the therapy couch", as a survivor/thriver with Bipolar I Disorder & as a LMHC.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michael Guerin

Michael Guerin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“It is my belief that we have an innate ability to be resilient at times in which our lens may become scratched, foggy, or even cracked.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Siclari

Elizabeth Siclari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Amherst, NY


“My style is warm, direct, and deeply attuned. I integrate EMDR, trauma‐focused therapy, IFS/parts work, and expressive arts therapy...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittany Manchester

Brittany Manchester

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Amherst, NY


“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
Richard Rutherford

Richard Rutherford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • West Seneca, NY


“Clients feel empowered after sessions with me. Clients are the experts in their own lives and will determine their own course of treatment by developing their own treatment plan goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hilary Grooms

Hilary Grooms

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I believe meaningful change happens when compassion is paired with insight and personal responsibility.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Borow

Jamie Borow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • West Seneca, NY


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, where your goals, strengths, and pace guide our work together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Holly McCarty

Holly McCarty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Tonawanda, NY


“I specialize in mental health and behavioral health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, ADHD, and oppositional defiant disorder...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abigail Nunn

Abigail Nunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Tonawanda, NY


“At the heart of my practice as a holistic trauma therapist is the belief that everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and encouraged...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jola Dzierzynska

Jola Dzierzynska

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Amherst, NY


“As a counselor, I utilize cognitive, behavioral as well as humanistic, existential & Jungian perspectives to serve my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Volpe

Michelle Volpe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I specialize in working with children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, ODD, ADHD, bipolar infertility, and much more.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Todd

Eric Todd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I take a nonjudgmental approach that balances an appreciation for who you are and the challenges you are facing along with a compassionate push for change and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joseph Kemp

Joseph Kemp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I bring over 15 years of experience helping children, adults, and couples with trauma, & relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jill Lyons

Jill Lyons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Amherst, NY


“I provide a comforting, safe space which allows for growth, empowerment, and change in the lives of clients.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Hilliker

Kimberly Hilliker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“My therapeutic approach is interactive, practical and down to earth. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic relationship with a foundation of trust.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Brautlacht

Megan Brautlacht

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Amherst, NY


“Life brings us too much to do it alone - let me provide you with a safe and supportive place where we can work together on addressing your struggles and develop skills to move forward.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Sabatowski

Sarah Sabatowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I am a Certified EMDR clinician(trauma focused care). I will vary approaches used based on the needs of the clients I work with...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Panic disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ann Frank

Ann Frank

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Hamburg, NY


“Therapy is not always easy but clients often leave sessions saying they feel hopeful, relieved, and/or validated.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jean Bennett

Jean Bennett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Lancaster, NY


“I pride myself on being genuine, keeping things simple, and making people comfortable in the therapy process.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Courtney Kadish-Smith

Courtney Kadish-Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Orchard Park, NY


My name is Courtney Kadish-Smith and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have worked in both mental health and addiction throughout my career. I have a passion for therapy and at the end of the day I am aware this is not an easy thing to commit too. Exploring into ourselves and working to get better is something that takes courage. I applaud you for reaching out in the first place and now we can take the step together towards making your life better.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Pfeffer

Amy Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Amherst, NY


“I help to empower my clients to resolve issues, achieve growth, and respond to challenges in a healthy way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Paul Hurley

Paul Hurley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Williamsville, NY


If you’re feeling stuck in anxiety, depression, trauma, school stress, or family conflict, therapy can be a place to feel understood and start making meaningful change. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I support clients in building coping skills, improving confidence, and finding practical ways to manage everyday challenges.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Wojtaszek

Kristen Wojtaszek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Brittany Jordon

Brittany Jordon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Williamsville, NY


“I take a trauma-informed and person-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each client's unique experiences, strengths, and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lauren Lutey

Lauren Lutey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“I balance compassion with gentle challenge—supporting you while also helping you recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Erin Heald

Erin Heald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • North Tonawanda, NY


“I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, sensory stress, life transitions, ADHD, and autistic individuals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Barbara Roba

Barbara Roba

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Williamsville, NY


“I work closely with families throughout our time together and believe that change happens when parents are part of the therapy process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lindsey Draper

Lindsey Draper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Hamburg, NY


“I will tailor my therapeutic technique to you. It is my job to listen, learn about your individual situation and provide you with the tools, techniques or resources to help; whether through psychoeducation, dialogue, coaching, or homework.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Sean O'Dell

Dr. Sean O'Dell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Buffalo, NY


Hi there! I'm Dr. Sean. I help people break out of vicious cycles and build a life they love to live.

I work with individuals from birth to age 30, and their families. My specialty is treating ADHD and other complex issues for which help is often hard to find.

In addition to my doctoral training, I completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Geisinger in pediatric psychology (2014). I am a licensed psychologist in PA and NY.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kendra Choinski

Kendra Choinski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lancaster, NY


“My background in emergency medicine allows me to approach complex situations with calm, clarity, and clinical expertise.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cassidy French

Cassidy French

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Buffalo, NY


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I use evidence-based practices like CBT, Mindfulness, and DBT with a trauma-informed lens.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michael Robb

Michael Robb

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Hamburg, NY


I have a wide variety of experiences that I can draw upon to help you. I really enjoy helping clients become the best version of themselves! I can work with any and all issues that you might be experiencing.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristine Sokolofsky

Kristine Sokolofsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Alden, NY


Born and raised in WNY, attended SUNY Buffalo, obtaining my bachelor's in psychology and master's in Social Work there.

I enjoy working with people of all ages who are striving to move through and process the difficult life experiences, changes and transitions we all experience such as grief & loss, divorce, trauma, addictions of all kinds, parenting and behavioral problems in children and adolescents.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dawn Gayadeen

Dawn Gayadeen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Lockport, NY


“I am passionate about empowering and helping people achieve their goals in a safe, non-judgmental, confidential environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaleb Colosimo

Kaleb Colosimo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rochester, NY


Welcome - I'm so glad you're here! I know finding a therapist can be daunting, but it is so worth it when you find someone you can trust. Whether you are navigating a new challenge life has thrown at you or are choosing to tackle a longstanding problem, I would be honored to be part of your team. Clients from all walks of life are welcome. I value clients' diversity and aim to treat each individual as holistically as possible. If you are looking to grow yourself and your relationships into the best that they can be, I would love to meet with you and accompany you on that journey.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Buffalo, NY
There are over 39 therapists in Buffalo, NY accepting new patients.
39+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 92%Depression
  • 87%Trauma
  • 85%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Oxford
  • 51%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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