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Grief counselors and therapists in Asheville, NC

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Asheville, NC

Processing grief and loss in Asheville is deeply personal. Headway connects you with 1,861 licensed therapists who specialize in bereavement support, complicated grief treatment, and meaning-making after loss. Whether you're coping with the death of a loved one or navigating anticipatory grief, find compassionate care through flexible virtual or in-person sessions with providers trained in evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Complicated Grief Treatment.

Margaret Shirley

Margaret Shirley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a compassionate, person-centered approach to therapy... tailoring each session to meet your unique needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marion Hart

Marion Hart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I attended the University of South Carolina, served in the United States Air Force.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Adrianna Wilson

Adrianna Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a genuine, compassionate, and nonjudgmental therapist who truly values the strength it takes to seek support.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christina Collins

Dr. Christina Collins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, and welcome. My name is Christina. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, I have called North Carolina my home for most of my life. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and Certified Career Services Provider with extensive experience in helping people like you navigate life’s challenges. Since becoming a counselor in 2009, I have had the privilege of working with adults facing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, family dynamics, and transitions in life and work.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Hensley

Laura Hensley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • North Carolina


“My holistic approach integrates EMDR with various creative therapies to help you unlock your potential and achieve profound personal growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Ring

Tiffany Ring

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I see counseling as a special connection between a therapist and a client. It's all about building trust through genuine empathy, openness, and a safe, non-judgmental space.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Priscilla Sweitzer

Priscilla Sweitzer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic style is collaborative, nonjudgmental, and rooted in the belief that each person has the capacity for growth and resilience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hali Calcutt

Hali Calcutt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I also work with parents who feel stretched too thin and men who were never taught how to talk about what's really going on.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Raheem Forsythe

Raheem Forsythe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic approach involves recognizing internal strengths and resourcefulness within each individual.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Dolan

Michael Dolan

Therapist

Virtual • Brevard, NC


“I successfully work with clients suffering a spectrum of debilitating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tessa Moore

Tessa Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a collaborator and supporter to my clients, my approach is solution focused, active listening, validating and task centered...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Casey Smith

Casey Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is for you to see yourself, recognize your strengths, and understand that each step is progress.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dorothy Griffith

Dorothy Griffith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a "tomboy" at heart! I love motorcycles, dogs, horses, the beach, running, and live music. But are we a good therapy match? You decide- AAS-Agribusiness, BSW-Social Work, MSW-Social Work. Work History: 8 years in Public Health, 5 years in Child Welfare, 2 years in Caregiving, 2 years in Developmental Disabilities, 8 years in Mental Health. Did I mention that I worked for DuPont for 10 years before going back to school for social work? I have a strong work ethic-that means I give you 100%.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Meghann Roberts-Clawson

Meghann Roberts-Clawson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Sessions with me feel like a conversation, not a clinical exercise. You'll always feel heard, never judged.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Janelle Stitt

Janelle Stitt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“Healing your mind, redirecting your thoughts, regulating your emotions and not operating in your thoughts and emotions takes work and I am here to get you to your place of healing and wholeness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carla Moore-McNeil

Carla Moore-McNeil

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strenghts that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Nailling

Elizabeth Nailling

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a predominantly Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) approach, which provides plenty of tools and freedom to tailor therapy to your specific needs and preferences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Taylor Toothman

Taylor Toothman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wanda Schubarth

Wanda Schubarth

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, especially if you’ve experienced trauma, toxic relationships, or emotional pain that keeps resurfacing. It can feel overwhelming trying to move forward while still carrying the weight of the past. You don’t have to do this alone. I provide a supportive space where you can begin to understand your story, break free from old patterns, and move toward a more peaceful, meaningful, and purpose-driven life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Sturdivant

Kimberly Sturdivant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I pride myself on building a therapeutic alliance with my clients... a warm, positive therapeutic rapport.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Atwater

Brittany Atwater

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The goal is to understand how you show up in the world, your personal goals and motivate & provide you with individualized tools to grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Monique Boyd

Monique Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I will assist you with identifying your needs, reclaiming your power, and discovering your purpose through healing and insight.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alisha Sumter

Alisha Sumter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Life has a way of changing us, sometimes in ways we never expected. My passion is helping people navigate those moments with compassion, clarity, and confidence.

As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), I believe healing isn't about becoming someone new—it's about reconnecting with the person you've always been beneath the stress, pain, burnout, or life transitions.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelming stress, relationship challenges, grief, substance use recovery, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be yourself. You don't have to have all the answers before you walk through my door.

My clients often describe me as genuine, compassionate, easy to talk to, and someone who isn't afraid to bring a little humor into the healing process. I believe therapy can be both meaningful and approachable. Sometimes the most powerful moments happen after we've laughed together.

Above all, I want you to know this:

You don't have to navigate life's journey alone.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kim Guercio

Kim Guercio

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space and time for you to explore your experiences and challenges in order to make positive changes in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karen Brown

Karen Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to provide a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chantel Washington-Mbuthia

Chantel Washington-Mbuthia

Therapist

Virtual • Apex, NC


“I offer a trustworthy, respectful partnership combined with a warm and accepting personality that fosters growth in my clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Smeeta Bhatta

Smeeta Bhatta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach combines evidence-based treatment with genuine compassion and respect for your unique journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Candice Halley

Candice Halley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The therapeutic approach emphasizes understanding each client's unique needs and creating a supportive environment where they can explore challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve personal growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
De'Lisa Hill

De'Lisa Hill

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


"Welcome to my virtual couch—where breath steadies, the heart softens, and the journey unfolds, I am De'Lisa Hill, let’s walk it together.” Here, your story is met with compassion, curiosity, and clinical wisdom. Together, we’ll revive what’s been withered, rebuild what’s been worn down, reveal what’s been hidden beneath the surface, and move toward restoration with intention.

For more than 18 years, I have walked with adolescents (16-20), adults (21-90), couples, and leaders through seasons of transition, healing, and rebuilding. My approach blends clinical precision with deep compassion. Clients describe my presence as grounding, clarifying, and restorative — a space where they can exhale, be fully seen, and begin again without shame or pressure.

I help you untangle the internal knots created by stress, trauma, relational ruptures, identity confusion, and life transitions. Whether you’re navigating emotional overwhelm, burnout, marital/couples' strain, spiritual fatigue, or the quiet ache of feeling “stuck,” my role is to help you reconnect with your clarity, your agency, and your capacity to thrive.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nicole Paryz

Nicole Paryz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a collaborative approach to work through your thoughts and feelings and their impact on your behavior, mood, self-esteem and interpersonal relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Brown

Michelle Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My work integrates unconditional positive regard as well as pychodymanic insight with practice tools from CBT, ACT, and polyvagal theory while also utilizing somatic approaches that help each person reconnect to their body's own wisdom.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Latresha Crumpler

Latresha Crumpler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe every person has the ability to grow, and I strive to create a supportive, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shurna Rabsatt

Shurna Rabsatt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about empowering people to find their inner strength and build healthier more fulfilling lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Davis-Perry

Laura Davis-Perry

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Being able to sit down and work through the issues that arise in life with someone can be beneficial to successfully rebounding and moving forward.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Ross

Lauren Ross

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I feel privileged that clients trust me with their story. My goal in working with clients is that they reach their own goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Katherine Freiman-Fox

Dr. Katherine Freiman-Fox

Psychologist

Virtual • Hillsborough, NC


“I'm collaborative in working with clients. I'm not going to let you flounder. If I see something that might be helpful, I will share it!”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maggie Taylor

Maggie Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe connection and vulnerability take courage. Life is hard. Through the power of sharing your story with myself as a passenger in your journey, we can make life feel less like you are losing the battle and more like you are the hero in your...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashley Jones

Ashley Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical, existential and compassion focused therapy, with a focus on mindful body and emotion awareness...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. J'haria Dallas

Dr. J'haria Dallas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and real. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Asheville, NC
There are over 28 therapists in Asheville, NC accepting new patients.
28+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 100%Depression
  • 93%Anxiety
  • 89%Trauma
  • 82%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 89%Aetna
  • 82%Cigna
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 61%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 61%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 29%Man
License types
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  • 61%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Substance Use Disorder
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 14%Couples therapy

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