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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.

Jennifer Tisdale

Jennifer Tisdale

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Working somatically with the body, in conjunction with the mind, to find internal balance and peace is a great passion of mine.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cheryl Stampley

Cheryl Stampley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work on establishing a rapport with all my clients so they feel comfortable, heard, accepted, appreciated and validated.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jasmyn Swain

Jasmyn Swain

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am determined to meet my clients where they are and guide them to their goals using Evidence-Based Practices and God's Grace.”
Grief or loss, Depression, End of life care, Stress management
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Faulkenberry

Kevin Faulkenberry

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I have been a Social Worker for 30 years! That's crazy for me to think about because I am not THAT old......and I have learned a lot (about myself) along the way. I have learned that I do like to talk to people more than I let on. I have learned that I can be very patient listener and I give good feedback. And, I have learned that, at some point, we all have to make changes in our lives and that can be scary. I have also learned it's not as scary when we talk about it out loud........just saying.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
James Green

James Green

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I help clients move forward by creating a safe, nonjudgmental space, identifying root patterns, and building practical skills for everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lashaunda Hanna

Lashaunda Hanna

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I operate from a Cognitive-Behavioral approach but I also utilize a multi-modal approach to counseling which is solution focused, holistic, and person-centered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chelsi Steen

Chelsi Steen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you feel seen, empowered, and equipped with tools to live a happier and fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Briana Barrett

Dr. Briana Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create an atmosphere of empathy, authenticity, non-judgment, and empowerment which allows clients to work collaboratively...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Biggers

Dr. Elizabeth Biggers

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My goal as a therapist is to create an atmosphere where it is comfortable to explore both old wounds and current interpersonal dynamics.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Esther Williams

Esther Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I find that I especially bond with women and the unique concerns that we have such as motherhood, body- hormonal changes, career concerns - navigating the work force.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Danielle Jones-Higginbottom

Danielle Jones-Higginbottom

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a licensed clinical social worker who is certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), I am particularly passionate about helping young people and veterans navigate their experiences and traumas. I provide a safe space for you to address both past and present issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and stress. I am committed to making people feel safe and heard. I firmly believe in the power of positive affirmation and the importance of self-care.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Neal

Crystal Neal

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused therapy to help you understand your direction and power.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Howard

Shannon Howard

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring warmth, curiosity, and genuine care into every session. I see therapy as a partnership where you don't have to walk through life's ups and downs alone.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nettie Clarke

Nettie Clarke

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have been working as a therapist for over 12 years. Currently I work with populations across different life spans from ages 6 - 80 years.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Candace Melvin

Candace Melvin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have worked with client from ages 4 - 70 from all walks of life. I specialize in trauma informed care, spiritual christian counseling, and taking elements from geek culture to integrate them into your experience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Seabrooks

Dr. Angela Seabrooks

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I aim to create a safe space for you to process through the challenges surfacing, while ensuring you feel heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Destini Bishop-James

Destini Bishop-James

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Financial Social Worker who helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationships, and major life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where healing and growth can take place. I believe that emotional and financial health are deeply connected, and I help clients build healthier relationships with both themselves and their money. My approach is compassionate, practical, and rooted in empowerment and self-awareness.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pablo Averza

Pablo Averza

Therapist

Virtual • Waynesville, NC


I am a bilingual English/Spanish therapist working with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina, and a National Certified Counselor (NCC).

I earned my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have worked in private practice, community mental health, school-based settings, and with individuals and families facing a wide range of life challenges.

My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and PTSD, relationship and family difficulties, ADHD, life transitions, emotional regulation, parenting concerns, and men's issues. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents and couples, including individuals navigating cultural differences, major life changes, and difficult relationship patterns.

As an Argentinian-American and bilingual clinician, I also understand how culture, family expectations, immigration experiences, and different ways of communicating can influence relationships and emotional well-being.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angel Morgan

Angel Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I actively listen to assist clients to feel good inside and out by gaining insight into feelings of anxiety or depression.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lakesha McNeill

Lakesha McNeill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


Life is full of transitions, and sometimes those changes can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, a major life change, or rebuilding after incarceration, my goal is to provide compassionate, judgment-free care that meets you where you are. I believe treatment should focus on the whole person—not just symptoms. Together we’ll create a plan that supports your mental wellness while helping you build the life you want, with medication management, therapy, and practical resources tailored to your needs.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Heart Wilson

Heart Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a strength-based, person-focused therapist, I seek to cultivate a therapeutic relationship based upon collaboration, unconditional positive regard, and authentic human connection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ruby Mcarthur

Ruby Mcarthur

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As a clinician, I enjoy working with everyone in all phases of life helping in building self-esteem, managing addiction, trauma, self-discovery, medication management, anger management, re-establishing one's dreams/purpose, building/strengthening relationships one has with self, partners or family systems.

I have worked with foster children, young adults, primary care staff and patients, those who struggled with substance abuse in a methadone clinic, provided supervision to non-licensed social workers in the hospital.

I welcome the opportunity to meet with you for a consultation to see if working together would be a great match like a grilled cheese or peanut butter sandwich.

Best of luck on your journey to health and wellness.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arthur Payne

Arthur Payne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Durham, NC


“I am down to earth and focused on assisting others to determine potential changes that they want to make.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ronald Whicker

Ronald Whicker

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


“My goals for every client interaction are for you to feel: heard, respected, and validated as a person.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaymar Browne

Jaymar Browne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“Each session is designed to provide practical strategies, emotional support, and evidence-based guidance...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Leah Sampson

Leah Sampson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that human to human is how we heal and it's a key part of how I hold space for my clients.”
Grief or loss, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Bravo

Jessica Bravo

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about mental health awareness, the impacts of generational trauma, and social / cultural conditioning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Charles Barringer

Dr. Charles Barringer

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is practical: to help you identify what is getting in the way of your growth and well being and develop a successful way forward.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel May

Daniel May

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Pinehurst, NC


I feel very honored for the opportunity to care for others. I understand that mental and physical health are connected and are shaped by our past. I believe that psychiatric treatment works.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Griffith Gilbert

Griffith Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


It has been a privilege to provide psychotherapy to a variety of clients for over 20 years. I have advanced clinical training in trauma, addictions, sexual abuse, mood and personality disorders, and relationships. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and encouraging. I provide support as you examine core issues and change underlying patterns of behavior or simply gain perspective concerning a recent issue.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daria Datnoff

Daria Datnoff

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that the human psyche is rooted in nature and that a reconnection with the natural world can be a catalyst for deep healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Maggie Jenkins

Maggie Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered while building the confidence and skills needed to create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
LaShaunda Durham

LaShaunda Durham

Therapist

Virtual • Salisbury, NC


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being themselves while also feeling supported to grow.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvonne Ezinandor

Yvonne Ezinandor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) dedicated to supporting individuals, families, youth, and children in achieving emotional wellness and personal growth. With a strong clinical foundation and diverse experience across outpatient, inpatient, and community-based settings, I provide comprehensive, client-centered care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sandra Chrysler

Sandra Chrysler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I hope that at the conclusion of each session with me that you discover a deeper truth about yourself and have a new skill you can use to make your life a little easier.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jaime Johnson

Jaime Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kimberly Bryce

Kimberly Bryce

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My work is centered on helping clients make sense of what feels difficult, identify the patterns keeping them stuck, and develop a clearer path forward.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joseph Bretz

Joseph Bretz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Joe uses an eclectic approach that is person-centered, involves an exploration of feelings, facilitates personal insight, fosters mindfulness of the world, releases the client's will, which allows the client to make decisions for change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Jones

Christina Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Princeton, NC


Something Beautiful Counseling was built around a simple belief: that healing is possible for everyone, and therapy should feel like a real partnership — not a clinical process you're being put through.

I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors on anxiety, depression, OCD, eating concerns, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, and family stress. I also offer couples therapy through a Solution-Focused approach. Whether you're carrying something heavy or just need support navigating life's transitions, there's a place here for you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michael Boulware

Michael Boulware

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Therapy is not about fixing you — it's about helping you understand what's driving your challenges and equipping you with tools to respond differently.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 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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