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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 1,745 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.

Barbie Wilson

Barbie Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Everyone has a unique story and deserves a specialized approach to care. We will work as partners in your therapeutic journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Lynnee Ryan

Dr. Lynnee Ryan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Roxboro, NC


“I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Summer Estes

Summer Estes

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“I work non-pathologizingly, viewing symptoms as meaningful signals rather than problems to be fixed.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clodagh O' Herlihy

Clodagh O' Herlihy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


Clodagh O' Herlihy is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 17 years of relationship counseling. She has an integrative approach with which she incorporates body mind and spirit or attitude in her work.

Clodagh works with individuals and couples. Clients that show up in her office need help with relationship conflict, abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, infidelity and sexual intimacy.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Briggman

Christopher Briggman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in working with African-American men, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and high-functioning professionals who are dealing with stress, early childhood trauma, workplace challenges, or a deep desire to redefine who they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Meadows

Kristin Meadows

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is client-centered, trauma-informed, and humanistic: I believe each individual has their own unique set of strengths, abilities, and experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jacquelyn Cook

Jacquelyn Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I work with people who want to connect to themselves, make sense of and meaningfully integrate their pain, and expand into a life that is shaped but not defined by their past experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Tillman

Andrea Tillman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy isn't about someone telling you what to do it's about having someone walk alongside you, helping you see things from a different perspective.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martha Ochako

Martha Ochako

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


Martha Ochako is a Board-Certified PMHNP who is competent in assessing patients, diagnosing disorders, and prescribing appropriate treatments. She does not just cover a symptom with a drug before investigating and addressing its root causes.

She graduated from Metro State University, in MN with an E L M Sc. in nursing. She completed a Post Masters Certification of PHMNP from R M University of Health Professions, Utah. She holds a doctorate (DHSC) from Nova SE University, Florida.


Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sophia Davis

Sophia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use an integrative approach to therapy informed by interpersonal, strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral, harm reduction, trauma-informed and anti-oppressive perspectives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kindle Higgins

Kindle Higgins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect to experience an accepting environment where they are met with compassion and caring...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Julie Dollar

Julie Dollar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Conover, NC


“My goal is to help you thrive in life and live the life you want. To help you unpack any baggage that is holding you back from living your best life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Hannah Kaye

Hannah Kaye

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you live a rich and meaningful life, and experience the growth and healing that can come after hard times.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Branch

Jason Branch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fayetteville, NC


“I am a compassionate and empathetic therapist who believes that every person has unique strengths, even during life's most difficult seasons.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Laura Deterville

Laura Deterville

Therapist

Virtual • Flat Rock, NC


“I believe that every person has the potential to be successful, but at times may not have the support to reach their goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alexandria Widener

Alexandria Widener

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in children, adolescents, and young adults with mood disorders, self-harm, and a history of trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jorie Luecken

Jorie Luecken

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I am dedicated to helping people find growth and healing so that they can experience all of the joy that life has to offer.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lyle Williams

Lyle Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a therapist whose job is to help you feel better on your own terms through increased self-awareness.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Che Hurt

Dr. Che Hurt

Psychologist

Virtual • Havelock, NC


I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with a PsyD earned at Wright State University’s School of Professional Psychology (Dayton, Ohio). I specialize in Relationships, Trauma, and Identity development, but I work with clients on many other issues and concerns. I have worked in community health, college counseling, neuro-psych assessment, chemical dependency clinics, military mental health, county youth services, correctional facilities, and private behavioral health group practices.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Cassie Sigler

Cassie Sigler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I see the therapeutic process as a collaborative experience. I utilize empathy and compassion to validate feelings, while we work to challenge the negative thoughts that prevent people from seeing their full potential.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carlos Bennerman

Carlos Bennerman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 20 years in mental health and a master's in Social Work, I have supported adults and teens from diverse backgrounds.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elba Acosta

Elba Acosta

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm here to help you become the best version of yourself by providing support every step of the way.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Marchese

Anna Marchese

Therapist

Virtual • Mint Hill, NC


“I offer gentle, supportive guidance as you move through life's changes, helping you reconnect with your inner light and strength.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Read

Elizabeth Read

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a space to slow down, reflect deeply, and make room for parts of you that may have been silenced, pushed aside, or hidden beneath coping strategies.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christopher Gill

Christopher Gill

Therapist

Virtual • Greenville, NC


“My therapy style is direct yet compassionate. I believe in being honest and straightforward with my clients, even when the truth is difficult to hear, but I always deliver feedback with kindness and respect.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. David Graham

Dr. David Graham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntersville, NC


“Through a collaborative, supportive process, I help clients gain insight, develop effective strategies, and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Sabrina Johnson

Sabrina Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is always to create a warm, safe, judgement free space where my clients could connect with their normal.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Payal Patel

Payal Patel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide a warm, empathetic yet challenging approach, to ensure my clients get the most out of their sessions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Percival Fisher

Percival Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Client's have shared with me that at the end of each our session together that they have felt heard, validated, and respected.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenifer Shadrick

Jenifer Shadrick

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Throughout the counseling process, we will work together building a trusting therapeutic relationship as we identify, explore, and overcome personal barriers and challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittney Hryczaniuk

Brittney Hryczaniuk

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, conversational, and straightforward, with a dash of humor and the occasional well-placed curse word for pizazz.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Hammond

Kristin Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I have a passion for working with people who struggle with chronic illness due to my own experiences with MS.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Green

Michelle Green

Therapist

Virtual • Greenville, NC


“With eight years of experience as a therapist, I strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where clients feel safe and free from judgment...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joy Close

Joy Close

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative and I work hard to create a supportive, accepting space where people can feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Annie Bond-Richardson

Annie Bond-Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I foster a safe and supportive environment where clients can openly explore their thoughts and feelings.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Janna Spurr

Janna Spurr

Therapist

Virtual • Waxhaw, NC


“I have provided counseling to individuals and their families facing end-of-life issues, chronic, life-limiting illness, and grief and loss for 10 years.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Darius McClain

Darius McClain

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Making improvements to ourselves and our lives doesn't have to be such a scary process, and I'm here to guide you through the growth journey in a way that can be peaceful, fun, and realistic.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachelle Burrell

Rachelle Burrell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, including psychiatry, hospitals, and hospice, I specialize in helping individuals facing chronic or terminal illnesses, depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. I believe in the power of hope and provide a safe space for healing and personal growth.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yalin Liu

Yalin Liu

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I am specialized in helping people explore difficult mental spaces and reach a place of enriched self-understanding and self-strengthening.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Takesha Briggins

Takesha Briggins

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I enjoy motivating clients to make positive changes in their journey to personal growth and discovery.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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