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Grief counselors and therapists in Durham, NC

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Durham, NC

Grieving a loved one requires specialized support. Headway offers Durham residents access to providers trained in grief therapy, bereavement counseling, and prolonged grief disorder treatment. Sessions are available within two weeks, conducted virtually or in-person, with most covered by insurance.

Jim Condon

Jim Condon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Wake Forest, NC


I've been an LCSW for 25 years.

I'm an OIF/OEF Navy Veteran.

I'm experienced in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, couples and men's issues.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sheryl Clark

Sheryl Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Raleigh, NC


As a LCMHC, I try to create a safe , non-judgmental place to explore your issues and improve the quality of your life.

I work with trauma, chronic illness or care givers for chronically ill individuals, and those suffering loss of all types. I am trained in numerous modalities such as DBT, TF-CBT, and holistic therapies.

Please note: appointments booked through Headway does not guarantee availability. To be assured of an appointment time please contact me or text my admin, Amalia, at 919-771-6050.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Edmund Buckman

Edmund Buckman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“They want to better understand themselves, challenge the beliefs that keep them stuck, and move toward a life that actually feels meaningful.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chad Reed

Chad Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“I'm also inclined to incorporate music, art, and creativity into session whenever helpful in addition to talking when desired.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gina DAmore

Gina DAmore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Cary, NC


“I believe healing is built through a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and compassion.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffery McLean

Jeffery McLean

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Raleigh, NC


“We will work in sessions to leverage your strengths, address barriers and move toward you living a life that aligns with your authentic self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Floyd

Rebecca Floyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Holly Springs, NC


“My goal with clients is that they feel heard and validated, a sense of safety and lack of judgement that aids in their willingness to be authentic with themselves.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bryan Krehnbrink

Bryan Krehnbrink

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Pittsboro, NC


Hello, want to work together on a path to Clarity in 2026? I provide ADHD Support in North Carolina through telehealth or in-person visits at our Pittsboro office in the Chatham Wellness Collective. (South of Chapel Hill)

A Streamlined Approach to ADHD Care. Navigating the ADHD assessment and treatment process can be frustrating and expensive. Many individuals face delays, expensive testing fees, and additional requirements, such as a psychological evaluation and/or a doctor’s note or EKG, just to receive care. Others are seen by telehealth only providers who can't prescribe stimulants and who tell you one has to start off on Wellbutrin or Strattera (non stimulants). That is terrible care. At our clinic, we prioritize efficiency and accessibility.

We believe in low doses of medication and finding your perfect dose to balance attention with mood. Most of our ADHD patients are on low dosing.

My approach to treatment is collaborative, forward-thinking, and tailored to your unique needs. I strive to create a warm, inviting atmosphere where you can feel comfortable discussing your challenges.

State Employees- Headway is part of a program that makes most visit have only a $10 copay.

Billing transparancy- Most new patient visits are billed a 99204 or 99205 and most follow-ups are 99214's. I do NOT bill therapy add on codes to new patient visits. Sometimes Headway will estimate your visit with a therapy code ad on and this makes it $300+. New visits are never more that $175. I sometimes bill add on therapy codes to follow ups (90833) IF its part of treatment plan. I won't surprise you. Please ask any provider you pick if they use add on codes- you deserve to know.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ronnie Rizek

Ronnie Rizek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Garner, NC


“I specialize in working with couples, and individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders and OCD.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Zurawel

Michael Zurawel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Knightdale, NC


“I know what it's like to feel hopeless and purposeless. Life is hard and without hope and sense of purpose, it's almost impossible to get through.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Amy Still

Dr. Amy Still

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Henderson, NC


“I believe in listening to the client and helping them achieve their goals by guiding and empowering them to become the best version of themselves.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Lynnee Ryan

Dr. Lynnee Ryan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • 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
Yolanda Dandridge

Yolanda Dandridge

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I work from a body-based, movement lead and culturally rooted perspective that honors your lived experience, family story, and the communities you belong to.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 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 9 insurance carriers
Demetria Quinn

Demetria Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with children, adolescents, and their families to help rebuild rapport after family ruptures and to understand the link between childhood trauma and development.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melvin Blackwell

Melvin Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a gentle, collaborative approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients explore thoughts, feelings, and challenges in a safe, supportive space.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sue Shankle

Sue Shankle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I hope to bring a warm, compassionate presence to my work, and am truly honored to walk alongside clients as they make the changes that matter most to them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Derrick Johnson

Dr. Derrick Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is about "discovery, education, and growth," and utilize this formula to help you create the change you are seeking.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stacey Damkohler

Stacey Damkohler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I blend evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, trauma-informed care, and person-centered techniques.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Simmons

Hannah Simmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hendersonville, NC


“I'm passionate about helping people-pleasers overcome cycles of ignoring their own needs and create healthier habits.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chelsea Etheridge

Chelsea Etheridge

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, NC


“I use guided meditation and art activities to help prepare our minds to enter the safe space of therapy and regulate in order to end therapy and enter back into daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Spach

Tina Spach

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Specialist — and this work is not just my profession, it is my calling. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating substance and behavioral addictions, and I also hold space for something that often goes unaddressed: the family members of addicted loved ones, who carry their own profound pain and deserve their own healing. I am trained in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relapse Prevention, and Self-Compassion practices. But beyond the credentials, here is what I want you to know about me: I believe that therapy is about walking beside you — not directing you, not fixing you — with the quiet understanding that we are all, in our own way, walking one another home. That belief shapes everything about how I show up for my clients.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jean Truesdale

Jean Truesdale

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


If you have been carrying something heavy, whether it is anxiety, grief, a substance use struggle, or the weight of a relationship that has felt unsafe, you deserve a space where you can set it down without judgment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW from Walden University and years of experience in trauma, domestic violence, mental health, and substance use. I am genuinely warm, open-minded, and I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, help you reconnect with the strengths you already have, and build practical tools for real and lasting change. Whoever you are and wherever you are starting from, you are welcome here.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Lee

Amanda Lee

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


My name is Amanda, and my practice was founded based on the power of connection, empathy, and grace. I really believe in the therapeutic relationship and enjoy walking alongside my clients. My background is social work, as I have truly always valued helping people. I received my bachelor’s degree in social work, as well as my master’s degree in social work. I have experience working within the hospital setting, within community mental health, within the court and administrative system, as well as working within the health department. Additionally, I have experience working within residential treatment settings, working with high acuity clients. My true passion is mental health, and I am blessed to be able to focus my intentions on helping to serve clients in my community. . I enjoy working with clients on a variety of areas that include anxiety, depression, life adjustment, relationships, family dynamics, trauma, and obsessive compulsive disorder.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Yandoli-Lee

Theresa Yandoli-Lee

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, empathetic, and collaborative. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I will meet you where you are and work alongside you at a...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Claudio Barrientos

Claudio Barrientos

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I emphasize awareness—stepping back from automatic reactions and relating differently to difficult thoughts and feelings—while keeping our work action-oriented and aligned with your values and goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lina Rios

Lina Rios

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


If you're carrying anxiety, grief, past trauma, or a complicated relationship with substances, and you're not sure where to start, you've found the right place. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors through depression, family conflict, PTSD, domestic violence, and stress that never seems to let up. My path into counseling started in Wayne County schools, working with young people who needed someone genuinely in their corner. That experience planted something I've carried through every role since: people don't need to have it figured out before they ask for help. I went on to work in higher education and community mental health, and I'm especially committed to clients who haven't always felt welcomed or seen in traditional mental health spaces.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christina LaBond

Christina LaBond

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help people realize their true potential and find meaning/purpose in life while improving self-image and repairing interpersonal relationships through healthy attachment and behavioral patterns.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Virginia Oman

Virginia Oman

Therapist

Virtual • Candler, NC


I believe everyone deserves to experience the joy and peace that comes from healing. If you're feeling stuck in darkness, weighed down by past experiences, or caught in negative thought patterns, you're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it by yourself.

For more than 34 years, I've helped individuals, primarily women, heal from trauma, build self-esteem, and create meaningful, lasting change. I have advanced training in EMDR and specialize in helping clients process traumatic experiences so they can move forward with greater confidence and emotional freedom.

My approach is holistic, recognizing the connection between your mind, body, and emotions. Together, we'll create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to reach your therapy goals. My hope is to help you move beyond simply surviving so you can fully experience the joy, fulfillment, and life you deserve.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Tremblay

Karen Tremblay

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“My style is practical, compassionate, and focused on helping you create meaningful, sustainable change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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
Jonathan Pack

Jonathan Pack

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“My approach integrates psychodynamic work—helping us understand how past experiences continue to shape your inner world—with Gestalt techniques that keep our focus grounded in the here and now.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilary Hales

Hilary Hales

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With 7 years of experience as a Social Worker, I specialize in supporting military caregivers, young moms, young adults dealing with changes, parenting challenges and teens (ages 16+).”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendra Hamman

Kendra Hamman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Im Kendra, I have a bachelors in fine art, and I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022. I draw on four years of working in community mental health with folks recovering from substance abuse and behaviors that no longer helpful or are directly harming relationships and mental health. I have lived experience with recovery and loving people struggling with addiction. I have been described as a warm, curious, compassionate, and empowering counselor. I offer trauma‐informed care that is inclusive to all humans, healing happens when you can show up as your authentic and full self!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Kempson Aparico

Allison Kempson Aparico

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe that therapy can have a great impact on one's life. If one is motivated, one can resolve problems, feel better, and address past hardships. I have over thirty years of experience helping clients achieve their goals in a supportive and safe environment. I am fluent in both English and Spanish. I received my undergraduate degree from Stanford University and my Masters of Social Work from Columbia University. I have resided in both the United States and Latin America. I look forward to working with each and every client, in order that they may reach their happiest self possible.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cynthia Dupree

Cynthia Dupree

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I meet you where you are, and we build from there. That might mean unpacking the roots of an addiction that nobody in your life understands.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jasmine Gordon

Jasmine Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in meeting people where they are. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship with my clients while earning their trust along the way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melonie Tarlton

Melonie Tarlton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a grounded, real-world approach to therapy, paired with a sometimes dark but always empathetic sense of humor.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shalana Keel

Shalana Keel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a board-certified Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience, I provide individualized care that combines evidence-based medication management with a compassionate, whole-person approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Durham, NC
There are over 48 therapists in Durham, NC accepting new patients.
48+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 96%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 79%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 94%Aetna
  • 88%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 58%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 27%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 15%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Substance Use Disorder
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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