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Grief counselors and therapists in Akron, OH

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Akron, OH

Grieving the loss of a loved one is deeply personal. In Akron, Headway connects you with 1,281 licensed providers trained in grief counseling and bereavement support, including Complicated Grief Treatment and evidence-based approaches like CBT. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, often within days, to help you navigate this difficult journey.

Serita Eiland

Serita Eiland

Therapist

Virtual • Streetsboro, OH


Welcome, I'm Serita Eiland, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor located in Ohio, specializing in Integrative and Holistic Mental Health & Wellness Care.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Flores

Emily Flores

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is warm and collaborative, with a focus on building skills for emotion regulation, executive functioning, and self-trust...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Julian-Brown

Sarah Julian-Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, engaging, and grounded in evidence-based care. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to help clients better understand their patterns, and create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine Gummere

Christine Gummere

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use a mixture of spiritual, somatic, CBT, creative arts, strength-based, and inner child work to help people discover their truest selves and live a life of peace and joy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Stamper

Amanda Stamper

Therapist

Virtual • Bay Village, OH


“I am passionate about helping you manage anxiety, stress, and overwhelm through evidence-based treatments.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Rod Dunlap

Rod Dunlap

Therapist

Virtual • Cincinnati, OH


“I am an open minded listener who gives a variety of suggestions for problems you are dealing with and will let you think for yourself about your options.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Joanna Bement

Joanna Bement

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I see myself as someone who is a giver of hope, that we can partner together, along with some good tools, to make things better.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Diabetes, Panic disorders, PTSD
Energetic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Lauren Toben

Dr. Lauren Toben

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work to provide a safe, warm, affirming space for all clients to feel comfortable exploring a variety of concerns...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Esther Friedman

Esther Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I bring extensive experience in treating individuals facing adjustment challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, psychosis, and substance use disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bernard Barsky

Bernard Barsky

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“The most important foundation for a successful therapy is the trusting relationship between counselor and client, so I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Purfey

Jessica Purfey

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I’m so happy you’re here! My name is Jessica and I have over 10 years of experience working as a therapist with all age groups! I help children and adults who are dealing with life stressors, anxiety, sadness, relationship problems, family conflict, grief and many other mental health problems.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Summer Figueroa

Summer Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cheyenne Severence

Cheyenne Severence

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“By changing the way you think about your past and present stressors, you will be empowered to change the way you respond to them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Samantha Brown

Samantha Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take an aggressive approach to therapy. You have been dealing with mental/emotional issues for a while now. It is my goal to get you back to feeling like yourself in the shortest time possible.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Direct
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Edwards

Dr. Karen Edwards

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm a PhD psychologist with over four decades of experience, traditionally trained in psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Ghersi

Angela Ghersi

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I most frequently use combined treatment approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Relaxation and Creative therapies to develop skills to feel better with new perspectives on...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stefanie Fox

Stefanie Fox

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Holland, OH


“I take pride in offering personalized, trauma-informed care, especially after experiencing the profound impact of trauma and grief in my personal life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tatiana Mitchell

Tatiana Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Know that I look at the whole system, not just the thought loop. I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - Supervisor in Ohio, and I'm also trained as a yoga instructor and nutrition professional, so when we talk about anxiety, OCD patterns, or burnout, we're also talking about your sleep, your body, and what's actually sustainable for you. I work with adults and older adults, individuals and families, and I welcome LGBTQ+ clients and clients navigating racial-justice-related stress as your full self, not a case file.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alan Gruber

Alan Gruber

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Alan has an eclectic approach to therapy and tries to meet people where they are at identifying and building on people's abilities to be healthier emotionally.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Tamborski

Beth Tamborski

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative grounded in warmth and tailored to each person meeting you where you are while helping you move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cheryl Hines

Cheryl Hines

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am also certified to work with Veterans, individuals experiencing problem gambling addiction, and those navigating the unique impacts of adoption, bringing specialized expertise to these populations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brittani Davis

Brittani Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I offer to stand beside you as we process and uncover, discover, resolve, find healing and explore what it looks like to be you, whole and authentically you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brittany Lewis

Brittany Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Dayton, OH


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore challenges, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Hollo

Lisa Hollo

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Sessions focus on strengthening emotional regulation, deepening self-awareness, and creating meaningful, sustainable change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Paige Liette

Paige Liette

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I firmly believe in the inherent value of every individual and believe that when we realize our value and worth, we are able to live fully out of that knowledge.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Judith Garncarek

Judith Garncarek

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I support and guide Clients in their quest to release old patterns of behaviors that they recognize as no longer serving them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Held

Daniel Held

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Over 40 years of experience as a psychotherapist with diverse population. Over 77 years of life experience with diverse problems of living.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tina Bulucea

Tina Bulucea

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in a very direct and interactive approach to therapy. I relish feedback and expect you to express your opinions and feelings about what you are learning about yourself in treatment.”
Grief or loss, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shonda Layton

Shonda Layton

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm person-centered at my core, which means I tailor everything to you and where you're at in your journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kara Meyer

Kara Meyer

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“As a therapist who understands anxiety on a personal and clinical level, my work incorporates evidence-based practices in an authentic environment where you, your experiences, and your insights are valued.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Mirriam Knight

Dr. Mirriam Knight

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“Our sessions together will be a journey into truth and healing, that may often be the hardest thing you have ever done.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chance Parker-Ray

Chance Parker-Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I integrate mindfulness with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients develop a deeper awareness of their thoughts and feelings while also working to challenge and change unwanted patterns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Helen Lehman

Helen Lehman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have been licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 2004 and have held a supervision designation since 2015. I have also held a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with a supervision/training designation license since 2018. I have maintained a private counseling practice in Chillicothe since 2000 and I continue to work with individuals and families in that capacity. I have dedicated my career to helping others and to working with the community to ensure the well-being of families and children.

My communication style

My communication tone or approach tends to be direct but laid back. We are in session to work together not have me tell you what to do or where you need to go

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kimberly Bozeman

Kimberly Bozeman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am a wonderful empathetic listener and find that implementing a client centered approach is most effective for optimal benefits.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caleb Sargent

Caleb Sargent

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I view the development of a genuine, caring, and warm relationship as the foundation for all good therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Benjamin Rubin

Benjamin Rubin

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive related disorders, trauma related disorders and personality disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Joshua Elliott

Dr. Joshua Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work with adults navigating grief, stress, life transitions, identity, relationships, and the effects of difficult or traumatic experiences, with particular experience supporting LGBTQ+ and gender and sexual minority clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yolanda Hargrove

Yolanda Hargrove

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that healing begins when people give themselves permission to put themselves first without guilt or shame.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Deanna Markesteyn

Deanna Markesteyn

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is rooted in a whole-person perspective. Drawing from my varied training and experiences, I focus on addressing the unhealthy symptoms clients may be experiencing today...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xandula Gaitor-Walker

Xandula Gaitor-Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Evidence-based modalities include cognitive-behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and dialectical behavior therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Akron, OH
There are over 32 therapists in Akron, OH accepting new patients.
32+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Depression
  • 94%Trauma
  • 91%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 84%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 6%Japanese
  • 3%Arabic
  • 3%Italian
  • 3%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 31%Man
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 13%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 9%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 6%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 6%Child or adolescent therapy

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