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Grief counselors and therapists in Independence, OH

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Independence, OH

Grief and loss can feel isolating, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Headway connects Independence residents with 1,249 licensed therapists trained in evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Virtual and in-person sessions help you process bereavement, find meaning, and move forward at your own pace.

Carrie Singer

Carrie Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Stow, OH


“It is possible to grow and thrive after traumatic events and I am here to provide hope for others to do so.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Dr. Jeannine Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Akron, OH


My name is Jeannine Taylor. I earned a Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy and a Doctoral Degree from Kent State University. I also am Assistant Professor of Family & Community Medicine at Northeast Ohio College of Medicine. I enjoy helping people balance work and family; navigate the challenges before, during and after divorce; and cope with changes associated with midlife and later life. I also help clients make career decisions and establish educational goals.

PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW COUPLES AS OF MARCH 6, 2026; HOWEVER, I AM ACCEPTING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Caroline Woolf

Caroline Woolf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Akron, OH


“My goal is to walk alongside clients through warm, collaborative conversations that honor their backgrounds and values, providing space for both big emotions and concrete tools to use between sessions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Dr. Randall Moate

Dr. Randall Moate

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Akron, OH


“I'm skilled at quickly building strong relationships with my clients, helping them to feel heard and understood, and then working with them to achieve their goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Ilona Ponomariova

Ilona Ponomariova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Fairlawn, OH


“My nonjudgmental approach allows people to feel safe and validated. My lived experience enables me to empathize with my clients, empowering them and facilitating change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charlene Hogue

Charlene Hogue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Westlake, OH


“My approach to therapy is to meet the client where she/he/they is/are with a person-centered approach, and to accompany them on their journey of self-discovery through increased self-awareness to develop understanding and self-empowerment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Smith

Emma Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • North Ridgeville, OH


“My style is collaborative and relationship-focused, blending empathy and humor to help my clients feel empowered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michele Norman

Michele Norman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • North Ridgeville, OH


“Approachable, empathetic, extremely open-minded, easy to talk to and weird are some of the ways I've been described in the past by previous patients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michele Hawkins McHenry

Michele Hawkins McHenry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Akron, OH


“My intention is to walk with you on your journey, providing insight and helping to identify areas to improve and strategies to do so.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chris Freeman-Clark

Chris Freeman-Clark

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Tallmadge, OH


“I like to keep things casual and conversational. I like to get to know clients early in the process and especially their developmental and family history.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Myung Jin Purves

Myung Jin Purves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Cleveland, OH


“My main area of focus is EMDR Therapy with couples and individuals. With couples, I focus on relational trauma, such as infidelity, abuse, or loss of a child.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kathryn Dann

Kathryn Dann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Willoughby, OH


“My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and move toward lasting healing—not just symptom relief.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jessica Rivera

Jessica Rivera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Grafton, OH


“I guide you in creating a path to ease suffering and emotional struggle through a holistic approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Whitten

Jennifer Whitten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Elyria, OH


“As an empathetic, down-to-earth therapist, I believe in walking alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Damion Boyd

Damion Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Wadsworth, OH


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment utilizing care, sensitivity, with a little humor that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Wolfe

Karen Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Elyria, OH


“I believe in creating a supportive and collaborative environment, empowering my clients to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Kelleher

Nicole Kelleher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Willoughby, OH


“Nicole is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can process their stories, develop coping skills, and move toward lasting emotional well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristen Ashenbach

Kristen Ashenbach

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Lorain, OH


“I am direct, open-minded, and relaxed in my approach to working to help clients get "un-stuck" from former habits and create the life they want to live.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Liesa Kaye

Liesa Kaye

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Green, OH


As an Independent Clinical Social Worker, I believe prioritizing your mental health is the key to finding your joy. I have been in practice for 11 years focusing on individuals navigating the impact of anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, working with couples, and parent mentoring.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Tolloti

Michael Tolloti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“My style is kind, direct, goal-oriented, and strengths based, supporting you in gaining insight and helping you work toward meeting your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Oshaughnessy

Lisa Oshaughnessy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I want to help you feel better. Plain and simple. I want you to know that together we are going to get better.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bernadette Sisk

Bernadette Sisk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. I believe treatment works best when clients feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Dr. Stephanie Farrell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I'm passionate about supporting you through life transitions, and my approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to meet you where you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Denise Tripp

Denise Tripp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I use a Person Centered approach and weave in Solution Focused therapy so you can gain traction on your treatment goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ozzy Chaney

Ozzy Chaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Massillon, OH


“My approach to therapy is strength-based and centered on helping you recognize and build on the resilience, skills, and experiences you already have.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Renee Leber

Renee Leber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berlin Heights, OH


“I intentionally cultivate a relaxed and grounded atmosphere in sessions because therapy should feel like a space where you can exhale and just be.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaitlin Butcher

Kaitlin Butcher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Youngstown, OH


“I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ affirming care, and dual diagnosis, and I am trained in EMDR therapy to help clients process and move through difficult experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Carroll

Michelle Carroll

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Youngstown, OH


I help adolescents, adults, couples, and families move beyond patterns that keep them stuck. Using EMDR, CBT, and DBT, I focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating lasting change. I approach therapy with a clear understanding of how past experiences can shape current patterns, while helping clients build practical tools to improve daily functioning. My background in crisis work allows me to provide steady, effective support even in high-stress situations.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Megan Marcinowski

Megan Marcinowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ashland, OH


“My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and hope as we work toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lori M Hamilton

Lori M Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Girard, OH


“Anxiety, depression, and chronic conditions can be scary and difficult, which is why I offer a safe space to be yourself, share your truth, be understood and challenged, with a dash of humor along the way.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shauntae Walker

Shauntae Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm a trauma-informed Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to helping adolescents and adults feel grounded, understood, and empowered in their healing journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Case

Sarah Case

Therapist

Virtual • Montgomery, OH


“I provide a safe place to explore your pain, your joys, while guiding and assisting you in moving forward in your growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Willard (Will) Sheets

Dr. Willard (Will) Sheets

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have been in practice for 25 years as a professional counselor. You are the reason why I continue in the work of a therapist. It is your continuing growth and improvement that is my goal in helping you. You are the expert on your particular situation and it is my job to help you in moving from where you are right now, to where you would like to be as quickly as possible.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tisha Linzy

Tisha Linzy

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is compassionate, flexible, and collaborative. I believe you know yourself and your experiences better than anyone, and my role is to bring the clinical knowledge and tools that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ariel Kollangi

Ariel Kollangi

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“I have over a decade and a half of experience treating individuals, couples and families in crisis across every setting.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Achaleke Atemnkeng

Achaleke Atemnkeng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I take a functional medicine approach to psychiatric care, looking at how your mind, body, and gut work together rather than treating them separately.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ike Wright

Ike Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy starts with the person, not just the symptoms. Your story, relationships, culture, and lived experience are the foundation we build on.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brian Girton

Brian Girton

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is direct and real. Therapy with me doesn't have to feel clinical or intimidating — it just has to feel worth showing up for.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Charlene Crace

Charlene Crace

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy should feel human, practical, and tailored to your real life, and I value building strong rapport so you feel comfortable being fully yourself in the room.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Independence, OH
There are over 42 therapists in Independence, OH accepting new patients.
42+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Stress management
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 88%Cigna
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%Japanese
  • 2%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 17%Man
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 17%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 17%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 2%Advanced Practice Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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