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Grief counselors and therapists in Ohio

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Ohio

Coping with the loss of a loved one requires specialized support. Headway's Ohio-based network includes providers experienced in grief counseling who use techniques like imaginal recounting and acceptance-based approaches to help you honor your grief and rebuild after loss.

Miesha Carey

Miesha Carey

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I bring a warm, collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, not just listened to.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Niamalika Taylor

Niamalika Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm committed to helping you better understand your emotions, recognize your strengths, strengthen your voice, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and intention.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Levarine Graham

Levarine Graham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3950 Sunforest Court, Toledo, OH

“I see your protective patterns not as problems to eliminate, but as intelligent responses to real experiences.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Dupe Oluwamuyide

Dupe Oluwamuyide

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that counseling room is a sacred space for individuals to share and find solutions to their concerns, challenges, trauma, and struggles...”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Shelby Rouse

Shelby Rouse

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My therapy style is person-centered, and strength based. Your therapy will be tailored to meet your unique and specific needs...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Pedani

Tracy Pedani

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in working with women and mothers who are feeling overwhelmed, dealing with the lingering effects of trauma, or trying to guide their families through difficult transitions.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Monica Mertens

Monica Mertens

Therapist

Virtual • Amelia, OH


“I believe in building a team approach with my clients and bringing all my skills in helping us to reach our goals.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Gina Lombardi

Gina Lombardi

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is providing an environment of emotional safety for you to express your thoughts, problem areas, and goals.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sherryl Lindsey

Sherryl Lindsey

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work with you to achieve your personal goals. This includes self-empowerment and feeling in control of your life.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Kelsey Passov

Kelsey Passov

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I draw from Narrative Therapy, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care to look at your whole experience — not just your symptoms.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Direct, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Sharon Chege

Sharon Chege

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Growing up in Africa as part of a large family with limited resources, I learned the values of resilience, perseverance, and community. My journey was not without challenges. I struggled with confidence, questioned my worth, and often felt unseen and ignored . Those experiences shaped my understanding of how deeply people need to feel valued, understood, and supported. Today, in my work as a therapist, I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and respected. Every person carries a unique story and deserves the opportunity to have their story honored with dignity, curiosity, and compassion.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Quentin Kuntz

Quentin Kuntz

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Four decades of experience, advanced training in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, dependencies and addictions, dual diagnosis, personality disorders and crisis intervention.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daray Ukaegbu

Daray Ukaegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

924 Erbe Avenue, Dayton, OH

“My approach is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental. I take time to listen and understand not only your symptoms, but also how they are affecting your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Heidi Ross

Heidi Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello and Welcome! If you are seeking results, you have come to the right place! I am Heidi Ross, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio and Licensed Professional Clinical Candidate in the state of Colorado.

A little about me. I received my Bachelor of Psychology in 2000 and my Master of Education in Community Counseling in 2002 from the University of Akron. For 9 years, I provided therapeutic counseling services to children and adults in outpatient, home-based, and school-based settings. For the past 11 years, I have provided outpatient mental health therapy to individuals, couples, and families of all ages, in person and via telehealth, in a private practice setting.

I am a very diverse therapist who feels it is very important to meet clients where they are at. I have an open-door policy regarding client population. We are all in this life together and may need assistance to get through! I provide high-quality care to older teens, adults, and couples in need through the convenience of telehealth. “It is my mission to help others help themselves, and to help them get through life’s obstacles!"

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Johnson

Jessica Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I’m Jessica Johnson, an independently licensed therapist for both mental health and substance use for over a decade. I believe everyone deserves grace for where they are and support to grow to where they want to be. I can help you untangle difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences to improve your well-being, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing techniques, and more. As a solution-focused therapist, I will encourage you to embrace ideas and opportunities and will provide a trusting environment as you do so. I support a harm-reduction approach for substance use disorder, understanding that growth is incremental and not everyone is ready for complete abstinence. Taking care of yourself is important and you don't have to do it alone.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Donna Close

Donna Close

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have served individuals experiencing mental health symptoms and co-occurring disorders for 20 years. I am a social worker, a therapist and an independent provider for individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Childress

Lisa Childress

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


Hello! My name is Lisa Childress and I have been a Nurse Practitioner for over 12 years now! I am certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I have experience with Addiction Medicine, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and Bipolar Disorders. I absolutely love my patients and try to promote a warm, welcoming, environment to support your behavioral health goals.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Paula Butler

Paula Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I offer space for connection, smiles, and vulnerability, where we are not always on the clock, allowing room to slow down and breathe.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Todd Crandell

Todd Crandell

Therapist

Virtual • Holland, OH


“My style is warm, direct, and supportive, and I work alongside clients to help them better understand themselves, overcome obstacles, and reach their goals.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

David Burchett

David Burchett

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I possess extensive experience collaborating with veterans on complicated trauma and mental health concerns.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio,

Kamryn VanWanzeele

Kamryn VanWanzeele

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I provide compassionate EMDR, CBT, and talk therapy for adults navigating anxiety, self-worth, ADHD, trauma, and more.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Creative, Energetic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sara Bojorquez

Sara Bojorquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

202 North Defiance Street, Archbold, OH

“You are the expert of your own life. I will spend time learning what brings you into counseling and you sharing what is most pressing to talk about.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

David Galik

David Galik

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware, OH


I approach to counseling and therapy is that we're all striving to connect with our whole or "essence" self that resides within us. I see myself as a facilitator of that change. I am a holistic and trauma-informed therapist with some twenty-five years' experience.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kristin Harris

Dr. Kristin Harris

Psychologist

Virtual • Sylvania, OH


“I try to create a warm and open environment. I encourage each patient to set goals that are most relevant to them.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem Ohio Medicare Advantage,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
George Schulz

George Schulz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away

4230 Tuller Road, Dublin, OH

“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel seen, understood, and supported as you work toward genuine peace and confidence.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Sheela Palma

Sheela Palma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


I’m Sheela M. Palma, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from The Ohio State University. With 20 years of experience supporting diverse populations, including high-risk postpartum women and individuals navigating substance use disorders, I bring both clinical expertise and a compassionate, individualized approach to psychiatric care. I work with teens and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Curative,

Valeria Cantore

Valeria Cantore

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I focus on helping you understand what you're going through while also giving you real tools you can use in your daily life to create meaningful change.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Stress management

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Diana Dunn

Diana Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I listen wholeheartedly and engage fully in each session, with the intention that you feel accepted, understood, and empowered to do the work you want to do in therapy.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Creative, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Anthem Ohio Medicare Advantage,

Christopher Kennedy

Christopher Kennedy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I believe everyone deserves to feel valued, respected, and accepted exactly as they are, without fear of judgment.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taisha Cromity

Taisha Cromity

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe every person has the strength to rewrite their story — I'm here to help you find the pen and the courage to use it!”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Hannah Hall

Hannah Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have a holistic, creative approach to counseling, focusing not just on talk-therapy, but mind-body connection and our network of supports and relationships. I have worked in non-profit and community counseling centers and have experience with all ages of clients as well as multiple levels of abilities. My education background is not only in clinical mental health counseling but also peace and justice and art studies.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Drotar

Rachel Drotar

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“Rachel provides trauma-informed, sex-positive, and gender-affirming care, as well as care to the LGBTQIA+ and consensual non-monogamy communities.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Kenneth Seeley

Kenneth Seeley

Therapist

Virtual • Akron, OH


Hi my name is Ken Seeley. I am here to help you. I have been practicing as a therapist for a total of 14 years. I specialize in working to help clients age 18 and up with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD and ADHD rise above their life situations, trauma by helping them learn to retrain their mind and body. I focus on helping you by giving you practical tools to help challenge your thinking a beliefs about yourself, changing behaviors that are not helpful while learning to intentionally continue to practice behaviors that are helpful and also helping you learn to regulate your body during stress and life circumstances. I love what I do and practice what I teach in my own life. I see adults. I do not do couples counseling at this time.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Brigitte Belmonte Jarc

Brigitte Belmonte Jarc

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hiya! Thank you so much for taking the time to patiently sift through many profiles to find me. Now that you're here, I will give you my best elevator speech. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and substance use - all the messy, complicated parts. Over 17 years, I’ve done everything from case management to clinical supervision at a community mental health agency and crisis intervention at a managed care company. As a biracial person (Filipina and Polish), I bring personal understanding to those navigating cultural identity, family expectations, and the feeling of not quite fitting in anywhere.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Laura Cernosky

Laura Cernosky

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I motivate clients throughout the therapy process and believe in always identifying a client's strengths even in tough situations.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jill Keller

Jill Keller

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am open and honest with all my clients. I have an LISW and have work in the mental health field since I was 21, starting with working in direct care in a child residential facility, to a Workshop for intellectually disabled adults, assistant to psychologist who performed psychological testing, to 4 years as a therapist. Personally I am married with 2 wonderful children and prefer to read novels on my free time.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Tracy Harper

Tracy Harper

Therapist

Virtual • Willoughby, OH


“I believe therapy should feel both safe and productive — a place where you are deeply understood while also challenged to grow.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Delphine Atemnkeng

Delphine Atemnkeng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“My goal isn't just symptom relief. It is helping each person build sustainable, long-term mental wellness.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jessica Fowler

Jessica Fowler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beachwood, OH


“As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I specialize in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of mental health conditions across the lifespan.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Jessica Vargas

Jessica Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I believe therapy should help you feel understood while also giving you the tools and confidence to handle the challenges in front of you.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

About our therapists in Ohio who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Ohio
There are over 1,195 therapists in Ohio accepting new patients.
1,195+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 13%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 15%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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