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Grief counselors and therapists in Allentown, PA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Allentown, PA

Loss impacts everyone differently, and Allentown residents deserve compassionate support. Headway's network includes providers experienced in coping with death, anticipatory grief, and unresolved loss—using modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy. Find your fit among our providers with flexible scheduling and affordable care options.

Amanda Specht

Amanda Specht

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Blair Suppes

Blair Suppes

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am here to help match your pace and meet you exactly where YOU are. My goal is to make you feel understood and help you reach your goals!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Baindu Gbow

Baindu Gbow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to care is patient-centered, collaborative, and holistic. I believe effective mental health treatment involves understanding the whole person...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Regina Graft

Regina Graft

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As a Licensed Professional Counselor I have worked in the field of mental health for the past 17 years.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Jones

Elizabeth Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I look to provide unconditional support and encouragement within the therapeutic setting to help you find the right skills to build confidence and mastery in order to overcome those challenges independently.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Pamela Sykes

Pamela Sykes

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, respectful, and down-to-earth, and I aim to create a space where you feel genuinely heard and supported as you move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 22 insurance carriers
Julie Semego

Julie Semego

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wexford, PA


“I focus on helping individuals and couples to gain understanding of themselves and others so they can live a more purposeful life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christine Bennett

Christine Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I have a M.S. Mental Health Counseling graduate degree with a specialization in Substance Abuse Disorder, a M.A. Psychology graduate degree and an undergraduate B.A. Psychology degree.

I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, detox and rehab facilities, outpatient PCP and IOP mental health and individual private practice. I have worked with a range of different clients from many different backgrounds and ages (children, preteen, teen, adult and elderly).

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

Barbara Pane

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest with themselves and supported enough to try something new.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Abes

Daniel Abes

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My philosophy is to help clients develop a more hopeful outlook and cultivate mindfulness practices in their everyday lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katelyn Regan

Katelyn Regan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“For the past 10 years, I worked in a hospital setting where I provided behavioral health care, assessments, care coordination, education, and crisis support to transgender youth ages 5-25 and their families.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawneisha Spratley

Dawneisha Spratley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have supported many people with healing from past traumas, repaired broken relationships in and outside of their families, and identified crisis plans for patients who were at risk of harm.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Colynn Ohen

Colynn Ohen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am direct and straightforward in my communication, ensuring clarity about diagnosis, treatment options, and next steps.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Purcell

Michael Purcell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Finding the right therapist can feel like a leap of faith — especially when you've spent years wondering if anyone will truly get you. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, life transitions, or carrying weight you've never said out loud, you deserve a space where you don't have to explain yourself from the beginning. That matters here. You are not too much. You are not too complicated. And you don't have to perform wellness to be worthy of support.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kyra McFadden

Kyra McFadden

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in helping people move through trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and questions around identity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Amendola

Mark Amendola

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I bring warmth and structure to each session. Rooted in CBT, solution-focused, and strength-based methods, therapy with me is goal-oriented and practical.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Dambach

Catherine Dambach

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“I am a great listener, and I validate your thoughts and feelings. I will help you develop goals that are attainable and realistic and work with you every step of the way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Davis-Johnson

Crystal Davis-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Elkins Park, PA


“My compassionate, warm, and supportive approach is grounded in evidenced-based, integrative, and client-centered techniques.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Walter

Chris Walter

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I became a therapist because I find people genuinely fascinating, specifically how we each experience ourselves, life, and reality, and how we approach living – our inner process. That curiosity has driven more than 20 years of clinical & spiritual work with adults navigating trauma, sexuality, spirituality, expanded states of consciousness, depression, anxiety, identity, grief, men's issues, and major life transitions. Currently, I run my private practice while also directing and teaching in a graduate Counseling Psychology program.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kenlo McGowan

Kenlo McGowan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My counseling approach is based upon acceptance, honesty, and providing a comfortable atmosphere for individuals to release and discuss the issues they are struggling with, while getting support, guidance and encouragement.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dawn Kaloz

Dawn Kaloz

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“What humans need the most is a safe space. A place where they're not judged, not rushed, and not told to "just get over it."”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Ashcraft

Paul Ashcraft

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“While I am grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, I take an eclectic approach to our work together, often incorporating ACT, trauma-focused methods, and exposure to accommodate your needs.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Spencer

Katherine Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm and direct, with a focus on helping you create meaningful, sustainable change in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Ostermayer

Michael Ostermayer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hey, I’m Mike and I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families of all ages while addressing all kinds of disorders and problems, including trauma. I’m trained in and utilize multiple modalities including CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing and others. As a graduate from Lancaster Bible College, I also minored in Bible and can offer you a faith-based approach if you desire. Driven by my passion to help others, I would love to meet you and see if I’m the right fit for you. If not, then I am willing to help you find someone who is.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Monique Savorey-Caro

Monique Savorey-Caro

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 23 years of professional experience dedicated to serving individuals from diverse , cultures, and life circumstances. Throughout my career, I have had the privileege of helping people navigate a wide range of personal, emotional, and behavioral challenges, fostering resilience, growth, and meaningful change. My work is grounded in compassion, respect, and a genuine commitment to understanding each person's unique experiences and strengths. I am passionate about creating a supportive and collaborative environment where individuals feel heard, valued, and empowered as they work toward their goals and imprve well-being,.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joseph Bretz

Joseph Bretz

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharmane Jackson

Sharmane Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can come as you are, with no pressure, and feel comfortable being yourself.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Psyche Young

Dr. Psyche Young

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“I believe everyone deserves optimal emotional health and wellness to help them function at their best selves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Evan Sonnet

Evan Sonnet

Therapist

Virtual • Greensburg, PA


“I know what it can feel like to face obstacles, rebuild confidence, adjust to new realities, and continue moving forward even when the path looks different than expected.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Men's issues, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Konrad Hershey

Konrad Hershey

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach blends practical tools with compassionate support, creating space for growth, resilience, and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Harim Jung

Harim Jung

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As a Queer and Asian American licensed psychotherapist, I believe that feeling seen and understood is essential to the transformative healing process of therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Hudson

Heather Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Who you are matters to me — and I mean that in the most specific way. Your story, your nervous system, your family history, your relationship with yourself. Not a diagnosis. Not a checklist. You.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 24 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and the quiet weight of just not feeling like yourself anymore. I offer telehealth therapy across Pennsylvania and Florida, which means you can access support from wherever you are — no commute, no waiting room.

I began working in criminal justice before pursuing social work — and that dual lens gives me a broad way of understanding people and the systems that shape them. I've worked alongside people in crisis, in grief, in deeply stuck places. I know what it looks like when someone is carrying trauma they've never named, and I know how to sit with you in that without flinching. My style is warm, grounded, and genuinely down to earth.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lourdes Thomas-Leahy

Lourdes Thomas-Leahy

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


My approach is to be present with you during these times, offering a thoughtful and supportive environment as we examine your unique circumstances together.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Moore

Lisa Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“Lisa implements evidence-based practice in mental health counseling, creating a safe emotional space to identify life's challenges and goals...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christine Nichols

Christine Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Christine utilizes multiple treatment approaches including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Motivational Interviewing as well as Solution Focused Therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Cathi George

Cathi George

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“A lifelong curiosity about human resilience and a desire to help others find strength in challenging times are the foundation of my work.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dominic D'Angelo

Dominic D'Angelo

Therapist

Virtual • King of Prussia, PA


“Creating an atmosphere where my clients feel safe is one of my main goals, as I believe this creates conditions for them to self-explore and work through their struggles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sandy Bui

Sandy Bui

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cara Melton

Cara Melton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have developed a passion for working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and autism, helping them navigate challenges while recognizing and building upon their unique strengths.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sabrina Hailey

Sabrina Hailey

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“She has worked with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Allentown, PA who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Allentown, PA
There are over 1,659 therapists in Allentown, PA accepting new patients.
1,659+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 85%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 81%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
  • 71%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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