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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.

Dr. Keith Blackwell

Dr. Keith Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My work is grounded in compassion, respect, and a genuine belief in each person's capacity for growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marla Grafton

Marla Grafton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am an LCSW dedicated to helping individuals of all ages find their way back to peace and confidence.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yunaira Vanessa Rodriguez

Yunaira Vanessa Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and person-centered. I believe you know yourself best, and my role is to provide a safe, supportive space where we can explore what you're experiencing without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Katherine Pang

Dr. Katherine Pang

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I combine CBT with metacognitive strategies to help you better understand how your mind works, improve focus, and manage stress more effectively.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ellen Williams

Ellen Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to provide guidance, support, and a framework for your journey.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Brillon

Dr. Elizabeth Brillon

Therapist

Virtual • Mechanicsburg, PA


“My approach to therapy is a collaborative partnership that is based on authenticity, safety, and affirming strength-based empowerment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jennifer Barber

Jennifer Barber

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


While every person's journey is unique, many clients report feeling more hopeful, confident, and emotionally grounded as they begin the therapeutic process. Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and never judged.

For more than a decade, I've worked with children, teens, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and everyday stress. I believe that the foundation of successful therapy is a genuine, trusting relationship. I take the time to get to know you, meet you where you are, and tailor treatment to your unique needs and goals.

Clients often describe me as warm, compassionate, and easy to talk to. They appreciate that I balance listening and validation with practical tools they can begin using in their daily lives. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for change, we'll work together at a pace that feels right for you. My hope is that you'll leave each session feeling heard, supported, and equipped with strategies to help you move forward with greater confidence and clarity.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Etkins

Lisa Etkins

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to offer a calm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can speak openly and feel understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Katherine Kluna

Katherine Kluna

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that effective therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I tailor my communication style and therapeutic approach to meet your individual needs...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
James Eller

James Eller

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am confident that through our teamwork and collaboration that we can get you to where you want to be in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Dolkas Focham

Dolkas Focham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I understand that challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic psychosis can be overwhelming. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel heard.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robert Tyler

Robert Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“His holistic approach focuses on mind, body, and spirit, while providing a safe and supportive space for growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Katie Frank

Katie Frank

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take a holistic integrative approach to therapy using multiple modalities to meet my clients where they currently are.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Roderick(Roe) Thomas

Roderick(Roe) Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As someone who has lived experience as a Black trans nonbinary polyamorous person I have had to navigate this and more on my life journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Dulaney

Laura Dulaney

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm warm, direct, and practical — I'll sit with you in the hard stuff, and I'll also help you build real tools to move through it.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Lowery

Rachael Lowery

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have a collaborative approach to therapy. I listen to your story and offer reflections and observations, always looking for edits from you!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Sugar

Michael Sugar

Therapist

Virtual • Lancaster, PA


“My therapeutic approach utilizes a Narrative perspective while blending Cognitive and Mindfulness models.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 22 insurance carriers
Susan Toohey

Susan Toohey

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have over 20 years experience of extensive training and experience in working with clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and chronic and serious illnesses.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Makos

Lori Makos

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“She specializes in woman's issues, trauma informed treatment, and spirituality in clinical practice since 2009.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ryan Forrest

Ryan Forrest

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“My goal in therapy is to create a safe space for people to talk through their challenges and create actionable steps to care for self themselves and alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Ftaiha

Rachel Ftaiha

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Welcome to a space where your story is valued. I'm Rachel Ftaiha, here to guide you through life's challenges with a positive, whole-person approach.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Craig Hanauer

Craig Hanauer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and groups. Areas of expertise include, out of control sexual behavior, 12-Step recovery, childhood sexual abuse, shame, body dysmorphia and gender identity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Siford

Alexander Siford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bellefonte, PA


“As a licensed therapist, I seek to provide evidence-based counseling services, influenced by the Christian faith.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Danielle Carlin

Danielle Carlin

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I aim to provide a safe space for my clients. A safe space where they can explore the complexities of their pasts, the melting pot of their emotions, and the truths of their realities.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katie Golbeck

Katie Golbeck

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Clients can expect a thorough, collaborative assessment that identifies strengths, goals, and areas for growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Lombardi

Melissa Lombardi

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am here to validate, actively listen and build your trust so we can work towards meaningful growth, healing and the goals you have for yourself.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Evelyn Rosa

Evelyn Rosa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


Evelyn Rosa, MSN, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in child, adolescent, and adult mental health. At Beyond Mental Health and Wellness, patients receive comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs. With a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, Evelyn provides expert care for conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and more—helping patients regain balance, clarity, and control of their lives.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Yolanda Aguinaga

Dr. Yolanda Aguinaga

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“After 27 years of experience in this field, I utterly believe the mind is a gift, and cultivating it becomes the ultimate task of our lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cheryl Bayo

Cheryl Bayo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I help you name it plainly and work on changing it. With a background spanning children, teens, and adults across individual, group, and family settings, I bring a direct, honest approach I call caring confrontation...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Charity Everett

Charity Everett

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is warm, genuine and collaborative. I believe therapy should be a space where you can be completely honest without feeling judged, while also being challenged when necessary.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Bruckner

Michael Bruckner

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Mike is trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), as well as EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) and uses these modalities with great success.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Meagan Brown

Meagan Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Erie, PA


“My therapeutic approach is holistic and integrative, combining elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jason Juxon-Smith

Jason Juxon-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am passionate about supporting adult men and women on their journey to healing, self-love, and transforming negative self-talk from from negative to positive.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Samuel Means

Samuel Means

Therapist

Virtual • Mount Wolf, PA


“I take a Rogerian approach to counseling by incorporating the idea that a client has the capacity within themselves to resolve their challenge and I work to facilitate the process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Kowalski

Jason Kowalski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I utilize a variety of styles and modalities when working with clients... We all being different experiences to the sessions, its important to fit therapy to these differences.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Victor Franco

Victor Franco

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“He focuses on utilizing the creative process as a means of self-expression and exploring mental health.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elyse Schein

Elyse Schein

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have had experience working with adolescents; adults; couples; family and groups, on issues such as depression, self-esteem, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and grief and loss.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Sheva Weiss

Dr. Sheva Weiss

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Dr. Weiss' style is warm, collaborative, and direct; she aims to cultivate a space where people feel comfortable and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alexis Zollo

Dr. Alexis Zollo

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am a licensed psychologist with specialization in reproductive and perinatal psychology, meaning that I've dedicated my career to helping those who are building their family.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholos Grant

Nicholos Grant

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“During our first session, my main goal is to create a safe, calm, and judgment-free space where you can share at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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