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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Grief therapy in Bala Cynwyd connects you with 1,653 licensed providers experienced in bereavement support, complicated grief treatment, and coping with loss. Our therapists offer evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Complicated Grief Treatment to help you navigate anticipatory grief, loss of loved ones, and unresolved grief with compassion and practical tools.

Jehlisah Vaccarella

Jehlisah Vaccarella

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Therapy with me isn't about fitting you into a protocol — it's about figuring out what's actually going on...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Bell

Jessica Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Some people experience fear that holds them back. Others are so weighed down by the complexities of life that it feels like there is not enough energy to do anything. Over time, they shift further and further away from the person that they know they can be, but they feel like they’ve already tried everything and feel stuck. If you can resonate, the bravest thing you can do is reach out. We all have core beliefs that define how we see ourselves and the world. These beliefs have huge implications for our emotional, behavioral, and relational patterns. Some are positive and helpful, and others are fear-based and limiting.


I help people gain awareness of their limiting core beliefs so they can actively reframe them, if necessary, into more beneficial and realistic beliefs. Together, we can explore the internal and external factors that impact not only your beliefs, but the feelings, behaviors, and relationships associated with those beliefs.


I collaborate with individuals, couples, and families, and together, we work to accomplish the changes they desperately want to make. If you are ready for a change, know I will be right by your side as you reclaim joy, face your fears, and begin to feel at peace with yourself again (or maybe even for the first time).

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Adiletto

Benjamin Adiletto

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and respected.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michael Drag

Michael Drag

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have worked in trauma primarily over my career and found that people are a culmination of their experiences and reactions to said experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Thummel

Michael Thummel

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I've spent 25 years working with adults who live outside the mainstream: men navigating identity and shame, people in the LGBTQ+ community, folks in ENM or kink relationships, and individuals re-entering society after incarceration.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kierstyn Berube

Kierstyn Berube

Therapist

Virtual • Lansdale, PA


“I love to incorporate the arts to foster creativity in my sessions... I use both art and music therapy techniques to approach counseling in a unique and creative way within my sessions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juda Decara

Juda Decara

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe the client is the driver and I am the navigator and together we work toward the client improving their overall wellbeing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Wayne Gibbs

Wayne Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Aston, PA


“My approach is practical, strength-based, and trauma-informed: we identify patterns, develop coping tools, and set achievable steps toward change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jill Bertz

Jill Bertz

Therapist

Virtual • Lafayette Hill, PA


“I believe therapy should honor your unique experiences and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, respected and truly heard.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ibrahim Kurdieh

Ibrahim Kurdieh

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I focus on exploring different mindsets and heightened states of awareness to help you discover your true purpose and authenticity.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tara McMichen

Tara McMichen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I will work to ensure that from day one I create a therapeutic environment that will promote open communication, as well as a setting where you feel safe and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Kamala Glenn-Taylor

Dr. Kamala Glenn-Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I practice from a systemic perspective meaning that I consider not only a client's presenting condition but also the factors influencing their condition.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Candace Gudgeon

Candace Gudgeon

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm warm, empathetic, and fully accepting of who you are. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, valued, and supported as you navigate your unique journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amber Pham

Amber Pham

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


With over a decade of experience in the mental health industry and a diligent practicing Buddhist, Amber's work aims to heal and prevent, rather than managing symptoms. She provides a safe space where holistic healing and preventative strategies could thrive, offering clients a more comprehensive path to well-being.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I want to help you to be the best version of yourself. My goal is for you to leave our meetings feeling better than when you arrived; clearer, calmer, and more empowered to achieve YOUR goals!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Rachael Cohen

Rachael Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that therapy is a way to process current feelings, as well as gain insight and empowerment through reflection on the past.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Benjamin Nguyen

Benjamin Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My practice bridges the gaps between the science of the brain, the psychology of the mind, and the art of the soul.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Katie Ionescu

Katie Ionescu

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is integrative and individualized, drawing from CBT, DBT, strengths-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed practices...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Scott Clary

Scott Clary

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have over 25 years of experience in the fields of Mental Health, Behavioral Health and Substance Use and Addiction.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Su

Michael Su

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Malvern, PA


“I am warm, empathic and knowledgeable. I would listen to clients' story first then provide guidance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Dawn Murphy Lcsw

Dr. Dawn Murphy Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Dr. Murphy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 40 years of experience in counseling individuals and families. She specializes in various areas of psychotherapy in including – Christian focused, Trauma focused, Addiction and recovery, Veteran PTSD and Military sexual trauma, depression/anxiety/bipolar disorder, Grief and victims of abuse.

Education:

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Michigan in Flint, MI.

Master Social Work from Eastern Michigan in Ypsilanti, MI.

Doctorate in Behavioral Health and Integrated Primary Care from Arizona State University

Additional Credentials - Certified Master Addiction Counselor (PMAC), Certified Process therapy – trauma focused (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Treatment in Chronic Pain (CBT-CP)

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Samantha Garrison

Samantha Garrison

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, curious, and down-to-earth. I'm not afraid to be direct and believe humor can be a powerful part of healing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Barbara Byers

Barbara Byers

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Clients can expect to leave sessions with me feeling empowered and understood, armed with the ability to create boundaries, be introspective and able to regulate emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 12 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
Shannon O'Sullivan

Shannon O'Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe meaningful change happens through authentic connection, deep understanding, and honoring each person's unique journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jonathan Blackwell-Rodgers

Jonathan Blackwell-Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lehighton, PA


“I utilize music, art, activities and social awareness to enhance mood, self-regulation and general coping needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Meghan Huerbin

Meghan Huerbin

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy should be a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can openly process emotions, build coping skills, and work toward meaningful change at their own pace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Moran

Megan Moran

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe in working with clients to identify their strengths and identify solutions, I believe my role is to support my clients as they identify their goals and strategies that work best.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Louise Angela Shearon

Louise Angela Shearon

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm here to really listen, understand what's been hard, and offer the kind of support you haven't been able to find yet.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mia Dorman

Mia Dorman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


My name is Mia Dorman and I am a Therapist/ Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes that if you do the work on yourself you can build the resiliency to live the life that you desire. I am licensed in Delaware Pennsylvania and Maryland. My philosophy is that I live to RESTORE HOPE in people especially my clients. The word HOPE is filled with having the expectation of finding out what you want out of life or of bringing back what has inspired you to achieve your goals in the past. In life, people can deal with many experiences that can make life difficult. I would like to help you learn how to cope with the ups and downs of life. Through the use of my knowledge and training, I specialize in helping clients overcome depression, seasonal issues, bipolar disorder and anxiety/social anxiety, I have the tools to work with those clients who are experiencing grief and loss. I do not have the expertise to work with clients who have ADHD and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I focus on doing therapy through telehealth. I work with clients who are 18 years and above. I have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked at schools, hospitals, small agencies and large agencies. I have been in the field for over 20 years and I love working with clients.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Irene Tetzlaff

Irene Tetzlaff

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I utilize a holistic approach for my clients. I work with clients to develop a treatment plan best suited to the individual, using evidence-based practices.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tam Cao

Tam Cao

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hello my name is Tam and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and move toward healing, stability, and personal growth. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and supported without judgment.

My clinical approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths, explore patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical tools for coping and change. I strive to create a safe, respectful space where clients feel comfortable being open and authentic.

I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and complex social stressors. My background in social work allows me to view each person holistically, considering emotional, psychological, social, and environmental factors that impact well-being.

Above all, I believe in meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them at their own pace. My goal is to empower clients to build insight, resilience, and confidence as they work toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Janel Falvey

Janel Falvey

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am passionate about helping people see they can live with emotions and feelings without feeling controlled by them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Marie Dimenna

Marie Dimenna

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I work with adults of all ages and have a special interest in supporting older adults, as well as people experiencing life transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, or spiritual concerns. For clients who desire it, I integrate spirituality and the Christian faith into the therapeutic process in ways that are meaningful and respectful of each person's faith. In addition to being a therapist, I am also an ordained minister who works with people of various faiths.

As a member of the LGBTQ community, I am committed to providing an affirming environment for LGBTQ individuals. I recognize that navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, and faith can be complex. I strive to create a space where every person feels respected, valued, and empowered to live authentically.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Valerie Feeley

Valerie Feeley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified EMDR Therapist, I have over 14 years of experience with the VA treating trauma, anxiety, phobias, attachment wounds, depression and navigating life and career changes.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Folden

Kimberly Folden

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Kim utilizes a strengths-based client-centered approach, trauma-informed treatment, and cognitive-behavioral techniques with her clients to promote healing and wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Buono

Emily Buono

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors to the success of therapy...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanesha Elam-Snowden

Tanesha Elam-Snowden

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I approach therapy as a warm and collaborative partnership where clients feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Analia Riemer

Analia Riemer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


As a bilingual and bicultural therapist providing services in both English and Spanish, I offer a warm, supportive, and culturally responsive space where adults can feel heard, understood, and empowered. I work with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, and major life transitions.

I believe that healing begins within a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we will explore how past experiences may be impacting your current thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self while building practical tools to help you move forward.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists located within 20 miles of Bala Cynwyd, PA who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Bala Cynwyd, PA
There are over 49 therapists in Bala Cynwyd, PA accepting new patients.
49+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 82%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 82%Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
  • 2%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 24%Man
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 20%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 27%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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