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Grief counselors and therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh's compassionate mental health community includes providers trained in Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy, acceptance-based approaches, and supportive bereavement counseling. Headway makes finding the right grief counselor accessible—choose from 1,564 licensed providers, schedule virtually or in-person, and work with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Kesha Jackson

Kesha Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • East McKeesport, PA


“I have 24 years experience in assisting individual clients dealing with a range of emotional difficulties including anxiety, depression, stress management, confidence building, gender identity, and couples issues.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joshua Weiss

Joshua Weiss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I am a licensed professional counselor with a Gestalt and Holistic Wellness approach towards therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Daniel Hertzberg

Daniel Hertzberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I utilize Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy, which is the gold-standard treatment for OCD and is extremely helpful for anxiety, phobias, facing uncertainty, and other fears.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Wilshire

Samuel Wilshire

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


Hello! I am a therapist working in the South Hills of Pittsburgh. I take an eclectic approach to therapy using tools from the best of classic and contemporary treatment. My work is relational, inquisitive, and depth oriented

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Hawkins

Robert Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.5 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


I have 25 years of experience working in-patient and out-patient treatment. I have worked with individuals with general mood disorders and addiction. I also use group therapy to connect others with similar issues to enable connections that the clients may not otherwise have. I believe that my clients prefer the warm, comfortable style that I use.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Altomonte

Stephanie Altomonte

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I always stress to prospective clients that the relationship between them and the therapist is crucial for success in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Baton

Tracy Baton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I have lived experience in several of the areas I work in — which means I'm not just theoretically informed, I know something about what it actually costs to do this work on yourself.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Caitlin Frayer

Caitlin Frayer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I take an eclectic, "curious cat" approach—drawing from a range of evidence-based methods to gently explore what fits you best.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Chancie Chaney

Chancie Chaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I blend mind-body approaches with cognitive behavioral approaches to help clients regulate their nervous system so they can take meaningful action toward the life they want.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kathleen McGrath

Kathleen McGrath

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I am certified in EMDR therapy and have extensive trauma training, including attachment trauma in children and teens.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ian Halim

Ian Halim

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Pittsburgh, PA


“I strive to create a positive environment that balances focus on support with focus on change and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Pacella

Nicole Pacella

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Bridgeville, PA


“You do not need to have everything figured out before starting treatment. We will begin where you are and move forward at a pace that feels supportive, steady, and collaborative.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eleni O'Brien

Eleni O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Carnegie, PA


“I specialize in evidence-based treatments to help clients reduce avoidance, build resilience, and regain a sense of control in their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marci Sturgeon-Rusiewicz

Marci Sturgeon-Rusiewicz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Oakmont, PA


“A client might expect to start feeling change within, simply from being able to express themself to another human being in a safe space.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacqueline Partee

Dr. Jacqueline Partee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Upper Saint Clair, PA


“Together, we explore your history, environment, physical health, and relationships systems to understand what sustains you, what causes harm, and where healing can take root.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathleen Hays

Kathleen Hays

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Homestead, PA


“I'll meet you where you are. Therapy to help others develop overall health & well-being; in life & in relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Semego

Julie Semego

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • 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 7 insurance carriers
Christina Schamp

Christina Schamp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Canonsburg, PA


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where we can work together to uncover your strengths, understand your challenges, and achieve your personal goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lori Gephart

Lori Gephart

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Warrendale, PA


“My passion is helping individuals to move beyond anxiety, panic, emotional pain, grief, relationship issues and trauma to find peace and joy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Samantha Armes

Samantha Armes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Cranberry Township, PA


“I am a naturally inquisitive person who is here to build a warm and safe space for clients to be authentically themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristin Massie-Sunday

Kristin Massie-Sunday

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Delmont, PA


“I believe each person holds the potential for deep growth and healing, and that therapy works best as a respectful, authentic, and empathetic partnership.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelly Lear

Dr. Shelly Lear

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Washington, PA


I’m a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience with adolescents, adults, and families. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology with a specialty in family therapy, and have worked in residential substance abuse, college counseling, and private practice settings since 1980, as a general practitioner and from an integrative culturally-sensitive orientation.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashton Bartholow

Ashton Bartholow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Warrendale, PA


“With a blend of Motivational Interviewing and CBT, I meet you exactly where you are and help you move toward where you want to be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Julie Sangster

Julie Sangster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Beaver Falls, PA


“I believe in building skills and supporting you so you are empowered to make the changes you want to make to have the life you want to have!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Klixbull

Elizabeth Klixbull

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Slippery Rock, PA


“I believe treatment is most effective when it is personalized, practical, and aligned with each client's goals and values.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stacey Laverock

Stacey Laverock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hermitage, PA


I am an LCSW, psychotherapist, with 12+ yrs experience in the Mental Health field. I have worked in many different Mental Health Settings such as: Residential, IBHS, Drug/Alcohol, and Community Based. Specializations include: CCTP, EMDR, and Anxiety, Depression.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Constance Manley

Constance Manley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Johnstown, PA


“I am a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in diverse clinical and counseling settings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sarah Levine

Sarah Levine

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Johnstown, PA


“I attempt to create a safe, caring environment to support clients in reaching goals such as being able to fully engage in life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Marina Che

Marina Che

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Welcome. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing high-quality, evidence-based care in outpatient settings. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, and complex life transitions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 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
Peg Gerns

Peg Gerns

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm warm and empathetic, and I won't avoid the hard stuff. I'm direct without being critical, so you'll always know where I stand—and that I'm on your side.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Taylor Dawson

Taylor Dawson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


If you are navigating the heartbreak of infertility, the overwhelm of new motherhood, or the quiet weight of trying to hold it all together while still feeling like yourself, you are in the right place. I work with women in seasons of big change in this chapter of life, including fertility journeys, pregnancy and postpartum, identity shifts, and stress that lingers long after the day ends. You do not have to figure it out alone, and I would be honored to walk alongside you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Lynette Luckers

Dr. Lynette Luckers

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I integrate a client-centered approach to empower clients to identify their own strengths through guided self-discovery and skills development.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Varnell

Sophia Varnell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“You are the architect of your life and with humor, creativity, and participation together we can create the key that unlocks the many doors that lead to you discovering your empowered and affirmed Self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Francesca Cochard

Francesca Cochard

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to helping clients rebuild safety, strengthen relationships, and heal from overwhelming experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Michael Zwizanski

Michael Zwizanski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in helping clients navigate major life transitions—such as becoming a parent, getting married or divorced, changing careers, or coping with health challenges and grief.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kyle Galer

Kyle Galer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and engaged. I will not simply sit back, nod, and expect you to figure everything out alone.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Arielle Ray

Arielle Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have experience treating patients with depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and I have done specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christoffer Dunsmuir

Christoffer Dunsmuir

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I have been practicing therapy for several years (licensed for almost 2) and the more I do it the more I enjoy it. I enjoy hearing people's stories and watching them change and progress in many different ways. I like to ask questions, but am not afraid to challenge something or make a joke at times. I have worked in the drug and alcohol field for several years and in that field I encountered many different mental health conditions.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, PTSD
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 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 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Pittsburgh, PA
There are over 20 therapists in Pittsburgh, PA accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 80%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 80%Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 25%Man
License types
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  • 65%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy
  • 15%Family therapy

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