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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 1,671 licensed providers, schedule virtually or in-person, and work with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Jada Pannell

Jada Pannell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


With 8 years of experience in the mental health field, I firmly believe in the parity of mental and physical health. Life often leads us into dark tunnels, and my role in therapy is to guide individuals toward the light at the end of those tunnels.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Canteen

Jessica Canteen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Working with me feels collaborative and client-centered; I tailor my approach to each individual, infusing creativity and practical strategies that promote healing, skill-building, and self-discovery.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Erika Ames

Erika Ames

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My job is to offer a warm, honest space where you can finally say them—no judgment, no pressure to be "fine."”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adene Karhan

Adene Karhan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • York, PA


“I believe therapy should fit the person, not the other way around. My approach is very flexible and client-centered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wade Caldwell

Wade Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I take a warm, empathetic, and direct approach to working my clients. I believe that people can be incredibly resilient when they put their minds to it. Together, we can tap into your potential to strengthen your competence and tackle your goals. I will fight for you to rid yourself of unhelpful patterns and narrow the gap to the life you desire.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dania Alkhabaz

Dania Alkhabaz

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm especially passionate about supporting BIPOC clients as they navigate identity, culture, and systemic stressors.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alecia Denillo

Alecia Denillo

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I meet you where you are—with warmth, curiosity, and respect—and I gently challenge you when it's helpful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Daniel Karlow

Daniel Karlow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisburg, PA


“I work with workers/therapists/nurses who work with traumatized children who have a hard time separating their work and personal life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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Dr. Dagmawi Dagnew

Dr. Dagmawi Dagnew

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling heard, supported, and equipped with practical tools to handle life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Hageman

Sarah Hageman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I specialize in helping adults struggling with binge eating, emotional eating, chronic dieting, body image concerns, and anorexia or bulimia. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and focused on helping clients build a healthier relationship with food and their bodies. If you are tired of living with your eating disorder, let's work together to hand over the eviction notice!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Wall

Joseph Wall

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Real, Honest, and Relational therapy. I attempt to join client, and support them on the journey to create their own narrative for their future.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Clyde King

Clyde King

Therapist

Virtual • Marcus Hook, PA


Hello I am Clyde who wants to ensure you receive the best treatment you can, offering treatment in a safe space, nonjudgmental, honest, confidential, timely warm, kind, considerate, professional, ethical, skillful, relevant, current way. Look forward to getting to know you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diamond Arthur

Diamond Arthur

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“For more than a decade, I've walked alongside New Jersey and greater Philadelphia residents through some of life's most challenging chapters: addiction, trauma, family conflict, life changes, and relationship stress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Beth Mcginley

Dr. Beth Mcginley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Using cognitive behavioral approaches, I help clients rethink how to react, reframe and reimagine their choices and relationships...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Weisel

Melissa Weisel

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Therapy should be individualized, offering both space to explore concepts and structure for changing behaviors if desired.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pascale Davis

Pascale Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As a survivor of Complex PTSD myself, I have a special understanding and passion about helping others heal with patience and grace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kirsten Stralkowski

Kirsten Stralkowski

Therapist

Virtual • Skippack, PA


“My approach to counseling is collaborative. I meet my clients where they are at in their process and tailor my strategies accordingly.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Paulson

Kristin Paulson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


For more than 30 years, I have been helping children, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges, heal from difficult experiences, and build stronger, healthier relationships. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma, significant life stressors, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions.

I believe healing happens when people feel truly seen, heard, and understood. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, discover their strengths, and develop a greater sense of peace, resilience, and self-confidence.

I earned my Master of Social Work from Temple University and my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Catawba College. Throughout my career, I have remained committed to meeting each client where they are and helping them create meaningful, lasting change.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Alison DuBois

Dr. Alison DuBois

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I have spent most of my professional life helping people manage stress, burnout, trauma, change, and the general emotional chaos that comes with being human. With a background spanning clinical counseling, higher education, leadership development, special education, and mental health advocacy, I bring both deep expertise and genuine relatability to the therapy process. I have presented nationally on topics like compassion fatigue, resilience, and trauma, but believe some of the best therapeutic work still happens in simple, honest conversations where people finally feel heard.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Wynda Jefferson

Wynda Jefferson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is humorous and relatable. I balance this with my extensive professional knowledge and great empathy I hold for all my clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tammy Jamison

Tammy Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Bell, PA


“I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR to help you better understand yourself, build healthy coping skills, work through challenges, and make positive changes at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Paul Tierney

Dr. Paul Tierney

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


What should your client know about you?

Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years of experience helping people navigate some of life's most challenging moments. My background spans addiction recovery, the LGBTQ+ community, and the child welfare system, including working with foster and adoptive families. As both a member of the LGBTQ+ community and an adoptive and former foster parent myself, these aren't just areas of clinical expertise -- they're deeply personal to me. I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience to my work.

What is your approach to therapy?

My role is to support you, not to tell you how to live your life. I take a client-centered approach, listening closely to what you want to work on and helping you build concrete, achievable goals at a pace that works for you. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), while also weaving in elements of ACT, DBT, and mindfulness to tailor our work to your individual needs.

What can clients expect from their first session with you?

Your first session is all about you: your story, your goals, and what you hope to get out of therapy. I create a warm, judgment-free space where you can speak openly and feel truly heard. From there, we'll identify concrete, achievable goals and take things one step at a time, so that progress between sessions feels manageable and real.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Kimberlee Kaercher

Dr. Kimberlee Kaercher

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Taking the step to begin therapy takes courage, and I believe the relationship between therapist and client is the foundation of meaningful change. I'm Dr. Kimberlee Kaercher, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and founder of Lumax Counseling Services, LLC. I hold a Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology and a master's degree in counseling, and I have supported children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across school and clinical settings. I provide a professional, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel genuinely understood. My background is somewhat unique and informs everything I do. Years of experience as an educator and special education teacher, along with my training in forensic psychology, have given me a deep understanding of behavior, development, trauma, and the many factors that shape a person's life. I bring that perspective into the therapy room with warmth, professionalism, and genuine care for the people I serve.

Whether you are working to strengthen your relationship, healing from trauma, managing anxiety or depression, facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to face it alone. I would be glad to answer any questions you may have and to talk with you about how we might work together. I look forward to hearing from you and supporting you on the path toward healing and growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittany Langhoff

Brittany Langhoff

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe you will not be content in your life until you achieve balance in your life, and this will not occur until you prioritize your mental health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christian Carroll

Christian Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I give my clients useful interventions and tools that can help them with different issues they are facing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daniel Feinstein

Daniel Feinstein

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy is all about collaboration and empowerment. Working together to set goals and develop the tools and skills to live a more satisfied and fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cheryl Cifelli

Cheryl Cifelli

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


My approach is highly individualized, blending creativity and empathy to tailor each session to the unique needs of my clients. I collaborate, working closely with clients to set meaningful and inspiring goals.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Scheerbaum

Alyssa Scheerbaum

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in working with teens and young adults (14 through 40s) using cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing techniques...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Annah Mwaria

Annah Mwaria

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


My name is Annah Mwaria, founder of Jabez Family Therapy. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, and trained Christian counselor. My passion is to assist individuals, couples and families deal with emotional and mental health issues and disruptive life changes. I love assisting clients to move beyond these challenges.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Saadiqa Kumanyika

Saadiqa Kumanyika

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“My work is grounded, compassionate, and rooted in helping you feel more connected to yourself, your values, and your support systems.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcella Krance

Marcella Krance

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, the impact of a medical diagnosis and parenting issues. I have worked with children and families in a medical setting for over 20 years. I have also worked closely with individuals and families who have been touched by cancer. I believe in treating everyone with compassion and respect. I believe you are the expert of your life. We are all unique and have our own strengths.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Cecchini

Sara Cecchini

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Clients tell me the biggest shift is just feeling like they can finally speak freely without being judged for it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea Lapinski

Andrea Lapinski

Therapist

Virtual • Abington, PA


I have over 30 years of clinical, counseling and administrative experience working with individuals and couples, addressing the unique issues related to their unique life experiences. I have extensive professional and personal experience with military families and veterans. I understand first-hand the struggles of grief and medical conditions that impact all aspects of life. I have supported chronically and terminally ill patients, individuals living with cancer or chronic medical diagnoses, as well as parents experiencing infertility, peripartum, and postpartum depression. Whether dealing with life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, or divorce, or simply seeking to express yourself and feel more confident, I am here to walk with you, provide insights, and support you toward lasting change.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Martin

Lisa Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I tend to be a "jump right in"/very direct type of therapist and I mostly use Solution Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) methods in my practice.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Philip Morrison

Philip Morrison

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have been working with individuals and families for over 25 years and I like to keep things real, being transparent.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jill Bennett

Jill Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Greensburg, PA


“My approach to treatment is interactive, strengths based, supportive, solution oriented and holistically supportive of body mind and spirit.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Ray

Mary Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm proud to be an LGBTQ-affirming therapist who creates a space where clients of all identities feel truly seen and accepted.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Tierney

Robert Tierney

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Most couples aren't failing because they don't love each other. They're failing because they're stuck in a pattern they can't see...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists serving Pittsburgh, PA
There are over 1,658 therapists in Pittsburgh, PA accepting new patients.
1,658+
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
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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