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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.

Angela Keller

Angela Keller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shillington, PA


“I am a trauma-informed therapist here to hold space and help you develop a felt sense of safety while you explore the topics that are important to you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Blanca Estrada

Blanca Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to help my clients find a path to growth and healing. I focus on interventions that guide clients to feel calm, safe and internally connected, which can help them tolerate the unbearable emotions they have been carrying inside and...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evalyn Hart

Evalyn Hart

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is for you to leave sessions feeling a little lighter, more confident, and with useful tools you can apply in everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Sarabeth DiCostanzo

Sarabeth DiCostanzo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Perfection is an illusion. Grace is reality. I want women to feel beautiful, confident and comfortable in their own skin.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stacy Shuchter-Gomez

Stacy Shuchter-Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, lonely, or uncertain? You don't have to face life's challenges on your own. I provide a supportive, compassionate space where we can work together to help you better understand your experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward greater balance and well-being.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, work-related stress, identity exploration, health challenges, family conflict, or relationship concerns, I offer an empathetic, inclusive approach tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll address challenges in your relationships—with partners, spouses, family members, friends, or colleagues—as well as the demands of caregiving for children, loved ones, or aging parents.

I welcome individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, including clients of all genders, ethnicities, races, and LGBTQ+ identities.

All therapy sessions are offered virtually, providing convenient, confidential care from the comfort of your own home.

You deserve a place where you feel heard, understood, and supported. If you're ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can work toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling life.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Morgan McGregor

Morgan McGregor

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal for the first session is to build a genuine connection with each client and provide space for them to share what has brought them to therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarvenaz Asiedu

Sarvenaz Asiedu

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm a queer, neurodivergent therapist who deeply understands the layered experience of navigating multiple marginalized identities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anita Pasquale

Anita Pasquale

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“In my practice, I provide a safe and inclusive space where we can explore your history, values, and aspirations without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joseph Fiore

Dr. Joseph Fiore

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I practice an eclectic approach to psychotherapy. I use several techniques including supportive listening, exploration of communication patterns, reviewing of significant past and present relationships, and analyzing and resolving interpersonal...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dani Vennard

Dani Vennard

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that sustainable change and personal development in therapy occurs within the context of a strong therapeutic alliance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Katelynn Kissling

Katelynn Kissling

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in anxiety, depression, and supporting Children & Adults with autism spectrum disorder and special needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hyungbum Kang

Hyungbum Kang

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“My therapeutic style is active, structured, and goal-oriented while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hellen Kamau

Hellen Kamau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have worked in crisis services and inpatient behavioral health, where I've supported individuals through some of their most challenging moments.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shirley Spence

Shirley Spence

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and the owner of Transformative Journey Counseling, LLC. I hold a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Springfield College and a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Saint Joseph’s University. I also earned my Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from The Pennsylvania State University.

I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, stress, trauma, and adjustment-related challenges. My work focuses on empowering clients to gain insight, build resilience, and find healthy ways to cope and grow through life’s transitions.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Tronco

Sarah Tronco

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe our behavior is adaptive, and with this understanding, we can begin a compassionate exploration of which adaptations continue to serve us, and where we have opportunities for healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Dr. Melissa Garrett-Moultrie

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My counseling style is warm, direct, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jenna Rodjenski

Jenna Rodjenski

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


I bring empathy, humor, and a down-to-earth style to create a space where you can feel safe, seen, and truly yourself. Therapy should feel like a real conversation, not a script. I value connection and will support you with compassion—while also gently challenging unhelpful patterns. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and help you move forward.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Norton

Joshua Norton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take a trauma-informed, collaborative approach that treats the nervous system as central to healing, not incidental to it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dorothy Arnold

Dorothy Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I bring a collaborative approach to our work, helping you navigate challenges, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful, lasting change!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Goddard

Julie Goddard

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I want my clients to feel confident and empowered. I believe that emotional regulation is the key to keeping us emotionally grounded and also that to manage your emotions you must allow yourself to feel them first.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Kia Everett

Dr. Kia Everett

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and collaborative, meeting you where you are while gently guiding you toward where you want to be.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Besima Halilovic

Besima Halilovic

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“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, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erin Ridley

Erin Ridley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have had to learn to use several approaches in therapy. I have used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, along with several others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roxanne Miller

Roxanne Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Newtown Square, PA


“Sessions are collaborative, reflective, and grounded. My goal is to create a space where you can explore both your challenges and your growth with honesty and compassion.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dishonda Hopkins

Dishonda Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


With over a decade of experience, I offer tailored therapy for diverse challenges: Disruptive Behavior, Parental Stress, LGBTQIA Support, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Relationships, Grief, Life Transitions, BIPOC Concerns, and Personal Growth. I use a holistic approach integrating Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and Behavior Therapy. Let's work towards healing and growth together!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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
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
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
Colleen Parfitt

Colleen Parfitt

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Therapy is unique. Sometimes we need support when we go through a specific event and sometimes we just need an extra support system to guide us through life and everything it brings.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Olivia Coffman

Olivia Coffman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am very upfront about guidance provided and insight given. I often take a very honest approach with each client so that are aware of the direction of treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joab Magara

Joab Magara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take a warm, collaborative approach and work closely with you to understand your symptoms and goals, creating practical, effective treatment plans that support real progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Yancun Wisseh

Yancun Wisseh

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“The therapeutic alliance that is the client-therapist relationship will become the greatest change agent-Trust, genuineness, and participation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christen Yassin

Christen Yassin

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“From our first session, you can expect to be heard, to start building a solid rapport with the therapeutic environment; you can expect a non-judgemental environment...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corinne Valentine

Corinne Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I strongly believe that everyone deserves to feel validated and to have their story truly heard. I understand—both personally and professionally—how essential it is to have a safe space where you are taken seriously in order to create meaningful movement and change in your life. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, working with individuals and families in both therapeutic and life coaching settings. Throughout my career, I’ve supported clients of diverse ages, backgrounds, and diagnoses, and I bring that depth of experience into every session.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Roundtree

Rachel Roundtree

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate mental health and substance use challenges while empowering them to achieve their personal goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joy Davis

Joy Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Altoona, PA


You don’t have to face the same thoughts, emotions, or challenges alone. Change is possible, and therapy can provide the tools and support to help you move forward with confidence. With eight years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in both inpatient and outpatient settings, I work with children, teens, and adults to navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and life’s hurdles. As a Certified ADHD Clinical Specialist, I offer focused expertise while creating a warm, understanding space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 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
Jodi Houlon

Jodi Houlon

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe you are the expert on your life. I'm here to guide you through the process of discovering hidden strengths and develop new skills to make positive and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ryan Healy

Ryan Healy

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and ICU nurse who believes therapy should feel real, supportive, and judgment-free.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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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