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Grief counselors and therapists in Chattanooga, TN

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Chattanooga, TN

In Chattanooga, Headway provides access to grief counseling and bereavement support through 791 licensed providers trained in evidence-based approaches. From coping with the death of a loved one to navigating unresolved grief, our therapists offer Complicated Grief Treatment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and supportive counseling. Take advantage of free intake calls and find a provider who understands your unique grief journey.

Charity Smith

Charity Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I’m Charity, an LCSW with 12 years of experience helping people navigate life’s harder chapters. Whether you're managing the weight of anxiety and depression, processing trauma, or adjusting to the unique challenges. I’m here to support you. My background across military and medical settings has taught me that everyone’s journey is different. I’m committed to providing a compassionate, culturally responsive space where you can feel truly understood as you grow.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paul Highfill

Paul Highfill

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have learned that sitting in the "stuckness" with clients is the best way to find the freedom to do something different.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonya Wacker

Tonya Wacker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I treat a wide range of mental health challenges including anxiety and stress, mood disorders, trauma, depression, coping with chronic illness, military family life, and life transitions. I have 30 years of working with service members, families and support system members.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erica Ross

Erica Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gleason, TN


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and empowering space where you can be yourself and grow at your own pace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gail Mullen

Gail Mullen

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am committed to providing a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients can speak openly and honestly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Kelley

Jessica Kelley

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I’m Jessica Kelley, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps adults and couples navigate anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also have a special interest in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, and other seasons of change.

My goal is to help you feel understood while making meaningful, lasting changes in your life. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or simply ready for something to change, we’ll focus on what matters most to you and build practical tools to help you feel more confident, connected, and in control.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Galyon

Jennifer Galyon

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My style is active and straightforward, I don't just listen, I help guide the conversation so we can stay focused on what matters most.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michael Hernandez

Michael Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal as a therapist is to help individuals achieve lasting wellness by finding peace with God, themselves, their families, and their communities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shuntai Walker

Shuntai Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I’m Shuntai Walker (Hill), MA, LPC, NCC, a Licensed Professional Counselor helping women and teen girls ages 13–17 navigate depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, forgiveness, and life transitions. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with intrusive thoughts, or adjusting to a new chapter, I offer a warm, supportive space to feel heard and begin moving forward.

I earned my master’s degrees from Liberty University and Spring Arbor University and am currently pursuing a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at Adler University. I’m accepting new clients and welcome the opportunity to support you or your daughter.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Dorman

Kim Dorman

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Having personally gone through breast cancer twice, I bring both clinical training and lived experience to supporting people dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, and the emotional impact of illness, aging, and caregiving.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alyssa Brandon

Alyssa Brandon

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have a very collaborative therapy style with clients. I do a lot of education around the various mental health disorders so clients can be empowered to control of their mental health...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christopher Atkins

Christopher Atkins

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in working with veterans, first responders, working professionals, and anyone carrying the invisible weight of trauma, burnout, or transition.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Luda Wilner

Luda Wilner

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm a somatic therapist who believes that healing happens when we feel safe enough to come home to ourselves, in our bodies, in our stories, and in our truth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeremy Combs

Jeremy Combs

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I'm a client-centered therapist, always striving for creative ways to meet you where you're at, using a casual, friendly approach to help reach your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Daniel Crowell

Daniel Crowell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that mental health care works best when it's a true partnership — one built on trust, shared goals, and the understanding that you are the expert on your own life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jason Lewis

Jason Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I work to establish a judgment free, warm, loving and accepting relationship where clients feel the freedom to be who they are...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kylie Link

Kylie Link

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lewisburg, TN


“I believe that therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can be understood without judgment and feel comfortable being your authentic self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Manning

Rachel Manning

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship as what drives best outcomes, along with the client working on their goals outside of the therapy sessions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jaimerin Pigrum

Jaimerin Pigrum

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is warm, affirming, and collaborative, creating a space where you can explore your experiences with curiosity rather than judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Ranson

Stephanie Ranson

Therapist

Virtual • Milan, TN


“My approach is grounded in compassion, understanding, and respect for each person's unique story and healing process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robyn Richardson

Robyn Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that every person I sit with has strengths worth building on, and I work hard to see and name those strengths from the very beginning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Tempest Alexandria McDonald

Dr. Tempest Alexandria McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am a multiply neurodivergent therapist and published researcher who is passionate about helping all clients, including those with neurodivergent conditions (diagnosed or self-identified), achieve personal growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bailey Basham

Bailey Basham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winchester, TN


“Sessions with me are honest, thoughtful, and usually a little bit silly; laughter is one of the best medicines there is!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Davis

Cindy Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McMinnville, TN


“My approach to counseling is person-centered and strength-based. This means I believe each person already holds strengths, resilience, and wisdom within themselves...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Mt. Juliet, TN


“My style is warm, supportive and down-to-earth. I want my clients to feel comfortable, so I focus on creating a safe, non judge mental space where they can share openly.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Jordan

Amy Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I approach each individual as the expert in their own life. My goal is to help you access within yourself the way to freedom, peace, and safety.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Valerie Wade

Valerie Wade

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hello!

My name is Valerie Wade. I am a Masters-prepared LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) with over 35 years of experience working in corporate and clinical settings including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, private practice, medical and training. I have assisted clients with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, relationship challenges, parenting problems, substance use and self-esteem issues.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tiffanie McDonald

Tiffanie McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Traci Skinner

Traci Skinner

Therapist

Virtual • Germantown, TN


Hi, great to meet you! With 30 years of experience, I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, heal from past wounds, and rediscover a sense of joy and purpose. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space where you can feel empowered to thrive.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Skyler Baker

Skyler Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Johnson City, TN


“I use a combination of holistic counseling and evidence-based approaches to create a safe, therapeutic space where healing and growth can thrive.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Renee Lackey

Renee Lackey

Therapist

Virtual • Brentwood, TN


Maybe you’re the person who holds everything together, but inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or exhausted from trying so hard to get things right. Or maybe parenting is bringing up emotions and patterns you never expected. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, ADHD, perfectionism, relationships, and parenting. I’m an EMDR-trained therapist, and I’ll help you understand what’s happening underneath—not just manage what shows up on the surface.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madison Bernard

Madison Bernard

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I especially enjoy working with young adults (18-30) who are navigating self-esteem, identity exploration, life transitions, and/or social anxiety.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Identity issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Motter

Victoria Motter

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am Victoria Cruse Motter, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults facing a wide range of issues, including family conflicts, anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, substance use, chronic stress, trauma and PTSD, and women’s issues. My background includes providing counseling in various settings, such as schools, autism centers, pre-schools, juvenile justice programs, and residential group homes for youth in CYS custody. I earned my Master's Degree in Counseling from Pennsylvania State University.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stacey Smith

Stacey Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral, Person-Centered, Trauma-Focused, and Solutions-Focused Therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Satoria Pearce

Satoria Pearce

Therapist

Virtual • Franklin, TN


Growing up and transitioning into adulthood, I always felt that I needed a "person". Someone who could be there to support me through the hardships and uncertainties of life. Someone who was unbiased and was there to just listen or to be that shoulder to cry on when I felt like no one in the world would be able to understand me. Being that person that I once needed, is what fueled the desire within to become a therapist.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelli Jo Oerman

Kelli Jo Oerman

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider (LPC/MHSP). I take a compassionate, person-centered approach, helping clients work through anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions. I also welcome clients who wish to incorporate their faith into their healing journey.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sara Lytle

Sara Lytle

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to help my clients find meaning and hope amidst suffering; experience greater awareness and psychological flexibility; and live in alignment with their deepest values.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maddy E

Maddy E

Therapist

Virtual • Mt. Juliet, TN


“I strive to create an environment that facilitates comfortability, unconditional positive regard, empathy, authenticity, honesty, and laughter.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Jamar

Lisa Jamar

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck and build tools you can use in everyday life—not just in session.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jennifier Campbell

Jennifier Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“As a neurodivergent therapist, I understand firsthand how differently our brains can work- and how important it is to find strategies that actually fit you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Chattanooga, TN who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Chattanooga, TN
There are over 812 therapists in Chattanooga, TN accepting new patients.
812+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 95%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Ascension
  • 50%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 82%Online only
  • 18%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 17%Man
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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