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Grief counselors and therapists in Knoxville, TN

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Knoxville, TN

In Knoxville, grief and loss support is available through Headway's network of 745 compassionate providers skilled in trauma-informed therapy. From grieving a parent or partner to navigating unresolved grief, our therapists use proven modalities to help you cope with death and loss. Most clients save 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Miranda Lawton

Miranda Lawton

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe healing happens in the presence of compassion, authenticity, and genuine human connection.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, PTSD, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ingrid Ransom Boje

Ingrid Ransom Boje

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I am a specialized trauma therapist trained in EMDR, IFS, Inner Child, Somatic work, and Gottman Couples Therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Christine Faith

Christine Faith

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


Hi and Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who feels honored to support people through their personal challenges and hardships. I’ve been licensed since 2009 and specialize in trauma-informed therapy, working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attachment concerns, and life transitions. I also have a special interest in helping couples who are struggling with disconnection, conflict, or the lasting effects of difficult experiences.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kizzie Banks

Kizzie Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am the clinician that is here to assist you in your journey of well being and everyday life improvement.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karin Booher

Karin Booher

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I love working with the LGBTQIA+ community (bringing lived experience), and individuals with chronic health conditions or disabilities.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Lindsay Loftis

Lindsay Loftis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mt. Juliet, TN


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to be honest.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laila Ashkazari

Laila Ashkazari

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Laila's clinical approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected to enact change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Baldwin

Sara Baldwin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I offer an integrative approach to therapy and tailor it to the emotional, physical, and spiritual/creative needs of each client.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Amanda Rehn

Amanda Rehn

Therapist

Virtual • Chattanooga, TN


“I believe counseling is a collaborative process where healing unfolds through our relationship with ourselves and others.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Tanisha Owusu

Dr. Tanisha Owusu

Psychologist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I bring a steady, thoughtful presence to therapy and take time to understand the full context of your experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Benevento

Heather Benevento

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I try to keep a more personal approach with my clients by displaying empathy and expressing emotions related to their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
LaNee DeJohnette

LaNee DeJohnette

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My passion lies in guiding clients toward becoming their best selves through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, play therapy, trauma processing, mindfulness-based...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“He empowers his clients with the tools to be in control, advocate for themselves and make well-informed treatment decisions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Latonia Collie

Latonia Collie

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard and respected while helping you develop the insight and practical tools needed to create the changes you want in your life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rachael Voelker

Rachael Voelker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kingsport, TN


“I excel in helping clients return to their pre-crisis state. So we will discuss how to do this for you!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
JoDana Varilek

JoDana Varilek

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to counseling is that it's a learning process where respect and trust are built to develop a partnership between the therapist and client.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Hart

Joseph Hart

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“The most significant expert you will ever meet is yourself. I help my clients gain a deeper and more insightful understanding of what that is and what it really means.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amber Williams

Amber Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I prefer a client-centered approach, encouraging each client to play an active part in their treatment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rodney Helton

Rodney Helton

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach to therapy is grounded in creating an open, affirming, and emotionally safe environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chami Kane

Chami Kane

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I feel called to walk with people in their time of need. As someone who has walked through cancer and infertility, I learned a lot of valuable lessons.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amandajo Serrano

Amandajo Serrano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clarksville, TN


I get it—feeling stuck in the same old patterns, craving deeper connections, and wondering how to even begin to break free can be exhausting. If you’re anything like the people I work with (and honestly, like I once was myself), you’ve probably spent a lot of time thinking, “Something has to change... but what?” That’s where I come in.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Andrew Baskin

Charles Andrew Baskin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am committed to treating each client, couple, or family collaboratively and will work with you to identify which intervention or approach will best help you meet your identified goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Brittany Sowder

Brittany Sowder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chattanooga, TN


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and genuinely understood, not rushed or judged.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tamara Reed

Tamara Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach integrates cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, strengths-based, and mindfulness-informed techniques to promote emotional healing, personal growth, and resilience.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sherry Krickel

Sherry Krickel

Therapist

Virtual • Murfreesboro, TN


“My clients often appreciate my warm, compassionate approach and my ability to create a safe environment where meaningful growth feels possible.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Philip Rogers

John Philip Rogers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Murfreesboro, TN


“I am here to come alongside and guide. From the first call to the last session, there will be nothing hidden.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nancy Truett

Nancy Truett

Therapist

Virtual • Knoxville, TN


“I provide compassionate care that is humanistic first, with an added trauma-informed approach to treating a variety of mental health disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ann Brandon

Ann Brandon

Therapist

Virtual • Bristol, TN


“I specialize in helping teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder and more.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Kearby

Karen Kearby

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am interactive, engaged, and provide unconditional positive regard to create a safe environment for expression and exploration.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Hannah Schonewill

Hannah Schonewill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate space where you can feel understood, gain clarity, and build practical tools for lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen Black

Karen Black

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, TN


“It is so very important to me as a therapist to create a counseling environment that is inviting, relaxed, and a place where clients can be still...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Deandra Smith

Deandra Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, postpartum depression, and bipolar disorder in patients 6 years old throughout the lifespan.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachael Henderson

Rachael Henderson

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I provide a safe environment for individuals and families to address their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without the fear of judgment or rejection.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. LaTraci Aldridge

Dr. LaTraci Aldridge

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I take a direct approach with clients that is authentic and real. My directness allows for clients to confront their issues head on while also working with them to see their own strengths.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Brzezienski

Alexandra Brzezienski

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have a special passion for helping healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone experiencing secondary trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie Flannagan

Julie Flannagan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hendersonville, TN


Welcome! As a licensed marriage and family therapist my goal is to create a safe and warm environment so that my clients feel comfortable as we get to know each other. I enjoy working with individual adults who are dealing a wide range of stressors.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marissa Gray

Dr. Marissa Gray

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in healing and thriving, not just surviving. Therefore, it is vital that whole body wellness be the goal of each appointment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ricki Briana Martin

Ricki Briana Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I have a special passion for supporting Black women and families through culturally responsive care...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Callaway

Carrie Callaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nashville, TN


“I strive to provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable, so you can then address what is bothering you, with the goal of your feeling better.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists serving Knoxville, TN
There are over 747 therapists in Knoxville, TN accepting new patients.
747+
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
  • 94%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Ascension
  • 50%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 20%Man
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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