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Grief counselors and therapists in Waco, TX

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Waco, TX

Loss impacts everyone differently. In Waco, Headway's network of 6,846 therapists provides grief counseling and trauma-informed support to help you process anticipatory grief, complicated grief, and unresolved loss with flexible virtual or in-person sessions.

Ambrosia Spaulding

Ambrosia Spaulding

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a trusting and collaborative space where clients feel supported and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jan Garcia

Jan Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as we build on your strengths and move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jacob Read

Jacob Read

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Dallas, TX


“My diverse background allows me to connect deeply with patients from all walks of life, understanding firsthand the challenges they face and the hope that lies in the possibility of change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Del Carmen Castrejon

Maria Del Carmen Castrejon

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Carmen is passionate about empowering teens, adults, couples, and families to discover their God-given strengths and resiliencies.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Belinda Pruneda

Belinda Pruneda

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to provide guidance, support, and practical tools while helping you gain insight, build resilience, and create lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Merit Nwosu

Merit Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“Our philosophy goes beyond medication alone, we take a holistic approach to mental health that includes the thoughtful use of supplements, vitamins, nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Paulina Guzzardo

Dr. Paulina Guzzardo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Worth, TX


“You can expect to be treated with warmth and kindness here, feeling accepted and valued for who you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amber Kwesie

Amber Kwesie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sachse, TX


“My passion for counseling comes from a deep commitment to helping people grow, overcome life's challenges, and reach their full potential.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Miracle Fan

Miracle Fan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“I believe healing begins in connection and expression—connection with yourself and others as well as a safe space where we feel seen, supported, and free to express yourself fully.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Phillip Liu

Phillip Liu

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As the son of Chinese immigrants from Mexico, raised in Mississippi, I understand what it's like to live between cultures and carry big expectations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Le'Gari Daniels

Le'Gari Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I spent more than three years working in inpatient psychiatric settings, which means I have worked with people at some of their hardest moments.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Augustine Alpha

Dr. Augustine Alpha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and grounded in the full complexity of each person's life — not just their presenting diagnosis.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Salwa Mahmoud

Salwa Mahmoud

Therapist

Virtual • Houston, TX


“Through our work together, you'll gain the tools to feel more in control of your emotions and move forward with clarity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a mental health professional striving to build a therapeutic connection that can be shared outside my therapeutic space.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Loriana Martin

Loriana Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work with adults, especially women, navigating anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions, and I offer sessions in both English and Spanish so you can speak in the language that feels most natural to you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Haylie Gatewood

Haylie Gatewood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Abilene, TX


“I work with adolescents and adults who identify as autistic, ADHD, or otherwise neurodivergent, to grow in self-understanding, self-advocacy, and learn strategies...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Neftali Cervantes

Neftali Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I offer a holistic approach as a Catholic Christian therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Krystle Landes

Krystle Landes

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strive to provide a safe and secure space to allow you to process through growth, ruptures and work towards your identified transformation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cassandra Sosa

Cassandra Sosa

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that while many clients come to therapy with similar concerns or goals, each client is unique and deserves care that is tailored to their individual story and needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anne Jones

Anne Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I take a holistic approach to therapy, considering the impact on my clients lives of their ancestry, body, family structures, work and finances, and other intersectional realities.

I am trained in Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy by MAPS with over 3 years of practicing Ketamine-Assisted Therapy in a medically supervised clinical setting.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Shannon Jennings

Shannon Jennings

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am passionate about helping people feel seen, heard, and supported as they navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. My approach is to create an authentic and individual relationship with my clients so they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and hopes without judgment.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leslie Horwitz

Leslie Horwitz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lewisville, TX


“My transition from 30 years in a corporate business environment to the field of counseling provides me with unique insights...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandon Tate

Brandon Tate

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pflugerville, TX


Professionally, I have spent a decade in education (five years as a classroom teacher and five years as a school counselor). This is my third year as a therapist outside of the school setting.

For my masters degree, I attended Texas State University in San Marcos, TX (Eat 'em up cats!). At Texas State, I completed my MA in Professional Counseling with two focuses: school counseling and clinical mental health.

As a former educator, the populations I support include adolescents, young adults, educators, parents/guardians, and caretakers.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Jones

Taylor Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I value creating a steady, supportive environment where clients feel genuinely seen and empowered in their growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Quintin Bailey

Dr. Quintin Bailey

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“The ultimate goal of our work is to help you build a deep, unshakeable sense of self-esteem, self-efficacy, and genuine confidence from the inside out.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Cheek

Chelsea Cheek

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Having navigated my own mental health challenges, I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step and ask for help.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Oluwatoyin Omodaratan

Oluwatoyin Omodaratan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


My name is Oluwatoyin Omodaratan, PMHNP-BC, and I go by Toyin. I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 4 years of experience as a provider and more than 19 years rooted in psychiatric nursing.

I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. My clinical experience spans a wide range of psychiatric conditions across the lifespan, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, psychotic disorders, and other mental health concerns.

I believe in treating the whole person, not just the diagnosis. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and individualized, ensuring that each client feels heard, supported, and actively involved in their treatment plan. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where healing, growth, and stability can occur.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacinda Balboa-Hurley

Jacinda Balboa-Hurley

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that healing begins with connection, and I strive to build authentic, collaborative relationships with each person I work with.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Holly Parks

Holly Parks

Therapist

Virtual • West Lake Hills, TX


“With over 25 years of experience serving youth and families, I specialize in adoption related concerns, parenting support, and trauma-informed, healing-centered care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason King

Jason King

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Worth, TX


“My approach to therapy is direct, practical, and relationship-centered. I believe real change happens when clients feel respected, challenged, and supported at the same time.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eugene Kivett

Eugene Kivett

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am Christian Counselor that utilizes Cognitive Therapy to empower clients making their desired changes in life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fatin Dubaybo

Fatin Dubaybo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am particularly passionate about being inclusive and multiculturally competent; I recognize that our many intersecting identities play a role in how we experience the world...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carmen Larson

Carmen Larson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As someone who has personally overcome trauma, I bring both compassion and real-world understanding to our work together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Benjetta West

Benjetta West

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nadia Joseph

Nadia Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach to therapy is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focusing on how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Garza

Kevin Garza

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a warm, affirming, and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melissa Blackson

Melissa Blackson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to show up as you are without judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ricardo Aleman

Ricardo Aleman

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and affirmed—and it's incredibly courageous to take that first step toward support.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marian Slaughter

Marian Slaughter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I have extensive experience helping adults and children cope with trauma such as childhood trauma, traumatic-attachment disorder, depression, etc.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Julie Peterson

Julie Peterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dwg, TX


Taking the first step is the hardest part—but you do not have to walk it alone.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 29 years of experience helping adults, children, and families transform their lives. I help clients cope with depression, anxiety, anger, coping skills issues, and past traumas. Together, we will clear the path toward your mental health goals, breaking down big obstacles into manageable steps. Your courage brought you here, and my expertise is here to support you the rest of the way. Let’s build the future you deserve.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Waco, TX
There are over 20 therapists in Waco, TX accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 90%Depression
  • 85%Stress management
  • 85%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 80%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 75%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 90%English
  • 5%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 85%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 85%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 5%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 5%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 10%Child or adolescent therapy

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