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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Vermont

Processing bereavement after losing a parent, partner, child, or friend takes time and support. Headway's Vermont network includes compassionate providers experienced in grief counseling, meaning-making work, and coping with death—using modalities tailored to your unique experience. Find providers with open availability within two weeks.

Robert Descoteaux

Robert Descoteaux

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I’m a licensed therapist with more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health. I trained at Goddard College, earned my doctorate in public health from Tulane University, and am licensed to practice in both Maine and Vermont.

I work with individuals navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. My approach is grounded in an existential perspective, which means I help clients explore questions of meaning, identity, connection, and how their environments shape their wellbeing. I believe that even healthy people can become symptomatic in unhealthy environments, and I work collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, build insight, and move toward lives that feel more authentic and sustainable.

My goal is to offer a thoughtful, supportive space where clients can reflect, heal, and make meaningful change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Mitchell

Christopher Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe many struggles, including addiction, develop as attempts to cope with overwhelming thoughts or emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Dee

Sara Dee

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


Healing isn't about forgetting the past. It's about changing the way it affects your present. Whether you're working through anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorder recovery, or difficult life transitions, therapy can help you better understand the patterns that have been keeping you stuck while creating healthier ways to move forward.

With nearly a decade of experience working with adults, I provide a warm, collaborative, and supportive space where you can feel understood without judgment. My goal is to help you make sense of what's contributing to your current challenges, build on your existing strengths, and develop practical tools that support meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, eating disorders, grief, ADHD, or relationship concerns, we'll work together to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Keri Zwerner

Keri Zwerner

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“We all have the power and ability to make positive changes in our lives to grow and learn, sometimes we just need help finding our strengths to do so.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josh Burke

Josh Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Shelburne, VT


“I would describe my approach to be goal-oriented and client/person-centered, which leads to engaging, practical approaches to problem-solving many concerns as they relate to individual stressors.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aimee Rozum

Aimee Rozum

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I've been in practice for thirty years, working with clients of all ages. I have Master's Degrees in Counseling and Religious Studies, with concentrations in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, EMDR and Expressive Therapies.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Gililland

Kimberly Gililland

Therapist

Virtual • Burlington, VT


“I strive to help individuals build confidence, eliminate self doubt, and navigate successfully through this hectic and beautiful thing we call life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Frank Gonzalez

Dr. Frank Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Williston, VT


“I work with clients in Vermont and Arizona and believe therapy should feel collaborative, grounded, and focused on what matters most to you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Melissa Mason

Melissa Mason

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I do less of-how did that make you feel, and more teaching tricks and tools that will actually help you to make a difference in your life situation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tameika Ivey

Tameika Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“My approach is grounded in CBT and integrates DBT, ACT, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practices to help clients develop insight, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Paul OBrien

Paul OBrien

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe in empowering and motivating my clients to make the changes in life that matter most to their self growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Haviland

Dr. Elizabeth Haviland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Vermont


“My nature is warm yet confident, nurturing and reassuring. I want you to feel at ease from the very beginning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maggie French

Maggie French

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I strive to foster a space that's warm, empowering, and culturally humble—where all identities are respected and you never have to shrink to fit in.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deana Duckenfield

Deana Duckenfield

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe healing happens at the intersection of science and humanity. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices—like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and trauma-informed care—but it's guided just as much by warmth,...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Aaron Kindsvatter

Dr. Aaron Kindsvatter

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I practice depth-oriented psychoanalytic psychotherapy. This means I help people understand the thoughts, feelings, and habits of relating that they've developed over time...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simone Cote

Simone Cote

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative and grounded in your real life — not a one-size-fits-all formula.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Christie

Kathleen Christie

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I draw from a dynamic collection of resources, theoretical approaches, and creative and am exclusively interested in you feeling increasingly empowered to manage your daily experience.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lindsay Travers

Lindsay Travers

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I firmly believe in empowering individuals to build on their strengths and internal resources to navigate challenges and adversities disrupting them from living meaningful lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Aiken

Katie Aiken

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I’m a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) dedicated to supporting you through life’s toughest transitions. I am currently accepting new patients for virtual sessions. Since beginning my practice in 2022, I have worked extensively in community mental health, gaining experience with a diverse range of clients—from adolescents finding their footing to couples strengthening their bonds and elders navigating new life chapters. My background in various therapeutic modalities allows me to tailor my approach to your unique needs. I specialize in helping individuals navigate Addiction & Recovery, Trauma & PTSD, Depression and Adjustment Issues. Whether you are facing a major life change or working through long-standing challenges, I provide a safe, virtual space to help you heal and grow.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer DeBarbieri

Jennifer DeBarbieri

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I prioritize creating a safe, accepting environment where clients can express themselves freely without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Cathy Rahill

Cathy Rahill

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe therapy should be a safe, empowering space where you can untangle what's weighing on you and explore new ways to move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Danielle Capozziello

Danielle Capozziello

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“Bring my best self to share space with you that is comforting, knowledgeable, solution focused, flexible, challenging and safe.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melyse Behavioral Wellness

Melyse Behavioral Wellness

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


Melyse Behavioral & Wellness is a small group practice that empowers, supports and helps clients thrive through their journey. We are a small practice designed to meet the support We have a long history working with kids in the foster care system. I work with clients from various walks of life ages 12 years and older a variety of different emotional difficulties find a way to improve the quality of your relationships with family and friends. You’re taking the first step, and I congratulate you for that because it’s not an easy thing to do.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Hannah Smyth

Hannah Smyth

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I'm a therapist who blends evidence-based approaches—like ACT, mindfulness, and somatic work—to help clients build skills, understand their patterns, and move toward a more grounded, values-aligned life!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olasunkanmi Abiodun

Olasunkanmi Abiodun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Saint Johnsbury, VT


“My focus is not just on symptom management, but on helping you uncover the root causes of your struggles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Margaret Swanson

Margaret Swanson

Therapist

Virtual • Barre, VT


I am Margaret Swanson, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LICSW) in both Vermont and New Hampshire. I specialize in trauma - informed care and work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, bipolar disorder, substance abuse and relationship challenges. My approach draws heavily on Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) - approaches I believe are especially powerful when trauma has made it harder to trust others and move forward. I know how it feels to be stuck. With the right support, meaningful growth is possible. I offer telehealth sessions.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Leon Rodgers

Dr. Leon Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I am a trauma-informed, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral therapist with 37 years of experience providing mental health care...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Kauffmann

Thomas Kauffmann

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


My name is Tom Kauffmann and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was awarded a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Utah in 2015, where I attended classes on their campus in Salt Lake City. I also graduated from a one year licensed alcohol and drug counseling program (LADC) in 2013 at the same university prior to getting my Master's degree. I specialize in using cognitive behavioral techniques and strategies to help folks investigate how they think about things.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrew Titus

Andrew Titus

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I work especially well with LGBTQ+ adults and people carrying the weight of family expectations, shame, religion, or complicated attachment histories.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Linda Merck

Linda Merck

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


Hi, I am Linda. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience providing compassionate care to individuals who are experiencing situations that disrupt or dominate their daily lives. I am trauma-trained and I utilize counseling approaches that foster hope resulting in living a more satisfied and resilient life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Domenica Rafferty

Domenica Rafferty

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“You can expect to feel a sense of empowerment, the comfort of having been listened to in a warm and supportive space, and a plan for navigating the journey ahead.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pierrette Lumumba

Pierrette Lumumba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Vermont


“I take a warm, holistic, and collaborative approach to treatment and strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable and heard.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nathan Railla

Nathan Railla

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Saint Johnsbury, VT


“Therapy is a step towards empowerment and clarity. With over 15 years of experience, I will mirror your strength and resilience to overcome obstacles and find clarity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe therapy works best when people feel genuinely comfortable being themselves, not judged, analyzed, or pressured to "have it all figured out."”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Lemaire-Jenkins

Elizabeth Lemaire-Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is collaborative and that individual clients have unique and sometimes unrealized strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tana Massaro

Tana Massaro

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I am a social worker experienced providing supportive counseling with school aged students, adults and the elderly. I am a compassionate listener whose goal is to help you get through difficult situations. I am easy to talk to and have a strong professional work ethic.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sara Subocz

Sara Subocz

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“With a strong belief in the power of humor and connection, Sara works to foster a safe, trusting space where clients can feel seen, heard, and supported as they work towards healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maureen Roianov

Maureen Roianov

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I’m Maureen Roianov, a clinical social worker with 28 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mood challenges. I work with clients in both New Hampshire and Vermont, offering a calm, grounded space where you can feel seen, heard, and safe enough to explore what you want to work on as well as what’s possible. Together, we’ll not only focus on identifying the best way forward, but also on creating meaningful, lasting change in your life.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Muhammad

Dr. Mary Muhammad

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


I work with adults experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, life transitions, chronic health concerns using a lifestyle medicine–informed approach. Many clients feel overwhelmed managing both mental health symptoms and physical conditions, while balancing work, relationships, and caregiving demands. Often high-functioning yet exhausted, they carry a significant mental and physical load and feel disconnected from their needs or direction. This work focuses on restoring stability by addressing the behavioral and lifestyle factors that influence overall health.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lila Webb

Lila Webb

Therapist

Virtual • Vermont


“I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to guide much of my work with clients. Through this, we get clear on what is important to you...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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