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Grief counselors and therapists in Alexandria, VA
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Alexandria, VA
Grief counseling in Alexandria is accessible through Headway's network of warm, affirming providers who specialize in helping you cope with death, anticipatory grief, and complicated bereavement. Sessions can be virtual or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
“My approach is warm, direct, and solution focused. I combine CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and coaching to help you understand your patterns and take meaningful action.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide a supportive and collaborative space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I offer a compassionate place for individuals to sort through whatever is keeping them from experiencing life's best.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25+ years of experience as a psychotherapist and crisis interventionist, I have worked with individuals who are anxious, depressed, experienced trauma and serious mental illness.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients reframe limiting thoughts and integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to support, guide, and empower you as you work through challenges and move toward your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I am a firm believer that all of us go through tough times in our lives, but also that given the proper therapeutic tools you will meet your mental health goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“She brings warmth and empathy to her sessions, fostering a safe space where clients can explore their emotions openly.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I work with individuals who want to improve their mental health while creating a more balanced and meaningful lifestyle.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is centered on creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate their mental health challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals who are processing life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Whether it is to process/gain insight, to build on skills to manage symptoms, to change thinking patterns...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“She empowers her clients to find clarity on their journey by helping them understand and recognize behaviors and patterns that no longer serve them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Ally is a compassionate, understanding, and judgment-free Therapist, who brings authenticity to each session.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in trauma, & addictions. I have extensive experience in working with victims of sexual abuse, severe trauma & physical abuse.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I strive to create an encouraging environment where children and parents feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for lasting growth and connection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
I hope to help you transform those painful, self-limiting beliefs and old patterns into realistic and affirming ones. The process I most often use incorporates bilateral stimulation of the brain. This is a simple technique that often has profound results. It has been shown to move clients very quickly towards the core healing, which is central to lasting results. One of the key benefits of this therapy is the ability to approach new situations /people with creativity, clarity, and new problem-solving techniques. This often occurs spontaneously as part of the process.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Identity issues, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Psychotherapy is a sacred space where individuals can safely explore life's challenges and hard places, with the goal of finding balance and a way forward.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I really do believe that most of the answers we seek in this life reside within us, but are often outside of our awareness.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I have over twenty-five years of working in social work, counseling, and mental health and many more years of building up what is needed to survive the pitfalls of life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
With over a decade of experience, I am dedicated to helping adults find peace, clarity, and emotional balance. I take a holistic, person-centered approach, combining clinical expertise with genuine compassion to support my clients' journey to restoration. I have extensive experience in mental health, correctional healthcare, and community psychiatry.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I draw from trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices, which means I meet you exactly where you are — honoring your background, identity, and lived experience as central to your healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“For young children, intervention is play-based, using activities like art, storytelling, and games to help them express emotions and process experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My style is warm & empowering yet, direct. I help clients bring unconscious patterns into awareness...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, solution-focused, and strengths-based approaches to therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and to live a meaningful life by creating a safe and trusting environment where you can be yourself.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I take an invested and participatory approach to therapy which offers resources, support, and skill-development between sessions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, relational, and insight-driven. I help clients slow down, understand their emotional patterns, and strengthen the relationship they have with themselves and others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe in empowerment when it comes to working on goals and building confidence to meet all of life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I combine practical coping tools with a gentle, curious space where you can slow down, feel understood, and reconnect with what matters most to you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe, supportive space for individuals, families, and couples to explore their experiences and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe that prioritizing your mental health is one of the most powerful steps you can take toward building a happier, more grounded life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Solution Focused, and person-centered approaches to meet you where you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hi - I'm Gina, a licensed LCSW in Illinois with 15 years of professional work experience and a MSW from the University of Chicago. I have experience in helping clients (teens and adults) with stress, anxiety, chronic illnesses, midlife crisis, trauma, abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I use several treatment modalities to include Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Informed Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Counseling. I also offer clinical supervision.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
As a therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, and
individuals, I use a trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Seasons change and so do we. I believe that strong relationships are the foundation of meaningful change. With experience in schools, hospitals, and community mental health, I create a supportive space where you feel seen and heard. Using a person-centered approach, CBT, and mindfulness, I’ll help you reframe thoughts, set goals, and build tools for lasting growth.
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“Real, Honest, and Relational therapy. I attempt to join client, and support them on the journey to create their own narrative for their future.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in empowering my clients to build self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, and create meaningful change in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I genuinely care about meeting each person where they are, and I take pride in tailoring my support to fit a client's unique needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with diverse clients who struggle with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship, work, and/or stress-related issues.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Alexandria, VA who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Alexandria, VA
34+
Average years in practice
11 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Grief or loss
- 97%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 88%Aetna
- 59%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 56%Cigna
- 56%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
- 94%English
- 9%Spanish
- 3%Farsi
- 3%Japanese
- 3%Mandarin
How they see their clients
- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only
Provider gender
- 74%Woman
- 26%Man
License types
- 47%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Psychologist
- 3%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 24%Child or adolescent therapy
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