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Grief counselors and therapists in Charlottesville, VA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Charlottesville, VA

Grieving the loss of a loved one in Charlottesville? Headway connects you with 2,234 licensed grief counselors offering evidence-based therapy like Complicated Grief Treatment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Access virtual or in-person sessions with compassionate providers trained in bereavement support, with many offering free consultations and sessions as low as $0 with insurance.

Dr. Diane Hoekstra

Dr. Diane Hoekstra

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Fairfax, VA


“I specialize in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a mind-body approach that integrates neuroscience, somatic awareness, and compassionate talk therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alla Lerner-Brandon

Dr. Alla Lerner-Brandon

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Glen Allen, VA


“I consider myself to not only have consistent active listening skills, but pride myself in my all-inclusive, biopsychosocial approach to help you with your struggles and reach your highest potential.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Bleil

Mark Bleil

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that the foundation of therapy is the collaborative relationship between client and therapist exploring possibilities and solutions to transcend suffering, face reality and remove barriers to wellbeing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lydia Heimlich

Lydia Heimlich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Leesburg, VA


“I'm especially passionate about working with neurodivergent clients and new or expecting moms — people who often know something feels off but haven't had space to figure out what.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roberta Williams

Roberta Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Roberta sees therapy as a whole person approach with a focus on each client's gifts, strengths and purpose.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eleanor Lampell

Eleanor Lampell

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring 19 years of clinical experience, deep training in IFS and the Enneagram, and a style that is direct, warm, and empowering.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Crane

Danielle Crane

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I easily build rapport with individuals across all walks of life. This assists in finding the most appropriate approach to be able to tailor treatment to best meet individual goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Lakesha Barrett

Lakesha Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My background has allowed me to develop a grounded, compassionate, and practical approach to therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. LaShawn Faison-Bradley

Dr. LaShawn Faison-Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“She collaborates with the clients regarding their psychological or emotional issues to aid them in developing the strategies that will assist them to develop and implement changes that will assist them in progressing towards their goals and leading...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ezra Randle

Ezra Randle

Therapist

Virtual • Fredericksburg, VA


“My approach is compassionate and client-centered, focusing on empowering you to take small, meaningful steps toward the milestones you set for yourself.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Judith Marie Watiti

Dr. Judith Marie Watiti

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I develop goal-directed treatment plans to augment intrinsic growth, behavior modification, & resolute commitment to recovery.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shana Owens

Shana Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have a very casual approach to therapy that allows my clients to feel heard,learn about themselves in a healthy way and empowered to meet their personal therapeutic goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Robin Borum

Robin Borum

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a safe, trusting space where you can fully be yourself and gain insights and tools to feel better and move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gregory Mears

Gregory Mears

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Welcome! Since space is limited, let's hit the ground running! I have been a counselor since 2003 and am licensed in Virginia, Texas, and Pennsylvania. Prior to this, I worked as a respiratory therapist, so I am familiar with the stress medical personal face, as well as issues related to trauma, death and dying. In particular, I enjoy working with those who are struggling with existential questions or have suffered moral injury.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Palesa Osei-Tutu

Palesa Osei-Tutu

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am what I like to call a change agent. I support and facilitate change and healing through my work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Sirish Mulpur

Dr. Sirish Mulpur

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Newport News, VA


“Dr. Mulpur is a board-certified psychiatrist offering concierge psychiatry, integrative care, relationship counseling and supportive therapy, and career/leadership coaching.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Olayemi Adurota

Dr. Olayemi Adurota

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“With a career that dates back to 2012, I began my journey at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital, where I dedicated myself to the specialized fields of eating disorders and affective disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Ericka Etter

Ericka Etter

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use a solution-focused concept, incorporating Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tahitia Nesmith

Tahitia Nesmith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“From a holistic and strength-based approach, my role is to support individuals experiencing a range of psychological and social-emotional concerns...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Masters

Tamara Masters

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am an experienced psychotherapist with a passion to help individuals in their healing journey, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. My area of expertise is trauma recovery. I strive to create safe environments for clients to explore their experiences while supporting them in building fulfilling lives. I earned my Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2002 and have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2009.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tanya McIntyre

Tanya McIntyre

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Isabella Kitzmann

Isabella Kitzmann

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Joshua Seay

Joshua Seay

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Laura Wilcoxen

Laura Wilcoxen

Therapist

Virtual • Lynchburg, VA


“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
Chewanda Moore

Chewanda Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newport News, VA


“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
Joy Onukogu

Joy Onukogu

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Lisa Price

Lisa Price

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Regina Jones-Ogunsuyi

Regina Jones-Ogunsuyi

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


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
Rhonda Bradley-Shabazz

Rhonda Bradley-Shabazz

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


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
Autumn Church

Autumn Church

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


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
Joseph Wall

Joseph Wall

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Kezia McNair

Kezia McNair

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Renae Mittelmeier

Renae Mittelmeier

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Dr. Ryan Warner

Dr. Ryan Warner

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“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
Tramaine Jones

Tramaine Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Newport News, VA


“I strive to create a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where clients can openly explore their experiences...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Tailor

Sophia Tailor

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to counseling is client centered and client directed. I believe that client's are capable of finding solutions to problems with the assistance of a counselor.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Linda Larsen

Linda Larsen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“During our sessions, we will set goals together knowing we can always redefine goals as your therapy progresses.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tahirah Samuels, Lcsw-S

Tahirah Samuels, Lcsw-S

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I understand how complex it can feel to hold everything together on the outside while struggling internally—and how important it is to feel genuinely seen and understood in therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nadine Leonard

Nadine Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I approach therapy from a trauma informed lens and collaborate with clients to ensure their needs are being met.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Charlottesville, VA
There are over 24 therapists in Charlottesville, VA accepting new patients.
24+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 96%Trauma
  • 88%Stress management
  • 88%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 71%Cigna
  • 63%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 54%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 92%Woman
  • 8%Man
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 25%Family therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 4%Couples therapy

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