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Grief counselors and therapists in Hampton, VA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Hampton, VA

Grieving the loss of a loved one is deeply personal, and Hampton's grief therapy specialists at Headway provide tailored support through proven approaches including imaginal recounting and meaning-making work. Access care from 2,050 providers across the platform, with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage options to support your healing journey.

Meg McSherry

Meg McSherry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“My work is grounded in evidence-based approaches and focuses on helping you understand the patterns driving your anxiety.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Rutledge

Lauren Rutledge

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Stahl

Jonathan Stahl

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Since earning my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2013, I have worked with a diverse range of clients...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary Messerschmidt

Mary Messerschmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My philosophy is largely rooted in the belief that a caring, authentic therapy relationship, combined with finely tuned best practice interventions can create healthy solutions to challenges in life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Elaine Belson

Elaine Belson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“With 30 years of experience, I've honed an eclectic approach to therapy, combining insight, problem-solving, and coping skills...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kris Patterson

Kris Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a safe, seen, and supported space where change is possible, and you are met with unconditional positive regard.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Hallman

Christine Hallman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Williamsburg, VA


“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
Brooke Lee

Brooke Lee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lancaster, VA


“I believe in the power of integrating mental health and spirituality, whether clients are believers in a higher power or exploring their paths.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Anne Oliver

Anne Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to walk alongside each of my clients in their healing path, to hold space for their goals and dreams as they weed out their hurt...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffany Aliu

Tiffany Aliu

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is that our sessions would lead to feelings of empowerment and an overall sense of knowing what changes are needed to live a more satisfying life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sharon Cross

Dr. Sharon Cross

Therapist

Virtual • Dumfries, VA


“I like to take a holistic approach to therapy with client. I primarily use cognitive behavioral methods when working with clients but also pull from other therapy styles depending on the presenting problem.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tyffany Kidd

Tyffany Kidd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore challenges that are present in your life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regina Lawson

Regina Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients experience me as warm, direct, and supportive, and I am committed to helping them create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Corletha Norman

Dr. Corletha Norman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I structure my sessions in a way that it feels as if you are conversing with a friend despite being in a therapy session.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alejandro Anez Crespo

Alejandro Anez Crespo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Alejandro is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. More importantly, he brings a warm, grounded, and genuinely human presence into the therapy room. Clients often describe him as approachable, easy to talk to, and deeply attentive.

Alejandro believes that meaningful change occurs in a space where you feel both safe and understood while also being gently challenged. He meets you where you are, without judgment, and helps you explore patterns, emotions, and experiences with curiosity and compassion.

Whether you are navigating stress, experiencing life transitions, or facing deeper emotional struggles, Alejandro is committed to walking alongside you at your pace. He aims to support you in building clarity, confidence, and a stronger connection with yourself.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chantel Copeland

Chantel Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. I also have previous experience providing counseling for grief and loss, chronic/terminal illnesses and gerontology.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Masumeh Farchtchi

Masumeh Farchtchi

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe the stories we tell about ourselves are powerful. My job is to support persons in the amazing process of authoring themselves.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Burns

Sarah Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process centered on a secure and trusting relationship between client and therapist.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terri Walker

Terri Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use evidence‐based, trauma‐responsive methods and that I value clarity, structure, and measurable progress.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tacarra Ingram

Tacarra Ingram

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Therapy is not about fixing you. It's about helping you discover the strength, clarity, and confidence that already exist within you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Joseph Atanacio

Joseph Atanacio

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients report feeling comfortable talking to me and they appreciate the practical advice I provide as well as the gentle guidance in self discovery and improving their relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stefan Dabkowski

Stefan Dabkowski

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am extensively trained in motivational interviewing and have vast experience utilizing CBT, DBT and REBT...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Traci Terry

Traci Terry

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in the inherent worth of every individual and that there is no "wrong" way to have a body.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Hubbard

Dr. Karen Hubbard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm passionate about this work because I've witnessed how a warm, empathetic therapeutic relationship can facilitate transformation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, End of life care, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rachel Farrar

Rachel Farrar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mineral, VA


“I like to provide a long enough intake visit to hear a person's story and understand their priorities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
LaKetia Peoples

LaKetia Peoples

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I integrate CBT with mindfulness, stress-management techniques, and practical skill-building to help clients achieve long-term emotional wellness.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Neilabh Avasthi

Neilabh Avasthi

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“After a session with me, you can expect to learn something new about how to cope with your unique circumstances.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Layla Gray

Layla Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“You know yourself better than anyone. My role is to help you identify patterns in thought, relationships, situations, etc. that are unhealthy or preventing you from achieving your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Greta Carlson

Dr. Greta Carlson

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“She is interested in psychodynamic approaches to psychological assessment and can provide an initial screening assessment to tailor treatment to each individual.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Snow-Benton

Veronica Snow-Benton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that by empowering people to explore their goals and strengths, remarkable transformations are possible.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chelsea Spade

Chelsea Spade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonburg, VA


“I'm supportive in my therapy approach, but am not afraid to be more direct in order to challenge clients, explore solutions and promote growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tammy Taylor-Musoke

Tammy Taylor-Musoke

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe healing begins with feeling understood, having the right support, and learning practical tools that help you create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Deborah Berkley

Dr. Deborah Berkley

Therapist

Virtual • Drakes Branch, VA


“As a clinician, I believe the therapeutic relationship to be sacred, and have the utmost respect for anyone seeking mental health support.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Maria Torres

Maria Torres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sterling, VA


“I enjoy helping individuals experiencing any challenges in their life and learn how to manage and to let their diagnosis to define them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Watkins

Nicholas Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Nick also help military personnel & first responders with PTSD, with PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, vicarious trauma, and the transition back to civilian life using his own experience as a veteran who served 10 years enlisted in the Air Force and 1...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Pfeffer

David Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Robin Shaw

Dr. Robin Shaw

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive environment where you feel safe to be yourself, explore difficult experiences, and move toward the life you want to live.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Zhiying Linda Song

Dr. Zhiying Linda Song

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive space, blending CBT, positive psychology, and mind-body approaches.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nelson Richardson

Nelson Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Arlington, VA


“Mr. Richardson skillfully uses compassion, motivational interviewing, and empathy. His approach to treatment is client-centered...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Kimberly Bailey Dexter

Dr. Kimberly Bailey Dexter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fredericksburg, VA


“My greatest asset as a provider is listening and helping clients determine what medications and services are best suited for their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Hampton, VA
There are over 32 therapists in Hampton, VA accepting new patients.
32+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Anxiety
  • 88%Trauma
  • 84%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 88%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%French
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 25%Man
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 53%Family therapy
  • 38%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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