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98 licensed therapists & providers in Georgia—16 in Atlanta. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

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94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

686,000 people sought help with Thriveworks in the last year

Discover how starting grief & loss counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Lateela Burns

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What is your go-to approach for grief & loss counseling?

My go-to approach for grief & loss counseling is to provide an environment where clients are taught to navigate the stages of grief, address myths about grief, and also find a new sense of peace for themselves. My goal is to help normalize feelings associated with a healthy grief process.

What tools do you teach in grief & loss counseling?

Typically, I like to teach clients about the stages of grief, but to consider them to be a cycle instead of linear stages. I encourage clients to define their own way of grieving as related to their culture, values, belief systems, and experiences. I tend to encourage clients to dedicate time to sharing memories and stories, in addition to reflecting on the impact of the loss itself as a part of their grieving process.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in grief & loss counseling?

I usually know when a client is making meaningful progress in grief & loss counseling when the emotions are less intense, and also they are more accepting of their loss. As clients make progress in counseling, they will begin to make significant changes as they create a new normal for themselves after a loss.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement grief & loss counseling?

In grief and loss counseling, my clients are encouraged to exercise patience with themselves and to take as much time as they need to grieve. We place emphasis on the need for more intentional and frequent self-care and support while grieving despite being sometimes rushed to move on in the world and get things back to “normal.”

What should someone do to prepare for starting grief & loss counseling?

I encourage all clients to write down questions that they may have about the therapist and the therapeutic process prior to starting therapy. Making notes about one’s initial goals for treatment and expectations is also helpful.

Grief & loss counseling FAQs

What type of counseling is needed when a person cannot get over the grief of losing a loved one?

Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Atlanta, GA have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.

How does grief and loss counseling work?

Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Atlanta, GA will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.

Signs I should seek grief counseling

If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.

What counseling theory is best for grief?

There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.

Is grief counseling conducted in person or online?

Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does grief counseling last?

For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Atlanta accept 31 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Pathways

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Ms. Heard listen to her patience, needs and supports the decisions that are made together collaboratively. She is very professional and will skill in her subject matter. She is relatable, con and a pleasure to work with.
Skylar Mar 2026
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Cindy is an incredible provider! She is so easy to work with and makes me feel heard. She is gentle and honest. Truly a perfect fit.
Brittnee Mar 2026
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Great first session. Looking forward to more
Milly Mar 2026
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she was thorough, and genuine, you can tell she actually wants to help and understand her patients, she made me genuinely feel comfortable and safe when therapy is normally scary. i appreciate the attention to detail, and how she kept me on track with my thoughts. im normally a squirrel and she kept me present.
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Conor Mar 2026
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Geneen has been beyond helpful and wonderful in guiding me on my healing journey and helping me health from trauma
Meredith Mar 2026
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She was thoughtful and considerate. She gave me the opportunity to really vent on my first session.
Nola Mar 2026
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Christy is so compassionate and such a good listener. I couldn't have asked for anyone better during this time in my life.
Miriam Mar 2026
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I appreciate the encouragement and the willingness to listen. Gof bless!
Becky Mar 2026
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Where to find us

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Address

8800 Roswell Road Suite A-135
Atlanta, GA 30350

Getting here

Thriveworks Atlanta Counseling is located in the Chattahoochee Ridge Office Park, near the intersection of on Roswell Road and Dunwoody Place. It is off Highway 9, near the Chattahoochee River and right by Cherokee Town and Country Club. The office is in a serene, campus-style office park with mature landscaping. Follow the signs for building A, then enter through the direct suite entry at ground level to access Suite A-135.

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Phone number

(404) 737-2670
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Languages spoken by GA providers

  • English
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Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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