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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Geisinger Health Plan, Geisinger Health Plan Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO), JP Farley Corporation, +5 more
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As a proud Hispanic female veteran and devoted family woman, I bring a strong sense of dedication, integrity, and community to everything I do, person... As a proud Hispanic female veteran and devoted family woman, I bring a strong sense of dedication, integrity, and community to everything I do, personally and professionally. Read more

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Having been through therapy myself, I know how hard it can be to open up to someone or ask for help during tough times.

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LGBTQIA+, Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, +16 more

As someone who grew up in a large, complex family, I understand the importance of a community, large or small, that will provide a safe and supportive... As someone who grew up in a large, complex family, I understand the importance of a community, large or small, that will provide a safe and supportive space for each person. Read more

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Self Harm, Anger, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, +16 more

Life is a journey that can be filled with darkness; however, I will walk beside you to help make your pathway brighter.

Starting Grief & loss counseling

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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA 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 insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Philadelphia therapists and counselors accept 40 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Pennsylvania Health and Wellness

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth Pennsylvania

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Philadelphia
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Provider is a great fit for me and the flexibility in scheduling is extremely helpful
Christopher Apr 2025
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Thriveworks makes it easy to set up appointments, log onto virtual meetings. Initial appointment set up was easy. My provider always follows up and I appreciate that personal attention.
Lorraine Apr 2025
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Kerri is always welcoming and makes it easy to open up too. I never feel as though I'm being judged, and she helps in explaining why I'm feeling the way I am, which I love. This is my first time ever in therapy, and it's been very welcoming and understanding in getting used to opening up in this way. Kerri is awesome! I have also already recommended Thriveworks to a few people.
Read more Kerri is always welcoming and makes it easy to open up too. I never feel as though I'm being judged, and she helps in explaining why I'm feeling the way I am, which I love. This is my first time ever in therapy, and it's been very welcoming and understanding in getting used to opening up in this way. Kerri is awesome! I have also already recommended Thriveworks to a few people.
Mikaela Apr 2025
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The provider I have been meeting with is very knowledgeable and provides a very safe space. She has given me a lot of resources, tools and support. She motivates me to use the tools as well and holds me accountable in a very gentle, empathetic and effective way.
Read more The provider I have been meeting with is very knowledgeable and provides a very safe space. She has given me a lot of resources, tools and support. She motivates me to use the tools as well and holds me accountable in a very gentle, empathetic and effective way.
Julia Apr 2025
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I like that she listens lets me know my feelings are valid, we discuss different ways and exercises to deal with my anxiety and depression, I always feel better after speaking with Victoria.
Theresa Apr 2025
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The ability of my provider to provide both a space where I can talk about my week as well as fundamentally break down the barriers I have to self love and self fulfillment. Also I appreciate my provider going out of her way to give me the best care possible.
Read more The ability of my provider to provide both a space where I can talk about my week as well as fundamentally break down the barriers I have to self love and self fulfillment. Also I appreciate my provider going out of her way to give me the best care possible.
Alexander Apr 2025
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★★★★★
I've had an experience with another Thriveworks therapist, but I was not feeling any connection with her. Amenita has helped me tremendously. In one month, I feel like a much stronger person. She's awesome!
Lynn Mar 2025
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★★★★★
Both my individual therapist as well as my marriage counselor have been amazing.
Philadelphia Jun 2021
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia is located at the intersection of John F. Kennedy Blvd and N 18th St., approximately 3 blocks from City Hall. We currently share the building with LMQ Technology and Pearson Professional Center, among other businesses. On the opposite side of Commerce Street, next to our building, you will see the Ten Penn Center.

Phone number

(215) 398-6600

Languages spoken by PA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Mandarin
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