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As a second-generation Haitian woman and survivor of trauma, I carry the resilience of my ancestors and offer a compassionate, aff...

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Having spent over a decade in the U.S. as an immigrant from China, I understand the unique challenges faced by those with multicul...

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As a psycho-dynamically trained therapist, Raef believes relationship building is the root of all lasting change. His goal in ther...

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I will create a secured atmosphere where clients will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working t...

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As a gay cisgender bicultural man of color, I understand the unique challenges of identity exploration and intersectionality....

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Starting Grief & loss counseling in Boston

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 Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA 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 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Boston accept 28 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Boston
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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Doctor Zhiran Li is so knowledgeable and professional i really appreciate all his support and efforts
Hichem Sep 2025
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Russ was great
Jonathan Sep 2025
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My therapist is amazing. Highly recommend.
Mark Sep 2025
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I love working with Herdine! She is super patient while still keeping me accountable and working toward all of my goals. I am so happy I found her as my provider!
Kathryn Sep 2025
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I appreciated how Dr. Smith took the time to listen to me and explain thoroughly step-by-step the process of evaluating my mental health status. She explained the medication she prescribed in depth and the side effects.
Melissa Jun 2025
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Herdine is fantastic! She is exactly who I hoped she would be based on her Thriveworks profile and has already helped me so much just in the few weeks we've been meeting. I'm really excited to see what we can achieve together.
Kathryn Jun 2025
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I have been seeing my therapist Kimberly for a long time now and she is excellent. She is consistent and flexible with scheduling. I feel like I can be fully honest with her and that helps me a lot
Colin May 2025
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This was my first meeting with Gabriella but I'm excited to work with her!
Emma Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boston is located on Massachusetts Ave where it intersects with Columbus Ave. We share a building with Salon 428, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston.

Phone number

(617) 958-5365

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Cantonese
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Creole
  • Mandarin
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