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Grief counselors and therapists in Mesa, AZ

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Mesa, AZ

Mesa residents facing unresolved grief or complicated bereavement can connect with warm, affirming therapists through Headway's network of 1,437 providers. Flexible virtual and in-person grief counseling sessions help you process loss and find closure.

Jamie Abbitt

Jamie Abbitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I have found that curiosity and empathy can help clients gain understanding of themselves, past experiences and relationships in order to identify the focus of therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amelia Napier

Amelia Napier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I recognize that these two aspects of well-being are deeply interconnected, and I aim to advocate for a holistic approach to health in my professional work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Troy Fulton

Troy Fulton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“My mission is to help my patients navigate life's ups and downs, as we all need support to overcome various challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Brown

Jacob Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I want therapy to feel like a place where you can speak plainly, make sense of what is troubling you, and work toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vicki Eaton

Vicki Eaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“Because I love to learn, I've gotten trained in a number of evidenced-based therapies that have helped many people become more free.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sherri Evans

Sherri Evans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable discussing what matters to you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Virginia Mohammed

Virginia Mohammed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Mesa, AZ


Hi, I’m Virginia, a Licensed Master Social Worker in Arizona with over 12 years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and self-esteem concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and personalized, and I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel heard and supported. I’ll work with you to understand your goals, build on your strengths, and find approaches that feel comfortable and meaningful for you.

Grief or loss, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Larry Solomon

Larry Solomon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I operate from a client-centered compassionate style of counseling. With 25 years counseling experience my desire is to provide my clients a safe environment to explore the primary problems and the issues that lie beneath.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Mrowiec

Joy Mrowiec

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“My approach incorporates a variety of evidence based strategies, customized to your unique needs, to help you achieve your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Qiuyi Lin

Qiuyi Lin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Tempe, AZ


“As an immigrant and a neurodivergent adult, I bring both personal understanding and professional experience to my work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kayla Horne

Kayla Horne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Tempe, AZ


“My own experiences with uncertainty have shown me that being strong doesn't mean having it all together all the time.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bryan Brown

Bryan Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“Therapy with me feels like two humans sitting together, honestly exploring what hurts, what's getting in the way, and what you want your life to look like instead.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jennifer Muhammad

Dr. Jennifer Muhammad

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • Tempe, AZ


“With an in-depth knowledge of two specialties, she uses a warm, holistic approach that aims to help you overcome life's mental and emotional stressors.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sharon Sawyer

Sharon Sawyer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I am thorough and detailed in my assessments. I employ a detailed history and look at other factors that may be contributing to your symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Adlin Morales Aguilu

Adlin Morales Aguilu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • Mesa, AZ


BEYOND TALK THERAPY

Adlin Morales-Aguilú is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist and Psychological Advisor with over 18 years of clinical experience helping high-functioning individuals restore emotional stability, relational health, and personal clarity.

She works with professionals, leaders, and individuals navigating complex personal challenges including:

• trauma and unresolved emotional wounds

• sex addiction and intimacy disruption

• burnout and leadership fatigue

• depression and anxiety

• grief and major life transitions

• relational conflict and communication breakdown

• boundary and identity struggles

Many of Adlin’s clients are high-responsibility individuals who carry significant emotional weight while maintaining demanding careers, leadership roles, or public visibility.

While they may appear strong externally, internally they may be navigating exhaustion, relational strain, emotional disconnection, or unresolved trauma.

Adlin provides a confidential, highly professional therapeutic environment where clients can safely address these deeper challenges and move toward sustainable healing and personal restoration.

Her work focuses not only on symptom relief but on deep psychological repair, emotional regulation, and long-term personal transformation.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liana Flores

Liana Flores

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • Tempe, AZ


“I built this practice for people who have been living with pain or illness and are still waiting to feel better.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ryan Porter

Ryan Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Gilbert, AZ


“I aim to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alicia Shields

Alicia Shields

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I work with veteran-focused and disaster-response organizations, providing medical and mental health support in high-stress, resource-limited environments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lisa Medeiros

Lisa Medeiros

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • Phoenix, AZ


“I take a trauma-informed, collaborative approach to therapy and focus on helping you make real, practical changes in your life—not just gain insight.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maryam Goudarzi

Maryam Goudarzi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“Her approach is empathetic, collaborative, and strength-based. She tailors interventions to meet client needs, fostering a safe space for exploration.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Aaron Hallstrom

Dr. Aaron Hallstrom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“My approach blends rigorous, evidence-based strategy with genuine warmth—and enough humor to remind us that being human is messy work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jessica Miller

Dr. Jessica Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I practice from a client-centered, strengths-based perspective, honoring each person's unique experiences and inherent capacity for growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Kinder

Pamela Kinder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Tempe, AZ


“I firmly believe and honor that each of us has unique inner wisdom. My approach emphasizes collaboration, strengths-based practice...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Thomas Ruderstaller

Thomas Ruderstaller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I use a client-centered approach, and I specialize in trauma work. Whether it is combat-related, childhood trauma, sexual trauma, or abuse/neglect...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Jason Willyerd

Jason Willyerd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


I have many years of experience in the counseling field and care deeply for every patient. I have training in Trauma and PTSD as well as OCD. I have experience with crises work and Dealing with Addiction and sexual behaviors. I deal a lot with issues around esteem and depression and anxiety.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sable Barney

Sable Barney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and depression, using an integrative approach that combines somatic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and experiential techniques to promote lasting healing and personal growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Hardman

Jason Hardman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Tempe, AZ


“I focus on a systemic approach that looks at the whole person, not just the symptoms, helping you or your loved one build resilience and achieve long-term success.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sanjay Kestner

Sanjay Kestner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • Mesa, AZ


Sanjay Kestner MC, LPC, CHST is a licensed professional counselor who specializes in sex therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Sanjay received his bachelor's degree in psychology from Gonzaga University, and his master's degree in counseling from Arizona State University. He is a Certified Holistic Sex Therapist who specializes in men's issues. Sanjay is a sex positive and LGBTQ friendly counselor.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lori Parker

Lori Parker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.6 mi away • Mesa, AZ


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. I obtained by Associates degree in Nursing at Penn Valley College in Kansas City Missouri in 2001. I completed my Masters of Science in Psychiatric nursing in 2020. I have 23 years of nursing experience in a variety of areas, both medical and neuro-psychiatry. I have experience with young adults to geriatric populations.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tyanne Van

Dr. Tyanne Van

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Chandler, AZ


“I believe that the mind is intricately connected to our physical health, spirituality, and psychosocial experiences—and true healing comes from addressing the whole person, not just the symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joy House

Joy House

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Chandler, AZ


My name is Joy House. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been seeing patients for 17 years. I am a native of Washington State and have enjoyed my relocation to the beautiful state of Arizona. I bring experience, education, fun, and teamwork to the therapeutic process.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karissa Whitlatch

Karissa Whitlatch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • Gilbert, AZ


“My passion is creating a supportive space where clients feel seen, understood, and equipped to move from a life of survival to thriving.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Victoria Taylor

Victoria Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“My approach to therapy blends together a mixture of EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and strength-based counseling.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latice Williams

Latice Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • Mesa, AZ


My goal is to provide a safe environment for my clients to come and talk about their thoughts, behaviors, and emotions, and work towards positive self-acceptance and love.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ester Ruiz

Dr. Ester Ruiz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Chandler, AZ


“My goal is to provide a safe, nurturing space where you can be heard and empowered on your path to healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Macie Aufiero

Macie Aufiero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Gilbert, AZ


“I believe you are more than a set of symptoms or a diagnosis. This is why I utilize a whole person, person centered approach.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Seol Ki

Seol Ki

Therapist

In-person • 5.1 mi away • Mesa, AZ


“I provide a compassionate, affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, develop resilient coping strategies, and cultivate self-awareness and self-acceptance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jamie Jeffery

Jamie Jeffery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Gilbert, AZ


“I strive to create a safe, non judgmental environment where clients feel comfortable to talk and share their story.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Teresa Burt

Teresa Burt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Chandler, AZ


“I am very welcoming and love to help others transform their lives into what they want for themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Frances Spink

Dr. Frances Spink

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Chandler, AZ


“I'm caring, empathetic and sincere. My clients always come first. I love what I do and my goal is to help my clients live their best life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Mesa, AZ
There are over 112 therapists in Mesa, AZ accepting new patients.
112+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Stress management
  • 93%Depression
  • 83%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 80%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 46%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%Bengali
  • 1%Cantonese
  • 1%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 24%Man
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 21%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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