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Grief counselors and therapists in Peoria, AZ


Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Peoria, AZ
Coping with death, loss of a loved one, or anticipatory grief requires compassionate support. In Peoria, Headway's network of providers specializes in grief therapy and bereavement counseling, helping you work through complicated grief, find meaning, and build resilience. Access therapy on your schedule with flexible virtual and in-person options.
I’m Kristen Vallely, a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Arizona and in Colorado I earned my Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Arizona State University and also hold certifications in Sex informed therapy, EMDR, DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed care. I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Solutions Focused and foundational family systems models.
In addition to traditional therapy models, I bring in a holistic and somatic lens—blending evidence-based techniques with intuitive awareness, especially for clients exploring trauma, relational healing, parenting, and alternative relationships such as polyamory.
Most therapists treat what’s happening in your mind. I also look at what’s happening in your body.
I believe our brain is arguably the most important organ in the body — it is the command center for everything else. So why do we not put more emphasis on its health, and the ripple effect it has on our body and our lives? This question is at the heart of everything I do.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR-trained therapist, and Certified Personal Trainer. I graduated from Lindenwood University in Missouri with my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling in 2012, and founded Inspire Change Counseling in 2014 with a vision of creating a truly integrative approach to mental health care — one where clients receive a multi-disciplinary scope of care, not just a referral for medication.
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.
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.
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.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Peoria, AZ who help people navigate grief and loss



- 100%Grief or loss
- 97%Anxiety
- 93%Stress management
- 89%Depression
- 88%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 75%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
- 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 49%Curative

- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 3%Vietnamese
- 1%Japanese
- 1%Romanian

- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only

- 81%Woman
- 19%Man

- 57%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Psychologist
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 28%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
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