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Grief counselors and therapists in Arcata, CA
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Arcata, CA
Arcata residents dealing with anticipatory grief, bereavement, or complicated grief can connect with compassionate therapists on Headway. We offer grief counseling through ACT and Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy with 6,001 licensed providers supporting your healing journey.
“I work from the belief that healing occurs when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered, especially those navigating complex or high-acuity mental health concerns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should be active, structured, and results-focused. My approach blends evidence-based techniques from CBT, DBT, MCT, IFS, and more, tailored to your unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I help individuals and couples gain insight into the unconscious patterns that shape their emotional life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I value guiding and empowering clients to dive deep into their experiences to gain insights that target and heal problems at their root to gain relief.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I know this world can feel unwelcoming to those of us whose identities and experiences aren't centered in the mainstream.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm especially drawn to working with adults and adolescents who've been rushed or unheard in the past with their medication, and those who feel like something bigger is being missed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hi and Welcome! My names is Jessica Ambroz and I am a therapist & licensed clinical social worker. My background includes working with trauma, child abuse, anxiety and depression. I have extensive work in the foster care system, parenting and working with substance abuse and mental health challenges. I am a doctorate candidate at the University of Tennessee Knoxville and my focus of study is strength and experiences impact functioning.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I take an eclectic, personalized approach, drawing from a variety of therapeutic techniques to best support your unique needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I’m Meghan Smith, LCSW, and I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, grief, and acute stress. I use EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT within a trauma-informed framework — tailoring every treatment plan to you. Therapy with me is collaborative, grounded, and at a pace that feels safe. I’m here to walk alongside you, not push you.
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe strongly in meeting you where you are. Even if it is a place you have never opened the doors for another.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I specialize and publish work in: coping with chronic illnesses, career-related issues (burnout, work-life balance), trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and stress related to first-responder families.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to provide my clients with a safe, non-judgmental space to process their emotions, increase self-awareness, and build upon their strengths...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“With the collaboration of each patient, Mr. Nacar strives to develop individualized plans of care addressing each patient's unique situation and concerns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My style of therapy is warm, accepting, and engaged. In other words, I'm not just a listening ear...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is not simply to treat symptoms, but to help you feel better, function more fully, and build a stronger foundation for your overall well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, direct, collaborative, creative, and appropriately funny. You won't need to mask, perform, or spend half the session convincing me that your experience is real.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My sessions are collaborative and warm offering you a safe space to explore emotions while building practical daily tools.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am impassioned about accompanying others on their journey toward mental health and wellness. I focus on meeting clients where they are and transmitting my care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and cared for.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you identify the root issue of your emotional eating, and guide and support you toward healing, self-empowerment, and ultimately finding the inner-confidence and love that you've been longing for.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, and I also support concerns such as panic symptoms, sleep problems/insomnia, OCD symptoms, and stress-related burnout.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I show up in sessions as myself, a real human being, ready to get to know you and collaborate on your goals, all while applying my clinical skills, knowledge, and experience to help you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Tiffany is passionate about this work because she believes too many people live with mental health challenges without realizing that relief and meaningful change are possible.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am passionate about delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals facing a wide range of behavioral and mental health challenges, regardless of their background.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My focus is on helping you understand yourself more clearly so you can draw on the strengths you already have, rather than feeling defined by what feels hard right now.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With over a decade of empowering psychotherapy clients to be the best that they can be, I favor complementary and alternative modalities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Since earning my Master's in Social Work from Fresno State in 1992, I have spent over two decades helping people find their footing during their most vulnerable moments.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I consider myself an approachable, down-to-earth person who provides therapy in a judgment-free and safe environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Integrated Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is my primary treatment modality, as it is very calming to the nervous system and helps people to reset their nervous systems after trauma and to learn new coping skills more easily.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My clinical style is rooted in the belief that true healing requires both robust, research-backed tools and a deeply authentic human bond.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy is a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing, and I will be honored to walk that journey with you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe that healing is possible for everyone, and I am committed to walking alongside you as you reconnect with your strengths, rebuild balance, and create meaningful change in your life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I have worked for the last 18 years with a Spanish speaking population supporting healing around trauma and a variety of issues from prevention to severe and chronic suffering.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My hope is that sessions with me are warm, challenging, thought-provoking and thoughtful, so expect sessions to include tears, laughter and profound moments of appreciation for life, its difficulties and rewards.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty years experience. I have a Master's Degree in Social Work with focus on Children and Families, a Master's Degree in Sociology with a Certificate in Criminology and Corrections, and a PhD in Social Work (all but dissertation) with focus on trauma, sexual abuse and assault, and domestic violence. I was the Director of a private, non-profit Foster Care and Adoption Agency, I worked in a women's shelter for domestic violence and sexual assault. I worked in a Level 4 men's prison, and I worked as a Supervisor for mental health therapists serving school systems. I have always had a private practice as well. I have worked in teletherapy for approximately 8 years.
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I like to make therapy approachable and relatable. I tailor my style to you and take an eclectic, creative approach using evidence based practices.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered within the family. Let's walk this journey together, one step at a time.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
My name is Marissa Ruiz and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in California with nearly 5 years of professional work experience as a therapist and over 20 years experience in the social work field. Some of my other titles include mother, wife, ex-wife, sister, daughter, niece, grandmother and friend. Sharing these titles are important to me because they represent relationships my clients have which helps to improve the rapport. I survived my obstacles in my life with the help of a therapist and hope to help you through yours.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership, so I approach each session with curiosity, collaboration, and respect for your unique experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists in Arcata, CA who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists serving Arcata, CA
5,973+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 78%Cigna
- 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 67%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 17%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Mandarin
- 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
- 89%Online only
- 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 79%Woman
- 20%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 47%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 7%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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