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Grief counselors and therapists in Brea, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Brea, CA

Grief counseling in Brea connects you with 5,953 licensed providers experienced in bereavement support, coping with loss, and complicated grief treatment. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches like CBT and acceptance therapy to help you process death and find meaning. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with most clients saving 75% on care through insurance.

Andrea Razavi

Andrea Razavi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My greatest joy is to help others discover their best selves and overcome some of their worst times.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rosealinda Carrillo

Rosealinda Carrillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about decolonizing therapy and creating a space that honors culture, identity, and the intersection of both.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bree Martin

Bree Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself—without judgment—and where we can work together to create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelli Brower

Kelli Brower

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone deserves an individualized approach to their mental health care and is ultimately in charge of their own journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mallory Thysell

Mallory Thysell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet each client exactly where they are in their healing journey, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alexandra Pullen

Alexandra Pullen

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and supported. I believe mental wellness is an essential part of overall health, and that healing begins by moving from survival to thriving through nervous system regulation, processing past experiences, and strengthening the mind-body connection. Meaningful change and healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and collaboration. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, addiction, performance anxiety, work-related stress... or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, we'll work together to build insight, process difficult experiences when appropriate, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yolanda Ramos

Yolanda Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we'll explore how your thoughts influence your emotions and behaviors.”
Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marisa Padilla

Marisa Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“For the past 6 years I've specialized in supporting young adults who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking relationships, fear of rejection, difficulty speaking up about their needs, or unhealthy relationship patterns.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jessica Garibaldi

Dr. Jessica Garibaldi

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I utilize an integrative approach, incorporating evidence-based treatments; such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Tia Davis

Tia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience helping folks navigate life's challenges.

I graduated from California State University, Chico and I have extensive background working in community mental health settings with people across the lifespan.

My practice focuses on supporting those struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and perinatal mood disorders, and I'm a certified perinatal mental health practitioner (PMH-C), bringing specialized training to support parents during pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting years.

My approach is collaborative, solutions oriented, and grounded in evidence-based methods to help you build the skills you need to thrive!

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Spaniak

Stephanie Spaniak

Therapist

Virtual • California


Whatever brought you here, you don’t have to figure it out alone. With over 12 years of experience supporting individuals and families, I’ve seen how much can shift when someone finally feels truly heard. Whether you’re working through something specific or simply feel ready for change, I’d be honored to walk alongside you and your loved ones on the path forward.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Cortez

Emily Cortez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to empower you and help break down goals to address issues that anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other life circumstances bring on.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daniel Leone

Daniel Leone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see symptoms as signals—expressions of systems, histories, and adaptations that once made sense and may no longer serve you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brenda Hernandez

Brenda Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a therapist my goal is to break the stigma that comes with therapy. I strive to create a collaborative, nurturing therapeutic relationship that can help transform one's pain or uncertainties into one of healing. Life can be difficult and sometimes confusing therefore I want to create a corner where one can feel safe, understood, and free of judgement.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Lara Dye

Dr. Lara Dye

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“I utilize several therapeutic 'tools' which help my client to decrease unhealthy relationship behaviors and increase healthy attachment...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amber Robison

Amber Robison

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I also have vast experience working with children, teens and adults experiencing difficulties and life transitions including depression, anxiety and I have specialized training in supporting transgender individuals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own experience as a young person in treatment inspired me to pursue a career in behavioral health...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherletta Carter

Sherletta Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially enjoy empowering women who have felt unheard, unseen, or discouraged, helping them reclaim confidence, purpose, and the courage to move toward their dreams.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Simmons

John Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like using EMDR Therapy to help clients overcome past negative experiences that may be contributing to their current struggles.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jamie Sweigert

Jamie Sweigert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a gentle, authentic, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach blended with validation and constructive feedback that ideally allows space for you to safely explore emotions, develop new insights, and feel empowered to create desired...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Sanchez

Sara Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have nearly two decades of clinical experience providing care to individuals during life's most challenging times.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Samuel Brumit

Dr. Samuel Brumit

Therapist

Virtual • San Marcos, CA


“Sam uses treatment goals tailored to the people he works with and clients can expect his approach to be goal based.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mayra Estrada

Mayra Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a warm, empathetic, and direct therapist who strives to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Byers

Leslie Byers

Therapist

Virtual • Brea, CA


“Sessions will be promoting self growth and insight, along with learning and applying tools, strategies and skills towards living a more purposeful and fulfilling life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thanh Mai

Thanh Mai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized — I believe treatment works best when clients feel comfortable, respected, and involved in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Fletcher

Melissa Fletcher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a lot of energy! I love helping while providing you the support you need help managing stress anxiety/panic attacks, anger, motivation, self-esteem, improving confidence, past substance use, and/or depressive symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Benton Sheely

Benton Sheely

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I believe that no two healing journeys are the same, which is why I take a collaborative approach to therapy...”
Grief or loss, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Favour Olekanma

Favour Olekanma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I bring a holistic, patient-centered philosophy to everything I do — meaning I see you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis or a prescription.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelly Lai

Kelly Lai

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked in both hospital and community settings, supporting individuals through trauma, grief, and major life challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mitzie Gonzalez

Mitzie Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a trauma-focused therapist, I utilize integrative approaches such as DBT, CBT, CCT, Emotional Focused Therapy, Parts work, Attachment Therapy, and Trauma Informed Care...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charleen Casey

Charleen Casey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a speciality with grief for grief for all ages especially supporting parents with their children.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christine Featherstone

Christine Featherstone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is integrative in nature, which blends traditional psychiatric care with science-backed interventions that are patient-centered, supportive, and healing-oriented.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Martha Cervantes

Martha Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is affirming and empowering, while also being direct. I'll help you feel heard and understood, and I'll also gently challenge patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Salomon Garcia

Salomon Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Personal growth and change begins with the client. With them as the experts I focus on what is meaningful to achieve a life worth living.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Charles Garcia

Charles Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“My mission is to provide help, hope and healing to you and your family through a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Naveta Barry

Naveta Barry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—not simply better at pushing through.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mariam Esfahani

Dr. Mariam Esfahani

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Dr. Mariam Esfahani, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Doctorate in Psychology. With nearly two decades of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping adolescents and adults navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. I also specialize in couples therapy, guiding partners toward healthier communication, connection, and conflict resolution.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Duran

Alexandra Duran

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I integrate EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), with a strong focus on deeper, body-based healing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Kristin Schinella

Dr. Kristin Schinella

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I integrate neuroscience, cognitive psychology, positive psychology & depth psychology, always focusing on creating meaningful connections to unlock new possibilities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Brea, CA
There are over 98 therapists in Brea, CA accepting new patients.
98+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 84%Stress management
  • 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 80%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Cigna
  • 50%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 3%Arabic
  • 2%Farsi
  • 2%Korean
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Nurse Practitioner
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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