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Grief counselors and therapists in Costa Mesa, CA
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Costa Mesa, CA
Coping with bereavement requires compassionate, specialized support. In Costa Mesa, Headway's network of 5,598 providers offers grief counseling and therapy tailored to your loss—whether grieving a loved one, processing anticipatory grief, or finding meaning after death. Sessions are flexible and often covered by insurance.
“I'm a therapist who believes that people don't need to be "fixed"—they need to be understood, supported, and given space to grow at their own pace.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“At the core of my practice is authentic partnership, showing up for every client with genuine warmth, deep respect, and real interest in who they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 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
“I have over 15+ years experience as a nurse working in various departments, working hands on with patients, as well as leadership and management roles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I know what it feels like to feel alone, stuck in life, and anxious, depressed and "going through it".”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your mental health journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Our relationships, family experiences, culture, and personal values influence how we understand ourselves and connect with others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I find what I end up helping people do most is to connect with themselves to make better choices and connect back with important people in their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My passion is to work with individuals to help them overcome emotional, behavioral, and relational difficulties.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Many of my clients come in wanting to understand themselves better, break old patterns, and find healthier ways to cope.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. We'll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck while building on the strengths you already have.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe growth and healing begin within a safe, authentic relationship, one where you feel genuinely seen, heard, understood, and accepted.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I work especially well with adults navigating medical trauma, healthcare burnout, caregiving stress, anxiety, life transitions, grief, and chronic illness.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I’ve had the privilege of helping people navigate some of life’s hardest moments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I offer a compassionate and collaborative space to slow down, reflect on your experience, identify patterns, reconnect with emotions and connection, and build both insight and practical coping tools.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“She emphasizes that there are many other approaches that can be taken before resorting to medication adjustments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Welcome! I am here to be a support and resource. I have been a social worker for over 10 years, and am passionate about helping others. Stress and anxiety is inevitable, and gaining coping skills is key to moving forward and feeling better. I can guide you towards improving coping skills, while diving into your choice of topics. The sessions are yours, and I am here to provide support, and encouragement, while supporting your goals. Let me assist you in your journey to regain your strength.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that every individual is the expert of their life story and that we all have many strengths...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I believe meaningful change is possible when people have a space where they feel supported, understood, and free from judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is to integrate mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and psycho-education in order for clients to gain an understanding of their challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hi, I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience. I provide thoughtful, personalized care for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other common mental health concerns. My approach is warm, respectful, and judgment-free — I believe real healing starts with feeling heard and understood. I work closely with each client to create a treatment plan that feels supportive, practical, and tailored to their unique needs.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am a systems thinker, so I am very inquisitive and I like to get a really detailed family history.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, calm, approachable, gentle, and collaborative. I'm not a fast-paced, advice-giving therapist, but I do give direct and honest feedback.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I believe healing begins by truly meeting you where you are. My first priority is building a genuine, trusting connection...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am warm, welcoming, and direct in my approach with clients. I include mindfulness, gratitude, compassion, and acceptance in my work with clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PhD with 25 years experience working with adults, children and youth. My goal is to help you in your path towards feeling better, and experiencing an improved sense of confidence, self-esteem and functioning in your life. My specialties include adoption issues, LGBTQ issues and women's issues. I also specialize in depression, anxiety, elderly issues, disability, and stress reduction.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I place great value on equipping you with the social and psychological resources and skills necessary to thrive.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I will integrate CBT and other evidence-based strategies to explore the patterns, experiences, and beliefs that shape how you relate to yourself and others.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My background has given me a deep, practical understanding of how pain shows up in people's lives and what it takes to move through it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I take a warm, practical approach — I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real conversation, not a formal evaluation.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and supportive. I see therapy as a partnership where you can show up as yourself and feel truly heard.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to cultivate a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where patients feel supported, informed, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I specialize in a harm reduction approach, meaning I meet clients where they are and believe progress looks different for everyone.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My practice centers on trauma and PTSD, identity and gender affirming care, and the lived experiences of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
I look forward to connecting with you and helping you achieve your counseling objective.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I combine thoughtful medication management with practical strategies you can use in everyday life, with the goal of helping you feel more steady, clear, and in control again.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe healing begins by understanding the connection between the mind-body, emotions, and nervous system.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes meaningful change begins with a genuine therapeutic relationship. I value authenticity, curiosity, and creating a space where clients feel respected and accepted for who they are. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people as they navigate life's challenges and discover their own resilience.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Fidelis Azeke is a University of the Pacific, Sacramento graduate and a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who specializes in treating patients of all ages. He has 13 years of nursing experience, and over 6 years of specialization in the practice of psychiatry, overseeing the care of patients - infants, children, adults, through the lifespan. Dr. Azeke is a licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in California, Utah, Washington State and New York State.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Costa Mesa, CA who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Costa Mesa, CA
76+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Grief or loss
- 92%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 96%Aetna
- 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 59%Cigna
- 54%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 43%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 18%Spanish
- 5%Farsi
- 3%Hindi
- 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
- 93%In-person or online
- 7%In-person only
Provider gender
- 71%Woman
- 26%Man
- 3%Non-binary
License types
- 45%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 14%Clinical Psychologist
- 14%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 38%Family therapy
- 34%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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