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Grief counselors and therapists in El Cajon, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in El Cajon, CA

In El Cajon, grief counseling and therapy can help you process loss, find meaning, and move forward. Headway's network includes therapists specializing in bereavement support, complicated grief, and trauma-informed care using modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy. Access support from 6,020 providers with availability as soon as next day, covered by insurance.

Richard Myatt

Richard Myatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fontana, CA


Respect, understanding, and compassion are balanced with training and experience that will facilitate the most healing process from start to finish. We all face challenges, and have unexpected life events that have the capacity to set us back. However, 25 years of experience working with children and adolescents, couples in crisis, men, and those with addictions has prepared me to be uniquely qualified to help you on a new journey..

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Karyn Pascoe

Karyn Pascoe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on deepening self-understanding and self-compassion. Therapy is a space for what's true...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alejandra Guerrero

Alejandra Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is eclectic, culturally sensitive and strength-based. I foster an encouraging and open environment where individuals feel empowered to express themselves...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Honorato

Leslie Honorato

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to slow down, feel heard, and better understand what they're experiencing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shiva Ghardashem

Shiva Ghardashem

Therapist

Virtual • Calabasas, CA


“I draw from evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Positive Psychotherapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kemerick Takang

Kemerick Takang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate, understanding, and good listener. I help individuals navigate emotional struggles using a holistic and evidence-based approach to mental health care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Barrett Gottlieb

Barrett Gottlieb

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Encino, CA


“I specialize in helping clients find motivation. Not just coming out of a fog of emotional struggles, trauma, or substance use but finding a reason to live.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karin Wiese

Karin Wiese

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University with Specialisation in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Bachelors in Psychology, Honours Bachelors Degree in Education (post grad) in School Guidance and counseling, Mediator and Divorce Mediator Certificate,SAT Teacher Certification and EMDR Certificate (Emdria)

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrew Newhouse

Andrew Newhouse

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider my purpose in therapy to empower the people I work with... helping you reach a point where you can say, "I got this".”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Taris

Tracy Taris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newhall, CA


“I teach my clients how to apply what they learn in session to their real life. The majority of healing takes place between therapy sessions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meredith Levy

Meredith Levy

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. Over the past 15 years, I have worked with a wide range of clients and have developed a practice treating substance use disorders, personality disorders, mood disorders, and executive functioning challenges. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and incorporate evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.

Before becoming a therapist, I earned a Juris Doctor and an MBA, experiences that give me a unique perspective on the complex personal, professional, and life challenges many clients face. Whether you are struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck, my goal is to provide practical tools, compassionate support, and a collaborative environment where meaningful change can occur.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Keith Tanenbaum

Keith Tanenbaum

Therapist

Virtual • California


“He uses a holistic, client centered, strength-based approach that incorporates CBT, recreation, and mindfulness based therapies.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Larisa Escalante

Larisa Escalante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships, and I work to create a space where you feel deeply seen, heard, and respected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joncannon Eiden

Joncannon Eiden

Therapist

Virtual • Vista, CA


“My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood, challenged when appropriate, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maneesh Saini

Maneesh Saini

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a curious and compassionate presence to the work, lending both my heart and mind to the process of self-exploration, self-understanding, and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Kellogg

Katie Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I enjoy working with creatives, the LGBTQ+ community, adolescents aged 15+, young adults, and folks who find themselves "starting over" in middle age.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Okeema Polite

Okeema Polite

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My calm and sincere presence helps cultivate a space where you feel empowered to express your true self without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marlu Harris

Marlu Harris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“A licensed therapist for over 30 years, I focus on empowering people to trust their intuition, eliminate imposter syndrome and self-doubt...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Glenna Anderson

Dr. Glenna Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Torrance, CA


When I was a kid, I often got in trouble for being too loud with asking questions and calling adults out on things that didn’t seem fair to me. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been an advocate of some kind. A career in social work, then, made total sense to me when I discovered the field as an undergraduate at San Jose State.

Two more degrees and a license later, I still carry the spirit of that little girl, fighting for the underserved. I have a long history of diagnosing and treating adults with severe and chronic mental illness. I take my work very seriously and it’s important to me to help my clients heal, grow, and thrive.

My clients seek my services as a way to recuperate from lifetimes of overworking themselves into worthiness. I guide them toward unlearning the things that taught them they weren’t enough. I give them the tools they need to create wellness and wholeness in a way that’s unique to who they are.

Through my private practice and my brand, Therapy is a Lifestyle, I want to help you see yourself in new ways - without the lens of your trauma. I specialize in anxiety disorders, EMDR, and other trauma-informed approaches to help you do that.

Let’s take the journey toward your recovery, together. Being here is your first step!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Masino

Angela Masino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe our minds, bodies and spirits must be balanced in order for us to live a life that embodies perseverance, stability and confidence.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Chinyere Iwuagwu

Dr. Chinyere Iwuagwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I take time to understand your symptoms, experiences, medical history, concerns, and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Saima Hanif

Saima Hanif

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe in collaborative treatment planning, meaning your voice and preferences remain central to every decision we make.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erika Gallardo-Diaz

Erika Gallardo-Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion and commitment to provide compassionate, non-judgmental, and client centered therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Jackson Garcia

Sarah Jackson Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to support clients in their healing in a way that fits them, because no two people are the same.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jaine Yu

Jaine Yu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'd like my clients to feel empowered to have tools to handle the issues that are bringing them to therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abena Amankwa

Abena Amankwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My work centers on helping people move through anxiety, depression, and addiction with compassion and practical tools tailored to who they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Triny Rios

Triny Rios

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a first-generation Mexican-American woman, I bring both my professional training and lived experience into the therapy space...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abby Cordova

Abby Cordova

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist with an eclectic approach tailored to each client's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanesha Brown

Vanesha Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe, affirming, and collaborative space where clients feel heard, empowered, and supported throughout their healing journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider myself a holistic therapist who is interested in helping clients walk on a path to heal mind, body, and spirit.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Geidel

Jonathan Geidel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients say they appreciate my gentle therapeutic approach, characterized by curiosity, acceptance, and warmth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany Anvari

Brittany Anvari

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe healing begins with meaningful connection. My work with cancer patients and their families has deeply shaped my understanding of pain, loss, resilience, and the complexities that relationships face during times of crisis. I support adults of all ages in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, and relationship concerns, offering both compassionate guidance and practical, effective tools for growth and healing.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Javier Bordes

Javier Bordes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With years of hands-on experience in community mental health, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care, I am committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and empowering space where healing can begin.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jamayla Gray

Jamayla Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“During our sessions, you can expect to move from feeling stuck to making tangible progress. I'll provide you with a supportive and safe environment where we'll work together to identify your specific goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Pechan

Christina Pechan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I integrate evidence-based practices with a warm, relational style, so sessions feel like a safe space you look forward to joining.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jillian McGrath

Jillian McGrath

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a warm, understanding, and compassionate therapist dedicated to creating a strong therapeutic alliance with each of my clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tomas Wagmister

Tomas Wagmister

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a deep commitment to client-centered care that honors each person's unique story, perspective, and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nadia Seray-wurie

Nadia Seray-wurie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Welcome! Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is powerful, and I’m honored to welcome you to our practice.

I’m Nadia Seray-Wurie, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to delivering compassionate, top-tier psychiatric and medical care to individuals and families across our communities. We bring flexible, high-quality care directly to you—offering both in-person appointments and seamless telepsychiatry services. Together, we’ll build a personalized approach to your health so you can thrive.You don’t have to do this alone—we're here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvette Allivato

Yvette Allivato

Therapist

Virtual • Turlock, CA


My therapeutic style is warm, supportive, client-centered, and trauma-informed. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. I work collaboratively with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional challenges, and difficulty regulating emotions. Together, we focus on building practical skills, increasing self-awareness, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Navarro

Ashley Navarro

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach is grounded in respect, empathy, and curiosity—I believe that meaningful change starts with feeling truly heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of El Cajon, CA
There are over 43 therapists in El Cajon, CA accepting new patients.
43+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 93%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 70%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 60%Cigna
  • 58%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 91%English
  • 23%Spanish
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
How they see their clients
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  • 93%In-person or online
  • 7%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 33%Man
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 16%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 2%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy

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