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Grief counselors and therapists in Encino, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Encino, CA

Grief counseling in Encino connects you with compassionate providers trained in evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Complicated Grief Treatment to help you navigate loss. Headway's network of 5,631 licensed providers offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions, with many available as soon as tomorrow.

Dr. Virginia Green

Dr. Virginia Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lawndale, CA


“Your first session will be an opportunity to share what is keeping you up at night with a kind, irreverent, loving and generous human.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Carter

Katherine Carter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“For over two decades, I have enjoyed helping people work through relational challenges, anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and spiritual issues so they can find their joy in life again!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lance Rachels

Lance Rachels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Westlake Village, CA


If you are looking to become a better, happier, and healthier person and would like to gain a deeper understanding and love for yourself and others, I can help you. Psychotherapy can improve the quality of your life and/or manage more serious issues such as depression, anxiety, and grief. The process focuses on comfortably connecting with you in a confidential and empathetic, therapeutic setting.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ella Weiss

Ella Weiss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.4 mi away • Tarzana, CA


“I have been licensed as an LMFT since 1989, and have both inpatient and outpatient treatment experience.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joseph Collins

Joseph Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Simi Valley, CA


As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I specialize in working with adults with stress, depression, and anxiety. I also work with couples and families to improve communication, lessen conflict, and create healthy family dynamics.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Adena Sarkian

Adena Sarkian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I believe healing begins when we acknowledge all the parts of who we are: the dutiful part, the exhausted part, the part that carries shame, and the part that was never given permission to grieve.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Emma Ocampo

Emma Ocampo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Alhambra, CA


“My practice is grounded in compassion and strengths-based principles, and I firmly believe in client voice and choice.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stan Rushing

Stan Rushing

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Stan's goal is to build upon current strengths to assist clients in the healing and growth processes.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Teru Kanazawa

Teru Kanazawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


“I work as a collaborator with you in an honest, truthful and transparent process to achieving the best you can be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I lean on psychodynamic, attachment, trauma-informed, and mind-body theoretical orientations as my framework, and borrow interventions from a variety of therapies tailored to my clients, including ACT, CBT, somatic therapy, EFT, and others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eszter Zubovics

Eszter Zubovics

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Thousand Oaks, CA


“As a marriage and family therapist I believe that none of us exist in a void and that our relationships shape us in meaningful ways.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cristal Aguilar

Cristal Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Torrance, CA


“Therapy is not a one size fits all model. I tailor my approach based on the client’s unique needs, my approach is both empathic and direct.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Susan Reyes

Susan Reyes

Therapist

In-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Increased awareness leads to increased understanding. Increased understanding leads to an increasingly open perspective. A more open perspective leads to greater choice and personal empowerment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lucy Guadagnuolo

Lucy Guadagnuolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative and person-centered, recognizing that you are the expert in your own story.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christianne Cardriche

Christianne Cardriche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Clients often tell me they feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe in meeting you where you are, walking with you at your own pace, and honoring your unique story.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Paula Whidden

Paula Whidden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Santa Clarita, CA


“I pull from EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), TraumaFocused CBT, DBT, and the Gottman Method for couples — not because I think every approach is equally useful all the time, but because different people need different things, and I'd rather be...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chiwon Zdanovich

Chiwon Zdanovich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“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
Stacey Mackaman

Stacey Mackaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


“My approach is collaborative and depth-oriented. I believe real change happens when clients feel genuinely seen.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Beth Schuh

Beth Schuh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I use my innate curiosity and non-judgmental attitude to understand how life has shaped my clients and to work with them to find ways of unlearning/healing the habits that no longer work for them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Gelbart

Jamie Gelbart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Torrance, CA


“Jamie incorporates all aspects of mental health and wellness into therapy including mindfulness based practices, healthy life choices, exercise, athletics, spirituality, and nutrition.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I'm often described as warm, personable, and easy to talk to, and I sometimes use gentle humor to help create comfort and connection in our sessions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lakana Nicolas

Lakana Nicolas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s more difficult and complex experiences. I specialize in supporting patients in understanding how past experiences impact present-day challenges, so they can move toward a more fulfilling, authentic, and connected life.

Grief or loss, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I believe the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is an essential healing component of therapy and provides the foundation from which growth and self-healing occurs.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Way

Brenda Way

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Castaic, CA


“My first priority is to create a safe enough space for you to talk to me without fear of being judged.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amaka Anyaoha

Amaka Anyaoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Gardena, CA


“My style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on building trust and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to participate actively in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Monrovia, CA


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe in providing a safe, comfortable, professional environment where individuals, couples, families, and children can work on issues that are interfering with their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cerritos, CA


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Wilson

Emily Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Camarillo, CA


“I work collaboratively with clients in developing their ability to identify cues, triggers, and patterns to then take action and make meaningful changes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Be Staub

Be Staub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


My work centers queer and transgender preteens, teens, and adults, as well as individuals with current or past foster care involvement. My clients may be feeling overwhelmed, questioning their identity, or don't know where to start with therapy. I can support you by helping you notice patterns and build trust in your own process.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Patricia Navarro

Patricia Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in trauma therapy, so a big part of my work is helping clients process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aukse Goktepe

Aukse Goktepe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“At the clinic, we treat patients like family and strive to provide the best mental health care by incorporating different treatment modalities to help you feel your best.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Baochau Hoangtran

Baochau Hoangtran

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Covina, CA


“I primarily work with children, teens, and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, generational & family trauma, Asian American & BIPOC issues, and identity & cultural stress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Dr. Curtis Lehmann

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • West Covina, CA


“My biggest boast as a therapist is that I make people feel like I've been where they are, regardless if that's the brink of divorce, the mires of depression, or the self-defeating loop of addiction.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Cunningham

Joshua Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Covina, CA


“I believe that each client is an expert in their own life, and that many people seek therapy when they are looking to create change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joe Vivo

Dr. Joe Vivo

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Arcadia, CA


I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families to promote growth and change. With over 25 years of experience in youth mental health and 11 years as a licensed psychologist, I support clients dealing with issues at home and school settings, disturbances in mood such as anxiety, depression, or anger, attention problems, behavior/conduct problems, family conflict, and autism.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Derek Hoxby

Derek Hoxby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I use Somatic Experiencing—a gentle yet effective approach for trauma and PTSD—helping the body and mind find balance and relief.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Encino, CA
There are over 78 therapists in Encino, CA accepting new patients.
78+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Depression
  • 94%Relationship issues
  • 92%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 59%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 49%Cigna
  • 42%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 41%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 6%Farsi
  • 3%Armenian
  • 3%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 29%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 62%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 13%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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