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Grief counselors and therapists in La Jolla, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in La Jolla, CA

La Jolla residents seeking support through grief and bereavement can connect with experienced providers on Headway. Our network offers Complicated Grief Treatment, CBT, and support groups to help with unresolved grief, complicated grief, and coping with death. Flexible virtual and in-person options available with average savings of 75% on sessions.

Denise Ross

Denise Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Del Mar, CA


Hi, I'm Denise, welcome to my practice. I work only on Telehealth video appointments for your scheduling connivence from home or work. Appointments are M/W/F. Book here and I'll text you to confirm. I support individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the same patterns, struggling in relationships, to others or with yourself. if you are dealing with stress, work issues, transitions, life changes, or things from your past that feel hard to manage emotionally either happening currently or from the past. Your not alone and there is help. I help people feel more confident, communicate better, worry less, and start showing up for themselves in a healthier way. I offer Telehealth appointments for Individual Adults only on M/W/F. No in person appointments and no Couples.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Noele Clayton

Noele Clayton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert on your life and experiences, and that I act as a non-judgmental guide and confidant.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Moore

Julia Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


I actively participate in helping you get to where you want to go, and I offer insight when clients have a desire and readiness to hear it. I have worked in the mental health field for over ten years as well, so I have heard it all! My office is a no judgement zone first and foremost. I am a sex therapist and look forward to helping you overcome sexual shame and trauma so that you can have all the intimacy and closeness you desire.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Gustafson

Jennifer Gustafson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My job is to walk alongside my clients and to gently guide them in finding a more positive and healthier path forward toward self-compassion and self-acceptance.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Triplett

Kathleen Triplett

Therapist

Virtual • California


Growing up near a national park, I am consistently reminded of and influenced by the importance of nature on our physical, mental, and emotional health in my mental health practice. As an LMFT, I've worked with a variety of populations, most of whom experienced major trauma or complex trauma, and aid them in reconnecting to their sense of self and safety. I received my MS from California Lutheran University with a specialization in trauma and BA from CSU Chico. I have been licensed for 4 years and have provided therapy for the last 8 years including an associate and traineeship.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Charles

Dana Charles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My biggest accomplishment in my work is the ability to be a safe landing place for my clients, while still providing direct, authentic, and honest care--sprinkled with some humor.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amoreena Berg

Amoreena Berg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the process of change through therapy should not only involve self-understanding and insight into the past, but beyond that it should also focus on helping clients to learn skills for present-time challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Spencer MacDonald

Spencer MacDonald

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm Spencer, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in men's issues, teens, couples and families.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Alexander Lee

Alexander Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, supported, and involved in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Travis Brown

Travis Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on a strong therapeutic relationship — a space where you feel heard, respected, and involved in every decision about your treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany Boveé

Brittany Boveé

Therapist

Virtual • Arroyo Grande, CA


A lot of people who find their way to me have spent years in a world that wasn't quite built for the way their brain works, and they're still figuring out what that means. I'm Brittany, a Neurodiversity affirming Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with adolescents, adults, and seniors. I specialize in supporting Autistic teens and adults, including those who received their diagnosis later in life, alongside people navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, ADD/ADHD, and relationship challenges. Clients often tell me I'm the first therapist who has really understood them.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Gallese

Michael Gallese

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm direct, I assign homework, and I work best with people who are done managing symptoms and ready to actually move through them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richilda Hardy

Richilda Hardy

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and have expertise in trauma, depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and childhood behavioral issues.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Bidinger-Boggess

Erik Bidinger-Boggess

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am not only a therapist but a real person. Everyone struggles with mood and thoughts and sometimes we all need help navigating the intensity of these experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Paula Duke

Paula Duke

Therapist

Virtual • California


Life is about maintaining balance in all aspects, through love. There is so much out there to learn and grow from, so why not have fun doing it? A little about me: I love going to CrossFit every morning. I am a huge nerd, constantly listening to audibles and/or podcasts such as Huberman Lab and non-fiction books. I enjoy being outdoors: snowboarding, motorcycle/dirt biking, hiking, any movement &traveling. My parents are from Peru, so I visit there often. Tambien hablo español! Therapy can help your understanding of where your emotions come from connecting the past to the present, and decreasing the intensity by making sense of it.

Currently, I am offering tele-health sessions only, with availability M-TH from 9:00am to 2:30pm. I am unable to offer appointments outside of these hours. If that works for you, let me know if you’re interested in booking a session, or if you’d prefer to start with a brief 10-15 minute phone consultation!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriele Gutierrez

Gabriele Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that true change happens when people are given the support they need in order to draw upon their own strengths to realize their full potential.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Deborah Bauman

Deborah Bauman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California, and have extensive experience in the mental health field. I have a strong and diverse background working both with veterans at the VA, and entertainment industry clients at the Entertainment Community Fund. I have been in private practice for the past several years. I enjoy helping adults at different stages to navigate life transitions and challenges. If you are a college student entering adulthood needing support, a young adult in your 20s or 30s trying to forge your path, or an older adult adjusting to retirement, I can offer skills, insight and a helping hand to empower your personal growth. I can work with you on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems and chronic health conditions, and also have specialized training to help you process trauma and address PTSD, often stemming from childhood and family experiences.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edewor Osevwe

Edewor Osevwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Welcome! I'm Dr. Ben Osevwe, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with more than 22 years of experience in mental health care, including over 4.5 years as a PMHNP. I founded Solid Foundation Psychiatry with one mission: to provide compassionate, evidence-based, and personalized psychiatric care that empowers individuals to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

I work with adolescents and adults ages 12 through 90, providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy. I believe that effective mental health treatment goes beyond prescribing medication. Every visit is an opportunity to listen, educate, collaborate, and develop a treatment plan that reflects your unique goals, values, and life.

My clinical interests include ADHD, depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), insomnia, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions. Whether you're seeking help for the first time or have struggled with symptoms for years, I strive to create a safe, respectful, and judgment-free environment where you feel comfortable sharing your concerns.

I provide both in-person psychiatric care in Pearland, Texas, serving the greater Houston area, and telepsychiatry to patients in states where I am licensed. My approach combines evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy and lifestyle recommendations.

My philosophy is simple: Every person deserves to be heard, treated with dignity, and given the tools to thrive. I believe healing begins with a trusting relationship, open communication, and a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.

It is a privilege to be part of your mental health journey, and I look forward to partnering with you to help you build resilience, restore hope, and achieve lasting emotional wellness.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kimberly George

Kimberly George

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Kimberly believes our emotional wellness involves the entire body whereby other practices and modalities can and should be used along with talk therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Lenhardt

Julie Lenhardt

Therapist

Virtual • Corte Madera, CA


“With over 20 years of clinical experience and a range of therapeutic modalities and integrated strategies under my belt, I'll help you break from the patterns and experiences keeping you stuck.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meridian Brady

Meridian Brady

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, friendly, curious, and interactive energy to our sessions. I am here to listen and also to ask questions as well as point out blind spots.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oluchi Iwuoha

Oluchi Iwuoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I believe in working closely with my clients to understand their goals and create treatment plans that support lasting emotional wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cindy Nguman

Cindy Nguman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a warm, supportive conversation rather than a rigid clinical interrogation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julie Amoruso

Julie Amoruso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I offer medication management with supportive counseling for mental health care issues by virtual appointment and in-person appointments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carol De Guzman

Carol De Guzman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I have been a Nurse Practitioner in an Emergency Department for over ten years. Due to the pandemic, our emergency room has been impacted by psychiatric patients, and I realized that there is a need for nurse practitioners like me to truly help others. Some patients wait hours or overnight in our emergency department to be evaluated. I want to bridge the gap and make a difference by providing care here in Headway.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Paul Remmele

Paul Remmele

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe personal growth can occur by alternately focusing on thoughts, emotions and/or behavior. However, in my graduate studies, subsequent training, and my own personal psychotherapy, I learned to value attachment orientated therapy...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stacy Foulke

Stacy Foulke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Auburn, CA


“Our work together is grounded in understanding how your past and present connect, and in building practical skills you can use right away.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shawn Silverstein

Dr. Shawn Silverstein

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I approach all of the clinical work I do with cultural humility. I conceptualize my work with each client utilizing an eclectic approach that combines elements of Psychodynamic/Self-Psychological approaches, Motivational Interviewing and with...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My warm, practical, realistic, and evidence-based teaching style puts clients at ease, while my non-judgmental and curious approach leaves them feeling hopeful after every session.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maya Shemtov

Maya Shemtov

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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 3 insurance carriers
Kayla Scripture

Kayla Scripture

Therapist

Virtual • California


Healthy relationships don't happen by accident—they're built through understanding, communication, and the willingness to grow. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling disconnected from your partner, navigating relationship conflict, or facing intimacy concerns, you don't have to work through it alone.


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree from Pepperdine University, and I specialize in helping adults and couples create healthier relationships with themselves and the people they love. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental while also being practical and goal-oriented. I believe lasting change happens when clients feel genuinely understood while also being challenged to grow.


Together we'll identify the patterns that keep you feeling stuck, strengthen communication, develop practical coping skills, and build deeper emotional and relational connection. Whether you're working through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or questions surrounding intimacy, my goal is to help you leave therapy feeling more confident, connected, and equipped to create meaningful change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christiane Soehnlein

Christiane Soehnlein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe therapy is not about "fixing" you, but about understanding yourself more deeply, changing patterns that no longer serve you...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tatyana Plaksina

Tatyana Plaksina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma-informed and person-centered therapist who aims to understand, support, and empower you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Wisteria Wood

Wisteria Wood

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, I am particularly passionate about working with queer youth and marginalized communities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelby Solomon

Dr. Shelby Solomon

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Solomon recognizes therapy is an uplifting, supportive, and sometimes challenging experience, and believes establishing trust, safety, and open communication is essential to the process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Yetunde Falade

Dr. Yetunde Falade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing begins with being truly heard. I take time to listen to my clients' stories, experiences, and concerns without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Masami Ohnui

Dr. Masami Ohnui

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I integrate evidence-based therapies based on cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic approaches to address root causes of distress...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Yamileth Rivas

Yamileth Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
Erin Salyer

Erin Salyer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and been a licensed counselor for over 14 years.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of La Jolla, CA
There are over 44 therapists in La Jolla, CA accepting new patients.
44+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Relationship issues
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 55%Cigna
  • 50%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 93%English
  • 23%Spanish
  • 5%French
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 61%Woman
  • 39%Man
License types
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  • 55%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Clinical Psychologist
  • 11%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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