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Grief counselors and therapists in Lake Forest, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Lake Forest, CA

Grief counseling in Lake Forest through Headway offers flexible, compassionate support for anyone grieving a loved one. Our providers use proven modalities including Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, available virtually or in-person with sessions as low as $0 with insurance.

Brandy Barnes

Brandy Barnes

Therapist

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


Brandy earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Sociology from California State University of Long Beach in 2006 and earned her Masters of Social Work from California State University Fullerton in 2013. Brandy brings with her over twenty years of experience working in diverse clinical settings.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


“My approach is practical and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, history, treatment goals, and medication concerns before making recommendations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Murrieta, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and environment—while empowering patients through education and shared decision-making.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shinpei Chai

Shinpei Chai

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and honest, with a focus on helping clients feel safe, understood, and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nataly Gomez

Nataly Gomez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • La Mirada, CA


“My approach is centered around the client, their culture, identity, and community, and I aim to facilitate their progress and recovery on their journey toward growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Ijeoma Mbadugha

Ijeoma Mbadugha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe that our patients and families deserve the best in healthcare delivery. My purpose is to help eliminate the stigma and barriers to mental healthcare...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I focus on creating a down-to-earth, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can slow things down, talk honestly about what's going on, and start making sense of what's been feeling heavy or stuck.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Jensen

Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Angelique Danza

Angelique Danza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


“My goal is to meet you where you are, offer compassion without judgment, and help you move toward a life that feels more connected, balanced, and authentic.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luis Lamadrid

Luis Lamadrid

Therapist

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


“Carlos welcomes the opportunity to listen to you with an open mind and an open heart by offering a grounded therapeutic space to walk with you on your healing journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 9 insurance carriers
Mark Manley

Mark Manley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


Sometimes a thoughtful conversation with the right person can make all the difference. As an experienced therapist, husband, and father, I bring both professional training and real-life wisdom to help people navigate life’s challenges. Over many years of both life and clinical work, I’ve had the privilege of helping people move through difficult seasons, gain clarity, and reconnect with their strengths. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you’re returning after time away, it’s normal to feel uncertain. Our first conversation is simply a starting point. I often work with people facing life transitions, relationship challenges, or feeling stuck, seeking clarity and a practical path forward. Together, we’ll slow things down, understand what’s happening, and identify steps that help move you forward. If you are going through a difficult season, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Luis Lomeli

Luis Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Dimas, CA


“With a calm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach, I create a safe space for authentic expression and tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Romyna Becker

Romyna Becker

Therapist

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


“I integrate the latest neuroscience research to help you learn about your autonomic nervous system through a somatic-based therapy model called Brainspotting.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Aenri Garcia

Aenri Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Bernardino, CA


“I am focused on validating my client's life experiences and providing a safe and non-judgmental space to share.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Smith

Sandra Smith

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My approach to psychotherapy is integrative, with an emphasis on relational, psychodynamic and existential issues for adults; and cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and committment therapy for mood disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalie Campbell

Natalie Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vista, CA


Hi I'm Natalie and I want to help you build a life that feels authentic and purposeful. Do you feel like you’re navigating life on autopilot, and have difficulty showing up for your work, your relationships, or yourself? You may find yourself caught in cycles of people-pleasing or seeking external validation, only to end up feeling drained and unfulfilled. If you feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, know that you don’t have to navigate this alone. In our sessions, we’ll move beyond the 'what' to understand the roots of your struggle while building practical, compassionate strategies to help you reclaim your confidence and advocate for your needs.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carolyn Millikin

Carolyn Millikin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vista, CA


“My clients feel seen and understood following our sessions. They have new coping skills and are validated as they progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Virginia Green

Dr. Virginia Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 • 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 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonna Tamases

Jonna Tamases

Therapist

In-person • Pasadena, CA


“I support you in working through past events, discovering your true self, and learning new skills to empower you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • 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, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ahila Muthaiya

Ahila Muthaiya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“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
Vanessa Glatt

Vanessa Glatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can help unlock that potential.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brian Gleason

Brian Gleason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


I bring 20 years of experience in many areas of therapy including LGBT specializations, drug/alcohol issues specialization, and a client centered approach

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Melvald

Rachel Melvald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am a goal-oriented, collaborative, and direct therapist who offers practical tools and reflective insight to help you move forward.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Boyce

John Boyce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“My therapy approach is experiential, humanistic, and somatic... We engage and explore in the work of therapy together collaboratively.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


I'm Dr. Jack Sample, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles offering psychodynamic, depth-oriented therapy at my office in Hollywood. My practice is informed by training and education in psychology, cultural anthropology, and nonfiction storytelling. I believe therapy is an opportunity to address the roots of suffering and support enduring change. My approach aims to cultivate capacities for thinking, feeling, and creativity to foster a greater sense of agency and aliveness.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Talia Banayan

Dr. Talia Banayan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“We are dynamic humans with beautiful intersections that cultivate our wellbeing and all components of our life need to be addressed to sustain our greatest growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julissa Miro Quesada

Julissa Miro Quesada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I deeply value cultural context and our innate need for human connection, authenticity, and belonging.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fremont, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture, including your symptoms, medical and psychiatric history, sleep, daily routines, relationships, cultural background, and previous...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James McJunkin

James McJunkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Escondido, CA


“I focus on helping clients feel safer in their bodies, understand their inner world, and move toward lasting change with compassion and clarity.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alique Bedikian

Dr. Alique Bedikian

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • La Crescenta-Montrose, CA


“My approach blends compassion with evidence-based strategies. We'll look at practical tools for managing focus, organization, and procrastination...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sam Castro

Sam Castro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Escondido, CA


“My style is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded. I believe mental health care should feel caring, not rushed or impersonal.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe mental health care requires a multifaceted and holistic approach to treatment, addressing various aspects of an individual's life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Dodd

Jennifer Dodd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach to therapy uses EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and somatic tools such as mindfulness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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