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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.

Mark Schnose

Mark Schnose

Psychologist

Virtual • Fontana, CA


Hi, I'm Dr. Mark Schnose, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate depression, marital challenges, trauma, and PTSD. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, grief, life transitions, or relationship conflicts, I am here to offer the highest level of professional care. I believe a good psychologist is not called to see through people, but rather, called to see people through their darkest moments. Working with teens, adults, and seniors, I strive to provide the empathetic support you need to heal and grow.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Stalling

Rebecca Stalling

Therapist

Virtual • Murrieta, CA


“I work with developing wellness through easy-to-learn skills based on the biology of the body and neuroscience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Georgiana Anugom

Georgiana Anugom

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello, and welcome! My name is Dr. Georgiana Anugom, DNP, PMHNP-BC. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over six years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to adolescents and adults.

I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and have extensive experience treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and borderline personality disorder (BPD). I believe in treating each individual with dignity, respect, and empathy. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients from all backgrounds feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their mental health journey.

I am passionate about helping individuals achieve emotional wellness, improve their quality of life, and develop the tools needed to thrive in their personal and professional lives.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Roxana Vahdat

Roxana Vahdat

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach helps you explore what's beneath the surface—patterns, emotions, and beliefs that may be shaping your current experience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Garrido

Dawn Garrido

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is open-minded, warm, curious, and flexible. I use a combination of evidence-based treatment modalities paired with genuineness, kindness, compassion, and a sense of humor.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matthew Figueroa

Matthew Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't believe that there is a "cookie cutter" approach to therapy. I love to draw from other theoretical approaches and fields to create a specialized treatment plan that is suited for your specific needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gregory Daven

Gregory Daven

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I use a psychodynamic approach to unpack wounds of the past, which can negatively impact current relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Spampinato

Lauren Spampinato

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My style is down-to-earth, direct, and relatable. I am not easily shocked, and there are no wrong answers in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brianna Armour

Brianna Armour

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I enjoy working collaboratively with clients by building a strong therapeutic relationship using empathy, compassion, and personal and professional knowledge.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Fiorella Mock

Fiorella Mock

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy as a journey we take together, where you remain the expert on yourself and the direction you want your life to take.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angela Chijioke

Dr. Angela Chijioke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“The best practice approach that is appealing and being utilized is a person-centered approach because it improves the experience and outcomes of people who use healthcare services.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Weise

Jennifer Weise

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is person-centered, which means that I strive to provide empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard consistently throughout the course of treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Katherine Shachar

Dr. Katherine Shachar

Psychologist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“Most important is understanding the patient's worldview and perception of him or herself and their personal struggles.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jimmie Simpson

Jimmie Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and client-centered, blending evidence-based methods such as CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy with creative, individualized techniques.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Anderson

Tiffany Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Judy Weiss

Dr. Judy Weiss

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I view psychotherapy as a human relationship. The most fundamental part of my work is to enable you to feel supported and understood...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Erick Figueroa

Erick Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • California


People come to therapy for different reasons. Sometimes something clearly isn't working. Other times, life may look okay on the surface, but you feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure about what you want next. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, and major life changes, as well as those wanting to better understand themselves and the patterns that keep showing up in their lives.

My approach is warm, grounded, and curious. I’m interested in understanding what’s happening beneath the surface, including your thoughts and emotions, the patterns you've developed over time, and how your experiences show up in your body. Therapy can be a place to make sense of those experiences while finding ways to move forward that feel meaningful and true to you.

As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I offer therapy in both English and Spanish. I strive to create a space where you can speak openly, feel understood, and explore your experiences in the context of your relationships, culture, identity, and the life you’ve lived.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amelia Hall

Amelia Hall

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand what it means to move through a world that wasn't designed for you, and I know what it feels like to finally find your way back to yourself.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Savannah Curdo

Savannah Curdo

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I am excited to meet you and start the wild adventure that therapy can be. I have experience working with people of many ages from shy teenagers, to spicy adults in their 70s. I have worked with individuals, as well as couples and families. The majority of my experience was learned at a trauma recovery center. I gained skills for addressing PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, as well as exploring concepts of self, identifying other forms of trauma such as religious trauma, shame, and recognizing ways for experiencing empowerment. As a bi-sexual therapist who has lived overseas, was raised in a conservative religious house hold, I believe that I have a unique way of sitting with people in the complexities of cultural differences, trauma, faith, spirituality and sexuality.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hilario Martinez

Hilario Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create an environment free of judgment, a safe place, and I find it to be extremely important to connect with my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Bishop

Ashley Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of compassion and accountability to help you find the right path and overcome obstacles to your happiness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Roberta Rinaldi, Lcsw

Roberta Rinaldi, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I work with high-achieving adults who are ready to stop just managing their pain and start actually moving through it.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shirley Remmers-Mesman

Shirley Remmers-Mesman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who believes mental health care should feel human—not rushed or impersonal.

I provide a non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and feel understood. My approach integrates thoughtful medication management with psychotherapy when appropriate, always tailored to your individual needs.

Diagnosis can be an important part of understanding your experience, but it’s only one piece of the picture. I look at your mental, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as the life experiences that shape what you’re going through.

I offer collaborative, grounded care to help you move toward a more balanced, integrative, and holistic sense of well-being.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stevie-Sue Landowski

Stevie-Sue Landowski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a hope dealer grounded in realistic outcomes. My practice is affirming, trauma-focused, and mindfulness-based.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sloane Fowkes

Sloane Fowkes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that clients are the true experts in their own treatment and are the best narrators of their stories.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Friedman

Lisa Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply inspired by the strength and resilience of people working to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Lola Sulaimon

Dr. Lola Sulaimon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I provide warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental care, and many people describe me as approachable and easy to talk to.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Vancil

Lisa Vancil

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients understand the patterns shaping their lives, build on their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathi DeLaRosa

Kathi DeLaRosa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I emphasize skill-building when you need immediate relief and deeper exploration when you are ready to understand patterns, relationships and meaning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Lichtenstein

Lisa Lichtenstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


I create a warm environment to work collaboratively on achieving your objectives. I've been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years. I specialize in relationships, anxiety, depression, fears/phobias, couples work, creativity, career enhancement among other goals. I have an eclectic treatment modality including psychodynamic, self-psychology, cognitive-behavioral, hypnotherapy and NLP.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeannine Ray

Dr. Jeannine Ray

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My counseling style is warm and interactive and is grounded in wellness and pragmatism with a client-focused, strength-based approach.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michele Downey

Michele Downey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using a solution-oriented, 12-step based approach, I specialize in unique, intervention-based programs tailored to your family's specific needs and budget.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elise Horwich

Elise Horwich

Therapist

Virtual • Tarzana, CA


“My style is interactive, direct and supportive. I focus on the here and now but recognize that one's past impacts choices, feelings, and behaviors in the present.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Krepack

Rachel Krepack

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in an approach that is utilizes evidence and is delivered with empathy, warmth and understanding.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Denise Smith

Denise Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Corning, CA


“I take a warm, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach, creating a safe space where my clients feel heard and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cheryl Moss

Cheryl Moss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Woodland Hills, CA


I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 34 years of experience. I do my best to meet you "where you are" and to offer compassionate presence as you progress through your personal process of self-discovery, self-identification, and evolution.

I'm honored to be part of your journey of transformation. I approach sessions in collaboration, as you learn to free yourself from judgment, criticism, and pain; to change negative perceptions that do not serve; and to experience more ease and peace in life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Neshmil Ariy

Neshmil Ariy

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“My primary goal as a therapist is to create a safe and comfortable environment where you can make meaningful progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Park

Melissa Park

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“I take an eclectic, holistic approach to healing. I help you build a better relationship with the self and learn to appreciate your own strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Mckenna

Alexis Mckenna

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“Clients often tell me that I help them reframe long-held perspectives, gain new insights, and make different choices that better align with who they want to be.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Kram

Justin Kram

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to offer a safe and creative space to consider and recalibrate your relationship to the beliefs and influences that shape your experience in the world.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Lake Forest, CA
There are over 78 therapists in Lake Forest, CA accepting new patients.
78+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 85%Relationship issues
  • 83%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 73%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Cigna
  • 42%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 3%Arabic
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 15%Clinical Psychologist
  • 12%Nurse Practitioner
  • 10%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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