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Grief counselors and therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA

Loss affects everyone differently, and Manhattan Beach residents deserve personalized grief counseling. Headway's network includes providers specializing in coping with death, anticipatory grief, and unresolved grief using proven therapeutic modalities. With flexible scheduling and support for both talk therapy and medication management, healing is accessible when you need it most.

Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I take a thoughtful, gentle, and honest approach to psychotherapy. We'll look beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the deeper patterns shaping your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scarlett Quenette

Scarlett Quenette

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm a nurturing and calming presence, and despite my professionalism I'm not afraid to joke and laugh with you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clay Crosby

Clay Crosby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I seek to provide clients a safe, non-judgmental place to express and explore their challenges, and help them to rediscover their talents, strengths and resources.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Bartels

Carol Bartels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I know that seeking therapy can be scary! It is my desire to help you feel relaxed, understand what to expect...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niki Payne

Niki Payne

Therapist

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


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also hold a degree in Mind-Body Psychology and am trained in clinical hypnotherapy. Before becoming a therapist, I spent over a decade working in digital marketing, which gives me unique insight into the stressors of fast-paced careers, identity development, and the challenge of balancing ambition with well-being.

I’ve worked with a diverse range of clients, including women navigating heartbreak or life transitions, professionals seeking purpose, and individuals healing from trauma, anxiety, or people-pleasing patterns. I’m passionate about helping people live with more intention and emotional freedom.

Therapy is personal, and I do my best to meet people where they are—with curiosity, compassion, and care. As someone who’s done a lot of personal healing work myself, I understand how vulnerable it can feel to ask for help. My goal is to create a space where you can be real, be seen, and make meaningful changes at your own pace.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • 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
Beatriz Gutierrez- Escalante

Beatriz Gutierrez- Escalante

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I am a Latina bilingual therapist with 15 years of professional mental health experience. I specialize in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, difficulties with acculturation, work stress and domestic violence. I work with children/adolescents, parents, couples and individuals. I Graduated from Pacific Oaks College with a Masters Degree in Marriage Family Therapy with specialization in Latino/a Family Studies. I am passionate about working with families.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Maple Moriji

Maple Moriji

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“His calling is to specialize in treating clients who have struggled with issues related to cultural diversity and who have suffered from trauma while growing up (such as childhood sexual abuse).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mj Buck

Mj Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“My approach to therapy is grounded in nervous system regulation, mindfulness, embodiment, and the mind-body connection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jack Irmas

Jack Irmas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“Therapy is not just about symptom relief. It's about waking up to yourself—especially the parts you've had to hide to survive.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • 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

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Nakisa Emrani

Nakisa Emrani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“Within our therapeutic relationship, the exploration and insight into your feelings, thoughts and behaviors and their underlying meanings will provide clarity to you to make conscious choices towards fulfillment and a stronger sense of self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Vela

Jonathan Vela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I pull from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you understand patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, but I also lean into a humanistic style, meaning I see you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.

I believe therapy should feel like a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up as you are. Whether we’re exploring your relationships, working through anxiety or depression, or identifying what really matters to you, my goal is to support your growth with curiosity, care, and clarity.

I also value realness, I’ll challenge you when it’s helpful, offer insight when you're stuck, and celebrate the progress you might overlook. You're the expert on your life; I’m here to help you reconnect with that truth and build the kind of change that lasts.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Miranda Vatterott

Miranda Vatterott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe you are the expert in your life. You have the answers. You just may need some guidance in accessing them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Lewin

Alexander Lewin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I have a special passion for working with artists and creative professionals as they wrestle with fears, fantasies, depressions, manias, and all the challenges not only of making art but of making a living through art.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Rachel Melvald

Rachel Melvald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • 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
Be Staub

Be Staub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist, 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 5 insurance carriers
Eric Pierce

Eric Pierce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Hi I'm Eric. My clients describe me as easy to talk to, open, and compassionate. I see my role as unlocking the healer within you, developing a plan for change, and transforming new insights into lasting growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lauren Godlove

Lauren Godlove

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I strive to lead with curiosity, compassion and openness, guiding and supporting you through the terrain of your own unique path in a way that honors all parts of you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brian Gleason

Brian Gleason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • 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
Eliana Kohanzad

Eliana Kohanzad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“I believe in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach, where I listen deeply to both your words and your emotions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Baldasseroni

Maria Baldasseroni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Studio City, CA


“I offer a space of sincere empathy and emotional safety to explore, learn and grow from discomfort and unease.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Glatt

Vanessa Glatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • 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
Jonathan Klein

Jonathan Klein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles and love this work. I came to therapy through an unconventional path — nearly a decade in film and photography, work as a youth counselor, and service in the military — all of which deeply shaped how I understand people and their stories.

I earned my master's degree from Pacifica Graduate Institute, where I focused on psychodynamic and depth-oriented approaches. My thesis centered on ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, a specialty I've continued developing through advanced trainings I've completed.

I work with individuals, couples, adolescents & families across a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I have a particular love for working with creative professionals, veterans and young adults. I'm LGBTQ+ affirmative and love working with folks from the queer community.

My practice spans traditional talk therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) — including psychedelic integration support for those processing experiences outside of our work together. I see clients in person in Atwater Village in Northeast LA, and virtually throughout California.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Artin Baghramian

Artin Baghramian

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


My name is Artin Baghramian and I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Atwater Village.

My training has taken me across a wide range of settings; a college campus, a community mental health clinic, an older adult clinic, and a forensic environment. I have also completed advanced postgraduate training in psychodynamic psychotherapy. Working across these contexts has shaped my ability to sit with people from all walks of life, whatever they are carrying.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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
Anthony Boyd

Anthony Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm not interested in fixing you—I want to help you meet yourself in the places you've been taught to avoid.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Singer

Lauren Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Toluca Lake, CA


I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 19 years of experience helping adults, teens, couples, and families facing a variety of issues including relationship problems, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, trauma, grief, work stressors. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe space for you to explore your challenges and seek meaningful change. Together, we can navigate life's complexities, improve your well-being, and help you build stronger relationships.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Seth Gold

Seth Gold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • N Hollywood, CA


“My goal is to help clients build insight, resilience, and the tools necessary to achieve their personal goals and improve overall functioning and quality of life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Dvorak

James Dvorak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and those exploring questions around identity, belonging, and connection.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Doug Wilson

Dr. Doug Wilson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


“I collaborate with a wide range of clients, with a particular interest in helping men with a variety of issues including relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, difficult childhoods, and infidelity.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brandi Milliner

Dr. Brandi Milliner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, creating a supportive space where clients can heal, grow, and build lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Morgavi

Julie Morgavi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Tarzana, CA


All roads lead to Rome! It doesn't matter where we jump in, if you’re ready, we’ll get there. My POV is through a Neurodiverse lens and incorporates Attachment Theory and C-PTSD with the idea that much of our conflict and distress stems from old wounds & unmet needs that can often be traced back to necessary adaptations needed to survive not only our families of origin but also societal norms and expectations. The gig of being human is hard and de-coding this blueprint can provide a path toward understanding, healing and, fulfillment. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Rosania

John Rosania

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


INDIVIDUAL THERAPY - PSYCHOANALYSIS

I invite you to say what you would never say in ordinary conversation. I specialize in anxiety, depression, difficult to describe dissatisfaction, work/career difficulties, low self-esteem, sexual problems, imposter syndrome, men's issues, creative blocks, sexual abuse, religious/cultic/satanic trauma and relationship issues.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
AJ Kiefer

AJ Kiefer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree in nursing from Western Governor University and post master’s from Maryville University in St. Louis. Also board certified in Ambulatory Care and have been caring for people with mental health issues in/out of the hospital for over 18 years. I have a strong critical care background and treat different issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, men’s health issues, postpartum depression amongst others.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Heather Jensen

Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 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
Carly Rose Schwan

Carly Rose Schwan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“I offer a space where you can feel deeply heard, gently challenged, and supported as you move toward meaningful and values-aligned change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Totten

Heather Totten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your authentic self, I offer a compassionate and supportive space...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Lara Cochran, PH.D.

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Encino, CA


“My areas of specialization are trauma and anxiety disorders, as well as depression and disorders of childhood/adolescence.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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