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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.

Denise Johnson

Denise Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, and I also support concerns such as panic symptoms, sleep problems/insomnia, OCD symptoms, and stress-related burnout.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katie Jacobs

Katie Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Katie was born with a partial hearing loss which forced her to pay attention to the words people use and the different ways people communicate.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sarah Tanaka

Sarah Tanaka

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I place a strong value on holding a safe therapeutic space where we can work together to move towards your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Feng

Catherine Feng

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Starting therapy takes immense courage, and finding the right fit matters. I offer a warm, collaborative, and judgment-free space where you can safely process and heal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Inhwa Byun

Inhwa Byun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


“She works with you to access your innate strengths, reveal coping styles, and, ultimately, deepen your understanding of the behavior patterns that keep you stuck.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Wirth

Jeffrey Wirth

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have always strived to help them become the best version of themselves as possible, while reaching to accomplish any constructive goals they may have for themselves.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andrea Bass

Andrea Bass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“In our healing journey together, connection to our emotions, our body (somatic mindfulness), our creativity and life force brings deeper relationships with others and a greater connection to ourselves.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daniela Portillo

Daniela Portillo

Therapist

Virtual • Campbell, CA


“Through a multicultural approach, we will incorporate mindfulness and holistic theories that will allow us to practice gratitude for the here and now.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Mott

Melissa Mott

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience working with diverse populations including children, families, adolescents, the unhoused, veterans, survivors of DV and sexual assault...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dyan Johnson

Dyan Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Truckee, CA


Hello! Are you overwhelmed, stressed out, angry, or maybe in a funk and not sure why? You are not alone! I work with many teens and young adults in the same boat and am excited to work with you to get yourself back on track and feeling good. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and Certified Case Manager with over 20 years of experience. I have worked in a variety of settings with a focus on the teen population since 2001 such as wilderness therapy programs, high schools/boarding schools and rehabilitation/psychiatric hospitals.

I enjoy helping teens and young adults up to 30-ish years of age find their own path and believe that everyone has many answers within themselves. Sometimes these answers are hard to find when life gets in the way. With some self reflection, new awareness and processing it's exciting to see how things can begin to change with some new perspective and development of new stories we tell ourselves. As a result of this work, our lives moving forward can be elevated and begin to move in the right direction. I am honored to help clients in their journey to find peace, inspiration and motivation to be the best they can be!

Please note for clients in the Truckee/Tahoe area option for in person (in addition to virtual)

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Smith

Jamie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on working with individuals with anxiety disorders, stress, past trauma, depression, and grief.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jillandra Rovaris

Dr. Jillandra Rovaris

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive, empowering space where clients feel heard, valued, and equipped with the tools for lasting growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Isadora Rivers

Isadora Rivers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and empathetic. I help clients express themselves, gain insight and learn skills to manage stress and emotional challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Ziadeh

Mary Ziadeh

Therapist

Virtual • Davis, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and have been working in the field since 2007. I specialize in working with individuals who are motivated to engage in therapy to reach their desired goals. It's important to me that I meet you where you are on your journey, & that you experience our work together as a collaboration. I am passionate about working with individuals who have experienced trauma, to help them understand how their nervous system was affected & how to regulate it.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Torres

Esther Torres

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in providing treatment to individuals who are experiencing difficulties with feelings of anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, trauma and/or life transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelly Morehouse-Smith

Kelly Morehouse-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with 25 years of experience using my clinical skills in a corporate setting — and now I'm coming back to what drew me to this field in the first place: working with people one-on-one. I offer telehealth sessions, so we can meet from wherever you're most comfortable. I work with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, career shifts, relationship stress, and the kind of quiet drift that happens when you've been running hard for a long time.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Zelalem Hagos

Zelalem Hagos

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m especially passionate about creating a space where women of color feel seen, respected, and understood. Not just as clients, but as whole people with unique stories, cultures, values, and experiences. Whether you’re navigating relationships, work stress, life transitions, self-worth, or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. You’re welcome here, exactly as you are.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Suji Yamauchi

Suji Yamauchi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is collaborative and compassionate. Growth happens when we combine self-understanding with practical tools for daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barclay Kenyon

Barclay Kenyon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“My practice emphasizes a direct approach and quick results, and clients typically see myriad types of improvement in their lives soon after commencing therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Veronica Munguia-Guizar

Veronica Munguia-Guizar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a latinx anti-oppressive and trauma-informed therapist specializing in serving individuals from marginalized experiences (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent folks).”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Casey Swank

Casey Swank

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With 17 years in the addiction treatment field, I'm deeply passionate about supporting people as they work toward meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Brooks

Amy Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is kind and compassionate, yet direct. I believe healing comes from looking at the truth; however, it must be handled with care, because you and your feelings matter.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Taylor Poppmeier

Taylor Poppmeier

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I use a direct approach to build a real relationship with you. I don't shy away from difficult topics.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kyrra Christian

Kyrra Christian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I set my intentions to create a safe space; heartful you will learn to cultivate healthier self-healing practices and to be an agent of change within yourself and interpersonal relationship.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alex Melkumian

Alex Melkumian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use an empathic and empowering approach, blending insights from sports psychology, traditional therapy, and financial wellness practices.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Monica Cannon

Monica Cannon

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you are struggling with ADHD and/or symptoms of anxiety or depression or are dealing with difficult relationship issues or life transitions, I could be the therapist for you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Darius Martine

Darius Martine

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens and see clients as the experts in their own lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kayla Hunter

Kayla Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about guiding you through these challenges and empowering you on your journey to self-awareness and understanding.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tara Beach

Tara Beach

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will always be me and believe that this helps people feel safe when building a connection with me, a human being rather than a blank slate expert.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Timothy Tu

Timothy Tu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and earned my graduate degree from Yale University. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I worked in inpatient psychiatry, psychiatric emergency care, trauma, and critical care. I work with teens and adults with concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders. I also speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ada Valladares

Ada Valladares

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I have been told to have a calming and grounding presence. I use mindfulness to integrate the mind-body connection to help individuals find balance.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diane Smith

Diane Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I combine clinical depth with warm, authentic connection to help my clients track complex patterns in their relationships, identities, and everyday lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Lyssabeth Mattoon

Dr. Lyssabeth Mattoon

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Welcome! I am Dr. Lyssabeth Mattoon, PhD, a clinical psychologist and trauma specialist, skilled at providing individual and family therapy for adolescents, children and adults. My calling in life is to support and empower trauma survivors to harness their inner strength as part of the healing process.

Education:

Licensed CA Clinical Psychologist, 2013

Clinical Psychology, PhD, 2010

Clinical Psychology, MA, 2007

Psychology, BA, 2002

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Neal

Jeremiah Neal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I practice the evidenced and researched based model of Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy which reaches beyond "what to say" and helps couples experientially make sense of the emotional patterns that interrupt their connection while also assisting...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bernadette Johnson

Bernadette Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Crescent City, CA


I have 10 years of experience working with children, individuals, couples and families to using a strength-based, systems approach. For couple’s I utilize Gottman-based approaches.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shannon Lopynski

Shannon Lopynski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate yet direct. I create a supportive space where you can feel understood while also being gently challenged to explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tinu Olalere

Tinu Olalere

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I don't just see you as a case to be treated, but a unique individual deserving of respect, understanding, and support.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jackie Crossley

Jackie Crossley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Cruz, CA


“I believe my role as a therapist is to assist you through difficult moments in your life with the goal of giving you the skills to use even after therapy is complete.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Reider

Jennifer Reider

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who helps people heal from the inside out.

I’ve worked with children, teens, and adults for years, and one thing I’ve learned is that healing happens when we feel seen, safe, and accepted exactly as we are. My style is warm, real, and collaborative. I meet you where you are, and we go from there.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacquelin Garcia De Santiago

Jacquelin Garcia De Santiago

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adults and specialize in trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, and adjustment disorders...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Manhattan Beach, CA
There are over 77 therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA accepting new patients.
77+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 91%Stress management
  • 91%Relationship issues
  • 90%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 61%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 43%Cigna
  • 39%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%French
  • 1%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 26%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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