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Grief counselors and therapists in Palmdale, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Palmdale, CA

Palmdale residents dealing with loss, whether from death of a family member or friend, can access grief therapy through Headway's network of 5,818 providers. Our therapists use proven modalities like meaning making and imaginal recounting to support your healing and help you find closure.

“My communication style is empathetic, warm, and direct. I offer a safe space where you can speak freely, without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Zaryn Avaren

Zaryn Avaren

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change begins when we meet ourselves with curiosity instead of judgment, in a steady and safe space.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Mooradian

Mary Mooradian

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a licensed psychologist in California with 10 years of experience spanning forensic settings, early childhood assessment, and private practice.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hartman

Elizabeth Hartman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbia, CA


“I am compassionate, empathic, I have been working in the field of mental health since 1991, I am understanding and accepting of all the people I work with.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Lizeth Moreno

Dr. Lizeth Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Dr. Lizeth Moreno. I am a first-generation Salvadoran Latina who provides therapy for individuals seeking personal growth, healing, and a deeper understanding of themselves across various stages of life. My work focuses on creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, respected, and emotionally safe. I understand that reaching out for support can feel difficult, and I strive to provide a space where you can explore your experiences, develop insight, and work toward meaningful change. My goal is to help clients build greater self-awareness and strengthen coping strategies.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Dern

Elaine Dern

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy offers an individual the power and insight to begin the process towards empowering one's life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marvi Panhwar

Marvi Panhwar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is trauma-informed, humanistic, and person-centered, meaning I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space where you feel understood and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rebecca Chavez

Rebecca Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be both supportive and empowering providing a safe space while equipping individuals with strategies to overcome barriers and strengthen resilience.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
KA YU

KA YU

Therapist

Virtual • Fremont, CA


“I help clients understand patterns, build practical coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Garcia

Jennifer Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Whittier, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and compassionate. You don't need to have everything figured out, we'll move at a pace that feels right for you...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rudy Castro

Rudy Castro

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been a counselor, therapist, life coach and spiritual counselor for over 25 years. From my own personal transformation I've seen what is possible in healing oneself. My greatest desire is to stand with you to reach your highest sense of freedom and transformation.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Fernanda Morton

Fernanda Morton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy with warmth, compassion, and genuine understanding, providing a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and accepted.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Desiree De Leon

Desiree De Leon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe our experiences and identities influence how we view ourselves and move through the world.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nana-Stella Eugene Elort

Nana-Stella Eugene Elort

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe change begins with hope: hope for a better outcome and a glimmer of possibility that something good can come when we believe and take action.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Airy Michelle-Mason

Airy Michelle-Mason

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I get to be a cheerleader, a guide, a co-pilot, a collaborator, and a witness to your growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ylan Hunt

Ylan Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • California


Sometimes you don’t need someone to simply ask, “And how does that make you feel?” You need a therapist who can listen, understand the bigger picture, help you connect the dots, and work with you on what to actually do next.

That’s the kind of space I strive to provide.

I work with adults who may look like they’re holding everything together while privately feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, angry, disconnected, grieving, or simply tired of carrying so much. Some of my clients come to therapy because of a specific crisis or life transition. Others arrive saying, “I don’t even know where to start—I just know something needs to change.” Both are perfectly valid places to begin.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eric Pcholinski

Eric Pcholinski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy should feel like a collaboration, not a set of instructions handed down by someone who thinks they have all the answers.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shabree Inuwa

Shabree Inuwa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe space by collaboratively working through the therapeutic journey together is essential in healing trauma.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Terrance Flynn

Terrance Flynn

Therapist

Virtual • Claremont, CA


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, combining practical tools with deeper therapeutic work.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Michael Stephens

Michael Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting individuals manage their mental health when dealing with major life transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michael Times

Michael Times

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting adults, teens, and families in medical, community mental health, and addiction treatment settings. I’ve worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I bring a calm, supportive, and down‐to‐earth style to therapy so clients feel safe and understood. I also teach social work and sociology at the university level, which keeps me grounded in current research and best practices. Most importantly, I care about meeting you where you are and helping you move toward meaningful change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jo McCluskey

Jo McCluskey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a non-judgmental, supportive space where clarity, resilience, and meaningful growth can unfold.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hector Calderon

Hector Calderon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing begins with feeling seen and understood, and you do not have to navigate growth, change, or uncertainty alone.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Saenz

Eric Saenz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've spent my career in communities that don't always get access to quality mental health care — supporting children with developmental disabilities, families in housing crisis, adolescents navigating identity, and men of color who've been told to...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sabrina Griswold

Sabrina Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, conversational, and down-to-earth. I'm not the kind of therapist who will sit silently and nod for an hour.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lizbeth Benavides

Lizbeth Benavides

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and resilience, regardless of where they are in their journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
John Peres

John Peres

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe therapy should be both healing and practical—not simply a place to talk, but a place to gain insight, learn effective skills, and create lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Pullen

Alexandra Pullen

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and supported. I believe mental wellness is an essential part of overall health, and that healing begins by moving from survival to thriving through nervous system regulation, processing past experiences, and strengthening the mind-body connection. Meaningful change and healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and collaboration. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, addiction, performance anxiety, work-related stress... or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, we'll work together to build insight, process difficult experiences when appropriate, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nia Barnett

Nia Barnett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that people can create meaningful change when they have a safe space to understand themselves, work through challenges, and identify what they want for their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eleanor Raymond

Eleanor Raymond

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi I'm Eleanor! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and New Mexico. I am passionate about empowering people to build self-trust and self-acceptance. Most of my clients come to therapy because they want to make a change or cope with a change that they did not choose.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Conrad Larkin

Conrad Larkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Rosa, CA


“During my more than 30 years as a therapist I have found that once an unworkable pattern is revealed and the emotions connected to that are expressed, your authentic self is more available.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Annie Vo

Annie Vo

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Annie Vo, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles, CA. I specialized in working with individuals, adults, children, and families with trauma, grief, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. I work collaboratively to explore the connection and meaning of your unique life challenges by reflecting, processing, and recognizing the underlying root of your conflict. I utilize visual and engaging strategies and interventions to support my client in implementing and enhancing their coping skills and deeper therapeutic insight.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Casas

Mark Casas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone has the ability to heal and grow, and my role is to create a safe, affirming space where that process feels possible.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kiami Bibb

Kiami Bibb

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I possess an innate ability to establish trusting and healing relationships, with core values and passion for connecting with genuine compassion and gentle care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Rodriguez

John Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Sometimes I will be your biggest cheerleader, other times I will push you and ask you to sit in discomfort.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Trinese Clark

Dr. Trinese Clark

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to achieve your therapeutic goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hector Madril

Hector Madril

Therapist

Virtual • California


Feeling worried all the time? Feeling down or depressed? Dealing with negative thinking that wont go away? Having difficulties in your relationships? Struggling to maintain a balance between responsibilities and everyday challenges?

Let me help you! I will guide you to effectively manage anxiety, depression or elevated stress that may arise when dealing with past or present relationship issues, family conflict, divorce, separation, parenting difficulties, trauma, illness, loss, transitions or other life stressors.

I'm here for you! Don't tackle this alone; open yourself to professional help.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chrishawn Knowlden

Chrishawn Knowlden

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy doesn't require you to have everything figured out; it simply asks that you show up as you are.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jane Akponye

Dr. Jane Akponye

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and flexible, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution‐focused strategies with creative tools like storytelling and music to make each session meaningful and personal.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Candice Campbell

Candice Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, collaborative and balanced approach using cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help clients embrace their authentic selves and improve their quality of life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Palmdale, CA who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Palmdale, CA
There are over 5,826 therapists in Palmdale, CA accepting new patients.
5,826+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 78%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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