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Grief counselors and therapists in Riverside, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Riverside, CA

Grieving a parent, partner, sibling, or child in Riverside? Headway offers accessible grief therapy through 5,641 providers who use CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed approaches. Sessions are available within days, and many clients save 75% on costs through insurance coverage.

Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“I listen to your experiences, validate your struggles, and develop treatment approaches that feel achievable.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sonia Sierra

Sonia Sierra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as your full self and feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Kruse

Daniel Kruse

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Reyes

Cindy Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, calm, and supportive I believe you are the expert in your own life, and I'm here to walk alongside you as you reach your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Monica Nunez

Monica Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is direct, transparent, open to feedback. I help by brainstorming different options in your life that are in your best interest.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Amy Shefftz

Amy Shefftz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“What sets my practice apart is my commitment to seeing each person as a unique individual with their own strengths, challenges, and goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sandra Martinez Silva

Sandra Martinez Silva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adults—especially women and first-generation folks—who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained by anxiety, stress, burnout, and big life changes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Garen Mirzayan

Dr. Garen Mirzayan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mission Hills, CA


“I believe successful treatment begins with listening. I work closely with each patient to create an individualized plan that reflects their unique needs, goals, and circumstances.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Josephine Wallace

Josephine Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use CBT, Narrative Therapy and Solution Focus modalities to affirm your unique strengths and coping skills.”
Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Len Ray

Len Ray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will encourage and support our dialog and treatment plan(s) to meet your unique and specific needs.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Misty Steffen

Misty Steffen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“At the core of my practice is authentic partnership, showing up for every client with genuine warmth, deep respect, and real interest in who they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Ann Therese De Los Santos

Julie Ann Therese De Los Santos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach to care is collaborative and patient-centered—your body, your mind, and your voice matter.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Hung

Emily Hung

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a culturally attuned perspective and a deep commitment to creating a warm, judgment-free space where you feel truly heard.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Lapinski

Andrea Lapinski

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have over 30 years of clinical, counseling and administrative experience working with individuals and couples, addressing the unique issues related to their unique life experiences. I have extensive professional and personal experience with military families and veterans. I understand first-hand the struggles of grief and medical conditions that impact all aspects of life. I have supported chronically and terminally ill patients, individuals living with cancer or chronic medical diagnoses, as well as parents experiencing infertility, peripartum, and postpartum depression. Whether dealing with life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, or divorce, or simply seeking to express yourself and feel more confident, I am here to walk with you, provide insights, and support you toward lasting change.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wanda Jackson

Wanda Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing begins with the courage to turn toward the experiences we have carried in silence, find meaning in what we have endured, and discover our voice as we write the chapters yet to come.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allyse Pratt

Allyse Pratt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is solution-oriented, open-minded, and empowering. I believe therapy should be a collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and respected while working toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Candy Taylor-Ceballos

Candy Taylor-Ceballos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Latiné LCSW with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kim Multani

Kim Multani

Therapist

Virtual • California


Reaching out for support isn’t always easy, especially when you’ve been trying to manage everything on your own. I work with adults and adolescents who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or simply unsure of what to do next. You may be navigating depression, trauma, relationship or family challenges, grief, stress, or a difficult transition in your life. Whatever brings you in, you don’t have to have it all figured out. I’m warm, approachable, and genuinely interested in understanding your experience, not judging it. I want therapy to be a place where you can exhale, be yourself, and feel like you don’t have to carry everything alone.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Stewart

Sarah Stewart

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Welcome! I’m Sarah Stewart, and I specialize in medication management for adults dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. My approach blends evidence-based care with compassion and collaboration.

I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where we work together to understand your unique needs and goals.

I completed my training as a PMHNP in California and have experience in both emergency and outpatient mental health settings.

I look forward to working together to build a plan that supports your well-being!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gina Feletar

Gina Feletar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chula Vista, CA


I am Gina Feletar, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of nursing experience, and a dedicated companion on your journey toward well-being. I am serving clients in both Arizona and California.

Healing begins when we see the whole person, not just the symptoms. My practice blends evidence-based care with a holistic perspective, creating space for healing that also honors your uniqueness. Beyond managing mental health conditions, my mission is to help you reclaim your strength, and rediscover hope rooted in wellness and purpose.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ryan Ingram

Dr. Ryan Ingram

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change happens when you feel safe enough to be yourself - not when you're pressured to "fix" or change who you are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Julie Hall-Sweaza

Julie Hall-Sweaza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style centers on empowering clients to improve their lives through collaborative goal-setting and a focus on mental health and well-being. ... I take a direct yet supportive approach, asking thoughtful questions to guide clients toward their own...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tyisha Fletcher

Tyisha Fletcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Anaheim, CA


“I specialize in working with people of color by providing a safe space to focus on complete mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joy Zembruski

Joy Zembruski

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Beach, CA


“In your first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming, low-pressure environment designed to help us get to know one another and begin building rapport.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tyra Butler

Tyra Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Corona, CA


“I believe growth and healing begin within a safe, authentic relationship, one where you feel genuinely seen, heard, understood, and accepted.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ifunanya Ifeacho

Ifunanya Ifeacho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, primary care, and behavioral health — because I believe that true healing requires treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sophia Nouri

Dr. Sophia Nouri

Psychologist

Virtual • California


If you're looking for an empathic, reliable therapist, I strive to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can explore current stressors, past experiences, relationship dynamics, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I believe meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and safe enough to be authentic.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Young Tae Lee

Young Tae Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gold River, CA


“I have been with people in crisis at 2 a.m., and I have supported others through gradual, steady progress over many months.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarkis Anthony Vartan

Sarkis Anthony Vartan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, direct, and solution-oriented. I believe therapy should provide clarity, practical tools, and meaningful progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Saldana

Ashley Saldana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing begins with feeling truly heard and accepted, so I focus on building a safe, trusting connection from the start.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melody Hernandez

Melody Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and life experiences without judgment.”
Grief or loss, End of life care, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Trauma
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gurleen Hans

Gurleen Hans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


“I’ll be honest about your options, what each might help with, and the risks involved, and you can ask me anything.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Lucinda Schoenick

Dr. Lucinda Schoenick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My approach is warm, direct, and solution-focused. I combine evidence-based medication management with supportive therapy, helping clients understand their symptoms and feel empowered in their treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Fritzie Fernandez-Craft

Fritzie Fernandez-Craft

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, active, and entirely collaborative, meaning we work as a team to break old patterns and build lasting relief.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Paden

Matthew Paden

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Matthew is also an end-of-life doula and a Certified HeartMath® trainer, integrating mindfulness, emotional regulation, and compassionate presence into his work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Nnebe

Joy Nnebe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Manteca, CA


Hi, and welcome! I am Joy Nnebe, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am thrilled you’re considering working with me.

I have 8 years of experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing, and I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, trauma, and more, using approaches like CBT therapy and trauma-informed care. I aim to provide simple, non-judgmental, supportive, and personalized care to help you feel understood and empowered on your mental health journey.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive history working with individuals experiencing psychotic symptoms and crisis situations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephanie Castanon

Stephanie Castanon

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinical social worker motivated to helping others throughout their mental health and wellness journey. In addition to my professional experience, I have also personal experiences that has made me passionate about helping others. I identify as Latina and I am bilingual fluent in Spanish. If you are monolingual or bilingual in Spanish, we can conduct therapy sessions in Spanish if you are more comfortable with that. I am dedicated to establishing a collaborative approach and most importantly, a warm approach to help you achieve your short and long-term treatment goals.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Bill Benson

Bill Benson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often tell me they appreciate that I am direct without being harsh, compassionate without being vague, and practical without reducing therapy to bumper-sticker wisdom.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Riverside, CA
There are over 37 therapists in Riverside, CA accepting new patients.
37+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Stress management
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 100%Depression
  • 92%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 95%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 84%Cigna
  • 59%Blue Shield of California
  • 54%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 27%Spanish
  • 3%Arabic
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 92%In-person or online
  • 8%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 27%Man
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 22%Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 95%Individual therapy
  • 54%Family therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy

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