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Grief counselors and therapists in San Diego, CA
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in San Diego, CA
Grieving a loved one requires compassionate, specialized support. In San Diego, Headway offers virtual and in-person therapy sessions with providers experienced in grief counseling, helping you cope with death, anticipatory grief, and unresolved loss at your own pace.
“I have a lot of energy! I love helping while providing you the support you need help managing stress anxiety/panic attacks, anger, motivation, self-esteem, improving confidence, past substance use, and/or depressive symptoms.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My specialty is working with LGBT+ adults and couples. Issues I have worked with in the past include same-sex couples' dynamics, self-acceptance, the coming-out process, and gender transition.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I know what it feels like to feel alone, stuck in life, and anxious, depressed and "going through it".”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and live a life worth celebrating.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hi You can call me Dave I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist I've been practicing for eleven years I do not prescribe medication My specialization is in individual therapy, group therapy, And marriage Family therapy
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a warm, affirming space where you can be yourself while also gaining practical skills to navigate life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I have over 15+ years experience as a nurse working in various departments, working hands on with patients, as well as leadership and management roles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling truly heard, and I create space for your voice, your experience, and your truth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I identify as an Asian American first-generation individual who migrated to the United States as a child, and this lived experience informs my culturally responsive and flexible approach.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Life can be overwhelming and sometimes we just want to be understood while also developing the tools to cope with and overcome personal challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I show up as a real, engaged therapist who is focused on helping you understand what's happening beneath the surface — not just talk about it.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“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
“I am an imaginative, therapist of color who operates best with people who enjoy a good laugh, are insightful, and willing to challenge themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I like to meet clients where they are at emotionally, and provide support so they feel comfortable to open up...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I approach therapy from a collaborative perspective, viewing my clients as the experts in their own lives while seeking to empower them to foster positive change...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is very casual, but I want to make sure we are always moving toward our goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I've worked extensively with clients from the entertainment industry, first responders, and veterans.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“Supporting you in getting where you want to go is my passion. As a seasoned therapist specializing in empowering adults, my solution-focused, client-centered, strength-based, approach has successfully helped hundreds of adults make life-changing...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is rooted in Somatic Experiencing, which means we don't just talk about what's happening - we pay attention to how it lives in your body, your nervous system, and your patterns over time.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Play Therapy lets children communicate through play - toys are their words and play is their language.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm genuinely interested in what's happening beneath the surface of your life — not just the symptoms, but the patterns, the history, the stories you've been telling yourself for a long time.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I am a board-certified nurse practitioner with many years of experience in healthcare, including primary care, psychiatric mental health, leadership, and wellness-based practice. My background has allowed me to work with individuals facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and medical concerns, and I understand how closely mental health and physical health are connected.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
My name is Sara. I have been working in the field for over 7 years. I am currently finishing up my PhD in Mindful Andrological practices. I consider myself a very down-to-earth, gentle, and holistic person.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide a supportive space where both children and caregivers feel understood, empowered, and equipped with tools to create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I work with people across the full span of life, from young children and teenagers to adults and older adults, which means I can support your child, yourself, or both.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe, understood, and free to explore your experiences without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“As someone who moved from Sri Lanka to the U.S. as a young adult, I understand firsthand the complexities of acculturation and identity development.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, direct, and solution focused. I combine CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and coaching to help you understand your patterns and take meaningful action.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hello - My name is Nicole Forester. I welcome you.
I recognize the energy it takes to seek support.
I focus on what matters most to you at a pace you are comfortable with.
Thank you for trusting me to be part of this process.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Much of my work lives in the quieter, often invisible seasons of life. The ones rarely named but felt deep in your bones. The long work of trauma recovery and PTSD. The ache of grief. The slow unraveling of relationships you once thought were unshakable. The pull of old abandonment wounds. The disorientation of postpartum identity shifts. The thresholds of career and purpose. These passages can feel like endings, yet they're also quiet beginnings, waiting to be met with care. In our work together, we'll listen for what's ready to be released and make room for what's trying to emerge.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“The goal is to become less controlled by it and to be able to experience uncertainty, discomfort, or intrusive thoughts without automatically changing your life to make those feelings go away.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is holistic—considering the whole person rather than just a client's symptoms—while providing a safe space for healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe healing often begins with something simple but powerful: an invitation to have a conversation.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in working with clients to help them harness their own values and beliefs in order to meet their individualized goals in life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
I believe that most people are either stuck repeating a cycle of generational trauma, or carrying the burden of bravely breaking that cycle. You deserve to break that cycle by discovering and embracing your best self, without fear or shame. But I understand that this is not always easy. I can help you break down the barriers that prevent you from achieving your goals and assist you on a transformative journey to becoming the person you want to be. Therapy is a process of the human spirit requiring courage, creativity, and self-compassion and I welcome you to join me.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Creating meaningful connections and a more satisfying life experience can be achieved with healthy conversation that gives you permission to be yourself and connect with others authentically.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am committed to helping you heal and grow. I have experience working with individuals with a variety of conditions/issues including depression, anxiety, grief and trauma.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Whether you are looking to resolve deeply troubling issues that are causing you to suffer or you are longing for something more satisfying in your relationships, I will walk through this journey with you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm a bilingual sex-positive therapist, here to support dismantling negative sex tropes upheld by society.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, authentic, and honest, creating a safe space where you can feel truly seen and heard.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of San Diego, CA who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Diego, CA
42+
Average years in practice
12 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Grief or loss
- 95%Stress management
- 95%Depression
- 93%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 67%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 57%Cigna
- 55%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
- 90%English
- 24%Spanish
- 2%Arabic
- 2%French
- 2%German
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 64%Woman
- 36%Man
License types
- 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 14%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 2%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 38%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
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