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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.

Chula Tran

Chula Tran

Therapist

Virtual • Fountain Valley, CA


I am dedicated to helping teens struggling with trauma and self-harm behavior. My experience working with Orange Unified School District, running groups from grade 6-12 for students struggling with emotional and behavioral problems has given me unique insight into not only helping teens, but also working with the families, schools, and community to provide more effective treatment. I have partnered with Western Youth Services in helping at risk teens and low income families in helping adolescents to overcome academic barriers and families cope with serious defiance and drug use.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tameka Dyce

Tameka Dyce

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My approach to care is thoughtful, collaborative, and evidence-based. I focus on understanding your unique history, symptoms, and goals before making recommendations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jeff Hull

Jeff Hull

Therapist

Virtual • Chico, CA


“I believe every person has an innate capacity for healing, growth, and change, and that each person's path is uniquely their own.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yamileth Rivas

Yamileth Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am impassioned about accompanying others on their journey toward mental health and wellness. I focus on meeting clients where they are and transmitting my care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Noah Hass-Cohen

Dr. Noah Hass-Cohen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a psychologist and professor who uses research supported positive psychology, solution focused and creative arts therapies psychotherapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Helen Crew

Helen Crew

Therapist

Virtual • California


Becoming a mother changes everything — your body, your identity, your relationships, your sense of self. But even before motherhood, life has a way of piling on. Maybe you’re a college student juggling everything at once, a working woman with too many open tabs and not enough hours, or a mom running on empty wondering when it became this hard. Whether you’re navigating postpartum anxiety, pregnancy loss, burnout, life transitions, or just that feeling that you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way — you deserve more than just getting through the day. This space is for you!

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Suzanne Adams

Dr. Suzanne Adams

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“By nature, I am a grounded, thoughtful, warm, and humorous person, who will approach our work together with genuine curiosity, openness, kindness, and empathy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kremena Dimitrova

Kremena Dimitrova

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe every person deserves to feel heard and understood. My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where we can work together to help you achieve lasting emotional wellness and improve your quality of life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dorene Fanning

Dorene Fanning

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and supported on their journey toward healing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kyle Gambill

Kyle Gambill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is relaxed, collaborative, and judgment-free. I believe you should feel heard and have a voice in decisions about your treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maureen Okere

Maureen Okere

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, holistic, and empowering. I work collaboratively with clients to understand what's going on beneath the surface and to build practical tools for change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Heather Cresswell

Dr. Heather Cresswell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a supportive, collaborative space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brace Bacon

Brace Bacon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Springs, CA


“I help adults navigate anxiety, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions with warmth, insight, and practical support.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
DeAnna Bereza

DeAnna Bereza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be active, structured, and results-focused. My approach blends evidence-based techniques from CBT, DBT, MCT, IFS, and more, tailored to your unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brent Petersen

Brent Petersen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you with curiosity and without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Davis

Julia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
Jeffrey Maloney

Jeffrey Maloney

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have been a psychologist for 44 years and worn many hats: schools, private practice, clinics and agencies. Experience counts for a lot! I am dedicated to my patients reducing their suffering.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tandrea Thysell

Tandrea Thysell

Therapist

Virtual • Stockton, CA


Hi, I'm Tandrea Thysell, a California-based Marriage & Family Therapist. I've been providing therapy for most of my life (I think I was born to do this!), but professionally for more than 10 years.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoot Sax

Zoot Sax

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as someone who helps them feel genuinely accepted, free to show up as their full selves, whoever that may be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Gilbert

Allison Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • Aptos, CA


“I believe people are more resilient than they know. If you are ready to find that in yourself, I would be honored to walk that path with you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jorge Alvarez

Jorge Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Fillmore, CA


“I offer a supportive, practical space where you can explore these challenges, gain clarity, and develop real-world tools to move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kyrah Larkin

Kyrah Larkin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in treating anxiety, stress, PTSD and trauma. I understand how overwhelming these experiences can feel, and I work collaboratively with my clients to create a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can happen.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tara Ryan

Tara Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a multi-state licensed therapist across California, Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, and Texas, specializing in helping adults navigate deep-seated mental health challenges alongside intense personal and professional transitions.

With vast clinical experience, I have served as a university career counselor, a specialist for healthcare professionals, and a dedicated clinician within both the US Navy Family Advocacy Program and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

My practice provides a highly supportive, practical space for college students, working adults at all career stages, healthcare workers, service members, Veterans, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

I blend empathetic listening with deep clinical insight to help you manage and heal from:

Core Mental Health & Neurodivergence:

Anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and identity exploration.

Trauma & Life Impact:

Complex trauma, PTSD, grief, loss, and managing chronic medical conditions.

Daily Survival:

Severe career burnout, relationship problems, and navigating life's overlapping pressures.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jeanette Perez

Jeanette Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want you to feel safe, heard, and genuinely understood. You don't have to make your story sound better, worse, or more put-together than it is.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alireza Nikpour

Alireza Nikpour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I see medication as one important tool — not the only one — and I take time to understand your full picture before making recommendations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bonnie Merritt

Bonnie Merritt

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have worked for the last 18 years with a Spanish speaking population supporting healing around trauma and a variety of issues from prevention to severe and chronic suffering.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evelyn Ciampa

Evelyn Ciampa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


Hi, I'm Evelyn! As a seasoned psychiatric nurse practitioner with over four years of experience, I'm passionate about helping children, teens, and adults navigate their mental health journeys with compassion and understanding.

I believe everyone deserves to feel heard and empowered in their healing process. Through my work with diverse populations—from children as young as six to adults with complex mental health challenges—I've learned the importance of meeting patients exactly where they are, without judgment and with genuine care.

I specialize in ADHD assessment, medication management, and coaching across all ages. Having witnessed how ADHD impacts every aspect of life, I take a comprehensive approach beyond medication. I help families understand ADHD systems, develop coping strategies, and create academic accommodations for success.

My experience includes managing complex psychiatric conditions and treatment-refractory illnesses requiring specialized medications like lithium and dual-antipsychotic treatments. I believe in holistic care, emphasizing how nutrition, physical activity, mindful practices, and sleep hygiene support mental wellness alongside medication.

What sets my practice apart is collaborative care. I work closely with patients and families to create individualized, achievable treatment goals. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other conditions, I prioritize building therapeutic relationships where you feel safe sharing your experiences.

I maintain high standards with comprehensive malpractice insurance, current California licensure, and DEA certification. My approach includes medication monitoring and regular prescription checks for your safety.

My practice is built on the foundation that everyone deserves compassionate, personalized mental health care. I look forward to partnering with you to achieve the balance and peace you're seeking.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hillary Howard

Hillary Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use compassion, insight, and humor to create engaging and interactive sessions for you to see the progress you want to make.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Munju Anna Chung

Munju Anna Chung

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative... Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Trauma-Informed.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gretchen Cooper

Dr. Gretchen Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with individuals and families across the spectrum, as well as professionals navigating major life transitions. As a Psychology Professor and Senior Lecturer, I provide a high-level clinical space for those who feel "stuck" in their current narrative. Whether you are exploring your identity, navigating a career shift, or seeking LGBTQ+ affirming care, my ideal clients are those ready to build a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and truly yours.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nimish Chakarwarti

Nimish Chakarwarti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I provide medication management alongside supportive therapy-informed care. My approach is comprehensive and collaborative...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Christopher Eugenio

John Christopher Eugenio

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“If you also live with CKD or receive dialysis, I understand how closely physical and mental health are connected.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daniel Girgis

Daniel Girgis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is structured and analytical, emphasizing the process of collaborating with individuals to break down their problems into smaller and more tangible experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Dr. Anton Yanagisawa

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I integrate different theoretical approaches in order to tailor a treatment that is most meaningful to you and relevant to your presenting challenge.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Leslie Agnew-Watson

Leslie Agnew-Watson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive—I honor the identities, histories, and values that shape who you are...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nancy Gonzalez-McKenzie

Nancy Gonzalez-McKenzie

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a survivor, am the first person in my family to earn a college degree and am driven to not only continue to hold myself accountable but also my patients accountable when it comes to meeting their full potential.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carmon Williams

Carmon Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, and welcome! Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or grief. You may feel stuck, stressed, or unsure how to move forward. My goal is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore your concerns, feel understood, and start building the tools to regain control and find peace.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bashnick

Elizabeth Bashnick

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“With more than ten years of experience in hospital-based clinical care, I've learned just how resilient people truly are—even in their most challenging moments.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janae Miley Stark

Janae Miley Stark

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Janae believes every person carries within them the capacity to grow, heal, and step into a fuller sense of who they are — even when life feels overwhelming.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Mehrannia

Lisa Mehrannia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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
There are over 42 therapists in San Diego, CA accepting new patients.
42+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 95%Stress management
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 57%Cigna
  • 55%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 90%English
  • 24%Spanish
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%French
  • 2%German
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 64%Woman
  • 36%Man
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 2%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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