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Grief counselors and therapists in San Francisco, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in San Francisco, CA

Grief therapy in San Francisco connects you with 6,014 licensed providers experienced in bereavement counseling, complicated grief treatment, and coping with loss. Access evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT through virtual or in-person sessions, with many clients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Anthony Meixner

Anthony Meixner

Therapist

In-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“You will have the chance to experience the space to be safe, validating, non-judgmental, and empathetic.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Randall Coeshott

Dr. Randall Coeshott

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I collaborate with clients to help them overcome their challenges and facilitate long lasting change using an integrative approach to psychotherapy...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Denise Alfaro

Denise Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I focus on giving you concrete, real-world tools that lead to noticeable changes in your everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brad Novak

Dr. Brad Novak

Psychiatrist

In-person • 19 mi away • Belmont, CA


Welcome! I specialize in medication management (psychopharmacology) of depression, anxiety disorders, OCD and ADHD of adult patients. I graduated from the Stanford Psychiatry Residency Program in 2004 where I served as chief resident and have been in private practice since 2005. You may learn more about my practice at https://sfpsychiatrylaw.com. Please note that the first appointment is done in my office in Belmont. I talk to prospective clients on the phone before booking the inital intake appointment. I am not able to take all the patients who wish to schedule.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Pleasant Hill, CA


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling a little bit lighter, more connected, more seen, more validated, and armed with new tools, insight, and strategies to handle overwhelming emotions or interpersonal and social scenarios.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Ramon, CA


“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mindy Leake

Mindy Leake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Novato, CA


Hello, I'm Mindy. I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 16 years of clinical experience. My path has included military service, community health work in rural Morocco, and care across many settings, from intensive care to hospice. These experiences shape how I show up: with warmth, curiosity, cultural humility, and respect for everyone's story. I treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

That means taking time to dig into your history, what has worked, what has not, and what you actually want from your care. Whether that is medication management or medication management with therapy, we figure it out together.

I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life transitions including loss, chronic illness, major life changes, and times when you just cannot name what is wrong yet.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Soltani

Paula Soltani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I pull from a variety of approaches, within a framework of strength-based, attachment theory, compassion focused and mindfulness and am committed to adapting to using what is most appropriate for you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Concord, CA


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe balancing your mental health and physical wellness is key to improving stability in life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Rosen

Rachel Rosen

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • Benicia, CA


Struggling with depression & identity through childhood, diagnosed with ADHD as an adult— I know about "not reaching [your] potential," and feeling like everything is a struggle.

Beginning in middle school as a volunteer, I gained over 20 years of experience with a range of developmental and other issues before beginning grad school.

Since earning my license, my work has focused primarily on adults and teens with ADHD & ASD, chronic depression, LGBTQIA+ & identity issues.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Svetlana Tikhonova

Svetlana Tikhonova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Altos, CA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I try to create a safe space where even the most uncomfortable topics and life experiences are welcome to be seen and understood with respect.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hong Zhang

Hong Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Altos, CA


“My specialty is the multicultural treatment of adolescents and adults with anxiety, grief, loss, and trauma.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sara M. Hunt

Sara M. Hunt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Dublin, CA


“I believe each person has the potential for healing, connection, and building healthier relationships with a good support system.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Walker

Dana Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Campbell, CA


Are you struggling with childhood trauma, dysregulation of emotions, intrusive thinking, or feeling stuck navigating life demands? You don't have to face them alone. I can be of support to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and strengthen emotional stability. Collectively, we'll work together by developing strategies to cope with stressors, build healthy skillsets that will promote a more positive and balanced lifestyle.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Connett

Rachel Connett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


“Rachel's passion is to meet each client where they are in their life struggles, including self-esteem, relationships, and work, and guide them through the process of self-actualization to achieve independence so that they can return to full...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Juanita Shoopman

Juanita Shoopman

Therapist

In-person • Vacaville, CA


Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same cycles of anxiety, depression, or conflict that keep you from feeling truly present in your life? I help individuals and couples who are ready for change—whether you're navigating mood disorders, relationship struggles, or intense family issues. With a strong background in anger management and addressing complex topics like sexual disorders, I offer a safe, confidential space to work through challenges. As a parent and a grandmother, and having served as a child custody mediator, I bring a wealth of real-world experience to issues like co-parenting and visitation planning. I also specialize in empowering women who are survivors of domestic violence, helping you move from a place of survival to one of strength and stability. Let's work together to create the sustainable change you deserve.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Keith Wilson

Dr. Keith Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Rosa, CA


People say I am a good listener so I will get to know you and the goals you bring to therapy

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Felton, CA


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Karen Mccrary

Karen Mccrary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tracy, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT 123208. I worked as a teacher and decided to go back to school and continue my education, to enable me to work with families, couples and individuals in a therapeutic setting. My focus is family, marriage and couples counseling. I have experience working with families that have unconventional lifestyles. In addition, I have experience working with couples, teens, groups and children. I have worked with the school district as a mental health counselor, as well as conducted group therapy in all settings. I am trained in Gottman Method for Couples and Bariatric Assessment certified.

•Couples Counseling •Specialization in Gottman Method and Sex Therapy. Individual Adult, Tween & Teen Counseling •Anger Management, ADHD, ADD. Certified Bariatric Assessments. Supervision for Interns. Family Therapy, and court appointed therapist for Reunification Therapy.

I believe that each individual has a purpose and that sometimes we need assistance in finding our purpose. Let me help you find your own purpose or regain focus on your life's path to feeling satisfied in the life you are living. I am available via online or in person and licensed in California and Arizona.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jolene Coe

Jolene Coe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Capitola, CA


“I am an Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and work from a parts-based lens to help you understand and relate differently to these internal patterns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Christopher Dailey

Daniel Christopher Dailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Cruz, CA


“In sessions, I combine emotional insight with practical skill-building so therapy feels both supportive and useful.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Smith

Meghan Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Cruz, CA


I’m Meghan Smith, LCSW, and I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, grief, and acute stress. I use EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT within a trauma-informed framework — tailoring every treatment plan to you. Therapy with me is collaborative, grounded, and at a pace that feels safe. I’m here to walk alongside you, not push you.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Otis

Jennifer Otis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is an active, collaborative partnership designed around your strengths rather than your struggles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maria Ayala

Maria Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal isn't to hand you a diagnosis. It's to help you feel steadier, and to build something that holds up after therapy ends.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christian Lozano

Christian Lozano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hold specialty certifications in trauma treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-informed practice, and I've completed Acceptance and Commitment Therapy training under Dr. Richard Sears.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diane Hough

Diane Hough

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and accepted from our very first conversation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Roche

Sean Roche

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal as your therapist is to help you gain clarity, build effective tools, and move toward a life that feels more manageable and meaningful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lara Dye

Dr. Lara Dye

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“I utilize several therapeutic 'tools' which help my client to decrease unhealthy relationship behaviors and increase healthy attachment...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kimberly Western

Kimberly Western

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have invested in clinical training as a graduate professor for the past 11 years, helping students move through their education into their careers. In addition to serving as an adjunct faculty member for Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology, I also held the title of Lead Faculty and Faculty Advisor for the University of Phoenix, providing expertise in clinical supervision, assessment, and treatment planning.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Mander

Christina Mander

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm trained in multiple modalities including Psychodynamic, Attachment Theories, Mindfulness, Humanistic, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Mowbray

Tamara Mowbray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 25 years of working with individuals, couples and families, I have the training and experience to help you work through what you are currently facing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aryeh Lazar

Aryeh Lazar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, insightful, and collaborative. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), drawing from other evidence-based approaches when useful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Gandy

Melissa Gandy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet you where you are and offer a space grounded in acceptance, compassion, and respect as we work together toward positive change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a parent, human, 1st generation Latina, and someone who has lived through depression, postpartum struggles, and loss, I'm drawn to supporting others through situations that can be difficult to even put into words.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Chesbro

Jessica Chesbro

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Jessica and I love supporting youth and their families to bring out confidence and build healthy relationship patterns to support them as they grow in today's world. I have background in Expressive Arts Therapy and bring creative approaches including art, play, and drama therapy techniques as entry points into cognitive behavioral interventions and strategies to assist with behavior, emotion regulation, and understanding of one's self. My philosophical goal as a therapist is to help people I work with curate more joy into their lives and for children to be seen in their unique strengths and supported to grow through challenges. I believe that curiosity is the antidote to depression. Let's get curious together!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. James Armour

Dr. James Armour

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, depression, panic, trauma, PTSD, and other life stressors. With experience in psychiatric crisis care and community outreach, I believe healing starts with feeling safe enough to show up. My goal is to offer real, judgment-free support that meets you where you are and helps you move toward lasting growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
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 7 insurance carriers
Freddie Williams

Freddie Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create my sessions from a client-centered approach, supporting and partnering with my client in an environment of acceptance, understanding, and unconditional positive regard...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Francisco, CA
There are over 45 therapists in San Francisco, CA accepting new patients.
45+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 96%Stress management
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 93%Relationship issues
  • 91%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 93%Aetna
  • 56%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 51%Providence Health Plan
  • 40%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 36%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 7%Russian
  • 4%French
  • 4%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 84%In-person or online
  • 16%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 60%Woman
  • 33%Man
  • 7%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 16%Clinical Psychologist
  • 16%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 29%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy

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