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Grief counselors and therapists in San Mateo, CA


Top grief and loss counseling therapists in San Mateo, CA
San Mateo residents facing bereavement can find compassionate grief therapy with Headway's 6,017 licensed providers. We offer evidence-based support including Complicated Grief Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and specialized counseling for loss of spouse, parent, child, or sibling. Virtual and in-person sessions are available with flexible scheduling to support your healing journey.
My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and open space to process and prioritize a growth mindset. I tailor my therapeutic approach to best match the needs of the client and truly believe in promoting acceptance. Some modalities I have experience with and may incorporate into therapy are Acceptance Compassion Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Here-and-now Counseling, Trauma-Informed, and Holistic. I have a passion for working with individuals who are looking to unpack complex emotions and experiences that have shaped their understanding of the world.
I am a mental health clinician who takes a solution‐focused and empowering approach to therapy. I believe healing happens at your pace, and I strive to meet you exactly where you are. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood as we work together to explore challenges, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.
Deep listening is a gift that empowers individuals to reflect and change
I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my masters degree in Social Work from CSU Bakersfield. I have been working with children and adolescents for the past five years. My work is person-centered, who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions.
Greetings, my name is Fernando Macias, LMFT. I welcome you to take the opportunity to heal and find helpful solutions to your day to day issues, and to the most complex of situations. Life is not easy, however it can be a very exciting ride.
I believe that every individual has the innate capacity for healing.
Hello! I am a dedicated LCSW committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with resilience and clarity. My goal is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes. My clinical foundation is built on a rigorous academic path focused on understanding human behavior and holistic well-being. I graduated with a BA in Psychology from La Sierra University and later obtained my MSW from Loma Linda University.
I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. Seeking help can feel like a big step, but it is also a powerful one. I offer a collaborative and nonjudgemental space for discovering strengths and with helping you feel empowered.
I have vast experience with a wide variety of clients. My professional history includes children living in abusive environments, teenagers who are struggling to access their education due to mental health concerns, families navigating dysfunction and adults dealing with a variety of life difficulties.
I currently work, primarily, in corrections with inmates struggling to adjust to the custody environment. I offer crisis intervention in addition to ongoing support.
I approach the therapeutic space with compassion and openness. I meet my clients right where they are emotionally and in their healing journey.
Hi, I'm Mitch — a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Vanderbilt University. San Diego has been home since 2020, when the Navy first brought me here.
My background includes pediatrics at Children’s Hospital in St. Paul, inpatient psychiatry in Nashville and San Diego, crisis stabilization, and outpatient mental health care. I’ve worked with veterans, college students, LGBTQ+ individuals, people experiencing homelessness, and patients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, substance use, and severe mental illness.
I primarily provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management while integrating supportive therapy, psychoeducation, and practical coping strategies into visits. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in helping people improve day-to-day functioning and quality of life.
I look forward to getting to know you.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of San Mateo, CA who help people navigate grief and loss



- 100%Grief or loss
- 95%Stress management
- 95%Anxiety
- 95%Relationship issues
- 95%Depression

- 95%Aetna
- 62%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 49%Providence Health Plan
- 46%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 43%Curative

- 100%English
- 11%Spanish
- 8%Hebrew
- 5%French
- 3%Farsi

- 89%In-person or online
- 11%In-person only

- 59%Woman
- 32%Man
- 8%Non-binary

- 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 22%Clinical Psychologist
- 16%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 8%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

- 100%Individual therapy
- 27%Family therapy
- 24%Child or adolescent therapy
- 22%Couples therapy
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