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Grief counselors and therapists in San Rafael, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in San Rafael, CA

Navigate the pain of losing a loved one with grief therapy in San Rafael. Our providers offer personalized support using acceptance-based approaches and meaning-making techniques, helping you cope with death and find a path forward at your own pace.

Sarah Chavez

Sarah Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 10 years of experience in various mental health roles supporting teens, adults, and families through stress, life transitions, and emotional challenges. My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative—therapy with me is not one-size-fits-all. I use a mix of approaches like CBT, trauma-focused care, DBT skills, mindfulness, solution-focused work, family systems, and humanistic therapy, tailoring sessions to what actually works for you. My goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and more confident navigating real-life challenges.

As a first-generation Latina, breaking generational stigma around mental health is deeply important to me. I’m passionate about providing culturally responsive care that honors identity, family values, and lived experience while creating safe space for healing and growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Helen Mettu

Helen Mettu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“Every session is patient-centered and specific so as to create a warm and relaxing environment for my patients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
David Brown

David Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With warmth and curiosity, I help clients navigate challenging conversations while making sure our work is collaborative—you'll always have space for open dialogue and feedback as we move forward together.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Men's issues
Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Israel Pineda

Israel Pineda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that genuine emotional growth requires balancing a deeply authentic, human connection with rigorous clinical practices.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Madison Allen

Madison Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Arcadia, CA


“I enjoy incorporating creativity, games, conversation, and other interactive approaches when appropriate, whether I'm working with children, adolescents, adults, or families.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Heather Jacobs

Heather Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My focus is to assist you in strengthening your own abilities, increasing your self awareness, and all the while learn to cope with every day stressors that inevitably pop up.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Robin Balchen

Robin Balchen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting people through grief, loss, and life transitions, and I use evidenced based methods within a holistic, transpersonal framework to guid healing and growth.”
Grief or loss, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Infertility
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Celia Smith

Celia Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a compassionate, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and understood as we begin working toward healing and personal growth together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany Anvari

Brittany Anvari

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe healing begins with meaningful connection. My work with cancer patients and their families has deeply shaped my understanding of pain, loss, resilience, and the complexities that relationships face during times of crisis. I support adults of all ages in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, and relationship concerns, offering both compassionate guidance and practical, effective tools for growth and healing.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Perez

Nicholas Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where clients can feel heard and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mitchica Smith

Mitchica Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is direct and solution-oriented, blending clinical expertise with the profound life lessons that have shaped my perspective on resilience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hartman

Elizabeth Hartman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbia, CA


“I am compassionate, empathic, I have been working in the field of mental health since 1991, I am understanding and accepting of all the people I work with.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Theresa Arredondo

Theresa Arredondo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe deeply that prioritizing your own mental health is not selfish. It is the foundation everything else gets built on.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Don Nocon

Don Nocon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My heart is for queer people who have experienced religious trauma and for couples who are trying to make their relationship thrive.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider myself a holistic therapist who is interested in helping clients walk on a path to heal mind, body, and spirit.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Souhad Chbeir

Souhad Chbeir

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Wellness is when people reach autonomy, self-efficacy and have control over their lives and way of living.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Autumn Kern

Autumn Kern

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is rooted in the belief that our natural state is wholeness. When we create enough safety and space to listen deeply — to the body, to emotions, to inner knowing — healing becomes possible.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Niedzwiecki

Jacqueline Niedzwiecki

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Having worked as a marriage and family therapist for over 13 years, I have developed a toolbox of tried and true tools to help lessen many mental health symptoms.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisabeth Netjes

Elisabeth Netjes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“True healing begins when we feel genuinely seen and heard. You deserve to be known, supported, have your story understood, and have help in navigating life's obstacles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tania Mclean-Nicholas

Tania Mclean-Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“My work is rooted in helping individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered as they navigate life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Selina Matthews

Dr. Selina Matthews

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe that when we heal the deeper patterns and wounds of the past, new possibilities emerge, and your future begins to evolve in a beautiful new way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susie Gamboa

Susie Gamboa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the inherent goodness and capacity for growth within each individual. My role is to create a non-judgmental, deeply empathetic, and safe space where you can feel secure enough to share your deepest trauma, secrets, or vulnerabilities...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jonathan Kane

Jonathan Kane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is to work alongside you in a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment offering the support and alternative perspectives to overcome the obstacles you are facing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Braunstein

Rebecca Braunstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“By strengthening awareness and self-attunement, one can truly begin to become enlightened and embrace healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Gloria Morrow

Gloria Morrow

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I create a beloved community environment for my clients, where the client feels respected and his or her needs are at the forefront of the session.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachael Forbes

Rachael Forbes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My client-centered approach focuses on building trust and tailoring interventions to each individual's needs and goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Virginia Purnell

Virginia Purnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative approach to therapy, working alongside clients to understand their experiences and develop practical tools for navigating life's challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leonne Thatcher

Leonne Thatcher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is to provide someone with the guidance and opportunity to explore their lives and issues in order to develop insight and deepen understanding but also to come to decisions and consider ways that they wish to change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Steineckert

Ashley Steineckert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest about what's hard, confusing, or painful — and also when they feel challenged in thoughtful and compassionate ways.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriel Davis

Gabriel Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fallbrook, CA


“My approach is rooted in supporting clients to reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Natalie Itkin

Dr. Natalie Itkin

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I blend structured approaches like CBT with insight-oriented and relational work, because no two paths to healing look the same.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rafael Calderon

Rafael Calderon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tailor treatment to fit your individual needs. While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) often serves as a starting point, I integrate other therapeutic approaches—including Reality Therapy and Transcendental Therapy—when they best support your...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jose Medina

Jose Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have ten years of clinical experience treating post traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. I also specialize in LBGTQ+ issues, issues of identity, and navigating major life transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Maria Galvan

Maria Galvan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual therapist dedicated to supporting women navigating complex life transitions, young adults, college students, and Spanish speaking & Latino communities. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or simply feeling overwhelmed by where you are in life, you don't have to navigate it alone. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My goal is to create a welcoming space where you feel understood, and comfortable sharing the concerns that brought you to therapy. We'll work together to honor your background and experiences while finding an approach that feels right for you.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Rafael, CA
There are over 43 therapists in San Rafael, CA accepting new patients.
43+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Stress management
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Relationship issues
  • 95%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 93%Aetna
  • 56%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 49%Providence Health Plan
  • 40%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 40%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 7%Russian
  • 5%French
  • 2%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 86%In-person or online
  • 14%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 63%Woman
  • 30%Man
  • 7%Non-binary
License types
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  • 53%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 19%Clinical Psychologist
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 30%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 23%Family therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy

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