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Grief counselors and therapists in Santa Cruz, CA
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Santa Cruz, CA
Whether grieving a parent, partner, friend, or child, Santa Cruz residents can access virtual or in-person grief therapy through Headway's network of 5,661 providers. Our therapists use approaches like acceptance-based therapy and prolonged grief disorder treatment to support your healing journey.
“My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and respect; ensuring you feel heard, valued, and involved in your care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe we already have the solutions to what we are faced with... we've just forgotten how to identify them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, patient, and practical—balancing emotional support with tools that can be applied in everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“In our first few sessions, you can expect a calm, collaborative environment where we slow things down and begin identifying your strengths and inner resources.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I balance my care and compassion for you with asking deep and direct questions to support you seeing things differently than you have before.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy is integrative combining attachment, mindfulness and cognitive behavior therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a seasoned therapist with over 25 yrs of experience. I exclusively provide Telehealth (video sessions) for both CA and AZ residents!”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 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 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have experienced the transformative power of psychotherapy, and I am passionate about helping my clients experience it for themselves.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is for you to have an opportunity to improve your life, however YOU see your life would be improved.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Helping my clients grow, heal from trauma, and find solutions to their challenges has been a fulfilling journey...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with women in recovery from eating disorders and other addictions as well as more solution focused work due to life changes & challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have worked in mental health for 18 years and have experience working in residential treatment centers, homeless shelters, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, juvi, jails, prisons, ERs, County crisis work, and private practice settings providing...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“I approach my work with warmth, compassion and empathy to build a safe environment where clients can feel secure...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, direct, and supportive. I focus on helping you build insight, learn concrete skills, and create meaningful changes in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I use CBT, Person Centered, Support therapy, solutions focused therapy, EMDR, mindfulness and meditation and talk therapy as my main therapy modalities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am driven by an unwavering commitment to sow seeds of hope and cultivate a garden of resilience. Every interaction is a chance to illuminate the path towards recovery with empathy and understanding.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I work diligently to create an open and compassionate environment where clients feel genuinely heard and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I have nearly two decades of clinical experience providing care to individuals during life's most challenging times.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I’m devoted to helping families find mental health care that feels both compassionate and respectful of who they are.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I care for children, teens, and adults, and I welcome families who are looking for support for a young person.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My hope is that you leave our work together feeling more understood, more connected to yourself, and more able to move through life with a sense of peace and authenticity.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I aim to bring your authentic self forward, nurture any pain, break down those barriers, and harbor insight.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy, in my view, is a process of helping you come back into relationship with yourself—your physical sensations, emotional truth, and inner sense of direction.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Panic disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a Latina clinician, I bring a deep appreciation for the ways culture, family, and community shape our experiences and our relationship with mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I have 10+ years of experience working with adults struggling with anxiety and depression stemming from overwhelming life events, lack of direction, and crises in meaning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative and flexible to suit your needs and strengths. You are the expert on your own life, and I contribute another perspective and strategies for meeting your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My therapeutic style is collaborative and empowering, tailored to each person's unique journey and designed to help develop meaningful insights and practical strategies for overcoming obstacles.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe meaningful change begins when we meet ourselves with curiosity instead of judgment, in a steady and safe space.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe, understood, and comfortable being their authentic selves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“Our sessions are a warm, collaborative space where you can show up as your full self without judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I strive to create a space where clients feel understood while also receiving thoughtful, active support toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and been a licensed counselor for over 14 years.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is collaborative, personalized, and recovery-oriented. I believe therapy should feel both supportive and practical...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe the most important aspect of the therapeutic process is to build a strong rapport with my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm particularly skilled at understanding how trauma shapes mental health, how personality patterns develop as coping mechanisms, and how conditions like OCD can complicate other presentations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I practice holistic, integrative psychiatry that attends to mind, body, and spirit as one. This means looking beyond symptoms to explore how physical health, relationships, work, daily habits, and a sense of purpose shape your overall wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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About our therapists in Santa Cruz, CA who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists serving Santa Cruz, CA
5,671+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 99%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 79%Cigna
- 76%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 67%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 17%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Mandarin
- 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 78%Woman
- 21%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 8%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 41%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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