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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 5,882 providers. Our therapists use approaches like acceptance-based therapy and prolonged grief disorder treatment to support your healing journey.

Karin Wiese

Karin Wiese

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University with Specialisation in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Bachelors in Psychology, Honours Bachelors Degree in Education (post grad) in School Guidance and counseling, Mediator and Divorce Mediator Certificate,SAT Teacher Certification and EMDR Certificate (Emdria)

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Victoria Sanchez

Victoria Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leslie Pritchett

Leslie Pritchett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Riley Escover

Riley Escover

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I enjoy helping clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or relationship challenges and want a safe space to feel understood. My ideal client is someone looking to improve communication, deepen self-awareness, and create healthier patterns. I offer warmth, authenticity, and practical tools to help you navigate what’s holding you back. Together, we build clarity, resilience, and meaningful change so you can move through life with more confidence and balance.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Marilyn Foley

Dr. Marilyn Foley

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with 27 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I offer tele-health only sessions from the comfort of your home, making care accessible no matter where you are in California. I accept Anthem and Magellan insurance. My practice is intentionally small — I keep a limited caseload so every client receives my full attention and care. I am warm, experienced, and deeply committed to showing up for the people I work with.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Holly Dellaganna

Holly Dellaganna

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionately creating a space for others to HEAL. I approach my work with humility, respect and care, holding space for all experiences. Come work alongside me and find the courage to be YOU.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saloomeh Nakh Saz

Saloomeh Nakh Saz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in a relationship built on trust, so we'll move at a pace that feels right for you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amanda Silvers

Amanda Silvers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Amanda developed a hands-on approach towards facilitating individual and group therapy while working directly with adults, teens, and families.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taiye Beoghene

Taiye Beoghene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My greatest strength is my ability to genuinely connect with people and make them feel understood without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cynthia Young

Cynthia Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a compassionate, holistic, open, and honest approach to my clients seeking to overcome and or accept depression and challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Fran Vanbockel

Fran Vanbockel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is holistic, strengths-based, and collaborative. I believe each person already has inner strengths they can build on...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. David Weibel

Dr. David Weibel

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • California


Create and live the meaning of your life, whether by improving relationships, thriving within your career, enduring struggle, or saying goodbye. We can help you overcome limiting beliefs or patterns. We can help you embrace new perspectives and solve the problems that need solving. We can help you transcend any setbacks you have experienced, and determine how you can best serve others. Therapy does not have to be rigid; humor is encouraged. We can have fun while applying the best techniques psychology has produced.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sean Kennedy

Sean Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring with me 10+ years of clinical experience in cognitive behavioral, narrative, and talk therapies working with clients who struggle with negative self talk and other anxiety disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bernice Ivoko

Bernice Ivoko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals facing a wide range of behavioral and mental health challenges, regardless of their background.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jonathan Stein

Jonathan Stein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is about having a safe space where you can explore thoughts, feelings, as well as underlying values.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marchita Masters

Dr. Marchita Masters

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have a warm, comfortable, conversational style. I consider attachment theory, utilize Cognitive Therapy, EMDR and sometimes humor.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Robert Aguilar

Robert Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there, my name is Robert and I'm a bilingual marriage and family therapist with over 40+ years specializing in depression, anxiety and relationship issues. Let's schedule a consultation to see if we're a good fit!

I've also been a Registered Nurse for 15 years and my experience and training covers chronic medical and psychiatric conditions and its impact on the individual and family.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Ziel

Lauren Ziel

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My style is warm & empowering yet, direct. I help clients bring unconscious patterns into awareness...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Brown

Melinda Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm genuinely curious about each client's unique perspective and the experiences that have shaped who they are.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jamillah Pargo-Thompson

Jamillah Pargo-Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in supporting each person's right to make their own choices, embracing change, and building greater self-acceptance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abdel Tayyem

Abdel Tayyem

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Corona, CA


Hi, I’m Abdel! With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. As a bilingual speaker in English and Arabic, I specialize in creating an inclusive environment where patients from all backgrounds feel truly heard and respected. My goal is to empower you through open communication and evidence-based treatment to help you achieve lasting wellness.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matthew Lambiris

Matthew Lambiris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change is possible when people have a space where they feel supported, understood, and free from judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kirsten Livak

Kirsten Livak

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have lived in the Truckee Tahoe area off an on for over 30 years, I have an AA Degree in Early Child Development, a BA Degree from the University of California Santa Cruz, and I attended the University of. Nevada, Reno for my Masters in Social Work.

My husband and I have two grown children who live in Northern CA and Nevada. We are avid skiers, mountain bikers, and my hobbies include cooking, art, writing, and learning, and of course, playing with our mini golden doodle, Joaquin.

My roots are in Scranton, Pennsylvania; growing up, life was challenging and unpredictable for me and my sisters. I was the first member of our extended family who was able to put themselves through both undergraduate (BA - Latin American Studies/UCSC, and graduate school (MSW- Masters in Social Work, (UNR) and graduate with honors.

All three of my younger sisters followed in my footsteps to pursue higher education and to find success as Professionals.

My husband and I moved to the Tahoe/Truckee area together in the early 1990s, pursuing seasonal employment. We somehow made ends meet, things got a little easier each year, and he later pursued a career in resort and business management, while I pursued continuing education, mental health and licensure, and opening up my practice.

Our son and a daughter both grew up enjoyed attending local public schools in Truckee, and later the Univeristy of California; they are both living fulfilling adult lives in the nearby region.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Murguia

Anna Murguia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an LMFT with over 10 years of experience in Mental Health services. I'm a straightforward, goal-oriented therapist who helps individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges with confidence and ease.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Alvarado Olmedo

Cynthia Alvarado Olmedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a first gen Latina daughter of immigrants, I am inspired to offer treatment to others who navigate the journey breaking generational curses such as machismo, marianismo, "de eso no se habla", and healthy boundary setting.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Cecelia Lipscomb-Hammond

Dr. Cecelia Lipscomb-Hammond

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Monique Gonzales

Monique Gonzales

Therapist

Virtual • San Andreas, CA


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yasmin Rehman

Yasmin Rehman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. You can expect a mix of gentle questions, active listening, and thoughtful guidance.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hector Calderon

Hector Calderon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing begins with feeling seen and understood, and you do not have to navigate growth, change, or uncertainty alone.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Moriarty

Patricia Moriarty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a direct, warm approach to therapy, and I believe the best work happens when you feel supported without judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jackie Crossley

Jackie Crossley

Therapist

Virtual • 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
Kate Bergam

Kate Bergam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients soften rigid patterns while still honoring the strengths that have helped them survive and succeed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dia Williams

Dia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with diverse populations. Starting your healing journey can seem overwhelming and lonely. My aim is to walk alongside and help you gain a better understanding of how your experiences have impacted the way you approach life. I believe in a person centered approach as you are the expert of your life and your life experiences, so collaborative we will write your new narrative.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Osijo

Amber Osijo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked with many diverse clients including: adults, teens, children, and seniors from various ethnic backgrounds.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Nnamdi Ofoeze

Nnamdi Ofoeze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“With a focus on holistic wellness, I aim to empower my patients to achieve their optimal mental health through therapeutic interventions, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Janine Ivy

Janine Ivy

Psychologist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I specialize in working women and people of color who want to feel better about themselves and their relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacqueline Tinoco

Dr. Jacqueline Tinoco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is rooted in deep empathy and evidence-based models, but also shaped by my love for nature, art, and the wisdom found in stillness and reflection.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Navarro

Alex Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Moreno Valley, CA


“My approach is to allow the client to lead. I provide challenging questions to help a client process and work toward their goals at the pace of the client.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Serge' Nelson

Dr. Serge' Nelson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care in a respectful, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rocio Hartigan

Rocio Hartigan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is trauma sensitive, collaborative, person‐centered, and steady in pace; and the first session will focus on a structured assessment, clarifying goals, and leaving with one practical next step to try between sessions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Santa Cruz, CA who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Santa Cruz, CA
There are over 5,870 therapists in Santa Cruz, CA accepting new patients.
5,870+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Cigna
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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