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Grief counselors and therapists in Santa Monica, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Santa Monica, CA

Loss of a loved one—whether a parent, partner, sibling, or friend—deserves compassionate care. Santa Monica residents can find grief counseling and trauma-informed support through Headway's network of providers trained in Complicated Grief Treatment and meaning-making approaches. Sessions are flexible, affordable, and often covered by insurance.

Hannah Bernstein

Hannah Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm warm, direct, and a little bit stubborn about hope. I'll listen closely and I'll tell you the truth as I see it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Dodd

Jennifer Dodd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach to therapy uses EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and somatic tools such as mindfulness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Talia Banayan

Dr. Talia Banayan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“We are dynamic humans with beautiful intersections that cultivate our wellbeing and all components of our life need to be addressed to sustain our greatest growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Dr. Dana Kline

Dr. Dana Kline

Psychologist

In-person • <1 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


I am licensed clinical psychologist in California. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology and MA in Counseling Psychology.

I am trained in the depth psychological tradition (psychoanalytic psychotherapy, psychodynamic and Jungian/analytic psychology). I listen to how deep-rooted beliefs, current dilemmas in daily life, socio-cultural factors, and emotional responses are communicating through the expression of psychological symptoms.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Amber Mitchell

Amber Mitchell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“I am committed to the practice of being open-minded and non-judgmental, no pressure no matter the situation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Terri Faith

Dr. Terri Faith

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“Dr. Faith's style is collaborative, direct, challenging, warm, solution focused and deeply empathetic.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stacy Hajarian

Stacy Hajarian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy. Because lasting change usually requires both structure and depth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe mental health care requires a multifaceted and holistic approach to treatment, addressing various aspects of an individual's life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jonathan Mozenter

Jonathan Mozenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.4 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“Therapy affords the individual an opportunity to engage a range of life's challenges with a curious eye and in a safe and nurturing environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Betsy Cummings

Betsy Cummings

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I work to create a safe, empathic environment where we can explore your concerns at a pace that feels comfortable to you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Yara Mawad

Yara Mawad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is both compassionate and direct. I help clients slow down and understand the "why" behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while also offering practical tools to create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Dr. Sheida Francis

Dr. Sheida Francis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I view therapy as an adventure into our inner world. Understanding the inner forces that drive our feelings is vital.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Alena Cabrero

Alena Cabrero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I’m a warm and compassionate therapist with several years of experience working in mental health. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and work with people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply wanting to understand themselves more deeply. I take a collaborative approach, tailoring our sessions to your unique needs and goals. My priority is creating a space where you feel supported, seen, and safe to explore whatever comes up.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sharon Reiner

Sharon Reiner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe you are already fully equipped to heal and find well-being. My role is to help you uncover and access those innate qualities.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Stacey Widger

Stacey Widger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alexander Bacher

Dr. Alexander Bacher

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Dr. Bacher is a holistic, trauma-informed psychologist with over 15 years experience working at many of the top residential treatment centers in the U.S. and Europe. He specializes in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and addiction. Dr. Bacher completed his undergraduate work in Psychology at Georgetown University, and his Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. His dissertation research focused on Positive Psychology--specifically meaning making--and how to cultivate positive strengths in individuals.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scarlett Quenette

Scarlett Quenette

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm a nurturing and calming presence, and despite my professionalism I'm not afraid to joke and laugh with you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emmanuel Garcia

Emmanuel Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.4 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I’m Emmanuel Garcia, a Mexican American therapist, first-generation college graduate, and founder of Radiate Hope Therapy. I specialize in supporting adults and adolescents navigating trauma, substance use, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of the people I work with feel weighed down by emotions or uncertain about their direction, especially during sobriety or recovery.

Growing up, I witnessed how mental health was often stigmatized and silenced, especially for men in Latino communities. I know how isolating that silence can feel. My own journey through therapy and recovery taught me that true strength isn’t in staying quiet, it’s in showing up for yourself and beginning to heal. That lived experience shapes the empathy, understanding, and care I bring to every session.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jack Brennan

Jack Brennan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.4 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My practice and approach is informed by extensive training in psychoanalysis and experience in humanistic and existential therapies in community mental health settings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.3 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Lewin

Alexander Lewin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I have a special passion for working with artists and creative professionals as they wrestle with fears, fantasies, depressions, manias, and all the challenges not only of making art but of making a living through art.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jennyta Sang

Jennyta Sang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is not just symptom management, but helping you feel supported, understood, and confident in your path forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
David Andreone

David Andreone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Culver City, CA


“I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, creative blocks, relationship challenges, performance pressure, and major life or career transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angele Caron

Angele Caron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I look at systemic understanding of behavior and language to examine perspective, separate one's core values from societal expectations, and create space for growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stuart Riskin

Stuart Riskin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I bring a grounded, compassionate approach to therapy that's shaped by decades of working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan and across diverse life experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Richard Gadue

Richard Gadue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I have had the privilege of doing this work for more than 30 years, learning along the way and stopping only to learn more.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Hyatt

Jessica Hyatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.1 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


It's hard to find non-judgmental therapy, especially when dealing with subjects that evoke shame. That's why I collaborate to create a therapy that meets you as you are. I hold an affirming space for marginalized orientations, neurotypes, and relationship styles. We can work to navigate major issues like trauma, sexuality and life changes, or an ongoing condition like depression or anxiety. I am also passionate about supporting people through their gender journeys. My therapy is not just inclusive, but is LGBTQ+ and neurodiversity affirming. I also enjoy working with couples or relationship groups as they navigate challenges.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Julissa Miro Quesada

Julissa Miro Quesada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I deeply value cultural context and our innate need for human connection, authenticity, and belonging.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Jack Irmas

Jack Irmas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“Therapy is not just about symptom relief. It's about waking up to yourself—especially the parts you've had to hide to survive.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alessandra Rizzotti

Alessandra Rizzotti

Therapist

In-person • 2.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm a social worker in CA in person with virtual slots in MA and AZ who is passionate for caring for neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, artistic types with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and borderline personality disorder. I have lived experience of OCD and trauma. That means I've done a lot of internal work and I understand the folks who often feel misunderstood in a neurotypical world. Educated at CSUN with an MSW, I have specialties in CBT, ERP, EMDR, PE and DBT.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Clay Crosby

Clay Crosby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I seek to provide clients a safe, non-judgmental place to express and explore their challenges, and help them to rediscover their talents, strengths and resources.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maple Moriji

Maple Moriji

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“His calling is to specialize in treating clients who have struggled with issues related to cultural diversity and who have suffered from trauma while growing up (such as childhood sexual abuse).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eliana Kohanzad

Eliana Kohanzad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Encino, CA


“I believe in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach, where I listen deeply to both your words and your emotions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miranda Vatterott

Miranda Vatterott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe you are the expert in your life. You have the answers. You just may need some guidance in accessing them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I take a thoughtful, gentle, and honest approach to psychotherapy. We'll look beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the deeper patterns shaping your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Morgavi

Julie Morgavi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Tarzana, CA


All roads lead to Rome! It doesn't matter where we jump in, if you’re ready, we’ll get there. My POV is through a Neurodiverse lens and incorporates Attachment Theory and C-PTSD with the idea that much of our conflict and distress stems from old wounds & unmet needs that can often be traced back to necessary adaptations needed to survive not only our families of origin but also societal norms and expectations. The gig of being human is hard and de-coding this blueprint can provide a path toward understanding, healing and, fulfillment. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm Dr. Jack Sample, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles offering psychodynamic, depth-oriented therapy at my office in Hollywood. My practice is informed by training and education in psychology, cultural anthropology, and nonfiction storytelling. I believe therapy is an opportunity to address the roots of suffering and support enduring change. My approach aims to cultivate capacities for thinking, feeling, and creativity to foster a greater sense of agency and aliveness.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I believe a healthy therapeutic experience can foster a genuine, honest and authentic relationship that can help us become aware of ourselves in the world, heal from our past, cope with our present, and foster a healthy future.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carly Rose Schwan

Carly Rose Schwan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Encino, CA


“I offer a space where you can feel deeply heard, gently challenged, and supported as you move toward meaningful and values-aligned change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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