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Grief counselors and therapists in Simi Valley, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Simi Valley, CA

Loss impacts everyone differently, whether you're grieving a loved one, coping with death, or working through anticipatory grief. Headway's Simi Valley network of 5,809 providers specializes in grief therapy and bereavement support, using approaches like CBT and acceptance-focused work to help you heal.

Scarlett Quenette Budinich

Scarlett Quenette Budinich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Jonathan Mozenter

Jonathan Mozenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 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
Lynne Virgil

Lynne Virgil

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Marina del Rey, CA


“I lead with warmth, genuine care and a strong desire to see and hear you from the deepest possible level.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alena Cabrero

Alena Cabrero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 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
Dr. Alexander Bacher

Dr. Alexander Bacher

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 27 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

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Socorro Yami Bernal

Socorro Yami Bernal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Ventura, CA


“My sessions are collaborative and warm offering you a safe space to explore emotions while building practical daily tools.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Widger

Stacey Widger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 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 3 insurance carriers

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Dr. Nazare Magaz

Dr. Nazare Magaz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative, warm and creative, whereby we work together to understand you better and at a deeper level.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Megan Galloway

Megan Galloway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed, recognizing that our past experiences, relationships, and nervous system all play a role in how we feel today.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Susanna Boyer

Susanna Boyer

Therapist

In-person • Pasadena, CA


“I lean on psychodynamic, attachment, trauma-informed, and mind-body theoretical orientations as my framework, and borrow interventions from a variety of therapies tailored to my clients, including ACT, CBT, somatic therapy, EFT, and others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Whelan

Scott Whelan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“I am passionate about working with creative professionals, highly sensitive & neurodivergent people navigating identity issues, trauma, anxiety, self doubt and burn out.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Ocampo

Emma Ocampo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alhambra, CA


“My practice is grounded in compassion and strengths-based principles, and I firmly believe in client voice and choice.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Puja Chhabra

Puja Chhabra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Burbank, CA


“I am a licensed clinical social worker & yoga teacher, here to support you in feeling grounded, hopeful and integrated in mind and body.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Gelbart

Jamie Gelbart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Torrance, CA


“Jamie incorporates all aspects of mental health and wellness into therapy including mindfulness based practices, healthy life choices, exercise, athletics, spirituality, and nutrition.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

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Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Torrance, CA


“I'm often described as warm, personable, and easy to talk to, and I sometimes use gentle humor to help create comfort and connection in our sessions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chiwon Zdanovich

Chiwon Zdanovich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sierra Madre, CA


“I value guiding and empowering clients to dive deep into their experiences to gain insights that target and heal problems at their root to gain relief.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monrovia, CA


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Bartels

Carol Bartels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I know that seeking therapy can be scary! It is my desire to help you feel relaxed, understand what to expect...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cecilia Ibarra

Cecilia Ibarra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monrovia, CA


“I provide a warm, supportive space where we work together to help you feel more grounded, get clarity, and move toward greater balance in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Nabor

Melinda Nabor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Whittier, CA


“As a bilingual & bicultural therapist, I am interested in addressing the underlying issues to help client 's healing process...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Navarro

Patricia Navarro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in trauma therapy, so a big part of my work is helping clients process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Vazquez

Jonathan Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Glendora, CA


“My approach is relational and experiential, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and experiential therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Miller

Matthew Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that good psychiatric care works best when people feel comfortable asking questions and fully understand their options.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Osborn

Kara Osborn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“I have spent more than 20 years helping people understand the patterns, relationships, and experiences that shape how they move through the world.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Collin Burnett

Collin Burnett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“I see therapy as a collaborative and meaningful space where all parts of your experience are welcome.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tina Butler

Tina Butler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fullerton, CA


“I focus on helping clients harness positive energy to create personal success in their lives and relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rainbow Tarumoto

Rainbow Tarumoto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am especially passionate about supporting individuals who have experienced medical trauma, chronic stress, or life transitions that have impacted their mental well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Clint Nacar

Clint Nacar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“With the collaboration of each patient, Mr. Nacar strives to develop individualized plans of care addressing each patient's unique situation and concerns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Suha Albadawi

Suha Albadawi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Claremont, CA


“My focus is helping my clients feel better about themselves and work through their symptoms that brought them to therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Samantha Alvarez

Samantha Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and parents, using a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth approach that helps clients feel safe, understood, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda DePaolo

Amanda DePaolo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of mind-body connection and I strive to meet clients where they are at mentally, emotionally and spiritually.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abby Zimberg

Abby Zimberg

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I mix several approaches depending on what is needed. Looking at the past and family of origin is important as are exploring thoughts and feelings and targeting behaviors to change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maida Ferraes

Maida Ferraes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, compassionate, and patient. We carry many judgments from the world and ourselves, we do not need any additional pressure.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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
Janet Distefan

Janet Distefan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Warm, engaging, solution-focused, with specializations in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and general mental health issues.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ugo Ndubaku

Ugo Ndubaku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Valencia, CA


“My mission is to provide the quality psychiatric care that you deserve. An approach that empowers one to embrace their unique being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katie Jacobs

Katie Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Katie was born with a partial hearing loss which forced her to pay attention to the words people use and the different ways people communicate.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Simi Valley, CA
There are over 44 therapists in Simi Valley, CA accepting new patients.
44+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 100%Relationship issues
  • 93%Depression
  • 93%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 57%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 52%Cigna
  • 52%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 93%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 11%Farsi
  • 5%Armenian
  • 2%Greek
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Clinical Psychologist
  • 9%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 45%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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