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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 5,806 providers specializes in grief therapy and bereavement support, using approaches like CBT and acceptance-focused work to help you heal.

Summer Richards

Summer Richards

Therapist

Virtual • Apple Valley, CA


“I create a collaborative experience that connects my knowledge, expertise and experience to serve my clients to the best of my ability.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mavis Efuetngu, Pmhnp-Bc

Mavis Efuetngu, Pmhnp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Bernardino, CA


“Mavis brings a wealth of experience to Diligence Care Plus with an approach that puts an emphasis on wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kyong Choi

Kyong Choi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm and supportive space where you can process your emotions, heal from the past, and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lucila Esquivel

Lucila Esquivel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a welcoming and friendly environment where you can feel comfortable speaking what's truly on your heart and mind without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paola Leon

Paola Leon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Latina, first generation female who specializes in Children, Teens and Young adults up to 30 yrs old who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, difficulty navigating life transitions, trauma attachment wounds and more.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gina Carrillo-Jackman

Gina Carrillo-Jackman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, non-judgmental, and safe space for clients to connect and feel free to share whatever is on their minds.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Victoria Leon

Victoria Leon

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a lived-experience therapist, I specialize in neurodiversity-affirming therapy for individuals navigating eating disorders, religious trauma, chronic illness, and identity exploration. My goal is to provide a brave, non-judgmental space where you can reflect on your experiences, reclaim agency over your life, and develop strategies that align with your unique strengths and values. I believe that you are the expert on your own story, and in our work together, I will encourage you to trust yourself more deeply and move toward healing in a way that feels right for you.

I offer online individual therapy for adults and teens across California and Colorado, providing accessible and affirming care that meets you where you are. Whether you're exploring your relationship with food and body, healing from religious trauma, or navigating life as a neurodivergent person, I’m here to support you with a therapy experience that prioritizes collaboration and consent.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oriane Rosenthal

Oriane Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view myself as a compassionate guide - not as an expert or authority - whose work and collaborative presence will allow us to uncover your wisdom and reconnect to your true self beneath the hurts and adaptations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Estela Salgado-Cohen

Dr. Estela Salgado-Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Darcy Leveque

Darcy Leveque

Therapist

Virtual • California


I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families to navigate the challenges related to anxiety, depression, communication, and relationship dynamics. Mental health influences every part of our lives—how we think, feel, and connect with others. When something feels off, it can ripple through our well-being and relationships. Therapy offers the space to identify what’s not working and develop tools for balance, clarity, and lasting change through an engaging and supportive process.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lorena Moreno

Lorena Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, warm and nonjudgmental environment, which is crucial in building a strong working relationship.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nelly Duarti

Nelly Duarti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“I am invested in providing excellent mental health services in a professional and non-judgmental environment to help my patients reach their optimum goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Randy Cruz

Randy Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“My passion is to provide support to adults who are experiencing difficulties reaching their full potential in life due to both internal and external hardships.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie James

Stephanie James

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am dedicated to helping people feel like themselves again. I provide compassionate, evidence based care for anxiety and depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder and other mental health conditions.My goal is to create a judgement free space where patients feel heard and receive personalized treatment that fits their lives

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rachel Stegman

Rachel Stegman

Therapist

Virtual • Brentwood, CA


“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Emily Mendez

Emily Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in treating grief and related issues, including depression, anxiety, and life transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Miller

Dr. Jennifer Miller

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Dr. M., here to help. For over 25 years, I've enjoyed collaborating with folks, building skills to help them live their best lives, and clearing paths for growth. I offer trauma-informed talk therapy, mindfulness training, and Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy tailored specifically to your needs/goals. I invite you on the journey to your true self. It is my pleasure to be your guide. To learn more about my background, treatment approaches, and fee schedule, please visit my website www.drjennifermiller.com or my profile on Psychology Today.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Stephens

Michael Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting individuals manage their mental health when dealing with major life transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mackenzie McFarland

Mackenzie McFarland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“Within my practice, I will collaboratively work with you to find a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you with evidenced-based approaches.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Travis Nelson

Travis Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I'm also a Veteran, and I have experience supporting individuals who carry the impact of trauma, responsibility, and long-term stress.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marina Compean

Marina Compean

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relational, somatic and attachment-focused, recognizing how our bodies hold past experiences and how early relationships shape us.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Torres

Esther Torres

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in providing treatment to individuals who are experiencing difficulties with feelings of anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, trauma and/or life transitions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Catone

Mary Catone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The therapeutic relationship is so important. Trust and a feeling of acceptance will be a very important goal.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawn McClellan

Shawn McClellan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, and I focus on helping you build skills you can use in real life, not just insight you can talk about.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suse Simoes Argollo

Suse Simoes Argollo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe there's nothing more powerful and healing than being seen, heard, and understood by another human being.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Wenninger

Dr. Lisa Wenninger

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with individual adults and certain families who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, sad, lonely, sensitive, anxious, or defeated. If you're feeling heavy by everything going on, or feeling frantic, or having conflict in your relationships or are just feeling lost in any way, I would love to see if I can help! I also work with family units going through transition or strain, such as conflict between a parent and their adult child, or supporting parents who are experiencing difficult things with their child or teen.

I have a lot of experience helping people through loss, whether it's a breakup, losing a job, or a loved one - including loss of a pet, which is a specialty of mine. I have special interest in supporting other therapists, and also community organizers and activists who are engaged in social justice work. Many of my clients are trans or NB, and others are gay, lesbian, or queer. Poly and kink affirming.

I offer telehealth services to clients in California, Idaho, Washington, or Virginia.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David McKnight

David McKnight

Therapist

Virtual • California


I draw strongly from decades of my own personal growth work. Psychology is not a theory for me. It is a daily practice, a way of life. I help people focus on what they can control, what is most important currently and how they can work through whatever they are facing.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol De Guzman

Carol De Guzman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I have been a Nurse Practitioner in an Emergency Department for over ten years. Due to the pandemic, our emergency room has been impacted by psychiatric patients, and I realized that there is a need for nurse practitioners like me to truly help others. Some patients wait hours or overnight in our emergency department to be evaluated. I want to bridge the gap and make a difference by providing care here in Headway.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Annie Le

Annie Le

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a strength-based therapist that utilizes an integrative, humanistic, and client-centered approach.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jacob Lapides

Jacob Lapides

Therapist

Virtual • Sebastopol, CA


“I am a Holistic therapist who likes to focus on healing an individual from all aspects including mind-body wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lani Espinas

Lani Espinas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will hold you accountable, challenge you, and give you homework since I don't believe 45 mins a week is sufficient to rectify lifelong patterns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Miho Schutzenhofer

Miho Schutzenhofer

Therapist

Virtual • California


I provide psychotherapy to a diverse adult population experiencing generalized anxiety, panic symptoms, depression, stress, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationship concerns, and family challenges. I also have experience treating clients with perinatal mental health concerns, including postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, and birth trauma.

As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Japanese, I provide psychotherapy in both languages, offering culturally responsive care to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Rhinesmith

Danielle Rhinesmith

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My name is Danielle, and I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 10 years. Too often, we can become overwhelmed by the pressures of life, and that is where therapy can help. It may be time to prioritize your own mental health, and coming here is an important first step. I’m proud of you for taking it.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family issues, LGBTQIA+ concerns, relationship challenges, PTSD, stress, grief and loss, ADHD, anger, substance use, and major life transitions. My focus in treatment is helping you feel supported while we better understand what you are carrying and what you hope will change. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, or your family, I look forward to meeting you and helping you move toward healing and growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christyn Delgadillo

Christyn Delgadillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


Thank you for considering me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have a Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California where I studied Adult Mental Health an Wellness and Military Social Work. I specialize in the Veteran and First Responder populations.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Florence Ahlzadeh

Florence Ahlzadeh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My strength lies in establishing relationships where clients feel safe, genuinely cared for, not-judged, able to trust and express their innermost thoughts and emotions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rafaela Buenaventura

Rafaela Buenaventura

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in viewing each individual within the context of their environment and utilize this approach as a means to decrease the stigma and labels of mental health.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kandy Mejia

Kandy Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a first-generation Latina, I understand the complex layers that can come with navigating identity, family expectations, relationships and cultural values.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Arezoo Masjedi Esfahani

Arezoo Masjedi Esfahani

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I value the complexity of people's unique backgrounds and goals, and use these to develope individulized treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vincent Nunez

Vincent Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm straightforward, supportive, and focused on real progress. I integrate faith for those who want it and stay clinically grounded for those who don't.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Men's issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Clinton Gaver

Clinton Gaver

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For nine years, I have treated clients with depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, sex and substance addictions, PTSD, and chronic mental health diagnoses to make lasting positive changes.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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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