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Grief counselors and therapists in South Pasadena, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in South Pasadena, CA

Grieving the loss of a parent, partner, or friend? Headway connects South Pasadena residents with experienced grief counselors who specialize in bereavement support, anticipatory grief, and trauma processing. Access compassionate care with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage options.

Carl Hess

Carl Hess

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


Carl Hess is a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist offering in-person sessions in the city of Ventura. Carl works with individuals, families, and couples, helping to improve relationships and to discover the path to more rich and meaningful lives. Carl employs knowledge of a wide range of treatment modalities to create individualized treatment plans with practical solutions for life's challenges.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lisa Lott

Lisa Lott

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, but you can also call me a parent supporter, a behavior calmer, trauma tamer and attachment builder.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kieu “Q” Balthasar

Kieu “Q” Balthasar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively with each of my client to explore their strengths and challenges to create a treatment plan that tailor to each client's unique situation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Auer-Arriaga

Christina Auer-Arriaga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm dedicated to supporting you in reaching your personal goals through a holistic approach that considers both you and the influences shaping your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ahila Muthaiya

Ahila Muthaiya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in empowering individuals to take an active role in their mental health, guiding them towards making meaningful changes...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julián Aguilar-Hernández

Julián Aguilar-Hernández

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring over 15 years of clinical practice working with adults, adolescents, and families in English and Spanish on life transitions and crisis work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margareth Gomez Noj

Margareth Gomez Noj

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I navigate the balance of connecting with clients where they are while also encouraging them to grow and heal.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie De Vera

Leslie De Vera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, personalized, and evidence-based. I believe effective mental health care is not one-size-fits-all...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Jolly

Lauren Jolly

Therapist

Virtual • California


I graduated from UCLA's Social Welfare program and developed a specialty working with adolescents, teens, parents, teachers and school administrators via the LAUSD public school system. Over the course of 15 years, I have developed an expertise in utilizing a trauma-informed lens and attachment theory to address treatment areas such as trauma, depression, parenting, parent-child relationships, behavioral issues and anxiety.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Omri Lopez-Medina

Omri Lopez-Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked with youth, couples, and adults and have learned over the years how to take what Im given and respect it in a non-judgemental way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anna Kosa

Anna Kosa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love helping others navigate through difficult times and find strength during challenging moments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Travis Fortenberry

Travis Fortenberry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I give the aura of being neutral and serene, which is my overall goal and focus as a practitioner of the sacred art of counseling.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Faitos

Susan Faitos

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) providing telehealth services to clients in California. With over 25 years of experience, I firmly believe that my clients are the experts in their own lives. My role as a therapist involves understanding and respecting my client’s experiences and collaboratively developing tools to support their ongoing journey.

I work with individuals seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, women's issues, trauma/PTSD, and chronic illness/pain challenges. I'm experienced in treating relationship and family challenges. I maintain a body-positive, sex-positive, and LGBTQ+ friendly approach, welcoming different lifestyles without judgment.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Maria Lopez

Maria Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a compassionate, collaborative approach to help you navigate life's challenges and reconnect with your inner strength.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melissa Sadikoff

Melissa Sadikoff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy can make a real difference when clients commit to the process. It isn't easy, but I've seen it help people face challenges, heal, and grow into their best selves.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rachael Obi

Dr. Rachael Obi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is holistic, integrative, and collaborative. I use medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, or a thoughtful combination to empower clients reclaim their mental wellness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Cornelia Gibson

Dr. Cornelia Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical director of a non-profit organization. I have a BA, MA, and Ed.D. in Counseling Psychology. My passion is meeting people where they are but not leaving them there. I believe in authenticity which includes acknowledging the good, the bad, and the ugly. My motto is, Life will bring us stressors, but it doesn't have to bring us stress.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nosizwe Moore

Nosizwe Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often tell me I bring a calm, nonjudgmental presence and ask thoughtful questions that help them see patterns in a new way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenna Wu

Jenna Wu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most effective when rooted in empathy, compassion, and a nonjudgmental understanding of each person's unique experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vishal Sharma

Vishal Sharma

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a holistic approach when treating my patients. My care focuses on understanding the full picture of your mental health...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kenyada Wagoner

Kenyada Wagoner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is meant to meet the client where they are. None of us are built the same, and for that reason, therapeutic approaches are most effective when treatment is individualized.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Veronica Villanueva

Veronica Villanueva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a client-centered therapeutic approach that puts you at the center of your healing process.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ophelia Cofer

Ophelia Cofer

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy is a space where you should feel heard, understood, and accepted for who you are. My role is not to tell you what choices to make, but to walk alongside you as you better understand yourself, explore what matters most to you, and find a path that feels right for you.

I value building a genuine connection with my clients and creating a space where you can be open and honest without fear of judgment. Together, we can work through the things that may be weighing on you and develop tools that help you feel more confident in navigating life, relationships, and the challenges that come your way.

I primarily work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties, including challenges with family, friendships, and romantic relationships. I have worked with youth and families since 2016 and have provided therapy since 2022. My experience also includes supporting individuals impacted by domestic violence and working in crisis settings, which has shaped my belief in meeting people with compassion, patience, and understanding during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Most importantly, I believe you are the expert on your own life. My hope is to help you feel empowered to make choices that align with your beliefs, values, and the life you want to create.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosalyn Warren

Dr. Rosalyn Warren

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Dr. Rosalyn Warren, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience helping children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults facing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. I am a certified informed addiction medicine professional, a certified grief and loss professional, and a trauma-informed professional. I have been an MSW for 30 years, licensed as an LCSW for 20 years, and I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Social Work at USC.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yeni Cruz

Yeni Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I blend trauma-focused, attachment-based, and strength-based approaches to help you build on the resilience you already have.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Theodore Brown

Theodore Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role as a therapist is to provide a safe space for you, the patient, to explore, sound off and process...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelia Marshall-McLean

Shelia Marshall-McLean

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person already holds the capacity for healing, & that this work is about more than symptom relief- it is about empowerment, deeper self-understanding, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself that got lost or overlooked.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Isabel Ntekim

Isabel Ntekim

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master's degree in Social Work. In my clinical journey, I’ve had the privilege of working with adults, youth, children, and families in a variety of settings—including hospitals, residential treatment centers, schools, private practice, and community-based services.

These diverse experiences have shaped my ability to meet clients where they are and support them through a wide range of challenges.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenniffer Mogrovejo

Jenniffer Mogrovejo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach therapy in a non-judgmental, warm, empathetic way, while being solution focused so I can help you get to a better place faster.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sedina Acolatse

Sedina Acolatse

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style of psychotherapy is deeply rooted in empathy, collaboration, and tailoring therapy to fit the unique needs of each individual.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angeline Krueger

Angeline Krueger

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I don't believe therapy should feel like someone sitting across from you telling you what you should do.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. John Fielder

Dr. John Fielder

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“The goal of psychotherapy is for individuals to have a better understanding of themselves and to better cope with their issues.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Yvette Carreon

Yvette Carreon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is to have a meaningful conversation and apply evidence-based practices to real life situations.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Alia Harlan Kaneaiakala

Dr. Alia Harlan Kaneaiakala

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am an Attachment based therapist and I find it an honor to be on the journey to self discovery with my clients. Walking along side someone (figuratively) while they create a better understanding to their self and how to live this thing we call life is what motivates and drives me.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michele Ryan

Michele Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and goal oriented. Let me help you to make meaning in your life and recover from what can feel life a dark and daunting existence.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Zar Getz, Lcsw, Emdria Certified, A-Cbt

Zar Getz, Lcsw, Emdria Certified, A-Cbt

Therapist

Virtual • California


I cannot move mountains for you, but I can help you climb. Facing fears, healing from loss, finding meaning and joy - these are the inevitable tasks of life. Therapy may be your first step or your last resort. Often people avoid it all together because they believe their pain is too great, worry they will be judged or that their situation is too complicated. Some people believe they should solve problems on their own or only with family and friends. However, while family and friends may want the best for us, they often come with opinions or past hurts. Sometimes it helps to have a safe space outside your daily experience.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kim Multani

Kim Multani

Therapist

Virtual • California


I AM WARM, FRIENDLY, AND STILL SOLUTION-FOUSED THEARPIST WHO CREATE A SAFE, SUPPORTIVE AND NONJUDGEMENTAL SPACE FOR CLIENT TO FEEL HEARD AND UNDERSTOOD.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Denise Ruiz

Denise Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Denise believes in assisting clients in recognizing their own strengths while helping them discover a strategy that will successfully aid them in reaching their identified goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Yunker

Teresa Yunker

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an experienced therapist of many years who feels lucky to be in a career that engages my intellect and my heart. I have always had my own private practice which enables me to be creative and flexible in my approach. People, in all their complexity and shared humanity, continue to fascinate.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Scott Ivey

Dr. Scott Ivey

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“During sessions, I prioritize listening to you approximately 80% of the time and provide feedback on the remaining 20%.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of South Pasadena, CA
There are over 99 therapists in South Pasadena, CA accepting new patients.
99+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 92%Relationship issues
  • 92%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 64%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 42%Cigna
  • 36%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 19%Spanish
  • 3%Armenian
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 29%Man
License types
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  • 58%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 16%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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