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Grief counselors and therapists in Studio City, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Studio City, CA

Studio City residents seeking grief support can access trauma-informed therapists through Headway who help with bereavement, complicated grief, and coping with loss of a parent, partner, sibling, or friend. Providers offer Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and support groups, with many available for free consultations and appointments within two weeks.

Elizabeth Cappelletti

Elizabeth Cappelletti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“I especially enjoy working with people who are used to being the strong one, caring for everyone else or appearing capable on the outside while feeling anxious, overwhelmed or disconnected within.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Luis Lamadrid

Luis Lamadrid

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“Carlos welcomes the opportunity to listen to you with an open mind and an open heart by offering a grounded therapeutic space to walk with you on your healing journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Hernandez

Angela Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“I take a warm, down-to-earth approach and strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michael Beltrano

Michael Beltrano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is transparent and collaborative... create an open, understanding, and warm environment and tone when working with patients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shiva Banafti

Shiva Banafti

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in a human-centered, trauma-informed approach, and one of my greatest strengths is the quality of therapeutic relationships I build with clients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marvi Panhwar

Marvi Panhwar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is trauma-informed, humanistic, and person-centered, meaning I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space where you feel understood and supported.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Eliza Haury

Eliza Haury

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, curiosity, compassion, and a genuine respect for the courage it takes to be vulnerable.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karen Piekarski

Karen Piekarski

Therapist

Virtual • California


With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about guiding individuals on their journey to balance, mindfulness and joy. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with diverse populations and addressing a wide range of mental health challenges. This journey has reinforced my belief that each person's path to well-being is unique and deserves a personalized approach.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellen Urtecho

Ellen Urtecho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have supported individuals struggling with dual diagnosis—mental health and/or substance use primarily in Residential Treatment settings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Macayla Meyers

Macayla Meyers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“At the core of my work is the belief that the relationship you have with yourself shapes every other relationship in your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brenda Ibarra

Brenda Ibarra

Therapist

Virtual • Jurupa Valley, CA


“I decided to specialize in Marriage and Family Therapy because it's a fulfilling to be part of a process in which I can help change the trajectory of lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Monee Brown

Monee Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as compassionate, honest, and empowering. That's exactly what I'm going for.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 12 insurance carriers
Erika Huguenard

Erika Huguenard

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I’m Erika Huguenard, LCSW and I believe that healing begins with feeling seen, understood, and supported exactly where you are. With over 12 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide a compassionate and collaborative space for people navigating trauma, loss, life transitions, and the complex emotions that come with being human.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jose Andalon

Jose Andalon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Modesto, CA


“I do my best to create a warm and welcoming environment in order for clients to feel empower to make the necessary changes to reach their goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Blom

Laura Blom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, welcoming space where you can speak openly, explore new perspectives, and develop practical skills...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Terra Horton

Terra Horton

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I am doing work I love whole-heartedly. I have always loved hearing people's stories, and getting to know what makes people feel most alive. My empathy, warmth and openness support people in feeling comfortable and held in session.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiphanie Bowens

Tiphanie Bowens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially seek to serve BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ adults who may be navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression and/or trauma.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amada Adame

Amada Adame

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is integrative, combining a strengths-based approach along with trauma informed therapies.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. John Bucholtz

Dr. John Bucholtz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am genuinely curious about each client's subjective experience and strive to understand what life has been like for you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Diana Gelfand

Diana Gelfand

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a compassionate, practical space where you feel understood, supported, and no longer alone in what you are carrying.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia (Patsy) Shealy, Ph.D, Lmft

Patricia (Patsy) Shealy, Ph.D, Lmft

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that establishing a safe and trusting environment, a safe space to do your work is most important.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Guadalupe Pino

Guadalupe Pino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach combines practical coping strategies with deeper insight to promote lasting and sustainable change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ramirez

Jennifer Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • Whittier, CA


“My style is practical and compassionate: we look at patterns, the stories you've learned to live by, and what it would feel like to respond differently—more grounded, more empowered, and more like "you."”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karlianne Rubcic

Karlianne Rubcic

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Karlianne, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Francisco, seeing clients virtually across California and Florida. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship strain, identity questions, and sexual concerns, and I offer an authentic, humor-friendly space to figure out what you actually need.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kamika Mason

Kamika Mason

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to meet my clients where they are at, meaning whatever they want to work on a that moment we can.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Gina Albani

Dr. Gina Albani

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal is simply to create a space where you feel comfortable to be open about what's hurting, what isn't working, and what you're hoping for.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leigh Hoover

Leigh Hoover

Therapist

Virtual • California


“If you are willing to put in the effort, I will bring strategies to our sessions with proven success rates...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Hirsch Cordeiro

Lisa Hirsch Cordeiro

Therapist

Virtual • Petaluma, CA


I am a mental health specialist who has been in the private and non profit services for children and adolescents for over 25 years

I hold the belief that many of life’s challenges including mental health can become strengths and lead to deeper meaning and purpose.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Margaret Holanov

Margaret Holanov

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is best described as collaborative, respectful, strength based, holistic and integrative.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jorge Alvarez

Jorge Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Fillmore, CA


“I offer a supportive, practical space where you can explore these challenges, gain clarity, and develop real-world tools to move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marianna Chavez

Marianna Chavez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I use an integrative approach to your wellness. I integrate evidence-based practices such as medication management, psychotherapy, supplements, and non-medication management options.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karissa Lentz-Klepacki

Karissa Lentz-Klepacki

Psychologist

Virtual • California


My name is Dr. Lentz and I have been practicing in the mental health field for over 10 years. I strive to help those acquire skills to overcome challenging situations that are tailored to a person's specific need. I am a goal oriented therapist that works diligently to achieve goals that are identified by the individual and myself. Life is full of situations that do not always have clear and definitive answers, which is a process the therapeutic approach I utilize can assist with.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
David Vest

David Vest

Therapist

Virtual • California


Affordable and quality mental healthcare is essential in today's world. As a trauma specialist, I strive to provide the best assistance possible and work with many problems. I can help with even the most difficult cases.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Caitlin Deitz

Caitlin Deitz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the most important aspect of the therapeutic process is to build a strong rapport with my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Roslyn Wright

Dr. Roslyn Wright

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with 25 years experience providing assessment services and psychotherapy to a wide range of clients with a variety of presenting problems (licensed in California and Oregon). I specialize in conducting individual therapy with clients who are seeking to understand and change entrenched patterns underlying their mental health symptoms, unfulfilling relationships, and poor academic and occupational performance.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Molly Lyda

Molly Lyda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling truly heard, and I create space for your voice, your experience, and your truth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Seraphina Geiter

Seraphina Geiter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think that mental health defines how we experience our whole life, and I enjoy helping people understand themself...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberly George

Kimberly George

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Kimberly believes our emotional wellness involves the entire body whereby other practices and modalities can and should be used along with talk therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Studio City, CA
There are over 84 therapists in Studio City, CA accepting new patients.
84+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 94%Relationship issues
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 61%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 49%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Cigna
  • 43%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 6%Farsi
  • 2%Armenian
  • 2%French
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 62%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 6%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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