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Grief counselors and therapists in Sunnyvale, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Sunnyvale, CA

Navigating loss in Sunnyvale is deeply personal. Headway connects you with 6,014 licensed therapists experienced in grief counseling, bereavement support, and coping with death. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers trained in Complicated Grief Treatment and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often covered by insurance with copays as low as $0.

Carie Ann Ylanan

Carie Ann Ylanan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your pursuit of wellness.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marisa Abzug

Marisa Abzug

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Santa Cruz, CA


I have been a licensed MFT for 17 years and have worked in many settings including but not limited to: non-profit, community college, outpatient drug and alcohol treatment, group home and private practice. I got my Masters at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology and I’d definitely describe my orientation as eclectic and I honestly taylor my work to each client.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“Seeking help for your mental health is a sign of strength, and I am proud of people who advocate for their well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laurel Fujii

Laurel Fujii

Therapist

In-person • Oakland, CA


“I work with Asian American and mixed-race BIPOC adults, and I specialize in racial trauma, PTSD, intergenerational conflict, career burn out, and identity.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

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Clementine Brown

Clementine Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“I use a Liberation Psychology approach which means we often explore how we have internalized society's oppressive systems and how we can get you as free as possible from internalized and external forms of oppression.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Eric Stullman

Eric Stullman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I've been told that my clients really appreciate my expertise but mostly the warmth and humor that I bring.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alecia Singer

Alecia Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


I’m a licensed therapist in San Francisco with over 15 years in private practice. I specialize in Eating disorders, body image and trauma and work primarily with adults who are exhausted by the cycle of restriction, compulsive eating, shame and self criticism and are ready for something to genuinely shift. My training includes, IFS, Somatic therapy, EMDR, CBT and Expressive Arts therapy, which means we will not only engage in supportive talk therapy, but also have real tools to work with. My clients often express that not only do they heal and find peace with food, disordered eating and body image, but they also become more able to feel and tolerate emotions and regulate moods, while building trust in their bodies and discover true hungers, desires and enhance creativity and vitality. This can lead to more ease and comfort in your own skin, with the potential of more meaningful work and healthy relationships.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Denise Alfaro

Denise Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Walnut Creek, CA


“I focus on giving you concrete, real-world tools that lead to noticeable changes in your everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Dr. Randall Coeshott

Dr. Randall Coeshott

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Walnut Creek, CA


“I collaborate with clients to help them overcome their challenges and facilitate long lasting change using an integrative approach to psychotherapy...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jim Torrens

Jim Torrens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


I have found a calling that allows me to bring my full self – head, heart, and soul – to my work.

I found this calling after a fulfilling career in social services. In addition to working as a teacher, program manager, policy advocate, and peer counselor, I have also married, raised a family, coached youth sports, and pursued mindful self-care, creativity, and personal growth.

I earned my Bachelor’s in English from Harvard and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Meixner

Anthony Meixner

Therapist

In-person • Walnut Creek, CA


“You will have the chance to experience the space to be safe, validating, non-judgmental, and empathetic.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bella Lurie

Bella Lurie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“According to a rich variety of spiritual traditions, all major setbacks in life can be "solved" by a particular attitude towards these setbacks...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jason Hsu

Jason Hsu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Albany, CA


“I provide compassionate trauma-informed therapy for a broad range of concerns, with particular emphasis on anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and psychotic disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Oglesby

Paul Oglesby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Albany, CA


“I focus on building a strong, trusting bond with my clients that serves as a foundation for exploration and change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pleasant Hill, CA


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling a little bit lighter, more connected, more seen, more validated, and armed with new tools, insight, and strategies to handle overwhelming emotions or interpersonal and social scenarios.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Karen Mccrary

Karen Mccrary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tracy, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT 123208. I worked as a teacher and decided to go back to school and continue my education, to enable me to work with families, couples and individuals in a therapeutic setting. My focus is family, marriage and couples counseling. I have experience working with families that have unconventional lifestyles. In addition, I have experience working with couples, teens, groups and children. I have worked with the school district as a mental health counselor, as well as conducted group therapy in all settings. I am trained in Gottman Method for Couples and Bariatric Assessment certified.

•Couples Counseling •Specialization in Gottman Method and Sex Therapy. Individual Adult, Tween & Teen Counseling •Anger Management, ADHD, ADD. Certified Bariatric Assessments. Supervision for Interns. Family Therapy, and court appointed therapist for Reunification Therapy.

I believe that each individual has a purpose and that sometimes we need assistance in finding our purpose. Let me help you find your own purpose or regain focus on your life's path to feeling satisfied in the life you are living. I am available via online or in person and licensed in California and Arizona.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Concord, CA


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe balancing your mental health and physical wellness is key to improving stability in life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Duncan

Nicole Duncan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corte Madera, CA


“My warm, collaborative approach creates an atmosphere where you can feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Apodaca

Elizabeth Apodaca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pacific Grove, 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, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christelle Harris

Christelle Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pacific Grove, CA


“I am a wholistic therapist, focusing on not just talking, but how your body holds trauma, anxiety, depression and pain.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joy Nnebe

Joy Nnebe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Manteca, CA


Hi, and welcome! I am Joy Nnebe, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am thrilled you’re considering working with me.

I have 8 years of experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing, and I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, trauma, and more, using approaches like CBT therapy and trauma-informed care. I aim to provide simple, non-judgmental, supportive, and personalized care to help you feel understood and empowered on your mental health journey.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Pamela Hughes

Pamela Hughes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monterey, CA


Pamela Hughes received her Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and her Masters Degree

in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, California.

Pamela has worked with individuals, couples and families improving their relationships

using the Collaborative Communication Skills as an Instructor. Pamela specializes in Addictions, ADHD, Family Systems and Hoarding.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael They

Michael They

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Modesto, CA


“I will listen intently and ask questions to learn more about you so I can determine what type of care is most appropriate.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Patricia Conteh

Patricia Conteh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Modesto, CA


“I work with patients to develop their personal and individual treatment plan to meet their specific needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denisha Wright

Denisha Wright

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stockton, CA


“I really enjoy working with individuals from multicultural backgrounds who's cultural identity, history, and trauma experiences are intertwined with their current problems.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Mindy Leake

Mindy Leake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Novato, CA


Hello, I'm Mindy. I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 16 years of clinical experience. My path has included military service, community health work in rural Morocco, and care across many settings, from intensive care to hospice. These experiences shape how I show up: with warmth, curiosity, cultural humility, and respect for everyone's story. I treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

That means taking time to dig into your history, what has worked, what has not, and what you actually want from your care. Whether that is medication management or medication management with therapy, we figure it out together.

I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life transitions including loss, chronic illness, major life changes, and times when you just cannot name what is wrong yet.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Otis

Jennifer Otis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is an active, collaborative partnership designed around your strengths rather than your struggles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maria Ayala

Maria Ayala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal isn't to hand you a diagnosis. It's to help you feel steadier, and to build something that holds up after therapy ends.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christian Lozano

Christian Lozano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hold specialty certifications in trauma treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-informed practice, and I've completed Acceptance and Commitment Therapy training under Dr. Richard Sears.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diane Hough

Diane Hough

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and accepted from our very first conversation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Roche

Sean Roche

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal as your therapist is to help you gain clarity, build effective tools, and move toward a life that feels more manageable and meaningful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lara Dye

Dr. Lara Dye

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“I utilize several therapeutic 'tools' which help my client to decrease unhealthy relationship behaviors and increase healthy attachment...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kimberly Western

Kimberly Western

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have invested in clinical training as a graduate professor for the past 11 years, helping students move through their education into their careers. In addition to serving as an adjunct faculty member for Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology, I also held the title of Lead Faculty and Faculty Advisor for the University of Phoenix, providing expertise in clinical supervision, assessment, and treatment planning.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Mander

Christina Mander

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm trained in multiple modalities including Psychodynamic, Attachment Theories, Mindfulness, Humanistic, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Mowbray

Tamara Mowbray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 25 years of working with individuals, couples and families, I have the training and experience to help you work through what you are currently facing.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aryeh Lazar

Aryeh Lazar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, insightful, and collaborative. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), drawing from other evidence-based approaches when useful.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Gandy

Melissa Gandy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet you where you are and offer a space grounded in acceptance, compassion, and respect as we work together toward positive change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Liliana (Lily) Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a parent, human, 1st generation Latina, and someone who has lived through depression, postpartum struggles, and loss, I'm drawn to supporting others through situations that can be difficult to even put into words.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Chesbro

Jessica Chesbro

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Jessica and I love supporting youth and their families to bring out confidence and build healthy relationship patterns to support them as they grow in today's world. I have background in Expressive Arts Therapy and bring creative approaches including art, play, and drama therapy techniques as entry points into cognitive behavioral interventions and strategies to assist with behavior, emotion regulation, and understanding of one's self. My philosophical goal as a therapist is to help people I work with curate more joy into their lives and for children to be seen in their unique strengths and supported to grow through challenges. I believe that curiosity is the antidote to depression. Let's get curious together!

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Sunnyvale, CA
There are over 24 therapists in Sunnyvale, CA accepting new patients.
24+
Average years in practice
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14 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 92%Relationship issues
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 88%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Cigna
  • 67%Blue Shield of California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 13%Hebrew
  • 8%Hindi
  • 4%French
  • 4%Korean
How they see their clients
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  • 92%In-person or online
  • 8%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 25%Man
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 4%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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