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Grief counselors and therapists in Visalia, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Visalia, CA

Whether grieving a loved one, coping with bereavement, or working through anticipatory grief, Visalia residents can access specialized grief counseling through Headway. Our providers use trauma-informed approaches and support groups to help you find closure and rebuild after loss.

Leonardo Garcia

Leonardo Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Visalia, CA


“Additionally, for longer-term treatment, utilize sand tray, expressive arts, mindfulness, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and other treatment modalities tailored to each client.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Armstrong

Rebecca Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away • Visalia, CA


“I work very hard to help you identify relationship and behavior patterns that are maladaptive and teach you healthier patterns of relating and living.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Infertility
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Venessa Medina

Venessa Medina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Visalia, CA


“I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships — and therapy can be a space where you are fully seen, heard, and supported as you grow.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ernestina Quezada

Ernestina Quezada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Visalia, CA


“My passion lies in empowering individuals to shed the guilt, shame and people pleasing by creating healthy boundaries for yourself and others.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
M. Veronica Cardenas

M. Veronica Cardenas

Therapist

In-person • <1 mi away • Visalia, CA


I've been doing this work for 16 years, and the thing I hear most from new clients is some version of: "I wasn't sure therapy would work for me." I get it. Finding the right fit matters — and I think fit has a lot to do with feeling like your therapist actually understands where you're coming from. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish, and I bring a genuinely culturally informed perspective to the work. I see adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, family conflict, ADHD, identity questions, and relationship stress — across communities that are often underrepresented in mental health care. I'm direct when that's useful, patient when it's needed, and warm throughout.

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

Mary Beth Hurlbert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Visalia, CA


Hi, I am Beth, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. Adoption and foster care require a different kind of heart and a specialized set of tools. With three decades of dedicated experience, I help families navigate the nuances of trauma and "blocked trust." My approach is deeply empathetic, rooted in the belief that healing happens through connection. I provide the seasoned perspective you need to understand your child’s needs—and your own—more deeply. You don't have to do this alone.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Claudia Martinez Cisneros

Claudia Martinez Cisneros

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Visalia, CA


I believe in the power of transformation, resilience, and healing. Just as the butterfly symbolizes growth through change, my practice is dedicated to supporting individuals, families, couples, and groups as they navigate life’s challenges and emerge stronger, more whole, and emotionally empowered.

I provide compassionate, culturally attuned psychotherapy services rooted in depth psychology, trauma-informed care, and holistic practices. My services include individual therapy, family and couples counseling, group facilitation, and consulting to support wellness in schools, community organizations, and clinical settings.

Whether you're facing personal struggles, intergenerational wounds, or seeking support in parenting, identity, or relationships, you don’t have to heal alone here—your journey matters, and I’m honored to walk alongside you.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mary Alice Boylan

Mary Alice Boylan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away • Visalia, CA


“Clients can expect to feel emotionally healthier and know how to access healthy coping skills to deal with life stressors.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Olga Raya

Olga Raya

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Visalia, CA


“I encourage individuals to tap into their inherent strengths to find new, more constructive ways to navigate life's problems.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chenda Dyck

Chenda Dyck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Visalia, CA


Chenda Dyck is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She's in the final stretch of her PhD in Marital and Family Therapy, and she finished her master's at Fresno State back in 2016.

Chenda was born in Ratanakiri, in Cambodia's northern highlands. Families there hold together through a lot, and she watched how that works long before she had any language for it. She arrived in the U.S. in 2003, sponsored by an adoptive American family. What she learned in those years is the thing she still builds her practice on — that one safe relationship can redirect an entire life.

Her work centers on Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), grounded in systemic and attachment theory and carried by a social-justice lens. Diverse, multiracial, and immigrant families are where she does her best work — families managing cultural pressure and emotional strain at once. In session and in supervision, she holds to the same standards: respect for culture, honesty about feelings, and the relationship kept at the center.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sandra Marquez-Mesquite

Sandra Marquez-Mesquite

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Visalia, CA


“I have experience working with Individuals, couples, and families as they face difficult periods in their lives due to divorce, infidelities, or life transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Megan Curtis

Megan Curtis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Visalia, CA


“I am committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Kannon Nalls

Dr. Kannon Nalls

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Kingsburg, CA


“Through a non-judgmental, client-centered approach, I help find answers about your functioning and relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dayna Conner

Dayna Conner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Porterville, CA


Whatever you are struggling with, you don't have to work through it on your own. The answers are within reach and therapy can provide a meaningful way to heal and connect.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing online telehealth and outdoor therapy, including Walk and Talk therapy. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and a certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist.

I support adults and adolescents navigating:

• Complex, single-incident, and developmental trauma

• Anxiety, depression, stress management, and work-life balance

• Grief, loss, and life transitions

• Domestic violence and women’s issues

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amelia Thaoxaochay-Ruiz

Amelia Thaoxaochay-Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel understood, challenged when needed, and empowered to make meaningful changes that align with the life you want to live.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Anderson

Carol Anderson

Therapist

In-person • Fresno, CA


“I was one of the first few therapists in Fresno who was trained in EMDR. This unusual form of therapy quickly, painlessly and successfully "neutralizes" any traumatic or upsetting experience you may have had in your past!”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Khamnga Sengmany

Khamnga Sengmany

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


Hello. My name is Khamnga Sengmany, licensed clinical social worker. I have been working as a social worker for 30+ years and as a therapist for over seven years. I have experiences with assisting clients work through a range of problems including anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, loss and grief, work-related stress, life transitions.

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

Anthony Samora

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


I’ve helped people work through trauma, burnout, ADHD, Bipolar mood concerns, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and others, in ways that honor their pace and their story. Our work together is grounded in honesty, humor, and compassion.

As a therapist in Fresno and online in CA, I help people whose minds and bodies are tired of being on high alert. You might notice every possible threat around you, feel constantly on edge, or struggle to relax even in moments that should feel safe. You may carry guilt or shame from the ways you react when overwhelmed.

As therapy continues, you begin to notice small but real shifts. The mornings feel a bit lighter. You catch yourself laughing without effort. You start to sleep better. You find it easier to connect with family or friends, to be present, to breathe. These small moments build into something bigger

— a sense of belonging in your own life again.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Laura Spera

Laura Spera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“With over 20+ years of experience in the field, I've helped individuals and couples work through the challenges of anxiety, depression, grief and uncertainty...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Corina Rains

Corina Rains

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“Clients can expect an open and transparent first session designed to build a trusting relationship between the client and the therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sloane Fowkes

Sloane Fowkes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that clients are the true experts in their own treatment and are the best narrators of their stories.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laila Yousefian

Laila Yousefian

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Escondido, CA


I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for adults. My approach is clinical, trauma-informed, and whole-person; I look beyond symptoms alone and consider the many parts of life that shape mental health. I believe care should feel collaborative, supportive, and not overwhelming. My goal is to help you feel understood while creating a treatment plan that fits your life, values, and goals. Whether you are seeking medication management, in-office IV or IM ketamine treatment, or support through a difficult season, I want you to feel safe, respected, and empowered.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kara Stratton

Kara Stratton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, validating, and centered on helping clients process difficult emotions in a safe and supportive space.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Moradian

Michael Moradian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of clinical psychotherapy experience and more than 20 years in the behavioral and mental health field.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abbie Porter

Abbie Porter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take an individualistic, collaborative approach to treatment. I will work with each individual to identify their goals for coming to treatment and base my strategy off of that.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Loretta Battistoni

Loretta Battistoni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you face.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lonniel Myles

Lonniel Myles

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, and co-occurring mental health challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessica La Rocca

Jessica La Rocca

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a space where you can feel emotionally safe, deeply understood, and supported without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Hellman

Jennifer Hellman

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working in community mental health, co-occurring substance use treatment, and residential care settings. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use challenges, mood disorders, relationship stress, and major life transitions.

I believe therapy works best when clients feel heard, respected and supported without judgement. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. I draw from CBT, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based approaches to help clients build insight, emotional stability, and healthier coping strategies.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Luce

Katie Luce

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is authentic, warm, supportive and interactive and my focus is to collaborate with my clients to create realistic goals and meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Loy

Patricia Loy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach each client with warmth and curiosity. I offer compassion, empathy, and unconditional positive regard to each individual I see.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Hannah Heitz

Dr. Hannah Heitz

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, grounded in research, and tailored to each client's goals—whether you're seeking support for anxiety, relationships, or building resilience in daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Barraza

Rosa Barraza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist because I've seen how much changes when someone finally has a space that's just for them — no performing, no managing other people's feelings, just honest conversation about what's actually going on.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leigh Johnson

Leigh Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


You may be seeking support in moving toward a more preferred version of yourself, your life, and your relationships. You may be questioning important facets of your identity, or wondering how to locate and uproot the seeds of painful and complicated emotions. Perhaps you are curious about navigating a different type of relational structure with your loved ones, or you may be feeling stuck with a particular challenge in the way you connect to others. My role as a therapist is to provide support and facilitate insight that will allow you to work toward your personal goals.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Roubina Centeno

Roubina Centeno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am certified and specialize in maternal mental wellness and work primarily with women experiencing life transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paije Rush

Paije Rush

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, genuine, and direct—I'll support you while also gently challenging you when growth requires it.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cristina Bonilla

Cristina Bonilla

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We use a client-centered, trauma focused approach in our treatment modalities, utilizing evidence-based practices such as EMDR...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Lai

Samantha Lai

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative process tailored to your unique experiences, needs, and goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I believe a healthy therapeutic experience can foster a genuine, honest and authentic relationship that can help us become aware of ourselves in the world, heal from our past, cope with our present, and foster a healthy future.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
James Dvorak

James Dvorak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and those exploring questions around identity, belonging, and connection.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

About our therapists in Visalia, CA who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Visalia, CA
There are over 5,826 therapists in Visalia, CA accepting new patients.
5,826+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 79%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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