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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.

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
M. Veronica Cardenas

M. Veronica Cardenas

Therapist

In-person • <1 mi away • Visalia, CA


“I offer therapy in both English and Spanish, and I bring a genuinely culturally informed perspective to the work.”
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
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
Claudia Gonzales

Claudia Gonzales

Therapist

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


“My goal for therapy is the emphasis on healing and wholeness with the goal of reuniting families, strengthening couples and empowering individuals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
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
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
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
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
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
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 9 insurance carriers
Natalie Mejia

Natalie Mejia

Therapist

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


Hi, I’m Natalie, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping individuals, couples, children, and families feel more connected, understood, and supported through life’s challenges.

Over the past 10 years working in the mental health field — including 5 years providing therapy — I’ve worked in a variety of settings providing crisis services, trauma-focused support, and ongoing therapy for individuals and families with diverse needs. These experiences have strengthened my belief that healing happens best in spaces where people feel emotionally safe, genuinely seen, and never judged.

I work with clients navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, emotional disconnection, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and family or parenting challenges. In couples work, I help partners better understand the patterns and cycles they can get stuck in, improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connection.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Rebekah Wilson

Rebekah Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clovis, CA


“I believe healing begins by understanding the connection between the mind-body, emotions, and nervous system.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fremont, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Sunni Gessel

Sunni Gessel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sonora, CA


“Each session will address any concerns you have with your current mental health medications, current life stressors which may be impacting your mental health, and provide opportunities for questions and learning regarding your medication or mental...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Julie Amoruso

Julie Amoruso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I offer medication management with supportive counseling for mental health care issues by virtual appointment and in-person appointments.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Martin

Maria Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Maria — I work with teens, transitional-age youth (16–25), and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and the impact of trauma, including interpersonal violence and sexual assault. I know reaching out for support takes courage, and I’m glad you’re here.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Maryam Tajiki

Maryam Tajiki

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy as a genuine partnership. Before anything else, I want to understand what you're carrying and what you hope feels different.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Peris Rodriguez

Peris Rodriguez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Rocklin, CA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing compassionate, integrative psychiatric care in California, Utah, and Washington via telehealth, and in-person in Rocklin, California.


I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, trauma, burnout, stress, sleep problems, and perinatal and postpartum mental health. If something feels off and you're not sure where to start, you're in the right place.

I provide evaluation and medication management using a trauma-informed approach that considers your sleep, stress, lifestyle, and history. I collaborate with therapists and other providers to support coordinated, patient-centered treatment.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brian Donovan

Brian Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Grand Terrace, CA


“Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in anxious loops, or struggling to find your footing? Are certain relationships weighing you down?”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jessica Arneson

Dr. Jessica Arneson

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Dr. Jessica. Thank you for checking out my profile. Finding the right therapist can be a bit of a process, and I appreciate you considering my services. I specialize in working with high-achievers, highly-sensitive/empath people, influences and content creators who are balancing career, relationships, and personal wellbeing. Many of my clients come to me exhausted from burnout or carrying deep relationship wounds—whether from breakups, divorce, or ongoing relationship struggles. These experiences can leave you questioning your self-worth and identity.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Seong Yeop (Sam) Lee

Seong Yeop (Sam) Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In my practice, you are in the driver seat while I support and empower the journey we embark together.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nubia Hennessey

Nubia Hennessey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I find what I end up helping people do most is to connect with themselves to make better choices and connect back with important people in their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Munju Anna Chung

Munju Anna Chung

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative... Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Trauma-Informed.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Malek

Cynthia Malek

Therapist

Virtual • California


“After our first session, my clients often say they feel like I "got" them---that I listen well, and they feel understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eileen Lopez

Eileen Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“As a Latina clinician, I bring a deep appreciation for the ways culture, family, and community shape our experiences and our relationship with mental health.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Nicholson

Sarah Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I practice a compassionate, but realistic view and empower you to take steps towards getting your unmet needs fulfilled.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ed Callahan

Dr. Ed Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Much of my work is with neurodivergent people and the families around them — autistic teens and adults, including Level 1 and late-identified presentations, along with ADHD, demand avoidance, and burnout.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisa Pak

Elisa Pak

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a nonjudgmental and safe space to help you work through life's challenges and achieve your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline A. Aguilar

Jacqueline A. Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a compassionate and supportive approach to therapy, focusing on empowering my clients to build confidence, navigate life's challenges, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Eve Nadel

Eve Nadel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I have dedicated my career to helping clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
An-Ping (Andie) Hsia

An-Ping (Andie) Hsia

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I care deeply about helping people restore connection—whether with themselves, with loved ones, or with the world around them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kory Doyle

Kory Doyle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My specialty is working with LGBT+ adults and couples. Issues I have worked with in the past include same-sex couples' dynamics, self-acceptance, the coming-out process, and gender transition.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Young Song

Dr. Young Song

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe there is great value in the therapeutic relationship, knowing that you are not alone and in a space where both discomfort and growth coincide...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Barnett

Christine Barnett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our work together will revolve around the essential philosophy that all beings can heal and succeed, no matter what adversity has come before.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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. Michelle Hannemann

Dr. Michelle Hannemann

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I take a holistic approach, mind, body and spirit to help you on your healing journey using evidence-based practices and creating a safe therapeutic space to process emotions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists serving Visalia, CA
There are over 5,645 therapists in Visalia, CA accepting new patients.
5,645+
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
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 70%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 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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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%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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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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