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Grief counselors and therapists in Vista, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Vista, CA

Headway offers grief therapy in Vista with providers experienced in supporting those processing loss of a parent, partner, sibling, or friend. Our 6,019 therapists use evidence-based approaches including Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and acceptance-based techniques to help with unresolved grief and isolation. Sessions are flexible, affordable with insurance coverage, and available both virtually and in-person.

Yesica Solorio

Yesica Solorio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to support clients explore and understand their issues, build on their strengths, develop effective coping mechanism skills.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jerry Mermis

Jerry Mermis

Therapist

Virtual • Hollister, CA


“I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance rigorous, evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Juan Zuluaga

Juan Zuluaga

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My name is Juan Zuluaga and I am a LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in California. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 14 years in a multitude of settings including: therapist, director of an adult program, and case manager. My therapy focus has been working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, victims of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions/adjustments, struggles with interpersonal conflicts, men’s issues, and self-esteem concerns. Rooted from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy background, I primarily employ CBT, REBT, & DBT modalities into my practice. I am here to walk with you on your journey and assist uncover what is best for your life.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Natasha Prime

Natasha Prime

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping people through the trials and tribulations of life and helping them find the strengths that are often already within.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adeline Ong

Adeline Ong

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“For over 20 years, I have sat across from people carrying weight that most will never understand: the weight of service, sacrifice, survival, and the quiet battles that follow you home.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Kaplan

Lisa Kaplan

Therapist

Virtual • Los a, CA


“At any given moment you have the power to say, this is not how I want my story to end”

I’m a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience assisting others achieving relief from addiction, co-dependency, complex trauma, anxiety and depression.

I specialize in the treatment of individuals, couples and families to assist with post traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, grief and loss and substance abuse.

I provide a safe and nurturing environment that ensures the provision of high quality personalized care.

I provide EMDR for those suffering from trauma. In addition, I have extensive training and experience in providing CBT , IFS therapy and together we will work to identify and break unhelpful patterns and find new ways to grow and thrive as individuals.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frankie Nixon

Frankie Nixon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've been serving men, women and couples for 15 years. I help my clients deal with life issues that diminish mental health and impact relationships.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Yates

Amanda Yates

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My approach is centered in the belief that authentic connection with ourselves and others heals. Therapy is an opportunity to dive deep, to develop greater self knowledge, to come into wholeness, accepting and integrating all of our parts and aligning our lives with our Truth and the fullness of who we are. I look forward to the opportunity to support you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ingrid Montes

Ingrid Montes

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am here to listen, guide, and support you in overcoming life’s challenges. I have been in the mental health field for eight years, working with clients of different socioeconomic status address their concerns with anxiety, depression, grief, and communication.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andre Papajohn

Andre Papajohn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of connection and self-understanding to create meaningful change in people's lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Charlos Thompson

Dr. Charlos Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“By working with Dr. Thompson's, your progress is measured weekly and monthly to determine level of growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Dale Hiebert

Dr. Dale Hiebert

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds during and after my formal education. I take a relational and interpersonal approach, highlighting the importance of relationships in the development of individuals and how these relationships impact present thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Douglas Johnson

Dr. Douglas Johnson

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in the places where addiction, worry, and self-doubt overlap—territory where "just trying harder" usually doesn't work.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carissa Baker

Carissa Baker

Therapist

Virtual • California


When stress takes over, life can feel overwhelming and exhausting. You may find yourself wondering if your anxiety, relationship struggles, or emotions are connected to something deeper. Therapy offers a space to slow down and explore what’s beneath the surface. I’m Carissa, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in trauma-informed care. I work with individuals, couples, and families to strengthen relationships, heal attachment wounds, and shift trauma patterns. Your story matters.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Eiben

Lisa Eiben

Therapist

Virtual • Walnut Creek, CA


“I provide empathic and collaborative care that supports and guides clients through the questions, challenges and goals that have brought them to seek support.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jade Dearing

Jade Dearing

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


Trauma-Informed. I specialize in treating adults with unresolved childhood traumas / C-PTSD. I deeply understand how early life experiences shape present-day struggles—I specialize in helping people heal from those roots, not just manage surface-level symptoms.

I am trained in powerful, evidence-based and experiential modalities like EMDR, IFS-informed parts work, Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Safe and Sound Protocol, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy. Not one-size-fits-all—I tailor treatment to each individual’s nervous system, attachment patterns, and inner world.

Most importantly, I show up as a therapist: I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where clients can be fully seen, heard, and validated. I understand that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, and I meet clients with compassion, patience, and respect for their pace.

I am committed to helping clients work through inner emotional conflicts so they can move toward a more stable, fulfilling, and connected life—not just symptom relief, but real, lasting transformation.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Stanton Jones

Jennifer Stanton Jones

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, curiosity, and genuine compassion into my work. I also believe that therapy can be both supportive and practical.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erika Lopez

Erika Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Hermosa Beach, CA


“Together, we explore how earlier experiences have shaped the ways you connect today, helping you understand why certain patterns show up in relationships and why they can feel difficult to change, even when you're aware of them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renee EB-Walton

Renee EB-Walton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My training enables me to facilitate personal growth and self-discovery, helping individuals access their inner resources to overcome challenges and reduce suffering.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Khadeer Khan

Khadeer Khan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am driven by an unwavering commitment to sow seeds of hope and cultivate a garden of resilience. Every interaction is a chance to illuminate the path towards recovery with empathy and understanding.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jillian Jeffries-Mali

Jillian Jeffries-Mali

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative treatment approach utilizing a mix of CBT, Attachment, and Neurobiology to help clients learn new ways of managing symptoms and showing up for themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Xochitl Miranda

Xochitl Miranda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected and understood.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Spaltro

Sarah Spaltro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want therapy to feel like a place where you can be genuinely known while also moving toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Emily Day

Emily Day

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I show up in sessions as myself, a real human being, ready to get to know you and collaborate on your goals, all while applying my clinical skills, knowledge, and experience to help you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nadia Thalji

Dr. Nadia Thalji

Psychologist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. I integrate psychodynamic, Jungian, trauma-informed, somatic, mindfulness-based, and relational therapies...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Nevin

Dana Nevin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I combine Attachment Theory with Solution-Focused Therapy to help you understand how past relationships influence current patterns while also focusing on practical, forward-moving solutions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Caleb Park

Caleb Park

Therapist

Virtual • Studio City, CA


“Together, we will explore your past and present experiences to gain a deeper understanding of the behavioral issues, triggers, coping mechanisms, and traumas that may be contributing to your challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John West

John West

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My mission is to help clients undo that sense of aloneness and unworthiness that so often follows us through life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jamie Murray

Jamie Murray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing happens in the therapeutic relationship, building skills and processing wounds that allow you to feel your best.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nastassja Vargas

Nastassja Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am very passionate about holistic psychotherapy as I have personally experienced great benefits from such an approach where traditional methods alone have failed me.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
Brian Donovan

Brian Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Grand Terrace, CA


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative, combining practical tools with grounded emotional insight.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jeffrey Sundberg

Dr. Jeffrey Sundberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We collaborate on building a plan together. You decide what works and I will offer solutions from the empirical research.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexander Schwarz

Alexander Schwarz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel supported, understood, and find relief to their negative feelings while learning new techniques to manage life situations.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Lucas

April Lucas

Therapist

Virtual • California


I earned my master's degree in Social Work 29 years ago. Over the course of my career I have enjoyed working with girls and women of all ages. I enjoy supporting girls and women who are navigating middle school, high school, college, relationships, post-partum period, motherhood, divorce, menopause, and becoming empty nesters. I love seeing my clients begin therapy with stress, anxiety, OCD, depression, grief and loss, or trauma then graduate from therapy in a much better place. I believe that you can thrive no matter your age and no matter your circumstances. I have less experience helping transgender women but I really enjoy that work as well. I consider myself a LGBTQIA+ ally.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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
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
Dr. Adriana Pombo

Dr. Adriana Pombo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I walk alongside individuals with curiosity, care, and support as they navigate through life, holding onto aspects of their past that align with their future goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Drew Scott

Dr. Drew Scott

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring over 20 years of experience bridging the space between thoughts, feelings, and actions to facilitate your growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Vista, CA
There are over 27 therapists in Vista, CA accepting new patients.
27+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 93%Relationship issues
  • 93%Trauma
  • 93%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 48%Cigna
  • 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 4%Cantonese
  • 4%Mandarin
  • 4%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 63%Woman
  • 37%Man
License types
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  • 52%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 22%Clinical Psychologist
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 4%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 52%Family therapy
  • 41%Couples therapy
  • 30%Child or adolescent therapy

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