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Grief counselors and therapists in Lake Forest, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Lake Forest, CA

Grief counseling in Lake Forest through Headway offers flexible, compassionate support for anyone grieving a loved one. Our providers use proven modalities including Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, available virtually or in-person with sessions as low as $0 with insurance.

Dr. Steven Sultan

Dr. Steven Sultan

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe the most important factor in a successful psychotherapeutic experience involves the relationship between the patient and therapist.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michele Scyoc

Michele Scyoc

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work closely with individuals and families exploring emotional and behavioral concerns at home and school related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, and anxiety disorders.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amy Munroe

Amy Munroe

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


As a therapist, it is my passion to support women navigating challenges related to different life stages. I provide a compassionate, safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their emotional and physical well being.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosario Rubio

Rosario Rubio

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinical social worker, with over 10 years of experience in working with adolescents and adults with major focus on anxiety and depression. I am determined to help you find a balance in your life where you can learn to prioritize your mental health. Prioritizing yourself can be hard, so congrats for taking that first step.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karen Aguero

Karen Aguero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized support that promotes healing, growth, and positive change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Doreen Lee

Doreen Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal is to offer community and support to those in need, especially in the Black and Brown communities. I graduated from Argosy University with a master's in counseling psychology and eager to be of service!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Jean Douglass

Barbara Jean Douglass

Therapist

Virtual • Eureka, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PhD with 25 years experience working with adults, children and youth. My goal is to help you in your path towards feeling better, and experiencing an improved sense of confidence, self-esteem and functioning in your life. My specialties include adoption issues, LGBTQ issues and women's issues. I also specialize in depression, anxiety, elderly issues, disability, and stress reduction.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jody Sollazzo

Jody Sollazzo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a lot of experience working bright and motivated people who can have ADHD, disabilities, or are otherwise neurodiverse.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Lanz Banes

Dr. Lanz Banes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship. I prioritize creating an environment where clients can feel comfortable showing up as they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Gregory Buttner

Dr. Gregory Buttner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“After 17 years of working in acute clinical settings I am excited to work in a one-on-one setting sharing my experience and empathetic therapeutic approach to empower wellness and change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carly Saren

Carly Saren

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe there is no one-size fits all approach to treatment, which is why my approaches are diverse and change to fit what is most successful for each individual.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Susie Baker

Susie Baker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that everyone has the capacity to find their light, even in the darkest of times. My approach is holistic; I aim to join you in the midst of your struggles and together we can move towards a higher and brighter road.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Judith Afonta

Judith Afonta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Her approach combines evidence-based practices with a holistic understanding of mental health, aiming to empower patients on their path to recovery and well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Felton, CA


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Helquist

Laura Helquist

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, empathetic, and flexible, drawing on evidence-based techniques Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laurie Williams

Laurie Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am focused on short-term, evidenced based and strength-based interventions that help people struggling with issues including stress, peer issues, body image issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and racial issues (such as navigating life being...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Funmi Igbinigie

Funmi Igbinigie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I understand that mental health struggles can often feel isolated, and I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing and exploring your concerns.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lily Meller

Lily Meller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider it a great privilege to be with clients as they come to crucial insights about themselves and identify progress in their lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Reedy

Angela Reedy

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have a passion for coming alongside others and believe it's part of my DNA as a human being. I'm a mom, a Veteran, been married/divorced and I love my job! I specialize in trauma.. the big "T's" and the little ones. I have experience working with sexual assault, complex PTSD, moral injury, addictions, and grief.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, End of life care, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Lisa Miller

Dr. Lisa Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katherine Cooper

Katherine Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a career that spans 30 years in corporate America and went back to earn a second Masters Degree in Counseling in 2013.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Thomas Moore, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor providing therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity development, and complex relational patterns. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in repeating cycles such as overthinking, people pleasing, emotional shutdown, intense reactions, or difficulty maintaining stable relationships even when they logically understand what they should do. My goal is to help you translate insight into real change.

My approach is structured and compassionate. I integrate evidence based methods including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and trauma informed therapy. Sessions focus on understanding why your brain reacts the way it does and building practical tools you can actually use outside the therapy room. This is not only about talking through problems but learning how to respond differently when they show up in real life.

I work well with clients who want more than passive support and are ready to build skills, increase self awareness, and interrupt patterns that no longer serve them.

What clients should know before starting

Therapy with me is collaborative and active and you will learn strategies rather than only venting. We will work on understanding both the emotional and neurological side of your reactions. Sessions focus on present day functioning while also addressing past experiences that still affect you. I may gently challenge patterns when it supports growth while maintaining a supportive and respectful space. Progress often comes from small repeated changes rather than sudden breakthroughs.

If you are looking for therapy that combines validation with practical change, we will likely work well together.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sonia Gomez

Sonia Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been working with Teens and young adults for about 5 years who are mostly dealing with Anxiety and Depression.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aviva Euripides

Aviva Euripides

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am an experienced clinician and gage our work by the progress you are making towards your treatment goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany Gordon

Brittany Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is to provide healing through having a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship with my clients and ensuring that they feel seen, heard, and empowered to make the wanted changes in their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pam Slakey

Pam Slakey

Therapist

Virtual • Sonora, CA


“Willingness is the key to the gate of awakening. Courage is not the absence of fear, it is evolving while afraid...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Stobaugh

Alexandra Stobaugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am just another imperfect human doing my best to show up for others I encounter on their life's journey.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany McLaren

Brittany McLaren

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work diligently to create an open and compassionate environment where clients feel genuinely heard and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Roz Hedayatian

Roz Hedayatian

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Roz Hedayatian, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles. I work with adults who are navigating relational pain, anxiety, and life transitions. My clients tend to be self-aware, curious about themselves, and ready to go deeper than managing symptoms. If you've ever felt like you understand your patterns but can't seem to change them, that's exactly the kind of thing we'd explore together.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Teona Rockhold

Teona Rockhold

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer evidence based practices such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy and Seeking Safety...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexander Sanchez

Alexander Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help you identify unhelpful thought patterns while building greater awareness and self-compassion.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephan Blustajn

Stephan Blustajn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and personalized to your needs. Drawing from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy, I help you build practical tools...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Todd Walker

Todd Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“Todd developed a passion for removing barriers for access to care while ensuring that every client has access to, and deserves, excellent mental health services.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Yeilding

Robert Yeilding

Psychologist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


If you have tried therapy before without the results you hoped for, you may need a more targeted, effective approach. Over the past 15 years of my practice as a clinical psychologist, earning your trust and helping you establish a secure, empowering baseline for your care has been a profound privilege. As a former instructor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and a provider at the UCLA Insomnia clinic, my goal is to provide more than just a space to talk—I offer the specialized, gold-standard steps necessary to create measurable, lasting change. At my practice, YCBT Services, I focus on working with adolescents, adults, and seniors who feel stuck despite their best efforts, specifically targeting generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, panic disorders, and chronic insomnia. By addressing the underlying triggers that keep you on high alert, I am fiercely committed to helping you move beyond surface-level coping to reclaim your peace of mind.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Shannon Amabile

Shannon Amabile

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is solution-focused and grounded in practical behavioral strategies that help clients build resilience and create sustainable balance...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittany Anvari

Brittany Anvari

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe healing begins with meaningful connection. My work with cancer patients and their families has deeply shaped my understanding of pain, loss, resilience, and the complexities that relationships face during times of crisis. I support adults of all ages in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, and relationship concerns, offering both compassionate guidance and practical, effective tools for growth and healing.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sidney Cartwright

Sidney Cartwright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My speciality is working with individuals who have experienced relational or sexual trauma, childhood abuse, and/or human trafficking and exploitation.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Banti Zehyoue

Banti Zehyoue

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an experienced mental health professional specializing in counseling and social-emotional support for adolescents and families. I have worked in a telehealth setting for the past 6 years. My work focuses on anxiety, behavioral challenges, and life transitions using evidence-based, client-centered approaches. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients can build skills, gain insight, and grow.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cynthia Manguba, PsyD

Dr. Cynthia Manguba, PsyD

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, we will explore your past and earlier experiences in hopes of gaining insight to how they have impacted the way you function now.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Heather Jacobs

Heather Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My focus is to assist you in strengthening your own abilities, increasing your self awareness, and all the while learn to cope with every day stressors that inevitably pop up.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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