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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in San Clemente, CA

Whether grieving a parent, partner, child, or friend, Headway's San Clemente network of 5,274 providers offers personalized grief therapy. From bereavement support to trauma-informed care addressing complicated grief, our therapists help you navigate anticipatory grief and unresolved loss with evidence-based techniques.

Dr. Lynelle Tyler

Dr. Lynelle Tyler

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is solution-focused and strength based. We use your strengths to bolster other aspects of your life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diana Mandujano

Diana Mandujano

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! My name is Diana Mandujano. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Certified Hypnotherapist offering online services in English and Spanish. My specialty is working with young adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and high-pressure environments.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jena Montenegro

Jena Montenegro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma expert with experience in a wide variety of populations including LGBTQ, African-American, Latino, Indigenous, and Asian peoples.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarita Mokha

Sarita Mokha

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe culture is not a backdrop to therapy — it is therapy — and I draw from an integrative blend of CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based approaches...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Paula D. Atkinson

Paula D. Atkinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love working with those recovering from years of dieting, disordered eating, food obsession, internalized weight stigma and body hatred.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Maria Vaquerano

Maria Vaquerano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe seeking counseling is a healthy and courageous step, especially during life transitions, some exciting, others overwhelming, and yet at times, transitions come with devasting grief and loss.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Udave

Catherine Udave

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you notice patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build tools that support real change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 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
Jessica Weisbach

Jessica Weisbach

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based. Together, we'll explore what's been weighing on you while building practical tools to help you feel more grounded, resilient, and empowered in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Downey

Michele Downey

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using a solution-oriented, 12-step based approach, I specialize in unique, intervention-based programs tailored to your family's specific needs and budget.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Wanda Quezada

Dr. Wanda Quezada

Therapist

Virtual • California


Provides services from holistic and spiritual lens in addition to a cognitive behavioral approach.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Justine Nader

Justine Nader

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to use humor and curiosity to make our time together engaging and insightful, helping you understand yourself and your relationships better.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanne Howe

Joanne Howe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is, above all, a partnership. I believe you are the expert on your own life...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ka Cole

Ka Cole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is grounded in bridging exceptional therapy tools while creating a warm, heart-centered, mindful set and setting that engages in an authentic healing relationship with you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Silvia Gudino

Silvia Gudino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy should feel like a conversation where you are able to breath a little better each day and feel a little lighter each time.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Jeter

Jennifer Jeter

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with individuals and couples for over 25 years. I believe strongly in the benefits of processing the challenges of life with a supportive and open-minded "witness" in order to get perspective and make hard decisions. I worked with families at Children's Hospital and PsyCare Inc. in San Diego, before opening my private practice in 2003.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Herlay Divine

Herlay Divine

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specifically enjoy helping people find perspective through the voice of their pain. I think pain and discomfort can be our best teacher if we allow ourselves to look at it, this way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marianna Garcia

Marianna Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist that will create a warm, compassionate, and empowering space where you feel safe, supported, and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gladys Medina

Gladys Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate difficult life experiences and build emotional resilience. I have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, family conflict, and self-esteem challenges.

My work focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, understand their experiences, and develop healthier coping skills. I have worked with individuals and families dealing with trauma, abuse, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

I am passionate about helping clients rediscover their strengths, improve their emotional well-being, and build healthier relationships. My goal is to empower each person to move toward healing, self-understanding, and personal growth.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Shawn Silverstein

Dr. Shawn Silverstein

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I approach all of the clinical work I do with cultural humility. I conceptualize my work with each client utilizing an eclectic approach that combines elements of Psychodynamic/Self-Psychological approaches, Motivational Interviewing and with...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cheryl Hoffman

Cheryl Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your own life even when the stress of life has caused the answers to be hidden.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roubina Centeno

Roubina Centeno

Therapist

Virtual • Downey, CA


“Clients come to me seeking a therapist who is passionate about supporting women during the perinatal and postpartum period and won't make them feel guilty about not enjoying every aspect of motherhood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Ervin

Lynn Ervin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we will gently and compassionately explore and identify the barriers that stand between you and your vision of a healthy fulfilling life while learning to mobilize your existing strengths to overcome these barriers.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sheva Assar

Sheva Assar

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Hi there! I’m Dr. Sheva, a licensed clinical psychologist who helps high-achieving women create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Whether you’re navigating dating, a breakup, or uncertainty in your current relationship, together, we'll focus on gaining clarity on your patterns, strengthening your self-trust and confidence, and improving communication. My goal is to help you build relationships that feel aligned, secure, and deeply fulfilling—while also creating a life that feels meaningful to you.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
M. Esperanza Guzman

M. Esperanza Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of experience helping people heal, grow, and achieve meaningful change. I know that starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I deeply respect the courage it takes to begin. My goal is to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel truly seen, heard, and valued. What drives me most is the belief that everyone has the capacity to grow, adapt, and reconnect with themselves. My work is inspired by a genuine appreciation for each person’s unique story, and by the transformative power of empathy, understanding, and trust.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angela Chijioke

Dr. Angela Chijioke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“The best practice approach that is appealing and being utilized is a person-centered approach because it improves the experience and outcomes of people who use healthcare services.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daisy Banuelos

Daisy Banuelos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello, I'm Daisy, a Board Certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (PMHNP-BC). I have over 10 years experience in Mental Health.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Quinonez

Laura Quinonez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Bragg, CA


“Clients often describe me as warm but direct, someone who asks the questions they didn't know they needed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Burton

Joseph Burton

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Joseph Burton, LCSW. I am a trauma-informed and culturally responsive therapist who specializes in supporting individuals living with blindness, low vision, and other disabilities. I understand that adjusting to changes in vision, identity, and independence can bring up complex emotions—grief, anxiety, frustration, or feeling misunderstood or isolated. You deserve a space where your lived experience is honored, and where healing can happen at your pace.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hoa MY Nguyen

Hoa MY Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My current practice involves self-discovery and healing trauma; utilizing psychoanalytic and psychodynamic frameworks, EMDR, IFS, and IFIO.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lillian Matthews

Lillian Matthews

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello! I work with adult clients, ages 18-64 years old, who have medication management needs for their mental health conditions. Clients should have appropriate acuity in the mild-to-moderate range for telehealth care. Certain conditions or symptom severity levels may need a more intensive care setting than telehealth. Same week appointments available.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kyle Chen

Kyle Chen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“His goal is to create a collaborative relationship with you to understand your unique story and provide individualized treatments through evidence-based practice.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisabeth Netjes

Elisabeth Netjes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“True healing begins when we feel genuinely seen and heard. You deserve to be known, supported, have your story understood, and have help in navigating life's obstacles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alcira Ascencio

Alcira Ascencio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing happens within safe, trusting relationships — and everything I do is built around creating that.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Maria Vazquez

Maria Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Maria, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twelve years of experience working with families, children, and adults. My work has focused on breaking generational cycles of trauma and navigating challenging life transitions. In my work I have supported individuals and families through growing up, raising their children, and bringing healing and harmony into the home. I am deeply passionate about helping others on their journeys toward personal growth and a better quality of life and consider it a gift to be an agent of change.

In addition to my clinical work, I am also a working mother of a college student and clinically supervise and train other clinicians. This experience gives me a unique perspective and understanding on navigating life transitions and balancing multiple roles.

My approach is warm, affirmative, and solution-oriented – with some humor mixed in. While it can feel intimidating to take that first step, if you are ready, I can guide you in finding areas of strength while also challenging areas for growth in a compassionate way. Together we can work toward healing in a safe environment and create positive change to improve your quality of life.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christopher Kincheloe

Christopher Kincheloe

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I use approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help you better understand yourself and build tools that actually work in real life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Sandoval

Sandra Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate mild to moderate depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosa Yeung

Dr. Rosa Yeung

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My passion for mental health stems from my own experiences growing up in an Asian culture where emotions and feelings were rarely discussed.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Tiffany Gonzales

Tiffany Gonzales

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in adults and adolescents with eating disorders, trauma, women's issues and family conflict.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Griselda Ramos

Griselda Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower each person I work with to navigate emotional difficulties, strengthen relationships, and build resilience in the face of life's complexities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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