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Grief counselors and therapists in San Diego, CA
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in San Diego, CA
Grieving a loved one requires compassionate, specialized support. In San Diego, Headway offers virtual and in-person therapy sessions with providers experienced in grief counseling, helping you cope with death, anticipatory grief, and unresolved loss at your own pace.
“Creating meaningful connections and a more satisfying life experience can be achieved with healthy conversation that gives you permission to be yourself and connect with others authentically.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“In working together I want to understand where you have been, where you are now, and where you hope to be.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My communication style is calm, friendly, and personable. I always provide an open space for clients to express themselves free of judgment or guilt.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
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
My name is Gerardo Salinas. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker and therapist for more than 13 years. I have worked with adults, youth, and families from varied life experiences. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
My goal is to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and more importantly helpful. I work with adults, adolescents and adults who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and many of the other effects and challenges.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“Having navigated my own personal history of depression, I have a deep, lived appreciation for how heavy things can feel...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I help individuals, couples, and families heal and grow through a supportive, culturally responsive approach.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that effective treatment starts with a clinician who truly listens and understands the biological and personal complexities of your unique situation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I work collaboratively to help you understand patterns, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and groups. Areas of expertise include, out of control sexual behavior, 12-Step recovery, childhood sexual abuse, shame, body dysmorphia and gender identity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My coaching and therapeutic approach is very collaborative and is designed to provide you with ongoing realistic, positive/strength based strategies to help you achieve your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hi, I am Dr. Lili and I have over 11 years of professional experience working with patients from 2 years old up to 102 years old. I specialize in treating patients facing mood disorders, adjustment difficulties, depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship issues, identity crisis, life transitions, grief, chronic medical conditions and/ or end-of-life care.
I have had the pleasure of witnessing the resilience and strengths of those who have overcome so much in their lives and build themselves up from the hardest of times.
If you're feeling lost, defeated, confused, you have come to the right place.
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I have been in the mental health industry for over 26 years. I have worked with individuals with mild to moderate, to severe mental health challenges.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Professionally, I have worked with children, families as well as survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 9 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is integrative and collaborative, tailored to each person's unique experiences and goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“We look forward to working together with you and the family to achieve your goals of symptom remission, better functioning, and improved wellbeing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm direct, relational, and reflective in how I work. I started in early childhood mental health, which shaped how I understand people.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Many of my clients come in wanting to understand themselves better, break old patterns, and find healthier ways to cope.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use techniques from several practices such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, Bowen family systems, person-centered, solution-focused, and Gottman in order to better help you to reach your goals in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I highly value a comprehensive and positive approach to therapy. I believe that cultivating self-awareness, acknowledging self-worth, practicing good self-care and fostering gratitude can enhance the quality of our lives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe personal growth can occur by alternately focusing on thoughts, emotions and/or behavior. However, in my graduate studies, subsequent training, and my own personal psychotherapy, I learned to value attachment orientated therapy...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Roland uses reflective listening, strategic inquiry, and encouragement to provide feedback and interaction that allows clients to make informed, healthy, and compassionate decisions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I tend to start off wherever you are at in your life and help you get to where you want to be with kindness.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I want you to internalize the process so you don't need me forever. Come in, get what you need, and get back to living—return if life opens a new chapter.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
I enjoy helping clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or relationship challenges and want a safe space to feel understood. My ideal client is someone looking to improve communication, deepen self-awareness, and create healthier patterns. I offer warmth, authenticity, and practical tools to help you navigate what’s holding you back. Together, we build clarity, resilience, and meaningful change so you can move through life with more confidence and balance.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy is most successful when a client feels: respected, free to express their experience without fear of judgement, supported, and appropriately challenged.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy works best when it feels real, supportive, and collaborative, not clinical or intimidating.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is eclectic, psychodynamic, humanistic, and integrative. I would describe my communication style as open, attuned, and collaborative.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Emily's therapeutic approach is a mixture of supportive therapy and motivational interviewing; she thoroughly evaluates your entire mental health in a way that makes you feel connected and supported, and provides you with positive energy, strength...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I've been a Clinical Psychologist for over 20 years. During that time, I have helped individuals from diverse backgrounds address concerns...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am often humbled by the things I learn from other people. I am inspired by acts of courage and creativity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I work with adults and young adults who are, by most measures, doing fine - but privately feel like they're running on fumes.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I don't see you as a list of symptoms to be fixed, but as a whole person with a unique culture, story, and pace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I use CBT, Person Centered, Support therapy, solutions focused therapy, EMDR, mindfulness and meditation and talk therapy as my main therapy modalities.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I help people live the life they talk about with their friends.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I am Gina Feletar, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of nursing experience, and a dedicated companion on your journey toward holistic well-being.
Healing begins when we see the whole person, not just the symptoms. My practice blends evidence-based care with a holistic perspective, creating space for healing that also honors your uniqueness. Beyond managing mental health conditions, my mission is to help you reclaim your strength, and rediscover hope rooted in wellness and purpose.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I'm not interested in fixing you—I want to help you meet yourself in the places you've been taught to avoid.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a collaborative stance, allowing clients to create their own goals and feel as though they are in control of their own therapeutic journey.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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