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Grief counselors and therapists in Santa Cruz, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Santa Cruz, CA

Whether grieving a parent, partner, friend, or child, Santa Cruz residents can access virtual or in-person grief therapy through Headway's network of 5,265 providers. Our therapists use approaches like acceptance-based therapy and prolonged grief disorder treatment to support your healing journey.

Roubina Centeno

Roubina Centeno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am certified and specialize in maternal mental wellness and work primarily with women experiencing life transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Lowe

Danielle Lowe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Personal and professional experience has led me to believe one of the greatest places for healing is when we are seen and heard by another.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Timmons

Dr. Angela Timmons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Titus Ogbuafor

Titus Ogbuafor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For me it is always how can I provide relationship participants may use for their own personal growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Caroline Kristo

Dr. Caroline Kristo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My focus is on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carla Fort

Carla Fort

Therapist

Virtual • California


You're here! Right here, right now! You may not be where you want to be yet, but you have already taken a step towards facing challenges with a strength you never knew you had. Besides, it doesn't hurt to get a little assistance on the way. I'm here to help you. Let me tell you something. Nothing is as remarkable as seeing positive change in my client! Helping you make even the smallest steps towards your goal every day brings me joy and I make sure to let you know when I've noticed your progress. Even when they seem too small to notice, I'll notice! You’ll be surprised how much a little positivity can help.

I am a licensed professional counselor and a certified rehabilitation counselor with additional experience in helping individuals get back to work to attain the highest success possible after experiencing any life changing issues. I have helped people with almost everything you can think of. I have helped those with mild and severe mental health concerns.

When I counsel, my style is energetic, compassionate, and supportive. I praise your progressions, and I can show you how to be proud of your efforts and steps in the right direction. I am client-centered and I want to listen to you and be as helpful as is humanly possible. I love to empower my clients. I can't wait to meet you!

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Candice Campbell

Candice Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, collaborative and balanced approach using cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help clients embrace their authentic selves and improve their quality of life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Williamson

Danielle Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, empathetic, and often humorous style to therapy, and I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership rather than a hierarchy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
MarySue Swift

MarySue Swift

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to meet each person where they are, without judgment, and to see them as the unique individual they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Nesreen Hutoczki

Dr. Nesreen Hutoczki

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Pursuing your goals with creativity, compassion, and humor can help make the 'work' of therapy flow more naturally and comfortably.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gloria Morrow

Gloria Morrow

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I create a beloved community environment for my clients, where the client feels respected and his or her needs are at the forefront of the session.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Latechia Hogue

Latechia Hogue

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hold space for my clients to feel whatever they feel and make room for my clients to share without feeling judged.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Eaton

Laurie Eaton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 28 years. I have worked in a Foster Care agency, as a Clinical Supervisor at a Children's Clinic in East LA and at a Drug, Alcohol, and Mental Health Facility. I also provided therapy for our military.

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

Vickie Ficklin

Therapist

Virtual • California


BA Degree Psychology, Masters in Social Work

40yrs experience: Anxiety & Panic Disorders, Depression, Trauma/ PTSD, Grief & Loss Counseling.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Kinnebrew

Lisa Kinnebrew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and couples in crisis. I am a trauma-informed therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kathleen Dale

Kathleen Dale

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oceanside, CA


“I often use a variety of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Aimee Stroup

Aimee Stroup

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Redding, CA


“I work with a varied age group, multiple tools, and bring mindfulness as well as extensive life experience into the safe space created in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Krista Zabor

Krista Zabor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is centered on compassion and non-judgement. Each of us needs support and care to heal and thrive in this challenging world.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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
Mary Beth Hurlbert

Mary Beth Hurlbert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Hartmann

Sarah Hartmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a psychotherapist specializing in somatic therapy and trained in EMDR, I use a trauma-informed, body-based approach to support nervous system regulation and safe, lasting healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Brooks

Crystal Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with adults who are ready to engage deeply in their healing and personal evolution. Many of my clients have spent much of their lives in caregiving roles: parents, adult children caring for aging family members, partners, healthcare professionals, teachers, therapists, or those who naturally take on the role of “the strong one.” While meaningful, these roles can also lead to overwhelm, burnout, and a pattern of overfunctioning that leaves little room for your own needs.

You may have already experienced therapy and are now seeking something more integrative; an approach that moves beyond coping into clarity, embodiment, and empowerment. Often, my clients come in recognizing that they’ve been conditioned to prioritize others, and are ready to explore the patterns, beliefs, and internal narratives that have shaped that way of being.

In our work together, you are met with compassion as we uncover these patterns and begin the process of reconnecting you with your own needs, values, and inner authority. This is not about becoming someone new, but about returning to yourself.

I provide psychotherapy using a personalized, trauma-informed approach that integrates somatic practices, nervous system regulation, shadow work, ecotherapy, transpersonal hypnotherapy, guided meditation, breathwork, reflective writing, and ritual-based practices.

This is a space where your growth, healing, and wholeness are honored...a journey of uncovery, discovery, and love.

My home base is North Carolina. I serve clients in NC, NJ, VA, FL and CA.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am someone who has decided to use my natural skill at connecting with people from different walks of life to foster self-awareness and progress in my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Daniel

Kristina Daniel

Therapist

Virtual • Eureka, CA


“I take a collaborative, curious approach to therapy, working alongside you to better understand your experiences and help you move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Juan Perez

Dr. Juan Perez

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I create a nonjudgmental space where you can show up as you are and explore what you want to change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides therapy in both Spanish and English, from colloquial to professional levels. My work has included supporting individuals facing HIV/AIDS-related challenges, domestic violence, substance use, loneliness, suicidal thoughts, dual diagnosis, sexuality-related concerns, aging-related issues, and the broader impact these experiences can have on families and support systems. Across community, academic, and clinical settings in Mexico and the U.S., I’ve built a strong foundation in helping people navigate both personal suffering and societal distress.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Icazbalceta-Soto

Vanessa Icazbalceta-Soto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in cognitive behavior, dialectical behavior, and schema therapy as well as personal sexual growth, intimacy, sexual expression, and work intimately within the kink community.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jennifer De Santis

Jennifer De Santis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anaheim, CA


“I have a vast amount of experience in working with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, infertility, perinatal and postpartum, trauma and more.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicolette Mullins

Nicolette Mullins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


I have a bachelors in religious studies from the University of Kentucky. I grew up in Kentucky and moved to California to train in marital and family therapy. I am queer affirming and culturally-sensitive. I am sex-worker positive.

Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hudia Hashemeyan

Hudia Hashemeyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a culturally informed therapist who understands what it's like navigating multiple cultural systems at once, I support women in reconnecting with themselves, setting boundaries with care, and building lives that feel authentic, grounded and...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Lemus

Deborah Lemus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy approach is warm and attentive and will be understanding of your challenges and healing process.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gabriela Lopez-Machon

Gabriela Lopez-Machon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relational and insight-oriented, informed by psychodynamic thinking. I believe that when we better understand our emotions, past experiences, and relational patterns, we can create meaningful and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

Virtual • California


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lizeth Moreno

Dr. Lizeth Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Dr. Lizeth Moreno. I am a first-generation Salvadoran Latina who provides therapy for individuals seeking personal growth, healing, and a deeper understanding of themselves across various stages of life. My work focuses on creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, respected, and emotionally safe. I understand that reaching out for support can feel difficult, and I strive to provide a space where you can explore your experiences, develop insight, and work toward meaningful change. My goal is to help clients build greater self-awareness and strengthen coping strategies.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Watkins

Nicholas Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Mountain View, CA


“Nick also help military personnel & first responders with PTSD, with PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, vicarious trauma, and the transition back to civilian life using his own experience as a veteran who served 10 years enlisted in the Air Force and 1...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 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
Deonia Young

Deonia Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My warm and humorous, integrated approach to therapy draws upon therapeutic components found within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Tammy Ricker

Dr. Tammy Ricker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Veteran and someone who comes from a military family, I have a deep personal and professional understanding of military culture and the unique challenges it brings.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Meagan Fitzgerald

Meagan Fitzgerald

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The Creative Arts and EMDR Therapy have the ability to assist us in looking at our pain and transforming it into our most profound awareness and insights about ourselves and the world.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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