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Grief counselors and therapists in Simi Valley, CA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Simi Valley, CA

Loss impacts everyone differently, whether you're grieving a loved one, coping with death, or working through anticipatory grief. Headway's Simi Valley network of 5,638 providers specializes in grief therapy and bereavement support, using approaches like CBT and acceptance-focused work to help you heal.

Dr. Alhasan Ghazzawi

Dr. Alhasan Ghazzawi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I am a board-certified psychiatrist who works with adults, and over the years I have focused on building a practice based on addressing the social, psychological and biological needs of my patients.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
ShawnLaRé Brinkley

ShawnLaRé Brinkley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am an eclectic therapist, meaning I do not subscribe to any one therapeutic modality as I believe the therapeutic process is fluid, and as a clinician, I must be the same.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vanessa Fiala

Vanessa Fiala

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe healing happens in the context of safe and supportive relationships. At Hope Restored Counseling, my goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and understanding as you work through life’s challenges. Whether you’re working through relationship struggles, stress, or personal growth, I provide a nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly heard. My clients often share that they feel encouraged, cared for, and empowered in our work together. I want you to know that you don’t have to do this alone—there is hope, and I’m here to help you restore it.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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Yvette Buccino

Yvette Buccino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Learning effective ways to increase the direction, transparency, and vulnerability in your life will improve the relationship you have with yourself and others.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Ana Leon Williams

Ana Leon Williams

Therapist

Virtual • San Mateo, CA


“I bring a warm, collaborative presence and value creating a space where you can show up fully and authentically.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Edward Garren

Edward Garren

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“The purpose of therapy is to remove blocks to truth; to help you abandon any patterns of belief that no longer serve you in a productive way; to implement self-forgiveness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abby Zimberg

Abby Zimberg

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I mix several approaches depending on what is needed. Looking at the past and family of origin is important as are exploring thoughts and feelings and targeting behaviors to change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Stacy Foulke

Stacy Foulke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Auburn, CA


“Our work together is grounded in understanding how your past and present connect, and in building practical skills you can use right away.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Silvia San

Silvia San

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is supportive and gentle however, I might challenge you if that offers an opportunity for growth.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Bernadette Brennecke

Bernadette Brennecke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to be empathetic, practical and client centered. I attempt to meet the client where they are.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Steven East

Steven East

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have spent more than 20 years working with adults and seniors navigating mental health challenges, substance use, and the complicated ways the two can feed each other.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Grace Nelson

Grace Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


My approach to clients is to see them both as individuals and also within the systems they operate in: familial, community, work-related, societal, or other. I help clients address personal issues in the context of their interpersonal relationships. I strive to support my clients in bringing to light their impact on others, and others’ impact on them while giving clients the skills to heal relational wounds and build healthier, meaningful connections. I work to help her clients connect with their values and find joy.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Leslie Bautista

Leslie Bautista

Therapist

Virtual • California


I attended San Diego State University for my undergraduate studies and received my masters in Social Work from Loma Linda University. I have provided services in various settings; community mental health clinics, non-profits, private sector and inpatient psychiatric units. I also work with a diverse population and have experience providing support to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Triplett

Julia Triplett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You have wisdom within you, and together we can quiet the critics so that you begin to trust yourself again.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Adeduntan Oke

Adeduntan Oke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship, as I believe trust and open communication are essential for valid progress.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Kosterlitzky

Erika Kosterlitzky

Therapist

Virtual • California


I love doing this work! I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients, to partner with them, support them in their journey, and witness their growth.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Norma Rosales

Dr. Norma Rosales

Therapist

Virtual • San Fernando, CA


“Helping my clients grow, heal from trauma, and find solutions to their challenges has been a fulfilling journey...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elsy Realsola

Elsy Realsola

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My non-direct, empathetic, approach will encourage and empower one in order to promote positive change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hovhannes Avagyan

Hovhannes Avagyan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Hovhannes believes in a patient-centered care which ensures optimal treatment of symptoms with the combination of traditional therapies, medications, and holistic treatment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Kemisha Radford

Kemisha Radford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I truly believe that everyone carries unique burdens, and sometimes they can feel overwhelming to bear alone.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Adriana Marroquin

Adriana Marroquin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally aware. I create a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Kathy Wei

Kathy Wei

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is empathetic, direct, and solution-focused, using practical tools and evidence-based approaches to help clients build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristyne McPhail

Kristyne McPhail

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, allowing you to take an active role in identifying what you would like to work on and what meaningful change looks like for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Gina Albani

Dr. Gina Albani

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal is simply to create a space where you feel comfortable to be open about what's hurting, what isn't working, and what you're hoping for.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Ahumada

Sara Ahumada

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adult women navigating some of the most demanding chapters of their lives: new motherhood, postpartum anxiety and depression, grief, relationship strain, and the kind of stress that quietly accumulates until something finally has to give.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Parisa Malekzadeh

Parisa Malekzadeh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert in your own life and my role is to help you craft a path that allows you to fulfill and achieve your goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacinta Evergreen

Jacinta Evergreen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I blend clinical expertise with spiritual intuition, cultural sensitivity, and real-world insight to support you in a more holistic way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Villanueva

Lauren Villanueva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you feel seen, heard, and understood as a whole person—not just a collection of symptoms.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Cervantes

Jessica Cervantes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Porterville, CA


“I'm here to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where healing can begin and growth can happen.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Veldkamp

Mark Veldkamp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I believe that no one should have to face life's challenges alone and that everyone deserves support.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yanina Rivera Lopez

Yanina Rivera Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“My goal is to offer a space where you don't have to shrink or translate parts of yourself, where your emotional world is taken seriously...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Angelica Otero

Angelica Otero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with people from all walks of life, focusing on those facing situations that affect them physically, emotionally, mentally, and find navigating today's world challenging: Grief / loss, chronic stress, adjusting to...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Soto

Patricia Soto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe we already have the solutions to what we are faced with... we've just forgotten how to identify them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Guyot

Melissa Guyot

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a combination of talk therapy and somatic practices to allow for a deeper resolution of past trauma...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ganna Skrypnyk

Ganna Skrypnyk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a warm, direct, and evidence-based approach that empowers my clients to understand themselves deeply, build healthier patterns, and create meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolina Moxley

Carolina Moxley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Carolina specializes in relationally focused therapy... helps them develop healthy relational skills so that they may enjoy more fulfilling relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yvonne LeVar

Yvonne LeVar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to leave sessions with me feeling heard and validated, curious about what is happening within themselves, and with tools and steps to move forward.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Duncan

Nicole Duncan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Corte Madera, CA


“My warm, collaborative approach creates an atmosphere where you can feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have been in practice for 40+ years and hold both Masters and Doctorate degrees in the Clinical Practice of psychotherapy and assessment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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