Grief Therapists in 92078
Kelly M. Kaitson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078
Healing from anxiety and grief that hold you back is possible.
Now Accepting New Clients! Do you feel you are not the best version of yourself? Are you feeling confused, scared, disconnected and lost? I am here to help. If you are being triggered by emotions and behaviors and it's making other problems in your life worse, I hope you will consider contacting me today. Supporting you at this time is my sincere desire and I'm here to tell you that there can be change, success and growth to bring forward your best version. I will equip you with tools and support so you not only get by but actually thrive. I look forward to speaking with you!
Healing from anxiety and grief that hold you back is possible.
Now Accepting New Clients! Do you feel you are not the best version of yourself? Are you feeling confused, scared, disconnected and lost? I am here to help. If you are being triggered by emotions and behaviors and it's making other problems in your life worse, I hope you will consider contacting me today. Supporting you at this time is my sincere desire and I'm here to tell you that there can be change, success and growth to bring forward your best version. I will equip you with tools and support so you not only get by but actually thrive. I look forward to speaking with you!
Sara L. Chalupsky Poore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I specialize in treating depression, panic disorder, anxiety, self-harm, binge eating, and grief. I work collaboratively with clients to provide concrete tools for them to cope in everyday life. I provide an empathetic and a non-judgmental environment coupled with a client-centered approach.
I specialize in treating depression, panic disorder, anxiety, self-harm, binge eating, and grief. I work collaboratively with clients to provide concrete tools for them to cope in everyday life. I provide an empathetic and a non-judgmental environment coupled with a client-centered approach.
Emily Gomez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I have also enjoyed working with people dealing with grief and loss, LGBTQA+, chronic illness, and mood disorders.
Hi, my name is Emily Gomez, LMFT and I have been practicing since 2006. I have worked in a variety of settings and specialties throughout my career, such as outpatient psychiatric, substance abuse recovery, IOP/PHP, and private practice, so I bring an eclectic approach to my work with clients. I believe therapy is a brave and rewarding growth opportunity for those who choose to take the journey!
I have also enjoyed working with people dealing with grief and loss, LGBTQA+, chronic illness, and mood disorders.
Hi, my name is Emily Gomez, LMFT and I have been practicing since 2006. I have worked in a variety of settings and specialties throughout my career, such as outpatient psychiatric, substance abuse recovery, IOP/PHP, and private practice, so I bring an eclectic approach to my work with clients. I believe therapy is a brave and rewarding growth opportunity for those who choose to take the journey!
Audra Wallace, LPCC, Inc.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, NCC, PPS
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Audra is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and National Certified Counselor with a Masters of Science in Counseling. Audra's counseling experience started in North County education in 2002. She has experience working with adolescents, youth with disabilities, adults, families, trauma, grief and loss. As a clinician, Audra creates a safe and supportive environment for her clients by using a person-centered approach with emphases on cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and brief interventions.
Audra is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and National Certified Counselor with a Masters of Science in Counseling. Audra's counseling experience started in North County education in 2002. She has experience working with adolescents, youth with disabilities, adults, families, trauma, grief and loss. As a clinician, Audra creates a safe and supportive environment for her clients by using a person-centered approach with emphases on cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and brief interventions.
Joseph T Jones
Psychologist, PsyD, LEP
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
I serve individuals, families, children and adolescents of all ages in North San Diego County and beyond. Treatment modalities are in cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalytic, rational emotive therapy, transactional analysis, psychoeducational, client centered, grief, gestalt, and existential psychotherapy. With a specialization in psychological testing and therapy for all ages, I am dedicated to addressing a wide range of psychological needs both in person and Online.
I serve individuals, families, children and adolescents of all ages in North San Diego County and beyond. Treatment modalities are in cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalytic, rational emotive therapy, transactional analysis, psychoeducational, client centered, grief, gestalt, and existential psychotherapy. With a specialization in psychological testing and therapy for all ages, I am dedicated to addressing a wide range of psychological needs both in person and Online.
William McMahon
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
I specialize in relationship and rehabilitation issues as well as grief counseling.
I provide my services via TeleTherapy. My area of expertise is assisting people who are struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle and constrained by one or more issues. I can assist you if you're having trouble transitioning through life, whether you're a middle-aged person whose life is changing or a teenager who feels overwhelmed.
I specialize in relationship and rehabilitation issues as well as grief counseling.
I provide my services via TeleTherapy. My area of expertise is assisting people who are struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle and constrained by one or more issues. I can assist you if you're having trouble transitioning through life, whether you're a middle-aged person whose life is changing or a teenager who feels overwhelmed.
Therese Brooks
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
I work with women: daughters, mothers, sisters, aunts, and grandmothers, and the people who desire to enjoy healthy, loving relationships with them. Together we work to develop the insight and skills necessary to experience the pleasure of love. We may explore trauma, loss, grief, anger, repressed desire, lack of vitality, and current challenging relationships. My orientation is analytical, depth/archetypal, and feminist. I am trained to listen for ways in which your own unconscious is your truest guidance. Through this connection you may access hidden aspects of potential. Above all, I am in service to your feminine empowerment.
I work with women: daughters, mothers, sisters, aunts, and grandmothers, and the people who desire to enjoy healthy, loving relationships with them. Together we work to develop the insight and skills necessary to experience the pleasure of love. We may explore trauma, loss, grief, anger, repressed desire, lack of vitality, and current challenging relationships. My orientation is analytical, depth/archetypal, and feminist. I am trained to listen for ways in which your own unconscious is your truest guidance. Through this connection you may access hidden aspects of potential. Above all, I am in service to your feminine empowerment.
Gregory Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I have had the opportunity to work with teens/young adults with issues related to: ADHD, Depression, Oppositional defiance, Anxiety, Adjustment difficulties, Bullying, Grief/Loss, and substance Use.
I have been practicing in the field for 8 years. In that time I have gained experience working with individuals providing treatment for mood disorders, irrational core beliefs, and behavioral difficulties.
I have had the opportunity to work with teens/young adults with issues related to: ADHD, Depression, Oppositional defiance, Anxiety, Adjustment difficulties, Bullying, Grief/Loss, and substance Use.
I have been practicing in the field for 8 years. In that time I have gained experience working with individuals providing treatment for mood disorders, irrational core beliefs, and behavioral difficulties.
Lindsey Schmidt Counseling, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
My specialties also include working with life transitions, trauma, career changes, relationship stressors, managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress management, infidelity, high functioning autism, and parenting.
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
My specialties also include working with life transitions, trauma, career changes, relationship stressors, managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress management, infidelity, high functioning autism, and parenting.
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
Bethany Reddinger
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Themes related to periods of adjustment tend to focus around stress and grief.
I work with individuals and couples who find themselves struggling through difficult life adjustments. Often that work is related to transition into adulthood, career moves, marriage, or break-ups. My passion, training, and clinical experience equip me to address the many adjustments and struggles individuals face related to infertility, pregnancy, pregnancy/child loss, maternal and paternal post-partum period, and parenthood. As a therapist and mother of four, I welcome the opportunity to work with you while we navigate your adjustment.
Themes related to periods of adjustment tend to focus around stress and grief.
I work with individuals and couples who find themselves struggling through difficult life adjustments. Often that work is related to transition into adulthood, career moves, marriage, or break-ups. My passion, training, and clinical experience equip me to address the many adjustments and struggles individuals face related to infertility, pregnancy, pregnancy/child loss, maternal and paternal post-partum period, and parenthood. As a therapist and mother of four, I welcome the opportunity to work with you while we navigate your adjustment.
Amoreena Berg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
I am a licensed MFT who has been in practice for over 15 years. I have extensive experience treating a wide variety of issues and psychological disorders from the most mild to the most severe. I work with adults and adolescents. My approach is warm, positive and compassionate. I can help you to achieve your personal goals, more effectively manage your emotions and stressors and develop strategies that will promote positive self-growth and lead you to and a more satisfying life. My specialties include anxiety and depressive disorders, ADHD, stress management, sleep disorders, crisis counseling, grief counseling, and relationships.
I am a licensed MFT who has been in practice for over 15 years. I have extensive experience treating a wide variety of issues and psychological disorders from the most mild to the most severe. I work with adults and adolescents. My approach is warm, positive and compassionate. I can help you to achieve your personal goals, more effectively manage your emotions and stressors and develop strategies that will promote positive self-growth and lead you to and a more satisfying life. My specialties include anxiety and depressive disorders, ADHD, stress management, sleep disorders, crisis counseling, grief counseling, and relationships.
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Kenji Watanabe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping clients work through issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loss and grief, addictions, relationships issues, life transitions, cross cultural issues, or just a general sense of "stuckness" in life.
Hello my name is Kenji Watanabe, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I focus on providing an engaging, collaborative, and supportive therapy experience. I aim for clients to gain a deeper sense of connection, freedom, and hope within their self and their most significant relationships. I take a client-centered approach, and I believe in the client's own creativity, strengths, and resourcefulness. I value the client's input and personal goals for therapy, and I adjust my therapeutic frameworks and interventions to fit their goals.
I am passionate about helping clients work through issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loss and grief, addictions, relationships issues, life transitions, cross cultural issues, or just a general sense of "stuckness" in life.
Hello my name is Kenji Watanabe, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I focus on providing an engaging, collaborative, and supportive therapy experience. I aim for clients to gain a deeper sense of connection, freedom, and hope within their self and their most significant relationships. I take a client-centered approach, and I believe in the client's own creativity, strengths, and resourcefulness. I value the client's input and personal goals for therapy, and I adjust my therapeutic frameworks and interventions to fit their goals.
Tami Earnhart - Art Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078
Children ages 6-10, dealing with anxiety, grief & loss, transitions, or trauma are my specialty.
You’re worried about your child. You wonder if they need therapy and it’s weighing on you. You’ve tried talking to them, reasoning why their fear doesn’t make sense, but it never seems to make a difference. I help anxious kids & worried parents feel safe and at ease. I get that you just want your child to feel more carefree and express themselves more confidently. Today, you’re searching for a child therapist because you know if you don’t get help, nothing is going to change for your child. And something has got to change. I understand.
Children ages 6-10, dealing with anxiety, grief & loss, transitions, or trauma are my specialty.
You’re worried about your child. You wonder if they need therapy and it’s weighing on you. You’ve tried talking to them, reasoning why their fear doesn’t make sense, but it never seems to make a difference. I help anxious kids & worried parents feel safe and at ease. I get that you just want your child to feel more carefree and express themselves more confidently. Today, you’re searching for a child therapist because you know if you don’t get help, nothing is going to change for your child. And something has got to change. I understand.
Rachel Dezember
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, and grief.
Hello, I have my License in Clinical Social Work and have provided therapy since 2006. I received my undergraduate degree at UCSB and attended graduate school at San Diego State. I have a background in working with adolescents, adults, and older adults in medical, mental health, and group home settings. I am motivated to help you better whatever situation is leading you to seek mental health treatment. I look forward to meeting you soon! Warmly, Rachel
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, and grief.
Hello, I have my License in Clinical Social Work and have provided therapy since 2006. I received my undergraduate degree at UCSB and attended graduate school at San Diego State. I have a background in working with adolescents, adults, and older adults in medical, mental health, and group home settings. I am motivated to help you better whatever situation is leading you to seek mental health treatment. I look forward to meeting you soon! Warmly, Rachel
Beth Kolakoski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
My name is Beth Leigh Kolakoski and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Marin County, California. In a supportive and empathetic environment, issues such as grief and loss, sadness/depression, anxiety, life transitions, personal growth, low self-esteem, trauma, chronic pain, ADHD difficulties, as well as parent struggles, can be addressed through a strength-based and solution-oriented approach. I specialize in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, sadness/depression, grief and loss, major life transitions, shame, neurodivergent differences, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and parent struggles.
My name is Beth Leigh Kolakoski and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Marin County, California. In a supportive and empathetic environment, issues such as grief and loss, sadness/depression, anxiety, life transitions, personal growth, low self-esteem, trauma, chronic pain, ADHD difficulties, as well as parent struggles, can be addressed through a strength-based and solution-oriented approach. I specialize in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, sadness/depression, grief and loss, major life transitions, shame, neurodivergent differences, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and parent struggles.
Jordan Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Kathryn Sanguinetti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
My name is Kathy Sanguinetti and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am a humanistic and psychodynamic therapist who uses various modalities to help people become more connected to their true selves. I bring an open-minded and nonjudgmental approach and meet people where they are. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship problems.
My name is Kathy Sanguinetti and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am a humanistic and psychodynamic therapist who uses various modalities to help people become more connected to their true selves. I bring an open-minded and nonjudgmental approach and meet people where they are. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship problems.
Gina Bongiorno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
You've been thinking about finding a therapist but haven't had a chance to prioritize your self-care. You may have noticed excuses getting in the way of making a change. Perhaps you feel out of control with food, relationships or behaviors. Disordered eating, anxiety, addictions and other difficult to manage behaviors are common side effects of unresolved pain, complicated grief and invalidated emotions. Together we will explore how to move away from unhealthy patterns and into a more fulfilling, meaningful life.
You've been thinking about finding a therapist but haven't had a chance to prioritize your self-care. You may have noticed excuses getting in the way of making a change. Perhaps you feel out of control with food, relationships or behaviors. Disordered eating, anxiety, addictions and other difficult to manage behaviors are common side effects of unresolved pain, complicated grief and invalidated emotions. Together we will explore how to move away from unhealthy patterns and into a more fulfilling, meaningful life.
Laurette Lipman
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about helping guide my clients through their personal journey towards healing and growth, and ultimately to find their own happiness and inner peace.
I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about helping guide my clients through their personal journey towards healing and growth, and ultimately to find their own happiness and inner peace.
Stephanie Dorsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Even in the darkest places in life there is hope. Hope of healing, a new tomorrow, true peace, and a life well lived. I know you may have endured abuse, addiction, loss, or other trauma. I want you to know that tomorrow can be different than today. I know that change is possible if you are willing to do the work to make that change happen. My goal is to come along side each client I see and assist you through your journey towards true peace and hope.
Even in the darkest places in life there is hope. Hope of healing, a new tomorrow, true peace, and a life well lived. I know you may have endured abuse, addiction, loss, or other trauma. I want you to know that tomorrow can be different than today. I know that change is possible if you are willing to do the work to make that change happen. My goal is to come along side each client I see and assist you through your journey towards true peace and hope.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.