Grief Therapists in Brentwood, CA
Welcome, my name is Faradebah (Fara)! I work with individuals who are carrying the weight of trauma, life transitions, and deeply rooted emotional experiences that can feel hard to put into words. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, unseen, or disconnected from themselves—often after years of prioritizing others, navigating cultural expectations, or surviving environments where their needs were not fully acknowledged. In our work together, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive space where you can begin to feel safe, heard, and understood.
Welcome, my name is Faradebah (Fara)! I work with individuals who are carrying the weight of trauma, life transitions, and deeply rooted emotional experiences that can feel hard to put into words. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, unseen, or disconnected from themselves—often after years of prioritizing others, navigating cultural expectations, or surviving environments where their needs were not fully acknowledged. In our work together, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive space where you can begin to feel safe, heard, and understood.
I work with adults who are ready to heal from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and difficult experiences that continue to affect their sense of safety and well-being. Many of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated that they “know” they are safe but still don’t feel safe. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, and other trauma-focused approaches, I help clients process what happened, reconnect with themselves, and develop a greater sense of safety, calm, and freedom in their lives.
I work with adults who are ready to heal from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and difficult experiences that continue to affect their sense of safety and well-being. Many of my clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated that they “know” they are safe but still don’t feel safe. Using EMDR, Brainspotting, and other trauma-focused approaches, I help clients process what happened, reconnect with themselves, and develop a greater sense of safety, calm, and freedom in their lives.
I'm a trauma-focused psychologist working with teens and adults (13-65), specializing in helping clients move through overwhelming epxerinces and feel more in conrol of their lives. I am certfieid in Trauma-Focused COgnitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and COgnitive Processing Therapy (CPT). My internship and postdoctoral training were spent at UC Davis Children's Hospital, where I developed an expertise in treating trauma across ages and levels of need.
I'm a trauma-focused psychologist working with teens and adults (13-65), specializing in helping clients move through overwhelming epxerinces and feel more in conrol of their lives. I am certfieid in Trauma-Focused COgnitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and COgnitive Processing Therapy (CPT). My internship and postdoctoral training were spent at UC Davis Children's Hospital, where I developed an expertise in treating trauma across ages and levels of need.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and although I have been trained in the Rogerian model (interchangeable empathy), I have found that not all clients respond to this model. In my practice, I believe the slogan, "one size fits all" is a misnomer...one size fits one (is my belief). I believe in using a therapeutic model (or models) that will help bring about change and growth for my client. I have found this type of flexibility allows the client to become a better, healthier, and more productive version of themself.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and although I have been trained in the Rogerian model (interchangeable empathy), I have found that not all clients respond to this model. In my practice, I believe the slogan, "one size fits all" is a misnomer...one size fits one (is my belief). I believe in using a therapeutic model (or models) that will help bring about change and growth for my client. I have found this type of flexibility allows the client to become a better, healthier, and more productive version of themself.
I am a certified Grief and Loss professional, and I also speak Persian (Farsi)
The privilege of working with clients is the way each individual strength and barrier is presented in a session. An ideal client is one who is open to the therapeutic process and recognizes the art of healing through time, directed interventions and collaboration. Therapy and the therapist are tools, meant to magnify your process and highlight the route in feeling cared for and attended to with me. I do not require the "perfect" client, I seek the curious wonderment that recognizes the wisdom in their pain but open to the hope in their heart.
I am a certified Grief and Loss professional, and I also speak Persian (Farsi)
The privilege of working with clients is the way each individual strength and barrier is presented in a session. An ideal client is one who is open to the therapeutic process and recognizes the art of healing through time, directed interventions and collaboration. Therapy and the therapist are tools, meant to magnify your process and highlight the route in feeling cared for and attended to with me. I do not require the "perfect" client, I seek the curious wonderment that recognizes the wisdom in their pain but open to the hope in their heart.
My key areas of interest and experience are anxiety, grief, couples dynamics, family of origin impact, life transitions, relational challenges, and trauma history.
I work with adolescents and young adults with anxiety and life transitions, mid-life+ and life transitions, grief and complicated grief, healing from trauma history, and couples.
My key areas of interest and experience are anxiety, grief, couples dynamics, family of origin impact, life transitions, relational challenges, and trauma history.
I work with adolescents and young adults with anxiety and life transitions, mid-life+ and life transitions, grief and complicated grief, healing from trauma history, and couples.
Many of the people I work with are used to being the one others rely on—capable, thoughtful, and steady—yet still feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally exhausted beneath the surface.
I take a collaborative, grounded approach that focuses on helping you make sense of your inner experience while also supporting meaningful shifts in your daily life. Together, we’ll sort through what’s been coming up for you, build a clearer understanding of your patterns, and identify ways to move forward that feel more steady and aligned.
Many of the people I work with are used to being the one others rely on—capable, thoughtful, and steady—yet still feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally exhausted beneath the surface.
I take a collaborative, grounded approach that focuses on helping you make sense of your inner experience while also supporting meaningful shifts in your daily life. Together, we’ll sort through what’s been coming up for you, build a clearer understanding of your patterns, and identify ways to move forward that feel more steady and aligned.
Perhaps you’re navigating grief, trauma, motherhood, relationship strain, burnout, or a life transition that has changed you.
I specialize in profound grief, trauma, and major life transitions. In therapy, I offer 60 or 90 minute depth oriented, somatic, trauma informed sessions for healing and integration. In coaching, I provide biweekly extended sessions with between session support to create meaningful forward movement. My work honors your pain while helping build the future.
Perhaps you’re navigating grief, trauma, motherhood, relationship strain, burnout, or a life transition that has changed you.
I specialize in profound grief, trauma, and major life transitions. In therapy, I offer 60 or 90 minute depth oriented, somatic, trauma informed sessions for healing and integration. In coaching, I provide biweekly extended sessions with between session support to create meaningful forward movement. My work honors your pain while helping build the future.
Christina Garcia, LMFT Client-Centered/ Humanistic Approach. I like to say, "We are all a little crazy in our own ways and need others to connect with". Being able to learn what makes you, "crazy" can be valuable to learn how to connect to your outer world. I use an eclectic model of therapy with my main focuses being Client-Centered/ Humanistic, CBT, and mindfulness.
Christina Garcia, LMFT Client-Centered/ Humanistic Approach. I like to say, "We are all a little crazy in our own ways and need others to connect with". Being able to learn what makes you, "crazy" can be valuable to learn how to connect to your outer world. I use an eclectic model of therapy with my main focuses being Client-Centered/ Humanistic, CBT, and mindfulness.
My therapeutic mantra is "Let's talk about it." As easy as that sounds, it can actually be one of the hardest things to do. I have worked with clients of all ages, and it is a unilateral experience at every stage of life where we ask ourselves "Who can I talk to about this?" This is where I step in. I ask hard questions with care and respect to help you find and listen to your voice.
My therapeutic mantra is "Let's talk about it." As easy as that sounds, it can actually be one of the hardest things to do. I have worked with clients of all ages, and it is a unilateral experience at every stage of life where we ask ourselves "Who can I talk to about this?" This is where I step in. I ask hard questions with care and respect to help you find and listen to your voice.
I use a variety of therapies in my practice, including Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Acceptance and commitment therapy , grief work and others depending on the client's needs.
Hello and welcome! I know it can be a difficult decision to start therapy and I applaud your decision. I work with adult and older adult clients with a variety of issues, including relationships, depression, chronic illness and life transitions. Everyone needs a little help at times and therapy can be a very rewarding way to meet your needs and move toward your personal goals. Sessions are tailored around your needs and goals and help you to grow toward your best self.
I use a variety of therapies in my practice, including Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Acceptance and commitment therapy , grief work and others depending on the client's needs.
Hello and welcome! I know it can be a difficult decision to start therapy and I applaud your decision. I work with adult and older adult clients with a variety of issues, including relationships, depression, chronic illness and life transitions. Everyone needs a little help at times and therapy can be a very rewarding way to meet your needs and move toward your personal goals. Sessions are tailored around your needs and goals and help you to grow toward your best self.
My scope of expertise includes trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. My passion is to work with individuals to transform life’s difficulties into opportunities for personal growth and insight. My approach is collaborative while providing a safe space to foster good therapeutic work. I am a trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and apply Psychotherapy approaches complementary to individual clients and their needs. These approaches include EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
My scope of expertise includes trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. My passion is to work with individuals to transform life’s difficulties into opportunities for personal growth and insight. My approach is collaborative while providing a safe space to foster good therapeutic work. I am a trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and apply Psychotherapy approaches complementary to individual clients and their needs. These approaches include EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surface and cause disruption in relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection, and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients and families toward their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their goals.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surface and cause disruption in relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection, and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients and families toward their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their goals.
Many people struggling with compulsive sexual behavior feel trapped in secrecy, shame, and isolation. You may fear being “found out” while also feeling unable to stop behaviors that are hurting you or your relationships. Or perhaps you are the partner of someone struggling with sexual addiction and feel betrayed, angry, or confused. You are not alone, and healing is possible.
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), I help individuals and couples understand the deeper emotional pain that often drives these behaviors, including trauma, loneliness, anxiety, and shame.
Many people struggling with compulsive sexual behavior feel trapped in secrecy, shame, and isolation. You may fear being “found out” while also feeling unable to stop behaviors that are hurting you or your relationships. Or perhaps you are the partner of someone struggling with sexual addiction and feel betrayed, angry, or confused. You are not alone, and healing is possible.
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), I help individuals and couples understand the deeper emotional pain that often drives these behaviors, including trauma, loneliness, anxiety, and shame.
Hello and welcome. Today you are one step closer to a new you. Feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. By applying complementary therapy techniques, as well as over 15 years of experience, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. Please call or email me for a brief consultation. I can also refer you my staff.
Hello and welcome. Today you are one step closer to a new you. Feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. By applying complementary therapy techniques, as well as over 15 years of experience, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. Please call or email me for a brief consultation. I can also refer you my staff.
It is my goal to help people improve their most important relationships. In my practice, I provide a compassionate, collaborative space for individuals ages 13 and up, as well as couples, who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves and the people they love.
My approach balances deep healing with practical, everyday relief. We won't just talk about the problems; we will actively work to change how they live in your mind and body using proven, evidence-based tools. I am trained and certified in EMDR to safely reprocess traumatic or painful memories so they lose their power over your present life.
It is my goal to help people improve their most important relationships. In my practice, I provide a compassionate, collaborative space for individuals ages 13 and up, as well as couples, who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves and the people they love.
My approach balances deep healing with practical, everyday relief. We won't just talk about the problems; we will actively work to change how they live in your mind and body using proven, evidence-based tools. I am trained and certified in EMDR to safely reprocess traumatic or painful memories so they lose their power over your present life.
Hello/Hola. I’m Marco Godinez, a licensed marriage and family therapist based in the Bay Area. I teach and counsel at my local community college as a tenured professor in sociology, psychology, and counseling. I have over twenty years of experience specializing in career choices, educational goals, clinical health, family dynamics, parenting, relationship challenges, addressing loneliness, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, the LGBT+ community, cultural issues, and personal issues.
Hello/Hola. I’m Marco Godinez, a licensed marriage and family therapist based in the Bay Area. I teach and counsel at my local community college as a tenured professor in sociology, psychology, and counseling. I have over twenty years of experience specializing in career choices, educational goals, clinical health, family dynamics, parenting, relationship challenges, addressing loneliness, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, the LGBT+ community, cultural issues, and personal issues.
Therapy can be intimidating as it's one of the more intimate activities you will engage in. Of course, how could it not be; you walk into a room with a stranger, expecting to discuss in detail your inner thoughts, emotions, & current stressors. For therapy to work it's important you feel safe, welcomed & confident in your therapist. I can be that therapist for you. I will provide you & your family a warm, nurturing environment where you can begin to address your needs without fear of judgement or ridicule as we begin your journey toward healing.
Therapy can be intimidating as it's one of the more intimate activities you will engage in. Of course, how could it not be; you walk into a room with a stranger, expecting to discuss in detail your inner thoughts, emotions, & current stressors. For therapy to work it's important you feel safe, welcomed & confident in your therapist. I can be that therapist for you. I will provide you & your family a warm, nurturing environment where you can begin to address your needs without fear of judgement or ridicule as we begin your journey toward healing.
Our thoughts, emotions and actions are all connected. During periods of high stress, negative thoughts and overwhelming emotion can cause dysfunction in our daily lives. Therapy can support you in reframing negative thoughts, so you can better manage your emotional experience and thus, change harmful actions toward yourself and others. My experience includes working with adolescents, teens, families and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, relationships and behavioral problems. I believe that therapy is a collaborative partnership between the client and therapist.
Our thoughts, emotions and actions are all connected. During periods of high stress, negative thoughts and overwhelming emotion can cause dysfunction in our daily lives. Therapy can support you in reframing negative thoughts, so you can better manage your emotional experience and thus, change harmful actions toward yourself and others. My experience includes working with adolescents, teens, families and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, relationships and behavioral problems. I believe that therapy is a collaborative partnership between the client and therapist.
i provide virtual counseling, mental-health assessment, and immigration services in English and Spanish.
i provide virtual counseling, mental-health assessment, and immigration services in English and Spanish.
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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.