Grief Therapists in Dana Point, CA
I specialize in working with grief, depression, insomnia (disordered sleeping), ADHD and difficulties with communication with couples and families.
The key to successful therapy is feeling understood- We will typically work together to arrive at a mutual understanding of your experiences and how they tie into patterns of thoughts, behaviors, feelings, needs, and interactions with others. When -You- feel Understood, this is an indication that we are on the right track.
I specialize in working with grief, depression, insomnia (disordered sleeping), ADHD and difficulties with communication with couples and families.
The key to successful therapy is feeling understood- We will typically work together to arrive at a mutual understanding of your experiences and how they tie into patterns of thoughts, behaviors, feelings, needs, and interactions with others. When -You- feel Understood, this is an indication that we are on the right track.
If you have a child, teenager, or emerging adult who is struggling with hurt, grief, anxiety, or any other burden that appears heavy on their heart, I am here to help. It is my desire to create a space for clients to feel safe and heard within the counseling room. I believe that deep healing and change occur through a genuine and honest relationship with a caring counselor. You are warmly welcomed here.
If you have a child, teenager, or emerging adult who is struggling with hurt, grief, anxiety, or any other burden that appears heavy on their heart, I am here to help. It is my desire to create a space for clients to feel safe and heard within the counseling room. I believe that deep healing and change occur through a genuine and honest relationship with a caring counselor. You are warmly welcomed here.
I provide individual therapy to increase your ability to cope with life's stressors including adulting, job changes (workplace bullying, termination, promotion, new career), trauma and complex PTSD, grief due to a death or other loss, including loss of a pet, chronic health issues, relationships (current, extramarital, separation/divorce), and other life changes (empty nest, aging, retirement, menopause, midlife crisis) so you can successfully transition to the next stage.
What if . . . you could talk to someone who really understands what you're saying. Someone who listens, someone who asks the right questions, someone who has the experience, skills and expertise to collaborate with you so you can change things and move forward.
I provide individual therapy to increase your ability to cope with life's stressors including adulting, job changes (workplace bullying, termination, promotion, new career), trauma and complex PTSD, grief due to a death or other loss, including loss of a pet, chronic health issues, relationships (current, extramarital, separation/divorce), and other life changes (empty nest, aging, retirement, menopause, midlife crisis) so you can successfully transition to the next stage.
What if . . . you could talk to someone who really understands what you're saying. Someone who listens, someone who asks the right questions, someone who has the experience, skills and expertise to collaborate with you so you can change things and move forward.
Are you struggling with anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, loss or grief?
I offer evidence based and holistic therapeutic strategies including cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing. Many of my clients benefit from beach walk sessions where they can energize, release stress, and experience greater insight from their sessions.
Are you struggling with anxiety/panic, depression, trauma, loss or grief?
I offer evidence based and holistic therapeutic strategies including cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing. Many of my clients benefit from beach walk sessions where they can energize, release stress, and experience greater insight from their sessions.
I specialize in helping teens and adults with trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-worth issues, identity exploration, relationships, and grief/ loss.
I help you create a safe & nonjudgmental space where you can explore the issues that are keeping you stuck, unfulfilled, or feeling lost. Through our work you will be able to reduce your distress, harness your inner strengths, know yourself more deeply, improve your relationships, and gain meaningful insights into your current struggles.
I specialize in helping teens and adults with trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-worth issues, identity exploration, relationships, and grief/ loss.
I help you create a safe & nonjudgmental space where you can explore the issues that are keeping you stuck, unfulfilled, or feeling lost. Through our work you will be able to reduce your distress, harness your inner strengths, know yourself more deeply, improve your relationships, and gain meaningful insights into your current struggles.
I have treated ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, divorce, and trauma.
In the course of my career I have identified that I especially love working with Individuals ages 20-55, children ages 10-17. Prefer to work with adolescent clients. Adolescents would be my first choice, children second and adults third.
I have treated ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, divorce, and trauma.
In the course of my career I have identified that I especially love working with Individuals ages 20-55, children ages 10-17. Prefer to work with adolescent clients. Adolescents would be my first choice, children second and adults third.
Hello, I'm Kathleen Mates-Youngman, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Author, International Speaker, & Yoga Teacher. I specialize in Couples Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Parenting, & Life Transitions, and the author of best-selling, Couples Therapy Workbook, & Family Therapy Workbook. I am licensed in California and Texas, and offer in person as well as virtual sessions. I have been married for 38 years, and we are the parents of three children and four grandchildren. This life experience combined with my expertise allows me to connect with clients, and help them through challenges and to achieve their goals.
Hello, I'm Kathleen Mates-Youngman, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Author, International Speaker, & Yoga Teacher. I specialize in Couples Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Parenting, & Life Transitions, and the author of best-selling, Couples Therapy Workbook, & Family Therapy Workbook. I am licensed in California and Texas, and offer in person as well as virtual sessions. I have been married for 38 years, and we are the parents of three children and four grandchildren. This life experience combined with my expertise allows me to connect with clients, and help them through challenges and to achieve their goals.
I have experience working with individuals with grief, loss, trauma, substance abuse, previous incarceration, chronic medical issues, and family relational issues.
I have 30 years of experience working with a variety of inpatient and outpatient clients who have experienced psychological stressors, grief, chronic mental health issues and trauma using multiple modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic approaches, Developmental Trauma Treatment and strong listening skills.
I have experience working with individuals with grief, loss, trauma, substance abuse, previous incarceration, chronic medical issues, and family relational issues.
I have 30 years of experience working with a variety of inpatient and outpatient clients who have experienced psychological stressors, grief, chronic mental health issues and trauma using multiple modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic approaches, Developmental Trauma Treatment and strong listening skills.
Clients looking for help with relationship difficulties, depression or anxiety, Parenting issues, life transitions, grief, feelings of emptiness, stress management, and compulsive behaviors can learn to take back control, change faulty thinking, and make the steps necessary to lead more fulfilling lives and relationships.
Sometimes life hands you situations that pop the lid off your typical ability to manage. You may need to learn some new skills and have an experienced objective perspective to get to feeling better about your life and relationships. That's where I can help. My cooperative approach to therapy is individually tailored to work with you to give you the support you need, teach you new skills, and provide feedback that can help you make changes.
Clients looking for help with relationship difficulties, depression or anxiety, Parenting issues, life transitions, grief, feelings of emptiness, stress management, and compulsive behaviors can learn to take back control, change faulty thinking, and make the steps necessary to lead more fulfilling lives and relationships.
Sometimes life hands you situations that pop the lid off your typical ability to manage. You may need to learn some new skills and have an experienced objective perspective to get to feeling better about your life and relationships. That's where I can help. My cooperative approach to therapy is individually tailored to work with you to give you the support you need, teach you new skills, and provide feedback that can help you make changes.
Life can be hard, change is hard, loss is hard
For years, I have focused on supporting caregivers through their own experiences related to parenting a child with disabilities and/or medical complexities. I have a deep empathy and understanding for the complex nature of this parenting journey and am extremely passionate about working with this unique population.
Life can be hard, change is hard, loss is hard
For years, I have focused on supporting caregivers through their own experiences related to parenting a child with disabilities and/or medical complexities. I have a deep empathy and understanding for the complex nature of this parenting journey and am extremely passionate about working with this unique population.
I often work with clients facing anxiety, depression, and complicated grief.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? You're not alone- and healing is possible. I'm deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenging situations and move toward growth and emotional well-being. My approach focuses on exploring how past experiences shape present patterns, identifying what no longer serves you, and fostering healing in a safe, supportive environment. I believe meaningful change happens through authentic connection. When we feel seen, heard, and supported, we gain the strength to face life's most difficult moments and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
I often work with clients facing anxiety, depression, and complicated grief.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? You're not alone- and healing is possible. I'm deeply passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenging situations and move toward growth and emotional well-being. My approach focuses on exploring how past experiences shape present patterns, identifying what no longer serves you, and fostering healing in a safe, supportive environment. I believe meaningful change happens through authentic connection. When we feel seen, heard, and supported, we gain the strength to face life's most difficult moments and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
I am certified in treating trauma, PTSD and grief with the use of EMDR.
EMDR is an effective way to relieve the anxiety and depression associated with trauma. It is also helpful in releasing old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer useful in order to experience a better quality of life. It is effective in treating the root causes of addiction, reinforcing recovery and preventing relapse.
I am certified in treating trauma, PTSD and grief with the use of EMDR.
EMDR is an effective way to relieve the anxiety and depression associated with trauma. It is also helpful in releasing old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer useful in order to experience a better quality of life. It is effective in treating the root causes of addiction, reinforcing recovery and preventing relapse.
I work well with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, aging, and other challenges.
I graduated from U.C. Berkeley in psychology and was awarded Phi Beta Kappa. I attended Fuller Graduate School of Psychology for six years where I obtained my Ph.D. in clinical psychology. I did internships at L.A. County/USC Medical Center and the VA hospital in Long Beach. But most importantly, I strive to be empathetic and caring in my work with others.
I work well with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, aging, and other challenges.
I graduated from U.C. Berkeley in psychology and was awarded Phi Beta Kappa. I attended Fuller Graduate School of Psychology for six years where I obtained my Ph.D. in clinical psychology. I did internships at L.A. County/USC Medical Center and the VA hospital in Long Beach. But most importantly, I strive to be empathetic and caring in my work with others.
I have worked with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, identity, sexuality, gender, addiction, OCD, PTSD, and grief and loss.
I also make it a point to maintain cultural competency so you do not have to go through the emotional labor of explaining the fundamentals of racial, sexual, and gender dynamics to me. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to facilitate a holistic and highly integrative experience.
I have worked with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, identity, sexuality, gender, addiction, OCD, PTSD, and grief and loss.
I also make it a point to maintain cultural competency so you do not have to go through the emotional labor of explaining the fundamentals of racial, sexual, and gender dynamics to me. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to facilitate a holistic and highly integrative experience.
I have been helping patients deal with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, infertility, grief, and adjustment issues for 30 years.
I help patients improve their mood, anxiety symptoms, and coping skills by working on their thoughts and behaviors. Also, I have several amazing (doctoral) associates in my practice that offer similar specialties as well as other specialties.
I have been helping patients deal with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, infertility, grief, and adjustment issues for 30 years.
I help patients improve their mood, anxiety symptoms, and coping skills by working on their thoughts and behaviors. Also, I have several amazing (doctoral) associates in my practice that offer similar specialties as well as other specialties.
Bereavement issues and grief counseling also available.
As a Bible scholar, I provide Christian counseling for those who prefer a Scriptural approach to their issues with the Truth from the Bible. I maintain a keen awareness of innovative techniques and evidence-based methodology in social work and psychology in my practice.
Bereavement issues and grief counseling also available.
As a Bible scholar, I provide Christian counseling for those who prefer a Scriptural approach to their issues with the Truth from the Bible. I maintain a keen awareness of innovative techniques and evidence-based methodology in social work and psychology in my practice.
I am honored to work with those going through life-stage changes, difficult medical crisis, and grief; areas of emphasis in my practice.
I am passionate about walking alongside individuals and couples on their path of self-understanding, healing and wholeness. By creating a space that feels safe and comfortable, I provide a peaceful place to explore life's challenging circumstances, recognize areas of growth, develop self-acceptance, and lean into strengths. I am certified in Restoration Therapy, By discovering the "how and why" of emotional triggers that highjack relationships , the cycles that repeat themselves can undergo lasting change toward healing and healthy relationships.
I am honored to work with those going through life-stage changes, difficult medical crisis, and grief; areas of emphasis in my practice.
I am passionate about walking alongside individuals and couples on their path of self-understanding, healing and wholeness. By creating a space that feels safe and comfortable, I provide a peaceful place to explore life's challenging circumstances, recognize areas of growth, develop self-acceptance, and lean into strengths. I am certified in Restoration Therapy, By discovering the "how and why" of emotional triggers that highjack relationships , the cycles that repeat themselves can undergo lasting change toward healing and healthy relationships.
I typically work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, college life, relationship/dating issues, grief, family problems, women's issues, low self-esteem, codependency, and more.
My name is Karen Smith, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in both California (LMFT138686) and Arizona (LMFT-16247), who is passionate about helping clients discover, or rediscover, their inner strength, and heal anything that is unresolved. My approach to providing therapy is taking a look at the whole picture, including the client's childhood, worldview, and current problem areas, and clearing out anything that could be holding them back from happiness and peace. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, Psychoanalysis, and more, to uncover what led to the current undesirable thoughts and behaviors.
I typically work with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, college life, relationship/dating issues, grief, family problems, women's issues, low self-esteem, codependency, and more.
My name is Karen Smith, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in both California (LMFT138686) and Arizona (LMFT-16247), who is passionate about helping clients discover, or rediscover, their inner strength, and heal anything that is unresolved. My approach to providing therapy is taking a look at the whole picture, including the client's childhood, worldview, and current problem areas, and clearing out anything that could be holding them back from happiness and peace. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, Psychoanalysis, and more, to uncover what led to the current undesirable thoughts and behaviors.
Individual specialities include depression, anxiety, grief recovery and women's issues.
I use a combination of approaches including behavioral, CBT, solution focused and person centered. I assist clients in reaching their personal and professional goals by providing specific directions, tasks and solutions to help them move forward in more productive ways. I use positive psychology in my practice because of it strength-based approach.
Individual specialities include depression, anxiety, grief recovery and women's issues.
I use a combination of approaches including behavioral, CBT, solution focused and person centered. I assist clients in reaching their personal and professional goals by providing specific directions, tasks and solutions to help them move forward in more productive ways. I use positive psychology in my practice because of it strength-based approach.
My practice includes working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, aging and bereavement.
I am a firm believer in the integration of holistic approaches that speak to mind, body and spirit. I enjoy integrating modalities such as mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, and visualizations with traditional Cognitive Behavioral and Person Centered therapy. The goal is to support emotional growth and a sense of well-being and self-compassion.
My practice includes working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, aging and bereavement.
I am a firm believer in the integration of holistic approaches that speak to mind, body and spirit. I enjoy integrating modalities such as mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, and visualizations with traditional Cognitive Behavioral and Person Centered therapy. The goal is to support emotional growth and a sense of well-being and self-compassion.
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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.