Grief Therapists in Dana Point, CA
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and issues with sleep.
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.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and issues with sleep.
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.
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.
Change is an inevitable part of life. The lack of change or too much change can overwhelm us and derail our growth. No one escapes hardship and stress. During these times we need the trust, respect, and empathy of an impartial professional especially when family and friends are just too close to the matter. With more than 20 years of clinical practice, I've found that the healthier person reaches out for help beyond their immediate sphere. I see myself as a guide facilitating my patients' healthy risk taking and helping them manifest their visions for a better future.
Change is an inevitable part of life. The lack of change or too much change can overwhelm us and derail our growth. No one escapes hardship and stress. During these times we need the trust, respect, and empathy of an impartial professional especially when family and friends are just too close to the matter. With more than 20 years of clinical practice, I've found that the healthier person reaches out for help beyond their immediate sphere. I see myself as a guide facilitating my patients' healthy risk taking and helping them manifest their visions for a better future.
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.
I am a mental health therapist and have been working in the field for over 10 years. I have a wide range of experience that includes, but is not limited to, working with: depression, anxiety, issues in their primary relationship or family of origin issues, phobias, trauma, and infidelity. My approach is client-centered, which means I am open to whatever the client brings up in therapy.
I am a mental health therapist and have been working in the field for over 10 years. I have a wide range of experience that includes, but is not limited to, working with: depression, anxiety, issues in their primary relationship or family of origin issues, phobias, trauma, and infidelity. My approach is client-centered, which means I am open to whatever the client brings up in therapy.
Perhaps you’ve noticed things from your past start to resurface after a loss or sudden change, causing your self-esteem and relationships to suffer.
Offering a relaxed & calm space, I utilize a relationally-focused, humanistic approach in my work with adults, elderly, and teens, who struggle with mood disorders, divorce, grief, stage of life adjustments, and self-esteem. Our collaborative relationship will help us work as a team as we confront issues at a comfortable pace that works best for you.
Perhaps you’ve noticed things from your past start to resurface after a loss or sudden change, causing your self-esteem and relationships to suffer.
Offering a relaxed & calm space, I utilize a relationally-focused, humanistic approach in my work with adults, elderly, and teens, who struggle with mood disorders, divorce, grief, stage of life adjustments, and self-esteem. Our collaborative relationship will help us work as a team as we confront issues at a comfortable pace that works best for you.
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.
Having a difficult time with loss, mood disturbances, or ,major life transitions?
My goal is to provide high quality client-centered care, utilizing a humanistic approach. I am focused on validating my client's life experiences and providing a safe and non-judgmental space to share. I also believe in holistic point of view and integrative care of body, mind, and spirit.
Having a difficult time with loss, mood disturbances, or ,major life transitions?
My goal is to provide high quality client-centered care, utilizing a humanistic approach. I am focused on validating my client's life experiences and providing a safe and non-judgmental space to share. I also believe in holistic point of view and integrative care of body, mind, and spirit.
I have been in practice in the area for over 40 years, working with a very diverse population, including individual's, adults, adolescents, and couples with a wide variety of concerns and complex life challenges. I taught for 28 years, first as an associate professor of psychology at Marymount College, and have taught graduate courses at Loyola Marymount University and Pepperdine University. Twice, I have been the recipient of the Lampert Award from Pacificare Behavioral Health, which quantifies client outcomes. In effect, my therapeutic effectiveness has been ranked in the top one percent of over 10,000 participating therapists.
I have been in practice in the area for over 40 years, working with a very diverse population, including individual's, adults, adolescents, and couples with a wide variety of concerns and complex life challenges. I taught for 28 years, first as an associate professor of psychology at Marymount College, and have taught graduate courses at Loyola Marymount University and Pepperdine University. Twice, I have been the recipient of the Lampert Award from Pacificare Behavioral Health, which quantifies client outcomes. In effect, my therapeutic effectiveness has been ranked in the top one percent of over 10,000 participating therapists.
My focus is on patients who are suffering from mild to moderate Depression, Anxiety, Grief, and Life Stressors.
Hello, my name is Amy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with individuals struggling with life stressors and learning to apply coping skills and processing methods to healing and growth in their lives.
My focus is on patients who are suffering from mild to moderate Depression, Anxiety, Grief, and Life Stressors.
Hello, my name is Amy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with individuals struggling with life stressors and learning to apply coping skills and processing methods to healing and growth in their lives.
Maybe there’s something you’re tired of carrying: a traumatic experience, painful loss, relationship wound, or memory you understand but still can’t seem to move past.
EMDR intensives give us a longer, focused block of time to work on a specific experience, memory, or pattern without stopping just as we get into the work. Intensives can be especially helpful when you want to address trauma, grief, relationship wounds, or experiences from your past that continue to affect your life today.
Maybe there’s something you’re tired of carrying: a traumatic experience, painful loss, relationship wound, or memory you understand but still can’t seem to move past.
EMDR intensives give us a longer, focused block of time to work on a specific experience, memory, or pattern without stopping just as we get into the work. Intensives can be especially helpful when you want to address trauma, grief, relationship wounds, or experiences from your past that continue to affect your life today.
Whether you experience anxiety, grief, trauma, or interpersonal challenges, I am mindful of the vital influence of one's environment, culture, family system, and identity.
I began my career in academia, first as a Secondary Teacher, then as a Professor and Director of Education at Yale University and Barnard College at Columbia University. In these roles, I led teams in under-resourced communities domestically and internationally with a focus on mental and emotional health, family and community systems, and equity.
Whether you experience anxiety, grief, trauma, or interpersonal challenges, I am mindful of the vital influence of one's environment, culture, family system, and identity.
I began my career in academia, first as a Secondary Teacher, then as a Professor and Director of Education at Yale University and Barnard College at Columbia University. In these roles, I led teams in under-resourced communities domestically and internationally with a focus on mental and emotional health, family and community systems, and equity.
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.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
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.
Certified in DBT and EMDR providing individual and group therapy to help with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, self destructive behaviors, childhood trauma, that is impacting your adult life. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods including Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused therapy, Trauma focused, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) .
Certified in DBT and EMDR providing individual and group therapy to help with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, self destructive behaviors, childhood trauma, that is impacting your adult life. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods including Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused therapy, Trauma focused, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) .
Focus on creating a secure bond with your partner. My goal as a therapist is to support couples on the adventure of finding their way to each other. Connect with yourself and your partner as you both find insights into your relationship.
Focus on creating a secure bond with your partner. My goal as a therapist is to support couples on the adventure of finding their way to each other. Connect with yourself and your partner as you both find insights into your relationship.
Hi! I'm Kevin Flynn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience helping people overcome anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, and major mental illness. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and good old-fashioned listening skills to help you feel understood and to more fully understand yourself. I'm familiar with 12-Step Recovery, psychiatric medications, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other approaches to helping others.
Hi! I'm Kevin Flynn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience helping people overcome anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, and major mental illness. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and good old-fashioned listening skills to help you feel understood and to more fully understand yourself. I'm familiar with 12-Step Recovery, psychiatric medications, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other approaches to helping others.
Therapy is for everyone at different times in their lives. Whether it's being ready to process past hurts to move forward, or learning how to observe unhelpful thinking patterns that may be affecting relationships, having space to figure out how to untangle it all can help a needed shift happen. I have clients that have gotten the tools they need in a few sessions, as well as others that I’ve walked alongside of for long term support.
Therapy is for everyone at different times in their lives. Whether it's being ready to process past hurts to move forward, or learning how to observe unhelpful thinking patterns that may be affecting relationships, having space to figure out how to untangle it all can help a needed shift happen. I have clients that have gotten the tools they need in a few sessions, as well as others that I’ve walked alongside of for long term support.
Camille specializes in providing individual psychotherapy for teens and young adults (ages 14-30) in Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point offices. Camille utilizes a variety of evidence based strategies focusing largely on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She works with an array of mental health issues including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, & personality disorders. Camille is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT 161012).
Camille specializes in providing individual psychotherapy for teens and young adults (ages 14-30) in Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point offices. Camille utilizes a variety of evidence based strategies focusing largely on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She works with an array of mental health issues including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, & personality disorders. Camille is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT 161012).
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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.