Grief Therapists in Davis, CA

I believe all human beings move naturally towards self mastery and belonging. Early trauma, developmental hurts, grief and bad luck disturb our wholeness and full potential. We are caught in protective layering of negativity, pain and self defeating behaviors. This state of disconnection with happiness and full embodiment is what brings people into my office. Who am I? I am a deeply empathetic and authentic person. I have a sense of humor. I am inquisitive about my client's journeys. In the rich ground of the therapeutic relationship historical wounding can be reworked and a new sense of self can flourish.

Do you feel stuck? Do you need a sanctuary where you can gain perspective? I offer adults a safe place in which to experience relief and the space to gain confidence, calm, and clarity. If you've been dealing with issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, grief , loss , creative blocks, family issues, and trauma, please know that you can feel freer, happier, and more secure. I use a variety of techniques including EMDR to explore connections between present struggles and past experiences, to increase body awareness, and to help clients gain a more powerful sense of themselves, allowing them to create healthier patterns in their lives.

I partner with clients to improve relationship satisfaction; to understand and change patterns; to reclaim a sense of well-being. Stress and anxiety are often at play. Many clients notice that childhood wounds continue to impact their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I listen with empathy and compassion and work collaboratively - to help you find growth, new insight and enhanced life satisfaction.

As you start on the path to motherhood are you feeling anxious, sad, perhaps ashamed or just not yourself? It can be frustrating, draining, overwhelming, and at times heartbreaking. This is likely not how you thought it would be. It feels like it should be a natural, seamless process filled with joyous moments. Unfortunately, it's often not the reality. I recognize and acknowledge that this can be a difficult time, and I am here to support you regardless of where you are in this journey. Imagine how it would be to feel more like yourself again. To feel confident, happy, calm, and entering motherhood as your best self.

You are committed to feeling better, you've tried everything, but still you feel lost in the pain. You've always been able to "fix" things in your life, why not this? This time, you feel stuck. Maybe you feel gripped by anxiety or panic. Maybe you feel consumed by grief from trauma or loss of a person, pet, or life dream. Maybe you're finding yourself in new life circumstances (a significant health challenge, life milestone, career or relationship change) and wonder "who am I now"? Life has a way of challenging us. There is a way through.

Frustrated? Unhappy? Want some insight and change? I offer an encouraging approach to help you explore your world in a therapeutic environment. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own experience; you have lived your life longer than I have known you. I often use the metaphor of being a flashlight in a dark cave, shedding light on different things, however, you, as the client are in the driver's seat; I am in the passenger seat, as a co-driver. Together, we will explore your personal meanings and experiences while making larger connections to your goals. I invite you to our journey together in creating new meaning.

Do you feel sad, anxious and lonely? Do you feel overwhelmed by life changes and relationships? You are not alone! All of us feel that way sometimes and all of us need a compassionate person to talk to. I can help empower you to find out where these feelings are coming from and how to overcome them so you can lead a happier, fulfilled life. I believe that each person has the ability to grow and heal throughout their life spans but sometimes past trauma, grief , change and other circumstances prevent us from living happy, whole lives. I can help support you through the therapeutic process as you embark on your healing journey.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. I completed my Ph.D. in clinical psychology of adults and children at the University of Virginia, including an internship at the University of Colorado Medical Center, and postdoctoral training at the Philadelphia Child Guidance Clinic, with a focus on family therapy and adolescence. I work with adults and older adolescents on issues including depression, anxiety, loss , and relationship difficulties.

These are unprecedented times and we are facing the aftermath of a global trauma. You may be feeling grief , loss , burnout, depression, anxiety, or you may have no clue what it is you're feeling. I am here to hold space for you as we make our way through this existential crisis.

Entering therapy can be a frightening and vulnerable experience. Please honor your effort in taking a step forward. I provide a warm and accepting environment to allow for honest and open exploration of your concerns and experiences. If you are struggling with personal or relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or grief , I can assist you in sorting through the complexities and in reaching clear goals and attainable solutions to help you feel better, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and live a more fulfilling life.

My practice focuses on helping people develop healthier relationships with themselves and others. I believe in building a safe, respectful and compassionate relationship with my clients where we can exchange direct, honest, and meaningful feedback. Within this trusting relationship, we can explore your challenges and strengths so that you have more healthy choices regarding your life goals. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, isolation, grief or relationship issues, or if you simply want to live more authentically and fully, there is hope. Key elements in the change process include curiosity and a desire to learn about yourself.

Hello fellow community members. I'm so happy to see that you’re taking the time to reinvest in your most important and valuable asset, you! I offer telehealth therapy throughout California while based out of Davis focusing on anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and grief . My practice includes a tailored approach using brief and long-term therapy using trauma informed care, ACT, CBT, and DBT techniques.

I view therapy as a precious investment of your values and vulnerabilities, so I aim to honor that investment with my commitment to your well-being. Through a nonjudgmental, authentic and compassionate stance, I strive to create a safe and collaborative space for you to explore sensitive issues, experiment with new behaviors, and work towards what matters to you. Whether you'd like to improve the quality of your relationships, health, work or education, or address mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, loss , life transition, trauma and addiction, I will wholeheartedly support your efforts in fulfilling these goals.

In my practice, I help clients with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief , family stress and conflict. I provide therapy to families and couples, as well as young adults and teens. I like to work collaboratively with clients to identify issues and help bring relief from relationship conflicts, negative emotions, and life transitions.

My ideal client is any person(s) desiring to be a better person today than yesterday. I have extensive background working with men, women, teenagers, families, college-based students, athletes (collegiate and professional) seeking psycho-therapeutic intervention in areas, but not limited to anxiety, grief and loss processing, marriage counseling, chemical dependency, athletic consulting, performance-based psychology, depression, career counseling, anger management, and group counseling. A wide range of therapeutic modalities are practiced.

In my thirty years of practicing psychotherapy, I have found that it is the therapeutic relationship itself which helps effect the greatest changes. I offer a safe, supportive place to explore the impact of trauma and loss and be able to move on.

Instead of looking at therapy as uncomfortable & difficult, consider this… we are our strongest when we have the courage to reveal & repair the most vulnerable aspects of ourselves. This is referred to as reframing, looking at a challenging situation in a new light. Let’s build some positive thinking patterns together. Laughing is also very therapeutic for the brain as it releases endorphins which increases focus, helps us integrate thoughts, & stimulates flexible thinking which are all important components of change & healing.