Grief Therapists in Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA

Deciding to ask for help is a courageous first step to change the course of your life. It can be hard to find a therapist who can understand your stories and help you regain your sense of direction. I am curious about the unique experiences of my clients and focused on generating new meaning and momentum from their stories. I listen to the words my clients use to expand the vocabulary of possibility in their lives. As an artist, I am imaginative and creative in the ways I approach these conversations.

I have been in private practice as a psychotherapist foreclose to 40 years and have had the good fortune of working with individuals, couples and families dealing with a variety of life's challenges. I work with issues of sexuality,life needs, anxiety, adolescent and family problems,depression,abuse, addictions, special needs children and interpersonal relationships.I also do extensive work with people confronting the hard work of grief and loss and with individuals who have lost someone to suicide. My goals as a clinician are to guide individuals toward healing and self-understanding in an atmosphere of trust and self-respect.

Of all human experience, nothing can fully prepare one for the pain of grief and loss . Perhaps you are grieving the loss of an important relationship, the end of a meaningful career, loss of employment, a miscarriage(s), the sudden death of someone close, losses due to COVID-19, loss of sense of self, or loss related to life cycle transitions. Maybe you are grieving a suicidal loss . If this resonates with your circumstances, I invite you to explore as well as honor your emotions. Please contact me if you would like greater processing, adjusting, and acceptance in your life to help increase your sense of agency.

I strongly believe in the healing power of a safe therapeutic space and human connection to build resilience and foster a more fulfilling life. I strive to co-create a safe space that is warm, collaborative, and empathic so that, together, we can process and integrate past or current traumatic or disruptive experiences, and explore questions of identity, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships. My client-centered, trauma-informed, and integrative approach lends itself to meeting my clients where they are at and walking alongside you as you uncover the strengths and tools within to face life’s challenges.

Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.

I believe people are innately resilient and adaptive. When we struggle from disconnection, grief , or sudden changes, we may lose touch with our self-compassion and strengths, feeling trapped in a story that no longer serves us. This may manifest as depression, anxiety, reactivity, substance use, or unwanted relational patterns. You don’t need to go through this alone. You can feel supported, understood, and valued in the face of grief , hard feelings and questions. I will bring hope, compassion, options, insight, and curiosity, but ultimately our work together will be collaborative.

Have you recently experienced something you are struggling to work through? Have you recently lost someone close to you? Do experiences from your past continue to affect you today? How we cope with these experiences can have a lasting impact on how we move forward. Beginning to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected can be intimidating but we will work together to explore coping strategies and process issues that will allow you to implement change.

Life can be daunting. Often leaving us feeling depressed, overwhelmed and anxious. You may be dealing with grief , loss or something else. Don't feel alone. Let us collaborate and help you work through whatever challenges you may be facing. I provide you a safe space of compassion, that is free from judgement. A place of empathy, support and acceptance, irrespective of who you are , what your thoughts are and what you may have done in the past. It's a place where you can expect to be received and accepted as you are. We will work on helping you understand your inner workings.

I am invested in facilitating lasting and generative growth and self-realization in my clients. Change is hard and inevitable, and sometimes it is something we choose (divorce, career change, major move), and sometimes it happens to us ( loss of a loved one, diagnosis with illness, loss of a job), but no matter the circumstance, together I believe we can work to move through it and emerge feeling healed, whole, and ready to live each day to its fullest. I am invested in being the best therapist for you and hope you will contact me so we can discuss how you can live with intention, meaning and purpose. I am accepting new clients.

Death and divorce catch most of us totally unprepared because we are not taught how to handle loss . We can feel so ill-equipped. Whether your loss is from death of a loved one, divorce or breakup, loss of trust, loss of safety or other meaningful emotional losses, healing is finding new reasons for living. Learn skills and tools to end the pain, isolation and loneliness. Discover healing and joy again.

Hi, I am Estel. Are you struggling with a sense of belonging and connection with others? Do you want to improve communication with your loved ones? My specialties are marriage counseling, parenting, grief & loss , and issues relating to family, interpersonal relationships, life transitions & cultural identity. Everyone deserves a voice and a safe space to process one's journey. Together, we will explore how one's family and childhood impact current relationships, restore connections & support systems, and reclaim your authentic self.

Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Healing from past trauma? Going through grief ? Seeking better work life balance? Searching for direction and meaning in life? There are many reasons to seek psychotherapy. Seeking therapy is a brave step: choosing to face your challenges head on, opening up about past conflicts and traumas, bringing up difficult memories and feelings, making life changes in the face of uncertainty, and so forth. In therapy, we work together to develop insight, self-compassion, resiliency, emotional relief, and self-agency, among other strengths, in service of a more fulfilling and congruent life.

I believe the journey to healing starts with being fully known and accepted for who we are. I create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to feel invited, understood, and cared for. I help you increase your awareness and make connections to what has shaped you in the past, who you are today, and who you strive to be. My therapeutic approach is individualized and culturally sensitive, based on what you may need and the unique stories you bring. I have a deep heart for adolescents and adults going through grief & loss , trauma, relationship issues, and cultural identity challenges.

You’d say you’re supportive, mindful, and reliable. You wonder how long you can keep up with being "the strong one" and "the self-sacrificing one" that’s always there for others when there’s a part of you that feels overwhelmed. This leaves you feeling angry, stuck, and exhausted. You want to share this struggle but fear that you’ll be "too much of a burden" and will push others away. You’re curious if one day, your fears of rejection will have less of an influence, giving you the space to feel more connected to yourself and your relationships.

My practice is grounded in my firm belief of the transformative power of therapy. I feel that the role of a therapist is to help empower you to change. I work with clients towards self-understanding, growth, and finding their path to their authentic self.

This space is for you. I would like to support you and empower you to be able to navigate through life during challenging times and understand more about yourself. Therapy with me is about enhancing your understanding of yourself, exploring your identity and purpose, and learning different coping skills to not just survive in the world, but learn how to thrive. I am experienced working with children, adolescents, and adults. I have treated clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, identity formation and discovery, relationship problems, and grief and loss . It is also important to note that I am available weekends and evenings.

It takes courage to reach out for help, something we all need at various times in our lives. My work as a narrative therapist over the past 20+ years has been grounded in the assumption that every human being is inherently resourceful. Behind every one of life's challenges lies the possibility for change. A collaborative, respectful relationship of safety that nurtures these possibilities is what I offer to all clients who consult with me.

Feeling stuck or caught in an endless loop of personal challenges? Therapy is where we can discover the unconscious patterns of our behavior that unknowingly create recurring problems in our lives. It is also where we can explore our hidden selves and examine what it means to be both vulnerable and strong. You may be seeking therapy for emotional healing, relationship challenges or contemplating a significant life change. Whatever your reason, my goal as a therapist is to help the people I work with ignite healing transformations through insight, awareness, self-discovery, self-compassion and cognitive skill building.