Grief Therapists in Marina Del Rey, CA

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Linda Marie Quesada-Schlein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
My clients have struggled and achieved their goals pertaining to healing from divorce, grief, and infidelity.
Do you regret some of the choices you've made in your relationships and your career? Are you unclear why you made those choices? I offer guidance for making life's important decisions - about a partner, your career, or life in general. I can also incorporate my own perspective and experience to understand you from a cultural or bi-cultural level. Together we will work through the challenges and roadblocks standing between you and your goals.
My clients have struggled and achieved their goals pertaining to healing from divorce, grief, and infidelity.
Do you regret some of the choices you've made in your relationships and your career? Are you unclear why you made those choices? I offer guidance for making life's important decisions - about a partner, your career, or life in general. I can also incorporate my own perspective and experience to understand you from a cultural or bi-cultural level. Together we will work through the challenges and roadblocks standing between you and your goals.
(657) 233-9013 View (657) 233-9013
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Spencer D Presler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
I have worked internationally with children, teens, & adults for over 20 years, & have extensive experience with grief/bereavement, crisis intervention, health-related trauma & challenges, as well as other mental health issues, including depression & anger-management.
I believe that at times we all get sad, down, bummed-out, etc… but nobody needs to be depressed; I believe that therapy need not be: - intimidating; uncomfortable; awkward; unsafe; labeling/diagnostic, OR indoors; I believe that life can be really challenging, especially for those who try to get through it alone; I believe that nobody should even attempt to get through it alone; I believe that "craziness" is in the eye of the beholder & each of us is crazy in our own uniquely beautiful ways..
I have worked internationally with children, teens, & adults for over 20 years, & have extensive experience with grief/bereavement, crisis intervention, health-related trauma & challenges, as well as other mental health issues, including depression & anger-management.
I believe that at times we all get sad, down, bummed-out, etc… but nobody needs to be depressed; I believe that therapy need not be: - intimidating; uncomfortable; awkward; unsafe; labeling/diagnostic, OR indoors; I believe that life can be really challenging, especially for those who try to get through it alone; I believe that nobody should even attempt to get through it alone; I believe that "craziness" is in the eye of the beholder & each of us is crazy in our own uniquely beautiful ways..
(951) 530-4283 View (951) 530-4283
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Michael Shiffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292  (Online Only)
Our past presents itself in the present moment. I treat my clients, not apply a model or theory on them. Whether it is anxiety, panic, pain, addictions, trauma, loss or grief - we explore together what gets in the way of living a life worth living. I integrate Somatic Experiencing, NARM, EMDR, PACT, Mindfulness practices and Voice Dialogue into a multidimensional approach to discover how to help you realize a satisfying life, the life you want to live.
Our past presents itself in the present moment. I treat my clients, not apply a model or theory on them. Whether it is anxiety, panic, pain, addictions, trauma, loss or grief - we explore together what gets in the way of living a life worth living. I integrate Somatic Experiencing, NARM, EMDR, PACT, Mindfulness practices and Voice Dialogue into a multidimensional approach to discover how to help you realize a satisfying life, the life you want to live.
(424) 258-5432 View (424) 258-5432
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Audrey Levy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
As a Doctor of Psychology and psychotherapist for 40+ years, I've dealt with my own grief and loss by writing an autobiographical self-help novel series called, "The Adventures of the Angel Oleo.
I am Dr. Audrey Levy. I live on a houseboat, and my private practice hours are available 24/7 by appointment only. I also make house calls. I am experienced in helping my clients deal with issues such as Loss and Grief Recovery, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Crisis Counseling, Stress Reduction, Depression and Anxiety. I provide a calm, empathetic, and nurturing environment where you will feel heard, and most importantly, understood. Together we will work on ways to help you understand your feelings and compulsions.
As a Doctor of Psychology and psychotherapist for 40+ years, I've dealt with my own grief and loss by writing an autobiographical self-help novel series called, "The Adventures of the Angel Oleo.
I am Dr. Audrey Levy. I live on a houseboat, and my private practice hours are available 24/7 by appointment only. I also make house calls. I am experienced in helping my clients deal with issues such as Loss and Grief Recovery, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Crisis Counseling, Stress Reduction, Depression and Anxiety. I provide a calm, empathetic, and nurturing environment where you will feel heard, and most importantly, understood. Together we will work on ways to help you understand your feelings and compulsions.
(310) 736-2814 View (310) 736-2814
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Kerri D Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
I enjoy working with those undergoing life transitions and through grief and loss issues.
Feeling depressed, anxious, uncertain of what path to take next? Feeling lost, alone, or unsure of yourself? These are all common concerns that my clients face daily, and have come to understand their source by working in a safe collaborative space in therapy. Many of my clients are at a cross roads whether it be leaving their parents home, trying to launch from college, deciding whether or not to get married, have a baby, or change careers or retire. Therapy can help with any transition. In a supportive, collaborative environment we will discover what blocks you from growing and thriving.
I enjoy working with those undergoing life transitions and through grief and loss issues.
Feeling depressed, anxious, uncertain of what path to take next? Feeling lost, alone, or unsure of yourself? These are all common concerns that my clients face daily, and have come to understand their source by working in a safe collaborative space in therapy. Many of my clients are at a cross roads whether it be leaving their parents home, trying to launch from college, deciding whether or not to get married, have a baby, or change careers or retire. Therapy can help with any transition. In a supportive, collaborative environment we will discover what blocks you from growing and thriving.
(424) 254-1729 View (424) 254-1729
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Tatiana Itskowitz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
I specialize in working with grief and loss as well as working with immigrant and first-generation individuals.
I am a therapist that brings compassion, curiosity, and connection to the forefront of our work together. As your therapist, I believe providing a supportive, empathetic environment is key in creating a space where you can gain insight, access your inner strength, and move forward with your healing. During the process, we may look at your past to see what beliefs still serve you and which do not, identify emotions and process them, and focus on navigating and developing your connections to others and self.
I specialize in working with grief and loss as well as working with immigrant and first-generation individuals.
I am a therapist that brings compassion, curiosity, and connection to the forefront of our work together. As your therapist, I believe providing a supportive, empathetic environment is key in creating a space where you can gain insight, access your inner strength, and move forward with your healing. During the process, we may look at your past to see what beliefs still serve you and which do not, identify emotions and process them, and focus on navigating and developing your connections to others and self.
(562) 620-8577 View (562) 620-8577
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Kate Boswell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Overthinking things. Analyzing every decision to death. Wanting to know for sure what the outcome will be. Not taking the first step unless you feel for sure it will work out the way you want it to. These obsessive tendencies can be paralyzing. They can hold you back from living a more enjoyable life. There is hope and help. I have devoted my work to helping people overcome symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks.
Overthinking things. Analyzing every decision to death. Wanting to know for sure what the outcome will be. Not taking the first step unless you feel for sure it will work out the way you want it to. These obsessive tendencies can be paralyzing. They can hold you back from living a more enjoyable life. There is hope and help. I have devoted my work to helping people overcome symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks.
(310) 658-3158 View (310) 658-3158
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Bailey Carver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
She provides support to children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders, grief, trauma, substance use, homelessness, personality disorders, family conflict, LGBTQIA+ related issues, and other transitional life struggles.
Bailey Carver is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2020. Bailey is originally from northwest Virginia and received a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech University. She went on to receive her master's degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Social Work. Bailey has more than three years of experience providing therapy and support to adolescents and their families as they navigate mental and emotional health issues within the inpatient, non-profit, and residential treatment setting.
She provides support to children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders, grief, trauma, substance use, homelessness, personality disorders, family conflict, LGBTQIA+ related issues, and other transitional life struggles.
Bailey Carver is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2020. Bailey is originally from northwest Virginia and received a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech University. She went on to receive her master's degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Social Work. Bailey has more than three years of experience providing therapy and support to adolescents and their families as they navigate mental and emotional health issues within the inpatient, non-profit, and residential treatment setting.
(424) 999-0542 View (424) 999-0542
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Meredith Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Life's shadows and waves come in many different forms. You might try to run, fight, avoid, or make it make sense to find relief and stability. You may have found ways to cope and survive that worked for you in the past but don't anymore. Waves might come in the form of emotional overwhelm, fear of abandonment or rejection, toxic shame or guilt, chronic pain or grief, or debilitating anxiety that keeps you from joy and rest. You may understand the "why," but your nervous system still responds in a way that prevents you from living the life you deserve. You want to feel secure and worthy in your mind and body from the inside out.
Life's shadows and waves come in many different forms. You might try to run, fight, avoid, or make it make sense to find relief and stability. You may have found ways to cope and survive that worked for you in the past but don't anymore. Waves might come in the form of emotional overwhelm, fear of abandonment or rejection, toxic shame or guilt, chronic pain or grief, or debilitating anxiety that keeps you from joy and rest. You may understand the "why," but your nervous system still responds in a way that prevents you from living the life you deserve. You want to feel secure and worthy in your mind and body from the inside out.
(310) 929-6807 View (310) 929-6807
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Jessica Oifer Stelle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
I work with individuals to address a variety of issues, including chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Are you struggling with ongoing stress, a past trauma or a life challenge that has left you feeling overwhelmed and depleted? Has fear, sadness or chronic pain made it difficult to keep up with day-to-day life? It's not unusual to experience periods of time when life's challenges feel too overwhelming or too painful to navigate on your own. I help clients identify, explore and address the sources of their pain. I work with them to identify and resolve past issues, break patterns, and develop the personal awareness and emotional strength they need to reach their goals.
I work with individuals to address a variety of issues, including chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Are you struggling with ongoing stress, a past trauma or a life challenge that has left you feeling overwhelmed and depleted? Has fear, sadness or chronic pain made it difficult to keep up with day-to-day life? It's not unusual to experience periods of time when life's challenges feel too overwhelming or too painful to navigate on your own. I help clients identify, explore and address the sources of their pain. I work with them to identify and resolve past issues, break patterns, and develop the personal awareness and emotional strength they need to reach their goals.
(818) 581-2356 View (818) 581-2356
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Savannah M Fine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292  (Online Only)
My specialities include: Sex/Sexuality, Intimacy, Relationships, Chronic Pain/Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Grief/Loss.
Hello! My name is Savannah M. Fine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 139871 and a Certified Sex Therapist supporting human beings in the state of California. I am polyam, ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ affirming, and I work with individuals, partners, and families who are looking to form a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships, and their communities. I understand that healing and growth looks different for each individual and hope to provide the support necessary for your mind, body, and soul.
My specialities include: Sex/Sexuality, Intimacy, Relationships, Chronic Pain/Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Grief/Loss.
Hello! My name is Savannah M. Fine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 139871 and a Certified Sex Therapist supporting human beings in the state of California. I am polyam, ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ affirming, and I work with individuals, partners, and families who are looking to form a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships, and their communities. I understand that healing and growth looks different for each individual and hope to provide the support necessary for your mind, body, and soul.
(424) 404-8460 View (424) 404-8460
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Jody M Trager
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Dr. Trager is a Licensed Psychologist w/ 25 years of experience with women/men/non-binary, teens & young adults with mental health issues across a broad spectrum of disorders: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, grief & loss, identity issues and ADHD across diverse populations. I work on an intensive transformational level to heal, to build resilience, and develop new more effective coping skills. Dr. Trager received her doctorate from USC, and has continued her intensive training, and practice in the Los Angeles area. I am very passionate & present so that clients can do the work to heal and thrive.
Dr. Trager is a Licensed Psychologist w/ 25 years of experience with women/men/non-binary, teens & young adults with mental health issues across a broad spectrum of disorders: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, grief & loss, identity issues and ADHD across diverse populations. I work on an intensive transformational level to heal, to build resilience, and develop new more effective coping skills. Dr. Trager received her doctorate from USC, and has continued her intensive training, and practice in the Los Angeles area. I am very passionate & present so that clients can do the work to heal and thrive.
(424) 402-1224 View (424) 402-1224
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Jennifer Stone
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MSc
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Jennifer also specializes in Ketamine assisted psychotherapy, a promising novel psychedelic therapy for relieving symptoms from depression and anxious thoughts and behaviors, aid in forgiveness, grief, loss, heal inherited family trauma, grow self-love and compassion, and foster creativity, purpose and drive.
Today is a good day to heal and transform. Jennifer Stone works from a mindfulness meditation lens with compassion for all that is brought to the session. She holds body sensations, thoughts, emotions and all material with tenderness that can create a safe, accepting container for healing. You will learn to "get out of your head", and trust your body, respond to stress in healthy ways, and grow self-love and confidence. She uses a combination of tools from a trauma informed lens in psychotherapy sessions, including mindfulness meditation, IFS, CBT, visualization, breath practices, and somatic inquiry to get to root of the problem.
Jennifer also specializes in Ketamine assisted psychotherapy, a promising novel psychedelic therapy for relieving symptoms from depression and anxious thoughts and behaviors, aid in forgiveness, grief, loss, heal inherited family trauma, grow self-love and compassion, and foster creativity, purpose and drive.
Today is a good day to heal and transform. Jennifer Stone works from a mindfulness meditation lens with compassion for all that is brought to the session. She holds body sensations, thoughts, emotions and all material with tenderness that can create a safe, accepting container for healing. You will learn to "get out of your head", and trust your body, respond to stress in healthy ways, and grow self-love and confidence. She uses a combination of tools from a trauma informed lens in psychotherapy sessions, including mindfulness meditation, IFS, CBT, visualization, breath practices, and somatic inquiry to get to root of the problem.
(310) 692-7116 View (310) 692-7116
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Jordan Rhodes
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
My extensive training has focused on trauma, grief, and relationships.
Everyone experiences challenges, and you do not have to face them alone. My focus is to create a welcoming and healing environment that resonates with your unique qualities to restore balance in your life. With this holistic approach to mental health, you are free to express yourself through the full range of your senses and imagination. If you have never considered yourself a "creative" person, holistic therapy can help you let go of the limits you have placed on your own potential. You have the answers within you, and I am committed to helping you find them.
My extensive training has focused on trauma, grief, and relationships.
Everyone experiences challenges, and you do not have to face them alone. My focus is to create a welcoming and healing environment that resonates with your unique qualities to restore balance in your life. With this holistic approach to mental health, you are free to express yourself through the full range of your senses and imagination. If you have never considered yourself a "creative" person, holistic therapy can help you let go of the limits you have placed on your own potential. You have the answers within you, and I am committed to helping you find them.
(310) 987-4876 View (310) 987-4876
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Barb Jacobs Fistanic Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292  (Online Only)
My practice includes individuals and couples suffering from relationship problems, addiction, depression, grief and loss, anxiety and stress.
Do you feel like you are searching? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your relationships or lack of relationships? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your career? Searching for the reasons you feel run down and uninspired? Searching for the reasons why you keep repeating the same addictive patterns that do not turn out to have positive outcomes? Searching for the right therapist!?
My practice includes individuals and couples suffering from relationship problems, addiction, depression, grief and loss, anxiety and stress.
Do you feel like you are searching? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your relationships or lack of relationships? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your career? Searching for the reasons you feel run down and uninspired? Searching for the reasons why you keep repeating the same addictive patterns that do not turn out to have positive outcomes? Searching for the right therapist!?
(310) 361-2409 View (310) 361-2409
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Life Coaching by Linda Prejean
MAC
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
I also offer grief support for people who have lost a child.
I have more than ten years in the field of Psychotherapy in internships. Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. Today I am a Life Coach for men and women seeking change and transformation. I specialize in women greeting the different ages and stages in life with confidence and passion, learning the secrets of commitment, belief in oneself, and the determination to never give up. Miracles and magic happens. Spirituality focus, A Course in Miracles, tools of learning peace of mind and inner happiness to manifest and attract the best of life from your true Self. Grief support and tools to find happiness.
I also offer grief support for people who have lost a child.
I have more than ten years in the field of Psychotherapy in internships. Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. Today I am a Life Coach for men and women seeking change and transformation. I specialize in women greeting the different ages and stages in life with confidence and passion, learning the secrets of commitment, belief in oneself, and the determination to never give up. Miracles and magic happens. Spirituality focus, A Course in Miracles, tools of learning peace of mind and inner happiness to manifest and attract the best of life from your true Self. Grief support and tools to find happiness.
(310) 807-3827 View (310) 807-3827
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Cz Helps Inc: Carrie Zerling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292  (Online Only)
Many of us struggle with issues such as stress, depression, anxiety, social isolation, fear, grief, loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, or we just feel generally overwhelmed with life. You don't have to be alone with these struggles. Psychotherapy is an empowering tool that helps you to better understand yourself and the obstacles that are preventing change. I have worked with clients from various backgrounds in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status & political affiliations. My mission is to help you to improve your life skills and to progress from the difficult experiences that you've had.
Many of us struggle with issues such as stress, depression, anxiety, social isolation, fear, grief, loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, or we just feel generally overwhelmed with life. You don't have to be alone with these struggles. Psychotherapy is an empowering tool that helps you to better understand yourself and the obstacles that are preventing change. I have worked with clients from various backgrounds in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status & political affiliations. My mission is to help you to improve your life skills and to progress from the difficult experiences that you've had.
(323) 844-3504 View (323) 844-3504
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Richard Vishnevsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292  (Online Only)
My speciality areas include anxiety, stress management, depression, grief, and family and relationship issues.
My main goal is for individuals to leave sessions feeling heard and capable of using their newly developed tools to make change. Whether you are coming in to address current stressors, past problems that seem to have a lasting impact, or worries about the future, I am here to help you meet your treatment goals. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples to help manage a wide range of presenting issues. Each individual comes into therapy with their own personal intentions. I hope to provide a space to address your unique needs and aspirations.
My speciality areas include anxiety, stress management, depression, grief, and family and relationship issues.
My main goal is for individuals to leave sessions feeling heard and capable of using their newly developed tools to make change. Whether you are coming in to address current stressors, past problems that seem to have a lasting impact, or worries about the future, I am here to help you meet your treatment goals. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples to help manage a wide range of presenting issues. Each individual comes into therapy with their own personal intentions. I hope to provide a space to address your unique needs and aspirations.
(310) 683-0925 View (310) 683-0925
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Kama Richetta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292  (Online Only)
Everything has changed since your loss. Your loved one is gone, and you’re absolutely crushed. Nothing feels real, and you’re not sure things will ever be normal again. People offer well-meaning advice about “time healing all wounds,” but you don’t see how that’s possible. There’s a gaping hole left in your heart, and you can’t imagine how any amount of time, care, or healing will change that. On top of the emotional devastation is the stress of all the logistics. Planning funeral arrangements, organizing finances, dividing inheritances – all seem to bring out the worst in everyone around you. You feel so alone and helpless.
Everything has changed since your loss. Your loved one is gone, and you’re absolutely crushed. Nothing feels real, and you’re not sure things will ever be normal again. People offer well-meaning advice about “time healing all wounds,” but you don’t see how that’s possible. There’s a gaping hole left in your heart, and you can’t imagine how any amount of time, care, or healing will change that. On top of the emotional devastation is the stress of all the logistics. Planning funeral arrangements, organizing finances, dividing inheritances – all seem to bring out the worst in everyone around you. You feel so alone and helpless.
(310) 356-3981 View (310) 356-3981
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Nicole Nowparvar, LCSW & Life Coach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
I am here to help you navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and/ or relationship issues that come up when life throughs us curveballs.
Finding clarity that aligns with your heart, body and mind can be hard. Feeling stuck in those dark chapters of life can bring up difficulty with productivity, isolation and loneliness. Periods of transition will come and go; it's how we handle them that matters. Counseling can help! For more info, visit my Yelp Page: Nicole Nowparvar, LCSW.
I am here to help you navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and/ or relationship issues that come up when life throughs us curveballs.
Finding clarity that aligns with your heart, body and mind can be hard. Feeling stuck in those dark chapters of life can bring up difficulty with productivity, isolation and loneliness. Periods of transition will come and go; it's how we handle them that matters. Counseling can help! For more info, visit my Yelp Page: Nicole Nowparvar, LCSW.
(424) 255-3990 View (424) 255-3990

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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.