Grief Therapists in Mecca, CA

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Perry Young
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mecca, CA 92254
Hi, my name is Perry Young; licensed since 2004. I have extensive experience working with families, individuals, and couples using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. Whether working with a child or elderly person, I advocate that healing or change comes through relationships.
Hi, my name is Perry Young; licensed since 2004. I have extensive experience working with families, individuals, and couples using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. Whether working with a child or elderly person, I advocate that healing or change comes through relationships.
(760) 309-7441 View (760) 309-7441
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Cesar Brijandez Brijandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mecca, CA 92254  (Online Only)
I have a passion for helping people from all "walks of life." If you are facing challenges in your day-to-day life, I am here to help. I have helped individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, anger management, and marital issues. I work with children from 6 yrs and older, teenagers, and adults, both males, and females. I like to present psychotherapy in the simplest form. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Trauma-Focused CBT for children and teens. Growing up in a city along the US-Mexico border I have the privilege of being bilingual and bicultural.
I have a passion for helping people from all "walks of life." If you are facing challenges in your day-to-day life, I am here to help. I have helped individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, anger management, and marital issues. I work with children from 6 yrs and older, teenagers, and adults, both males, and females. I like to present psychotherapy in the simplest form. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Trauma-Focused CBT for children and teens. Growing up in a city along the US-Mexico border I have the privilege of being bilingual and bicultural.
(805) 800-8607 View (805) 800-8607
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Lindsay Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mecca, CA 92254
Not accepting new clients
I am a bilingual and bicultural therapist with 9 years of experience. I work with adults, people of color, the working-class, college students, and also have experience working with young children and teenagers. I help address a wide range of problems, from anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, adjustment issues, family conflict, to intergenerational conflict.
I am a bilingual and bicultural therapist with 9 years of experience. I work with adults, people of color, the working-class, college students, and also have experience working with young children and teenagers. I help address a wide range of problems, from anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, adjustment issues, family conflict, to intergenerational conflict.
(760) 253-9067 View (760) 253-9067

Online Therapists

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Douglas Kent Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92673
I work well with hurting people struggling to understand their lives and experiences. I work well with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, aging, and other challenges. I do all of my work on Zoom or phone and work from my home office. Most clients have come to appreciate the privacy and convenience of online meetings. I work to understand each person's challenges and develop a plan specific to each situation. I welcome the opportunity to help you. I am a Medicare provider.
I work well with hurting people struggling to understand their lives and experiences. I work well with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, aging, and other challenges. I do all of my work on Zoom or phone and work from my home office. Most clients have come to appreciate the privacy and convenience of online meetings. I work to understand each person's challenges and develop a plan specific to each situation. I welcome the opportunity to help you. I am a Medicare provider.
(949) 682-3738 View (949) 682-3738
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Tracy Reid
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
During the process of therapy, working through the struggles of life can bring you to a deeper and more meaningful place, not only finding, but also liking who you are. Therapy will help you learn coping skills, setting boundaries, changing perceptions that keep you stuck, finding the connection you want in relationships, building self-esteem, finding release from loss and grief, openness to change, and a willingness to accept your worth and find your authentic voice.
During the process of therapy, working through the struggles of life can bring you to a deeper and more meaningful place, not only finding, but also liking who you are. Therapy will help you learn coping skills, setting boundaries, changing perceptions that keep you stuck, finding the connection you want in relationships, building self-esteem, finding release from loss and grief, openness to change, and a willingness to accept your worth and find your authentic voice.
(949) 393-4292 View (949) 393-4292
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Deena Madrid, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92102  (Online Only)
I specialize in working through trauma, past abuse, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
I help people fight the lies they tell themselves, build on truth, and integrate their faith with their reality. It is an honor to get to know a person, their joys in life and their story all the while helping them process and heal from past and present hurts. I counsel to build lasting relationships and support systems, embrace their emotions without letting them take over, and learn the power of resilience.
I specialize in working through trauma, past abuse, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
I help people fight the lies they tell themselves, build on truth, and integrate their faith with their reality. It is an honor to get to know a person, their joys in life and their story all the while helping them process and heal from past and present hurts. I counsel to build lasting relationships and support systems, embrace their emotions without letting them take over, and learn the power of resilience.
(619) 762-3240 View (619) 762-3240
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Catherine Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008  (Online Only)
I have over 20 years experience working with adults, youth and families and use a comprehensive integrated approach to treat anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues and family issues.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are anxiety and sadness impacting your life? I specialize in helping men and women recover from painful events, improve their relationships and do deeper work on their core issues. With understanding and care we can help you learn to solve problems and get your needs met more effectively.
I have over 20 years experience working with adults, youth and families and use a comprehensive integrated approach to treat anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues and family issues.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are anxiety and sadness impacting your life? I specialize in helping men and women recover from painful events, improve their relationships and do deeper work on their core issues. With understanding and care we can help you learn to solve problems and get your needs met more effectively.
(442) 267-3982 View (442) 267-3982
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Jaclyn Grace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92122  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping adults who are grappling with complex, long-term trauma, related anxiety and depression, life transitions, grief and loss and adult ADHD. These issues can deeply impact your life, creating layers of challenges that require careful, sustained attention. I also specialize in working with those that are completely new to therapy. If you're struggling with these persistent concerns or trying therapy for the first time and seeking a therapeutic relationship that focuses on long-term healing and understanding, my approach is built to support you through this intricate journey.
I specialize in helping adults who are grappling with complex, long-term trauma, related anxiety and depression, life transitions, grief and loss and adult ADHD. These issues can deeply impact your life, creating layers of challenges that require careful, sustained attention. I also specialize in working with those that are completely new to therapy. If you're struggling with these persistent concerns or trying therapy for the first time and seeking a therapeutic relationship that focuses on long-term healing and understanding, my approach is built to support you through this intricate journey.
(858) 330-6019 View (858) 330-6019
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Pascale Claus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
You have been thinking about this for a while, but keep putting it off. To talk to someone about what is holding you back, what keeps you stuck, and what has prevented you from being happy with yourself and your life. You are now ready to take this courageous step. You are seeking someone who will not judge you, but who will actively listen to what you have to say. Someone who will make you feel comfortable and safe to address the symptoms that bring you to therapy, whether it be depression, anxiety, grief, or unresolved trauma.
You have been thinking about this for a while, but keep putting it off. To talk to someone about what is holding you back, what keeps you stuck, and what has prevented you from being happy with yourself and your life. You are now ready to take this courageous step. You are seeking someone who will not judge you, but who will actively listen to what you have to say. Someone who will make you feel comfortable and safe to address the symptoms that bring you to therapy, whether it be depression, anxiety, grief, or unresolved trauma.
(951) 470-2316 View (951) 470-2316
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Amanda Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Ontario, CA 91761  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include: stress, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, family/relationship issues, adoptions and personal growth.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children and families and have been a licensed therapist for 11 years. I began my career working with children and families in the foster care and dependency system. I went on to work in Adoptions and found it very rewarding. I have provided individual counseling to children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
My areas of expertise include: stress, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, family/relationship issues, adoptions and personal growth.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children and families and have been a licensed therapist for 11 years. I began my career working with children and families in the foster care and dependency system. I went on to work in Adoptions and found it very rewarding. I have provided individual counseling to children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
(657) 293-2785 View (657) 293-2785
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Gracie Berntsen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I specialize in working with young adults navigating life transitions and overwhelm. I thrive working with clients wanting to learn more about themselves and the patterns they are living in. I have experience working with clients managing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, guilt, life transitions, low self-esteem, and childhood attachment wounds. I am Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) and enjoy working with the perinatal population supporting people through the tough roads of infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, and beyond.
Hello and welcome! I specialize in working with young adults navigating life transitions and overwhelm. I thrive working with clients wanting to learn more about themselves and the patterns they are living in. I have experience working with clients managing symptoms of anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, guilt, life transitions, low self-esteem, and childhood attachment wounds. I am Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) and enjoy working with the perinatal population supporting people through the tough roads of infertility, loss, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, and beyond.
(858) 304-0990 View (858) 304-0990
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Kate I Smiley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, grief, relationship challenges, or career transitions, I will utilize modalities such as CBT and EMDR to enhance self-discovery and enlightenment.
Are you tired of the endless search for the perfect therapist who listens and accepts you as a person and not a diagnosis? Do you feel overwhelmed by the idea of therapy, unsure of what it entails? I'm here to help. With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in helping men and women work through their challenges, uncover underlying issues, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. My name is Kate Smiley and I am a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for guiding individuals towards healing and transformation. In my practice, I create a supportive space where you can be vulnerable and honest.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, grief, relationship challenges, or career transitions, I will utilize modalities such as CBT and EMDR to enhance self-discovery and enlightenment.
Are you tired of the endless search for the perfect therapist who listens and accepts you as a person and not a diagnosis? Do you feel overwhelmed by the idea of therapy, unsure of what it entails? I'm here to help. With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in helping men and women work through their challenges, uncover underlying issues, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. My name is Kate Smiley and I am a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for guiding individuals towards healing and transformation. In my practice, I create a supportive space where you can be vulnerable and honest.
(619) 658-4437 View (619) 658-4437
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Redd Davis, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92545  (Online Only)
I strive to work with individuals struggling with complicated grief, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. This includes people dealing with concerns surrounding their own mortality as well and anticipatory grief. My ideal client can struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma related to health issues or caregiver/family stress. My ideal client resides in the state of California, is able to engage via Telehealth and is motivated to work towards healing and wholeness.
I strive to work with individuals struggling with complicated grief, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. This includes people dealing with concerns surrounding their own mortality as well and anticipatory grief. My ideal client can struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma related to health issues or caregiver/family stress. My ideal client resides in the state of California, is able to engage via Telehealth and is motivated to work towards healing and wholeness.
(909) 245-8573 View (909) 245-8573
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Leonor Cano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
I too have experienced obstacles, grief, and stresses in my life.
Hello and welcome! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I have five years of clinical experience in various mental health settings. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am here to support, guide and provide you with the tools necessary to overcome stresses and obstacles encountered in life. I am also here to celebrate life achievements and milestones.
I too have experienced obstacles, grief, and stresses in my life.
Hello and welcome! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I have five years of clinical experience in various mental health settings. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am here to support, guide and provide you with the tools necessary to overcome stresses and obstacles encountered in life. I am also here to celebrate life achievements and milestones.
(657) 213-3513 View (657) 213-3513
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Vanessa Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92126
My name is Vanessa Gonzalez, LMFT. My focus is children, adolescents, and parenting skills to provide the most growth for the youth. I have a history of working closely with foster youth, children in kinship Care, as well as children in a traditional home setting. I have worked with children experiencing anxiety, trauma, children living with ADHD, grief, separation, and divorce. I am familiar with the use and skills of Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness skills, parenting skills, and more. I believe that each person has was it takes to achieve their goals and just needs some assistance to facilitate change.
My name is Vanessa Gonzalez, LMFT. My focus is children, adolescents, and parenting skills to provide the most growth for the youth. I have a history of working closely with foster youth, children in kinship Care, as well as children in a traditional home setting. I have worked with children experiencing anxiety, trauma, children living with ADHD, grief, separation, and divorce. I am familiar with the use and skills of Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness skills, parenting skills, and more. I believe that each person has was it takes to achieve their goals and just needs some assistance to facilitate change.
(858) 251-9872 View (858) 251-9872
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Traci Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92106
I incorporate exploration of psycho-somatic connections, working through a variety of issues including grief, trauma, anxiety and life transitions.
Life experiences can impact us in surprising, often difficult, and even traumatic ways leaving us feeling out of touch with ourselves and those around us. We all have a desire to feel understood, and that journey often begins within ourselves. My goal in therapy is to create a space where you feel heard and safe while we explore deeper into who you are and begin to wrestle with the question “where do I go from here?”.
I incorporate exploration of psycho-somatic connections, working through a variety of issues including grief, trauma, anxiety and life transitions.
Life experiences can impact us in surprising, often difficult, and even traumatic ways leaving us feeling out of touch with ourselves and those around us. We all have a desire to feel understood, and that journey often begins within ourselves. My goal in therapy is to create a space where you feel heard and safe while we explore deeper into who you are and begin to wrestle with the question “where do I go from here?”.
(619) 639-4291 View (619) 639-4291
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Shaul M Saddick
Psychologist, MA, PhD, QME
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121
Are you experiencing any of the following problems: psychological stress, psychological trauma, difficulties in coping, or depression as a result of relationship / marital issues, divorce, loss, job-related psychological / physical injury, or a motor vehicle accident in which you may have become physically or psychologically traumatized? If you are, I can assist in evaluating and psychologically treating these issues. I can help restore psychological wellness and improve the over-all quality of your life. I am proficient in the following languages: English, Arabic, Hebrew, and Farsi ( Persian).
Are you experiencing any of the following problems: psychological stress, psychological trauma, difficulties in coping, or depression as a result of relationship / marital issues, divorce, loss, job-related psychological / physical injury, or a motor vehicle accident in which you may have become physically or psychologically traumatized? If you are, I can assist in evaluating and psychologically treating these issues. I can help restore psychological wellness and improve the over-all quality of your life. I am proficient in the following languages: English, Arabic, Hebrew, and Farsi ( Persian).
(858) 207-6968 View (858) 207-6968
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Melissa Lanza
Psychologist, PhD, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
Individual therapy for adults: Depression, Anxiety, women's issues, life transitions (divorce, college, career), grief, relationships, family/parenting, chronic pain and illness, self-esteem, social-skills, and weight loss.
I know how difficult making changes in your life can be. Asking for help and support is a sign of strength and commitment to improving your life. I am here to help you on your personal journey to achieve a life filled with peace, happiness, and emotional well-being. My goal is to empower you to find personal strategies to discover your full potential. Using therapeutic approaches with proven results, I am able to help identify behaviors and/or thoughts might be holding you back from living a meaningful and happy life. To make an appointment, please visit my website and choose "Initial Assessment.”
Individual therapy for adults: Depression, Anxiety, women's issues, life transitions (divorce, college, career), grief, relationships, family/parenting, chronic pain and illness, self-esteem, social-skills, and weight loss.
I know how difficult making changes in your life can be. Asking for help and support is a sign of strength and commitment to improving your life. I am here to help you on your personal journey to achieve a life filled with peace, happiness, and emotional well-being. My goal is to empower you to find personal strategies to discover your full potential. Using therapeutic approaches with proven results, I am able to help identify behaviors and/or thoughts might be holding you back from living a meaningful and happy life. To make an appointment, please visit my website and choose "Initial Assessment.”
(858) 414-3523 View (858) 414-3523
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George Rosch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CCS
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675  (Online Only)
During my 30+ years of clinical practice I find myself working particularly effective with important life transition stages, i.e. adolescents, young adult, mid-life, later-life. I view issues of loss, marriage, divorce, identity, vocation and aging as doorways to a deeper and more actualized life. Out of intensive study, practice, and my own life experiences, I meet the client at their own unique crossroad. Together we engage in a journey of symptom-relief, discovery and new possibilities. I am an active and engaging therapist...learning from hundreds of private practice clients & families & additional hundreds of agency participants.
During my 30+ years of clinical practice I find myself working particularly effective with important life transition stages, i.e. adolescents, young adult, mid-life, later-life. I view issues of loss, marriage, divorce, identity, vocation and aging as doorways to a deeper and more actualized life. Out of intensive study, practice, and my own life experiences, I meet the client at their own unique crossroad. Together we engage in a journey of symptom-relief, discovery and new possibilities. I am an active and engaging therapist...learning from hundreds of private practice clients & families & additional hundreds of agency participants.
(805) 254-4896 View (805) 254-4896
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Noel Cooper
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92504
Infertility: Whether you're having difficulty conceiving, have experienced pregnancy loss, or are pursuing medical interventions for infertility, this can be a difficult time for you and your partner.
I specialize in working with people who are trying to untangle the threads of relationships-whether it's relationships with family, friends, children, significant others, or even your relationship with yourself. I work with individual adults, adolescents, or couples. Many clients find that their struggles fall in these categories: depression, anxiety, relationship problems, transitions, identity issues, self-exploration, grief and loss, self-esteem, and spirituality. However you name your experience, my goal is to provide a safe place where we can explore your story, untangle the knots, and re-weave those threads.
Infertility: Whether you're having difficulty conceiving, have experienced pregnancy loss, or are pursuing medical interventions for infertility, this can be a difficult time for you and your partner.
I specialize in working with people who are trying to untangle the threads of relationships-whether it's relationships with family, friends, children, significant others, or even your relationship with yourself. I work with individual adults, adolescents, or couples. Many clients find that their struggles fall in these categories: depression, anxiety, relationship problems, transitions, identity issues, self-exploration, grief and loss, self-esteem, and spirituality. However you name your experience, my goal is to provide a safe place where we can explore your story, untangle the knots, and re-weave those threads.
(909) 414-1410 View (909) 414-1410
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.