Grief Therapists in Arden-Arcade, Sacramento, CA

I often work with people who grapple with hard questions to which there is no one "right" answer. I offer a non-judegmental atmosphere in which each person can seek his or her own answers. Therapy is a co-creation. I work with each person to find what "speaks" to him / her. That may include talking, mindfulness practices, or creative arts therapies. Using these methods accesses parts of the brain that can't be reached through words alone, and puts people in the flow of their wisdom and creativity, from which solutions to problems can emerge.

If you’ve landed here, you are no doubt considering making some changes in your life and I'm glad to see that you are exploring your options for feeling better. People I work with typically feel worried, sad, overwhelmed or stressed, or are trying to cope with grief --before, during, or after--an important loss . Feeling stuck in old ways of thinking and behaving, having problematic relationships, or feeling uncomfortable with the status quo and wanting to improve one's quality of life are common themes that bring people to my office.

Taking a closer look at a difficult experience takes strength and I appreciate your reaching out for guidance and support. Whether to manage a recent event, like a significant loss or transition, or to process an early issue that continues to impact your sense of worth, my role is to come to understand your experience and to externalize the issue so we can approach it in a way that is manageable. We will examine to what degree practiced coping strategies support current needs and we will call on strengths and supports that serve you. I will offer you information and strategies useful in developing a sense of wellbeing.

My focus, as a therapist, is to provide an open space for you to express yourself in a non-judgmental environment. I am here to collaborate with you to create the therapeutic process that will be most effective for you. My goal is to help you take action that enriches your life and restores balance.

Imagine feeling peace-even in the face of life's challenges. Anxiety and depression. Relationship problems with partners, family members, or others. Divorce, death , and other tragedies. Imagine knowing you have the emotional awareness and the skills you need to deal with whatever life brings you. The wherewithal to meet challenges, to achieve better outcomes, and - ultimately - to heal the wounds that can make peace seem elusive or fleeting. The choice to seek therapy is itself a big step toward healing. My role is to help guide you as you move through self-discovery, to self-awareness, to self-direction.

I have many years experience in treating children, families and individuals. I treat attachment issues, behavioral problems, depression, low self-esteem, anger issues, anxiety, trauma, sleep issues, aggression, tantrums, lying, bullying, OCD and much more. I also assist families in adjusting to new situations such as separation/divorce, moving, birth of a child, grief and loss of a loved one etc.

My passion of helping people find balance with their mind, body and spiritual life has been my vocational calling for the past 20 years. As a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Life Coach and Mindfulness Practioner, I have been trained to help people unlock the power of their subconscious mind. I can help you break through barriers to eliminate anxiety and depression and live a more joyful life with emotional freedom. I am also an Ordained Anglican Priest and have been a parish pastor and a hospice chaplain helping people navigate life-limiting illness while preparing for their death .

Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief , addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional. Whatever you're struggling with, personally or professionally, I'm here for you. I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 20 years experience guiding people through a variety of life changes, tapping back into their strengths, and getting back to living their best selves. I am here to provide a safe, peaceful, and confidential place for you to explore what is bothering you, reconnect your strengths, and get you back on track to living a joyful life.

I work to offer a genuine and safe space for individuals to explore areas of their life they would like support in. I begin the therapeutic process with attachment-based interventions by exploring childhood and how it has shaped the personality and views of the individual. The modalities I most often use are Narrative and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Together we will work to identify the narratives, or stories, that have been created based on your experiences. We will explore where they originated from, how they impact you now and how to re-write these narratives if they are no longer serving you.

I believe the answers we are searching for are found within ourselves. It may take the support and trust of a skillful therapist in feeling safe in revealing our true selves and bringing purpose and meaning to our lives. By uncovering the blocks and developing the courage to shine a light on our authentic self, you discover the self you have been seeking. I'll support you in developing a plan that best serves your goals towards a path of self discovery and empowerment. I feel personal growth is connected to mind, body and spirit.

Womanhood can be joyful, beautiful and also incredibly challenging. We experience life transitions, career decisions, moving, infertility, pregnancy, parenting, changing body and personal identity, juggling work and family responsibilities. This may lead us to feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lonely, lost or stuck.

Welcome! As your therapist, I prioritize providing a warm and non-judgmental space to process life experiences. I work from a client-centered foundation where genuineness and warmth are central to healing. I enjoy working with individuals, teens, and couples who want to face and work through difficult problems to enhance their relationships. I have a special interest in grief and loss as well as intergenerational trauma. However, one of my greatest passions is empowering people who struggle with the stigma surrounding mental health and support services, particularly regarding their families and culture.

I specialize in working with patients and/or family members dealing with adjustment reactions to medical illnesses including: cancer, neurological, aging, various physical/mental challenges: with associated grief ; loss ; depression; anxiety. I teach different coping strategies to deal with these issues. Including: Cognitive Behavioral techniques; Relaxation/stress reduction exercises; in naming just a couple of means of working with these difficult and often painful situations.

My approach to therapy is based on integrating theories from a family systems perspective, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, & Attachment Theory. While I enjoy working with all client populations my specialties are LGBTQ issues, relationship issues, chronic illness and pain, terminal illness, grief and loss . I see each client as uniquely special, and deserving of life's best. My goal is to help each client discover who they are meant to be regardless of their experience. I especially like coaching individuals in the corporate setting, helping them to achieve their personal best in the office and at home.

I’d like to introduce myself to you a bit. I decided to get into therapy because I struggled and still at times struggle with self-doubt, shame, and guilt. My pain doesn’t make me incapable or unable to succeed, it makes me human. My personal journey has given me empathy and passion to want to help others in similar circumstances. I grew up thinking life was meant to be hard and admitting weakness and showing emotion, besides happiness, was not ok. I had to comply and I had to hold everything in to simply survive. During many moments, I knew I needed support and needed someone who would not judge, such as a therapist like myself.