Grief Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Eric Alcala At Cauley Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
In my practice, I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma and the complexities of grief and loss.
Coping with depression and anxiety is challenging. Every day you strive to navigate stressors more effectively. It is realistic to gain insight into and reframe your thought processes. By recognizing your thought patterns, you will appreciate your unique strengths and values, empowering you to progress towards a meaningful direction in your personal and professional endeavors.
In my practice, I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma and the complexities of grief and loss.
Coping with depression and anxiety is challenging. Every day you strive to navigate stressors more effectively. It is realistic to gain insight into and reframe your thought processes. By recognizing your thought patterns, you will appreciate your unique strengths and values, empowering you to progress towards a meaningful direction in your personal and professional endeavors.
I am passionate about working with others and feel honored in being part of someone's journey of self-discovery as they uncover the root and causes of their lack of connection with others, depression, anxiety, and grief.
I work from a traditional and depth psychological framework where there is room for evidence-based practices as well as the unconscious work of dreams, images, and archetypes. Our depression or anxiety is simply an expression of something deeper inside of us that wants to be heard.
I am passionate about working with others and feel honored in being part of someone's journey of self-discovery as they uncover the root and causes of their lack of connection with others, depression, anxiety, and grief.
I work from a traditional and depth psychological framework where there is room for evidence-based practices as well as the unconscious work of dreams, images, and archetypes. Our depression or anxiety is simply an expression of something deeper inside of us that wants to be heard.
My clients struggle with issues related to depression, anxiety, loss, adoption, psychological trauma, childhood development, parenting, and everyday stressors.
Informed by psychodynamic, systems, and cognitive behavioral theories, I strive to understand each client as a unique individual in their own context. I believe in the power of the human spirit to strive toward growth and connection and take great joy in supporting my clients on their path.
My clients struggle with issues related to depression, anxiety, loss, adoption, psychological trauma, childhood development, parenting, and everyday stressors.
Informed by psychodynamic, systems, and cognitive behavioral theories, I strive to understand each client as a unique individual in their own context. I believe in the power of the human spirit to strive toward growth and connection and take great joy in supporting my clients on their path.
Also working through trauma and grief through means of EMDR.
It's frustrating living in a world that makes you feel "othered." Being in a marginalized group, it often feels like you're experiencing things alone. I'm here to tell you that you're not alone. I know what it can feel like to be oppressed, discriminated, and told that you don't belong. I have muscular dystrophy. As someone who is extremely familiar with obstacles, it can be isolating at times. That's why I'm super passionate about social justice and making sure there's ways to navigate ableism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination. I'm also very COVID cautious and acknowledge how scary COVID still is.
Also working through trauma and grief through means of EMDR.
It's frustrating living in a world that makes you feel "othered." Being in a marginalized group, it often feels like you're experiencing things alone. I'm here to tell you that you're not alone. I know what it can feel like to be oppressed, discriminated, and told that you don't belong. I have muscular dystrophy. As someone who is extremely familiar with obstacles, it can be isolating at times. That's why I'm super passionate about social justice and making sure there's ways to navigate ableism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination. I'm also very COVID cautious and acknowledge how scary COVID still is.
I am a clinical psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals through the challenges of grief and loss, trauma, and other life disruptions, as well as daily stress and worries.
My approach is holistic, blending evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and biofeedback with eastern philosophies, such as mindfulness and self-compassion. My practice is distinct in its incorporation of spirituality and soul-connection, guiding you toward reconnecting with your true self.
I am a clinical psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals through the challenges of grief and loss, trauma, and other life disruptions, as well as daily stress and worries.
My approach is holistic, blending evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and biofeedback with eastern philosophies, such as mindfulness and self-compassion. My practice is distinct in its incorporation of spirituality and soul-connection, guiding you toward reconnecting with your true self.
Other challenges I support individuals with include perfectionism, overly responsible, avoidance, fight or flight responses relationship issues & grief.
I support couples to reduce arguing, minimize devaluing one another, and overcome shutting down during conflict. I also help couples with feelings of being misunderstood, unheard, rejected or attacked. I teach tools that support partners to conquer these challenges together by truly understanding what each other needs to feel secure and loved.
Other challenges I support individuals with include perfectionism, overly responsible, avoidance, fight or flight responses relationship issues & grief.
I support couples to reduce arguing, minimize devaluing one another, and overcome shutting down during conflict. I also help couples with feelings of being misunderstood, unheard, rejected or attacked. I teach tools that support partners to conquer these challenges together by truly understanding what each other needs to feel secure and loved.
I specialize in supporting those who have experienced loss, trauma, narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse, physical/emotional abuse, depression, anxiety, co-dependency, relationship issues, work and life stress, and difficult life transitions Together, we will focus on your strengths, prior successes, and your future hopes and wishes.
Specializations: Trauma & Abuse; Grief & Loss; Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; Stress Management; Life Changes & Transitions.
I specialize in supporting those who have experienced loss, trauma, narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse, physical/emotional abuse, depression, anxiety, co-dependency, relationship issues, work and life stress, and difficult life transitions Together, we will focus on your strengths, prior successes, and your future hopes and wishes.
Specializations: Trauma & Abuse; Grief & Loss; Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; Stress Management; Life Changes & Transitions.
I treat individual adults with a focus on ADHD as well as a breadth of other areas such as aging, anxiety, codependency, coping skills, chronic illness, depression, grief, job-related issues, life transitions, marital/pre-marital issues, mood disorders, parenting, prenatal/postpartum, relationships, self-esteem, & stress, amongst others.
I foster a safe and accepting environment so that we can speak respectfully and genuinely to one another and so that the client can feel secure, relaxed, connected and heard. I work closely with clients and together we set attainable, agreed upon treatment goals, and check in regularly to make necessary adjustments and to review the progress being made.
I treat individual adults with a focus on ADHD as well as a breadth of other areas such as aging, anxiety, codependency, coping skills, chronic illness, depression, grief, job-related issues, life transitions, marital/pre-marital issues, mood disorders, parenting, prenatal/postpartum, relationships, self-esteem, & stress, amongst others.
I foster a safe and accepting environment so that we can speak respectfully and genuinely to one another and so that the client can feel secure, relaxed, connected and heard. I work closely with clients and together we set attainable, agreed upon treatment goals, and check in regularly to make necessary adjustments and to review the progress being made.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, fear, hopelessness, or lack of motivation, coping with the painful loss of a loved one, or dealing with intrusive thoughts, I empathize with you.
I provide psychotherapy to adults, teens, and seniors, and I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my primary therapeutic orientation, while integrating Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Existentialism. My approach helps clients adopt healthier coping strategies that lead to meaningful and rewarding lives.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, fear, hopelessness, or lack of motivation, coping with the painful loss of a loved one, or dealing with intrusive thoughts, I empathize with you.
I provide psychotherapy to adults, teens, and seniors, and I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as my primary therapeutic orientation, while integrating Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Existentialism. My approach helps clients adopt healthier coping strategies that lead to meaningful and rewarding lives.
My areas of clinical focus include grief, intersectional identities, relationships, life transitions, family, systemic oppression and trauma.
I believe that the current framework of "mental illness" tells us that we are the problem. You are not the problem. While society encourages us to “fix” or “stop” painful emotional experiences, I hope to remove the expectation that we need “fixing” in order to thrive. I want to help you feel more connected, authentic and empowered in yourself and in your relationships. Together, we can incorporate and honor all of who you are (mind, body, spirit, community) and begin a healing journey that is centered on the foundation you want for your life and your future.
My areas of clinical focus include grief, intersectional identities, relationships, life transitions, family, systemic oppression and trauma.
I believe that the current framework of "mental illness" tells us that we are the problem. You are not the problem. While society encourages us to “fix” or “stop” painful emotional experiences, I hope to remove the expectation that we need “fixing” in order to thrive. I want to help you feel more connected, authentic and empowered in yourself and in your relationships. Together, we can incorporate and honor all of who you are (mind, body, spirit, community) and begin a healing journey that is centered on the foundation you want for your life and your future.
I specialize in grief & loss, transitions, and couples counseling with additional experience working with Veterans, Active Duty, and Military families.
Hello, pull up a chair and let's chat. I approach therapy with the belief that 1) life is full of highs & lows, 2) we aren't born with all the healthy coping tools, and 3) that with compassionate support we can grow from these experiences to level up. Our brain & body are fascinating systems and I enjoy teaching people how they contribute to our actions and feelings. I have 10+ years of experience offering individual and couples (pre-marital & marriage) counseling with emphasis on communication using an eclectic empowered approach based in Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, along with different approaches.
I specialize in grief & loss, transitions, and couples counseling with additional experience working with Veterans, Active Duty, and Military families.
Hello, pull up a chair and let's chat. I approach therapy with the belief that 1) life is full of highs & lows, 2) we aren't born with all the healthy coping tools, and 3) that with compassionate support we can grow from these experiences to level up. Our brain & body are fascinating systems and I enjoy teaching people how they contribute to our actions and feelings. I have 10+ years of experience offering individual and couples (pre-marital & marriage) counseling with emphasis on communication using an eclectic empowered approach based in Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, along with different approaches.
Meet Our Grief Therapists
I'm honored to share space with people who bring the effects of Trauma and Loss to session.
Soy una terapeuta bilingüe, Chicana, y local. Ayuda a personas batallando con su pasado, miedos, perdidas y traumas. Ayuda encontrar balance desarollar maneras saludables de salir adelante, Estoy entrenada en terapia EMDR, ayuda para que tomen los pasos adecuados para sanar,. Ofrezco asesoramientos para Inmigracion. UVISA, VAWA Asilo
I'm honored to share space with people who bring the effects of Trauma and Loss to session.
Soy una terapeuta bilingüe, Chicana, y local. Ayuda a personas batallando con su pasado, miedos, perdidas y traumas. Ayuda encontrar balance desarollar maneras saludables de salir adelante, Estoy entrenada en terapia EMDR, ayuda para que tomen los pasos adecuados para sanar,. Ofrezco asesoramientos para Inmigracion. UVISA, VAWA Asilo
My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, immigration, cultural issues, crisis intervention, and grief/ loss.
Since I'm trained in EMDR with a trauma-focused professional background, I worked with a lot of people who have suffered different major life traumas, including immigration, torture, rape, religion, and family/childhood trauma.
My specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, immigration, cultural issues, crisis intervention, and grief/ loss.
Since I'm trained in EMDR with a trauma-focused professional background, I worked with a lot of people who have suffered different major life traumas, including immigration, torture, rape, religion, and family/childhood trauma.
I support folks who are activated or shut down - cycling in grief, trauma, and/or anxiety & depressive loops.
Something has you feeling off... You are a hardworking adult who gives it your all. You want to feel good, connected, & supported. But instead, it never feels good enough! You are exhausted & overwhelmed day & night. You find yourself constantly running on empty or on edge. Simple tasks like scheduling and eating feel like chores. You can’t even enjoy a night out if it happens at all. You get along with others, and so many people and communities rely on you. Yet, you feel like you don’t belong, or those you love don’t really see you. Let’s not even start with our society and world.
I support folks who are activated or shut down - cycling in grief, trauma, and/or anxiety & depressive loops.
Something has you feeling off... You are a hardworking adult who gives it your all. You want to feel good, connected, & supported. But instead, it never feels good enough! You are exhausted & overwhelmed day & night. You find yourself constantly running on empty or on edge. Simple tasks like scheduling and eating feel like chores. You can’t even enjoy a night out if it happens at all. You get along with others, and so many people and communities rely on you. Yet, you feel like you don’t belong, or those you love don’t really see you. Let’s not even start with our society and world.
Change can come in the form of a life transition such as moving, a new job, grief and loss, or even a cancer diagnosis.
I have extensive experience in assisting adults experiencing a cancer diagnosis, supporting a loved one with cancer, facing life transitions, living with chronic illness or coping with grief in all of its forms. I also have experience with the LGBTQ+ population.
Change can come in the form of a life transition such as moving, a new job, grief and loss, or even a cancer diagnosis.
I have extensive experience in assisting adults experiencing a cancer diagnosis, supporting a loved one with cancer, facing life transitions, living with chronic illness or coping with grief in all of its forms. I also have experience with the LGBTQ+ population.
Are you struggling with anxiety, adjustment to illness, uncertainty, role changes, loss, or depression?.
My areas of clinical expertise include breast and gynecological cancers, lung cancer, Cystic Fibrosis, and organ transplant. Contact me to discuss how my clinical background and nearly 20 years of hospital social work may be of help to you. I specialize in acceptance commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
Are you struggling with anxiety, adjustment to illness, uncertainty, role changes, loss, or depression?.
My areas of clinical expertise include breast and gynecological cancers, lung cancer, Cystic Fibrosis, and organ transplant. Contact me to discuss how my clinical background and nearly 20 years of hospital social work may be of help to you. I specialize in acceptance commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
Would you benefit from a man who provides empathy and guidance to resolve issues of anxiety, depression or grief?.
Free 20 minute introductory consult by phone.
Would you benefit from a man who provides empathy and guidance to resolve issues of anxiety, depression or grief?.
Free 20 minute introductory consult by phone.
The death of a parent, spouse, or best friend.
I offer a safe, collaborative approach to supporting adults, teens & children. Through non-directive play therapy, I support children in their healing process & work closely with parents along the way. With adults and teens I listen deeply, integrate creative expression, explore skill-building, & ensure you know you are loved and appreciated just as you are.
The death of a parent, spouse, or best friend.
I offer a safe, collaborative approach to supporting adults, teens & children. Through non-directive play therapy, I support children in their healing process & work closely with parents along the way. With adults and teens I listen deeply, integrate creative expression, explore skill-building, & ensure you know you are loved and appreciated just as you are.
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone—I provide a safe, supportive space to navigate anxiety, grief, life’s purpose, or feeling stuck.
With years of experience, I offer a seasoned perspective, working with diverse adults—professionals, students, parents, single, and married. My practice is an inclusive space for all backgrounds, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+. Together, we’ll explore and unlock your hidden potential.
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone—I provide a safe, supportive space to navigate anxiety, grief, life’s purpose, or feeling stuck.
With years of experience, I offer a seasoned perspective, working with diverse adults—professionals, students, parents, single, and married. My practice is an inclusive space for all backgrounds, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+. Together, we’ll explore and unlock your hidden potential.
I specialize in helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma achieve the happier and more fulfilling lives they desire.
Some clients know what they want, but they have obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. Other clients are searching for change and want to create meaning in their lives.
I specialize in helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma achieve the happier and more fulfilling lives they desire.
Some clients know what they want, but they have obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. Other clients are searching for change and want to create meaning in their lives.
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