Grief Therapists in San Jose, CA
Loss that quietly reshapes everything.
Using the Gottman Method and a culturally grounded approach, I help you move from stuck to steady. With 10 years of experience working with young adults and nontraditional students to nonprofit mental health, I aim to create supportive therapy spaces for historically marginalized individuals/communities to explore their mental health.
Loss that quietly reshapes everything.
Using the Gottman Method and a culturally grounded approach, I help you move from stuck to steady. With 10 years of experience working with young adults and nontraditional students to nonprofit mental health, I aim to create supportive therapy spaces for historically marginalized individuals/communities to explore their mental health.
Whether you are exploring something new, figuring out who you are, or grieving what used to be and what you thought your future would look like, you are welcome here.
My therapy approach is centered in facilitating a collaborative process, rooted in social justice and evidence-based best practices, where we work together to identify what you want to work on, create a plan to get you there, and engage in open communication to ensure that you are getting the most appropriate and effective support - with fun along the way.
Whether you are exploring something new, figuring out who you are, or grieving what used to be and what you thought your future would look like, you are welcome here.
My therapy approach is centered in facilitating a collaborative process, rooted in social justice and evidence-based best practices, where we work together to identify what you want to work on, create a plan to get you there, and engage in open communication to ensure that you are getting the most appropriate and effective support - with fun along the way.
You feel soul-tired from carrying losses no one seems to fully see— grief, illness, disconnection, the weight of a thousand unspoken goodbyes.
You dream of feeling at ease in your body and at home in the world around you. You long for quiet moments of rest, belonging that feels steady and real, and the freedom to honor both grief and joy without fear of being “too much.” Most of all, you hope for relationships where you feel gently seen, understood, and deeply cared for.
You feel soul-tired from carrying losses no one seems to fully see— grief, illness, disconnection, the weight of a thousand unspoken goodbyes.
You dream of feeling at ease in your body and at home in the world around you. You long for quiet moments of rest, belonging that feels steady and real, and the freedom to honor both grief and joy without fear of being “too much.” Most of all, you hope for relationships where you feel gently seen, understood, and deeply cared for.
I bring a compassionate and mindfulness-based approach to support clients in creating a new experience of themselves whether they are navigating life transitions or struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or loss.
With a background in grief work, I support clients in the heart-full work around life losses. This can include the end of a relationship, a physical death, or pregnancy/newborn loss. I also work with individuals evaluating whether to end a relationship, and I find special meaning in helping couples bring healthy closure to the end of a committed partnership.
I bring a compassionate and mindfulness-based approach to support clients in creating a new experience of themselves whether they are navigating life transitions or struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or loss.
With a background in grief work, I support clients in the heart-full work around life losses. This can include the end of a relationship, a physical death, or pregnancy/newborn loss. I also work with individuals evaluating whether to end a relationship, and I find special meaning in helping couples bring healthy closure to the end of a committed partnership.
Or, you are a parent, a teen or young adult experiencing stress or loss of a loved one or a relationship.
I am knowledgeable in Behavioral Health, Medical/Geriatrics, Dementia, long term care planning. I am trained in grief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing. I support my clients in review of values, taking a client centered approach. I will promote your healing through review of what matters most from a whole health perspective.
Or, you are a parent, a teen or young adult experiencing stress or loss of a loved one or a relationship.
I am knowledgeable in Behavioral Health, Medical/Geriatrics, Dementia, long term care planning. I am trained in grief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing. I support my clients in review of values, taking a client centered approach. I will promote your healing through review of what matters most from a whole health perspective.
I provide services to those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, coping with medical issues/ chronic illness, pregnancy/ postpartum issues, parenting/ relationship issues, life transitions and trauma.
Are you feeling sad, anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel angry and frustrated at life? Do you find yourself feeling lost, stuck in old patterns and scared that life will never change? You are not alone. Making changes in life may seem overwhelming. I am here to help! No matter your story, I believe that we all have within us the strength and courage to create a life filled with joy, connection and peace. It may feel difficult to make the decision to embark on a new journey in life through psychotherapy. Often, the first step of reaching out can be the hardest. I am here for you and look forward to guiding you through your journey.
I provide services to those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, coping with medical issues/ chronic illness, pregnancy/ postpartum issues, parenting/ relationship issues, life transitions and trauma.
Are you feeling sad, anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel angry and frustrated at life? Do you find yourself feeling lost, stuck in old patterns and scared that life will never change? You are not alone. Making changes in life may seem overwhelming. I am here to help! No matter your story, I believe that we all have within us the strength and courage to create a life filled with joy, connection and peace. It may feel difficult to make the decision to embark on a new journey in life through psychotherapy. Often, the first step of reaching out can be the hardest. I am here for you and look forward to guiding you through your journey.
I welcome individuals who are navigating a wide range of experiences, from life transitions and adjustment concerns to the lasting effects of significant trauma. Many people come to therapy feeling anxious, emotionally heavy, or disconnected and hoping for both a compassionate space to be deeply understood and practical support that makes everyday life feel easier. I see therapy as a collaborative relationship—one where we listen with curiosity and care, build useful skills together, and gently work toward a life that feels more balanced and meaningful.
I welcome individuals who are navigating a wide range of experiences, from life transitions and adjustment concerns to the lasting effects of significant trauma. Many people come to therapy feeling anxious, emotionally heavy, or disconnected and hoping for both a compassionate space to be deeply understood and practical support that makes everyday life feel easier. I see therapy as a collaborative relationship—one where we listen with curiosity and care, build useful skills together, and gently work toward a life that feels more balanced and meaningful.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you find it difficult to prioritize your own needs and well-being? Many people feel overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about how to manage their relationships, careers, and lives. I will work with you to discover your deeper self and strengthen your relationships. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, we will explore your experiences and challenges, building self-awareness and growth. My goal is to support you in finding meaning, resilience, and connection in your life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you find it difficult to prioritize your own needs and well-being? Many people feel overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about how to manage their relationships, careers, and lives. I will work with you to discover your deeper self and strengthen your relationships. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, we will explore your experiences and challenges, building self-awareness and growth. My goal is to support you in finding meaning, resilience, and connection in your life.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and the lasting effects of attachment wounds.
Whether you're navigating painful life experiences, struggling with overwhelming emotions, or longing to deepen your relationship with God and others, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can process your story, build resilience, and move toward the life God intends for you.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and the lasting effects of attachment wounds.
Whether you're navigating painful life experiences, struggling with overwhelming emotions, or longing to deepen your relationship with God and others, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can process your story, build resilience, and move toward the life God intends for you.
My name is Wilene Chang, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Jose, California, and working with clients in-person or via telehealth. I work with young adults and the elderly population, specializing in anxiety, stress, life concerns, using Client-Centered Therapy and the Humanistic Approach, allowing clients to make progress and trusting in me to support their concerns. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for most adults of various backgrounds, who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions and social pressures.
My name is Wilene Chang, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Jose, California, and working with clients in-person or via telehealth. I work with young adults and the elderly population, specializing in anxiety, stress, life concerns, using Client-Centered Therapy and the Humanistic Approach, allowing clients to make progress and trusting in me to support their concerns. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for most adults of various backgrounds, who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions and social pressures.
Other therapies utilized include CBT, DBT, Grief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, & Attachment Therapy to name a few.
As Executive Clinical Director of our Counseling Center, we would like to welcome you to Flourish Christian Counseling. My passion is working in partnership with my clients, to encourage and support them as they face life bravely, while empowering them to flourish in hope, freedom and growth.
Other therapies utilized include CBT, DBT, Grief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, & Attachment Therapy to name a few.
As Executive Clinical Director of our Counseling Center, we would like to welcome you to Flourish Christian Counseling. My passion is working in partnership with my clients, to encourage and support them as they face life bravely, while empowering them to flourish in hope, freedom and growth.
Working from a more holistic approach to therapy, integrating both somatic and transpersonal facets to our conscious experience of life, I assist clients, through mindfulness, meditation, dreams and expressive arts to access, trust and develop strengths, attributes and resources to cope with anxiety, depression, body dysphoria, pain, grief and loss.
I choose to see life's challenges as invitations to know ourselves more honestly, and to accept ourselves as we are. I believe that when individuals are self-aware they experience life as more meaningful and challenges as less distressing. I help individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationship issues, to embrace their wholeness and strengthen inner resources not yet recognized. From this place of knowing and alternate or adjusted perspective, individuals develop compassion for self and other, gain confidence in relationships, and feel more assured in their ability to address the challenges life presents.
Working from a more holistic approach to therapy, integrating both somatic and transpersonal facets to our conscious experience of life, I assist clients, through mindfulness, meditation, dreams and expressive arts to access, trust and develop strengths, attributes and resources to cope with anxiety, depression, body dysphoria, pain, grief and loss.
I choose to see life's challenges as invitations to know ourselves more honestly, and to accept ourselves as we are. I believe that when individuals are self-aware they experience life as more meaningful and challenges as less distressing. I help individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationship issues, to embrace their wholeness and strengthen inner resources not yet recognized. From this place of knowing and alternate or adjusted perspective, individuals develop compassion for self and other, gain confidence in relationships, and feel more assured in their ability to address the challenges life presents.
Are you tired of being overwhelmed by thoughts that leave you feeling hopeless or helpless? Are you feeling like it's time to take the step of getting help? You're not alone. Whether your current beliefs and behaviors are a result of childhood, relationship, or work experiences, help is only a phone call away. I work with you in a way that helps you understand where those disturbing beliefs and behaviors come from. I help you become the YOU that you have always wanted to be. My therapy environment is a casual, safe, and nurturing place where you can let your guard down.
Are you tired of being overwhelmed by thoughts that leave you feeling hopeless or helpless? Are you feeling like it's time to take the step of getting help? You're not alone. Whether your current beliefs and behaviors are a result of childhood, relationship, or work experiences, help is only a phone call away. I work with you in a way that helps you understand where those disturbing beliefs and behaviors come from. I help you become the YOU that you have always wanted to be. My therapy environment is a casual, safe, and nurturing place where you can let your guard down.
People often come to me when they are navigating transitions - maybe a change in a relationship, a major loss, a job situation, even a sense of identity - or struggling with emotions or behaviors that feel hard to manage.
I have a strong background in DBT and also draw from IFS, existential therapy, and mindfulness. I'm engaged, direct, warm, and often funny. I won't just nod and ask how that makes you feel. We'll pay attention to what happens between us, challenge things when useful, and figure out what actually helps.
People often come to me when they are navigating transitions - maybe a change in a relationship, a major loss, a job situation, even a sense of identity - or struggling with emotions or behaviors that feel hard to manage.
I have a strong background in DBT and also draw from IFS, existential therapy, and mindfulness. I'm engaged, direct, warm, and often funny. I won't just nod and ask how that makes you feel. We'll pay attention to what happens between us, challenge things when useful, and figure out what actually helps.
We support clients navigating life transitions, trauma, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, and grief.
Our therapy is grounded in systems work, family dynamics, and IFS-informed care. We integrate EMDR, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and narrative practices to help you heal from past wounds, strengthen emotional regulation, and reconnect with your authentic self. We tailor each approach to meet your unique needs and goals.
We support clients navigating life transitions, trauma, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, and grief.
Our therapy is grounded in systems work, family dynamics, and IFS-informed care. We integrate EMDR, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and narrative practices to help you heal from past wounds, strengthen emotional regulation, and reconnect with your authentic self. We tailor each approach to meet your unique needs and goals.
Are you experiencing the loss of a loved one, a relationship or a job, or perhaps you have lost your sense of self and just feel stuck?
I specialize in individuals and couples who are stuck, life and career transitions, anxiety, parenting issues and emerging adults who often feel isolated and overwhelmed. Having spent part of my training in hospice, I also have a special connection to those who are grieving or experiencing anticipatory grief.
Are you experiencing the loss of a loved one, a relationship or a job, or perhaps you have lost your sense of self and just feel stuck?
I specialize in individuals and couples who are stuck, life and career transitions, anxiety, parenting issues and emerging adults who often feel isolated and overwhelmed. Having spent part of my training in hospice, I also have a special connection to those who are grieving or experiencing anticipatory grief.
Healing Through EMDR and Integrative Therapy-
Trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life stressors can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to define your life.
In addition to EMDR, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) principles. I have also completed basic training in Rapid Resolution Therapy. Because no single approach works for everyone, I tailor therapy to fit your unique needs, drawing from my training and experience to help you.
Healing Through EMDR and Integrative Therapy-
Trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and life stressors can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to define your life.
In addition to EMDR, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) principles. I have also completed basic training in Rapid Resolution Therapy. Because no single approach works for everyone, I tailor therapy to fit your unique needs, drawing from my training and experience to help you.
I work with adults who are facing life changes, emotional regulation (anxiety and depression), grief and loss, improving communication skills and challenges in relationships.
My emphasis is on identifying strengths and building them. My focus is to observe, describe, & explore options with curiosity and willingness to test out options. Evidenced based practice modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I work with adults who are facing life changes, emotional regulation (anxiety and depression), grief and loss, improving communication skills and challenges in relationships.
My emphasis is on identifying strengths and building them. My focus is to observe, describe, & explore options with curiosity and willingness to test out options. Evidenced based practice modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
You used to be able to talk. Now there are topics you've silently agreed to avoid — because every time you try, it ends the same way. The distance has grown so quietly you almost didn't notice. And now, in the same house, in the same bed, you feel alone. The problem is rarely what couples think it is. Beneath the argument is something your partner has been trying to tell you — that neither of you has been able to hear. Because we all carry filters — shaped by our families, our cultures, our histories — that quietly distort what we receive.
You used to be able to talk. Now there are topics you've silently agreed to avoid — because every time you try, it ends the same way. The distance has grown so quietly you almost didn't notice. And now, in the same house, in the same bed, you feel alone. The problem is rarely what couples think it is. Beneath the argument is something your partner has been trying to tell you — that neither of you has been able to hear. Because we all carry filters — shaped by our families, our cultures, our histories — that quietly distort what we receive.
I support adults, couples, families, and older adults through depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship challenges—always centering empathy, safety, and emotional connection in our work.
Maybe you’re feeling anxious, stressed, overwhelmed by grief, or just unsure how to move forward. You might be a parent trying to hold everything together, a partner wanting more connection, or someone facing big career changes. My clients often seek therapy when emotions become too much to manage on their own.
I support adults, couples, families, and older adults through depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship challenges—always centering empathy, safety, and emotional connection in our work.
Maybe you’re feeling anxious, stressed, overwhelmed by grief, or just unsure how to move forward. You might be a parent trying to hold everything together, a partner wanting more connection, or someone facing big career changes. My clients often seek therapy when emotions become too much to manage on their own.
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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.