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Fredrica J Gover
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
Jill Gover, Ph.D., PSY13880, is a clinical psychologist, specializing in codependency, mood disorders, stress management, self-esteem, chronic pain, aging, grief & loss, and trauma issues. She uses evidence-based treatment protocols that focus on identifying strengths and building resiliencies. For the past 15 years, Dr. G has worked at The LGBT Community Center of the Desert and Desert AIDS Project, where she developed several specific treatment programs for the LGBTQ+ community, including a Long-term Survivors (LTS) therapy group for gay men aging with HIV.
Jill Gover, Ph.D., PSY13880, is a clinical psychologist, specializing in codependency, mood disorders, stress management, self-esteem, chronic pain, aging, grief & loss, and trauma issues. She uses evidence-based treatment protocols that focus on identifying strengths and building resiliencies. For the past 15 years, Dr. G has worked at The LGBT Community Center of the Desert and Desert AIDS Project, where she developed several specific treatment programs for the LGBTQ+ community, including a Long-term Survivors (LTS) therapy group for gay men aging with HIV.
(562) 784-5619 View (562) 784-5619
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Starr Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
In my experience, my style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with challenges coping with trauma, grief and loss, social pressures, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
In my experience, my style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with challenges coping with trauma, grief and loss, social pressures, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
(714) 844-7985 View (714) 844-7985
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Guadalupe Solache
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92802
Therapy is a place to feel understood and safe. My approach to therapy is collaborative, warm, and strength-based. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, transitions and adjustment, grief, parenting, and family communication.
Therapy is a place to feel understood and safe. My approach to therapy is collaborative, warm, and strength-based. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, transitions and adjustment, grief, parenting, and family communication.
(415) 903-6059 View (415) 903-6059
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Orchid D. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT, LPCC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
Life, loss, trauma, dysfunctional relationships, addiction and more can prevent you from living a productive and healthy life.
My approach to therapy is insight oriented, solution focused and centered on helping you become more conscious of your thoughts, feelings and integrating the two in order to help you live a more fulfilled life. Finding the right therapist is a crucial part of the healing process and developing the right connection is key in developing an effective therapeutic relationship. Choose someone whose experience you trust supported by online reviews, someone who you like as a person and someone who sees the untapped possibilities in you. I will be dedicated to ensuring you get the best quality care possible!
Life, loss, trauma, dysfunctional relationships, addiction and more can prevent you from living a productive and healthy life.
My approach to therapy is insight oriented, solution focused and centered on helping you become more conscious of your thoughts, feelings and integrating the two in order to help you live a more fulfilled life. Finding the right therapist is a crucial part of the healing process and developing the right connection is key in developing an effective therapeutic relationship. Choose someone whose experience you trust supported by online reviews, someone who you like as a person and someone who sees the untapped possibilities in you. I will be dedicated to ensuring you get the best quality care possible!
(657) 500-3563 View (657) 500-3563
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Susan Watson
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92807  (Online Only)
Are you ready to explore positive options for your life? Life isn't easy and change is inevitable. We are offered continuous learning opportunities as we progress on our journey. It takes courage, strength, and awareness to identify and overcome barriers to self-acceptance and inner peace. Therapy is a useful tool to gain the self-awareness and insight necessary for healing and positive change. No matter what your goals are overcoming trauma/loss; learning useful methods of communication; improving relationships; dealing with uncomfortable emotions; and more success and positive change can be achieved!
Are you ready to explore positive options for your life? Life isn't easy and change is inevitable. We are offered continuous learning opportunities as we progress on our journey. It takes courage, strength, and awareness to identify and overcome barriers to self-acceptance and inner peace. Therapy is a useful tool to gain the self-awareness and insight necessary for healing and positive change. No matter what your goals are overcoming trauma/loss; learning useful methods of communication; improving relationships; dealing with uncomfortable emotions; and more success and positive change can be achieved!
(424) 699-3037 View (424) 699-3037
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Keelan Aponte
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92801
Psychology Today Bio Are you grappling with feelings of depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief? Do these struggles spill over into various areas of your life, from personal relationships to your professional endeavors? Perhaps you feel ensnared in a cycle, wondering why these things keep happening. You're not alone in facing these hurdles; countless others have walked similar paths. However, your journey is uniquely yours, and only you hold the key to the life you envision.
Psychology Today Bio Are you grappling with feelings of depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief? Do these struggles spill over into various areas of your life, from personal relationships to your professional endeavors? Perhaps you feel ensnared in a cycle, wondering why these things keep happening. You're not alone in facing these hurdles; countless others have walked similar paths. However, your journey is uniquely yours, and only you hold the key to the life you envision.
(714) 881-1567 View (714) 881-1567
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Rhonda Suite
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92807
Do you have a desire to move through frustrations, anger, grief or pain, but are unable to do it alone? I'd like to help. Whether the conflict is revealing itself in a personal struggle or with a relationship difficulty, I can come along side you to move towards healing, peace and hope.
Do you have a desire to move through frustrations, anger, grief or pain, but are unable to do it alone? I'd like to help. Whether the conflict is revealing itself in a personal struggle or with a relationship difficulty, I can come along side you to move towards healing, peace and hope.
(714) 248-8813 View (714) 248-8813
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Diana On
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
Although I treat a variety of mental health disorders (ex: ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD), I also help people facing other issues such as: grief/loss, chronic illness/pain, major life events, infertility, self-esteem.
Hi there, I'm Diana On, LCSW 80518. I believe that all healthy, successful therapeutic relationships are built on trust, communication, and commitment. I do my best to be authentic and sincere to create a safe space for people to be heard, be supported, and to grow. I use my own personal and professional experiences to work alongside clients and help others tap into their own inherent strengths to enhance their success. The foundation of my work is in forging strong alliances and in providing critical info and education to foster self-awareness and one's development.
Although I treat a variety of mental health disorders (ex: ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD), I also help people facing other issues such as: grief/loss, chronic illness/pain, major life events, infertility, self-esteem.
Hi there, I'm Diana On, LCSW 80518. I believe that all healthy, successful therapeutic relationships are built on trust, communication, and commitment. I do my best to be authentic and sincere to create a safe space for people to be heard, be supported, and to grow. I use my own personal and professional experiences to work alongside clients and help others tap into their own inherent strengths to enhance their success. The foundation of my work is in forging strong alliances and in providing critical info and education to foster self-awareness and one's development.
(714) 248-0512 View (714) 248-0512
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Maral Arakelian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad or unsure of what's going on, I'm glad you are here. Change can be difficult, but there is hope. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish this change in a safe and compassionate environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can be difficult. As my client you can expect a sensitive, flexible and interactive approach in my practice. My experience over the past 20 years includes treating children, adolescents, families and adults who have experienced childhood trauma, relationship and parenting issues, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad or unsure of what's going on, I'm glad you are here. Change can be difficult, but there is hope. I am here to provide you with tools and coping skills to accomplish this change in a safe and compassionate environment set at a comfortable pace to ease the process that can be difficult. As my client you can expect a sensitive, flexible and interactive approach in my practice. My experience over the past 20 years includes treating children, adolescents, families and adults who have experienced childhood trauma, relationship and parenting issues, anxiety, depression and grief/loss.
(562) 553-6719 View (562) 553-6719
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Fran Roslin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
anxiety, depression, eating disorders especially emotional overeaters, co-dependency, teaching coping skills, grief and loss, relationship issues, and many others.
Hiense My name is Fran Roslin, LMFT. Are you looking for a therapist who is direct, engaging, and compassionate with a sense of humor? That's me. I focus on women's issues, couples, adolescents with problems in day-to-day living to more complex issues that have reached crisis level. I believe our journey in life is sometimes complicated and difficult. It is during those times when we are feeling most alone, that we need to surround ourselves with people who have our back.
anxiety, depression, eating disorders especially emotional overeaters, co-dependency, teaching coping skills, grief and loss, relationship issues, and many others.
Hiense My name is Fran Roslin, LMFT. Are you looking for a therapist who is direct, engaging, and compassionate with a sense of humor? That's me. I focus on women's issues, couples, adolescents with problems in day-to-day living to more complex issues that have reached crisis level. I believe our journey in life is sometimes complicated and difficult. It is during those times when we are feeling most alone, that we need to surround ourselves with people who have our back.
(657) 837-5795 View (657) 837-5795
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Brianna Snead
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
I also embrace work with end-of-life processes including grief and loss, anxiety, and stress.
Welcome! I am a California Licensed Social Worker who has worked with clients with a wide range of issues. My clinical style is holistic and person-centered and follows a strength-based perspective tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I employ combined approaches that include, Psychodynamic, Behavioral and Solution Focused techniques to name a few.
I also embrace work with end-of-life processes including grief and loss, anxiety, and stress.
Welcome! I am a California Licensed Social Worker who has worked with clients with a wide range of issues. My clinical style is holistic and person-centered and follows a strength-based perspective tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I employ combined approaches that include, Psychodynamic, Behavioral and Solution Focused techniques to name a few.
(714) 215-9728 View (714) 215-9728
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Neda Rivera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
Neda G Rivera Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist We all can suffer from trauma, stress, loss, pain, relationship, and work issues. Sometimes it is very difficult to ask for help. Seeking counseling does not mean that there is something wrong with us. Seeking counseling helps us to process those feelings and manage symptoms. do not like to label my clients. I am more interested in guiding my clients and helping them during that process. Helping you during those difficult times to manage and cope are my top priorities.
Neda G Rivera Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist We all can suffer from trauma, stress, loss, pain, relationship, and work issues. Sometimes it is very difficult to ask for help. Seeking counseling does not mean that there is something wrong with us. Seeking counseling helps us to process those feelings and manage symptoms. do not like to label my clients. I am more interested in guiding my clients and helping them during that process. Helping you during those difficult times to manage and cope are my top priorities.
(714) 276-8730 View (714) 276-8730
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Stephanie Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
Hi my name is Stephanie Clark, LMFT. I have a depth approach, understanding where you have come from to where you are today. I focus on codependency, grief and loss process, addiction, domestic violence, cognitive distortions, healthy relationship attributes versus toxic attributes, and emotional maturity. I have worked with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and marriage and family difficulties. I typically work with adults 18 and older, couples, and individuals.
Hi my name is Stephanie Clark, LMFT. I have a depth approach, understanding where you have come from to where you are today. I focus on codependency, grief and loss process, addiction, domestic violence, cognitive distortions, healthy relationship attributes versus toxic attributes, and emotional maturity. I have worked with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and marriage and family difficulties. I typically work with adults 18 and older, couples, and individuals.
(657) 837-5997 View (657) 837-5997
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Leslie Romero-Gallegos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
I have experience working with adults who suffer from mood disorders, daily stress, grief, relationship issues, women's issues, and anxiety disorders.
Hello, My name is Leslie Romero-Gallegos and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Southern California. I work with adult individuals who are struggling in many areas of their mental health.
I have experience working with adults who suffer from mood disorders, daily stress, grief, relationship issues, women's issues, and anxiety disorders.
Hello, My name is Leslie Romero-Gallegos and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Southern California. I work with adult individuals who are struggling in many areas of their mental health.
(657) 837-5888 View (657) 837-5888
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Laura Goddard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
My name is Laura Goddard, I have a master's degree and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist. My specialty Mostly: Couples, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Bereavement, Work Related stressors, and ADHD. Marriage counseling, job related stress, ADHD, Trauma and Bereavement, and adolescents. Lately, I have been successful with clients over 60 years old dealing with the upcoming retirements and life after as they embrace a new chapter in their life. My Approach: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focus, Inside Oriented Approach, and Trauma Informed.
My name is Laura Goddard, I have a master's degree and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist. My specialty Mostly: Couples, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Bereavement, Work Related stressors, and ADHD. Marriage counseling, job related stress, ADHD, Trauma and Bereavement, and adolescents. Lately, I have been successful with clients over 60 years old dealing with the upcoming retirements and life after as they embrace a new chapter in their life. My Approach: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focus, Inside Oriented Approach, and Trauma Informed.
(657) 256-3759 View (657) 256-3759
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Jaclyn Decarlo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
Other areas of interest are helping individuals with stress management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and personal growth.
Hello my name is Jaclyn, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is experienced working with individuals with co-occurring chemical dependency and mental health issues. Many of my previous clients have also struggled with chronic homelessness and have had involvement in the criminal justice system.
Other areas of interest are helping individuals with stress management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and personal growth.
Hello my name is Jaclyn, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is experienced working with individuals with co-occurring chemical dependency and mental health issues. Many of my previous clients have also struggled with chronic homelessness and have had involvement in the criminal justice system.
(714) 709-2246 View (714) 709-2246
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Erica Gormley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92802
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals to help increase self-awareness and explore authenticity and stress reduction, which occurs in everyday life. I understand that making a decision to seek help can be difficult so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental to help you feel supported throughout your counseling journey. My approach to therapy includes talk therapy, mindfulness, and various therapeutic techniques, including CBT, stress reduction, & grief counseling.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals to help increase self-awareness and explore authenticity and stress reduction, which occurs in everyday life. I understand that making a decision to seek help can be difficult so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental to help you feel supported throughout your counseling journey. My approach to therapy includes talk therapy, mindfulness, and various therapeutic techniques, including CBT, stress reduction, & grief counseling.
(714) 930-1719 View (714) 930-1719
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Joshua Javedanfar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
I have experience/have been trained in addressing trauma-related issues, grief and loss, and supporting clients in building resilience and personal empowerment.
Hello, and welcome! I'm Josh Javedanfar, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to support you on your journey toward improved mental well-being. With a compassionate and personalized approach, I strive to create a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth. I tailor all my therapeutic techniques to meet your unique needs. I work with and have had experience working with individuals, families, and couples of diverse backgrounds and ages who may be facing a wide range of mental health concerns.
I have experience/have been trained in addressing trauma-related issues, grief and loss, and supporting clients in building resilience and personal empowerment.
Hello, and welcome! I'm Josh Javedanfar, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to support you on your journey toward improved mental well-being. With a compassionate and personalized approach, I strive to create a safe space for exploration, healing, and growth. I tailor all my therapeutic techniques to meet your unique needs. I work with and have had experience working with individuals, families, and couples of diverse backgrounds and ages who may be facing a wide range of mental health concerns.
(657) 571-4636 View (657) 571-4636
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Laura Ourfalian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and related issues.
My name is Laura Ourfalian and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. and I have been serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management, peer relationships, grief and loss, and personal growth. I utilize an eclectic therapy approach to use the most effective methods to address the individual’s needs by carefully cultivating an intentional, individual plan for each individual.
I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and related issues.
My name is Laura Ourfalian and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. and I have been serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management, peer relationships, grief and loss, and personal growth. I utilize an eclectic therapy approach to use the most effective methods to address the individual’s needs by carefully cultivating an intentional, individual plan for each individual.
(657) 300-5426 View (657) 300-5426
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Lisa Bove
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
I work with those living with grief, stress, depression, anxiety, chronic/acute health issues and relationship struggles.
Hi. I’m Lisa Bove, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Christian minister living in Southern California. I have been practicing as an LCSW for 29 years and have been an ordained minister for longer. In my practice I work with people of all religious backgrounds and have been an active participant in many LGBTQI+ religious congregations. I approach therapy from a holistic and client-centered perspective. I love speaking with people, getting to know them, and helping them realize their strengths and work through their challenges.
I work with those living with grief, stress, depression, anxiety, chronic/acute health issues and relationship struggles.
Hi. I’m Lisa Bove, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Christian minister living in Southern California. I have been practicing as an LCSW for 29 years and have been an ordained minister for longer. In my practice I work with people of all religious backgrounds and have been an active participant in many LGBTQI+ religious congregations. I approach therapy from a holistic and client-centered perspective. I love speaking with people, getting to know them, and helping them realize their strengths and work through their challenges.
(657) 571-2518 View (657) 571-2518
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.