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Micah K. Carlson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93923  (Online Only)
I specialize in personalized grief, trauma, addiction, and loss treatment.
By working together and considering your input, we can effectively tackle any concerns and fulfill your needs to achieve your goals. As Viktor Frankl stated, "Everything can be taken from a person but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's way."
I specialize in personalized grief, trauma, addiction, and loss treatment.
By working together and considering your input, we can effectively tackle any concerns and fulfill your needs to achieve your goals. As Viktor Frankl stated, "Everything can be taken from a person but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's way."
(831) 603-3071 View (831) 603-3071
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Patricia Salgado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93923
My name is Pat and I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist and have helped hundreds of adults, children, couples, and families over the years through the therapy process. I have a BA degree in Psychology from Occidental College, a Master in Social Work degree from Cal State LA, and licensure LCSW from the Board of Behavioral Sciences, California. This year 2022 I am finishing up a certificate of healthcare fellowship from UC Davis in Pain Management.
My name is Pat and I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist and have helped hundreds of adults, children, couples, and families over the years through the therapy process. I have a BA degree in Psychology from Occidental College, a Master in Social Work degree from Cal State LA, and licensure LCSW from the Board of Behavioral Sciences, California. This year 2022 I am finishing up a certificate of healthcare fellowship from UC Davis in Pain Management.
(714) 451-4057 View (714) 451-4057
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Stephanie Chastain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Carmel, CA 93921
Not accepting new clients
If you are experiencing life’s bumps in the road, or feeling like you’re stuck, I can help. I am available to provide you and your family with compassionate, non-judgmental guidance. With 25 years experience, I specialize in relationships, couples, marital issues, divorce recovery, blended families, step parenting, women’s issues and transitions, mid-life changes, step parenting, blended families and military families.
If you are experiencing life’s bumps in the road, or feeling like you’re stuck, I can help. I am available to provide you and your family with compassionate, non-judgmental guidance. With 25 years experience, I specialize in relationships, couples, marital issues, divorce recovery, blended families, step parenting, women’s issues and transitions, mid-life changes, step parenting, blended families and military families.
(831) 216-5385 View (831) 216-5385
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Charlotte A. Sky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Carmel, CA 93923
Not accepting new clients
My approach to my clients is warm, open, and accepting, and, at the same time, I am ready and willing to provide direct and honest feedback. I enjoy bringing a sense of humor and creativity, as well as strong professional ethics to my work. While my initial goal is to work together with my clients to relieve depression, anxiety, trauma, and other problems, ultimately I work with the whole person to develop and utilize his or her strengths to find balance and self-acceptance and to become more open to deeper experiences of love and joy.
My approach to my clients is warm, open, and accepting, and, at the same time, I am ready and willing to provide direct and honest feedback. I enjoy bringing a sense of humor and creativity, as well as strong professional ethics to my work. While my initial goal is to work together with my clients to relieve depression, anxiety, trauma, and other problems, ultimately I work with the whole person to develop and utilize his or her strengths to find balance and self-acceptance and to become more open to deeper experiences of love and joy.
(831) 655-1404 View (831) 655-1404

Online Therapists

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Kathryn Hulse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Hi there, I'm Kathryn! My professional experience as Medical Social Worker and Marriage Family Therapist, along with my personal experiences of loss and life transitions, has improved my understanding of human experiences in adverse environments. The success of my clients, patients, and couples/families is reflected in my ability to think outside the box, be supportive when it comes to change and new ways of thinking, explore self-awareness, and the steps both I and the individual take together.
Hi there, I'm Kathryn! My professional experience as Medical Social Worker and Marriage Family Therapist, along with my personal experiences of loss and life transitions, has improved my understanding of human experiences in adverse environments. The success of my clients, patients, and couples/families is reflected in my ability to think outside the box, be supportive when it comes to change and new ways of thinking, explore self-awareness, and the steps both I and the individual take together.
(951) 724-4857 View (951) 724-4857
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Lesly Abanto Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446
I am a licensed clinical social worker committed to treating individuals and families. I utilize an integrative approach to help my clients get through life challenges. In my experience working with children, youth and families, I've had the opportunity to work with individuals and families from different backgrounds to help them make positive changes in life. Specialty areas include but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, work-life-balance, life transitions, bereavement/grief, stress management, decision making skills, conflict resolution, communication skills, and parenting.
I am a licensed clinical social worker committed to treating individuals and families. I utilize an integrative approach to help my clients get through life challenges. In my experience working with children, youth and families, I've had the opportunity to work with individuals and families from different backgrounds to help them make positive changes in life. Specialty areas include but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, work-life-balance, life transitions, bereavement/grief, stress management, decision making skills, conflict resolution, communication skills, and parenting.
(805) 312-7749 View (805) 312-7749
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Robert Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hollister, CA 95023
I believe in the healing force within each person and its natural inclination to arc towards wholeness and health. If we want it enough, have patience, clarity and support we can heal and feel freedom in life. Growth happens best in relationship and I am here to support you on your path, wherever that might be. I am anchored in Jungian psychology, Existentialism and AEDP/Somatic work. More importantly, I try to cultivate a sense of warmth, care, respect and curiosity in my work with clients. I work with clients experiencing: anxiety, depression, grief, relationship/family issues, PTSD, self-criticism and lack of meaning.
I believe in the healing force within each person and its natural inclination to arc towards wholeness and health. If we want it enough, have patience, clarity and support we can heal and feel freedom in life. Growth happens best in relationship and I am here to support you on your path, wherever that might be. I am anchored in Jungian psychology, Existentialism and AEDP/Somatic work. More importantly, I try to cultivate a sense of warmth, care, respect and curiosity in my work with clients. I work with clients experiencing: anxiety, depression, grief, relationship/family issues, PTSD, self-criticism and lack of meaning.
(530) 763-1776 View (530) 763-1776
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Pamela Nelson, LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Your needs are specific to you, but may include anxiety, confusion, sadness, memory loss or distress.
Have daily tasks and decisions become overwhelming? Are your problems compounded by sadness, anxiety, addiction or grief? Whether struggling to cope with hardships, or trying to help others do so, I can help. In a warm and confidential setting, we will work together to clarify concerns, identify coping skills, remove barriers and navigate that fulfilling life you deserve.
Your needs are specific to you, but may include anxiety, confusion, sadness, memory loss or distress.
Have daily tasks and decisions become overwhelming? Are your problems compounded by sadness, anxiety, addiction or grief? Whether struggling to cope with hardships, or trying to help others do so, I can help. In a warm and confidential setting, we will work together to clarify concerns, identify coping skills, remove barriers and navigate that fulfilling life you deserve.
(805) 354-5379 View (805) 354-5379
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Rosa Linda Ogas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hollister, CA 95023
I have supported clients with issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, and paranoia.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with children, youth, adults, and families. I am passionate about supporting my clients and helping them better understand the issues they are dealing with. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and am also experienced in working with issues related to acculturation. I provide a strength-based approach to therapy. With the understanding that everyone has strengths, they bring to the table. If you struggle to identify your own strengths, we will work together to help you identify and recognize your strengths.
I have supported clients with issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, relationship issues, and paranoia.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with children, youth, adults, and families. I am passionate about supporting my clients and helping them better understand the issues they are dealing with. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and am also experienced in working with issues related to acculturation. I provide a strength-based approach to therapy. With the understanding that everyone has strengths, they bring to the table. If you struggle to identify your own strengths, we will work together to help you identify and recognize your strengths.
(831) 249-9657 View (831) 249-9657
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Veronica Waters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020  (Online Only)
I have over fifteen years of experience working with the following: self-defeating behavior, unhealthy relationship patterns, addiction, difficulty with setting boundaries, body image issues, trauma and grief.
Do you feel like past wounds are preventing you from moving forward? Perhaps you have a difficult time understanding why you continue to repeat unhealthy behaviors or feel ashamed for not living up to your own or others' expectations. You probably feel a mixture of emotions: motivated to change, but afraid of feeling uncomfortable and vulnerable. Maybe you doubt your ability to change or question if talking about painful issues can actually help you feel better. Having these thoughts and feelings is a normal part of the growth process.
I have over fifteen years of experience working with the following: self-defeating behavior, unhealthy relationship patterns, addiction, difficulty with setting boundaries, body image issues, trauma and grief.
Do you feel like past wounds are preventing you from moving forward? Perhaps you have a difficult time understanding why you continue to repeat unhealthy behaviors or feel ashamed for not living up to your own or others' expectations. You probably feel a mixture of emotions: motivated to change, but afraid of feeling uncomfortable and vulnerable. Maybe you doubt your ability to change or question if talking about painful issues can actually help you feel better. Having these thoughts and feelings is a normal part of the growth process.
(408) 617-9058 View (408) 617-9058
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Lynda Merritt
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Salinas, CA 93906
I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma, sexual and emotional abuse, and grief and loss.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Therapist licensed in California. I have been working with families and individuals for over 15 years. Over the past 9 years, I have been providing therapy for families and individuals who have challenges with mental health barriers. I have worked as a Crisis Responder in the community, hospital, and Law Enforcement settings providing training and coaching strategies on how to respond to mental health using a non-judgmental approach.
I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma, sexual and emotional abuse, and grief and loss.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Therapist licensed in California. I have been working with families and individuals for over 15 years. Over the past 9 years, I have been providing therapy for families and individuals who have challenges with mental health barriers. I have worked as a Crisis Responder in the community, hospital, and Law Enforcement settings providing training and coaching strategies on how to respond to mental health using a non-judgmental approach.
(310) 872-1775 View (310) 872-1775
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Amber Hullibarger & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Welcome! I have a passion for empowering women to feel confident, capable, and connected. While exploring your past and present experiences we will learn how they interfere with who you want to be. I specialize in freeing women from anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, unhealthy relationships, family of origin issues, and difficult life transitions. My approach creates a safe environment to manage fears, negative self-talk, and societal pressures. I will help you shed old beliefs and patterns, discover your own desires and needs, and live the life you want to be living.
Welcome! I have a passion for empowering women to feel confident, capable, and connected. While exploring your past and present experiences we will learn how they interfere with who you want to be. I specialize in freeing women from anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, unhealthy relationships, family of origin issues, and difficult life transitions. My approach creates a safe environment to manage fears, negative self-talk, and societal pressures. I will help you shed old beliefs and patterns, discover your own desires and needs, and live the life you want to be living.
(805) 316-7357 View (805) 316-7357
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Norma Luna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gilroy, CA 95020
I specialized in working with teens, adults and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, trauma and going through life transitions.
I'm Norma Luna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I invite you to call and schedule an appointment. I offer a warm and safe space where you can fully express yourself. I take a person centered, compassionate and integrative approach to therapy, incorporating mind, body and spirit. Along with understanding how culture and societal issues influence an individual.
I specialized in working with teens, adults and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, trauma and going through life transitions.
I'm Norma Luna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I invite you to call and schedule an appointment. I offer a warm and safe space where you can fully express yourself. I take a person centered, compassionate and integrative approach to therapy, incorporating mind, body and spirit. Along with understanding how culture and societal issues influence an individual.
(628) 277-8598 View (628) 277-8598
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Eva M Prado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paso Robles, CA 93446  (Online Only)
I currently offer tele-health sessions.I provide therapy in both English and Spanish. Dealing with Anger? Anxiety? Depression? Grief/Loss? Trauma? Stress? Feeling overwhelmed? Unable to focus? Feeling helpless? Let me support you and help you re-gain control of your life. My goal as a clinician is to help clients alleviate symptoms, improve the quality of their functioning and strengthen their relationships with themselves and others.
I currently offer tele-health sessions.I provide therapy in both English and Spanish. Dealing with Anger? Anxiety? Depression? Grief/Loss? Trauma? Stress? Feeling overwhelmed? Unable to focus? Feeling helpless? Let me support you and help you re-gain control of your life. My goal as a clinician is to help clients alleviate symptoms, improve the quality of their functioning and strengthen their relationships with themselves and others.
(559) 744-4485 View (559) 744-4485
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LaVina Ellison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
My name is Lavina Ellison. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. 138663. I typically work with clients dealing with Relationship issues, grief, behavior issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I tend to thrive with clients dealing with depression, trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I offer a non-judgmental space to aid in my clients feeling like they can be themselves and keep it real in session. I am very compassionate and utilize active listening to help clients feel heard and supported. I am also quite direct at times to help my clients challenge and move past therapeutic roadblocks.
My name is Lavina Ellison. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. 138663. I typically work with clients dealing with Relationship issues, grief, behavior issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I tend to thrive with clients dealing with depression, trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I offer a non-judgmental space to aid in my clients feeling like they can be themselves and keep it real in session. I am very compassionate and utilize active listening to help clients feel heard and supported. I am also quite direct at times to help my clients challenge and move past therapeutic roadblocks.
(951) 262-4598 View (951) 262-4598
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Julie Laurent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monterey, CA 93940  (Online Only)
I have experience with the challenges that come with understanding depression and anxiety, family issues, career changes, interpersonal relationships, sex and intimacy, grief and loss support, and addiction and substance use treatment affecting individuals and their loved ones.
You have found the voice of an online therapist inspired by the swells of the Pacific Ocean! I not only have a personal love of ocean culture but also a special interest in increasing our power by creating meaning and healing through finding balance and connection with ourself, others, and our surroundings. I specialize in trauma-focused interventions. I believe in strategies that inform us and support life transitions, help us understand the mind/body connection, and lend to increased awareness and insight of coping habits that no longer serve us and free us from the burden of of our own suffering.
I have experience with the challenges that come with understanding depression and anxiety, family issues, career changes, interpersonal relationships, sex and intimacy, grief and loss support, and addiction and substance use treatment affecting individuals and their loved ones.
You have found the voice of an online therapist inspired by the swells of the Pacific Ocean! I not only have a personal love of ocean culture but also a special interest in increasing our power by creating meaning and healing through finding balance and connection with ourself, others, and our surroundings. I specialize in trauma-focused interventions. I believe in strategies that inform us and support life transitions, help us understand the mind/body connection, and lend to increased awareness and insight of coping habits that no longer serve us and free us from the burden of of our own suffering.
(831) 888-0555 View (831) 888-0555
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Laura Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gilroy, CA 95020
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and anxiety/depression. I have experience in working with children, adults, and families. My primary focus has been on dealing with anxiety and depression-related disorders. I have provided services for traditionally underserved and culturally diverse populations. I have assisted clients in managing symptoms and in building healthier coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and anxiety/depression. I have experience in working with children, adults, and families. My primary focus has been on dealing with anxiety and depression-related disorders. I have provided services for traditionally underserved and culturally diverse populations. I have assisted clients in managing symptoms and in building healthier coping skills.
(669) 201-1829 View (669) 201-1829
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Margaret Popp
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief or trapped in the depths of depression or anxiety? Do you have thoughts and emotions that feel out of control? You have come to the right place. I work with adults and specialize in women's issues. I provide a welcoming and safe space to work through grief, depression, anxiety, and existential concerns.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by grief or trapped in the depths of depression or anxiety? Do you have thoughts and emotions that feel out of control? You have come to the right place. I work with adults and specialize in women's issues. I provide a welcoming and safe space to work through grief, depression, anxiety, and existential concerns.
(805) 973-6088 View (805) 973-6088
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Patrick Joseph Purcell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Soquel, CA 95073  (Online Only)
This is my passion and my clients feel at ease with me quickly with my empathy and humor. I help relationship stress, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, grief, recovery from child and narcissistic abuse, finding their true authentic self and passion. I use client-centered Rogers, Kohut, EMDR, Beck and Ellis CBT, DBT. ACT, Jung... I am a Christian and I also respect people with other faiths or no faith. I help therapists, interns too.I am 72 years old and I have been married for 48 years to my beautiful wife singer Christina Purcell and we did individual and couple therapy too. We write songs such as the songs on her CD "Love's Calling."
This is my passion and my clients feel at ease with me quickly with my empathy and humor. I help relationship stress, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, grief, recovery from child and narcissistic abuse, finding their true authentic self and passion. I use client-centered Rogers, Kohut, EMDR, Beck and Ellis CBT, DBT. ACT, Jung... I am a Christian and I also respect people with other faiths or no faith. I help therapists, interns too.I am 72 years old and I have been married for 48 years to my beautiful wife singer Christina Purcell and we did individual and couple therapy too. We write songs such as the songs on her CD "Love's Calling."
(831) 219-2362 View (831) 219-2362
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Barbara Bachmeier
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Monterey, CA 93940
Hi, my name is Barbara Bachmeier-Levy and I am a seasoned licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health across all levels of care. My areas of focus include anxiety, chronic pain, grief, stress, and life-coaching for individuals. My clients have more often than not been motivated to engage in self-discovery, and often have some specific ideas about what they want to change, accomplish, or process. They enjoy a two-way engagement and quickly learn that I am a person that they can trust to share their personal journey with.
Hi, my name is Barbara Bachmeier-Levy and I am a seasoned licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health across all levels of care. My areas of focus include anxiety, chronic pain, grief, stress, and life-coaching for individuals. My clients have more often than not been motivated to engage in self-discovery, and often have some specific ideas about what they want to change, accomplish, or process. They enjoy a two-way engagement and quickly learn that I am a person that they can trust to share their personal journey with.
(213) 772-3938 View (213) 772-3938

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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.