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Perry Young
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mecca, CA 92254
Hi, my name is Perry Young; licensed since 2004. I have extensive experience working with families, individuals, and couples using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. Whether working with a child or elderly person, I advocate that healing or change comes through relationships.
Hi, my name is Perry Young; licensed since 2004. I have extensive experience working with families, individuals, and couples using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. Whether working with a child or elderly person, I advocate that healing or change comes through relationships.
(760) 309-7441 View (760) 309-7441
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Cesar Brijandez Brijandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mecca, CA 92254  (Online Only)
I have a passion for helping people from all "walks of life." If you are facing challenges in your day-to-day life, I am here to help. I have helped individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, anger management, and marital issues. I work with children from 6 yrs and older, teenagers, and adults, both males, and females. I like to present psychotherapy in the simplest form. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Trauma-Focused CBT for children and teens. Growing up in a city along the US-Mexico border I have the privilege of being bilingual and bicultural.
I have a passion for helping people from all "walks of life." If you are facing challenges in your day-to-day life, I am here to help. I have helped individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, anger management, and marital issues. I work with children from 6 yrs and older, teenagers, and adults, both males, and females. I like to present psychotherapy in the simplest form. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Trauma-Focused CBT for children and teens. Growing up in a city along the US-Mexico border I have the privilege of being bilingual and bicultural.
(805) 800-8607 View (805) 800-8607

Online Therapists

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Samantha Palti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Hello! I am Samantha, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my master's degree from the University of La Verne in 2016. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My passion is helping you navigate through grief and loss, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I use an eclectic approach to integrating evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy. You are the expert of your life, and I will be here to walk alongside and support you.
Hello! I am Samantha, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my master's degree from the University of La Verne in 2016. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. My passion is helping you navigate through grief and loss, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I use an eclectic approach to integrating evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy. You are the expert of your life, and I will be here to walk alongside and support you.
(805) 429-6144 View (805) 429-6144
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Mysty Higgins
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021  (Online Only)
I work mostly with anxiety, depression, panic, trauma, grief, and stress, although there are many additional stressors and diagnosis that I have been successful at helping clients with.
Are you struggling with emotions that you don't know what to do with? Are you stuck in thought processes that are unhelpful, yet you are not sure how to change them? Do you want to learn how to regulate emotion, reduce stress, improve relationships, improve communication, reduce unwanted emotion, and feel comfortable in your own body? These are just a few of the things that I work with clients on, and I can work with you as well. I believe we are all humans doing the best that we can, and sometimes the best thing we can do is ask for help.
I work mostly with anxiety, depression, panic, trauma, grief, and stress, although there are many additional stressors and diagnosis that I have been successful at helping clients with.
Are you struggling with emotions that you don't know what to do with? Are you stuck in thought processes that are unhelpful, yet you are not sure how to change them? Do you want to learn how to regulate emotion, reduce stress, improve relationships, improve communication, reduce unwanted emotion, and feel comfortable in your own body? These are just a few of the things that I work with clients on, and I can work with you as well. I believe we are all humans doing the best that we can, and sometimes the best thing we can do is ask for help.
(949) 771-7021 View (949) 771-7021
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Lashara Jenkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome! We specialize in providing affordable telehealth/online therapy. I specialize in BIPOC, veterans, anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, relationship issues, PTSD, Grief, Stress, Self-Improvement, life transitions.
Hello and Welcome! We specialize in providing affordable telehealth/online therapy. I specialize in BIPOC, veterans, anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, relationship issues, PTSD, Grief, Stress, Self-Improvement, life transitions.
(951) 524-7540 View (951) 524-7540
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Crystal Valerio-Sandoval
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Hello! In this therapeutic journey that you have decided to embark on, I believe in putting you first. What is that you desire to change? What is troubling you at the moment? What is that you need? Is it guidance, a listening ear, to overcome past trauma, anxiety or depression? Are you going through life changes? I have been in practice for 10 years. My experience includes working with adolescents, children, families, couples, elderly and adults. I practice various treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy. I have treated ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, divorce, and trauma.
Hello! In this therapeutic journey that you have decided to embark on, I believe in putting you first. What is that you desire to change? What is troubling you at the moment? What is that you need? Is it guidance, a listening ear, to overcome past trauma, anxiety or depression? Are you going through life changes? I have been in practice for 10 years. My experience includes working with adolescents, children, families, couples, elderly and adults. I practice various treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy. I have treated ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, divorce, and trauma.
(424) 408-4304 View (424) 408-4304
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Miriam Lamb
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS HR
Verified Verified
Ontario, CA 91761  (Online Only)
I work with issues such as self harm, chronic pain/illness anxiety, depression, familial issues, Hollywood industry concerns, behavioral issues, job loss/transition, bullying, and low self esteem.
I work with a wide array of clients. If you are self motivated; enjoy exploration and play; (both kids and adults), and are interested in exploring all facets of yourself, please call today. I use a holistic approach, and explore all factors which affect mental health including physical health, nutrition, family dynamics, and relationships.
I work with issues such as self harm, chronic pain/illness anxiety, depression, familial issues, Hollywood industry concerns, behavioral issues, job loss/transition, bullying, and low self esteem.
I work with a wide array of clients. If you are self motivated; enjoy exploration and play; (both kids and adults), and are interested in exploring all facets of yourself, please call today. I use a holistic approach, and explore all factors which affect mental health including physical health, nutrition, family dynamics, and relationships.
(747) 269-6985 View (747) 269-6985
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Shawna Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redlands, CA 92373  (Online Only)
Life can present us with unexpected grief, loss, pain and a myriad of emotions, often leaving us feeling alone, empty, lost, overwhelmed and scared. I see therapy as a supportive place to restore hope and assist you with coping strategies as you navigate through life's rough transitions. Therapy is a collaborative process, together we will set specific goals to assist you in reaching your full potential, cope with difficulties, and recognize your own inner strength along the way.
Life can present us with unexpected grief, loss, pain and a myriad of emotions, often leaving us feeling alone, empty, lost, overwhelmed and scared. I see therapy as a supportive place to restore hope and assist you with coping strategies as you navigate through life's rough transitions. Therapy is a collaborative process, together we will set specific goals to assist you in reaching your full potential, cope with difficulties, and recognize your own inner strength along the way.
(909) 748-1689 View (909) 748-1689
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James Gordon Orrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92544
I have over 20 years of therapy and supervisory experience with a variety of populations and have treated many hundreds of people with anxiety, mood disorders, anger problems, PTSD and grief issues.
The issue we all struggle with is how to remain present when our minds constantly are driven to anticipate and control an unmanageable future and keep a tight grip on an unbearable past (so that we are not overcome by it). When this dilemma becomes too much we lose trust, faith, and the use of intuition and begin to operate on fear, shame, and anger. This pattern is altered through someone making a “leap of faith” and trusting that someone can understand and see things through their eyes. This is what I consider to be the heart of my work and it typically means that change is happening before any other “intervention”.
I have over 20 years of therapy and supervisory experience with a variety of populations and have treated many hundreds of people with anxiety, mood disorders, anger problems, PTSD and grief issues.
The issue we all struggle with is how to remain present when our minds constantly are driven to anticipate and control an unmanageable future and keep a tight grip on an unbearable past (so that we are not overcome by it). When this dilemma becomes too much we lose trust, faith, and the use of intuition and begin to operate on fear, shame, and anger. This pattern is altered through someone making a “leap of faith” and trusting that someone can understand and see things through their eyes. This is what I consider to be the heart of my work and it typically means that change is happening before any other “intervention”.
(951) 382-6103 View (951) 382-6103
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Jeanette Luna
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakeside, CA 92040
I help women get through issues like family estrangement, grief and loss, childhood trauma, career burnout and menopause.
My name is Jeanette Luna and I am a bilingual licensed marriage and family therapist. In taking a deep dive and reflection of my career, what struck me most and has given me the desire to fix is the burdens, challenges and struggles women deal with on a daily basis. Women carry so much physically, emotionally and spiritually. My focus is to work through these issues with the women I serve. Where our mind goes the body follows. I like to use cognitive behavioral therapy to teach my clients how to control their thoughts and emotions.
I help women get through issues like family estrangement, grief and loss, childhood trauma, career burnout and menopause.
My name is Jeanette Luna and I am a bilingual licensed marriage and family therapist. In taking a deep dive and reflection of my career, what struck me most and has given me the desire to fix is the burdens, challenges and struggles women deal with on a daily basis. Women carry so much physically, emotionally and spiritually. My focus is to work through these issues with the women I serve. Where our mind goes the body follows. I like to use cognitive behavioral therapy to teach my clients how to control their thoughts and emotions.
(619) 332-2523 View (619) 332-2523
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Candace Ann Glaviano
Counselor, LPCC, LPCMH, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
I find EMDR is helpful for trauma, grief, addiction, and much more.
Do you feel stuck in your anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma? I find we can’t fix what you don’t understand. That is where I come in. I am here to provide you with a safe space to help you understand and connect to the root of the issue, learn good coping techniques, and connect emotions for true healing utilizing different techniques that fit your needs.
I find EMDR is helpful for trauma, grief, addiction, and much more.
Do you feel stuck in your anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma? I find we can’t fix what you don’t understand. That is where I come in. I am here to provide you with a safe space to help you understand and connect to the root of the issue, learn good coping techniques, and connect emotions for true healing utilizing different techniques that fit your needs.
(619) 273-0329 View (619) 273-0329
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Tammy Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Corona, CA 92881
I have also helped many people going through adversities related to major transitions, adult life goals, social skills, grief and loss, substance abuse, and sex addiction.
I am a licensed mental health therapist serving in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of knowledge both as a clinical therapist and also as a coach and counselor. Over 20 years of experience in assisting persons with a wide range of challenges including depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, career-related issues, relationship issues, parenting, and marital problems. At the beginning of my private practice venture, I served as an addiction specialist, interventionist, and counselor for about 6.5 years. At that time, I was also the administrator for an adolescent treatment center in Northern California.
I have also helped many people going through adversities related to major transitions, adult life goals, social skills, grief and loss, substance abuse, and sex addiction.
I am a licensed mental health therapist serving in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of knowledge both as a clinical therapist and also as a coach and counselor. Over 20 years of experience in assisting persons with a wide range of challenges including depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, career-related issues, relationship issues, parenting, and marital problems. At the beginning of my private practice venture, I served as an addiction specialist, interventionist, and counselor for about 6.5 years. At that time, I was also the administrator for an adolescent treatment center in Northern California.
(951) 476-0423 View (951) 476-0423
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Lindsay Lowe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fontana, CA 92336
My name is Lindsay Lowe and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California. I have 15 years of experience working with death and dying, grief, loss, and bereavement. I graduated from the University of Southern California with my Master's in Social Work in 2008, then did a post-graduate fellowship in Palliative Care with the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, and for the last 12 years have worked in hospice and palliative care providing direct care as well as 8 years in a supervisory position managing a clinical team.
My name is Lindsay Lowe and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California. I have 15 years of experience working with death and dying, grief, loss, and bereavement. I graduated from the University of Southern California with my Master's in Social Work in 2008, then did a post-graduate fellowship in Palliative Care with the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, and for the last 12 years have worked in hospice and palliative care providing direct care as well as 8 years in a supervisory position managing a clinical team.
(650) 844-1595 View (650) 844-1595
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Rebecca Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
I am also skilled in Trauma-focused, and Grief therapy.
Rebecca Moreno, LCSW. Emotional disorders which acquire anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma disrupt lives. I specialize in offering supportive therapy to believers in search of an objective point of view and conceptualizing occurring problems or issues. I am comfortable working with a diverse population and a diversity of presenting problems. I commonly work with depression, anxiety, and women's issues.
I am also skilled in Trauma-focused, and Grief therapy.
Rebecca Moreno, LCSW. Emotional disorders which acquire anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma disrupt lives. I specialize in offering supportive therapy to believers in search of an objective point of view and conceptualizing occurring problems or issues. I am comfortable working with a diverse population and a diversity of presenting problems. I commonly work with depression, anxiety, and women's issues.
(213) 905-6314 View (213) 905-6314
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Mary Colmenares
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
I specialize in Grief Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, and the numerous life transitions that we all face.
Hi...my name is Mary T. Colmenares, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, as well as a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. I am located in San Diego, CA, and see clients in person or via teletherapy. I work with children, ages 3-17, as well as adults. I provide Play Therapy and a Client-Centered approach, which allows the client to share their story. I specialize in Grief Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, and the numerous life transitions that we all face. I find that children as well as adults often present with the above.
I specialize in Grief Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, and the numerous life transitions that we all face.
Hi...my name is Mary T. Colmenares, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, as well as a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. I am located in San Diego, CA, and see clients in person or via teletherapy. I work with children, ages 3-17, as well as adults. I provide Play Therapy and a Client-Centered approach, which allows the client to share their story. I specialize in Grief Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, and the numerous life transitions that we all face. I find that children as well as adults often present with the above.
(619) 457-6868 View (619) 457-6868
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Vickie M Zarazua
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92506
Hi. I'm Vickie Zarazua, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. If you find yourself in a difficult place, at a crossroads or at a loss, can I meet you there? As life increases in challenges we can also increase in resources and support.
Hi. I'm Vickie Zarazua, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. If you find yourself in a difficult place, at a crossroads or at a loss, can I meet you there? As life increases in challenges we can also increase in resources and support.
(909) 639-2122 View (909) 639-2122
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Chung Pham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
Hello, I am a bilingual Vietnamese/ English licensed clinical social worker in California with over 20 years of working experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief & loss, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anger & stress management, family/ couple/ intimate relationship issues, substance abuse, parenting problems, individuals with special needs, career challenges, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) & attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, personality disorder, etc.
Hello, I am a bilingual Vietnamese/ English licensed clinical social worker in California with over 20 years of working experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief & loss, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anger & stress management, family/ couple/ intimate relationship issues, substance abuse, parenting problems, individuals with special needs, career challenges, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) & attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, personality disorder, etc.
(310) 634-0702 View (310) 634-0702
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Gabriela Quintero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108  (Online Only)
I work with clients that have a wide range of mental health challenges including, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, and relational problems. I enjoy working with diverse populations to address intersectional concepts that impact mental health. I take pleasure in working with young adults, and adults. I believe people deserve to be happy and successful and I strive to help find the strength and motivation to work towards that happiness and success.
I work with clients that have a wide range of mental health challenges including, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, and relational problems. I enjoy working with diverse populations to address intersectional concepts that impact mental health. I take pleasure in working with young adults, and adults. I believe people deserve to be happy and successful and I strive to help find the strength and motivation to work towards that happiness and success.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Marcia Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eastvale, CA 92880
People of faith also suffer from depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, burnout, insecurities, etc.
My name is Marcia (Mar-see-a). I am a licensed clinical social worker, and a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach is client-centered and solution-focused. I want to get to know you, your goals, and help you remove any barriers to achieving those goals.
People of faith also suffer from depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, burnout, insecurities, etc.
My name is Marcia (Mar-see-a). I am a licensed clinical social worker, and a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach is client-centered and solution-focused. I want to get to know you, your goals, and help you remove any barriers to achieving those goals.
(909) 787-2307 View (909) 787-2307
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Kandice Nelson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MAEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92114  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating a variety of concerns including trauma, grief, attachment, ADHD, parenting concerns, school issues, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Do you feel like you’re doing just enough to get by, but stuck in survival mode? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, and like the world is weighing you down? I can help! I am here to listen and offer a space that feels safe and allows you to be authentically you, free of judgement, and confidential for you to grow and process your experiences. I am your relatable and inner child therapist who works with everyday people from all age groups and backgrounds who are experiencing life challenges, and those who have experienced traumatic events.
I specialize in treating a variety of concerns including trauma, grief, attachment, ADHD, parenting concerns, school issues, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Do you feel like you’re doing just enough to get by, but stuck in survival mode? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, and like the world is weighing you down? I can help! I am here to listen and offer a space that feels safe and allows you to be authentically you, free of judgement, and confidential for you to grow and process your experiences. I am your relatable and inner child therapist who works with everyday people from all age groups and backgrounds who are experiencing life challenges, and those who have experienced traumatic events.
(619) 768-0970 View (619) 768-0970
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.