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Melody Stiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MAC, LCAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92563  (Online Only)
I have testified in Court numerous times and am a former Mediator in a death penalty case.
I am now accepting clients in California as well as Indiana! I work in a Virtual ONLY practice and I specialize in EMDR for those with substance use disorders, trauma, or a combination of the two. If you are someone who is trying to cope with substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain/illness, or leaving a high control group. I would be glad to try to help you find another, better way forward. And what that "better way" looks like is up to you. I see therapy as being a very personal and intimate experience for each person tailor my approach to suit each person I see in treatment.
I have testified in Court numerous times and am a former Mediator in a death penalty case.
I am now accepting clients in California as well as Indiana! I work in a Virtual ONLY practice and I specialize in EMDR for those with substance use disorders, trauma, or a combination of the two. If you are someone who is trying to cope with substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain/illness, or leaving a high control group. I would be glad to try to help you find another, better way forward. And what that "better way" looks like is up to you. I see therapy as being a very personal and intimate experience for each person tailor my approach to suit each person I see in treatment.
(442) 239-4388 View (442) 239-4388
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Kathleen Oliver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
Aloha, I am Kathy Oliver, a clinical social worker. I specialize in listening non-judgmentally. I have been honored to work with individuals who shared their anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and fear with me. I believe therapy should solve problems, moving at your pace. My clients often start with expressing anxiety, and we find the causes and solutions. Others are sad and empty. Looking for satisfaction in relationships and careers is important to some individuals. People who need help managing long-term pain, grief, and illness also consult with me.
Aloha, I am Kathy Oliver, a clinical social worker. I specialize in listening non-judgmentally. I have been honored to work with individuals who shared their anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and fear with me. I believe therapy should solve problems, moving at your pace. My clients often start with expressing anxiety, and we find the causes and solutions. Others are sad and empty. Looking for satisfaction in relationships and careers is important to some individuals. People who need help managing long-term pain, grief, and illness also consult with me.
(951) 228-0918 View (951) 228-0918
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Dalar Shahnazarian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92563
My name is Dalar Shahnazarian and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles. I’ve been practicing within the field for over 8 years in various mental health settings such as high schools, clinics, jails, and social services. I believe in helping everyone and reducing stigma that are held within culturally diverse communities. My focus has been on anxiety management and helping clients develop healthy coping skills, reduce stress, and prevent burnout.
My name is Dalar Shahnazarian and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles. I’ve been practicing within the field for over 8 years in various mental health settings such as high schools, clinics, jails, and social services. I believe in helping everyone and reducing stigma that are held within culturally diverse communities. My focus has been on anxiety management and helping clients develop healthy coping skills, reduce stress, and prevent burnout.
(951) 468-9764 View (951) 468-9764
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Kelly Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562
”Mental health is not a destination, it’s a journey.” My name is Kelly and I would love to meet with you. My therapy style emphasizes the importance of individuals finding meaning and purpose. Embracing existentialist principles, I strive to support clients in exploring their self-awareness, personal responsibility, and the significance of the choices that shape their overall well-being. We work together to build upon your strengths, fostering a sense of empowerment and resilience. Treatment is individually tailored for each client in an environment in which you feel accepted and comfortable.
”Mental health is not a destination, it’s a journey.” My name is Kelly and I would love to meet with you. My therapy style emphasizes the importance of individuals finding meaning and purpose. Embracing existentialist principles, I strive to support clients in exploring their self-awareness, personal responsibility, and the significance of the choices that shape their overall well-being. We work together to build upon your strengths, fostering a sense of empowerment and resilience. Treatment is individually tailored for each client in an environment in which you feel accepted and comfortable.
(951) 338-9485 View (951) 338-9485
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Nanette Sebourn Couples-Individual-Sex specialist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
Ms. Sebourn is IMPARTIAL, KIND AND ACCURATE. She treats individuals and couples AT THE SAME TIME. She specializes in sex therapy for individuals and couples. She is a Psychologist, a Healer and an Educator so her treatments use all three modes to help with any issue. Her hours are 12noon to 7pm to accommodate everyone's schedule on Mondays thru Thursday. She wrote a book titled "Love with a Brain" ( ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0578661698 ) and it is available on Amazon. She offers a free meet & greet so please call to find out more. She honestly cares about her clients. See for yourself at Nanettesebourn.com
Ms. Sebourn is IMPARTIAL, KIND AND ACCURATE. She treats individuals and couples AT THE SAME TIME. She specializes in sex therapy for individuals and couples. She is a Psychologist, a Healer and an Educator so her treatments use all three modes to help with any issue. Her hours are 12noon to 7pm to accommodate everyone's schedule on Mondays thru Thursday. She wrote a book titled "Love with a Brain" ( ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0578661698 ) and it is available on Amazon. She offers a free meet & greet so please call to find out more. She honestly cares about her clients. See for yourself at Nanettesebourn.com
(951) 291-0563 View (951) 291-0563
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NLP Mastery - Self Mastery Aaron C. Barry
MTNLP, NLP, TLT, CLHP, ECBC
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
Intimate partner violence, Sexual Assault is a real problem. (7 out of 10) The shame and torture of the untold story. Crying when no one is looking. Wine, multiple partners, pills, hiding. Time isn’t being friendly. This ever looming weight in the distance. Unwanted outbursts. You can’t sit still unconsciously trying to fill this dark void. Swept under the rug by humiliation, hopeless and in despair, cold and without reprieve. Less than whole, desperate to know that there is an end that doesn’t end it all.
Intimate partner violence, Sexual Assault is a real problem. (7 out of 10) The shame and torture of the untold story. Crying when no one is looking. Wine, multiple partners, pills, hiding. Time isn’t being friendly. This ever looming weight in the distance. Unwanted outbursts. You can’t sit still unconsciously trying to fill this dark void. Swept under the rug by humiliation, hopeless and in despair, cold and without reprieve. Less than whole, desperate to know that there is an end that doesn’t end it all.
(951) 338-9659 View (951) 338-9659
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Kodimer & Associates
Psychologist, PhD, MFT, ABPN
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
Not accepting new clients
A multi-disciplinary group of males and females, CA state licensed Psychologists and Therapists, female and male.
A multi-disciplinary group of males and females, CA state licensed Psychologists and Therapists, female and male.
(951) 337-4963 View (951) 337-4963

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Photo of Hector Hernandez Estrada, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Murrieta, CA
Hector Hernandez Estrada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Menifee, CA 92584  (Online Only)
When people are challenged with changes that affect the ability to manage stressors, there comes a time for positive change and support. I am passionate about focusing on the healing process, whether it involves the challenges of exploring maladaptive behaviors or the triggers of trauma. I help my clients, who include children, adults, and families to find healthy coping mechanisms and self-autonomy which will lead to positive perceptions. This, in turn, creates personal identification and self-worth, thus creating healthy relationships. There is not one single approach for each individual, so I have trained in different modalities.
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(951) 438-7731 View (951) 438-7731
Photo of Quisha Castro, Marriage & Family Therapist in Murrieta, CA
Quisha Castro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menifee, CA 92584
Hello, my name is Monique, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years of experience working in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings with children, adolescents, and adults with complex needs. My approach to therapy starts with the psychotherapist and client relationship. In our sessions, I provide a supportive environment where you feel seen, heard and a space for therapeutic connection, where change is created. My specialties include anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, life transitions, substance abuse, eating disorders, and difficulties relating in relationships.
Hello, my name is Monique, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years of experience working in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings with children, adolescents, and adults with complex needs. My approach to therapy starts with the psychotherapist and client relationship. In our sessions, I provide a supportive environment where you feel seen, heard and a space for therapeutic connection, where change is created. My specialties include anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts, life transitions, substance abuse, eating disorders, and difficulties relating in relationships.
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Jaina Sarkisyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
Let me be part of your journey in this brutiful life. As Glennon Doyle Melton says "Life is brutal. But it is also beautiful. Life's brutal and beautiful woven together so tightly they cannot be separated. Reject the brutal, reject the beauty. Life is Bruitiful." Jaina is an experienced licensed clinician with 18 years of experience providing exceptional clinical care to adults, couples and families. Jaina has many years of experience working w/law enforcement, military and their families. Additionally, working with individuals with life transition issues, Polyamory, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, trauma, SUD and other issues
Let me be part of your journey in this brutiful life. As Glennon Doyle Melton says "Life is brutal. But it is also beautiful. Life's brutal and beautiful woven together so tightly they cannot be separated. Reject the brutal, reject the beauty. Life is Bruitiful." Jaina is an experienced licensed clinician with 18 years of experience providing exceptional clinical care to adults, couples and families. Jaina has many years of experience working w/law enforcement, military and their families. Additionally, working with individuals with life transition issues, Polyamory, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, trauma, SUD and other issues
(858) 227-6212 View (858) 227-6212
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Angela Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92592  (Online Only)
Welcome to Positive Mind Counseling! I'm Angie and I am glad you found me. I am excited to start this journey with you. First thing, Positive Mind Counseling is a virtual private practice working with clients residing anywhere in California. I enjoy helping everyone, but my specialties include working with those struggling with relationship issues, PTSD, postpartum depression, parenting, depression, anger and anxiety. If you want to explore more of my background, and you think we might be a great fit, you can find out more by visiting www.positivemindcounseling.net. I hope we can connect soon!
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(951) 338-5867 View (951) 338-5867
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
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(951) 309-9334 View (951) 309-9334
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Sheri R. Curtis, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." This Emerson quote resonates with me because although people have endured very painful events in their lives and may face difficult days ahead, the strength of the human spirit never ceases to amaze me with its resiliency. When people enter into treatment, I consider it a privilege to help them through difficult times in their lives. Whether the problem is a personal, marital, or parenting difficulty, I meet them where they are at and work alongside them to increase awareness, personal empowerment, and life satisfaction.
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." This Emerson quote resonates with me because although people have endured very painful events in their lives and may face difficult days ahead, the strength of the human spirit never ceases to amaze me with its resiliency. When people enter into treatment, I consider it a privilege to help them through difficult times in their lives. Whether the problem is a personal, marital, or parenting difficulty, I meet them where they are at and work alongside them to increase awareness, personal empowerment, and life satisfaction.
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PsychHealing Counseling Center, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, QME
Verified Verified
Wildomar, CA 92595
Are you feeling down in ways that you cannot explain? We have four licensed therapists in Garden Grove and Wildomar who conduct EMDR and DBT methods for clients who have trauma and other complex psychological issues. Our therapists speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Portuguese, and Korean as well. We take Medi-Cal insurances, such as CalOptima, Molina, and IEHP along with many other major insurances. Let us help ease your mind.
Are you feeling down in ways that you cannot explain? We have four licensed therapists in Garden Grove and Wildomar who conduct EMDR and DBT methods for clients who have trauma and other complex psychological issues. Our therapists speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Portuguese, and Korean as well. We take Medi-Cal insurances, such as CalOptima, Molina, and IEHP along with many other major insurances. Let us help ease your mind.
(800) 683-2945 View (800) 683-2945
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Watha Dubonnet
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wildomar, CA 92595
Hi. My name is Watha Dubonnet. In addition to being a Marriage and Family Therapist for thirty-plus years, I have raised three kids, been worked over by a two-year-old, and survived their teenage years. I fell in love with my Grandson, forgot how to say no, but he grew up in spite of me anyway. Life throws all kinds of fastballs at us sometimes and I am here to help. You are not alone. I generally work with clients who are seeking help, safety, and understanding of their current situation.
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Neda George Rivera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91911  (Online Only)
We all can suffer from trauma, stress, loss, pain, relationships, 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. I 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 as a therapist. I specialize in helping you manage your daily struggles and help you to regain that sense of usefulness again!
We all can suffer from trauma, stress, loss, pain, relationships, 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. I 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 as a therapist. I specialize in helping you manage your daily struggles and help you to regain that sense of usefulness again!
(619) 393-5534 View (619) 393-5534
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Heather R Halpern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Pasadena, CA 91030
In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I have helped more than 5,500 clients in the last 30 years. I am dedicated to helping men, women, couples, children, and families achieve greater well-being and success. I am gentle, focused, and direct in helping people successfully resolve: Signs or Symptoms of Depression or Anxiety, Life stressors such as Family and Work Problems, Grief, Loss, Marital Distress or Divorce, Parenting, Child and Adolescent Issues, Health Related Adjustment Issues, Post Traumatic Stress.
In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I have helped more than 5,500 clients in the last 30 years. I am dedicated to helping men, women, couples, children, and families achieve greater well-being and success. I am gentle, focused, and direct in helping people successfully resolve: Signs or Symptoms of Depression or Anxiety, Life stressors such as Family and Work Problems, Grief, Loss, Marital Distress or Divorce, Parenting, Child and Adolescent Issues, Health Related Adjustment Issues, Post Traumatic Stress.
(626) 935-9961 View (626) 935-9961
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Joseph Pando
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
Waitlist for new clients
It is common to experience bouts of anxiety, depression, grief, or feelings of helplessness and hopelessness during life. However, these are not issues to suffer through for the rest of your life. My aim is to work collaboratively with you to develop insight into your struggles and nurture innate strengths to help overcome these challenges. I have over ten years of clinical experience treating a variety of psychological difficulties such as addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, child/adolescent issues, anger management, relationship issues, and performing psychological and learning disability/ADHD assessments.
It is common to experience bouts of anxiety, depression, grief, or feelings of helplessness and hopelessness during life. However, these are not issues to suffer through for the rest of your life. My aim is to work collaboratively with you to develop insight into your struggles and nurture innate strengths to help overcome these challenges. I have over ten years of clinical experience treating a variety of psychological difficulties such as addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, child/adolescent issues, anger management, relationship issues, and performing psychological and learning disability/ADHD assessments.
(831) 778-4793 View (831) 778-4793
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Mark A Williams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redlands, CA 92373
My areas of clinical experience and expertise in psychotherapy include treating mood and anxiety disorders, grief and bereavement, trauma-related disorders.
I value the importance of creating a safe, supportive and collaborative environment to help facilitate personal growth and healing from the overwhelming challenges we sometimes face in life. Pain is part of our human experience. However, suffering does not have to be. My focus is to provide my clients with practical and effective interventions that are tailored to their specific needs. My clinical practice is highly informed by principles of neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology and evidenced based psychological interventions. My aim is to assist, encourage and empower my clients on their path forward in reaching their goals.
My areas of clinical experience and expertise in psychotherapy include treating mood and anxiety disorders, grief and bereavement, trauma-related disorders.
I value the importance of creating a safe, supportive and collaborative environment to help facilitate personal growth and healing from the overwhelming challenges we sometimes face in life. Pain is part of our human experience. However, suffering does not have to be. My focus is to provide my clients with practical and effective interventions that are tailored to their specific needs. My clinical practice is highly informed by principles of neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology and evidenced based psychological interventions. My aim is to assist, encourage and empower my clients on their path forward in reaching their goals.
(909) 351-3086 View (909) 351-3086
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Stephen A. Diamond
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I have particular interest and expertise in the psychology of creativity, evil, spirituality, and anger/rage, and dealing with anxiety, depression, relationships, loss, embitterment, trauma, and various existential crises.
Dr. Diamond has been practicing psychotherapy for 45 years and is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist. He is the author of Anger, Madness, and the Daimonic: The Psychological Genesis of Violence, Evil and Creativity (1996), and contributed chapters to Meeting the Shadow (1990), Spirituality & Psychological Health (2005), Encyclopedia of Psychology & Religion (2009), and Contemporary Theory and Practice in Counseling & Psychotherapy (SAGE, 2015). Diamond's unique treatment approach (Existential Depth Psychology) is a fusion of psychodynamic and existential therapy, with an emphasis on C.G. Jung's analytical psychology.
I have particular interest and expertise in the psychology of creativity, evil, spirituality, and anger/rage, and dealing with anxiety, depression, relationships, loss, embitterment, trauma, and various existential crises.
Dr. Diamond has been practicing psychotherapy for 45 years and is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist. He is the author of Anger, Madness, and the Daimonic: The Psychological Genesis of Violence, Evil and Creativity (1996), and contributed chapters to Meeting the Shadow (1990), Spirituality & Psychological Health (2005), Encyclopedia of Psychology & Religion (2009), and Contemporary Theory and Practice in Counseling & Psychotherapy (SAGE, 2015). Diamond's unique treatment approach (Existential Depth Psychology) is a fusion of psychodynamic and existential therapy, with an emphasis on C.G. Jung's analytical psychology.
(323) 647-4886 View (323) 647-4886
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.