Grief Therapy in California
WHEN LOSS CHANGES EVERYTHING, WE’RE HERE.
Does this sound like you?
⟡ You’re going through the motions of daily life, but everything feels heavier and harder than it used to.
⟡ You feel waves of sadness, anger, or guilt that catch you off guard and leave you emotionally drained.
⟡ People expect you to be “doing better” by now, but your grief doesn’t follow a timeline.
⟡ You avoid certain places, conversations, or memories because they hurt too much.
⟡ You feel lonely in your grief, even when you’re surrounded by people who care about you.
⟡ You’re unsure who you are or how to move forward after this loss changed everything.
You deserve support in this season of loss — especially when the world feels like it has kept moving while yours has stopped.
Grief can be disorienting, exhausting, and deeply isolating, touching everything from your sleep to your sense of identity. Some days the pain feels sharp and overwhelming; other days it’s a quiet heaviness you carry alone. There is no right way to grieve, and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Imagine waking up and feeling a little steadier in your body, able to remember your loved one without being completely overtaken by the ache. Imagine carrying your loss with tenderness instead of constant rawness, making space for both sorrow and moments of light. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting — it means learning how to live, love, and move forward while honoring what you’ve lost.
GRIEF THERAPY IN CALIFORNIA
Our Approach:
Our approach to grief counseling is compassionate, steady, and tailored to your unique loss. In addition to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we incorporate Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), which focuses on how grief impacts your relationships, roles, and sense of connection. IPT helps you process changes in identity, navigate shifts in family or social dynamics, and strengthen supportive relationships during this tender time. We also draw from trauma-informed care when loss has been sudden or distressing, helping your nervous system feel safer and more regulated. We move at your pace — never rushing the process or pushing you to “move on.” Together, we create space to honor your story, tend to the pain, and gradually rebuild meaning and connection in your life.
How it Works:
Reaching out is simple — you can contact us through our website or by phone to schedule a free 20-minute consultation, and we’ll help you decide whether in-person or telehealth sessions feel most supportive right now. Your first full intake session is 50 minutes and focuses on understanding your loss, how it has impacted you, and what feels most difficult at this stage of grief. We’ll move gently, giving you space to share at your own pace without pressure. Together, we’ll clarify your goals and begin outlining a personalized plan for support. Most importantly, this first session is about creating a safe, steady space where you don’t have to carry your grief alone.
GRIEF THERAPY FAQs
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Grief therapy is specialized counseling that helps you process the emotional, relational, and practical impact of a loss. It provides a safe space to explore your feelings, adjust to life changes, and find ways to move forward while still honoring your loved one.
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Yes. We offer both in-person and telehealth grief therapy sessions, allowing you to access support in the way that feels most comfortable and convenient.
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If your grief feels overwhelming, prolonged, isolating, or is interfering with daily life, relationships, sleep, or work, therapy can help. You don’t have to wait for a crisis — support is appropriate at any stage of loss.
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No. Grief does not follow a predictable schedule, and there is no correct way to experience it. Therapy honors your individual process without rushing or pathologizing your emotions.
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We provide counseling for the death of a loved one, miscarriage or pregnancy loss, loss of a partner or parent, traumatic or sudden loss, anticipatory grief, and other significant life losses, including divorce or major transitions or a pet passing away. Grief comes in many forms and there’s no qualifier when it comes to grief.
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Talking about your loss can bring up strong emotions, but avoiding grief often prolongs suffering. In therapy, we move at your pace and help you build coping tools so emotions feel more manageable and less overwhelming over time.
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Complicated grief (also called prolonged grief) occurs when intense symptoms persist and significantly impair functioning long after the loss. Therapy can help address stuck points, unresolved emotions, and barriers to healing.
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The length of therapy varies based on your needs and goals. Some clients seek short-term support during acute grief, while others benefit from ongoing care as they adjust to life after loss.
