Grief Counseling in California

Grief is a deeply personal experience, and it can affect every part of your life. Whether your loss is recent or happened some time ago, grief can come in waves and show up in unexpected ways.

You may feel sadness, numbness, confusion, anger, or even moments where you feel “fine” followed by sudden waves of emotion. Grief does not follow a straight path, and there is no “right” way to move through it.

You may experience:

• Deep sadness or emotional pain
• Feeling numb, disconnected, or in shock
• Difficulty concentrating or staying present
• Changes in sleep or appetite
• Irritability, guilt, or regret
• Feeling overwhelmed by reminders of your loss
• Loneliness or isolation
• Anxiety about the future without your loved one
• A sense that life feels different or unfamiliar

Grief can arise from many types of loss, including the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, changes in health, loss of identity, or major life transitions. Whatever your loss looks like, your experience matters.

Grief is not something to “get over.” It is something we learn to carry differently over time.

While grief often becomes less intense, it may never fully disappear. Instead, many people find ways to integrate their loss into their lives while still moving forward with meaning and connection.

Therapy can provide a supportive space to process your emotions without judgment and at your own pace.

Grief counseling is not about rushing you through your loss or pushing you to “move on.” Instead, it offers space to express what you’re feeling and make sense of your experience in a supportive environment.

Together, we can work toward:

• Processing the emotional impact of your loss
• Understanding and normalizing your grief response
• Reducing feelings of isolation and overwhelm
• Navigating difficult emotions such as guilt, anger, or regret
• Finding ways to cope with grief in daily life
• Honoring your loss while continuing to live meaningfully
• Rebuilding connection and support over time

Grief therapy moves at your pace and is guided by what feels most supportive for you.

I take a compassionate, client-centered approach to grief therapy, recognizing that every person’s experience of loss is unique.

Depending on your needs, therapy may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support emotional regulation and coping, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to help manage intense emotions, and a supportive, trauma-informed approach to help you process complex feelings related to loss.

If grief is connected to trauma or complicated circumstances, we may also gently explore those experiences in a way that feels safe and manageable for you.

My goal is to provide a space where you can feel supported, understood, and not alone in what you're carrying.

Grief can feel isolating, especially when others expect you to “be okay” before you feel ready. Therapy can offer a place where your experience is honored and where you can show up exactly as you are.

If you're ready, I invite you to schedule an appointment and begin receiving support as you navigate your grief at your own pace.