Online Loss or Grief therapists in Sorrento Valley, California CA
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Grief
Jonathan Kruger Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
While the loss of loved ones is a natural and normal part of life, loss that is unexpected, untimely, accidental, or drawn out, may lead to trauma for those left behind. The grief associated with such trauma can be debilitating and, perhaps even more challenging, isolating. Such grief can also have a cascading effect, leading to deeper depression, anxiety, fear, and maladaptive behaviors to address these overwhelming emotions. While grieving is natural and must run its course, I believe strongly that any loss can be helped through exploration of the corresponding emotions and behaviors with an objective and trusted therapist.
My approach to grief and loss is anchored in my own experience. Having lost most of my family over a very brief window of time, I know well the many emotions that accompany such unexpected and sudden loss. My treatment approach is a merger of my clinical skill set with a deeply empathetic ear, anchored in the coping mechanisms I personally deployed to help manage the many transitions through my own grief. In my work with my patients around loss and grief, I focus on navigating the negative emotions that can accompany loss (guilt, anger, hopelessness, overwhelming sadness) while, over time and when appropriate, jointly crafting with my patients a narrative that celebrates the life of those that have moved on, and facilitates the release of those emotions that can keep patients “stuck” in the trauma of unexpected loss.
13 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Barry Ross
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.
42 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
Bereavement can be an especially lonely experience as people navigate loss in the context of a death-phobic culture. Community care and ritual are often missing for people as they cope with the ongoing nature of loss. Depending on the nature of the loss, trauma processing therapy might also be helpful in supporting the bereavement process over time.
26 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Judith Nitchie
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT36770
Grieving the death or loss of someone or of something that was important to us is an inevitable part of life. Your emotions might be 'all over the place,' from deep sadness to relief. Anger, confusion, frustration, and reassessment can also be part of it. Wherever you are in your experience it can be helpful to share and talk it through with a professional experienced in this area.
32 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Dr Pamela Helen Polcyn
Marriage and Family Therapist, Phd, MFT
Loss is an integral but often unwelcome part of life and love. Consciously navigating loss in painful life experiences is important. The process of effectively letting go when life requires you to do so can help you to move forward in your life.
35 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Courtland McPherson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Grief and loss are something we all face, but they are unique to each of us. I know loss can be challenging. From death, breakups, and job loss to aging, grief, and loss come in different forms. You are not alone; therapy can help you move through and forward.
17 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Jessica Dominguez
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Grief and loss is different for everyone, and learning to navigate life while coping with the impact of a loss is something I'm honored to support others with.
15 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Elizabeth Vahdatpour
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
In our time, loss and grief are everpresent. The cycle of grief is not linear and it is confusing at times. In therapy, we will untangle those complicated emotions and honor them.
9 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Danielle Walker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Whether it’s the end of a relationship, a shift in family roles, or the loss of a familiar dynamic, I support clients in processing grief while also creating space for new beginnings.
7 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Heidi Hartston
Psychologist, PhD
Grief, if ignored, can disrupt your mood, sleep, concentration, and slow your life down to a halt. Whether your grief is from the loss of a loved one, tragic loss from a fire or crime, the end of a relationship, changes in your health or something else, therapy can help you skillfully navigate it at your own pace. I combine insightful, caring depth work with evidence based techniques that help you avoid emotional spirals related to heartbreak and loss. You can learn to hold it all in a way that allows you to find some peace and move forward.
35 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist
Losing someone or something important to us is one of the most challenging things in life. You might be experiencing complex feelings around your loss and/or feeling pressured to "move on." The process of grieving is different for each person, and I would love to help you. Please reach out to me if you are having a hard time coping with your loss.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Wilson Ho Yin Cheh
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
In the uncertain times of Covid-19, where there is a global sense of suffering, many are experiencing various levels and kinds of loss and grief. I support my clients in processing their various feelings, help them gain knowledge and insight about their own process, and gently guide them forward.
18 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Christina Dee
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A. LMFT
Grief rearranges the landscape of our life often disorienting and painful. It’s important to know how to attend to your grief and give it the time and space it needs. I have extensive clinical experience supporting individuals grieving a death or coping with a life-limiting illness as well as providing individual and group support for those healing from PTSD and death related trauma issues.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Amy Price, AMP Family Therapy Inc.
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I have years of experience working with hospice, end of life, and loss of parents, siblings, children and friends. I can help guide you through the ever-changing non-linear landscape and process of grief. I will sit in the pain with you and encourage you in self-care, healing and incorporating your loved one into the rest of your life.
23 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Hannah Nyznyk Christian
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #133278
Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and it doesn’t look the same for everyone. We offer compassionate support as clients process loss and find ways to move forward while honoring what was lost.
7 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Lauren Chavis
Psychologist, PsyD
Bereavement can be a difficult time and I focus on acknowledging grief and focusing on positive memories of the loved one who has passed.
16 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Su Boudreau, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Domestic Violence Counselor
Emotional experiences of sadness or anger and other behavioral changes can arise as the result of a loss. People can get a better understanding of what they are going through and help prevent and reduce prolonged undesirable effects in their lives through counseling when grief/bereavement has affected them. Even though it is normal to feel sad after a loss, when the sadness prolongs and starts affecting one's ability to return to the previous level of daily functioning, it is advisable to seek help from trained professionals to prevent worsening of symptoms, such as developing depression.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
Rising Pines Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I support individuals experiencing grief related to death, relationships, or major life changes. Therapy provides space to honor loss, process emotions, and find ways to move forward without minimizing the experience.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA (Online Only)
Grief
New Beginnings Counseling Center (NBCC)
Pre-Licensed Professional
We support clients through the process of grief and loss through individual therapy.
66 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Grief
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When Loss Changes Everything
Grief isn’t just about death — it’s about all the moments when life changes in ways we didn’t choose. The end of a relationship, a shift in health, the loss of a loved one, or even a transition that brings both relief and sadness can leave us feeling disoriented and alone. Grief is not a problem to fix. It’s a natural, healthy process — but it can feel unbearable when you’re living through it. You may notice waves of emotion that come without warning, moments of guilt or anger, or times when you wonder if you’ll ever feel “normal” again.
I’ve worked in the field of grief and bereavement for over a decade, supporting people as they navigate the complex mix of emotions that come with loss. Using a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT, I’ll help you make space for your feelings while also building tools to:
Process guilt, regret, and “what ifs” that can keep you stuck
Understand and normalize the changing rhythms of grief
Reconnect with moments of peace, purpose, and meaning
Honor your loss while rediscovering your capacity for joy and connection
Grief is deeply personal, and healing doesn’t mean forgetting — it means learning to live fully while carrying your memories with love. Together, we’ll move gently between sorrow and strength, always at your pace.
I BELIEVE:
Grief is love that has nowhere to go — and it deserves compassion, not correction.
There’s no right timeline for healing. You’re allowed to take your time.
Sadness and hope can coexist; they often do.
Meaning can be rebuilt, even after profound loss.
Healing grows in spaces of safety, warmth, and shared humanity.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
Online in Sorrento Valley, CA
Loss or Grief therapists in Sorrento Valley, California Statistics
Loss or Grief therapists in Sorrento Valley, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Loss or Grief (100%), Anxiety or Fears (84%), and Depression (76%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Loss or Grief |
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 63% | Stress |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 57% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |