Loss or Grief therapists in Atwater, CA
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Dr. Irit Goldman
Marriage and Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
I can help you gain the tools to live the life you deserve. We will work together as a team to have you accomplish your goal! You should not go through your difficulties alone. I will be there for you every step of the way! I am very passionate about helping you achieve personal growth and happiness
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Atwater, CA
Castle Rock Family Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ACSW
Our team provides compassionate counseling to those experiencing grief and loss, helping clients navigate emotions and find healing after loss.
12 Years Experience
Online in Atwater, CA
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 Atwater, CA
Roopa Cantu, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Grief is a common response to any loss. Some people end up experiencing complicated grief or prolonged grief as a result of a loss. I will support your natural grieving process and give you the space to heal and recover.
13 Years Experience
Online in Atwater, CA (Online Only)
Daniel Slavin
Marriage and Family Therapist
I help clients move through grief with patience, compassion, and respect for each person’s unique process. Therapy offers space to mourn, make meaning of loss, and slowly reconnect with life in a way that feels authentic and emotionally safe.
41 Years Experience
Online in Atwater, CA
Loss or Grief therapists in Atwater, CA Statistics
Loss or Grief therapists in Atwater, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), Psychodynamic Therapy (43%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
41%
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
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 61% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 30% | Christian |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |