Loss or Grief therapists in San Francisco, California CA
Loss or Grief
David J. Kest
Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified IMAGO Relationship Therapist, MFT, and EMDR
Did an advanced 40 hour grief counseling and bereavement education class in 1989.
31 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Vanessa Wolter Holistic Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Experiencing loss is one of the most difficult experiences a person can face. Loss can come in many forms from the loss of a dream or ideal to the loss of a relationship to the loss of a loved one. I help resource clients as they heal from their loss by keeping them connected to self and community. There are many great resources that can help us move through grief. Tapping into self-compassion, leaning on loved ones, connecting with nature or spirituality. I offer guidance during these tough moments to help transform the grief into an opening to orient towards peace and what matters most to us.
11 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Dr. Christina Charlotin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Process oriented therapy to address difficult feelings following a breakup or separation.
12 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Simran Bhatia
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
You've experienced a loss. Maybe it was the death of a loved one, or maybe it was another type of loss. I specialize in helping people grieve while also finding meaning as they move forward. I spent 2 years working at a hospice agency training in working with grief and loss.
9 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Nikita Marina
Psychologist, Past Life Regression, Hypnotherapy, Holistic Psychology, Coaching
A structured program that addresses, helps to understand and process grief in a holistic way.
11 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Charis Khoury
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Grief/loss can seem too much to bear in moments- the support of a trusted other can facilitate the healing process where it may get stuck. There is light at the end of the tunnel.
14 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Patty Murray
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"Grief is love with no place to go" -- that is the framework that guides my work with grief and loss. I work to make space for the love that no longer knows where to go.
7 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Eric van der Voort
Psychologist, PsyD, CST, CSWT
Grief results from many types of loss. A loss can be the death of a loved one, a breakup, losing a job, or a change in financial security. We can also experience the loss of our identity, purpose, ability, or level of functioning. Everyday life events, such as moving, can involve adjusting to a new city, culture, or trying to make new friends. This can mean grieving the loss of a life we used to have.
In order to successfully grieve, we need create new meaning in our lives. However, certain things can get in the way of this process. These “stuck points” might include anger and resentment, guilt, seeing the lost person or thing as being “all good” or “all bad,” or having difficulty talking about the loss.
If you are experiencing a painful loss and feel overwhelmed with where to start, your search for a therapist is a great step. Call me today so we can discuss how grief therapy can help you.In order to be the best version of ourselves, we need to grieve these losses and create new meaning in our lives. However, certain things can get in the way of grieving successfully. These “stuck points” might include anger and resentment, guilt, or difficulty talking about the loss. For those who are experiencing a painful loss and feel overwhelmed with where to start, your search for a therapist is a great step. Call me today so we can discuss how therapy for grief and loss can help you.
9 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
James Norwood
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist
Loss and grief are among the more tragic aspects of some of the unavoidable pain that comes with life. When either loss or grief strikes, we all need someone to talk to. As bottomless as your grief feels now, I do think we can find a way through. I hope you reach out.
10 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Kate Merrill Evans
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Grief changes us. Grieving a loss, whether it is fresh or long-standing is something I hold a great deal of reverence around. I can help you navigate the terrain and integrate how the process teaches us new aspects of self, others, and the world. As a trained Ceremonial Healing Practitioner in the Song of Sophia lineage, I can also guide you through the shadowy portals grief can sometimes open up for us.
5 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Elaine Skoulas
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT
Grief and loss may be one of the most universal experiences, yet it can be extremely isolating experiencing grief in a society that does not know how to talk about these issues. My experience includes grief training and working with individuals and groups specifically with bereavement, death, and grief.
9 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Melissa Klass M.A., LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT #119163
Death. The most universal of life experiences. So why are we afraid to talk about it? We use euphemistic language in an effort to . . . what exactly? Does imagining her in “a better place” take the pain away? What do we say when children ask if they can visit this place, or when the deceased will return home? And then the casseroles and phone calls taper off. Always too soon. Then people stop asking, as though their questions will bring her to mind and cause you to suffer. Don’t they know you think of her every day?
Grief doesn’t ever really go away; it changes over time. Just when you think you are coping better with the loss, the holidays arrive, or the one-year anniversary hits, and there you are, overwhelmed by difficult emotions once again. I would be honored to sit alongside you on this difficult, and often lonely, journey.
8 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Anders Greenwood
Psychologist, Psy.D, Ph.D.
I enjoy helping clients accept and like themselves, organize around strengths, achieve greater emotional presence, think clearly, and let go of shame, guilt and old habits of emotional survival. I believe therapy should lead to better decisions, as well as improved quality of life and relationships.
21 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Dr. Shawn V Giammattei
Psychologist, PhD
Loss and grief is a natural part of the experience of the families we work with and are well trained in how to help people work through the experience and build resilience in the process.
15 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Philip Starkman
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW
In facing the profound journey through loss and grief, I provide a compassionate and understanding presence, recognizing the uniqueness of each person's experience. Integrating holistic strategies such as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness practices, I gently guide clients towards healing. This multifaceted approach supports individuals in processing their emotions, finding peace, and gradually rebuilding their lives. Emphasizing the importance of self-care and gentle self-awareness, I aim to offer a space where feelings of loss can be expressed freely, fostering a path to recovery that honors personal timelines and resilience. Together, we explore coping strategies and tools that not only help in navigating the complexities of grief but also in rediscovering strength and hope. For those walking the path of loss, I am here to support you with empathy and understanding, helping you to move forward with grace and dignity.
53 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
David Oretsky Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
It is essential to recognize that everyone's grief is unique - there is no right or wrong way to grieve, and there's no set timeline for the healing process. In our therapeutic relationship, I aim to honor your individual experience, provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to express your emotions, and accompany you through this difficult time. By using a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs, my goal is to help you better understand your feelings, foster resilience, and facilitate the processing of your loss. Remember, grief is not a linear process, but a testament to the love and connection you had. You are not alone in this journey, and it's okay to seek help.
As a therapist specializing in grief and loss, I am here to provide compassionate support to those navigating the painful journey of losing a loved one. It is essential to recognize that everyone's grief is unique - there is no right or wrong way to grieve, and there's no set timeline for the healing process. In our therapeutic relationship, I aim to honor your individual experience, provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space to express your emotions, and accompany you through this difficult time. By using a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs, my goal is to help you better understand your feelings, foster resilience, and facilitate the processing of your loss. Remember, grief is not a linear process, but a testament to the love and connection you had. You are not alone in this journey, and it's okay to seek help.
12 Years Experience
Loss or Grief
Anxiety Eliminated
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Health Coach, MBA
Women who have lost a spouse have healed very quickly using my protocols. One woman was crying five times a week even after two years. Within five sessions all was resloved.