Loss or Grief therapists in Santa Cruz, California CA
Dr. Donald Dufford
Psychologist, Ph.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Director, Anxiety Treatment Services
The normal grieving process can be complicated by overwhelming emotion, trauma, guilt, fear, resentment, unresolved interpersonal issues, responsibilities and so on. We help you resolve these types of issues with CBT, EMDR and understanding, supportive therapy to move past grief and loss.
38 Years Experience
Doreen Maxwell
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CHT
To focus your attention and explore your inner self is some of the bravest and most powerful work there is. Psychotherapy, with the simple processes of attention and compassion can lead to deep and lasting change. I work collaboratively with you and use Hakomi Method Psychotherapy, and other methods
26 Years Experience
Madalina Coman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
Grief and loss take on many forms and can impact a person’s sense of self or identity as well as your self-esteem. For some, it may even lead to contemplating your own mortality or questioning the meaning of life. Loss can be an incredibly isolating experience. It can feel like no one knows the right thing to say & that your pain will never end. If you’re wondering how you are going to face tomorrow, cope with shattered dreams, or feel like you can’t do this on your own, you are not alone. There’s no “normal” timetable & typically no right or wrong way to grieve. Whether your loss occurred recently or long ago, you deserve space for processing & honoring your grief. I'm here to help.
7 Years Experience
Elizabeth Essner, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
The relationship between the therapist and the client is the most important factor in providing "successful" therapy. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can explore the pain of your loss. I have a certificate in grief and loss and have experience in working with clients who have lost those close to them. The goal is to help you achieve freedom from the pain you are currently experiencing.
6 Years Experience
Dr. Michelle Wambach
Marriage and Family Therapist, Psy.D., LMFT
Post pandemic many people are facing current losses and experiencing deep grief. I provide psychotherapy to help process and heal the feelings of loss. Loss can be from losing relationships, friends, and family members. Or feeling isolated, struggling with the change from how things have always been, or even no longer having a feeling of safety and security in the world.
24 Years Experience
Amy R Swenson, MA
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I treat grief and loss in general and specific to fertility issues (miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss).
15 Years Experience
Sasha Esposito San Roman
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
My approach is non-pathologizing, strength-based and solution-focused. I work in a very humanistic, systemic way and often use cognitive-behavioral methods. I keep my client informed as we go…empowering them to “own†what we discover so they can transform the aspects of themselves and their
26 Years Experience
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
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