Loss or Grief therapists in Santa Monica, California CA
We are proud to feature top rated Loss or Grief therapists in Santa Monica, CA. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Loss or Grief
Carol Kochoff, Psy.D., LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Individual, Family and Couples Counseling
I have many years of experience treating feelings of grief and loss by providing coping skills and support. I believe the therapeutic relationship is grounded in trust, safety, caring and confidentiality. I am here to listen, provide understanding, validate concerns and offer a safe environment where deepest feelings can be expressed.
27 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
Loss or Grief
Christian Holmes
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
In the moment, grief can feel impossible to overcome. After all, this is someone or something you love and care about deeply and that feeling of loss is completely unique. Together we will work on honoring the loss while also attending to your unique emotional needs.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90403
Online in Santa Monica, California
Loss or Grief
Lori Karny
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
While illness, loss and grief are part of life -- during particularly challenging times -- psychotherapy offers a an opportunity to consider how we care for ourselves and others and to discover insight, compassion and self-compassion as we learn to cope with waves of sorrow.
36 Years Experience
Online in Santa Monica, California (Online Only)
Loss or Grief
Timothy Walker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Grief is a season without end. It consumes, suffocates, diffuses. It is days of silence. It is unfeeling as a stone. It is raw as a volcano, erupting, tears for hours on end. Grief and loss are also incredibly human experiences. They confirm that we are living, feeling, complex creatures capable of more. Our capacity for grief is commiserate with our capacity for love.
8 Years Experience
Online in Santa Monica, California (Online Only)
Loss or Grief
Bruce Howard
Psychologist, PhD
Please see website
42 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
Loss or Grief
Dr Mark Baker
Psychologist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist, Marriage and Family Therapist
We have therapists who specialize in grief.
45 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90403
Loss or Grief
Linda Owen
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
I have had the honor of working as a Therapist for over 20 years. I have been privileged to share the life challenges and successes of hundreds of people. I am excited to have a profession where there are growth opportunities and effective tools available to help others to improve their lives.
39 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90401
Loss or Grief
Elaine Skoulas
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT
Grief is a natural, human response to loss, however it often feels like we have to go through it alone. I offer a safe, caring space to navigate the heartbreak of losing a loved one, whether through death, estrangement, or life transitions. My background includes grief-specific training and facilitating bereavement groups. In our work together, we’ll make space for the pain, the memories, and the meaning-making that allows healing to unfold.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
Loss or 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
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, California
Loss or Grief
Alan Hanft
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Though somewhat unique for every individual, loss and grief is seen in many different life situations and many psychiatric conditions. Often painful, we can work to decrease the duration and severity of these issues together. Please call me at no charge at (310) 750-8348 if you think I may be able to be of assistance to you.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA