Grief Therapists in Culver City, CA
Are you dealing with life threatening illness? Would you like to recapture sexual intimacy in your relationship? Are you having relationship, grief or divorce struggles? Having experienced the grief and loss brought forward by my spouse's terminal illness, I have developed strong insights to help my clients:
* Live with illness
* Recapture sexual intimacy
* Live a full life after divorce or widowhood
* Sustain deeper intimate relationships, and
* Gain autonomy
Are you dealing with life threatening illness? Would you like to recapture sexual intimacy in your relationship? Are you having relationship, grief or divorce struggles? Having experienced the grief and loss brought forward by my spouse's terminal illness, I have developed strong insights to help my clients:
* Live with illness
* Recapture sexual intimacy
* Live a full life after divorce or widowhood
* Sustain deeper intimate relationships, and
* Gain autonomy
I work collaboratively with clients to alleviate symptoms, change behavioral patterns and negative thinking, transform family-of-origin dynamics and improve relationships. For more than 20 years, I have helped clients with anxiety, depression, relationships, work stress/burnout, grief/ loss, self-esteem, racial identity, chronic illness, postpartum, infertility and life/career transitions. I specialize in working with women at mid-life, new mothers and women in transition. I provide a supportive environment where clients learn to be present with their experience and explore emotions and thoughts with acceptance and non-judgment.
I work collaboratively with clients to alleviate symptoms, change behavioral patterns and negative thinking, transform family-of-origin dynamics and improve relationships. For more than 20 years, I have helped clients with anxiety, depression, relationships, work stress/burnout, grief/ loss, self-esteem, racial identity, chronic illness, postpartum, infertility and life/career transitions. I specialize in working with women at mid-life, new mothers and women in transition. I provide a supportive environment where clients learn to be present with their experience and explore emotions and thoughts with acceptance and non-judgment.
Scott Duncan Gilliam
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with Grief, Depression, Bipolar I and II, as well as Anxiety and Personality Disorders.
I practice psychotherapy from an eclectic perspective integrating Humanistic, Spiritual, Depth, and Cognitive Behavioral psychology. Are you ready for positive change in your life? Are you distressed, depressed? Grieving? Anxious? Clients comes to me for several reasons: depression, self-esteem, self empowerment, overcoming habits and addictions, to find freedom from inner struggle, to discover personal purpose , meaning and happiness. I can help you resolve issues, have more satisfying relationships, and grow towards a greater sense of meaning and purpose. I will be your ally in your personal journey.
I work with Grief, Depression, Bipolar I and II, as well as Anxiety and Personality Disorders.
I practice psychotherapy from an eclectic perspective integrating Humanistic, Spiritual, Depth, and Cognitive Behavioral psychology. Are you ready for positive change in your life? Are you distressed, depressed? Grieving? Anxious? Clients comes to me for several reasons: depression, self-esteem, self empowerment, overcoming habits and addictions, to find freedom from inner struggle, to discover personal purpose , meaning and happiness. I can help you resolve issues, have more satisfying relationships, and grow towards a greater sense of meaning and purpose. I will be your ally in your personal journey.
Becky White
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
I provide treatment for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief and anger.
I am the Founder and Director of Root to Rise Therapy, a boutique psychotherapy practice that provides couples therapy and individual counseling in a warm, accepting space. As a highly trained psychotherapist and relationship counselor located in the heart of Culver City, California, my passion is helping individuals, couples, and families to create relationships and lives that they love. I believe that healthy relationships start with you and that in order to serve the people that we love most, we first have to learn to take care of ourselves!
I provide treatment for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief and anger.
I am the Founder and Director of Root to Rise Therapy, a boutique psychotherapy practice that provides couples therapy and individual counseling in a warm, accepting space. As a highly trained psychotherapist and relationship counselor located in the heart of Culver City, California, my passion is helping individuals, couples, and families to create relationships and lives that they love. I believe that healthy relationships start with you and that in order to serve the people that we love most, we first have to learn to take care of ourselves!
Lori Karny LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I enjoy assisting adults of all ages to explore relationship concerns, to develop personal autonomy, self-worth - and to explore individual and professional creativity. If you are depressed, anxious, angry, struggling or worried - I want to help you. For over 25 years, I have supported individuals of all ages to articulate and understand psychological problems, to develop insight and individual strategies to thrive in life. I specialize in helping people who are are struggling with trauma, identity, suicidal ideation, emotional pain, social changes, family dynamics, relationship loss, complex grief, and emotional life transitions.
I enjoy assisting adults of all ages to explore relationship concerns, to develop personal autonomy, self-worth - and to explore individual and professional creativity. If you are depressed, anxious, angry, struggling or worried - I want to help you. For over 25 years, I have supported individuals of all ages to articulate and understand psychological problems, to develop insight and individual strategies to thrive in life. I specialize in helping people who are are struggling with trauma, identity, suicidal ideation, emotional pain, social changes, family dynamics, relationship loss, complex grief, and emotional life transitions.
Kiara Bernhart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
People needing grief work, empowerment, and help with boundary-setting and communication of needs.
Behind each difficult emotion, lies a valuable lesson. To get through life's obstacles, we need connection, compassion and acceptance. I offer a non judgmental look into how you came to be, so that feelings can be felt and not shut out. By inviting these feelings in & processing them together, we challenge our avoidance/fear so you can be seen right where you are at. This compassionate approach rebuilds the relationship with yourself and gets to the root of change. Change does not come from saying "this is where I want to be and I'm not there now." It happens when we start to understand the purpose a behavior/feeling serves for us.
People needing grief work, empowerment, and help with boundary-setting and communication of needs.
Behind each difficult emotion, lies a valuable lesson. To get through life's obstacles, we need connection, compassion and acceptance. I offer a non judgmental look into how you came to be, so that feelings can be felt and not shut out. By inviting these feelings in & processing them together, we challenge our avoidance/fear so you can be seen right where you are at. This compassionate approach rebuilds the relationship with yourself and gets to the root of change. Change does not come from saying "this is where I want to be and I'm not there now." It happens when we start to understand the purpose a behavior/feeling serves for us.
Bonnie Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I also work with emotional problems connected to health issues, work-related stress or problems, family dynamics, eating disorders, the emotional strains of infertility, postpartum depression, and loss and grief.
If you are depressed, anxious, having relationship or work difficulties, I will help you with my warm, compassionate and active approach. I will actively listen to you, strive to truly understand you, lead you in self discovery, and support you in experiencing emotions. Together we will explore your personal history and background, gain insights, and recognize patterns in feelings and behavior that may be troubling you. Therapy will help you feel more in control of your life. If you are a couple, I will help you express yourselves honestly, listen actively, and agree on goals.
I also work with emotional problems connected to health issues, work-related stress or problems, family dynamics, eating disorders, the emotional strains of infertility, postpartum depression, and loss and grief.
If you are depressed, anxious, having relationship or work difficulties, I will help you with my warm, compassionate and active approach. I will actively listen to you, strive to truly understand you, lead you in self discovery, and support you in experiencing emotions. Together we will explore your personal history and background, gain insights, and recognize patterns in feelings and behavior that may be troubling you. Therapy will help you feel more in control of your life. If you are a couple, I will help you express yourselves honestly, listen actively, and agree on goals.
Mara Eaton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, addictions, trauma and grief.
People are defined by their strengths, not their difficulties. Each of us has the power to change. With my warm and interactive style, I offer a nonjudgmental and safe setting where you can feel comfortable sharing feelings and frustrations. I emphasize helping you make concrete, positive changes in your day to day life. This happens by gaining deeper self-knowledge and altering patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are preventing you from achieving greater personal fulfillment. At a pace that is comfortable for you, I will help you identify major issues that are holding you back, and make real, tangible progress.
I have extensive experience in treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, addictions, trauma and grief.
People are defined by their strengths, not their difficulties. Each of us has the power to change. With my warm and interactive style, I offer a nonjudgmental and safe setting where you can feel comfortable sharing feelings and frustrations. I emphasize helping you make concrete, positive changes in your day to day life. This happens by gaining deeper self-knowledge and altering patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are preventing you from achieving greater personal fulfillment. At a pace that is comfortable for you, I will help you identify major issues that are holding you back, and make real, tangible progress.
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
Stephanie Book Koehler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230
We’re finding ourselves living in a new post-pandemic world. We’ve changed and the culture has changed. We’re trying to hold it together when the nature of things is to fall apart. The big questions arise: Who am I now? What matters to me? How do I enliven myself? We are all grieving, mourning lost friends, past relationships, illusions of safety, control and predictability, opportunities gone that will never return. Are you sadder? Sadder and wiser but more adrift? Are past traumas holding you back? Right now is the time to get more support as you grapple your life's meaning and purpose and move forward with greater self-compassion
We’re finding ourselves living in a new post-pandemic world. We’ve changed and the culture has changed. We’re trying to hold it together when the nature of things is to fall apart. The big questions arise: Who am I now? What matters to me? How do I enliven myself? We are all grieving, mourning lost friends, past relationships, illusions of safety, control and predictability, opportunities gone that will never return. Are you sadder? Sadder and wiser but more adrift? Are past traumas holding you back? Right now is the time to get more support as you grapple your life's meaning and purpose and move forward with greater self-compassion
Maya Rasak
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, IBP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232
You'll establish a connection to your authentic self which will anchor you when outside circumstances appear overwhelming, helping you to effectively manage stress, loss and change.
Feeling stuck in familiar self defeating patterns? I can help uncover unconscious habits or behaviors that keep you anxious and depressed. Through active listening, and interactive exercises my direct approach helps you encounter hidden parts of yourself, enabling you to integrate these into one whole, thriving person with greater capacity to live and love completely. With extensive background in Western Psychology and Eastern practices I treat the whole being which leads to deeper awareness, changes in behavior and more satisfying relationships with others. Nothing changes if you don't take action. The journey begins with you.
You'll establish a connection to your authentic self which will anchor you when outside circumstances appear overwhelming, helping you to effectively manage stress, loss and change.
Feeling stuck in familiar self defeating patterns? I can help uncover unconscious habits or behaviors that keep you anxious and depressed. Through active listening, and interactive exercises my direct approach helps you encounter hidden parts of yourself, enabling you to integrate these into one whole, thriving person with greater capacity to live and love completely. With extensive background in Western Psychology and Eastern practices I treat the whole being which leads to deeper awareness, changes in behavior and more satisfying relationships with others. Nothing changes if you don't take action. The journey begins with you.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I have extensive training and experience in helping clients process difficult emotions and attachment issues, including painful childhood memories or grief over loss of a loved one.
I'm deeply empathetic with an ability to be with clients through their most difficult emotions. I believe processing feelings can facilitate rapid growth. However, my approach is eclectic because change can be initiated in different ways. For example, emotional processing can shift feelings as well as thoughts and behaviors. Alternatively, reevaluating dysfunctional thoughts can improve our outlook and actions. Exploring different behaviors can permanently change one's attitude or release repressed feelings. So, I'm a client centered, empathetic therapist, comfortable working on deep feelings as well as assisting clients in finding concrete solutions and effective new behaviors.
I have extensive training and experience in helping clients process difficult emotions and attachment issues, including painful childhood memories or grief over loss of a loved one.
I'm deeply empathetic with an ability to be with clients through their most difficult emotions. I believe processing feelings can facilitate rapid growth. However, my approach is eclectic because change can be initiated in different ways. For example, emotional processing can shift feelings as well as thoughts and behaviors. Alternatively, reevaluating dysfunctional thoughts can improve our outlook and actions. Exploring different behaviors can permanently change one's attitude or release repressed feelings. So, I'm a client centered, empathetic therapist, comfortable working on deep feelings as well as assisting clients in finding concrete solutions and effective new behaviors.
Lisa E Frankel
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
As a therapist for 35 plus years I have experience working with individuals and couples with varied backgrounds, cultures and ages. Many years working with people in Recovery (12 step and alternatives friendly) . Hsp's (highly sensitive) , women and men in transition.. challenged by depression, anxiety and panic, people in creative fields corporate professionals, LGBT. My experience as a cancer survivor, adoptive parent, artist/writer, and meditator enhance my work. I work with mindfulness. stress management and CBT .Very experienced with loss, grief, extreme religion/ cult recovery . Advanced training Trauma Resiliency Model.
As a therapist for 35 plus years I have experience working with individuals and couples with varied backgrounds, cultures and ages. Many years working with people in Recovery (12 step and alternatives friendly) . Hsp's (highly sensitive) , women and men in transition.. challenged by depression, anxiety and panic, people in creative fields corporate professionals, LGBT. My experience as a cancer survivor, adoptive parent, artist/writer, and meditator enhance my work. I work with mindfulness. stress management and CBT .Very experienced with loss, grief, extreme religion/ cult recovery . Advanced training Trauma Resiliency Model.
Judith Crane Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90066
I use an Integrative Therapeutic approach to uncover unresolved loss or past trauma, identify limiting beliefs learned from childhood experiences and examine patterns of interaction that may be blocking you from living your best life and interfering in your relationships.
Strength Hope Resiliency Positivity Gratitude Healing These are key concepts that I highlight in my work as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working over 15 years as a clinician with people from age 14 to 90 and their families. The issues brought to me most often include substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, grief and loss and difficulties in relationships. My approach is one of collaboration and a compassionate attitude toward the person to develop a good rapport and a mutual understanding of the goals for treatment. My techniques are tailored to the person
I use an Integrative Therapeutic approach to uncover unresolved loss or past trauma, identify limiting beliefs learned from childhood experiences and examine patterns of interaction that may be blocking you from living your best life and interfering in your relationships.
Strength Hope Resiliency Positivity Gratitude Healing These are key concepts that I highlight in my work as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working over 15 years as a clinician with people from age 14 to 90 and their families. The issues brought to me most often include substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, grief and loss and difficulties in relationships. My approach is one of collaboration and a compassionate attitude toward the person to develop a good rapport and a mutual understanding of the goals for treatment. My techniques are tailored to the person
Overthinking things. Analyzing every decision to death. Wanting to know for sure what the outcome will be. Not taking the first step unless you feel for sure it will work out the way you want it to. These obsessive tendencies can be paralyzing. They can hold you back from living a more enjoyable life. There is hope and help. I have devoted my work to helping people overcome symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks.
Overthinking things. Analyzing every decision to death. Wanting to know for sure what the outcome will be. Not taking the first step unless you feel for sure it will work out the way you want it to. These obsessive tendencies can be paralyzing. They can hold you back from living a more enjoyable life. There is hope and help. I have devoted my work to helping people overcome symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks.
Gwen Lotery
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, CST, AASECT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90066
I have facilitated parenting classes, teen and bereavement groups and have spoken in elementary, middle and high schools.
Change is possible. With over 25+ years of experience, I have successfully worked with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families to reduce anxiety, depression, and overall conflict, whether it be at home or work. As little as 3-5 sessions, my clients have reported that they have higher self-esteem and greater confidence in all areas of their lives. High stress can hit you during times of change: birth, separation, divorce, or death of a loved one. I will help guide you through this difficult time. Each client's therapy is individualized, collaborative, and strength-based. I offer a 2-hour deep intensive couples therapy.
I have facilitated parenting classes, teen and bereavement groups and have spoken in elementary, middle and high schools.
Change is possible. With over 25+ years of experience, I have successfully worked with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families to reduce anxiety, depression, and overall conflict, whether it be at home or work. As little as 3-5 sessions, my clients have reported that they have higher self-esteem and greater confidence in all areas of their lives. High stress can hit you during times of change: birth, separation, divorce, or death of a loved one. I will help guide you through this difficult time. Each client's therapy is individualized, collaborative, and strength-based. I offer a 2-hour deep intensive couples therapy.
Ellen S Katz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
I have been blessed with many incredible mentors throughout my journey as a human and as a therapist, and I now can share their collective wisdom along with my life experience, with you. Therapy offer a process of healing learn to be present together, allowing awareness to expand in a safe place. Here, truth can be expressed, allowing transformation. Typically we default to distraction, intoxication or denial when a we can't genuinely connect with ourselves. "Process addictions", loss, trauma and shame creep in and inhibit our sense of Self. Through therapy, our clarity, healing and ease with emotional intimacy can finally emerge.
I have been blessed with many incredible mentors throughout my journey as a human and as a therapist, and I now can share their collective wisdom along with my life experience, with you. Therapy offer a process of healing learn to be present together, allowing awareness to expand in a safe place. Here, truth can be expressed, allowing transformation. Typically we default to distraction, intoxication or denial when a we can't genuinely connect with ourselves. "Process addictions", loss, trauma and shame creep in and inhibit our sense of Self. Through therapy, our clarity, healing and ease with emotional intimacy can finally emerge.
Infidelity Recovery And Help For Couples
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90066
30 yrs exp..... Evening & Sunday sessions available. Laressa Desmond PhD. If you are experiencing the devastation of an infidelity I am here to help you. This is one of the most painful things that can happen to a Couple. The impact is deeply distressing on every level & the fallout is far reaching. Perhaps you are trying to decide whether you can work through it together? I have experience helping Couples navigate the stormy emotions that threaten to drown your relationship. Many couples do make it through this terrible loss of trust. Email me and let's see how I can help you.
30 yrs exp..... Evening & Sunday sessions available. Laressa Desmond PhD. If you are experiencing the devastation of an infidelity I am here to help you. This is one of the most painful things that can happen to a Couple. The impact is deeply distressing on every level & the fallout is far reaching. Perhaps you are trying to decide whether you can work through it together? I have experience helping Couples navigate the stormy emotions that threaten to drown your relationship. Many couples do make it through this terrible loss of trust. Email me and let's see how I can help you.
I also work with PANIC DISORDER (a complicated connection between the mind and body) and DEPRESSION AND GRIEF (many times connected with a secondary emotional state).
My clients like me because I am a very active therapist. You will not just get a "How does that make you feel?" question. Of course I want to know how something makes you feel, but I want for you to be able to get some answers and treatment that leads to a real change in your life. My website at Crystalnash.com states "Therapy can be intense, but it doesn't have to be drudgery. There is laughter through the tears, when we recognize our human frailty. The "Ah ha! Eureka!" moments give energy and hope for the future."
I also work with PANIC DISORDER (a complicated connection between the mind and body) and DEPRESSION AND GRIEF (many times connected with a secondary emotional state).
My clients like me because I am a very active therapist. You will not just get a "How does that make you feel?" question. Of course I want to know how something makes you feel, but I want for you to be able to get some answers and treatment that leads to a real change in your life. My website at Crystalnash.com states "Therapy can be intense, but it doesn't have to be drudgery. There is laughter through the tears, when we recognize our human frailty. The "Ah ha! Eureka!" moments give energy and hope for the future."
Ashley Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adults and helping them to gain a deeper perspective and understanding of themselves and the problems they face in daily life including depression, anxiety, adjusting to changes in life circumstances, dealing with stressors, and processing unresolved grief or trauma.
I use a client-centered approach that starts with a foundation of unconditional positive regard, honesty, and empathic understanding. I believe this foundation is important in order to develop trust with my clients in order to work together to achieve the growth, relief, and change they are looking for in their lives. I utilize and integrate a variety of theories to help me best understand individuals and how they can make changes in their lives.
I enjoy working with adults and helping them to gain a deeper perspective and understanding of themselves and the problems they face in daily life including depression, anxiety, adjusting to changes in life circumstances, dealing with stressors, and processing unresolved grief or trauma.
I use a client-centered approach that starts with a foundation of unconditional positive regard, honesty, and empathic understanding. I believe this foundation is important in order to develop trust with my clients in order to work together to achieve the growth, relief, and change they are looking for in their lives. I utilize and integrate a variety of theories to help me best understand individuals and how they can make changes in their lives.
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