Grief Therapists in Northridge, CA
My name is Annette Hymes. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25 years of experience. I have experience working with adults, couples and individuals dealing with anxiety disorder, depression, stress reduction, bereavement and loss and relationship issues. I realize that each person has unique needs, therefore my treatment plan for changes, positive growth and problem solving skills are carefully planned for each individual. Together we work to make therapy a beneficial and worthwhile experience. Together we also develop tools to help solve problems, improve relationships and change behavior to improve your life. Please feel free to call me to discuss any questions.
My name is Annette Hymes. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25 years of experience. I have experience working with adults, couples and individuals dealing with anxiety disorder, depression, stress reduction, bereavement and loss and relationship issues. I realize that each person has unique needs, therefore my treatment plan for changes, positive growth and problem solving skills are carefully planned for each individual. Together we work to make therapy a beneficial and worthwhile experience. Together we also develop tools to help solve problems, improve relationships and change behavior to improve your life. Please feel free to call me to discuss any questions.
Jaimie T Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
With extensive experience in working with diverse individuals facing a wide range of challenges—such as relationship issues, crisis intervention, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and bereavement—I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support. One of my core passions lies in helping those who struggle with anxiety. I strive to create a non-judgmental and safe space where genuine change can occur. Together, we will develop a personalized approach tailored to your unique situation, ensuring that our work aligns with your specific needs and goals.
With extensive experience in working with diverse individuals facing a wide range of challenges—such as relationship issues, crisis intervention, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and bereavement—I am committed to providing compassionate and effective support. One of my core passions lies in helping those who struggle with anxiety. I strive to create a non-judgmental and safe space where genuine change can occur. Together, we will develop a personalized approach tailored to your unique situation, ensuring that our work aligns with your specific needs and goals.
Melissa Argueta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325 (Online Only)
In addition, my experiences include: working on issues related to family conflict, intimate relationship conflicts, trauma and childhood trauma, grief and loss, adoption, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse/dependence.
Do you ever feel like things will never get better? That you will never wake up happy and satisfied with your life because of your past or current situation? Are you stuck? Do you want to get out of survivor mode and experience a life that is calm, peaceful and safe? Are you hesitant about steps you need to take so that your life feels more manageable.Have you faced losses that prevent you from seeking healthy relationships or perhaps you continue to struggle with trusting people? I am here for you. Together we will address and challenge the issues at hand to begin the process of healing, happiness, motivation, and passion for life.
In addition, my experiences include: working on issues related to family conflict, intimate relationship conflicts, trauma and childhood trauma, grief and loss, adoption, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse/dependence.
Do you ever feel like things will never get better? That you will never wake up happy and satisfied with your life because of your past or current situation? Are you stuck? Do you want to get out of survivor mode and experience a life that is calm, peaceful and safe? Are you hesitant about steps you need to take so that your life feels more manageable.Have you faced losses that prevent you from seeking healthy relationships or perhaps you continue to struggle with trusting people? I am here for you. Together we will address and challenge the issues at hand to begin the process of healing, happiness, motivation, and passion for life.
Kathy Chapel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
It might mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss, or life transitions or helping you change a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the To Do List? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain about how they’re supposed to manage their relationships, careers, and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live a better life.
It might mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss, or life transitions or helping you change a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the To Do List? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and uncertain about how they’re supposed to manage their relationships, careers, and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live a better life.
We all want to live our best life possible with joy and vitality. Sometimes physical, emotional, psychological, or other limitations make it challenging to do so. Recovering from the setbacks and losses of the coronavirus pandemic has been difficult for some people facing the ongoing impact of long Covid or the grief of losing loved ones. The hostile political climate and wars around the world create even greater unrest, anxiety, and a lack of safety. You want to get back on track and need a partner to walk with you through this. It isn’t too late. I trust that we will get through whatever you are facing together. You are not alone.
We all want to live our best life possible with joy and vitality. Sometimes physical, emotional, psychological, or other limitations make it challenging to do so. Recovering from the setbacks and losses of the coronavirus pandemic has been difficult for some people facing the ongoing impact of long Covid or the grief of losing loved ones. The hostile political climate and wars around the world create even greater unrest, anxiety, and a lack of safety. You want to get back on track and need a partner to walk with you through this. It isn’t too late. I trust that we will get through whatever you are facing together. You are not alone.
Lydia Nicole Silva
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91330
I support clients facing difficult transitions, especially grief, loss and trauma.
Let's be real, none of us have the perfect life, perfect family or perfect attitude at all times- guess what? Me neither! This means I am not fragile, I've been through devastating traumas, the gut wrenching pain of grief and the shakiness of self-doubt. We are all human and we all have different experiences with life. Your unique knowledge including your spirituality, culture and generational awareness can become your superpower to creating, realizing and understanding the world that you live in. Let's talk about it!
I support clients facing difficult transitions, especially grief, loss and trauma.
Let's be real, none of us have the perfect life, perfect family or perfect attitude at all times- guess what? Me neither! This means I am not fragile, I've been through devastating traumas, the gut wrenching pain of grief and the shakiness of self-doubt. We are all human and we all have different experiences with life. Your unique knowledge including your spirituality, culture and generational awareness can become your superpower to creating, realizing and understanding the world that you live in. Let's talk about it!
The tools and skills of Grief Recovery will help you end the anguish and loneliness of a broken heart.
Death and divorce catch most of us totally unprepared because we are not taught how to handle loss. We can feel so ill-equipped. Whether your loss is from death of a loved one, divorce or breakup, loss of trust, loss of safety or other meaningful emotional losses, healing is finding new reasons for living. Learn skills and tools to end the pain, isolation and emptiness. Discover healing and joy again.
The tools and skills of Grief Recovery will help you end the anguish and loneliness of a broken heart.
Death and divorce catch most of us totally unprepared because we are not taught how to handle loss. We can feel so ill-equipped. Whether your loss is from death of a loved one, divorce or breakup, loss of trust, loss of safety or other meaningful emotional losses, healing is finding new reasons for living. Learn skills and tools to end the pain, isolation and emptiness. Discover healing and joy again.
Krista Parker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
Hi there! With everything happening in the world right now, life may be very overwhelming, leading us to feel isolated, anxious, depressed, stuck, and helpless. I am here to help you navigate through these life challenges, find a healthy balance, and help you find tools to cope and grow. I help teens, adults, and families transform their grief, traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, and other overwhelming emotions into healing and hope.
Hi there! With everything happening in the world right now, life may be very overwhelming, leading us to feel isolated, anxious, depressed, stuck, and helpless. I am here to help you navigate through these life challenges, find a healthy balance, and help you find tools to cope and grow. I help teens, adults, and families transform their grief, traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, and other overwhelming emotions into healing and hope.
Lesli Birkhead
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91326 (Online Only)
If you are suffering the loss of a loved one, fur baby family member, or other loss such as a job or divorce, please don't suffer alone.
Grief and loss happen to everyone at some time. Some are able to navigate their way through loss without needing additional assistance. Others need a skilled professional to help them work through this difficult and unbearable time. I've had years of training and experience working with such individuals. I also work with adults who have anxiety and depression. Please don't suffer any longer. Call and make an appointment today.
If you are suffering the loss of a loved one, fur baby family member, or other loss such as a job or divorce, please don't suffer alone.
Grief and loss happen to everyone at some time. Some are able to navigate their way through loss without needing additional assistance. Others need a skilled professional to help them work through this difficult and unbearable time. I've had years of training and experience working with such individuals. I also work with adults who have anxiety and depression. Please don't suffer any longer. Call and make an appointment today.
I AM A CERTIFIED GRIEF EDUCATOR, STUDIED UNDER DAVID KESSLER, renowned grief expert, as well as state of the art leaders in the field of psychology .
OVERWHELMED? In this Post-pandemic world it is the "new normal" to feel anxious, depressed, fearful and at times, hopeless. Are depression, anxiety, worry, fear getting in your way of being the best that you know you can be? Have you tried everything you can think of and still distressed! I CAN HELP!! I bring over 30 years professional experience, enhanced by my personal life experiences including multiple losses, as well as recently entering yet another "new world" of Widowhood!
I AM A CERTIFIED GRIEF EDUCATOR, STUDIED UNDER DAVID KESSLER, renowned grief expert, as well as state of the art leaders in the field of psychology .
OVERWHELMED? In this Post-pandemic world it is the "new normal" to feel anxious, depressed, fearful and at times, hopeless. Are depression, anxiety, worry, fear getting in your way of being the best that you know you can be? Have you tried everything you can think of and still distressed! I CAN HELP!! I bring over 30 years professional experience, enhanced by my personal life experiences including multiple losses, as well as recently entering yet another "new world" of Widowhood!
I typically work with trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, behavioral interventions, grief.
Hi! My name is Eztli (pronounced s-lee) Herrera and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). My approach to therapy is meeting a person where they are at and collaborating on working toward agreed-upon goals. I am an evidence-based therapist meaning I like to look at what has shown significance in treating individuals. I believe in the body keeping the score and social relationships mattering so I encourage physical and social practice in my treatment interventions.
I typically work with trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression, behavioral interventions, grief.
Hi! My name is Eztli (pronounced s-lee) Herrera and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). My approach to therapy is meeting a person where they are at and collaborating on working toward agreed-upon goals. I am an evidence-based therapist meaning I like to look at what has shown significance in treating individuals. I believe in the body keeping the score and social relationships mattering so I encourage physical and social practice in my treatment interventions.
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J. Juan Macias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
I will partner with you to: Reduce feelings of anxiety, depression and grief • Manage challenging life events • Identify your “voice” in work and personal relationships • Navigate difficult conversations • Understand and manage your anger better • Help find your authentic self • Manage expectations of yourself and others • Find more meaning.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Career Coach with a passion for helping men and women thrive in their relationships with themselves and others (e.g., assert. Barriers I can help you overcome include anxiety/stress, depression/ grief and adjusting to life challenges, both at home and in the workplace. I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and can incorporate Christian spirituality, upon request. Many years ago, I transitioned from a successful career in the corporate world to follow my calling as a therapist and would like to help you reach your desired values and goals.
I will partner with you to: Reduce feelings of anxiety, depression and grief • Manage challenging life events • Identify your “voice” in work and personal relationships • Navigate difficult conversations • Understand and manage your anger better • Help find your authentic self • Manage expectations of yourself and others • Find more meaning.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Career Coach with a passion for helping men and women thrive in their relationships with themselves and others (e.g., assert. Barriers I can help you overcome include anxiety/stress, depression/ grief and adjusting to life challenges, both at home and in the workplace. I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and can incorporate Christian spirituality, upon request. Many years ago, I transitioned from a successful career in the corporate world to follow my calling as a therapist and would like to help you reach your desired values and goals.
Ingrid Nishimoto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
I have 9+ years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, and cultural identity. As a second-generation Korean-American, I know first-hand the experience of wrestling with internalized stereotypes and expectations and charting my path. Having lived experience with chronic illness, I began feeling safer in my body with grounding skills and now love teaching clients how to feel more “at home” in their bodies with simple tools. I dig deeper by using therapies to target distressing incidents. I will be a consistent, compassionate, and truthful space so you can fully for your life.
I have 9+ years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, and cultural identity. As a second-generation Korean-American, I know first-hand the experience of wrestling with internalized stereotypes and expectations and charting my path. Having lived experience with chronic illness, I began feeling safer in my body with grounding skills and now love teaching clients how to feel more “at home” in their bodies with simple tools. I dig deeper by using therapies to target distressing incidents. I will be a consistent, compassionate, and truthful space so you can fully for your life.
Alejandra Trujillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91326
Hablo Español. Hispanic, Mexican descent. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Are you upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss: divorce, dead, car accident, sudden death, medical trauma, etc?
Hablo Español. Hispanic, Mexican descent. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Are you upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss: divorce, dead, car accident, sudden death, medical trauma, etc?
I offer empathy, genuineness, and over 20 years of experience and knowledge working with individuals who dealt with difficult situations such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, family problems, parenting issues, grief, and loss.
Sometimes, a person who isn't in your immediate circle may offer you a fresh perspective that helps you move through a difficult situation when you feel stuck! My name is Denise Billingsley, and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I will help you unpack and navigate the difficulties you've indicated. Driven by my background in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, I will tailor our dialogue to meet your specific and unique needs using an effective, proven, "down-to-earth" style.
I offer empathy, genuineness, and over 20 years of experience and knowledge working with individuals who dealt with difficult situations such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, family problems, parenting issues, grief, and loss.
Sometimes, a person who isn't in your immediate circle may offer you a fresh perspective that helps you move through a difficult situation when you feel stuck! My name is Denise Billingsley, and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I will help you unpack and navigate the difficulties you've indicated. Driven by my background in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, I will tailor our dialogue to meet your specific and unique needs using an effective, proven, "down-to-earth" style.
Militza Marin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91326 (Online Only)
In my practice, I integrate my training in a variety of disciplines as well as my extensive experience counseling to help clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, life transitions, and interpersonal conflicts.
Looking for someone to help you get relief from life's stressors? When you are feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day conflicts or long-term struggles that disrupt your sense of self-confidence or direction, you do not have to face these alone. Make the call and have a conversation about what you need and what is possible in your life. Finding a compassionate clinician who will help you process and cope with core issues that seep into your relationships and existence is the next step toward regaining your life balance.
In my practice, I integrate my training in a variety of disciplines as well as my extensive experience counseling to help clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, life transitions, and interpersonal conflicts.
Looking for someone to help you get relief from life's stressors? When you are feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day conflicts or long-term struggles that disrupt your sense of self-confidence or direction, you do not have to face these alone. Make the call and have a conversation about what you need and what is possible in your life. Finding a compassionate clinician who will help you process and cope with core issues that seep into your relationships and existence is the next step toward regaining your life balance.
Cynthia Bloore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91326 (Online Only)
I provide psychotherapy and counseling for individuals struggling with anxiety and depression; substance use, abuse, and addiction; relationship difficulties; past trauma; and the effects of dysfunctional family relationships. If you are struggling in your personal or work relationships, if you are finding it hard to adjust to loss or trauma, or if you are finding it difficult to cope with the demands of everyday life, I can offer help in dealing with today's struggles--and hope for facing future challenges. I will work alongside you as you learn new ways to find success and happiness.
I provide psychotherapy and counseling for individuals struggling with anxiety and depression; substance use, abuse, and addiction; relationship difficulties; past trauma; and the effects of dysfunctional family relationships. If you are struggling in your personal or work relationships, if you are finding it hard to adjust to loss or trauma, or if you are finding it difficult to cope with the demands of everyday life, I can offer help in dealing with today's struggles--and hope for facing future challenges. I will work alongside you as you learn new ways to find success and happiness.
Dr. Rita de Cassia Silva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324 (Online Only)
I specialized in trauma work, depressive symptoms, anxiety, grief, and issues that negatively impact our lives.
Do you wake up in the morning feeling empty, tired, and unmotivated? Are you struggling with issues related to your past, uncontrollable thoughts, anger, grief, communication, anxiety, or major life changes? Are you seeking a more loving, meaningful, and harmonious relationship with your partner and your loved ones but don't know how or what to do to improve it? There comes a time when help is needed from a licensed professional.
I specialized in trauma work, depressive symptoms, anxiety, grief, and issues that negatively impact our lives.
Do you wake up in the morning feeling empty, tired, and unmotivated? Are you struggling with issues related to your past, uncontrollable thoughts, anger, grief, communication, anxiety, or major life changes? Are you seeking a more loving, meaningful, and harmonious relationship with your partner and your loved ones but don't know how or what to do to improve it? There comes a time when help is needed from a licensed professional.
Alina Hetherman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adult individuals who are challenged by a variety of issues including relationship issues, abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and bereavement. I have a genuine interest in helping people improve their mental and emotional health to have meaningful and healthy lives and social relationships. We truly are social beings and we all have the natural ability to create and nurture healthy social relationships.
I specialize in working with adult individuals who are challenged by a variety of issues including relationship issues, abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and bereavement. I have a genuine interest in helping people improve their mental and emotional health to have meaningful and healthy lives and social relationships. We truly are social beings and we all have the natural ability to create and nurture healthy social relationships.
I have training in Attachment-Focused EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which speeds up the healing process of loss and other disturbing emotions which are the residue of the incomplete integration of painful experience.
What's important to know about me is that I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. Most therapists have a course or two before and/or after graduate school. With over 40 years in practice, the last 16 years have been devoted to training and certification in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples. and Individuals. While couples therapy usually refers to romantic partners, EFT is effective in repairing hurts and conflicts between family members and friends as well. EFT is an exceptionally well researched and empirically validated treatment for distressed couples.
I have training in Attachment-Focused EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which speeds up the healing process of loss and other disturbing emotions which are the residue of the incomplete integration of painful experience.
What's important to know about me is that I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. Most therapists have a course or two before and/or after graduate school. With over 40 years in practice, the last 16 years have been devoted to training and certification in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples. and Individuals. While couples therapy usually refers to romantic partners, EFT is effective in repairing hurts and conflicts between family members and friends as well. EFT is an exceptionally well researched and empirically validated treatment for distressed couples.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.