Grief Therapists in Venice, CA
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with clients living with a range of experiences which often include healing Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), self-discovery and acceptance within oppressive systems, finding wholeness after narcissistic abuse, and strengthening the heart after the loss of a loved one. To assist, I use an eclectic approach that can include theories from EMDR Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and the Internal Family System. When artfully combined, these principles help to awaken change and ripple out improvement in the internal and external realities.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with clients living with a range of experiences which often include healing Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), self-discovery and acceptance within oppressive systems, finding wholeness after narcissistic abuse, and strengthening the heart after the loss of a loved one. To assist, I use an eclectic approach that can include theories from EMDR Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and the Internal Family System. When artfully combined, these principles help to awaken change and ripple out improvement in the internal and external realities.
Maru Serricchio-Joiner
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
Please note that I also provide workshops, talks and individualized consultation for organizations wanting to address any of the following: work culture and environment, work bereavement, organizational compassion, team communication and more.
Imagine the following: you have been using the same paint palette for a while. You never clean the palette, so all the paint from the past years have dried on top of each other. One day, you feel uneasy with the top color so you decide to rip it off. It isn't until you turn it over that you see all the colors and realize they cannot be separated from each other. I focus on the clients as a whole and I believe that whatever brings you to therapy is deeply rooted in your cumulative life experiences, not in isolation.
Please note that I also provide workshops, talks and individualized consultation for organizations wanting to address any of the following: work culture and environment, work bereavement, organizational compassion, team communication and more.
Imagine the following: you have been using the same paint palette for a while. You never clean the palette, so all the paint from the past years have dried on top of each other. One day, you feel uneasy with the top color so you decide to rip it off. It isn't until you turn it over that you see all the colors and realize they cannot be separated from each other. I focus on the clients as a whole and I believe that whatever brings you to therapy is deeply rooted in your cumulative life experiences, not in isolation.
S. Lorena Shadwick
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT-S, LMFT-S, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I provide Telehealth sessions Mon - Thurs from 10a est - 5p EST. I am focused on working with adults and adolescents. I do not work with couples or children younger than 12. I am trauma and attachment focused. I offer a client-centered, affirming, collaborative, relational approach. I support clients struggling with Trauma, PTSD, and Grief & Loss. I am trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (somatic trauma therapy) and Board Certified in Art Therapy. I am also LGBTQ allied and am affirming of all sexual, gender and relational identities. I am a Clinical Supervisor and can provide supervision to pre-licensed MFT/ATR trainees.
I provide Telehealth sessions Mon - Thurs from 10a est - 5p EST. I am focused on working with adults and adolescents. I do not work with couples or children younger than 12. I am trauma and attachment focused. I offer a client-centered, affirming, collaborative, relational approach. I support clients struggling with Trauma, PTSD, and Grief & Loss. I am trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (somatic trauma therapy) and Board Certified in Art Therapy. I am also LGBTQ allied and am affirming of all sexual, gender and relational identities. I am a Clinical Supervisor and can provide supervision to pre-licensed MFT/ATR trainees.
Nowadays many people experience high levels of stress due to uncertainty and the demands of life. Whether you are an adult or young person, you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, stuck, confused. Maybe you're dealing with a major life transition, past trauma, loss/ grief, have conflict in your relationships, or are struggling at work or school. Perhaps you're at a crossroads and don't know which way to turn. If my profile connects with you, please reach out. Change is possible and help is here. You are taking an important step in making time for you or your loved one's well-being.
Nowadays many people experience high levels of stress due to uncertainty and the demands of life. Whether you are an adult or young person, you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, stuck, confused. Maybe you're dealing with a major life transition, past trauma, loss/ grief, have conflict in your relationships, or are struggling at work or school. Perhaps you're at a crossroads and don't know which way to turn. If my profile connects with you, please reach out. Change is possible and help is here. You are taking an important step in making time for you or your loved one's well-being.
Julia Galaudet Psyd Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
With over twenty years of experience, I feel comfortable treating a vast variety of personal problems including; relationship struggles, death of loved ones, infidelity, marital conflicts, infertility, depression, anger, addictions, codependency, divorce, blended families etc.
Let's face it- Whatever you are going through and whatever is bringing you to seek a therapist, it is probably not fun. Whether it is a break up, a divorce, a job loss, a death of a loved one, you have come to the right place. Seeking therapy and gaining self awareness can be life changing. Whether it is a current life crisis or the desire to change old ugly repetitive patterns, my style is nurturing, directive and fun. I work with you as a team getting to the core of the problem, and to help you move forward, hopefully with a fresh and new perspective.
With over twenty years of experience, I feel comfortable treating a vast variety of personal problems including; relationship struggles, death of loved ones, infidelity, marital conflicts, infertility, depression, anger, addictions, codependency, divorce, blended families etc.
Let's face it- Whatever you are going through and whatever is bringing you to seek a therapist, it is probably not fun. Whether it is a break up, a divorce, a job loss, a death of a loved one, you have come to the right place. Seeking therapy and gaining self awareness can be life changing. Whether it is a current life crisis or the desire to change old ugly repetitive patterns, my style is nurturing, directive and fun. I work with you as a team getting to the core of the problem, and to help you move forward, hopefully with a fresh and new perspective.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues including loss, childhood trauma, fear/ anxiety, sexuality, relationships, inner-critic and life-path struggles.
I am interested in your unique life journey, your struggles and your deepest longings. Therapy helps transform limiting patterns that keep us stuck and unable to experience life in a more fulfilling and nourishing way. With a compassionate and collaborative presence, I support others in reconnecting with themselves, deepening relationships, and feeling aligned with their true nature. Uncovering obstacles and connecting with inner guidance helps alleviate suffering and makes room for new possibilities and enlivening choices to emerge.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues including loss, childhood trauma, fear/ anxiety, sexuality, relationships, inner-critic and life-path struggles.
I am interested in your unique life journey, your struggles and your deepest longings. Therapy helps transform limiting patterns that keep us stuck and unable to experience life in a more fulfilling and nourishing way. With a compassionate and collaborative presence, I support others in reconnecting with themselves, deepening relationships, and feeling aligned with their true nature. Uncovering obstacles and connecting with inner guidance helps alleviate suffering and makes room for new possibilities and enlivening choices to emerge.
My work especially focuses on: emotional concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, both long-lasting and acute; traumatic experience relating to death, loss, abuse and its aftermath; creativity and self development; communication, adjustment, and coping with life transitions.
I am a licensed psychologist and health service provider in private practice and work with individuals, couples, groups, and families. I specialize in grief, traumatic experience, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and also enjoy working with issues of creativity and optimal self development over the lifespan. I practice from an integrative perspective that includes psychoanalytic, humanistic, and experiential approaches. My book, The Paradox of Loss: Toward a Relational Theory of Grief, describes my nonlinear, non-pathologizing, and relational understanding of grief.
I am offering four groups this coming year: Recent Bereavement; Longer-Term Grief; Creative Writing and Loss; and Enhancing Communication and Connection for Improved Functioning.
My work especially focuses on: emotional concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, both long-lasting and acute; traumatic experience relating to death, loss, abuse and its aftermath; creativity and self development; communication, adjustment, and coping with life transitions.
I am a licensed psychologist and health service provider in private practice and work with individuals, couples, groups, and families. I specialize in grief, traumatic experience, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and also enjoy working with issues of creativity and optimal self development over the lifespan. I practice from an integrative perspective that includes psychoanalytic, humanistic, and experiential approaches. My book, The Paradox of Loss: Toward a Relational Theory of Grief, describes my nonlinear, non-pathologizing, and relational understanding of grief.
I am offering four groups this coming year: Recent Bereavement; Longer-Term Grief; Creative Writing and Loss; and Enhancing Communication and Connection for Improved Functioning.
I also work adults who experienced the loss of a parent too early in their lives.
When you are suffering, it helps to have a support and guidance to find a new way forward. My clients find it easy to talk to me and feel understood. Healing happens within a safe space where you can speak openly about your pain and explore yourself deeply. Through this work new ways of being unfold. My training as a Jungian Psychoanalyst enables me to work closely with clients to explore dreams and creative images as well as their daily lives and history. I bring my full presence, sense of humor, intuition, and spiritual understanding to the therapeutic process.
I also work adults who experienced the loss of a parent too early in their lives.
When you are suffering, it helps to have a support and guidance to find a new way forward. My clients find it easy to talk to me and feel understood. Healing happens within a safe space where you can speak openly about your pain and explore yourself deeply. Through this work new ways of being unfold. My training as a Jungian Psychoanalyst enables me to work closely with clients to explore dreams and creative images as well as their daily lives and history. I bring my full presence, sense of humor, intuition, and spiritual understanding to the therapeutic process.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, my warm, gentle, and compassionate personality mixed with a "let's call it what it is" twist in sessions has helped me to work effectively with a wide range of adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/ loss, life transition, to relationship and communication problems. My role as a therapist is that of a listener, a collaborative problem solver, and a teacher/coach to help you better understand yourself and learn skills to regulate your emotions and behaviors.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, my warm, gentle, and compassionate personality mixed with a "let's call it what it is" twist in sessions has helped me to work effectively with a wide range of adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/ loss, life transition, to relationship and communication problems. My role as a therapist is that of a listener, a collaborative problem solver, and a teacher/coach to help you better understand yourself and learn skills to regulate your emotions and behaviors.
California Grief Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
I believe that people can suffer less in their grief and that none of us have to walk alone in this journey.
Are you tired of grieving alone? There's so much you want to express but it’s hard to talk with most friends, family, or others. You go back and forth between fear and anger, and often feel stuck in your grief. Sometimes you'd prefer to feel numb and other times you wish you could burrow yourself deep inside your loss. You know the answer is not to "move on" but you struggle with how to "move forward." It makes you wonder if you're doing this “correctly” or if it will ever get better. It seems like you are finally ready to reach out for help but it's hard to take that first step.
I believe that people can suffer less in their grief and that none of us have to walk alone in this journey.
Are you tired of grieving alone? There's so much you want to express but it’s hard to talk with most friends, family, or others. You go back and forth between fear and anger, and often feel stuck in your grief. Sometimes you'd prefer to feel numb and other times you wish you could burrow yourself deep inside your loss. You know the answer is not to "move on" but you struggle with how to "move forward." It makes you wonder if you're doing this “correctly” or if it will ever get better. It seems like you are finally ready to reach out for help but it's hard to take that first step.
I find meaning and fulfillment in working with those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attachment wounds, and relationship issues. I am an Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR) and Reprocessing trained therapist and I use EMDR to treat trauma. Trauma comes in multiple forms; single episode, multiple, or cumulative relational trauma. I strongly believe that our psyche is wired for healing and growth, and it is an honor to be part of my client’s transformative journey.
I find meaning and fulfillment in working with those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attachment wounds, and relationship issues. I am an Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR) and Reprocessing trained therapist and I use EMDR to treat trauma. Trauma comes in multiple forms; single episode, multiple, or cumulative relational trauma. I strongly believe that our psyche is wired for healing and growth, and it is an honor to be part of my client’s transformative journey.
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My specialties include grief & loss; relationship struggles; rebuilding identity after a break-up or divorce; healing from discrimination; adjusting to culture/reverse culture shock; navigating life with processing differences such as ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia or ASD; as well as, coping with self-doubt, and vertical/social mobility adjustment.
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting process, yet it is one that really matters. It is understandable to feel out of sorts, isolated, or misunderstood when experiencing relationship, family, peer, academic, or workplace stress, during a life transition, or when recovering from trauma. You may also be struggling with a death, the end of a relationship, a relocation from another state or country, an adjustment to a health issue of yourself or a loved one, or being in an environment in which you feel you don't fit. It can be painful to experience these feelings and to try to find a way forward. You don't have to do this alone.
My specialties include grief & loss; relationship struggles; rebuilding identity after a break-up or divorce; healing from discrimination; adjusting to culture/reverse culture shock; navigating life with processing differences such as ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia or ASD; as well as, coping with self-doubt, and vertical/social mobility adjustment.
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting process, yet it is one that really matters. It is understandable to feel out of sorts, isolated, or misunderstood when experiencing relationship, family, peer, academic, or workplace stress, during a life transition, or when recovering from trauma. You may also be struggling with a death, the end of a relationship, a relocation from another state or country, an adjustment to a health issue of yourself or a loved one, or being in an environment in which you feel you don't fit. It can be painful to experience these feelings and to try to find a way forward. You don't have to do this alone.
Daniela Schoenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward emotional well-being and relationship fulfillment. With a compassionate and effective approach, I have helped many clients with a variety of mental health issues that range from stress, self-esteem struggles, grief, anxiety, and depression to infidelity, intimacy issues, sexual trauma and dysfunction, and much more.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward emotional well-being and relationship fulfillment. With a compassionate and effective approach, I have helped many clients with a variety of mental health issues that range from stress, self-esteem struggles, grief, anxiety, and depression to infidelity, intimacy issues, sexual trauma and dysfunction, and much more.
With over two decades of experience as a psychotherapist, I have found fulfillment in working with a wide range of clients. I have helped clients with relationship problems, family issues, loss, self-doubt, work difficulties, living with a disability, medical conditions, & other common life challenges. Many have struggled with anxiety & depression. Through therapy, my clients achieve greater happiness, reduced stress, increased self-acceptance, & improved relationships. Together, we address specific issues to heal past wounds & develop coping strategies for handling adversity, ultimately enhancing overall life satisfaction.
With over two decades of experience as a psychotherapist, I have found fulfillment in working with a wide range of clients. I have helped clients with relationship problems, family issues, loss, self-doubt, work difficulties, living with a disability, medical conditions, & other common life challenges. Many have struggled with anxiety & depression. Through therapy, my clients achieve greater happiness, reduced stress, increased self-acceptance, & improved relationships. Together, we address specific issues to heal past wounds & develop coping strategies for handling adversity, ultimately enhancing overall life satisfaction.
Therese Apontti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Welcome, are you wanting to connect to yourself more deeply? Do you feel stuck in repetitive habits but know you're capable of more? You've come to the right place. I approach therapy from a holistic lens exploring how our mind, body, and spirit are connected. I focus with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, addiction, life purpose/ career exploration, transitions, grief, spirituality, multicultural experiences, and conflict resolution in relationships.
Welcome, are you wanting to connect to yourself more deeply? Do you feel stuck in repetitive habits but know you're capable of more? You've come to the right place. I approach therapy from a holistic lens exploring how our mind, body, and spirit are connected. I focus with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, addiction, life purpose/ career exploration, transitions, grief, spirituality, multicultural experiences, and conflict resolution in relationships.
Her areas of focus include couples and individual psychotherapy; depression,anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, life transitions, stress management, relationship issues, and perinatal mood disorders including parenting She received her doctorate in clinical psychology from New York University in 1998.
The work you can expect that we will engage in together is based on the healing power of a safe and confidential therapeutic relationship, a dynamic interaction between two people in which exploring and understanding your internal and interpersonal landscapes in the here and the now, can help you release old pain and negative patterns. The goals of this work are to come to know yourself more deeply; to live with more compassion, connectedness, satisfaction, joy and freedom. AN integrated one, primarily influenced by attachment theory, contemporary relational psychoanalysis, emotional regulation, mind-body integration, mindfulness.
Her areas of focus include couples and individual psychotherapy; depression,anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, life transitions, stress management, relationship issues, and perinatal mood disorders including parenting She received her doctorate in clinical psychology from New York University in 1998.
The work you can expect that we will engage in together is based on the healing power of a safe and confidential therapeutic relationship, a dynamic interaction between two people in which exploring and understanding your internal and interpersonal landscapes in the here and the now, can help you release old pain and negative patterns. The goals of this work are to come to know yourself more deeply; to live with more compassion, connectedness, satisfaction, joy and freedom. AN integrated one, primarily influenced by attachment theory, contemporary relational psychoanalysis, emotional regulation, mind-body integration, mindfulness.
Affordable and accessible therapy is a necessity. I have two main concentrations to my practice: 1) I work with those interested in a confidential therapeutic setting to resolve complex psychological states and feelings (such as anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, childhood, relationship difficulties, personal grief, fear, shame, worthlessness, and existential questions about meaning-in-life). 2) I work in a consultant capacity for individuals with prescribed short-term, career-minded professional goals (public speaking, presentations, social skills, deadlines, writer's block, and management strategies).
Affordable and accessible therapy is a necessity. I have two main concentrations to my practice: 1) I work with those interested in a confidential therapeutic setting to resolve complex psychological states and feelings (such as anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders, trauma, childhood, relationship difficulties, personal grief, fear, shame, worthlessness, and existential questions about meaning-in-life). 2) I work in a consultant capacity for individuals with prescribed short-term, career-minded professional goals (public speaking, presentations, social skills, deadlines, writer's block, and management strategies).
Barbro Klausner
Marriage & Family Therapist, Barbro Klausner, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291
Do you feel lonely, misunderstood or maybe ashamed over something? Let's work together. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery. I offer a warm, safe and nurturing environment for you. My approach is to integrate the mind-body-spirit connection with mindfulness therapy, so that you can connect with your inner guide and your inner strength and wisdom. I can help you find your balance.
I work with a range of emotional and behavioral issues that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, grief, parenting support, and beyond.
Do you feel lonely, misunderstood or maybe ashamed over something? Let's work together. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery. I offer a warm, safe and nurturing environment for you. My approach is to integrate the mind-body-spirit connection with mindfulness therapy, so that you can connect with your inner guide and your inner strength and wisdom. I can help you find your balance.
I work with a range of emotional and behavioral issues that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, grief, parenting support, and beyond.
Whether you are seeking therapy for anxiety, self-esteem, emotional or physiological pain, self-destructive behavior, grief, trauma-related feelings, relationships, ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, or need life coaching, my unique, effective approach to psychotherapy will assist you in establishing very clear, tangible goals and acquiring the tools to meet those goals.
If your goals or dreams have drifted, seem out of reach, or you just feel stuck, I can help navigate you to a better understanding of yourself for permanent change. I learn to speak your individual language, to help and coach you to live a more manageable and meaningful life. I take a goal-oriented approach to psychotherapy. My innovative techniques help to empower patients to learn the tools and strategies they need to navigate through life challenges. I will assist you in defining achievable goals and will help you learn simple, understandable procedures that will become second nature to help you reach those goals.
Whether you are seeking therapy for anxiety, self-esteem, emotional or physiological pain, self-destructive behavior, grief, trauma-related feelings, relationships, ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, or need life coaching, my unique, effective approach to psychotherapy will assist you in establishing very clear, tangible goals and acquiring the tools to meet those goals.
If your goals or dreams have drifted, seem out of reach, or you just feel stuck, I can help navigate you to a better understanding of yourself for permanent change. I learn to speak your individual language, to help and coach you to live a more manageable and meaningful life. I take a goal-oriented approach to psychotherapy. My innovative techniques help to empower patients to learn the tools and strategies they need to navigate through life challenges. I will assist you in defining achievable goals and will help you learn simple, understandable procedures that will become second nature to help you reach those goals.
I am an interactive therapist. I help clients attain their therapy goals more quickly by taking an active role, rather than simply mirroring their feelings, which I also do. I focus primarily on mind/body connections, however, my overall approach is creative and eclectic. In therapy we explore the past, finding connections to current patterns that cause pain and dysfunction; then work on bringing the client's life into balance. I have many years working in business, schools and private practice, working with depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, addictions, bereavement, relationship problems, occupational stresses, at-risk adolescents and marital problems.
I am an interactive therapist. I help clients attain their therapy goals more quickly by taking an active role, rather than simply mirroring their feelings, which I also do. I focus primarily on mind/body connections, however, my overall approach is creative and eclectic. In therapy we explore the past, finding connections to current patterns that cause pain and dysfunction; then work on bringing the client's life into balance. I have many years working in business, schools and private practice, working with depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, addictions, bereavement, relationship problems, occupational stresses, at-risk adolescents and marital problems.
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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.