Grief Therapists in West Covina, CA

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Susie Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91790  (Online Only)
Every morning, you wake up dreading the day ahead. You fight and claw your way through your way through the grief you are feeling. It feels as though you’re constantly playing catch up, and no matter how hard you work, you can never get ahead because you are stuck with thoughts of loss, pain, and the past. You are engulfed in a profound sense of grief, feeling utterly disconnected from your daily life. The weight of your loss is suffocating, leaving you adrift in a sea of hopelessness. The doubts creep in, questioning the validity of your emotions. Lost in a fog of despair, you wonder if this darkness will ever lift.
Every morning, you wake up dreading the day ahead. You fight and claw your way through your way through the grief you are feeling. It feels as though you’re constantly playing catch up, and no matter how hard you work, you can never get ahead because you are stuck with thoughts of loss, pain, and the past. You are engulfed in a profound sense of grief, feeling utterly disconnected from your daily life. The weight of your loss is suffocating, leaving you adrift in a sea of hopelessness. The doubts creep in, questioning the validity of your emotions. Lost in a fog of despair, you wonder if this darkness will ever lift.
(760) 263-6822 View (760) 263-6822
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Marta Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91793
Waitlist for new clients
I also address unresolved trauma from past abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and bereavement related to reproductive trauma.
Feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by life's challenges? I can help. With 25 years of experience in mental health, I offer a supportive partnership to guide you toward wellness, positive emotional health, and personal fulfillment. Together, we will work collaboratively to empower you with the tools needed to create meaningful changes in your daily life, improving your emotional state and overall situation. I am passionate about working with individuals who are motivated and open to tapping into their inner strength, fostering growth and emotional evolution. Let's start this transformative journey together.
I also address unresolved trauma from past abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and bereavement related to reproductive trauma.
Feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by life's challenges? I can help. With 25 years of experience in mental health, I offer a supportive partnership to guide you toward wellness, positive emotional health, and personal fulfillment. Together, we will work collaboratively to empower you with the tools needed to create meaningful changes in your daily life, improving your emotional state and overall situation. I am passionate about working with individuals who are motivated and open to tapping into their inner strength, fostering growth and emotional evolution. Let's start this transformative journey together.
(909) 963-1452 View (909) 963-1452
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Shelly Keller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91792
Have you experienced depression, loneliness or trauma? My name is Shelly Keller and I've been practicing as an LCSW for the past 12 years. I have extensive experience working with trauma, grief, adoption, depression, foster care and relationship issues. My personality is positive and empowering. My personal philosophy is not to judge but to empower people. I have been working in the field of social work for over 22 years and have been involved in empowering people from different life circumstances during this time.
Have you experienced depression, loneliness or trauma? My name is Shelly Keller and I've been practicing as an LCSW for the past 12 years. I have extensive experience working with trauma, grief, adoption, depression, foster care and relationship issues. My personality is positive and empowering. My personal philosophy is not to judge but to empower people. I have been working in the field of social work for over 22 years and have been involved in empowering people from different life circumstances during this time.
(408) 459-6803 View (408) 459-6803
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Rocio Sarmiento
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Covina, CA 91791  (Online Only)
How would your life be different if you didn’t have your current life struggles and pain? I want you to know there is a way to feel better. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem issues, single parenting, grief/loss, or deeper trauma wounds, we can work together on finding your strengths and abilities that lead to a positive transformation in your well-being, happiness, outlook on life and your self-esteem.
How would your life be different if you didn’t have your current life struggles and pain? I want you to know there is a way to feel better. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem issues, single parenting, grief/loss, or deeper trauma wounds, we can work together on finding your strengths and abilities that lead to a positive transformation in your well-being, happiness, outlook on life and your self-esteem.
(626) 609-7231 View (626) 609-7231
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Thania Gonzalez
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
Hello, my name is Thania Gonzalez. I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have experience working with individuals of all ages dealing with difficult situations such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, divorce, grief and loss, trauma, and relationship/family problems.
Hello, my name is Thania Gonzalez. I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have experience working with individuals of all ages dealing with difficult situations such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, divorce, grief and loss, trauma, and relationship/family problems.
(626) 658-3299 View (626) 658-3299
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Tania Davoodi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91790
My name is Tania Davoodi and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with clients via telehealth. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Relationship concerns (Infidelity, communication, intimacy), Trauma, Self-Esteem, Stress Management and Life transitions (Divorce, Grief and Loss). As a therapist, I take an integrated approach, drawing on theories, techniques, and strategies from many different models.I utilize a strength based approach, drawing on the individuals strengths, resiliency and resources. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of the client.
My name is Tania Davoodi and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with clients via telehealth. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Relationship concerns (Infidelity, communication, intimacy), Trauma, Self-Esteem, Stress Management and Life transitions (Divorce, Grief and Loss). As a therapist, I take an integrated approach, drawing on theories, techniques, and strategies from many different models.I utilize a strength based approach, drawing on the individuals strengths, resiliency and resources. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of the client.
(626) 669-1676 View (626) 669-1676
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Rosa Zuniga
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91790
Nowdays seeking help can be scary, terrifying, and overwhelming primarily due to stereotypes and biases of getting help from a mental health therapist. I invite you to ask yourself, if you are struggling with daily stressors, grief and loss, fear, anxiety, depression and panic attacks? Do you experience difficulty adjusting to changes, new challenges, the loss of a loved one/pet or job, separation/divorce? Is your toddler/teenager acting out and rebelling? Do you feel unsupported by your spouse, friends, and family? Do you feel alone, helpless, and hopeless with the demands of your day to day life? Get help, get well, and live well!
Nowdays seeking help can be scary, terrifying, and overwhelming primarily due to stereotypes and biases of getting help from a mental health therapist. I invite you to ask yourself, if you are struggling with daily stressors, grief and loss, fear, anxiety, depression and panic attacks? Do you experience difficulty adjusting to changes, new challenges, the loss of a loved one/pet or job, separation/divorce? Is your toddler/teenager acting out and rebelling? Do you feel unsupported by your spouse, friends, and family? Do you feel alone, helpless, and hopeless with the demands of your day to day life? Get help, get well, and live well!
(657) 500-4642 View (657) 500-4642
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Janelle De Veyra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
In addition, I specialize in intimacy concerns, grief/abandonment, identity issues, and life transitions.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.
In addition, I specialize in intimacy concerns, grief/abandonment, identity issues, and life transitions.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.
(714) 577-2982 View (714) 577-2982
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Katharine Mechem
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
I specialize in working with individuals and families coping with chronic or life-threatening illnesses, disabilities, and grief.
Hello! My name is Katie (Katharine) Mechem, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with clients throughout California, by Telehealth (video sessions). My specialties are: chronic and life-threatening illnesses, disability, and grief, especially how these challenges affect families. My approach is Integrative, which means that I often use a combination of therapy methods depending on your needs and preferences (see the next section).
I specialize in working with individuals and families coping with chronic or life-threatening illnesses, disabilities, and grief.
Hello! My name is Katie (Katharine) Mechem, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with clients throughout California, by Telehealth (video sessions). My specialties are: chronic and life-threatening illnesses, disability, and grief, especially how these challenges affect families. My approach is Integrative, which means that I often use a combination of therapy methods depending on your needs and preferences (see the next section).
(530) 531-8842 View (530) 531-8842
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Heidi Xue
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
, in order to help my clients alleviate the distress associated with anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues, and grief.
Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues due to trauma? Past experiences can create imprints onto your brain that activate your fight/flight responses whenever your emotions feel dysregulated, but life without the constant feeling of being on edge is possible. Those traumatic memories don’t have to permanently influence who you are meant to be. Through therapy, you will gain control of your feelings/thoughts and your response to everyday life hurdles. Healing from trauma can create healthier beliefs about yourself and your relationships along with sustainable changes.
, in order to help my clients alleviate the distress associated with anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues, and grief.
Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues due to trauma? Past experiences can create imprints onto your brain that activate your fight/flight responses whenever your emotions feel dysregulated, but life without the constant feeling of being on edge is possible. Those traumatic memories don’t have to permanently influence who you are meant to be. Through therapy, you will gain control of your feelings/thoughts and your response to everyday life hurdles. Healing from trauma can create healthier beliefs about yourself and your relationships along with sustainable changes.
(714) 316-7087 View (714) 316-7087
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Misty Utter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
Hello! I'm Misty Utter, LMFT 117901. My background is working with couples, young adults, and teens. I enjoy using the DBT or CBT approach. I am also trained is TF-CBT. I look forward to working with you and achieving your goals. My approach to therapy utilizes CBT, Dialectical (DBT), Trauma Focused, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I have worked with various couples, young adults, and teens who suffer from Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Grief, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues, Adolescents/Teens, and Sexual Orientation.
Hello! I'm Misty Utter, LMFT 117901. My background is working with couples, young adults, and teens. I enjoy using the DBT or CBT approach. I am also trained is TF-CBT. I look forward to working with you and achieving your goals. My approach to therapy utilizes CBT, Dialectical (DBT), Trauma Focused, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I have worked with various couples, young adults, and teens who suffer from Anxiety, Borderline Personality, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Grief, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues, Adolescents/Teens, and Sexual Orientation.
(760) 935-9967 View (760) 935-9967
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Sonja S. Peverieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
Accepting New Clients for In-Person or Telehealth Therapy! Have you been feeling stuck? Or have you been grieving a recent loss? Are you feeling challenged in your partnership? Or maybe concerns in your attachment with your child? I specialize in providing psychotherapy to children, young adults, couples and families. There are significant challenges in which one faces in the stages of life, and I am focused in supporting you in taking the next important step in your journey through life. Through the seasons, I intend to assist you in managing feelings of depression and anxiety.
Accepting New Clients for In-Person or Telehealth Therapy! Have you been feeling stuck? Or have you been grieving a recent loss? Are you feeling challenged in your partnership? Or maybe concerns in your attachment with your child? I specialize in providing psychotherapy to children, young adults, couples and families. There are significant challenges in which one faces in the stages of life, and I am focused in supporting you in taking the next important step in your journey through life. Through the seasons, I intend to assist you in managing feelings of depression and anxiety.
(949) 989-5357 View (949) 989-5357
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Justine Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
Navigating life's challenges is never easy, but reaching out for help is a brave first step to living a more genuine and fulfilling life. I have expertise in working with individuals struggling with childhood trauma and trauma-related symptoms such as grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relational conflict. I believe every client is unique and deserves to be listened to and understood in an empathetic way. I am passionate about creating a safe, kind, collaborative and judgment-free space where clients can attain new insights, experience new feelings, and find a renewed sense of physical and mental well-being.
Navigating life's challenges is never easy, but reaching out for help is a brave first step to living a more genuine and fulfilling life. I have expertise in working with individuals struggling with childhood trauma and trauma-related symptoms such as grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relational conflict. I believe every client is unique and deserves to be listened to and understood in an empathetic way. I am passionate about creating a safe, kind, collaborative and judgment-free space where clients can attain new insights, experience new feelings, and find a renewed sense of physical and mental well-being.
(714) 862-2753 View (714) 862-2753
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Cheryl L Davis
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
Hello, my name is Cheryl Davis. I’m a licensed psychologist in Los Angeles, CA. I have years of clinical experience providing outpatient services to a diverse population of adults dealing with personal, emotional, relational, and workplace issues. I work with individuals seeking assistance with depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence (women, men, LGBTQ+) Transgender, trauma, life transitions (birth, divorce, death), grief and bereavement.
Hello, my name is Cheryl Davis. I’m a licensed psychologist in Los Angeles, CA. I have years of clinical experience providing outpatient services to a diverse population of adults dealing with personal, emotional, relational, and workplace issues. I work with individuals seeking assistance with depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence (women, men, LGBTQ+) Transgender, trauma, life transitions (birth, divorce, death), grief and bereavement.
(949) 264-5106 View (949) 264-5106
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Maryam Ashraf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
(714) 582-5164 View (714) 582-5164
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Karen H Allan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MTS, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91790
Karen Allan is a licensed Marriage Family Therapist as well as founder and president of Crossroads Family Therapy. She has been counseling for 30 years, working with individuals, couples, families, and children. Her specialties include bipolar disorder, grief, suicide, childhood trauma, adolescent development, post traumatic stress in military veterans. As well as trauma intervention after a death in the family, the special dynamics surrounding stepfamilies, the elderly, and the specific counseling needs of pastors and missionaries, spiritual formation, and coaching professionals
Karen Allan is a licensed Marriage Family Therapist as well as founder and president of Crossroads Family Therapy. She has been counseling for 30 years, working with individuals, couples, families, and children. Her specialties include bipolar disorder, grief, suicide, childhood trauma, adolescent development, post traumatic stress in military veterans. As well as trauma intervention after a death in the family, the special dynamics surrounding stepfamilies, the elderly, and the specific counseling needs of pastors and missionaries, spiritual formation, and coaching professionals
(626) 382-3334 View (626) 382-3334
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Thomas Cagle
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in the State of California. I have over 24 years of experience working with clients with various issues, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, substance abuse, anxiety, bereavement/grief, and relationship issues. I've also helped many individuals who have experienced emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, as well as those who are experiencing divorce and family custody issues.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in the State of California. I have over 24 years of experience working with clients with various issues, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, substance abuse, anxiety, bereavement/grief, and relationship issues. I've also helped many individuals who have experienced emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, as well as those who are experiencing divorce and family custody issues.
(661) 463-7857 View (661) 463-7857
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Monica Monge De La Cruz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91791
What attracted me to the career as a therapist was experiencing loss in my family and the difficulty, I had with life transitions.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
What attracted me to the career as a therapist was experiencing loss in my family and the difficulty, I had with life transitions.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
(760) 257-2158 View (760) 257-2158
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Mashallah Shakur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91790
My name is Mashallah "Marsha" Shakur. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages, with a particular focus on seniors and younger adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression and grief and loss, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to address the concerns presented by my clients and assist them in progressing towards their goals.
My name is Mashallah "Marsha" Shakur. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, based in in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages, with a particular focus on seniors and younger adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression and grief and loss, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to address the concerns presented by my clients and assist them in progressing towards their goals.
(661) 384-6056 View (661) 384-6056
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Ansely Henriquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91790
I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, parenting, marital issues, postpartum depression and perinatal mood disorders.
“Now accepting new clients!” I am a bi-lingual Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field of social work and mental health. I am trained in multiple evidenced-based practices which has elevated my experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, parenting, marital issues, postpartum depression and perinatal mood disorders.
“Now accepting new clients!” I am a bi-lingual Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the field of social work and mental health. I am trained in multiple evidenced-based practices which has elevated my experience in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
(562) 526-1467 View (562) 526-1467
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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.