Grief Counseling
We help individuals develop resilience, improve relationships & create meaningful, balanced lives.
Finding Support Through Loss
Losing a loved one can bring intense emotions, from sorrow and anger to guilt or even relief. Grief is not linear, and everyone experiences it differently. You may notice changes from moment to moment, or find yourself struggling with feelings you did not expect. Physical symptoms, such as trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, or bodily aches, are also common.
At EMDR Healing Therapy, Karem Smith, LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT105577), EMDRIA-Certified in EMDR therapy, provides grief counseling online throughout California . We offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to process grief, explore your emotions, and receive support tailored to your needs.
Understanding Grief
Grief is a deeply personal process, influenced by the relationship you had with the person who died, your support system, and your unique coping style. There is no “right” way to grieve, and the process often involves a mix of emotions, including:
• Sadness, emptiness, or longing
• Anger or frustration
• Guilt or regret
• Numbness or disbelief
• Anxiety about life without your loved one
For children and adult , grief can manifest differently, often showing up as irritability, confusion, or withdrawal. Grief counseling helps individuals of all ages navigate these feelings and develop coping strategies for daily life.
How Grief Counseling Can Help
Grief counseling provides a safe and supportive environment to explore your emotions, share your story, and develop tools for coping. Counseling is not about telling you how to feel or how to grieve, but about helping you:
• Process the loss at your own pace
• Address complex emotions and conflicting feelings
• Cope with physical and mental symptoms of grief
• Improve sleep, appetite, and emotional regulation
• Support children or adult in processing their grief
Therapy may include evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for managing anxious or intrusive thoughts, or mindfulness strategies for emotional regulation.
Why Choose EMDR Healing Therapy for Grief Counseling
Karem Smith, LMFT (105577), EMDRIA-Certified, offers compassionate, trauma-informed grief counseling for individuals, and families.
Clients choose our services for:
• Personalized, judgment-free support for processing grief
• Flexible therapy options: online across California
• Integration of EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches when appropriate
• Guidance to navigate grief while maintaining daily functioning and self-care
Take the First Step
Grief can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face it alone. Whether the loss is recent or longstanding, grief counseling can help you process emotions, develop coping strategies, and gradually reclaim a sense of balance.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with Karem Smith, LMFT, and take the first step toward support, healing, and emotional resilience.
We are in-network with the following insurance plans:
Aetna, Optum, Oxford, Quest Behavioral Health, UnitedHealthcare (UHC | UBH)
Out-of-network: We provide a superbill after each session so you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.
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