Grief and Loss Counseling in Arroyo Grande, CA.

Therapy and bereavement services in Arroyo Grande, CA. Find real help with the right therapist.


Preston Lavin, AMFT
Grief Counselor

Preston Lavin, AMFT

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

In 93401 - Nearby to Arroyo Grande.

Grief and loss can be some of the most challenging experiences in life, and navigating through these emotions requires both compassion and patience. In grief and loss therapy, I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can process their feelings at their own pace. My approach combines mindfulness, emotional exploration, and practical tools to help clients honor their grief, understand its impact, and eventually find ways to heal. Together, we’ll explore the complexities of your loss, support you in coping with intense emotions, and work toward a renewed sense of peace and meaning as you move forward.

Brian Jones, LMFT
Grief Counselor

Brian Jones, LMFT

Brian La Roy Jones, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

Grief and loss comes in all forms, from the death of a pet, to moving, to the loss of a dream, to the death of a child or spouse, and more. My clients discover grief and loss are a process (which includes: shock/disbelief, anger, blaming, depression/sadness, bargaining, and denial), and how to move through that process to an increased state of acceptance. As their state of acceptance increases, my clients experience an increase in forgiveness, healing, freedom and hope for the present and future. My clients see how they can begin to feel good about their life and future again.

Elizabeth Celaya, M.A., AMFT
Grief Counselor

Elizabeth Celaya, M.A., AMFT

Registered Associate MFT

Available for Online Therapy

I help clients navigate grief and loss by welcoming their deep feelings as a part of the process and navigating them carefully when they become overwhelming. Grief is a growth process like other difficult experiences, and I help clients find the resilience inside themselves to both honor their loss while getting stronger. By honoring the pain of the loss, we can move into a new phase of life that allows for thriving.

Madeleine Foster, MA, AMFT, APCC
Grief Counselor

Madeleine Foster, MA, AMFT, APCC

Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

My practice is centered around helping my clients find their own unique paths to healing from grief and loss. I use a combination of psychoanalytically-informed therapy and psychodynamic therapy to help people find the courage to be with and move through their pain. My goal is to provide comfort and support to my patients, while also helping them to uncover their hidden strengths and resources. I believe in the power of meaningful relationships and strive to create a safe and secure space for my patients to explore their feelings and experiences.

John Kane, LMFT
Grief Counselor

John Kane, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

When you lose something or someone important or close to you, it may be difficult to make sense of life or to feel that others can relate to or understand what you are going through. If you need someone to talk to about what happened, I am here for you. I understand that sadness is often something that shouldn't be fixed, but embraced. I also specialize in helping people who were hurt or abused by the deceased. Grief and Loss is a painful time of life, one that every human being goes through. You are not alone. I will come alongside you through the anger, loneliness, fear, shock, and panic. In the middle of the grief, the way forward can bring hope, strength, peace and freedom from guilt.

Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Grief Counselor

Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

Grief is a potential reaction to a loss of any kind whether through death, divorce, abandonment, separation, job loss, illness, disease diagnosis, kids leaving home, etc. Feelings of anger, resentment, shame, confusion, isolation or abandonment can result. Friends and family may not know what to say or how to provide support. A trained professional, who is profoundly sympathetic, respectful and empathetic, with the skills required to help one navigate through this difficult time, can be critical in helping one regain equilibrium.


Compassionate Bereavement Services in Arroyo Grande, CA.

Thank you for visiting our California search of licensed grief specialists in Arroyo Grande.  Moving through grief after loss is difficult. Therapy helps through listening, by having someone there with you who understands the stages and process of grieving. You can find help for grief in Arroyo Grande right now, please contact a provider above, you can email 24/7.

Arroyo Grande is located in San Luis Obispo County, California. It has a land area of 5.83 square miles and a water area of 0.00 square miles.  The population of Arroyo Grande is 18,108 people with 7,040 households and a median annual income of $62,032. .


Therapy Affordability Meter for Arroyo Grande, CA

Generally Affordable

Therapists in Arroyo Grande are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Arroyo Grande public health department.