Grief and Loss Counseling in Tehachapi, CA.

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


Douglas Cowan, Psy.D.
Grief Counselor

Douglas Cowan, Psy.D.

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

27400 Oakflat Dr., Tehachapi, California 93561 | 661-972-5953

As a pastor and therapist for the past 25 years I have had many occasions to provide counsel and comfort to those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, or even from major life changes. Grief is so hard to walk through alone, and yet there is comfort and guidance available to help when one needs help the most. Rejection from a loved one or friends, loss of a job, church hurt, even divorce, can all bring the painful waves of grief and mourning. Grief and grieving come in many forms and bring many challenges that have to be overcome at some point. No one knows how long one's particular time of grieving will last, but the goal of counseling to bring a resolution to the grief, and peace.

Sara Fischer Sanford, LCSW, CCTP
Grief Counselor

Sara Fischer Sanford, LCSW, CCTP

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Available for Online Therapy

So much of my experience as a therapist has roots in supporting clients with grief and loss. Grief is a process, and I can guide you through each phase of grief. We all grieve in our own time, but it's best to do so with a therapist. By allowing the feelings (anger, sadness, frustration, fear, sorrow) to flow through you, the grieving process will happen at a healthier pace. If you feel lost, alone, and struggling to process a loss, I can be your guide. Facing hospice, palliative care, or the loss of a loved one suddenly can each have its own special set of challenges. This is a personal journey, and I am here to offer you support, understanding, and a safe place.

Taylor Wikel, MA, LMFT
Grief Counselor

Taylor Wikel, MA, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

Grief and loss comes in many shapes and forms and can take a toll on various aspects of your life. Processing grief and loss takes time and is different for everyone but doesn’t have to be done alone. I will offer support, empathy, and a safe space for you to process your emotions openly. Together we will get through this difficult time in your life. You are not alone.

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.

Brian Jones, AMFT
Grief Counselor

Brian Jones, AMFT

Brian La Roy Jones, Associate 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.

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 Tehachapi, CA.

Thank you for visiting our California search of licensed grief specialists in Tehachapi.  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 Tehachapi right now, please contact a provider above, you can email 24/7.

Tehachapi is located in Kern County, California. It has a land area of 9.87 square miles and a water area of 0.09 square miles.  The population of Tehachapi is 13,021 people with 3,117 households and a median annual income of $41,705. .


Therapy Affordability Meter for Tehachapi, CA

Will need to budget

Mental health treatment and therapy in Tehachapi is sometimes a struggle to afford for families and individuals without proper insurance coverage. Finances for many in Tehachapi are not able to cover long term weekly counseling sessions without a budgetary plan in place. The good news is that therapists are often willing to work with you if accessibility is an issue. Low cost therapy and sliding scales are just some of the options that therapists can offer. Insurance may cover your sessions as well. Talk to your counselor to learn more. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Tehachapi public health department.