Grief is a natural response to loss, but for some, it can become overwhelming, leading to complicated bereavement that disrupts daily life. At Los Angeles Mental Health (LAMH), we understand the profound impact of grief and offer compassionate, evidence-based treatment to help you navigate this challenging journey.
Whether you’re struggling with the loss of a loved one, a significant life change, or unresolved grief, our team is here to support you. Contact LAMH today to explore our Grief Counseling and other therapy options tailored to your needs.
Grief is a natural response to loss, but for some, it can become overwhelming, leading to complicated bereavement that disrupts daily life. At Los Angeles Mental Health (LAMH), we understand the profound impact of
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Grief and loss manifest differently for everyone, but complicated bereavement occurs when grief persists, intensifying emotional distress and interfering with your ability to function. This condition may involve prolonged sadness, guilt, anger, or an inability to find closure. Factors such as sudden loss, trauma, or pre-existing mental health conditions like anxiety or depression can contribute to complicated bereavement. Our Trauma-Informed Care approach at LAMH helps address these underlying factors, offering a path to healing.
Persistent Sadness
Intense Guilt
Difficulty Accepting Loss
Intrusive Thoughts
Social Withdrawal
Anger or Irritability
If these symptoms resonate with you, our Grief Counseling and Individual Therapy programs can provide the support you need to process your emotions and regain balance.
Specialized sessions focus on processing emotions and developing coping strategies, as detailed in our Grief Counseling page. These sessions provide a safe space to explore your feelings, validate your grief, and learn techniques to manage overwhelming emotions, helping you find meaning and acceptance over time.
Reframes negative thought patterns to promote healthier emotional responses, as outlined in our Cognitive Behavioral Therapy section. By identifying and challenging distorted thoughts related to loss, CBT helps reduce guilt and self-blame, empowering you to approach your grief with greater clarity and resilience.
Connects you with others experiencing similar losses, fostering community and support (see Group Therapy). Sharing experiences in a guided setting reduces isolation, builds empathy, and provides new perspectives, helping you feel less alone in your grief journey.
Incorporates mindfulness practices to promote emotional regulation, as described in our Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction page. Techniques like meditation and breathing exercises help calm the mind, reduce anxiety, and enhance your ability to stay present during difficult moments.
Encourages emotional expression through creative outlets, as outlined in our Art Therapy section. Engaging in art-making allows you to externalize complex feelings, process grief non-verbally, and discover new ways to cope, fostering healing through creativity.
Helps reframe your story of loss to find meaning, as detailed in our Narrative Therapy page. By exploring and reshaping the narrative of your grief, this approach supports you in integrating the loss into your life story, promoting closure and personal growth.
Expert Team
Our multidisciplinary team, introduced on our Our Team page, includes grief and trauma specialists who tailor treatment to your unique needs. With extensive training in evidence-based therapies and a deep understanding of loss, our clinicians work collaboratively to create a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses your emotional, psychological, and physical well-being, ensuring you feel supported at every step of your healing journey.
Personalized Care
We create personalized treatment plans based on your medical history and symptoms, ensuring optimal outcomes. By conducting thorough assessments and maintaining ongoing communication with you, our team adapts your treatment as your needs evolve, incorporating therapies like CBT, Grief Counseling, or Holistic Approaches to maximize therapeutic benefits and promote lasting recovery.
Serene Facility
Our Los Angeles facility offers a calming environment for healing, which you can explore on our Tour Our Facility page. Designed with serene spaces, comfortable therapy rooms, and areas for relaxation, our center provides a safe haven where you can focus on processing your grief without external distractions, fostering a sense of peace and security during treatment.
Flexible Care Options
From outpatient therapy to Residential Treatment, we offer flexible care options to suit your needs. Whether you prefer weekly sessions to integrate treatment into your daily life or require the immersive support of our residential program, LAMH ensures you have access to the right level of care, with seamless transitions between programs to support your long-term recovery goals.
Convenience matters when seeking mental health care. LAMH’s centrally located Los Angeles facility is easily accessible, and you can view our location and get directions on our Tour Our Facility page. Whether you prefer weekly therapy or a comprehensive residential program, we make it easy to start your journey to recovery.
Taking the first step is simple. If you’re struggling with grief or suspect complicated bereavement, reach out to LAMH via our Contact Us page to schedule a consultation. Our Admissions team can verify your insurance (see Verify Insurance) and guide you through the process, ensuring you receive the care you need.
Complicated bereavement involves prolonged grief that disrupts daily life, including persistent sadness, guilt, or difficulty accepting a loss. At LAMH, our Grief Counseling and CBT programs help individuals identify and manage these symptoms effectively.
Grief counseling focuses specifically on processing loss and developing coping strategies, while general therapy may address broader mental health concerns. Explore our Grief Counseling page to learn how LAMH tailors this approach to your needs.
Yes, grief can exacerbate conditions like depression, anxiety, or PTSD. LAMH’s integrated approach, combining Grief Counseling with Anxiety Treatment or Depression Treatment, addresses these interconnected challenges for comprehensive care.
Group therapy provides a supportive environment to share experiences and reduce isolation. Our Group Therapy program at LAMH fosters connection and healing through guided sessions with peers facing similar losses.
If grief significantly impairs your daily functioning, residential treatment may be beneficial. Learn more about our Residential Treatment program and contact LAMH at (323) 709-7520
to discuss your options.