Compassionate online bereavement therapy for adults and teens —serving San Diego and all of California
Grief can change everything — and no two people experience it the same way.
That’s why Kim Jones, a licensed therapist with more than 25 years of experience, provides grief counseling in San Diego and online across California to help adults and teens navigate loss, bereavement, and major life transitions.
You may feel waves of sadness that come out of nowhere, or a constant heaviness that makes everyday life feel harder than it used to. Maybe your mind keeps replaying memories, or you feel numb, disconnected, or not quite like yourself anymore. You might find yourself crying more than usual, or feeling the weight of it settle into your body.
Whether you’ve lost someone you love, are going through a major life change, or are carrying a quieter kind of grief, you don’t have to move through it alone.
Grief therapy gives you a space to process what you’re going through at your own pace — with support, understanding, and care, without pressure to be anywhere other than where you are. You deserve that kind of support. Ready to feel less alone? Book a free 15-minute consultation.
What Grief Can Feel Like
Grief doesn’t look the same for everyone, and it can show up in ways you might not expect. You might notice:
- Sudden waves of sadness, anger, or guilt
- Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected
- Trouble sleeping or changes in appetite
- Difficulty concentrating
- Feeling distracted or not fully present
- Withdrawing from others or feeling isolated
- A sense that life feels different or unfamiliar
Even when grief is a natural response to loss, it can feel overwhelming and hard to carry on your own.
Who I Work With
You may be getting through the day, but it feels different now — heavier, quieter or harder to carry.
I work with adults and teens seeking grief counseling serving San Diego and communities across Southern California and Northern California to help them process loss, bereavement, and major life changes. My approach is shaped by both personal and professional experiences with loss, which informs the depth of care I bring to this work.
Grief counseling may be helpful if you are:
- Coping with the bereavement or recent loss of a loved one
- Navigating divorce, breakup, or relationship loss
- Adjusting to a major life transition or identity shift
- Supporting adults and teens who are struggling with loss or change
- Experiencing anticipatory grief (grieving before a loss)
- Feeling stuck in prolonged or complicated grief
- Trying to function while carrying deep emotional pain
- Experiencing the loss of a pet
- Feeling disconnected from yourself or your life
Grief can also show up as anxiety, overthinking, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed — you can learn more on my Anxiety Therapy page.
My Approach to Grief Counseling
Grief isn’t something to “fix” or rush through. In our work together, we’ll gently make space for your experience while helping you find ways to cope and feel a little more grounded.
Our work may include:
- Processing emotions in a supportive, non-judgmental space
- Understanding how grief shows up in your thoughts and body
- Learning coping tools to manage overwhelming feelings
- Creating space for both loss and meaning as you move forward
- Reconnecting with yourself at your own pace
My bereavement counseling is trauma-informed and draws on CBT while integrating other supportive approaches including somatic/body-aware practices to help you process grief in a way that feels right for you. I also have experience supporting clients navigating prolonged or complicated grief, where loss feels especially stuck or unresolved over time.
The goal isn’t to rush through your grief — it’s to help you feel less alone in it and more like yourself again, in a warm, collaborative space where you don’t have to explain everything perfectly. You can simply show up as you are.
For more about my approach you can visit here.
You Don’t Have to Be Strong All the Time
Many people feel pressure to hold it together, stay busy, or move on quickly after a loss. You might be the one others rely on — even while you’re struggling yourself.
But grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and you don’t have to carry it alone.
Grief therapy offers a space where you can let your guard down, process what you’re feeling, and be supported without expectations or pressure to “be okay.” When you are ready, Kim is here. Contact or book 15-minute consultation.
Online Grief Counseling Across California
If leaving home or fitting a commute into your schedule feels like too much right now, online therapy makes support more accessible for busy professionals, parents and teens.
I offer secure, confidential telehealth sessions so you can attend from the comfort of your home (or office) from anywhere in California. Many clients across San Diego, Los Angeles and throughout California choose online grief counseling because it removes the barrier of travel during an already difficult time.
Take the First Step Toward Feeling More Like Yourself Again
You’ve been carrying this for a while. You don’t have to be strong all the time or keep managing this on your own.
Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation and see if this support feels like a good fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if I need grief counseling?
If your grief feels overwhelming, long-lasting, or is interfering with your daily life, relationships, or ability to cope, therapy can help. You might notice feeling stuck, emotionally numb, anxious, or unable to move forward in the way you’d like. Kim Jones, a San Diego therapist with 25+ years of experience, works with adults and teens to process loss at their own pace.
Q: What if I just experienced a traumatic or recent loss—when should I get help?
If you’ve recently experienced a loss, it’s completely okay to reach out for support right away. You don’t have to wait until things feel worse or until you feel “ready.”
Grief and trauma can feel especially overwhelming in the early days, and having a supportive space can help you begin to process what happened and feel less alone. If you’re unsure, therapy can meet you wherever you are in the process.
Q: Can grief counseling help with loss other than death?
Yes. Grief can come from many experiences, including divorce, breakups, life transitions, or changes in identity. Therapy can help you process and adjust to these losses. You can also explore support on my Life Transitions page.
Q: How long does grief counseling take?
There’s no set timeline. Some people benefit from short-term support, while others choose longer-term therapy depending on their needs. Kim Jones will work with you in a process that feels right for you.
Q: Is what I’m feeling normal?
Grief can show up in many different ways, including sadness, anger, numbness, or even moments of relief. There is no “right” way to grieve. Therapy can help you understand and process your experience without judgment.
Q: What if I feel stuck in my grief?
If your grief feels overwhelming or hasn’t eased over time, counseling can help you process deeper emotions and find ways to move forward while still honoring your loss. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
Q: Do you work with teens?
Yes, I work with both adults and teens who are navigating grief, loss, and major life changes. Learn more about Teen Therapy here.
Q: Does Kim Jones offer online grief therapy in California?
Yes. Kim offers secure, confidential telehealth sessions for grief counseling available to anyone in California — including San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and throughout the state. Online sessions are a great option for busy professionals, parents, and teens who prefer to attend from home.
Q: What is the difference between grief counseling and regular therapy?
Grief counseling focuses specifically on processing loss — whether from death, divorce, a major life change, or another significant transition. While general therapy addresses a broad range of concerns, grief counseling provides targeted support for bereavement and the emotional, physical, and relational ways loss shows up in your life.
