Jessica Sandoval

You should know that I understand grief can feel isolating, confusing, and unpredictable. Many of my clients come to me feeling:

• “I don’t recognize myself anymore.”
• “Everyone else seems to have moved on, but I’m stuck.”
• “I feel guilty for the moments I don’t feel sad.”
• “I’m overwhelmed by everyday life.”
• “I’m drowning in what-ifs, regrets, or things left unsaid.”

I meet you in that place with compassion and zero judgment. I don’t rush your process or ask you to “be strong.” I hold space for your anger, your silence, your tears, your numbness—and everything in between.

I show up as a real human. No clichés. No toxic positivity. Just someone who gets how heavy grief can be and is willing to walk with you through

My approach blends mindfulness, CBT, emotion regulation, and grief-informed therapy. Together, we explore the impact grief has had on your emotions, thoughts, relationships, and sense of identity.

I help clients:

• understand the waves of grief without feeling like they’re “doing it wrong”
• process guilt, anger, fear, and the pressure to “function”
• work through intrusive thoughts or anxiety that often accompany loss
• rebuild routines and find meaning in daily life
• hold onto the connection they had with their loved one in a healthier, gentler way

I’m collaborative, steady, and patient. Grief therapy with me isn’t about forcing closure—it’s about creating room to breathe, cope, and eventually step back into life at a pace that feels safe.

The first session is all about slowing down and helping you feel supported—not overwhelmed. Many clients arrive unsure where to start, afraid to fall apart, or worried their story is “too much.” It’s not.

In our first session, we’ll talk about:

• who or what you’ve lost
• what the hardest parts of your days look like
• how grief is showing up emotionally, physically, and mentally
• what you need most right now (even if you’re not sure yet)
• what kind of support feels comforting vs. overwhelming

You can expect a calm, grounded space where you don’t have to be “put together.” I’ll walk you through how I work, answer any questions, and we’ll create a gentle plan focused on stabilizing your nervous system, honoring your grief, and helping you survive the tough moments.

Most clients leave the first session feeling seen, less alone, and relieved they don’t have to carry this entirely by themselves.