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Shalini Mongia, MFT

Grief
Therapy

in Pleasant Hill and Alamo, CA

Grief is often portrayed as a series of neatly defined stages while in reality, it’s much more complex and unpredictable. The idea that grief is just about moving through stages in some methodical way can create unrealistic expectations and add pressure to an already devastating experience. Grief isn’t something you just 'get over; it’s a deeply personal journey with its own rhythm.

What can be more useful, particularly with grief support, are the tasks of mourning — steps that can help you process, adapt, and heal at your own pace and timeline. This can involve honoring the memories of your loved one, learning how to integrate the loss into your life, or finding joy and purpose amidst the pain.

Anniversaries, birthdays, and significant dates can also bring a flood of emotions. We explore manageable ways to cope, whether it’s creating space for reflection and a solid support system, or allowing yourself to skip certain traditions without guilt or worry. We focus on what you need in the moments you're in with space to grieve in your own way. So that you can embrace the future or just the next day with genuine hope and peace.

What we could work on in individual therapy:


  • Mental Health: depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, PTSD

  • Addiction: alcohol/drug concerns, gambling, compulsive behaviors

  • Relationships: marriage struggles, family conflicts, patterns overall

  • Stress: career pressures, overwhelm, stress management

  • Grief and Loss: coping with death, divorce, major life changes

  • Self-Esteem: low self-worth and building a positive self-image

  • Behavioral: anger management, emotional regulation, impulsivity

  • Personal growth: self-discovery, goals, healthy choices

  • Physical: chronic illness, pain management, health conditions

Shalini Vincent
healing from grief is less about letting go and more about finding new ways to hold on to the love and memories that remain

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3189 Danville Blvd, Ste 250
Alamo, CA 94507

395 Taylor Blvd

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

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prolonged sadness
emotional numbness
guilt or regret
withdrawal
disrupted functioning
flashbacks
chronic fatigue
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Grief is often portrayed as a series of neatly defined stages while in reality, it’s much more complex and unpredictable. The idea that grief is just about moving through stages in some methodical way can create unrealistic expectations and add pressure to an already devastating experience. Grief isn’t something you just 'get over; it’s a deeply personal journey with its own rhythm.

What can be more useful, particularly with grief support, are the tasks of mourning — steps that can help you process, adapt, and heal at your own pace and timeline. This can involve honoring the memories of your loved one, learning how to integrate the loss into your life, or finding joy and purpose amidst the pain.

Anniversaries, birthdays, and significant dates can also bring a flood of emotions. We explore manageable ways to cope, whether it’s creating space for reflection and a solid support system, or allowing yourself to skip certain traditions without guilt or worry. We focus on what you need in the moments you're in with space to grieve in your own way. So that you can embrace the future or just the next day with genuine hope and peace.

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