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Therapy for Grief –
Online Therapy for California

Grief has changed everything.
Your world has stopped, even as life keeps moving around you.
I see your pain, and I can walk with you through it.

HERE’S HOW WE’RE DIFFERENT

I’m Michelle Byrd, a grief specialist, and I help people who feel lost, numb, and shattered after the death of someone they love.

In the middle of shock, guilt, and heartache, you may feel like you’ve lost yourself.

Here, you don’t have to pretend to be okay. You can fall apart safely, with someone who won’t turn away.

This is a place where your grief will be seen, heard, and honored—and where, at your own pace, you can begin to find your way forward.

When Grief Feels Too Heavy to Hold

When loss tears through your life, it can leave you stunned — as if time has stopped.

The fog makes it hard to think. Your body aches. Nights are long and sleepless.

People mean well, but say the wrong things.

Some expect you to be “over it,” not knowing how broken you feel inside. 

This is how many of my clients have described it:
If you’re hurting this deeply, it’s because you loved deeply.

What you’re feeling is real, valid — and in many ways, it’s love trying to come through.

And even though it may not feel possible right now, there is a way through this grief.

Therapy can help you slowly begin to move, to breathe, to live again.

A Companion in the Dark

When everything feels shattered, you don’t need someone to tell you to move on.

You need someone who will walk with you into the dark—and stay.

That’s what grief therapy is.

I join you in the darkness, and I’m not afraid of your pain.

I’ve sat with families in hospice, in hospitals, and in rooms where their loved one was still there, and it was too painful to see them being taken away. I can hold what others can’t.

In our sessions, we’ll make space for your grief—and in doing so, stop it from running your life.

Like tending a deep wound, we open it gently, care for it, and protect it so you can keep going until you’re ready to tend to it again.

What Life Can Feel Like After Therapy

The worst day of your life won’t disappear, but it becomes something you can live through and understand how to carry.

My clients often tell me they feel:

You’ll walk away with space to breathe again.

Not because the grief is gone, but because it no longer consumes you.

You’ll discover that life can hold joy again – not in place of your grief, but right alongside it.

You don’t have to carry this alone.
When you’re ready, I’m here.

If you’re ready to walk with a guide through the darkness, I’m here.

Reaching out is the first step. Click the button below and reach out for a 15m consultation.

Your Guide in Grief

Hi, I’m Michelle.

I’ve spent years walking beside people in their darkest moments—in hospice, in hospitals, and now in my private practice.

I’ve seen the rawness of grief, and I’m not afraid of it.

Many of my clients say they chose me because they just knew: “You get it.”

If you feel like no one else can hold your pain, I can. You can bring the darkest parts of your grief here—and I will not turn away.

If you’re ready to take that first step, I would be honored to walk with you.

Why Choose a Grief Specialist

Grief is not something every therapist can hold—but I can.

Just like you would see a cardiologist for your heart, you deserve a specialist for your grief.

This is all I do.

Because I’ve seen this pain countless times, we don’t have to waste time circling it.

We can go straight to the heart of your grief—safely, gently, and at your pace.

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Katrina Lee
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Miss Byrd has been a life changer in my recovery from depression and grief. She holds me accountable and she helps me name the thing that I’m struggling with and then she walks to me through it and now I’m becoming the best version of me.
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Michelle is an exceptional grief counselor who creates a warm, safe, and supportive environment for her clients to process difficult emotions. Her genuine and authentic approach helps clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being vulnerable. In addition to her compassion, she provides actionable strategies and practical tasks that are effective in helping clients manage symptoms and navigate the healing process. Highly recommended for anyone seeking thoughtful and compassionate grief support.
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Eric Anthony
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Michelle was my therapist from early 2021 to late 2024. I could write a novel about what a great therapist & an even better human being she is. She’s taken care of me for 3 years & not only helped me get through my issues but helped me grow from them & see the positives. If you’re in need of a friend & a therapist that truly has your back, Michelle is the answer.
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Brandy Malloy
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Michelle is a caring and very skilled therapist. She believes in helping people find their path to healing in a way they will understand. If you are struggling to figure yourself out I would highly recommend Michelle as a therapist to help you work through those challenges.

The Kinds of Loss I Support

Every loss is different. Every grief is personal.

I support people through:

Pregnancy and child loss

Suicide loss (and the shame, guilt, and “what ifs” that come with it)

Spousal/partner loss

Anticipatory grief during illness

When you grieve differently from the ones around you

The death of a beloved pet

Whatever shape your grief takes, you are welcome here.

Online Therapy For California In-Person Therapy In Temecula, CA

27576 Commerce Center Drive, Suite #204
Temecula, CA 92590

What Becomes Possible

You don’t have to leave them behind to move forward.
Over time, grief softens into love—love that flows through your life, instead of consuming it.
With care and support, you can find your footing again, living a life that holds both your grief and your joy.

How to Get Started

01

Schedule a Call

Simply click below to schedule a FREE 15 minute consultation call with me.

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Free Consultation

I’ll call at a time that suits you and learn more about you and your unique situation.

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Feel Better

Let’s meet! If it sounds like we are a good fit, then I’ll invite you to have your first intake session and start on your journey!

On your darkest day, reaching out can be the first light.

Reach out below to get started.