Expert Grief Counseling Services

Do you feel isolated and purposeless? Struggling to cope with the loss of a love one, a relationship, a job?

Grief is universal.

Everyone experiences different types of losses: losing a loved one, a relationship, a friendship, a career, a life-plan, these are all losses that can make us feel groundless and without a sense of purpose.

Are you struggling to cope with your loss?

Are you feeling devastated, like you lost your footing, your foundation, your safe place?

Have you found it difficult to cope with daily life?

Are you feeling sad or angry, confused or purposeless?

Grief is isolating.

Experiencing loss can feel like a profound and disorienting journey, often marked by a whirlwind of intense emotions. Initially, there may be shock and disbelief, as if the world has suddenly shifted beneath your feet. As the reality of the loss sinks in, feelings of deep sadness and longing can emerge, creating an ache that seems unbearable at times. Anger may surface, directed at circumstances, yourself, or even at the person who is gone. Alongside these emotions, you might grapple with guilt, questioning choices or words left unsaid. The world can feel muted, and everyday activities may seem overwhelming, as if you’re moving through a fog.

Each person's experience of loss is unique, and while it can feel isolating, it's important to recognize that these emotions are a natural part of the grieving process and reflect the depth of your emotions and your connection to what you lost.

How we can help:

Don’t you wish you had someone to walk alongside you on this journey?

  • Grief can be an isolating experience. Counseling provides a supportive environment where you can share your feelings and experiences with someone who understands.

    Emotional Support

    Your grief counselor provides a safe space for you to express your feelings and emotions surrounding your loss.

    Processing Grief

    Your grief counselor will help you navigate the complex emotions that arise after a loss, such as sadness, anger, guilt, and confusion. This guidance can help you process your feelings more effectively.

  • Your therapist will personalize their methods to fit your needs and goals. Some Techniques they may use include:

    Talk Therapy: This encourages open discussion about feelings, memories, and experiences related to your loss.

    Coping Strategies: You can learn about and practice practical tools and techniques to manage grief and emotions effectively. (Learn more below.)

    Memorializing: A practice that assists clients in finding ways to honor and remember their loved ones.

    EMDR Intensives: Designed to help with traumatic loss and relieve the intensity of symptoms related to your loss.

  • Our counselors teach you coping strategies to manage your grief, helping you find constructive ways to deal with your emotions rather than bottling them up. These are tailored to your needs and can include practices such as: specific routines, mindfulness exercises, journaling practice.

  • Grief can manifest in many ways and can vary greatly from person to person. Your therapist will help you understand your unique grieving process and validate your experiences.

  • Grief can sometimes lead to complicated or prolonged grief reactions. Seeking counseling will help you address issues early on and promote healthier adjustment.

  • Your therapist will walk alongside you, helping and guiding you as you create a new sense of meaning in your life.

    Your counselor will assist you in finding ways to honor your loved one’s memory.

  • Grief counseling facilitates long-term healing, helping you integrate your loss into your life in a way that allows you to move forward with intentionality and peace, cherishing the memories of your loved one.

Grief Counseling

Grief is overwhelming.

These experiences impact our minds, our emotions, our bodies, our nervous system. Do you feel like your body is holding onto your emotional pain?

This is a common experience and why it is feels impossible to just push through grief on your own.

Your compassionate and professional counselor will provide a safe and supportive environment where you can openly express your feelings, whether they include sadness, anger, or confusion.

Through professional guidance, you’ll learn effective coping strategies to manage your grief and gain insights into your unique grieving process. Your counselor will both validate your emotions and foster your personal growth and resilience. Remember, you don’t have to face this journey alone—reaching out for support can make all the difference in your healing journey.

Do you need support to find peace amidst your loss?
Let us walk alongside you on the journey.

Grief is hard.

Grief is complex. It’s impossible to put it into a timeline, a deadline, a mourning period, and then to simply pretend everything is fine when your world has turned upside down. Your support system may struggle with handling your highly-charged emotions, not knowing what to say, how to comfort you, how to help you handle your loss. Sitting in the pain of grief, making space for such a powerful emotion, is hard and sometimes unfamiliar territory.

No-one is an island, not matter how isolating grief may feel.

We need others to help us cope in a healthy way.
Working with your grief therapist gives you the opportunity and space to pursue healthy healing - on your own timeline - with a supportive and skilled expert.

What should I expect in Grief Counseling?

Our approach is centered on the belief in the dignity and value of each human person, including every one of our clients.

We prioritize clinical excellence for each client, tailoring our care for your needs. We are experts in helping our clients work through the many aspects of grief, including the emotional and the spiritual. Our holistic, faith-integrated approach can help you reconcile your grief with your spiritual beliefs or utilize your faith as a resource in your healing journey.

Common Questions

  • Grief is a personal experience and no loss is too small or insignificant to seek counseling. If you're questioning whether your loss is significant enough for grief counseling, it's worth exploring.

    • Individual Experience: Everyone grieves differently, and what may seem minor to one person can feel profound to another. Your feelings are valid regardless of the type of loss.

    • Impact on Daily Life: If your loss is affecting your ability to function, impacting your relationships, or causing persistent emotional distress, it is important to seek professional support.

    • Complex Emotions: If you find yourself struggling with feelings of sadness, anger, guilt, or confusion related to your loss, a counselor can help you navigate these emotions.

    • Desire for Support: If you feel overwhelmed or isolated in your grief, talking to a professional can provide you with the support and tools to process your feelings.

    • Preventing Complicated Grief: Seeking help early can prevent grief from becoming complicated or prolonged, allowing for healthier coping and adjustment.

    A counselor can help you understand your feelings and provide support tailored to your unique experience. Remember, you don’t have to navigate grief alone.

  • Yes, experiencing fluctuating emotions—sometimes feeling sad and other times feeling okay—is a normal part of grief. Grief is not a linear process; it can involve a wide range of emotions that come and go in waves.

    It’s okay to not feel sad all the time. Talking about your experience with o your therapist can help you process your feelings and gain perspective.

    Emotional variability is very common during grief. This mix of emotions can include sadness, anger, confusion, relief, and even moments of joy. This variability can be confusing but is part of the natural grieving process.

    Certain memories, anniversaries, or even everyday situations can trigger feelings of sadness or nostalgia, while at other times, you may feel more at peace or distracted by daily life.

  • Give yourself time. It’s normal for the intensity of your faith to ebb and flow, to experience doubt, especially during times of grief. Your therapist can utilize faith-informed counseling to support you and give you the space to work through your crisis of faith.

    As you navigate your grief in counseling, you may discover new understandings or interpretations of your faith, transforming how you engage with the pain you’re feeling.

    A loss of faith during grief is a deeply personal and painful journey. It’s important to honor your feelings and seek support as you find your way through this challenging experience.

  • Everyone’s grieving process is unique, so the length of therapy will depend on the nature of your loss, your personal needs, the severity of your grief, and how you are progressing in their healing journey.

    • Short-Term Therapy: Some individuals may find relief in just a few sessions, typically ranging from 4 to 8 weeks. This may be sufficient for those dealing with less complicated grief or seeking immediate support.

    • Medium-Term Therapy: For many, grief therapy may last several months, often between 3 to 6 months. This allows for deeper exploration of emotions and the development of coping strategies.

    • Long-Term Therapy: In cases of complicated or prolonged grief, therapy may extend over a year or more. Individuals experiencing intense emotions, ongoing struggles, or significant life changes may benefit from a longer therapeutic process.

    Ultimately, the goal of grief therapy is to help you process your feelings and move toward healing at your own pace.

    Regular check-ins with a therapist can help assess progress and adjust the frequency and duration of sessions as needed.

  • We can provide you with a more information about therapist fees on the Our Rates page. Or you can Contact Us for a therapist-specific quote. We will also provide you with a Good Faith Estimate which will give you a breakdown of cost over weeks, month, or year.