What Are Grief and Loss and How Do They Show Up?
If you are seeking therapy for grief, I first want to wish you my sincerest condolences. Grief is a natural response to loss, but it does not follow a timeline or a straight path. It can feel unpredictable, overwhelming, and deeply personal.
Grief and loss may come from:
The death of a loved one
The end of a relationship or marriage
Pregnancy loss or fertility challenges
Loss of health, identity, or independence
Major life changes that leave you grieving what once was
Grief can show up as:
Waves of sadness, numbness, or disbelief
Anger, guilt, or regret
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Changes in sleep, appetite, or energy
Feeling disconnected from others or from yourself
Moments of intense emotion that appear unexpectedly
Many people feel pressure to move on or cope better, even when their grief is still very present.
How Therapy Helps with Grief and Loss
Grief therapy offers a safe space to process loss without judgment, timelines, or expectations.
In therapy, we work to:
Honour your unique grieving process
Make space for difficult emotions without being overwhelmed
Reduce isolation by feeling understood and supported
Navigate life while carrying grief rather than avoiding it
Address guilt, anger, or unresolved feelings
Find meaning and stability after loss
Therapy does not take away grief, but it helps make it more manageable and less lonely.
What Interventions Might Be Used?
Grief therapy is compassionate, flexible, and paced to your needs.
Depending on where you are in your grief, therapy may include:
Emotional processing and validation
Narrative and meaning-based approaches
Mindfulness and grounding techniques for overwhelming moments
Coping strategies for anniversaries, reminders, and transitions
Support in reconnecting with daily life and relationships
Gentle exploration of identity and life changes after loss
The goal is not closure or forgetting. It is learning how to live fully while honouring what and who you have lost.
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