Grief & Loss
Grief does not follow a set timeline or a predictable sequence. Therapy offers a space to move through it at your own pace.
Understanding Grief & Loss
Grief is a natural response to loss, and there is no single timeline or right way to experience it. Loss can take many forms, including the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, pregnancy loss, loss of health, or the loss of a future you had imagined. I work online with adults throughout New York and Florida who are navigating the emotional or practical impact of a loss.
Grief does not follow a set timeline or a neat progression of stages. It is deeply personal, shaped by the nature of the loss, your relationship to what was lost, your history, and the circumstances surrounding it. Grief can surface as sadness, anger, numbness, guilt, relief, or a complicated mix of all of these. It can come in waves, ease for a while, and then return unexpectedly.
Most people move through grief without needing professional support. Therapy may be helpful when grief feels stuck, when it is significantly interfering with daily functioning, when the loss was sudden or traumatic, or simply when you want a space to process what you are carrying without burdening the people around you.
Signs You May Benefit from Grief Support
- Intense sadness, longing, or yearning for what was lost
- Difficulty accepting the reality of the loss
- Guilt, regret, or anger related to the loss or the circumstances around it
- Withdrawing from relationships or activities
- Difficulty functioning at work or in daily life
- Feeling like life has lost its meaning or that you do not know who you are without the person or thing you lost
- Grief that feels stuck, that intensifies over time, or that you feel you cannot talk about with others
How I Support Grief & Loss
Grief work is not about moving on or getting over a loss. It is about finding a way to carry it while still living your life. The approach I take depends on what you are experiencing and what would be most helpful:
Trauma-Informed Care
When a loss is sudden, violent, or otherwise traumatic, grief and trauma can become intertwined. A trauma-informed approach ensures we move at your pace, prioritize your sense of safety, and address both the grief and any trauma-related symptoms that may be present.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT helps you make room for grief without being consumed by it. Rather than trying to eliminate the pain of loss, ACT supports you in staying connected to your values and continuing to build a meaningful life alongside your grief, not instead of it.
Mindfulness-Based Strategies
Mindfulness-based strategies can help you be present with grief, to notice what you are feeling without being overwhelmed by it. This is not about forcing acceptance or positive thinking, but about developing a steadier relationship with difficult emotions over time.
Support While You Navigate Grief
There is no right way to grieve, and you do not have to do it alone. I offer a free 15-minute consultation, no commitment required.