Grief Therapy

Healing Through Grief: Navigating Loss with Compassion

Grief is a deeply personal and unique journey, one that can often feel isolating and overwhelming. Whether you've lost someone you love or something that was vital to your sense of self, the pain of that loss can leave you feeling adrift. Together, we can explore ways to navigate this grief, honor your experience, and allow healing to unfold at your own pace.

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Grief Isn't Linear: Embracing the Fluidity of Your Journey

Contrary to what society often suggests, grief doesn't always unfold in neat, predictable stages. It's not something you can simply "get over" or "move on" from. The waves of grief can come at unexpected times—months, even years, after the loss. You may find yourself feeling overwhelmed by sorrow or anger, or perhaps feeling disconnected from those around you who seem to be moving forward.

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It's normal to feel like your life has come to a standstill when grief weighs heavily on you. It's important to remember that your grief is valid and it doesn't have a set timeline. The process of healing from loss is about allowing yourself the space to feel, without judgment or expectation. You do not need to try to rush or force yourself through it - that just isn't how grief works. 

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Leaning Into Grief: Finding Healing Through Acceptance

Grief can be a powerful force, but when we allow ourselves to lean into it rather than resist it, we can begin to heal. Leaning in doesn't mean forgetting or letting go of what we've lost. It means acknowledging the pain, sitting with it, and honoring the depth of your emotions. It's in this space of acceptance that healing can truly begin. In fact, you'll often hear me saying that we do not actually heal from grief, but we can grow around it and with it. 

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I will be here to support you through the difficult and often contradictory feelings that arise during your grieving process. It's okay to feel both sadness and joy, to mourn and also to find moments of peace. Grief is not about "moving on" from your loss but about finding ways to move forward with it, integrating it into your life in a way that feels right for you.

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Creating a Safe Space for Your Pain: Compassionate Support Through Loss

Grief is a process that requires patience, gentleness, and a lot of self-compassion. It's not about forcing yourself to feel better, but about allowing yourself to experience your pain fully, without shame or guilt. I offer a safe, caring space where you can process your grief and begin to embrace the truth of what you've lost.

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Together, we will explore ways to honor your loved one or what you've lost, and to build rituals or practices that allow you to carry that loss with love and respect. We'll work on finding ways to be kind to yourself during this difficult time, and to create a path that allows for healing and growth.