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Malisa Morris
Registered Social Worker, BSW , MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6C  (Online Only)
I'm a dedicated professional, committed to personal growth and helping others. I began my journey in 2012, gaining valuable experience in various settings, including community health organizations, hospices, and primary schools. My empathetic approach is impactful for individuals dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships, anger, and grief. I draw from techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness, empowering individuals to heal and rewrite their life stories.
I'm a dedicated professional, committed to personal growth and helping others. I began my journey in 2012, gaining valuable experience in various settings, including community health organizations, hospices, and primary schools. My empathetic approach is impactful for individuals dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationships, anger, and grief. I draw from techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness, empowering individuals to heal and rewrite their life stories.
(825) 255-6517 View (825) 255-6517
Photo of Celeste Ferguson, Registered Provisional Psychologist in Edmonton, AB
Celeste Ferguson
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6X
Wherever you are on your therapeutic journey, welcome. I enjoy supporting children (3+), adolescents, and adults experiencing grief, trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, stress and other challenges that impact daily functioning. In my approach, I bring concrete tools and strategies to support those I sit with to develop a deeper connection to self and others. I strongly believe in creating a safe and supportive environment that supports healing. If you are looking for a therapist that is gentle, compassionate, but directive when helpful, we may be a good fit.
Wherever you are on your therapeutic journey, welcome. I enjoy supporting children (3+), adolescents, and adults experiencing grief, trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, stress and other challenges that impact daily functioning. In my approach, I bring concrete tools and strategies to support those I sit with to develop a deeper connection to self and others. I strongly believe in creating a safe and supportive environment that supports healing. If you are looking for a therapist that is gentle, compassionate, but directive when helpful, we may be a good fit.
(587) 600-0537 View (587) 600-0537
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The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre Inc.
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6B
Grief is a deeply painful, lonely, and isolating experience. When someone we care about dies, our relationship ends in divorce, or we experience any of the other 40 forms of loss, we often feel unprepared and ill-equipped to deal with our emotions. The wonderful news is, grief does not have to be a life sentence of suffering. There are actionable tools that can help you to move beyond the pain caused by a loss in your life. Whether you are grieving due to a recent loss or a loss from long ago, it is never too soon or too late to heal your heart.
Grief is a deeply painful, lonely, and isolating experience. When someone we care about dies, our relationship ends in divorce, or we experience any of the other 40 forms of loss, we often feel unprepared and ill-equipped to deal with our emotions. The wonderful news is, grief does not have to be a life sentence of suffering. There are actionable tools that can help you to move beyond the pain caused by a loss in your life. Whether you are grieving due to a recent loss or a loss from long ago, it is never too soon or too late to heal your heart.
(587) 419-6677 View (587) 419-6677
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Simone Moniz
Psychologist, BA, MC, RPsych, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6H
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Psychologist and have been supporting children, teens and adults in a few positions over 15 years. With this experience, I have grown a love of supporting clients that have experienced perinatal grief and mood disorders and parenting struggles/transitions, in addition to other concerns such as grief, relationship issues, and depression, anxiety and stress. My clients can expect empathy with a dose of practicality, humour and honesty. My passion is attachment-focused parenting. I understand that parenting is the most important/difficult job out there, it is my honour to help.
I am a Registered Psychologist and have been supporting children, teens and adults in a few positions over 15 years. With this experience, I have grown a love of supporting clients that have experienced perinatal grief and mood disorders and parenting struggles/transitions, in addition to other concerns such as grief, relationship issues, and depression, anxiety and stress. My clients can expect empathy with a dose of practicality, humour and honesty. My passion is attachment-focused parenting. I understand that parenting is the most important/difficult job out there, it is my honour to help.
(587) 409-0964 View (587) 409-0964
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Rita Martino Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, CCPA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5N
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I have been counselling for 25 years. I work with individuals, couples, groups, and families; offering trauma and grief based EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. My other specialties include pre-marital, CBT, solution focused, experiential, suicidality, depression and anxiety, addictions, and crisis and faith.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I have been counselling for 25 years. I work with individuals, couples, groups, and families; offering trauma and grief based EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. My other specialties include pre-marital, CBT, solution focused, experiential, suicidality, depression and anxiety, addictions, and crisis and faith.
(587) 858-5685 View (587) 858-5685
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Janelle Drisner
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5W
I specifically offer psychotherapy for adults struggling with existential and spiritual crises, grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, relational conflicts, and disembodiment.
Are you feeling stressed, lost, overwhelmed? Uncertain of what's to come? Perhaps you are suffering because something has happened to you or because you are going through major life changes. Maybe your belief systems are changing and there is a feeling that you don't know who you are anymore. You may have noticed that your body is more fatigued, tense, and in pain than usual as you hold heavy emotions. It may also be difficult to relate to yourself and others. The reasons for seeking therapy are numerous, but regardless of the why, now is the time to take space for yourself to re-orient to your life, unburden, and heal.
I specifically offer psychotherapy for adults struggling with existential and spiritual crises, grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, relational conflicts, and disembodiment.
Are you feeling stressed, lost, overwhelmed? Uncertain of what's to come? Perhaps you are suffering because something has happened to you or because you are going through major life changes. Maybe your belief systems are changing and there is a feeling that you don't know who you are anymore. You may have noticed that your body is more fatigued, tense, and in pain than usual as you hold heavy emotions. It may also be difficult to relate to yourself and others. The reasons for seeking therapy are numerous, but regardless of the why, now is the time to take space for yourself to re-orient to your life, unburden, and heal.
(587) 507-4690 View (587) 507-4690
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Renata L Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
I specialize in marital and family therapy, and hold special interest in grief/loss; chronic pain; work-life balance; and the integration of holistic medicinal practices for personal growth across the lifespan.
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
I specialize in marital and family therapy, and hold special interest in grief/loss; chronic pain; work-life balance; and the integration of holistic medicinal practices for personal growth across the lifespan.
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
(780) 935-4413 View (780) 935-4413
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Lisa McMorrow
Counsellor, MA, CCC, CT, GRS
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5P
Life can present challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck and unsure of what to do. This may make it difficult to manage or thrive in our daily lives. If this sounds familiar, you do not have to do this alone. I have experience supporting clients through depression, anxiety, life transitions, burnout, addictions, personal growth and grief and loss.
Life can present challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck and unsure of what to do. This may make it difficult to manage or thrive in our daily lives. If this sounds familiar, you do not have to do this alone. I have experience supporting clients through depression, anxiety, life transitions, burnout, addictions, personal growth and grief and loss.
(825) 601-5734 View (825) 601-5734
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Cornerstone Counselling
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5N
Our diverse team of accredited professionals provides a wide range of mental health services for individuals, couples, families, teens, and children who are experiencing a broad range of issues including emotional distress; addictions; trauma, violence, and abuse; relationship issues; coping and behavioural issues; loss and grief; and more.
Cornerstone Counselling is a not-for-profit agency committed to providing professional, affordable, and accessible counselling and mental health services for all Albertans. We offer subsidies and a sliding scale for rates, based upon financial need, to ensure that our counselling services are affordable. We provide secular and faith-based counselling in-person, virtually, and by phone.
Our diverse team of accredited professionals provides a wide range of mental health services for individuals, couples, families, teens, and children who are experiencing a broad range of issues including emotional distress; addictions; trauma, violence, and abuse; relationship issues; coping and behavioural issues; loss and grief; and more.
Cornerstone Counselling is a not-for-profit agency committed to providing professional, affordable, and accessible counselling and mental health services for all Albertans. We offer subsidies and a sliding scale for rates, based upon financial need, to ensure that our counselling services are affordable. We provide secular and faith-based counselling in-person, virtually, and by phone.
(587) 851-0929 View (587) 851-0929
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Brandon Langrock
Psychologist, MA, R Psych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
My specialties include trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief and loss, emotion regulation, and adult ADHD.
I believe that therapy should be sometimes fun, sometimes uncomfortable, and always rewarding. I adapt my therapy approach to your specific needs, with a focus on making sure that you feel the payoff for your hard work. Maybe you feel like you're not in control of your emotions, or you're unable to explore more meaningful parts of your life because of fear or past experiences. We can work towards acceptance and building a sense of control. I can help to make sense of your experiences and better understand yourself, all while working on feeling better in the process.
My specialties include trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief and loss, emotion regulation, and adult ADHD.
I believe that therapy should be sometimes fun, sometimes uncomfortable, and always rewarding. I adapt my therapy approach to your specific needs, with a focus on making sure that you feel the payoff for your hard work. Maybe you feel like you're not in control of your emotions, or you're unable to explore more meaningful parts of your life because of fear or past experiences. We can work towards acceptance and building a sense of control. I can help to make sense of your experiences and better understand yourself, all while working on feeling better in the process.
(587) 715-0338 View (587) 715-0338
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Kristie Bennett
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6G
The sudden loss of my mom in 2015 to cancer was pivotal and life-changing for me - I understand what it means to be heartbroken, overwhelmed and purposeless.
NOW Accepting New Clients! Specializing in women and couples. Are you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from those you love? Do you struggle to balance family and work pressures? All you know is that this isn't the life or relationship you want. Traumatic experiences and lack of intentional self-care can leave us feeling depleted, resentful, and stuck. It doesn't have to be this way. You can find love and happiness. By turning within and to your partner, you can revive your mind, body, and soul to start living your best life individually and as a couple.
The sudden loss of my mom in 2015 to cancer was pivotal and life-changing for me - I understand what it means to be heartbroken, overwhelmed and purposeless.
NOW Accepting New Clients! Specializing in women and couples. Are you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from those you love? Do you struggle to balance family and work pressures? All you know is that this isn't the life or relationship you want. Traumatic experiences and lack of intentional self-care can leave us feeling depleted, resentful, and stuck. It doesn't have to be this way. You can find love and happiness. By turning within and to your partner, you can revive your mind, body, and soul to start living your best life individually and as a couple.
(587) 847-5440 View (587) 847-5440
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Nest Integrative Wellness
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5N
Nest Integrative Wellness is a team of mental health professionals focused on providing support for families transitioning into parenthood. Parents experiencing postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, fertility struggles, grief and loss, birth trauma, post adoption support and other struggles are not alone. We can support you in enjoying the newborn days and navigating the rollercoaster of early parenthood.
Nest Integrative Wellness is a team of mental health professionals focused on providing support for families transitioning into parenthood. Parents experiencing postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, fertility struggles, grief and loss, birth trauma, post adoption support and other struggles are not alone. We can support you in enjoying the newborn days and navigating the rollercoaster of early parenthood.
(587) 715-1241 View (587) 715-1241
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Yellowfinch Counselling -Marriage&Family Therapist
Counsellor, BA(Psy), MFCS, CCTP, CGS
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6E
Marriage problems? Communication issues? Perhaps you feel your drifting apart or stuck arguing over the same thing never feeling heard? Intimacy has dramatically decreased or beginning to. Maybe you just need maintenance for your relationship so it stays at the current level and helps to cement emotional connection and bonding or you'd like your relationship to go beyond surface level. Couples counselling is our specialty. We also focus on divorce, co-parenting, infidelity recovery as well as narcissism and break ups. For individual therapy we focus on: anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, return to work (off work stress leave), life changes. Specializations and training in: grief and loss, CBT-I for insomnia, divorce recovery, mindfulness. I use a family systems approach to therapy, as well as am trained in: EFT, Narrative, CBT.
Marriage problems? Communication issues? Perhaps you feel your drifting apart or stuck arguing over the same thing never feeling heard? Intimacy has dramatically decreased or beginning to. Maybe you just need maintenance for your relationship so it stays at the current level and helps to cement emotional connection and bonding or you'd like your relationship to go beyond surface level. Couples counselling is our specialty. We also focus on divorce, co-parenting, infidelity recovery as well as narcissism and break ups. For individual therapy we focus on: anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, stress, return to work (off work stress leave), life changes. Specializations and training in: grief and loss, CBT-I for insomnia, divorce recovery, mindfulness. I use a family systems approach to therapy, as well as am trained in: EFT, Narrative, CBT.
(587) 817-2379 View (587) 817-2379
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Kate Newby
Counsellor, RPC-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6H  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Kate, an integrative counsellor working with people who experience anxiety, depression, work-related stress, relationship issues, conflict management, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, grief and loss. I offer a confidential and relaxed space for individuals to dig deep, discover insight, nurture self-compassion, and cultivate growth.
Hello, I'm Kate, an integrative counsellor working with people who experience anxiety, depression, work-related stress, relationship issues, conflict management, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, grief and loss. I offer a confidential and relaxed space for individuals to dig deep, discover insight, nurture self-compassion, and cultivate growth.
(587) 742-0494 View (587) 742-0494
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Shayda Nanji
Counsellor, BScPh, RPC, EFTprac
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5A  (Online Only)
We all desire a life where we're not struggling with anxiety, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, setting healthy boundaries, anger, perfectionism, shame and guilt etc. Sometimes we feel no one understands! These are normal human struggles and there is no shame in talking to a professional. We seek help from doctors for physical health so why not for mental health? Healing the body, also requires healing the mind. I am also an EFT (Tapping) practitioner and I love EFT work since it has consistently been shown to be of great benefit, either as a stand-alone therapy or in addition to other modalities. Time to talk, tap or tap and talk? YES
We all desire a life where we're not struggling with anxiety, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, setting healthy boundaries, anger, perfectionism, shame and guilt etc. Sometimes we feel no one understands! These are normal human struggles and there is no shame in talking to a professional. We seek help from doctors for physical health so why not for mental health? Healing the body, also requires healing the mind. I am also an EFT (Tapping) practitioner and I love EFT work since it has consistently been shown to be of great benefit, either as a stand-alone therapy or in addition to other modalities. Time to talk, tap or tap and talk? YES
(587) 406-1039 View (587) 406-1039
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Terri J Ward
MA Psyc, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5E
In 2017, I became a certified specialist in the grief recovery model which has advanced my skills in helping clients resolve issues related to grief and loss.
Life can present with many challenges and struggles; however, it can bring us to a journey of self-awareness and self-discovery. I hope to help you discover who you are meant to be, both as an individual or as a couple. I am registered social worker, with 15 years of counselling experience. I have a passion for my work and it shows in my commitment and dedication to my clients. My interest is working with adults either individually or as a couple.
In 2017, I became a certified specialist in the grief recovery model which has advanced my skills in helping clients resolve issues related to grief and loss.
Life can present with many challenges and struggles; however, it can bring us to a journey of self-awareness and self-discovery. I hope to help you discover who you are meant to be, both as an individual or as a couple. I am registered social worker, with 15 years of counselling experience. I have a passion for my work and it shows in my commitment and dedication to my clients. My interest is working with adults either individually or as a couple.
(587) 806-5073 View (587) 806-5073
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Parris Winsor
Counsellor, RPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5L
I am skilled in trauma, grief, relationship and addiction counselling, and teach many other necessary life skills, which I facilitates through workshops and groups. I help to create a routine that is balanced and transferable into anyone's life. I focus on building self worth and esteem, creating skills for healthy, happy relationships. Empower individuals to live a life free of addictions and behaviours that cause consequences and negative feelings. I encourage people to identify the inner dialogue that persists with negativity, put downs and beliefs that aren't serving them well and replace those with love and kindness.
I am skilled in trauma, grief, relationship and addiction counselling, and teach many other necessary life skills, which I facilitates through workshops and groups. I help to create a routine that is balanced and transferable into anyone's life. I focus on building self worth and esteem, creating skills for healthy, happy relationships. Empower individuals to live a life free of addictions and behaviours that cause consequences and negative feelings. I encourage people to identify the inner dialogue that persists with negativity, put downs and beliefs that aren't serving them well and replace those with love and kindness.
(855) 872-5996 View (855) 872-5996
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Erin Fischer
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6W
I love working with trauma and have specialized experience with first responders. I get how it changes the way you think, feel and act so can work with emotional dysregulation and behavioural issues too. Addiction is common, and often a way to cope, and it's the underlying issues I enjoy nurturing and healing. At times, I work with people struggling in relationships, sometimes with themselves, or as they adjust to relationship change or loss. Other times I support people as they navigate life transitions like employment changes, navigating pregnancy and parenthood, reconciling health issues, or effects of aging.
I love working with trauma and have specialized experience with first responders. I get how it changes the way you think, feel and act so can work with emotional dysregulation and behavioural issues too. Addiction is common, and often a way to cope, and it's the underlying issues I enjoy nurturing and healing. At times, I work with people struggling in relationships, sometimes with themselves, or as they adjust to relationship change or loss. Other times I support people as they navigate life transitions like employment changes, navigating pregnancy and parenthood, reconciling health issues, or effects of aging.
(587) 850-0507 View (587) 850-0507
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Fisher Peak Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5A
I am an EMDR trained, general practitioner who works with individuals, youth, families, couples, and staff teams. I assist clients to work through a variety of life events and mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, conflict resolution, communication, gender identity and sexual orientation, trauma, employment, education, critical incident stress debriefing and more.
I am an EMDR trained, general practitioner who works with individuals, youth, families, couples, and staff teams. I assist clients to work through a variety of life events and mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, conflict resolution, communication, gender identity and sexual orientation, trauma, employment, education, critical incident stress debriefing and more.
(778) 762-3590 View (778) 762-3590
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Jennifer MacPhee
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6G
My office is the place for productive dialogues and lasting changes! I am passionate about supporting individuals to manage various emotional and relational challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, and the various forms of distress experienced in relationships, such as conflict, intimacy issues, and betrayal trauma. Additionally, I have experience dealing with trauma-related issues, including acute stress reactions, PTSD, harassment, burnout, or work-related trauma.
My office is the place for productive dialogues and lasting changes! I am passionate about supporting individuals to manage various emotional and relational challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, and the various forms of distress experienced in relationships, such as conflict, intimacy issues, and betrayal trauma. Additionally, I have experience dealing with trauma-related issues, including acute stress reactions, PTSD, harassment, burnout, or work-related trauma.
(587) 857-3490 View (587) 857-3490

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Grief Counsellors

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.