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Marida Etherington RN Psychotherapist
RN, MScN
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W  (Online Only)
I offer you a safe space where you can feel comfortable sharing how grief is impacting you.
Are you feeling weighed down by the pain of losing a loved one? Or perhaps you feel stuck and confused by an event that has changed the plans you had for your own life. Grief, in its many forms, can feel overwhelming. Along with sadness, you may also experience anger or a lack of motivation. And, when it feels like the world expects you to carry on, grief can feel like a dark and lonely place. With 28 years of experience in healthcare, I can help you gently explore your thoughts, feelings, and physical symptoms of grief. There is no right way to grieve, and together we will find your unique path forward.
I offer you a safe space where you can feel comfortable sharing how grief is impacting you.
Are you feeling weighed down by the pain of losing a loved one? Or perhaps you feel stuck and confused by an event that has changed the plans you had for your own life. Grief, in its many forms, can feel overwhelming. Along with sadness, you may also experience anger or a lack of motivation. And, when it feels like the world expects you to carry on, grief can feel like a dark and lonely place. With 28 years of experience in healthcare, I can help you gently explore your thoughts, feelings, and physical symptoms of grief. There is no right way to grieve, and together we will find your unique path forward.
(289) 217-9899 View (289) 217-9899
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Mara Toombs
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W  (Online Only)
My areas of speciality include attachment, sexuality, life transitions, parenting, and grief.
Wish you could feel closer to your partner, have more pleasure in your life and stop having the same repetitive fights? Or are you yearning to feel more alive and connected to the world around you? I provide psychotherapy virtually to couples and individuals in Ontario. As a long-time practitioner of meditation, I employ presence-based strategies helping you connect with self-compassion, bravery and calm. You set the pace for the counselling process and we walk along together. Using a combination of Emotionally-Focused, narrative, mindfulness and sex positive approaches, I support enhanced resiliency and practical change.
My areas of speciality include attachment, sexuality, life transitions, parenting, and grief.
Wish you could feel closer to your partner, have more pleasure in your life and stop having the same repetitive fights? Or are you yearning to feel more alive and connected to the world around you? I provide psychotherapy virtually to couples and individuals in Ontario. As a long-time practitioner of meditation, I employ presence-based strategies helping you connect with self-compassion, bravery and calm. You set the pace for the counselling process and we walk along together. Using a combination of Emotionally-Focused, narrative, mindfulness and sex positive approaches, I support enhanced resiliency and practical change.
(343) 307-5786 View (343) 307-5786
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Elizabeth Robinson
Registered Psychotherapist, BaH, MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hey, Hi, Hello! My name is Elizabeth, I am Trauma & Spiritually-Informed Therapist. I use elemental wisdom to guide clients on their healing journey. It's my belief that the more we become in tune with our Psyche, Body, & Soul, the more harmony we can find when facing our Trauma, Grief, Pain, & Suffering. Honouring your celestial connection to the Universe will create acceptance in life & acceptance is our key to emotional freedom, I promise it is not giving up! In my therapy room, you will experience an authentic therapeutic relationship that provides the security & trust it takes to integrate your wounds into your core self.
Hey, Hi, Hello! My name is Elizabeth, I am Trauma & Spiritually-Informed Therapist. I use elemental wisdom to guide clients on their healing journey. It's my belief that the more we become in tune with our Psyche, Body, & Soul, the more harmony we can find when facing our Trauma, Grief, Pain, & Suffering. Honouring your celestial connection to the Universe will create acceptance in life & acceptance is our key to emotional freedom, I promise it is not giving up! In my therapy room, you will experience an authentic therapeutic relationship that provides the security & trust it takes to integrate your wounds into your core self.
(705) 410-1238 View (705) 410-1238
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While on the Journey with Karen Fox
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, , CSCP, RP
Verified Verified
Specialties include: - Adults, Geriatrics - Grief and Loss - Perinatal issues - Anxiety - Life Transitions -Separation & Divorce -Spirituality - Pet Grief.
Life is a journey: it has a beginning; it has an end. The journey between these two points can take us on many different paths. The path we travel is uniquely our own. No other person encounters the world quite the way we do. The most important aspect of our lives is the journey within, one which is often overlooked until a time of crisis and deep, personal pain, or when one is driven by personal circumstances to become introspective and evaluate their lives.
Specialties include: - Adults, Geriatrics - Grief and Loss - Perinatal issues - Anxiety - Life Transitions -Separation & Divorce -Spirituality - Pet Grief.
Life is a journey: it has a beginning; it has an end. The journey between these two points can take us on many different paths. The path we travel is uniquely our own. No other person encounters the world quite the way we do. The most important aspect of our lives is the journey within, one which is often overlooked until a time of crisis and deep, personal pain, or when one is driven by personal circumstances to become introspective and evaluate their lives.
(289) 210-7298 View (289) 210-7298
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Rina Reddy
Registered Psychotherapist, CCC, MACP, MA, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
It could be guiding you through the art of setting boundaries, navigating a tough loss, or shaking off patterns that have been holding you back.
Do you ever feel like you're losing connection with yourself and the people around you? Are your own needs constantly taking a backseat on your never-ending to-do list? Do you wonder if there's more to life, a deeper sense of happiness that seems elusive? In today's fast-paced world, it's no surprise that many of us are grappling with heightened levels of anxiety, feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate relationships, careers, and the overall chaos of life. Maybe you've been pushing aside your own needs, neglecting that essential "me time," and it's starting to take a toll on your well-being.
It could be guiding you through the art of setting boundaries, navigating a tough loss, or shaking off patterns that have been holding you back.
Do you ever feel like you're losing connection with yourself and the people around you? Are your own needs constantly taking a backseat on your never-ending to-do list? Do you wonder if there's more to life, a deeper sense of happiness that seems elusive? In today's fast-paced world, it's no surprise that many of us are grappling with heightened levels of anxiety, feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate relationships, careers, and the overall chaos of life. Maybe you've been pushing aside your own needs, neglecting that essential "me time," and it's starting to take a toll on your well-being.
(226) 756-0046 View (226) 756-0046
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Cathy O'Toole
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
As a Registered Social Worker for 30 years, I have extensive experience working with people struggling with a wide range of concerns including relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief.
Are you struggling with life's challenges? Do you feel stuck, repeating the same, problematic patterns of behaviour over and over? Seeking help is an act of courage and a step towards understanding yourself and what is troubling you. Together, we will use the collaborative process of therapy to 'unpack' the problems contributing to your distress, and provide relief.
As a Registered Social Worker for 30 years, I have extensive experience working with people struggling with a wide range of concerns including relationships, life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief.
Are you struggling with life's challenges? Do you feel stuck, repeating the same, problematic patterns of behaviour over and over? Seeking help is an act of courage and a step towards understanding yourself and what is troubling you. Together, we will use the collaborative process of therapy to 'unpack' the problems contributing to your distress, and provide relief.
(647) 370-8436 View (647) 370-8436
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Victoria Mlynko
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I have extensive experience supporting people in their careers, particularly when dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and grief.
Too often, we suffer alone with stress, anxiety, strained relationships, compulsive behaviour, depression, loneliness and a host of other issues. While it can be so easy to feel isolated with these problems, talking to an objective, trained, support person can build hope and create a path towards improvement. I integrate therapeutic modalities in my work; I prioritize a strong client-therapist relationship, focus on client goals and offer a variety of practical resources, tools and techniques.
I have extensive experience supporting people in their careers, particularly when dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and grief.
Too often, we suffer alone with stress, anxiety, strained relationships, compulsive behaviour, depression, loneliness and a host of other issues. While it can be so easy to feel isolated with these problems, talking to an objective, trained, support person can build hope and create a path towards improvement. I integrate therapeutic modalities in my work; I prioritize a strong client-therapist relationship, focus on client goals and offer a variety of practical resources, tools and techniques.
(647) 931-9372 View (647) 931-9372
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Haley Chambers
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, , RP (Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W  (Online Only)
Haley is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a member in good standing of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CPRO). She is passionate about supporting adults and adolescents navigating an array of mental health challenges including anxiety, stress management, interpersonal relationship issues, cultural assimilation, grief, and low self-esteem. Haley has an overarching aim: To help her clients move forward toward a healthier, self-actualizing, future while offering a compassionate and evidence-based approach during their mental health journey.
Haley is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a member in good standing of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CPRO). She is passionate about supporting adults and adolescents navigating an array of mental health challenges including anxiety, stress management, interpersonal relationship issues, cultural assimilation, grief, and low self-esteem. Haley has an overarching aim: To help her clients move forward toward a healthier, self-actualizing, future while offering a compassionate and evidence-based approach during their mental health journey.
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Adrienne Pringle
Registered Psychotherapist, MMT, RP, MTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
I have special interest and many years of experience in supporting individuals with a new medical diagnosis, chronic or advanced illness, terminal illness and bereavement support.
CHM Therapy and Beyond the Studio offer a range of psychotherapeutic services, specializing in individual therapy for young children, teens, adults, and seniors. I entered this profession because I want to help people live better lives. My goal is to build your tools, strategies and inner resources to help you to quickly resume optimal life balance and conclude your time in therapy. I want you to experience progress and positive results from the time that we spend working together. My intention is to create a safe and comfortable environment that is positive and open, without judgment, following your lead.
I have special interest and many years of experience in supporting individuals with a new medical diagnosis, chronic or advanced illness, terminal illness and bereavement support.
CHM Therapy and Beyond the Studio offer a range of psychotherapeutic services, specializing in individual therapy for young children, teens, adults, and seniors. I entered this profession because I want to help people live better lives. My goal is to build your tools, strategies and inner resources to help you to quickly resume optimal life balance and conclude your time in therapy. I want you to experience progress and positive results from the time that we spend working together. My intention is to create a safe and comfortable environment that is positive and open, without judgment, following your lead.
(365) 800-5660 View (365) 800-5660
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Monica Carroccetto
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I am here to support you with challenges surrounding anxiety, depression, self-esteem, academic/workplace stress, relationship conflict, and grief. I take a deep interest in supporting young adults and adults through stressful life transitions (academic, relationships, career) and enjoy collaborating with individuals that are experiencing challenges related to perfectionism, stress management, grief, anxiety, and depression. I support individuals in gaining internal confidence and developing coping skills for daily stressors while enhancing relationships with themselves and others.
Hi! I am here to support you with challenges surrounding anxiety, depression, self-esteem, academic/workplace stress, relationship conflict, and grief. I take a deep interest in supporting young adults and adults through stressful life transitions (academic, relationships, career) and enjoy collaborating with individuals that are experiencing challenges related to perfectionism, stress management, grief, anxiety, and depression. I support individuals in gaining internal confidence and developing coping skills for daily stressors while enhancing relationships with themselves and others.
(289) 276-8238 View (289) 276-8238
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Nichole Henderson (Formerly Anderson)
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, SSW, MACP
Verified Verified
My areas of specialty are Trauma, ADHD (in adults), Women's mental health around reproductive stories (including menopause) & Pregnancy or Infant loss (due to termination, miscarriage or postnatal loss).
I'm glad you're here, taking the first brave steps towards healing. I know it can be overwhelming at the beginning. But if you'll let me I'd really like to join you on your journey to feeling better about your life. My style is eclectic (using several methods) because I believe therapy should be tailored for every individual. I want to make your healing & self discover experience all about you, not a system. You're in charge of how fast we go, where we go & when you need to rest. I simply journey beside you as a trusted source of perspective & insight. Helping to reframe or see an issue from a different view point.
My areas of specialty are Trauma, ADHD (in adults), Women's mental health around reproductive stories (including menopause) & Pregnancy or Infant loss (due to termination, miscarriage or postnatal loss).
I'm glad you're here, taking the first brave steps towards healing. I know it can be overwhelming at the beginning. But if you'll let me I'd really like to join you on your journey to feeling better about your life. My style is eclectic (using several methods) because I believe therapy should be tailored for every individual. I want to make your healing & self discover experience all about you, not a system. You're in charge of how fast we go, where we go & when you need to rest. I simply journey beside you as a trusted source of perspective & insight. Helping to reframe or see an issue from a different view point.
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La'Tarra Tynes
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, CCC, MHT, MFT
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L4W  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am fully trained to address concerns with anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief , mood disorders, OCD, relationship distress/marital discord, self-confidence, career issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, ADD/ADHD, somatic health issues, general life transitions and much more.
With over 13 years of experience - I offer individual, couples/marriage and family therapy. Through understanding, I offer an authentic and warm environment for support and compassion. I believe it is very important to foster a safe space for both acceptance and change, therefore, integrating your worldview is a vital part of the process. I work from a client-centered, strength based perspective by listening attentively to fully understand your issue, so that through collaboration we can identify solutions in a way that is empowering.
I am fully trained to address concerns with anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief , mood disorders, OCD, relationship distress/marital discord, self-confidence, career issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, ADD/ADHD, somatic health issues, general life transitions and much more.
With over 13 years of experience - I offer individual, couples/marriage and family therapy. Through understanding, I offer an authentic and warm environment for support and compassion. I believe it is very important to foster a safe space for both acceptance and change, therefore, integrating your worldview is a vital part of the process. I work from a client-centered, strength based perspective by listening attentively to fully understand your issue, so that through collaboration we can identify solutions in a way that is empowering.
(289) 805-6183 View (289) 805-6183
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Moustafa A Hassan
Counsellor, BSc, MSc, MBA
Verified Verified
Emotions is a source of information and self-recognition, it gives meaning to our experiences, it helps us to protect/secure ourselves, and it enhances our motivation. Working together towards your emotional intelligence would help you to overcome emotional traumas & blockages while amplifying your focus, having goal oriented actions and support you to have passionate growth and happy life. Our professional services include; - Emotional Intelligence - Anxiety & Stress Therapy - Grief & Loss Counselling - Relationship Counselling - Couple Counselling - Family Therapy - Life Coaching - Career Counselling - Attention & Concentration.
Emotions is a source of information and self-recognition, it gives meaning to our experiences, it helps us to protect/secure ourselves, and it enhances our motivation. Working together towards your emotional intelligence would help you to overcome emotional traumas & blockages while amplifying your focus, having goal oriented actions and support you to have passionate growth and happy life. Our professional services include; - Emotional Intelligence - Anxiety & Stress Therapy - Grief & Loss Counselling - Relationship Counselling - Couple Counselling - Family Therapy - Life Coaching - Career Counselling - Attention & Concentration.
(289) 216-6970 View (289) 216-6970
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Dr. Connie Wong
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
All of us have points in our lives when we could use some extra support and guidance. I'm a registered psychologist with over 22 years of clinical experience – offering individual therapy, couples therapy, and personal coaching. I have worked in a number of settings including hospitals, community clinics, and universities. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help clients address issues such as stress, general anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low self-esteem, insomnia, trauma, grief, OCD, ADHD, career exploration, and relationship difficulties.
All of us have points in our lives when we could use some extra support and guidance. I'm a registered psychologist with over 22 years of clinical experience – offering individual therapy, couples therapy, and personal coaching. I have worked in a number of settings including hospitals, community clinics, and universities. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help clients address issues such as stress, general anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, depression, low self-esteem, insomnia, trauma, grief, OCD, ADHD, career exploration, and relationship difficulties.
(437) 800-0191 View (437) 800-0191
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Tekesha Harvey
Registered Social Worker, HBSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L4W  (Online Only)
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may find that you’re simply going through the motions, questioning whether you'll ever be able to feel peace and joy, or wondering whether your relationships will ever become healthy and fulfilling. I’m here to help. As a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing difficulty with: relationships, healthy-communication, codependency, self-esteem concerns, self-worth, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, self-acceptance, life transitions, and parenting.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may find that you’re simply going through the motions, questioning whether you'll ever be able to feel peace and joy, or wondering whether your relationships will ever become healthy and fulfilling. I’m here to help. As a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing difficulty with: relationships, healthy-communication, codependency, self-esteem concerns, self-worth, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, self-acceptance, life transitions, and parenting.
(437) 747-7614 View (437) 747-7614
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Sevgim Kiper
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and/ or shame, I am honored to be part of your journey. Regardless of the issue, I value compassion and understanding clients through their own experience, and walking alongside them through their journey while providing clarity and insight.
Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and/ or shame, I am honored to be part of your journey. Regardless of the issue, I value compassion and understanding clients through their own experience, and walking alongside them through their journey while providing clarity and insight.
(289) 272-2557 View (289) 272-2557
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Dan Bloch
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, MBA, BSc, OAMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serene Living provides therapeutic services to adults, couples and families across Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, and Oakville. Dan sees clients for a variety of reasons including divorce, relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma/PTSD, life changes, etc.
Serene Living provides therapeutic services to adults, couples and families across Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, and Oakville. Dan sees clients for a variety of reasons including divorce, relationships, grief, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma/PTSD, life changes, etc.
(289) 806-5575 View (289) 806-5575
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Burlington Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RSW
Verified Verified
No WAIT List! Do you feel like you are struggling, been treading water, floundering for the last few months, maybe even years? Have big life transitions- illness, career, marriage, divorce, care-giving, or just moving from one stage of life to another keep you up at night thinking about the worst case scenario? Do you drag yourself out of bed each day feeling like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, and trying to figure out how you are going to do it all, and do it right? Do you ‘should’ yourself until your brain buzzes with an unending list of things that you aren’t doing and think you 'should' be.
No WAIT List! Do you feel like you are struggling, been treading water, floundering for the last few months, maybe even years? Have big life transitions- illness, career, marriage, divorce, care-giving, or just moving from one stage of life to another keep you up at night thinking about the worst case scenario? Do you drag yourself out of bed each day feeling like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, and trying to figure out how you are going to do it all, and do it right? Do you ‘should’ yourself until your brain buzzes with an unending list of things that you aren’t doing and think you 'should' be.
(416) 816-5565 View (416) 816-5565
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Shani @ Hatch-Me Therapy
MS, BCBA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Sometimes all we need is a little guidance to help us combat darkness, move past hurdles, and restore our sense of 'self'. My goal as your therapist is to help you heal, while equipping you with skills that allow you to take on life's challenges, such as: bolstering communication, emotional regulation, and self-empowerment. We can work together to free your world from unwanted guests like anxiety and depression, while learning ways to invite self-love. In order to make transformative changes to your life, I incorporate evidence-based approaches including: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Behavioural Skills Training, and more!
Sometimes all we need is a little guidance to help us combat darkness, move past hurdles, and restore our sense of 'self'. My goal as your therapist is to help you heal, while equipping you with skills that allow you to take on life's challenges, such as: bolstering communication, emotional regulation, and self-empowerment. We can work together to free your world from unwanted guests like anxiety and depression, while learning ways to invite self-love. In order to make transformative changes to your life, I incorporate evidence-based approaches including: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Behavioural Skills Training, and more!
(289) 302-2595 View (289) 302-2595
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Khyati JOSHI
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
I believe every individual has the strength and resilience to cope with difficult situations. However, in times of difficulty, they need someone’s guidance to remind them who they are and what they are capable of. I am passionate about holistic wellness. The mind, body, and spirit, as well as mental well-being should be treated with grave importance. We continually make important decisions that will shape the way we live our lives; this pressure can take an enormous toll on our mental well-being. We can display that by stressing out or by developing unhealthy coping mechanisms. This is can be difficult to navigate.
I believe every individual has the strength and resilience to cope with difficult situations. However, in times of difficulty, they need someone’s guidance to remind them who they are and what they are capable of. I am passionate about holistic wellness. The mind, body, and spirit, as well as mental well-being should be treated with grave importance. We continually make important decisions that will shape the way we live our lives; this pressure can take an enormous toll on our mental well-being. We can display that by stressing out or by developing unhealthy coping mechanisms. This is can be difficult to navigate.
(289) 206-9969 View (289) 206-9969

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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.