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Milton Sattler Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London NW1
Eu sou um conselheiro psicológico e psicoterapeuta qualificado e experiente. Eu sou um membro registrado da Associação Britânica de Conselheiros e Psicoterapeutas (BACP). Ofereço aconselhamento psicodinâmico, Terapia de Comportamento Cognitivo (TCC) e uma terapia de Gênero Sexualidade e Relações Diversas (GSRD) ou a combinação delas adaptadas às necessidades dos clientes.
Eu sou um conselheiro psicológico e psicoterapeuta qualificado e experiente. Eu sou um membro registrado da Associação Britânica de Conselheiros e Psicoterapeutas (BACP). Ofereço aconselhamento psicodinâmico, Terapia de Comportamento Cognitivo (TCC) e uma terapia de Gênero Sexualidade e Relações Diversas (GSRD) ou a combinação delas adaptadas às necessidades dos clientes.
020 4538 5750 View 020 4538 5750
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Avenca Therapy - Giedre Dian
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Hailsham BN27  (Online Only)
With specialist training in bereavement, couple therapy and experience in complex trauma, besides anxiety, low self-esteem, i noticed that an integrative approach is optimal in terms of time and addressing issues.
Clinical lead and director at Avenca therapy, www.vencatherapy.com, working with clients which the mother tongue is Italian, Portuguese and or English. Addressing and facilitating a range of issues from low self-esteem, anxiety to complex trauma. Available online clinics out of hours, including Saturday and Sunday morning, addressing time of clients with a busy life. Working in an integrative way, facilitating the exploration of feelings using narrative and creativity in the process I have range of experience , writing articles for specialist magazines, teaching counselling and also in the educational setting, and couples.
With specialist training in bereavement, couple therapy and experience in complex trauma, besides anxiety, low self-esteem, i noticed that an integrative approach is optimal in terms of time and addressing issues.
Clinical lead and director at Avenca therapy, www.vencatherapy.com, working with clients which the mother tongue is Italian, Portuguese and or English. Addressing and facilitating a range of issues from low self-esteem, anxiety to complex trauma. Available online clinics out of hours, including Saturday and Sunday morning, addressing time of clients with a busy life. Working in an integrative way, facilitating the exploration of feelings using narrative and creativity in the process I have range of experience , writing articles for specialist magazines, teaching counselling and also in the educational setting, and couples.
01323 921146 View 01323 921146
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Jorge Salavisa
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Barnet EN5
Whatever you may be struggling with, my aim is to help you understand and overcome your struggles, while supporting you in finding your way to a happier and more enriching life. In my practice I work with clients on a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, low-mood, relationship challenges and family difficulties, low self-esteem, loss, trauma and others. I am a firm believer that counselling is a collaborative process we embark upon together and I offer a genuine commitment to it. I deeply value the relationship I develop with my clients and I believe it to be a key part of the success of the therapeutic process.
Whatever you may be struggling with, my aim is to help you understand and overcome your struggles, while supporting you in finding your way to a happier and more enriching life. In my practice I work with clients on a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, low-mood, relationship challenges and family difficulties, low self-esteem, loss, trauma and others. I am a firm believer that counselling is a collaborative process we embark upon together and I offer a genuine commitment to it. I deeply value the relationship I develop with my clients and I believe it to be a key part of the success of the therapeutic process.
020 3002 6673 View 020 3002 6673
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Jose Veiga
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London WC1X
Thank you for visiting my page. I am a registered psychotherapeutic counsellor. I support individuals with their general wellbeing, with particular areas of anxiety and stress, either on a short or long term basis. My main interests and expertise are helping people through significant change, connecting people with their feelings. Counselling can involve different types of loss. I have worked with bereavement, working with depression, abuse (sexual, physical, emotional and financial) anxiety and stress. I see clients face to face in WC1X, E17 and NW5, as well as over Zoom
Thank you for visiting my page. I am a registered psychotherapeutic counsellor. I support individuals with their general wellbeing, with particular areas of anxiety and stress, either on a short or long term basis. My main interests and expertise are helping people through significant change, connecting people with their feelings. Counselling can involve different types of loss. I have worked with bereavement, working with depression, abuse (sexual, physical, emotional and financial) anxiety and stress. I see clients face to face in WC1X, E17 and NW5, as well as over Zoom
020 3958 4119 View 020 3958 4119
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Frederica M Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Salisbury SP1  (Online Only)
I have experience of working with clients with a wide variety of issues including depression, anger, anxiety, panic attacks, bereavement, loss, stress, low self esteem, self-harm, suicidal ideation and relationship issues. We all deal with emotional issues in our lives from time to time and it is when those issues become overwhelming and begin to get in the way of us living a fulfilling life, that it might be the right time to seek counselling. In my practice I offer a genuine, friendly and non-judgmental relationship with my clients.
I have experience of working with clients with a wide variety of issues including depression, anger, anxiety, panic attacks, bereavement, loss, stress, low self esteem, self-harm, suicidal ideation and relationship issues. We all deal with emotional issues in our lives from time to time and it is when those issues become overwhelming and begin to get in the way of us living a fulfilling life, that it might be the right time to seek counselling. In my practice I offer a genuine, friendly and non-judgmental relationship with my clients.
01722 448359 View 01722 448359
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Karina Godwin Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Epsom KT17  (Online Only)
Psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, grief, menopause, ageing, man's issues, sexual issues, cultural identity, relationships and family issues.
Know thyself is an ancient aphorism that encourages individuals to explore and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The phrase dates back to ancient Greece, where it was inscribed on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. At its core, know thyself is a call to introspection, self-awareness, and personal growth. It encourages you to look within, explore your thoughts and emotions, and gain insight into their motivations, values, and beliefs. By knowing yourself, you can better understand your strengths and weaknesses, make more informed choices, and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, grief, menopause, ageing, man's issues, sexual issues, cultural identity, relationships and family issues.
Know thyself is an ancient aphorism that encourages individuals to explore and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. The phrase dates back to ancient Greece, where it was inscribed on the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. At its core, know thyself is a call to introspection, self-awareness, and personal growth. It encourages you to look within, explore your thoughts and emotions, and gain insight into their motivations, values, and beliefs. By knowing yourself, you can better understand your strengths and weaknesses, make more informed choices, and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
020 4538 8026 View 020 4538 8026
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Ulisses Belucio
Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
Verified Verified
London SW12
Anxiety/Stress -Traumatic experiences -Work stress -Pressure to make life choices - Support through life changes -Depression/feeling stuck - solation/loneliness -Overwhelming feelings -Feeling lost/empty -Life events -Loss/bereavement -Adoption - Divorce -Identity - Exploring and embracing your individuation -Gender, Sexuality - Relationships -Others.
I am an experienced Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Counsellor with a private practice in South London. The Therapeutic process explores rooted problems and behavioural patterns repeated through life. It helps to expand awareness and self-knowledge so that you learn to recognise, understand and deal better with overwhelming feelings and thoughts. In my practice I offer a calm, safe and confidential setting where we work together in finding ways of making more sense of your life experiences and developing a greater capacity to embrace your own life history, life’s events, difficulties and opportunities.
Anxiety/Stress -Traumatic experiences -Work stress -Pressure to make life choices - Support through life changes -Depression/feeling stuck - solation/loneliness -Overwhelming feelings -Feeling lost/empty -Life events -Loss/bereavement -Adoption - Divorce -Identity - Exploring and embracing your individuation -Gender, Sexuality - Relationships -Others.
I am an experienced Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Counsellor with a private practice in South London. The Therapeutic process explores rooted problems and behavioural patterns repeated through life. It helps to expand awareness and self-knowledge so that you learn to recognise, understand and deal better with overwhelming feelings and thoughts. In my practice I offer a calm, safe and confidential setting where we work together in finding ways of making more sense of your life experiences and developing a greater capacity to embrace your own life history, life’s events, difficulties and opportunities.
020 4538 0152 View 020 4538 0152
Photo of Michael Bloomfield, Psychiatrist in Brockenhurst, England
Michael Bloomfield
Psychiatrist, PhD
Verified Verified
London WC1N
Dr Bloomfield can help across a range of mental health problems including: Feeling low, problems sleeping, feeling very worried, feeling nervous around other people, having unwanted thoughts or images, doing things a particular way or over and over again until it “feels right”, panic attacks, being scared and avoiding certain situations, hearing voices, feeling like someone or something is trying to harm you, unwanted memories or bad dreams after a sad or bad event, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, or relationship problems including problems forming and maintaining stable relationships with other people.
Dr Bloomfield can help across a range of mental health problems including: Feeling low, problems sleeping, feeling very worried, feeling nervous around other people, having unwanted thoughts or images, doing things a particular way or over and over again until it “feels right”, panic attacks, being scared and avoiding certain situations, hearing voices, feeling like someone or something is trying to harm you, unwanted memories or bad dreams after a sad or bad event, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, or relationship problems including problems forming and maintaining stable relationships with other people.
020 4538 0554 View 020 4538 0554
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London Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London W5
Our professionally accredited team of counsellors and psychotherapists have a variety of specialities, including working with, LGBT+ issues, trauma, identity, sexual issues, anxiety, depression, confidence and self-esteem issues, self-harm / suicidal thoughts, bereavement, anger issues and many more.
Our modern world has become a very tough place for many people. With the Covid-19 pandemic, uncertainty and fear around the Ukraine war, the cost of living crisis and numerous other personal struggles have left many people battling with their mental health and well being. But how has it affected you? Here at West London Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Services, we have a highly experienced team of therapists who are here to help you through whatever you're struggling with. Your wellbeing and happiness will always be our number one priority.
Our professionally accredited team of counsellors and psychotherapists have a variety of specialities, including working with, LGBT+ issues, trauma, identity, sexual issues, anxiety, depression, confidence and self-esteem issues, self-harm / suicidal thoughts, bereavement, anger issues and many more.
Our modern world has become a very tough place for many people. With the Covid-19 pandemic, uncertainty and fear around the Ukraine war, the cost of living crisis and numerous other personal struggles have left many people battling with their mental health and well being. But how has it affected you? Here at West London Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Services, we have a highly experienced team of therapists who are here to help you through whatever you're struggling with. Your wellbeing and happiness will always be our number one priority.
01895 547540 View 01895 547540
Photo of Anders Carvalho, Counsellor in Brockenhurst, England
Anders Carvalho
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London E17
Life may feel difficult and pointless, or perhaps, you are experiencing profound loss of a loved one or of a relationship. Maybe you are struggling with depression and anxiety, loss of motivation and sense of meaninglessness. Life, by its very essence, is intertwined with pain, but suffering is a choice we make in how we respond to the pain. Our interpretation and response to these experiences fall under our control, and we possess the power to decide how to navigate through adversity - choosing whether we allow it to define us.
Life may feel difficult and pointless, or perhaps, you are experiencing profound loss of a loved one or of a relationship. Maybe you are struggling with depression and anxiety, loss of motivation and sense of meaninglessness. Life, by its very essence, is intertwined with pain, but suffering is a choice we make in how we respond to the pain. Our interpretation and response to these experiences fall under our control, and we possess the power to decide how to navigate through adversity - choosing whether we allow it to define us.
020 3835 3795 View 020 3835 3795
Photo of Livia M Pontes, Psychologist in Brockenhurst, England
Livia M Pontes
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK15
I am a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist who offers cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), neuropsychological assessments, medico-legal assessments and I also work as an expert witness for the courts. I am passionate about helping my clients through their recovery journeys. I have a holistic approach to treatment, taking into consideration emotional, biological, social and cultural factors that impact a person’s mental health. Treatment is tailored to meet each clients’ unique goals. I have experience of working with children (from about 6 yrs old) up to any age in adulthood.
I am a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist who offers cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), neuropsychological assessments, medico-legal assessments and I also work as an expert witness for the courts. I am passionate about helping my clients through their recovery journeys. I have a holistic approach to treatment, taking into consideration emotional, biological, social and cultural factors that impact a person’s mental health. Treatment is tailored to meet each clients’ unique goals. I have experience of working with children (from about 6 yrs old) up to any age in adulthood.
01908 015440 View 01908 015440
Photo of Zoé Eisenstein, Counsellor in Brockenhurst, England
Zoé Eisenstein
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London E5
Exploring your thoughts and feelings with a counsellor can help you to live a freer, happier life. It can open up new ways of looking at and dealing with crises, challenges or problems you may be facing. I have experience of working with clients from diverse backgrounds and I believe identity is fundamental to how we see – and are seen by – the world. I am queer-positive, and affirming of all gender identities and sexual preferences. I am a bilingual English/French speaker and also offer sessions in Portuguese.
Exploring your thoughts and feelings with a counsellor can help you to live a freer, happier life. It can open up new ways of looking at and dealing with crises, challenges or problems you may be facing. I have experience of working with clients from diverse backgrounds and I believe identity is fundamental to how we see – and are seen by – the world. I am queer-positive, and affirming of all gender identities and sexual preferences. I am a bilingual English/French speaker and also offer sessions in Portuguese.
020 4538 0228 View 020 4538 0228
Photo of Jaime Reininho, Psychotherapist in Brockenhurst, England
Jaime Reininho
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bristol BS8
Are you suffering with anxiety, panic, depression, stress? Having relationship problems? Struggling with low confidence or self-esteem? Are you angry, irritable, short-tempered, or generally unhappy? Is your mind full of negativity that just doesn't go away? Confused, lost, overwhelmed, unable to concentrate or make decisions? Perhaps you could benefit from professional help. Asking for help is sometimes hard to do - perhaps you see this as a sign of weakness or failure. Sometimes we can't solve everything on our own. It's OK to ask for help. Admitting you have a problem is a sign of strength.
Are you suffering with anxiety, panic, depression, stress? Having relationship problems? Struggling with low confidence or self-esteem? Are you angry, irritable, short-tempered, or generally unhappy? Is your mind full of negativity that just doesn't go away? Confused, lost, overwhelmed, unable to concentrate or make decisions? Perhaps you could benefit from professional help. Asking for help is sometimes hard to do - perhaps you see this as a sign of weakness or failure. Sometimes we can't solve everything on our own. It's OK to ask for help. Admitting you have a problem is a sign of strength.
0117 463 7121 View 0117 463 7121
Photo of Ivo Marques, Psychotherapist in Brockenhurst, England
Ivo Marques
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Bristol BS8
Are you looking to improve yourself and change your life? Are you seeking to shift the way you perceive yourself and develop healthier relationships with others? Do you want to boost your confidence, believe in yourself, and invest in things that benefit you? Are you often preoccupied with what other people think or say about you? Do you tend to overthink your responses during conversations? Do you exert significant effort to please others or feel compelled to attain perfection? Do you ever experience feelings of not belonging or believing you shouldn't exist? Are you facing challenging relationships with partners and parents?
Are you looking to improve yourself and change your life? Are you seeking to shift the way you perceive yourself and develop healthier relationships with others? Do you want to boost your confidence, believe in yourself, and invest in things that benefit you? Are you often preoccupied with what other people think or say about you? Do you tend to overthink your responses during conversations? Do you exert significant effort to please others or feel compelled to attain perfection? Do you ever experience feelings of not belonging or believing you shouldn't exist? Are you facing challenging relationships with partners and parents?
01235 425736 View 01235 425736
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Ramon Bennett Bsc Llm Sac Dip Dip
Verified Verified
London WC1X
I am a qualified holistic therapist, counsellor and a life and spiritual coach in London with over 10 years of experience. My academic and clinical experiences have provided me with the knowledge, confidence and experience to successfully work with various mental health issues. I am interested in people and I enjoy using my knowledge and experience to support change in limiting behaviours and thoughts. My degree in Human and Medical Sciences with Hons and my work with the NHS for over 7 years, had equipped me with the knowledge I need to provide patients with the support and interventions they need during counselling sessions.
I am a qualified holistic therapist, counsellor and a life and spiritual coach in London with over 10 years of experience. My academic and clinical experiences have provided me with the knowledge, confidence and experience to successfully work with various mental health issues. I am interested in people and I enjoy using my knowledge and experience to support change in limiting behaviours and thoughts. My degree in Human and Medical Sciences with Hons and my work with the NHS for over 7 years, had equipped me with the knowledge I need to provide patients with the support and interventions they need during counselling sessions.
020 8154 5308 View 020 8154 5308
Photo of Dr Sandra Couto, Psychologist in Brockenhurst, England
Dr Sandra Couto
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SW7
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life in general? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life in general? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
020 3195 4395 View 020 3195 4395
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Wanderley Santos
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
London WC1X
In some moments in our lives, we need professional help when we can’t deal with difficult feelings alone. In these situations, it doesn’t matter if you are not feeling ready to start therapy. The most important thing is to be with someone you feel comfortable enough to express your concerns and feelings.​ I am here to work with you regardless of your emotional difficulties. I specialise in working with various emotional issues as well as considering how various elements, such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, culture, nationality, disability, religion, age and others, can affect a person’s wellbeing.
In some moments in our lives, we need professional help when we can’t deal with difficult feelings alone. In these situations, it doesn’t matter if you are not feeling ready to start therapy. The most important thing is to be with someone you feel comfortable enough to express your concerns and feelings.​ I am here to work with you regardless of your emotional difficulties. I specialise in working with various emotional issues as well as considering how various elements, such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, culture, nationality, disability, religion, age and others, can affect a person’s wellbeing.
020 8103 8586 View 020 8103 8586
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Children & Adults Therapy Services Practice
PsychD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London W1U
Hello there! We hear that you are looking for a suitable therapist…someone with compassion, understanding, experience, and insight into the difficulties that you may be looking to overcome. Therapy is personal, and all of our needs are different. This is why our practice offers a range of approaches to therapy; low-fee, short-term/long-term therapy, online/in-person therapy, and psychology assessments we can help! Our practitioners are trained in multiple modalities, including CBT, EMDR, trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapy, ADHD/ ASC assessments etc. Please note: not all of our therapists are registered with insurance providers.
Hello there! We hear that you are looking for a suitable therapist…someone with compassion, understanding, experience, and insight into the difficulties that you may be looking to overcome. Therapy is personal, and all of our needs are different. This is why our practice offers a range of approaches to therapy; low-fee, short-term/long-term therapy, online/in-person therapy, and psychology assessments we can help! Our practitioners are trained in multiple modalities, including CBT, EMDR, trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapy, ADHD/ ASC assessments etc. Please note: not all of our therapists are registered with insurance providers.
020 3984 9116 View 020 3984 9116
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Sandro @ Crystal Layers Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, COSRT General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London WC1N
I am a Clinical Sexologist and Couples therapist, with the aim of supporting YOU!. Promoting sex positive values when working with all aspects of Psychosexual therapy (Female and Male) . I work with a pluralistic approach rather than a model specific approach; therefore integrating valuable and practical theories, techniques and interventions. 'SEX - Almost everyone does it, but no one wants to talk about it', SHAME and GUILT are strong reasons, who to trust? who would understand? - Sexologists are here to help you to remove that heavy burden and dark layers.
I am a Clinical Sexologist and Couples therapist, with the aim of supporting YOU!. Promoting sex positive values when working with all aspects of Psychosexual therapy (Female and Male) . I work with a pluralistic approach rather than a model specific approach; therefore integrating valuable and practical theories, techniques and interventions. 'SEX - Almost everyone does it, but no one wants to talk about it', SHAME and GUILT are strong reasons, who to trust? who would understand? - Sexologists are here to help you to remove that heavy burden and dark layers.
020 3597 6732 View 020 3597 6732
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Pedro Magalhães Lino
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE10
I am a Person Centred Therapist registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have extensive experience working with under-represented communities and helping people understanding their behaviours. My counselling journey started a decade ago, not as a qualified counsellor, but as a client. By offering a judgment free space and the opportunity to be vulnerable, my therapist supported me on my journey of self-acceptance. It is on that connection between counsellor and client that I base my work. In my humanistic approach to therapy I believe that my clients are the experts of themselves.
I am a Person Centred Therapist registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have extensive experience working with under-represented communities and helping people understanding their behaviours. My counselling journey started a decade ago, not as a qualified counsellor, but as a client. By offering a judgment free space and the opportunity to be vulnerable, my therapist supported me on my journey of self-acceptance. It is on that connection between counsellor and client that I base my work. In my humanistic approach to therapy I believe that my clients are the experts of themselves.
020 3322 6033 View 020 3322 6033
Bereavement 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.