Grief Therapists in Palm Harbor, FL

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Erica Jayne Dahlquist
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, NLP, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34684  (Online Only)
Specialties include: Recovery from sexual trauma, domestic violence and abuse, addictions, and 12-Step work; chronic pain, illness, cancer recovery; anxiety, depressive disorders; pregnancy and post-partum care; grief and loss work; sexuality and gender identity; working with children and families with application of the expressive art therapies.
Welcome! You've taken the first brave step by seeking out a therapist! I love collaborating with clients to facilitate mind-body-spirit work in order to help them experience a more holistic, creative, and joyful life! I enjoy teaching a new perspective that creates an empowered state of mind that leads to change. I offer a unique blend of services from my diverse professional background. I am passionate about helping empower clients and corporate businesses to lead their best lives. I can bring Mental Wellness Seminars to your next corporate event.
Specialties include: Recovery from sexual trauma, domestic violence and abuse, addictions, and 12-Step work; chronic pain, illness, cancer recovery; anxiety, depressive disorders; pregnancy and post-partum care; grief and loss work; sexuality and gender identity; working with children and families with application of the expressive art therapies.
Welcome! You've taken the first brave step by seeking out a therapist! I love collaborating with clients to facilitate mind-body-spirit work in order to help them experience a more holistic, creative, and joyful life! I enjoy teaching a new perspective that creates an empowered state of mind that leads to change. I offer a unique blend of services from my diverse professional background. I am passionate about helping empower clients and corporate businesses to lead their best lives. I can bring Mental Wellness Seminars to your next corporate event.
(727) 487-1461 View (727) 487-1461
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Eva McKee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Eva McKee is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 20 years of experience, assisting people experiencing coping difficulties and stress related to life transitions. This includes, but is not limited to relationship difficulties, work-life balance issues, adjustment issues related to the challenges of chronic, and life-threatening medical issues, caregiver burnout, as well as grief and loss issues. Eva treats patients 18 and older, utilizing client centered, reality therapy, and strength-based approaches.
Eva McKee is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 20 years of experience, assisting people experiencing coping difficulties and stress related to life transitions. This includes, but is not limited to relationship difficulties, work-life balance issues, adjustment issues related to the challenges of chronic, and life-threatening medical issues, caregiver burnout, as well as grief and loss issues. Eva treats patients 18 and older, utilizing client centered, reality therapy, and strength-based approaches.
(727) 353-0573 View (727) 353-0573
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Cathy C Hart
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Cathy focuses on helping individuals with anxiety, grief, codependency, and life transitions.
For more than 16 years, Cathy has served people in Pinellas County, FL by providing a safe, compassionate space for therapy. The role of a counselor is “one who walks alongside and listens.” Cathy will walk alongside you on a healing journey. Prior to becoming a therapist, she was a teacher for 20 years. She received her Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Amridge University.
Cathy focuses on helping individuals with anxiety, grief, codependency, and life transitions.
For more than 16 years, Cathy has served people in Pinellas County, FL by providing a safe, compassionate space for therapy. The role of a counselor is “one who walks alongside and listens.” Cathy will walk alongside you on a healing journey. Prior to becoming a therapist, she was a teacher for 20 years. She received her Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Amridge University.
(727) 761-6650 View (727) 761-6650
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Julie Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP, TEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
My specialites are: Trauma & PTSD; Teens (13+) ; Women's Issues; Grief/Loss.
It's time to feel better! I can help. When you don't know what to do next... you don't have to figure it out ALONE. Don't give up! www.journeyintowellnesscounseling.com
My specialites are: Trauma & PTSD; Teens (13+) ; Women's Issues; Grief/Loss.
It's time to feel better! I can help. When you don't know what to do next... you don't have to figure it out ALONE. Don't give up! www.journeyintowellnesscounseling.com
(727) 334-7033 View (727) 334-7033
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Anna Hahn Weaver
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MT-BC, CDWF
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34683  (Online Only)
Struggling with emotional or developmental challenges? Pandemic Fatigue, Front-Line Decision-Making Fatigue? Dementia, grief or other concerns? There is HOPE.
Are you seeking compassionate and empowering help to maintain your overall mental wellness? How can I help? My approach is multi-faceted. I am a Traditional Psychotherapist & Board-Certified Music Therapist. Counseling sessions are tailored to meet the exact needs of my clients using approaches that are most comfortable for them. Specialties include anxiety, trauma, grief, wellness & COVID AfterCare. I provide a 'comfort zone' that enhances your life's natural balance and rhythm through Traditional or Eclectic Models of Psychotherapy, Music Therapy, Creative Arts, and Certified Facilitation of Dr. Brené Brown's research & books.
Struggling with emotional or developmental challenges? Pandemic Fatigue, Front-Line Decision-Making Fatigue? Dementia, grief or other concerns? There is HOPE.
Are you seeking compassionate and empowering help to maintain your overall mental wellness? How can I help? My approach is multi-faceted. I am a Traditional Psychotherapist & Board-Certified Music Therapist. Counseling sessions are tailored to meet the exact needs of my clients using approaches that are most comfortable for them. Specialties include anxiety, trauma, grief, wellness & COVID AfterCare. I provide a 'comfort zone' that enhances your life's natural balance and rhythm through Traditional or Eclectic Models of Psychotherapy, Music Therapy, Creative Arts, and Certified Facilitation of Dr. Brené Brown's research & books.
(727) 328-4738 View (727) 328-4738
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Kelli Everton
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34685
I specialize in the adult treatment (18 and up) of grief/loss, as well as Christian Counseling for those that request it.
Everyone goes through difficulties in life that cause intense emotional pain. Perhaps you're feeling utterly torn apart through the hardships that life brings and want a safe space of healing. One of the most difficult tragedies is losing someone you love.
I specialize in the adult treatment (18 and up) of grief/loss, as well as Christian Counseling for those that request it.
Everyone goes through difficulties in life that cause intense emotional pain. Perhaps you're feeling utterly torn apart through the hardships that life brings and want a safe space of healing. One of the most difficult tragedies is losing someone you love.
(727) 273-7488 View (727) 273-7488
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Bianca Massi
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34684  (Online Only)
As a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience, I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and families, creating a safe and empowering environment that fosters healing and growth. My areas of expertise include treating addiction, trauma, PTSD, physical and sexual abuse, family violence, depression, anxiety, and helping individuals navigate life transitions and grief and loss.
As a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience, I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and families, creating a safe and empowering environment that fosters healing and growth. My areas of expertise include treating addiction, trauma, PTSD, physical and sexual abuse, family violence, depression, anxiety, and helping individuals navigate life transitions and grief and loss.
(347) 508-9157 View (347) 508-9157
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Elizabeth Lewerke
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
My experience includes counseling inmates; diagnosis of co-occurring disorders; substance abuse/addiction; trauma; self-esteem; grief/loss; depression; anxiety; mood disorders; personality disorders; marital and family issues and working with at risk youth aged infancy to 17.
Eclectic in my approach as there is no one theory fits all, I focus on client strengths and working toward solutions to overcoming barriers. Whatever is hindering your ability to move forward we will work through it and together find success in conquering weaknesses, adversity, working through grief and increasing self esteem to become your best self. We all have the ability to find happiness and to live our best life. I enjoy working with all ages children through adults. I particularly enjoy with working couples as well. In addition, I am Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) trained and a certified Yoga Instructor.
My experience includes counseling inmates; diagnosis of co-occurring disorders; substance abuse/addiction; trauma; self-esteem; grief/loss; depression; anxiety; mood disorders; personality disorders; marital and family issues and working with at risk youth aged infancy to 17.
Eclectic in my approach as there is no one theory fits all, I focus on client strengths and working toward solutions to overcoming barriers. Whatever is hindering your ability to move forward we will work through it and together find success in conquering weaknesses, adversity, working through grief and increasing self esteem to become your best self. We all have the ability to find happiness and to live our best life. I enjoy working with all ages children through adults. I particularly enjoy with working couples as well. In addition, I am Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) trained and a certified Yoga Instructor.
(727) 477-9249 View (727) 477-9249
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Joanmarie Nolan-Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34685  (Online Only)
I specialize in those presenting with symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Low Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, and those experiencing a Spiritual, Existential or Life Crisis.
Therapy is not for the faint of heart. Being open, honest and vulnerable is not easy - but with it - comes the insight, capacity and motivation to learn from our past and present patterns and decide if we want to do things differently. I believe each of us is capable of great things limited only by our own thoughts, feelings, beliefs and behaviors - all of which are within our control and power to change. By working through old programming, limiting beliefs and making the unconscious conscious, the world is your oyster. Are you ready to love your life? Come work with me. The best is yet to be!
I specialize in those presenting with symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Low Self-Esteem, Relationship Issues, and those experiencing a Spiritual, Existential or Life Crisis.
Therapy is not for the faint of heart. Being open, honest and vulnerable is not easy - but with it - comes the insight, capacity and motivation to learn from our past and present patterns and decide if we want to do things differently. I believe each of us is capable of great things limited only by our own thoughts, feelings, beliefs and behaviors - all of which are within our control and power to change. By working through old programming, limiting beliefs and making the unconscious conscious, the world is your oyster. Are you ready to love your life? Come work with me. The best is yet to be!
(727) 594-6063 View (727) 594-6063
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Cheryl Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Are you struggling with depression/anxiety, loneliness, divorce, abuse, miscarriage/infertility, grief, rejection, fear, self-destruction, isolation, lack of focus, lack of direction, etc? Many of our troubling thoughts and feelings come from beliefs we developed early on from difficult and painful experiences that went unprocessed. I can help you identify what is holding you back, where these beliefs came from, and how to heal so you can grow, engage and thrive! Want to feel better, but don’t know how to get there? I use assessment tools to help determine where you are struggling, & track progress along the way.
Are you struggling with depression/anxiety, loneliness, divorce, abuse, miscarriage/infertility, grief, rejection, fear, self-destruction, isolation, lack of focus, lack of direction, etc? Many of our troubling thoughts and feelings come from beliefs we developed early on from difficult and painful experiences that went unprocessed. I can help you identify what is holding you back, where these beliefs came from, and how to heal so you can grow, engage and thrive! Want to feel better, but don’t know how to get there? I use assessment tools to help determine where you are struggling, & track progress along the way.
(727) 513-2806 View (727) 513-2806
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Robert Lindsey Arnold
Counselor, EdD, MA, BCPC, CACP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
I focus on helping children, teens and adults heal through loss and change and maximize their potential with a focus on grief and bereavement, traumatic loss, stress management, ADHD, academic performance, behavior management strategies, Social Skills Training, anger management, substance abuse and bullying. My goal is to support total health and wellness in the patients I serve.
I focus on helping children, teens and adults heal through loss and change and maximize their potential with a focus on grief and bereavement, traumatic loss, stress management, ADHD, academic performance, behavior management strategies, Social Skills Training, anger management, substance abuse and bullying. My goal is to support total health and wellness in the patients I serve.
(727) 287-5492 View (727) 287-5492
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Aria Davison
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed and at a loss with your child or young adult? Sometimes being a parent feels like an impossible task. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and young adults. I am passionate about helping children and teens heal, grow and change. I am also passionate about helping young adults navigate and transition from teen to an adult. As a parent, you may need support and guidance in your relationship with your child. I am committed to helping parents grow in their abilities to be strong and influential guides in their children’s lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and at a loss with your child or young adult? Sometimes being a parent feels like an impossible task. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and young adults. I am passionate about helping children and teens heal, grow and change. I am also passionate about helping young adults navigate and transition from teen to an adult. As a parent, you may need support and guidance in your relationship with your child. I am committed to helping parents grow in their abilities to be strong and influential guides in their children’s lives.
(727) 205-8166 View (727) 205-8166
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Nicole Kratimenos
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
My ideal client is someone that is ready to make changes. Whether you’re coping with a loss, dealing with anxiety or depression, struggling with addiction or have any other troubles, I am here to help you.
My ideal client is someone that is ready to make changes. Whether you’re coping with a loss, dealing with anxiety or depression, struggling with addiction or have any other troubles, I am here to help you.
(727) 472-4095 View (727) 472-4095
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Whitney Shadowens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship issues.
I believe therapy is for everyone and can be helpful in many situations including a life transition; exploration of self, relationships, and behavioral patterns; or figuring out how to make desired changes in your life. I provide a warm, person-centered, and strengths-based approach tailored to your individual needs. My aim as a therapist is to provide you a safe, nonjudgmental space to develop personal insight, understand how your experiences have shaped you, and increase your coping skills while empowering you to live a healthier, happier life.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship issues.
I believe therapy is for everyone and can be helpful in many situations including a life transition; exploration of self, relationships, and behavioral patterns; or figuring out how to make desired changes in your life. I provide a warm, person-centered, and strengths-based approach tailored to your individual needs. My aim as a therapist is to provide you a safe, nonjudgmental space to develop personal insight, understand how your experiences have shaped you, and increase your coping skills while empowering you to live a healthier, happier life.
(727) 513-2948 View (727) 513-2948
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Patrick Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Patrick has more than eight years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, having worked in many different settings with diverse populations. Patrick is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army, where he served multiple combat deployments. His areas of clinical expertise include: co-occurring disorders, trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, male sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addictions, anger management, crisis intervention, childhood issues, grief/loss, couples and families.
Patrick has more than eight years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, having worked in many different settings with diverse populations. Patrick is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army, where he served multiple combat deployments. His areas of clinical expertise include: co-occurring disorders, trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, male sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addictions, anger management, crisis intervention, childhood issues, grief/loss, couples and families.
(727) 240-2279 View (727) 240-2279
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Oceana Fuchs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
For 17 years I've facilitated the healing of people with low self-esteem, mood disorders, trauma, grief/loss, infertility, substance abuse, eating disorders, dating to divorce, breakups, parenting issues, conflict/relationship problems and more.
We will explore areas where you feel stuck, experience difficulty, or are contemplating change, with the goal of becoming more confident and whole. Issues I commonly work with include relationships, unresolved childhood wounds, mood issues, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress, abandonment/attachment wounds, parenthood, divorce, addiction, infertility stress, grief-loss. I'd love to help you tap into your inner wisdom and provide you the clinical support you deserve.
For 17 years I've facilitated the healing of people with low self-esteem, mood disorders, trauma, grief/loss, infertility, substance abuse, eating disorders, dating to divorce, breakups, parenting issues, conflict/relationship problems and more.
We will explore areas where you feel stuck, experience difficulty, or are contemplating change, with the goal of becoming more confident and whole. Issues I commonly work with include relationships, unresolved childhood wounds, mood issues, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress, abandonment/attachment wounds, parenthood, divorce, addiction, infertility stress, grief-loss. I'd love to help you tap into your inner wisdom and provide you the clinical support you deserve.
(727) 732-6727 View (727) 732-6727
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Laura Anne Pasker
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Waitlist for new clients
Areas of clinical experience include addiction, anxiety, codependency, communication, coping skills, depression/mood disorders, grief, life-transitions, self-harm, self-esteem/self-confidence, trauma/abuse and work place challenges.
Seeking help can be one of the most rewarding decisions you can make. It is your challenges that help you to facilitate change, and through that change you come closer to your most authentic self. Laura believes in partnering with you during the course of therapy, as building trust and rapport is essential to the therapeutic process. Developing treatment goals, while on your journey of self-discovery, is a collaborative effort. With over 14 years of experience in mental health, Laura is experienced in working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of treatment settings.
Areas of clinical experience include addiction, anxiety, codependency, communication, coping skills, depression/mood disorders, grief, life-transitions, self-harm, self-esteem/self-confidence, trauma/abuse and work place challenges.
Seeking help can be one of the most rewarding decisions you can make. It is your challenges that help you to facilitate change, and through that change you come closer to your most authentic self. Laura believes in partnering with you during the course of therapy, as building trust and rapport is essential to the therapeutic process. Developing treatment goals, while on your journey of self-discovery, is a collaborative effort. With over 14 years of experience in mental health, Laura is experienced in working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of treatment settings.
(716) 325-1429 View (716) 325-1429
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Jeannie Warren
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Jeannie specializes in trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem, adjustment issues, anxiety and depression.
Jeannie is a seasoned therapist with 20 years of experience and has worked with children as young as 18 months and adults over a hundred. She provides individual, family and couples therapy. She enjoys going on the journey with her clients as they grow, heal, and make positive changes.
Jeannie specializes in trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem, adjustment issues, anxiety and depression.
Jeannie is a seasoned therapist with 20 years of experience and has worked with children as young as 18 months and adults over a hundred. She provides individual, family and couples therapy. She enjoys going on the journey with her clients as they grow, heal, and make positive changes.
(727) 761-0646 View (727) 761-0646
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Danielle Proch
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
My specialties include trauma counseling, grief and loss, LGBTQIA+ as well as anxiety and depression.
I am Danielle Proch, a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. I graduated from Liberty University Bachelor of Science Psychology Counseling Program in 2011 and the Liberty University Master in Psychology Counseling Program in 2014. I have served as a Bereavement Coordinator in a hospice for 2 years in Pittsburgh, PA. It was an honor to work with the dying because they taught me how to live. Since moving to Florida I have worked in Community Mental Health for co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders.
My specialties include trauma counseling, grief and loss, LGBTQIA+ as well as anxiety and depression.
I am Danielle Proch, a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. I graduated from Liberty University Bachelor of Science Psychology Counseling Program in 2011 and the Liberty University Master in Psychology Counseling Program in 2014. I have served as a Bereavement Coordinator in a hospice for 2 years in Pittsburgh, PA. It was an honor to work with the dying because they taught me how to live. Since moving to Florida I have worked in Community Mental Health for co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders.
(727) 788-4561 View (727) 788-4561
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Elaine Sandra Berman
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Palm Harbor, FL 34685
While I use a variety of strategies, if you are interested in hypnosis, as a certified teacher in ASCH I use hypnosis to treat weight loss, eating disorders, pain management, anxiety, performance enhancement, depression, self esteem, grief, phobias and SPORTS PERFORMANCE enhancement.
For over 20 years I have counseled individuals, couples, and families in solving problems that have been emotionally and sometimes also physically painful. My psychological tools with children, adolescents, adults and senior citizens have been developed over many years to choose the therapy strategy that fits the person and their problems. I may use cognitive behavioral, hypnotic, or another therapeutic approach depending on what is needed for you. My supportive and positive attitude in additional in addition to my years of experience can enable you to have the quality of life you seek.
While I use a variety of strategies, if you are interested in hypnosis, as a certified teacher in ASCH I use hypnosis to treat weight loss, eating disorders, pain management, anxiety, performance enhancement, depression, self esteem, grief, phobias and SPORTS PERFORMANCE enhancement.
For over 20 years I have counseled individuals, couples, and families in solving problems that have been emotionally and sometimes also physically painful. My psychological tools with children, adolescents, adults and senior citizens have been developed over many years to choose the therapy strategy that fits the person and their problems. I may use cognitive behavioral, hypnotic, or another therapeutic approach depending on what is needed for you. My supportive and positive attitude in additional in addition to my years of experience can enable you to have the quality of life you seek.
(727) 280-5938 View (727) 280-5938

Grief Therapists

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.