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Kris Winslow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045  (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, grief and loss, and addiction.
There is really no issue to big or too small to bring to therapy. I have seen people go through so much positive change because of their work in therapy and think it is such an awesome process. Just because we can go through life in survival mode and bouncing off our ups and downs, does not mean we should. I love to talk about everything therapy, so I encourage people to reach out.
I specialize in trauma, grief and loss, and addiction.
There is really no issue to big or too small to bring to therapy. I have seen people go through so much positive change because of their work in therapy and think it is such an awesome process. Just because we can go through life in survival mode and bouncing off our ups and downs, does not mean we should. I love to talk about everything therapy, so I encourage people to reach out.
(323) 973-2279 View (323) 973-2279
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Jessica Lynne Fonte
Licensed Professional Counselor, Fonte
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034
I am comfortable working with a variety of diagnoses as well as people going through grief or temporary setbacks.
My name is Jessica Fonte. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California and have been practicing for over 15 years. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, but the core of my practice is Client-Centered Therapy. My practice has been centered around children and adults with a focus on trauma, transitions, and supporting others to live their best lives. The most common theoretical approaches that I use for therapy are Client-Centered, Solution Focused, Family Systems, CBT, Trauma Focused, and Mindfulness.
I am comfortable working with a variety of diagnoses as well as people going through grief or temporary setbacks.
My name is Jessica Fonte. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California and have been practicing for over 15 years. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, but the core of my practice is Client-Centered Therapy. My practice has been centered around children and adults with a focus on trauma, transitions, and supporting others to live their best lives. The most common theoretical approaches that I use for therapy are Client-Centered, Solution Focused, Family Systems, CBT, Trauma Focused, and Mindfulness.
(925) 308-2656 View (925) 308-2656
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Daniel Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90027
I am bilingual, Spanish-speaking, with over 14 years of experience providing culturally sensitive counseling addressing grief, relationship issues, mood disorders, gender identity, and the LGBTQ community.
I strongly believe the power to change is inside each one of us. We have the power to change ourselves, which in turn can help shape our environments, and help us feel better. Change may not come easily, but with some hard work and help, we are able to achieve our fullest potential.
I am bilingual, Spanish-speaking, with over 14 years of experience providing culturally sensitive counseling addressing grief, relationship issues, mood disorders, gender identity, and the LGBTQ community.
I strongly believe the power to change is inside each one of us. We have the power to change ourselves, which in turn can help shape our environments, and help us feel better. Change may not come easily, but with some hard work and help, we are able to achieve our fullest potential.
(626) 658-3536 View (626) 658-3536
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Lynda A Levy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA Psyc
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064  (Online Only)
Trained at OUR HOUSE she also provides grief Cslg.
Lynda supports and facilitates her clients' emotional growth, gain deeper insights, make healthy choices and live healthier & happier lives, from couples struggling for connection, engagement & compatibility to enhance family relationships and individuals facilitating emotional well being.
Trained at OUR HOUSE she also provides grief Cslg.
Lynda supports and facilitates her clients' emotional growth, gain deeper insights, make healthy choices and live healthier & happier lives, from couples struggling for connection, engagement & compatibility to enhance family relationships and individuals facilitating emotional well being.
(310) 362-5453 View (310) 362-5453
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Aritcela Vega
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90037
Hello, My name is Aritcela Vega. I've been a marriage family therapist for the past 11 years. During the past 11 years, I've worked with a variety of different ages and cultures. I've also worked with a wide range of symptoms from anxiety, depression, grief and loss and trauma to name a few. My approach in therapy is working with my client to make sure they feel supported and in a safe space in therapy. My clinical experience is working with any individual that is willing to be open to therapy. I have experience working with a wide range of clients stemming from children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Hello, My name is Aritcela Vega. I've been a marriage family therapist for the past 11 years. During the past 11 years, I've worked with a variety of different ages and cultures. I've also worked with a wide range of symptoms from anxiety, depression, grief and loss and trauma to name a few. My approach in therapy is working with my client to make sure they feel supported and in a safe space in therapy. My clinical experience is working with any individual that is willing to be open to therapy. I have experience working with a wide range of clients stemming from children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
(213) 699-1861 View (213) 699-1861
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Doug Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
It should be an empowering process to get help with stress, self-esteem, grief, trauma, codependency, life coaching, or marriage counseling.
My approach blends years of experience with natural compassion, humor and insight. I'm not a passive therapist. I'm interactive in sessions, using a holistic, relational approach with techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and narrative. I specialize in helping re-wire patterned thinking in your brain through talk therapy. Without a bunch of clinical jargon, we have relatable conversations in session where I will both nurture you and challenge you when needed. We stay in the present to shift behaviors and ways of thinking, while also getting to the root of the issues and feelings by understanding and processing them at the core.
It should be an empowering process to get help with stress, self-esteem, grief, trauma, codependency, life coaching, or marriage counseling.
My approach blends years of experience with natural compassion, humor and insight. I'm not a passive therapist. I'm interactive in sessions, using a holistic, relational approach with techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and narrative. I specialize in helping re-wire patterned thinking in your brain through talk therapy. Without a bunch of clinical jargon, we have relatable conversations in session where I will both nurture you and challenge you when needed. We stay in the present to shift behaviors and ways of thinking, while also getting to the root of the issues and feelings by understanding and processing them at the core.
(323) 825-4534 View (323) 825-4534
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Misha Henning
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90015
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic and gestalt modalities, guided imagery, mindfulness, art therapy and works with grief, depression, anxiety, loss, shame, self-esteem issues, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, stress management, emotional dysregulation, self-empowerment, abandonment issues, and relationship struggles.
Working with diverse population I have fostered a therapeutic relationship with my clients with the lens of Client Centered approach through empathic listening, and providing a compassionate safe space to process the unresolved trauma, which became the essential predictor of their success. I believe in empowering my clients to discover their strengths through mirroring unconditional positive regard, allowing clients to explore their vulnerability to understand themselves better.
I utilize CBT, psychodynamic and gestalt modalities, guided imagery, mindfulness, art therapy and works with grief, depression, anxiety, loss, shame, self-esteem issues, complex PTSD, childhood trauma, stress management, emotional dysregulation, self-empowerment, abandonment issues, and relationship struggles.
Working with diverse population I have fostered a therapeutic relationship with my clients with the lens of Client Centered approach through empathic listening, and providing a compassionate safe space to process the unresolved trauma, which became the essential predictor of their success. I believe in empowering my clients to discover their strengths through mirroring unconditional positive regard, allowing clients to explore their vulnerability to understand themselves better.
(925) 709-5275 View (925) 709-5275
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Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
(562) 268-1330 View (562) 268-1330
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Mark Triboulet
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90065
I've worked quite a bit with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, death, men's issues, and coping/dealing with life in general.
Hi, my name is Mark Triboulet and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. It is my goal to provide a safe environment where clients have the freedom to work through their pain, fears, and the unknown of what burdens them. I approach counseling in an open and honest format meeting clients where they are with genuine empathy and care. I strive to instill hope, healing, and empowerment with each client as we walk shoulder to shoulder through YOUR goals and desired changes.
I've worked quite a bit with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, death, men's issues, and coping/dealing with life in general.
Hi, my name is Mark Triboulet and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. It is my goal to provide a safe environment where clients have the freedom to work through their pain, fears, and the unknown of what burdens them. I approach counseling in an open and honest format meeting clients where they are with genuine empathy and care. I strive to instill hope, healing, and empowerment with each client as we walk shoulder to shoulder through YOUR goals and desired changes.
(323) 817-0651 View (323) 817-0651
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Norina Verduzco-Murphy MSW, LCSW & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Art therapy, Play therapy, Sand therapy, EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, PPD, infertility, miscarriage and infant loss, Immigration Evals.
Immediate openings in Los Angeles! We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone. We accept insurance, and have weekend and evening availability, with appts offered as late as 7 pm! You will find that my associates and I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow. We love children and families. Our goal is to help kids have emotional healthy childhoods and support parents in peaceful family interactions. Please see our website to read more about the qualified and amazing therapists available to help you reach your goals. We thank you for considering us in this important investment in yourself.
Art therapy, Play therapy, Sand therapy, EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, PPD, infertility, miscarriage and infant loss, Immigration Evals.
Immediate openings in Los Angeles! We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone. We accept insurance, and have weekend and evening availability, with appts offered as late as 7 pm! You will find that my associates and I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow. We love children and families. Our goal is to help kids have emotional healthy childhoods and support parents in peaceful family interactions. Please see our website to read more about the qualified and amazing therapists available to help you reach your goals. We thank you for considering us in this important investment in yourself.
(909) 317-3360 View (909) 317-3360
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Dion Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90066
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups dealing with a wide array of challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems such as codependency, infidelity, or other concerns, trauma, anger, grief, addiction, or other issues, I would be honored to walk with you to discover a better way forward in life.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups dealing with a wide array of challenges. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems such as codependency, infidelity, or other concerns, trauma, anger, grief, addiction, or other issues, I would be honored to walk with you to discover a better way forward in life.
(310) 997-4062 View (310) 997-4062
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Kristen Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I provide therapy for adolescents and adults seeking help with issues including parenting, divorce, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, life-changing events, and others. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can identify and explore the underlying beliefs driving your behaviors, shaping your habits, and impacting your relationships. Working together using therapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, DBT, etc., you will learn to better manage emotions and behaviors, allowing you to meet your own personal goals.
I provide therapy for adolescents and adults seeking help with issues including parenting, divorce, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, life-changing events, and others. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can identify and explore the underlying beliefs driving your behaviors, shaping your habits, and impacting your relationships. Working together using therapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, DBT, etc., you will learn to better manage emotions and behaviors, allowing you to meet your own personal goals.
(747) 236-6609 View (747) 236-6609
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Jonathan Rocklin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
(424) 571-9839 View (424) 571-9839
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Danielle Louise Mumford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071  (Online Only)
Sometimes we all need someone to listen, validate, and hear our story. You may be experiencing emotional pain, suffering, uncontrollable worry, sadness, fatigue, troubled relationships and/ or grief. The reasons for these feelings and struggles may vary based on what has happened to YOU. I work with individuals and couples that feel lost and unsure of what is next for them. I help build and use skills that will support emotion regulation, decrease worried thoughts, and increase meaningful connections with self and others. You don’t have to work on these challenges alone. Allow me to be a part of your journey.
Sometimes we all need someone to listen, validate, and hear our story. You may be experiencing emotional pain, suffering, uncontrollable worry, sadness, fatigue, troubled relationships and/ or grief. The reasons for these feelings and struggles may vary based on what has happened to YOU. I work with individuals and couples that feel lost and unsure of what is next for them. I help build and use skills that will support emotion regulation, decrease worried thoughts, and increase meaningful connections with self and others. You don’t have to work on these challenges alone. Allow me to be a part of your journey.
(209) 257-6245 View (209) 257-6245
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Edward Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90007
I enjoy working with adults, married and unmarried couples. I have over 20 years of experience in working with the following conditions: depression, anxiety, stress, traumas, relationship issues, addictions, anger management, and grief. My patients have indicated that they enjoy therapy sessions with me because is like talking to a friend that really takes the time to listen, clarify, validate, and propose different solutions and ways to change perspectives or narratives, all without feeling judged. While in session, they feel safe, relaxed, and accepted without feeling they are being " analyzed".
I enjoy working with adults, married and unmarried couples. I have over 20 years of experience in working with the following conditions: depression, anxiety, stress, traumas, relationship issues, addictions, anger management, and grief. My patients have indicated that they enjoy therapy sessions with me because is like talking to a friend that really takes the time to listen, clarify, validate, and propose different solutions and ways to change perspectives or narratives, all without feeling judged. While in session, they feel safe, relaxed, and accepted without feeling they are being " analyzed".
(916) 665-4375 View (916) 665-4375
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Peter C Meisner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works predominantly with adults and couples struggling in various life issues. I work with relationship issues, loss, grief, addiction, trauma and emotional pain. I help by using a collaborative approach between the client and therapist: working to develop the skills needed to manage and reduce symptoms, developing insight about the manifestation of symptoms and to help you get control over your life again.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works predominantly with adults and couples struggling in various life issues. I work with relationship issues, loss, grief, addiction, trauma and emotional pain. I help by using a collaborative approach between the client and therapist: working to develop the skills needed to manage and reduce symptoms, developing insight about the manifestation of symptoms and to help you get control over your life again.
(747) 227-7380 View (747) 227-7380
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Erica Gormley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 91335
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals to help increase self-awareness and explore authenticity and stress reduction, which occurs in everyday life. I understand that making a decision to seek help can be difficult so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental to help you feel supported throughout your counseling journey. My approach to therapy includes talk therapy, mindfulness, and various therapeutic techniques, including CBT, stress reduction, & grief counseling.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals to help increase self-awareness and explore authenticity and stress reduction, which occurs in everyday life. I understand that making a decision to seek help can be difficult so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental to help you feel supported throughout your counseling journey. My approach to therapy includes talk therapy, mindfulness, and various therapeutic techniques, including CBT, stress reduction, & grief counseling.
(714) 930-1719 View (714) 930-1719
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Rashel Keshmiri
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90021
"Trauma Specialist" My Specialties are in: Depression, anxiety, grief/loss, PTSD, trauma, sex therapy;, sexual dysfunctions, sexual Assault , Vaginismus, Gay issues.
Thank you for considering therapy with me. I am looking forward in meeting you. You will find me to be flexible and sensitive. I enjoy helping individuals in achieving personal growth; in a caring & safe environment. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief/loss, sexual dysfunction, we can work together to resolve your issue and minimize your suffering. Your natural state of being is a gift and is what I work with in psychotherapy to bring out your hidden potentials to surface.
"Trauma Specialist" My Specialties are in: Depression, anxiety, grief/loss, PTSD, trauma, sex therapy;, sexual dysfunctions, sexual Assault , Vaginismus, Gay issues.
Thank you for considering therapy with me. I am looking forward in meeting you. You will find me to be flexible and sensitive. I enjoy helping individuals in achieving personal growth; in a caring & safe environment. Whether you are suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief/loss, sexual dysfunction, we can work together to resolve your issue and minimize your suffering. Your natural state of being is a gift and is what I work with in psychotherapy to bring out your hidden potentials to surface.
(310) 494-7019 View (310) 494-7019
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Natalie D'Annibale, PsyD LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Sessions include addiction and sobriety, dual-diagnosis, sex, love, and intimacy, relationships and marital, multicultural, LGBTQIA+, empowerment in life transitions, and bereavement, grief, and loss.
It takes trust and courage to explore our emotional well-being, to resolve maladaptive behaviors, addictions, and to work on personal growth. My areas of expertise are in Humanistic, Existential, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapies. I encourage personal responsibility, self-actualization, and self-awareness utilizing strength-based advocacy with empathy and authenticity. If you are ready to improve your personal experiences and interpersonal relationships, reach out and we will get started on your next and best chapter.
Sessions include addiction and sobriety, dual-diagnosis, sex, love, and intimacy, relationships and marital, multicultural, LGBTQIA+, empowerment in life transitions, and bereavement, grief, and loss.
It takes trust and courage to explore our emotional well-being, to resolve maladaptive behaviors, addictions, and to work on personal growth. My areas of expertise are in Humanistic, Existential, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapies. I encourage personal responsibility, self-actualization, and self-awareness utilizing strength-based advocacy with empathy and authenticity. If you are ready to improve your personal experiences and interpersonal relationships, reach out and we will get started on your next and best chapter.
(760) 621-7656 View (760) 621-7656
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Jacqueline Ochoa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90005
My name is Jacqueline Ochoa, I am a queer, bilingual, first-generation, Mexican-American Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based out of southern California. I understand the nuances of navigating multiple intersections and recognize the importance of honoring all parts of ourselves that make us whole. I work with a wide range of adults specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and exploration of identity.
My name is Jacqueline Ochoa, I am a queer, bilingual, first-generation, Mexican-American Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based out of southern California. I understand the nuances of navigating multiple intersections and recognize the importance of honoring all parts of ourselves that make us whole. I work with a wide range of adults specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and exploration of identity.
(909) 487-1389 View (909) 487-1389

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.