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Assurance Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, ACSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48150
Team work makes the dream work. Allow me to partner with you in decreasing symptoms and continuing on your journey of life. I encourage you to call me to cope with daily life stressors, pre-marital counseling, family counseling, grief, depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, substance abuse. Let's work together and get to the root of the problem, we can do this! It would truly be my pleasure to serve you. Please feel free to contact me for a free consultation at your earliest convenience.
Team work makes the dream work. Allow me to partner with you in decreasing symptoms and continuing on your journey of life. I encourage you to call me to cope with daily life stressors, pre-marital counseling, family counseling, grief, depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, substance abuse. Let's work together and get to the root of the problem, we can do this! It would truly be my pleasure to serve you. Please feel free to contact me for a free consultation at your earliest convenience.
(248) 206-3330 View (248) 206-3330
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Transcendence Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48150
We have over 19 years experience in helping people with depression, anxiety, bipolar, addictions, chronic illness, HIV/AIDS, grief, death/dying, Post Traumatic Stress, Adjustment to Disability, Dissociative Disorder and sexual and gender identity issues (LGBTQIA).
We are a group of compassionate psychologists and licensed psychotherapists under the supervision of Stephanie Williams, PhD, LP who are dedicated to helping clients on their journey through life's multiple challenges. We strive to empower clients and to help them find their own personal path to self-fulfillment. Our goal is to assist clients in getting to the root of their challenges to make lasting changes in their lives and to help them help themselves over a lifetime. We believe it is never too late to accomplish your life goals.
We have over 19 years experience in helping people with depression, anxiety, bipolar, addictions, chronic illness, HIV/AIDS, grief, death/dying, Post Traumatic Stress, Adjustment to Disability, Dissociative Disorder and sexual and gender identity issues (LGBTQIA).
We are a group of compassionate psychologists and licensed psychotherapists under the supervision of Stephanie Williams, PhD, LP who are dedicated to helping clients on their journey through life's multiple challenges. We strive to empower clients and to help them find their own personal path to self-fulfillment. Our goal is to assist clients in getting to the root of their challenges to make lasting changes in their lives and to help them help themselves over a lifetime. We believe it is never too late to accomplish your life goals.
(248) 826-2184 View (248) 826-2184
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Mary DiPaolo
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48154
Anxiety spectrum disorders, Mood and Personality disorders, Life Adjustment issues, Codependency, Grief & Loss, Medically Fragile/Terminally Ill, LBGTQ, Marital and Family, Trauma Recovery/Childhood Abuse, Pre-Hab, Addictions and Compulsions, Court-Appointed (Active Parole Status), Executive Functioning Issues (Teens and Adults), Autism spec.
My blog is my calling card. Healing, positive change, and personal growth from the inside out is not for cowards. Read my blog to understand where I am coming from. Even if you believe you already know "everything" there is to understand about your specific circumstances, guess what? There is always another way to look at what you are struggling through. My job is to come up along side you and assist you in recognizing what you need to learn (and then do!)---as well as what you need to let go of (once and for all!). You will learn how to set yourself free from those chains that bind you. Live in peace, not in pieces anymore.
Anxiety spectrum disorders, Mood and Personality disorders, Life Adjustment issues, Codependency, Grief & Loss, Medically Fragile/Terminally Ill, LBGTQ, Marital and Family, Trauma Recovery/Childhood Abuse, Pre-Hab, Addictions and Compulsions, Court-Appointed (Active Parole Status), Executive Functioning Issues (Teens and Adults), Autism spec.
My blog is my calling card. Healing, positive change, and personal growth from the inside out is not for cowards. Read my blog to understand where I am coming from. Even if you believe you already know "everything" there is to understand about your specific circumstances, guess what? There is always another way to look at what you are struggling through. My job is to come up along side you and assist you in recognizing what you need to learn (and then do!)---as well as what you need to let go of (once and for all!). You will learn how to set yourself free from those chains that bind you. Live in peace, not in pieces anymore.
(248) 513-8210 View (248) 513-8210
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Great Lakes Psychology Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
(248) 985-9760 View (248) 985-9760
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Matthew Greiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48152
Welcome! I’m Matt, and I believe that therapy is about making a human connection and working together to overcome your unique challenges. My approach to therapy is conversational and focused on building a trusting relationship. We all have different experiences and beliefs, and I work to ensure that our therapeutic space is welcoming, safe, and judgment-free. It can be a struggle to find someone that understands the unique challenges of military service, and as a U.S. Army veteran myself I take special pride in being able to work with fellow veterans and their families.
Welcome! I’m Matt, and I believe that therapy is about making a human connection and working together to overcome your unique challenges. My approach to therapy is conversational and focused on building a trusting relationship. We all have different experiences and beliefs, and I work to ensure that our therapeutic space is welcoming, safe, and judgment-free. It can be a struggle to find someone that understands the unique challenges of military service, and as a U.S. Army veteran myself I take special pride in being able to work with fellow veterans and their families.
(734) 386-0460 View (734) 386-0460
Photo of Nicole Tacoma, Psychologist in Livonia, MI
Nicole Tacoma
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48152
Are you wanting to begin the process of dismantling your inner critic and learning to love and accept yourself just as you are? Have you experienced trauma in your life, and you think you are ready to explore the emotional and psychological effects of past events, how these events have impacted your view of yourself and your relationships with others, and how you can use this insight to grow and thrive? Do you have a child who needs to learn how to recognize and understand their emotional states and how to express them in safe and constructive ways?
Are you wanting to begin the process of dismantling your inner critic and learning to love and accept yourself just as you are? Have you experienced trauma in your life, and you think you are ready to explore the emotional and psychological effects of past events, how these events have impacted your view of yourself and your relationships with others, and how you can use this insight to grow and thrive? Do you have a child who needs to learn how to recognize and understand their emotional states and how to express them in safe and constructive ways?
(248) 920-8619 View (248) 920-8619
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Ray Zuppke
Psychologist, LLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48152  (Online Only)
Congratulations on taking this step toward your healing! I believe therapy is an amazing tool to help you live your best life. Do you have a history of trauma or sexual abuse? Are you feeling disconnected from your body, overwhelmed with anxiety, or want to improve your sex life? I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and I specialize in working with survivors of trauma and sexual abuse. I provide a holistic approach to therapy incorporating both the mind and body. I am also a tantric-inspired sex, love, and relationship coach and can help you uplevel your intimacy.
Congratulations on taking this step toward your healing! I believe therapy is an amazing tool to help you live your best life. Do you have a history of trauma or sexual abuse? Are you feeling disconnected from your body, overwhelmed with anxiety, or want to improve your sex life? I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and I specialize in working with survivors of trauma and sexual abuse. I provide a holistic approach to therapy incorporating both the mind and body. I am also a tantric-inspired sex, love, and relationship coach and can help you uplevel your intimacy.
(734) 849-3181 View (734) 849-3181
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Great Lakes Psychology Group - Livonia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
The GLPG support staff will personally match you with a best-fit therapist who accepts your insurance and is available to see you online or in person at a time that works for you. The GLPG provider network comprises doctoral and master’s level psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers. Benefits include online and in-person therapy options, night and weekend availability, and most insurance plans accepted. Additionally, our knowledgeable and helpful support staff are available to answer your questions or help with anything you might need at any point along the therapy journey.
(248) 453-6472 View (248) 453-6472
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Steven K. Weiss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LLPC, MSAC
Not Verified Not Verified
Livonia, MI 48152
"I specialize in treating all types of addictions and the common co-occurring disorders that are prevalent in the addicted individual. These common co-occurring disorders include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, and anger management. I have successfully treated hundreds of individuals, groups, and families.that possess a wide range of addictions and mental disorders. These substance abuse addictions/disorders includes benzodiazepines, opiates, alcohol, heroin, pornography, amphetamines, and gambling. I believe that anyone can recover from these addictions and use a wide variety of approaches to help the addicted individual. reach their goal of long-term sobriety."
"I specialize in treating all types of addictions and the common co-occurring disorders that are prevalent in the addicted individual. These common co-occurring disorders include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADD, ADHD, and anger management. I have successfully treated hundreds of individuals, groups, and families.that possess a wide range of addictions and mental disorders. These substance abuse addictions/disorders includes benzodiazepines, opiates, alcohol, heroin, pornography, amphetamines, and gambling. I believe that anyone can recover from these addictions and use a wide variety of approaches to help the addicted individual. reach their goal of long-term sobriety."
(734) 212-5038 View (734) 212-5038
Photo of Alyssa Lawson, Counselor in Livonia, MI
Alyssa Lawson
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152
Seeking therapy is a big step. As a therapist, I strive to create a comfortable environment where you can freely discuss any topic without fear of judgement. The "why" behind each individual's decision to seek therapy may differ from person to person - but I will always strive to be open-minded, understanding, empathetic, and ensure that therapy is consistently a safe space for you. My main goal is to establish a space where you can feel safe to share personal thoughts, issues, and concerns so that we can work through them together.
Seeking therapy is a big step. As a therapist, I strive to create a comfortable environment where you can freely discuss any topic without fear of judgement. The "why" behind each individual's decision to seek therapy may differ from person to person - but I will always strive to be open-minded, understanding, empathetic, and ensure that therapy is consistently a safe space for you. My main goal is to establish a space where you can feel safe to share personal thoughts, issues, and concerns so that we can work through them together.
(313) 458-4495 View (313) 458-4495
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Cruz Clinic
MD
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152
Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices. To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training.
Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices. To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training.
(734) 606-4881 View (734) 606-4881
Photo of Jacques D Short, Limited Licensed Psychologist in Livonia, MI
Jacques D Short
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TMLP
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48150
I focus on the connectedness among developmental, social, relational, and cultural factors. I have experience working with a diverse population of clients, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I work with clients dealing with many different issues. I have worked with clients from a myriad of racial and ethnic backgrounds but have focused experience working with Black and Native American clients striving to work through race-related stress and racial identity concerns. I work with sexual identity and gender identity concerns (e.g., trans, questioning, gender non-conforming).
I focus on the connectedness among developmental, social, relational, and cultural factors. I have experience working with a diverse population of clients, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I work with clients dealing with many different issues. I have worked with clients from a myriad of racial and ethnic backgrounds but have focused experience working with Black and Native American clients striving to work through race-related stress and racial identity concerns. I work with sexual identity and gender identity concerns (e.g., trans, questioning, gender non-conforming).
(734) 659-4075 View (734) 659-4075
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Gwendolyn Brimble
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT, LLP
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152  (Online Only)
Using a variety of techniques, I seek to provide an environment that focuses on my client's unique experiences. Without stigma, we can work together to explore thoughts and feelings to create a space of compassionate care and personal growth through understanding and self-awareness. In the therapy space, we can safely dive below the surface to explore how past and present experiences can impact feelings and reactions in our day-to-day life.
Using a variety of techniques, I seek to provide an environment that focuses on my client's unique experiences. Without stigma, we can work together to explore thoughts and feelings to create a space of compassionate care and personal growth through understanding and self-awareness. In the therapy space, we can safely dive below the surface to explore how past and present experiences can impact feelings and reactions in our day-to-day life.
(248) 731-7458 View (248) 731-7458
Photo of Evan West, Psychologist in Livonia, MI
Evan West
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, MSCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48152  (Online Only)
Please Stop Talking! Have you thought this about your past therapist? Have you wondered how they could try and help you when they did not stop long enough to get to know you? As a Clinical Psychologist in practice for 30 years, I have heard this complaint more than any other among my patients whom have previously been in psychotherapy. In my clinical practice I respect the patient as the expert on themselves and will work with you to bring out the insight, esteem, knowledge and coping strategies you had inside or were open to learning about.
Please Stop Talking! Have you thought this about your past therapist? Have you wondered how they could try and help you when they did not stop long enough to get to know you? As a Clinical Psychologist in practice for 30 years, I have heard this complaint more than any other among my patients whom have previously been in psychotherapy. In my clinical practice I respect the patient as the expert on themselves and will work with you to bring out the insight, esteem, knowledge and coping strategies you had inside or were open to learning about.
(248) 821-7374 View (248) 821-7374
Photo of Dr. Jeff J. Rocker, Licensed Professional Counselor in Livonia, MI
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(313) 546-0014 View (313) 546-0014
Photo of Transformational Choices Holistic Therapy & Couns, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Livonia, MI
Transformational Choices Holistic Therapy & Couns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48150
Welcome! Transformational Choices is a community based professional service that provides a full range of life enhancing services, including mental health counseling for individuals, groups, families, children, and offers relationship, couples, and marriage therapies, life and wellness coaching and consultation. We are committed to providing the best professional services by working with our clients and developing and implementing the most effective and customized life enhancing change plans, through the promotion of learning and personal growth.
Welcome! Transformational Choices is a community based professional service that provides a full range of life enhancing services, including mental health counseling for individuals, groups, families, children, and offers relationship, couples, and marriage therapies, life and wellness coaching and consultation. We are committed to providing the best professional services by working with our clients and developing and implementing the most effective and customized life enhancing change plans, through the promotion of learning and personal growth.
(734) 606-0713 View (734) 606-0713
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Karen Pierce
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CBIS, SAP, CAATS
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48154
Waitlist for new clients
We treat you like family No judgement-Just support: Each patient is different so we use a individualized type of treatment specific to your needs. Don’t wait. Stop suffering alone. We are here 24/7. I try to treat in areas I have personally experienced. This way I TRULY I do understand. CONTACT ME: APPOINTMENT/RETURN CALL REQUEST: https://www.jotform.com/92193340647156
We treat you like family No judgement-Just support: Each patient is different so we use a individualized type of treatment specific to your needs. Don’t wait. Stop suffering alone. We are here 24/7. I try to treat in areas I have personally experienced. This way I TRULY I do understand. CONTACT ME: APPOINTMENT/RETURN CALL REQUEST: https://www.jotform.com/92193340647156
(248) 290-8280 View (248) 290-8280
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Karen Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48152
**Nearly ALL insurance providers are now covering secure video (TeleHealth) therapy sessions. PLEASE do not hesitate to reach out to me if you think you could benefit from talking to a professional during these times, I will help you navigate and find someone. It is JUST as important that we take responsibility for our MENTAL health right now.** I am a licensed professional counselor and limited licensed psychologist and work with adolescents, young adults, mature adults and older adults with issues and concerns in the area of anxiety, depression, sexuality, aging, health, addictions, and relationships. .
**Nearly ALL insurance providers are now covering secure video (TeleHealth) therapy sessions. PLEASE do not hesitate to reach out to me if you think you could benefit from talking to a professional during these times, I will help you navigate and find someone. It is JUST as important that we take responsibility for our MENTAL health right now.** I am a licensed professional counselor and limited licensed psychologist and work with adolescents, young adults, mature adults and older adults with issues and concerns in the area of anxiety, depression, sexuality, aging, health, addictions, and relationships. .
(734) 868-5052 View (734) 868-5052
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Halli Carbrey
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48150
My two areas of expertise are: sex and relationship therapy & religious trauma therapy. I have specific training and experience in both areas. I can help with many different sexual challenges, from purity culture harm, to lack of arousal and orgasm, to differences in desire, as well as the relational tension that comes up around the topic of emotional & physical intimacy. Creating an environment of relational safety is most important, as well as adopting frameworks that help us think in productive and compassionate ways about our sexual experience.
My two areas of expertise are: sex and relationship therapy & religious trauma therapy. I have specific training and experience in both areas. I can help with many different sexual challenges, from purity culture harm, to lack of arousal and orgasm, to differences in desire, as well as the relational tension that comes up around the topic of emotional & physical intimacy. Creating an environment of relational safety is most important, as well as adopting frameworks that help us think in productive and compassionate ways about our sexual experience.
(734) 371-8772 View (734) 371-8772
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Bridie Mae Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livonia, MI 48152
Hello I am the Indigenous therapist for you. I am a licensed clinical/macro social worker with 20 years experience in the field of adult youth and family services. I specialize in generalized anxiety, major depression, PTSD, trauma, sexualtiy and/or gender exploration. Regardless of your cultural needs and expectations I will offer you the support and safe space needed for seeking treatment. For clinicians in the field working on full clinical lisencure. I also am a Supervisor for LMSW licensure both Group and Individial hours needed and offer a study group for the exam exclusively twice a month on Sundays.
Hello I am the Indigenous therapist for you. I am a licensed clinical/macro social worker with 20 years experience in the field of adult youth and family services. I specialize in generalized anxiety, major depression, PTSD, trauma, sexualtiy and/or gender exploration. Regardless of your cultural needs and expectations I will offer you the support and safe space needed for seeking treatment. For clinicians in the field working on full clinical lisencure. I also am a Supervisor for LMSW licensure both Group and Individial hours needed and offer a study group for the exam exclusively twice a month on Sundays.
(313) 777-8236 View (313) 777-8236
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.