Photo of Carisa M. Gerald, Licensed Professional Counselor in Florence, SC
Carisa M. Gerald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29506
Waitlist for new clients
Heart to Heart Empowerment Services, LLC was founded by Carisa M. Gerald, LPC, NCC in June 2019 and specializes in “Healing Hearts, Empowering Minds, and Restoring Relationships One Encounter at A Time.” I have provided Individual, Family, and Group Therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. Some of my special interests include: anxiety, depression, grief, stress/anger management, relationships, and self-esteem. I view therapy as a partnership and enjoy working with individuals that are ready to commit to their healing journey.
Heart to Heart Empowerment Services, LLC was founded by Carisa M. Gerald, LPC, NCC in June 2019 and specializes in “Healing Hearts, Empowering Minds, and Restoring Relationships One Encounter at A Time.” I have provided Individual, Family, and Group Therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings. Some of my special interests include: anxiety, depression, grief, stress/anger management, relationships, and self-esteem. I view therapy as a partnership and enjoy working with individuals that are ready to commit to their healing journey.
(843) 731-9016 View (843) 731-9016
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Nicole Fall
LPC Intern, MA
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29505  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with the general population for everyday life issues, depression, grief, relationship problems, and behavioral problems.
As a counselor, it is my job to provide a confidential and non-judgmental environment. I understand that sometimes life can be overwhelming, and it can feel like no one understands your strife. For example, are you going through a breakup? Feeling depressed or grieving the loss of a loved one? I can help. Since counseling is not a one size fits all approach, I use a combination of therapeutic strategies for best results. Each client will receive an initial assessment to gather diagnostic and treatment planning information.
I specialize in working with the general population for everyday life issues, depression, grief, relationship problems, and behavioral problems.
As a counselor, it is my job to provide a confidential and non-judgmental environment. I understand that sometimes life can be overwhelming, and it can feel like no one understands your strife. For example, are you going through a breakup? Feeling depressed or grieving the loss of a loved one? I can help. Since counseling is not a one size fits all approach, I use a combination of therapeutic strategies for best results. Each client will receive an initial assessment to gather diagnostic and treatment planning information.
(843) 350-6690 View (843) 350-6690
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The Sonshine Exchange Lelia Denise McKay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501
Are you lost? Lonely? Grieving? Acting or thinking in ways you don't understand? Looking for something more in your life? Not knowing what the next step is? Wanting to make big, positive changes (or even small ones) and don't know how? I love helping people explore their lives and themselves! Let's find out what's next, what's inside, what you want and who you are! We can talk, draw, play, sit... many ways to explore the issues you want to understand. Depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, childhood trauma. My goal is to help you find your best version of yourself. I LOVE helping others walk through any obstacle.
Are you lost? Lonely? Grieving? Acting or thinking in ways you don't understand? Looking for something more in your life? Not knowing what the next step is? Wanting to make big, positive changes (or even small ones) and don't know how? I love helping people explore their lives and themselves! Let's find out what's next, what's inside, what you want and who you are! We can talk, draw, play, sit... many ways to explore the issues you want to understand. Depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief & loss, childhood trauma. My goal is to help you find your best version of yourself. I LOVE helping others walk through any obstacle.
(843) 883-6620 View (843) 883-6620
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2nd Chance Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29506
2nd Chance Counseling, LLC provides services in Individual Psychotherapy, Family Counseling, Pre-Marital and Marital Counseling, Group Counseling, Parenting Education and Assessments, and/or Grief/Loss support.
2nd Chance Counseling, LLC exists to assist its clients in Reaffirming, Restoring, and Reconnecting relationships by working with and helping individuals to create the lives they want and deserve in a meaningful and responsible manner. We encourage each of our clients to "Embrace Life Responsibly." In doing so, we offer confidentiality and privacy for each client in that he/she feels safe to share and process issues, their needs, and create achievable and realistic goals for themselves.
2nd Chance Counseling, LLC provides services in Individual Psychotherapy, Family Counseling, Pre-Marital and Marital Counseling, Group Counseling, Parenting Education and Assessments, and/or Grief/Loss support.
2nd Chance Counseling, LLC exists to assist its clients in Reaffirming, Restoring, and Reconnecting relationships by working with and helping individuals to create the lives they want and deserve in a meaningful and responsible manner. We encourage each of our clients to "Embrace Life Responsibly." In doing so, we offer confidentiality and privacy for each client in that he/she feels safe to share and process issues, their needs, and create achievable and realistic goals for themselves.
(843) 438-1496 View (843) 438-1496
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Tina C Outlaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LISW-CP, CP
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501  (Online Only)
Looking for a different, more personal therapy experience, here it is ! I work collaboratively with you and your child/adolescent/family to develop a plan together on the second session, get a new skill each week, and see progress within 8 sessions. With 28 of years experience with children, adolescents and adults recovering from trauma,grief, emotional or behavioral challenges with educational or work-related issues in schools, group homes, rural health care clinics and military facilities. Sessions are online with a confidential platform to offer convience and accessibility to any location in South Carolina.
Looking for a different, more personal therapy experience, here it is ! I work collaboratively with you and your child/adolescent/family to develop a plan together on the second session, get a new skill each week, and see progress within 8 sessions. With 28 of years experience with children, adolescents and adults recovering from trauma,grief, emotional or behavioral challenges with educational or work-related issues in schools, group homes, rural health care clinics and military facilities. Sessions are online with a confidential platform to offer convience and accessibility to any location in South Carolina.
(843) 256-2277 View (843) 256-2277
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Merdell Glover Nesbit
EdS, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501
I believe emotional, spiritual, and physical healings begin with a strong therapeutic relationship. My person-centered approach allows my clients to establish short-term and long-term goals with the appropriate methods and interventions for success. In counseling, I hope to change the world, one family at a time.
I believe emotional, spiritual, and physical healings begin with a strong therapeutic relationship. My person-centered approach allows my clients to establish short-term and long-term goals with the appropriate methods and interventions for success. In counseling, I hope to change the world, one family at a time.
(843) 279-5389 View (843) 279-5389
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Darlynn Coates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29506
As a counselor at Stewart Behavioral Health, I believe it's important for clients to feel that they are in a safe and non-judgmental environment, and as their counselor I strive to provide this type of atmosphere. Each treatment and session is tailored to the needs of the individual client and their presenting concerns. I allow the client to set the goals of therapy and help guide them if they need it. I have worked for Christian-based counseling agencies in the past, and if religion is important, this is something we can focus on. I also have experience with defiance, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety and panic attacks.
As a counselor at Stewart Behavioral Health, I believe it's important for clients to feel that they are in a safe and non-judgmental environment, and as their counselor I strive to provide this type of atmosphere. Each treatment and session is tailored to the needs of the individual client and their presenting concerns. I allow the client to set the goals of therapy and help guide them if they need it. I have worked for Christian-based counseling agencies in the past, and if religion is important, this is something we can focus on. I also have experience with defiance, ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety and panic attacks.
(843) 418-4320 View (843) 418-4320
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David A Kahn
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Florence, SC 29501
At the Counseling Center of Florence, LLC, we believe in our client's ability to overcome their personal issues and see all issues as problems our clients have tried to solve on their own and have not yet been successful. Our goal is to improve success toward solving the problems and issues our client's face with evidence-based practices oriented to each client's specific need. We match our clients with the counselor best suited to their needs. If we do not have the right counselor for a person seeking services, we work to provide them with other options within our community.
At the Counseling Center of Florence, LLC, we believe in our client's ability to overcome their personal issues and see all issues as problems our clients have tried to solve on their own and have not yet been successful. Our goal is to improve success toward solving the problems and issues our client's face with evidence-based practices oriented to each client's specific need. We match our clients with the counselor best suited to their needs. If we do not have the right counselor for a person seeking services, we work to provide them with other options within our community.
(843) 420-1339 View (843) 420-1339
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Jordan C Conner | Art Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, MAAT, ATR-P, CLC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501
The recorded conversations on replay in your mind are so loud and pervasive that the only thing that stops the noise is distraction. So, you find yourself scrolling SM, binging a TV show, or sleeping... ALOT. But, at times even distraction isn’t enough. You’re finally realizing this painstaking cycle of avoidance in your life, not just avoiding the big things, but even the IDEA of facing any emotion at all. You are ready for a change! But, change is hard. You've tried before and failed. You've done therapy in the past. You've read self-help books. You feel as though nothing will ever change. You've all but given up hope.
The recorded conversations on replay in your mind are so loud and pervasive that the only thing that stops the noise is distraction. So, you find yourself scrolling SM, binging a TV show, or sleeping... ALOT. But, at times even distraction isn’t enough. You’re finally realizing this painstaking cycle of avoidance in your life, not just avoiding the big things, but even the IDEA of facing any emotion at all. You are ready for a change! But, change is hard. You've tried before and failed. You've done therapy in the past. You've read self-help books. You feel as though nothing will ever change. You've all but given up hope.
(843) 279-4855 View (843) 279-4855
Photo of Ouida K. Page, Licensed Professional Counselor in Florence, SC
Ouida K. Page
Licensed Professional Counselor, RN, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501
In-person & telehealth appointments available within 2 weeks! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and RN with 40 years of experience focusing on psychiatric nursing. Located in Darlington, SC, I’m in network with Blue Cross and offer a sliding scale. I offer a comprehensive approach and view your situation differently than most counselors. I co-manage my practice with an M.D. and see all ages 2 - 80 years old. I studied exercise and nutrition and use this background to promote a healthy mind and body in my sessions. I excel at assessments and diagnosing emotional and behavioral issues.
In-person & telehealth appointments available within 2 weeks! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and RN with 40 years of experience focusing on psychiatric nursing. Located in Darlington, SC, I’m in network with Blue Cross and offer a sliding scale. I offer a comprehensive approach and view your situation differently than most counselors. I co-manage my practice with an M.D. and see all ages 2 - 80 years old. I studied exercise and nutrition and use this background to promote a healthy mind and body in my sessions. I excel at assessments and diagnosing emotional and behavioral issues.
(843) 319-4606 View (843) 319-4606
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Josetta Cobb (Paragon Wellness)
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501  (Online Only)
Do you need a cleansing conversation to ease your mind, process your baggage and bring you clarity? Then you have landed on the right page. Hi, I am Josetta Cobb and I believe two important aspects of counseling and coaching is that you feel comfortable and safe with me. Having trouble concentrating, sleeping, feeling down and being irritable, acting out may have become your norm but it doesn't have to be. I provide a down-to-earth atmosphere where you are free to be open and honest without judgment. I meet you where you are and together we will work to build strengths that will help you grow through what you’re going through.
Do you need a cleansing conversation to ease your mind, process your baggage and bring you clarity? Then you have landed on the right page. Hi, I am Josetta Cobb and I believe two important aspects of counseling and coaching is that you feel comfortable and safe with me. Having trouble concentrating, sleeping, feeling down and being irritable, acting out may have become your norm but it doesn't have to be. I provide a down-to-earth atmosphere where you are free to be open and honest without judgment. I meet you where you are and together we will work to build strengths that will help you grow through what you’re going through.
(803) 887-2734 View (803) 887-2734

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Photo of Michelle Denise Fox, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Florence, SC
Michelle Denise Fox
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, Lpc-a, MA, DDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darlington, SC 29532
I would like to welcome you to a counseling relationship where you will be supported throughout the journey. In a safe and comfortable environment you will be able to feel what you need to feel and explore why you feel that way and what to do with those feelings. We will use tools to help develop specific, measureable, attainable, realistic and timely goals and objectives. We can explore traditional diagnoses and a plethora of emotions or perceptions that capture the vastness of who you are and how you operate in this world. If you are interested in gaining insight into doing life or doing it better, please let me help you.
I would like to welcome you to a counseling relationship where you will be supported throughout the journey. In a safe and comfortable environment you will be able to feel what you need to feel and explore why you feel that way and what to do with those feelings. We will use tools to help develop specific, measureable, attainable, realistic and timely goals and objectives. We can explore traditional diagnoses and a plethora of emotions or perceptions that capture the vastness of who you are and how you operate in this world. If you are interested in gaining insight into doing life or doing it better, please let me help you.
(843) 894-4355 View (843) 894-4355

Online Therapists

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Sarah J Zacharias
Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
IE: College to Real World, Married to Single, Kids going through divorce, Blended families, Grieving the loss of a loved one, Change of career.
My ideal client is one seeking to find their own personal identity. I use a combination of theoretical approaches to accommodate the specific needs for each client. I always start with a client centered approach to build a trusting relationship. Once that is established I move into a psychoanalytic approach (counselor and client work to understand the inner life of the client through deep exploration of unconscious and past experiences). Once connections from the past and present are acknowledged, and understood, I end therapy using a reality based approach (focusing on the things in life we can control).
IE: College to Real World, Married to Single, Kids going through divorce, Blended families, Grieving the loss of a loved one, Change of career.
My ideal client is one seeking to find their own personal identity. I use a combination of theoretical approaches to accommodate the specific needs for each client. I always start with a client centered approach to build a trusting relationship. Once that is established I move into a psychoanalytic approach (counselor and client work to understand the inner life of the client through deep exploration of unconscious and past experiences). Once connections from the past and present are acknowledged, and understood, I end therapy using a reality based approach (focusing on the things in life we can control).
(843) 889-7454 View (843) 889-7454
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Alaina Kemp Chinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Mill, SC 29708
I have 8+ years of experience counseling adults, adolescents and teenagers that are struggling depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, suicidal thoughts or behaviors and many other issues.
You don’t have to face mental health issues alone. Palmetto Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC is an award-winning practice serving patients through Rock Hill, SC, and Fort Mill, SC. Our team of credentialed and understanding mental health therapists will guide you through a range of therapy options in order to help you discover the keys to a better future
I have 8+ years of experience counseling adults, adolescents and teenagers that are struggling depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, suicidal thoughts or behaviors and many other issues.
You don’t have to face mental health issues alone. Palmetto Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC is an award-winning practice serving patients through Rock Hill, SC, and Fort Mill, SC. Our team of credentialed and understanding mental health therapists will guide you through a range of therapy options in order to help you discover the keys to a better future
(803) 721-2141 View (803) 721-2141
Photo of Ann M Clark, Licensed Professional Counselor in Florence, SC
Ann M Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Rock Hill, SC 29730
Now offering virtual counseling via Zoom or telephone sessions in addition to in person sessions. Please text me at +803-448-0086 for a fast response. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and more. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they’re striving for.
Now offering virtual counseling via Zoom or telephone sessions in addition to in person sessions. Please text me at +803-448-0086 for a fast response. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and more. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they’re striving for.
(803) 448-0086 View (803) 448-0086
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Jordan B. Kennington
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rock Hill, SC 29732  (Online Only)
Have you been feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? Can you say you feel like "yourself" right now? Are you wondering where to even start the journey to healing? Everybody at some point in their lives reaches a place where the stressors of life become overwhelming and heavy. We go through life transitions that bring anxiety or grief. We question our identity or self-esteem. We feel like our faith or values aren't as beneficial as we want them to be. At these times, it’s beneficial to seek a non-judgmental space where we can feel free to sort through our thoughts and emotions.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? Can you say you feel like "yourself" right now? Are you wondering where to even start the journey to healing? Everybody at some point in their lives reaches a place where the stressors of life become overwhelming and heavy. We go through life transitions that bring anxiety or grief. We question our identity or self-esteem. We feel like our faith or values aren't as beneficial as we want them to be. At these times, it’s beneficial to seek a non-judgmental space where we can feel free to sort through our thoughts and emotions.
(855) 947-4401 View (855) 947-4401
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Denotra J. Winston
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS-I, NCC
Verified Verified
McColl, SC 29570  (Online Only)
I support women, expecting moms, moms/couples transitioning into parenthood, those who have experienced a traumatic birth, loss of a child, diagnosed with perinatal anxiety/mood disorders/postpartum or that struggle with fertility.
Licensed in both North and South Carolina! I have over 15 years of experience working with families and individuals who have various mental health and substance use concerns. I like to adapt sessions to assist clients in identifying stressors, identify motivations, build support systems, and increase functioning. I am an excellent communicator and client advocate, experienced at working with diverse age groups. My goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship with each individual while striving to create a safe, non -judgmental space to foster the healing.
I support women, expecting moms, moms/couples transitioning into parenthood, those who have experienced a traumatic birth, loss of a child, diagnosed with perinatal anxiety/mood disorders/postpartum or that struggle with fertility.
Licensed in both North and South Carolina! I have over 15 years of experience working with families and individuals who have various mental health and substance use concerns. I like to adapt sessions to assist clients in identifying stressors, identify motivations, build support systems, and increase functioning. I am an excellent communicator and client advocate, experienced at working with diverse age groups. My goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship with each individual while striving to create a safe, non -judgmental space to foster the healing.
(336) 804-8632 View (336) 804-8632
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Bridget Lisa Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29492
Have you been to therapy before and feel like you are back to square one in dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions or adult/young adult struggles? Has life turned out very different than you imagined? Do you feel like it's a battle every day in parenting or do you have an adolescent who needs the help of a counselor? Are you looking for longer term relief from pain or anxiety that seems to come back? If so, you have found the right place. Whether you are new to counseling or not, we will work together through individualized, evidenced based techniques to help you from session ONE. Brighter days await you!
Have you been to therapy before and feel like you are back to square one in dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions or adult/young adult struggles? Has life turned out very different than you imagined? Do you feel like it's a battle every day in parenting or do you have an adolescent who needs the help of a counselor? Are you looking for longer term relief from pain or anxiety that seems to come back? If so, you have found the right place. Whether you are new to counseling or not, we will work together through individualized, evidenced based techniques to help you from session ONE. Brighter days await you!
(843) 905-2502 View (843) 905-2502
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Diane K Holzmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Cayce, SC 29033  (Online Only)
I help those who are going through the struggles/pain/stresses of life and are wanting to grow in their relationship to their higher power and others even during the challenge. I lived overseas 23 years and worked with many clients dealing with anxiety, depression, cultural/ethical issues, grief, marital issues, crises, women's issues, and stress. I am fluent in German and English and have counseled many years in German.
I help those who are going through the struggles/pain/stresses of life and are wanting to grow in their relationship to their higher power and others even during the challenge. I lived overseas 23 years and worked with many clients dealing with anxiety, depression, cultural/ethical issues, grief, marital issues, crises, women's issues, and stress. I am fluent in German and English and have counseled many years in German.
(803) 373-1479 View (803) 373-1479
Acting Out Loud Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyDLPC, CAGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
And... ACTION! Therapy is a place where you can ACT OUT LOUD your frustrations and give voice to the troubling thoughts in your head that cause emotional turmoil and hold you back from being your best self. My clients include individuals who struggle with anger, depression, anxiety, sexual identity, behavioral issues, adjustment issues, grief, loss, life transitions and a host of other challenges. I'm also a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS).
And... ACTION! Therapy is a place where you can ACT OUT LOUD your frustrations and give voice to the troubling thoughts in your head that cause emotional turmoil and hold you back from being your best self. My clients include individuals who struggle with anger, depression, anxiety, sexual identity, behavioral issues, adjustment issues, grief, loss, life transitions and a host of other challenges. I'm also a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist (CAGCS).
(843) 732-4094 View (843) 732-4094

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How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.