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Jeremiah L. Peck
Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Kelso, WA 98626
I help individuals and couples overcome the emotional struggles and relational conflicts which are causing them distress. If you are feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, angry, or misunderstood, I will work with you to equip you with practical tools to practice emotional well-being.
I help individuals and couples overcome the emotional struggles and relational conflicts which are causing them distress. If you are feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, angry, or misunderstood, I will work with you to equip you with practical tools to practice emotional well-being.
(360) 836-0320 View (360) 836-0320
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Macee Whatley
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632  (Online Only)
I have a heart to help equip women and teen girls who are hurting to live a life of growth, acceptance and, ultimately, healing. My passion is to help you identify destructive behaviors and grow in self-awareness, learn healthy ways of processing and communicating, establish healthy boundaries in your personal life and in relationships, grow in self-worth, and create stability in your life. I also love working with couples who could benefit from learning new communication and relational techniques. Every couple has difficulty along the way - I would love to walk alongside you and help guide you through relational healing.
I have a heart to help equip women and teen girls who are hurting to live a life of growth, acceptance and, ultimately, healing. My passion is to help you identify destructive behaviors and grow in self-awareness, learn healthy ways of processing and communicating, establish healthy boundaries in your personal life and in relationships, grow in self-worth, and create stability in your life. I also love working with couples who could benefit from learning new communication and relational techniques. Every couple has difficulty along the way - I would love to walk alongside you and help guide you through relational healing.
(360) 329-9283 View (360) 329-9283
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Sarah Rundell
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Longview, WA 98632
Not accepting new clients
Welcome. Perhaps you know exactly why you're here. Perhaps you're contemplating. It may be healing from past trauma, shaping your anxious energy into something productive, envisioning your days without the weight of depression, searching your soul for connection to something greater, restoring relationships, evicting those critical thoughts you keep thinking about yourself/others, coping effectively with the ridiculous amount of stress out there, spiritual development, or tackling that “thing” that keeps holding you back. My therapeutic style balances understanding of where you're at with keeping you moving forward.
Welcome. Perhaps you know exactly why you're here. Perhaps you're contemplating. It may be healing from past trauma, shaping your anxious energy into something productive, envisioning your days without the weight of depression, searching your soul for connection to something greater, restoring relationships, evicting those critical thoughts you keep thinking about yourself/others, coping effectively with the ridiculous amount of stress out there, spiritual development, or tackling that “thing” that keeps holding you back. My therapeutic style balances understanding of where you're at with keeping you moving forward.
(360) 525-9895 View (360) 525-9895

Online Therapists

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Marie Marotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98107
Anxiety Depression Grief and Loss Chronic and life changing medical conditions Death and living with terminal illnesses Life stage transitions Elders Young Adults (18+) Mid Life Shifts Parenting and family stressors Pregnancy and Post Partum Depression and Anxiety Strengths based care.
My passion lies in supporting people to learn the skills necessary to live their best life at every stage. There are times in life when a professional perspective is needed, and my goal is to provide for psychosocial and emotional healing, helping to navigate difficult circumstances and provide for a supportive environment where each individual can achieve growth and fulfillment on their terms.
Anxiety Depression Grief and Loss Chronic and life changing medical conditions Death and living with terminal illnesses Life stage transitions Elders Young Adults (18+) Mid Life Shifts Parenting and family stressors Pregnancy and Post Partum Depression and Anxiety Strengths based care.
My passion lies in supporting people to learn the skills necessary to live their best life at every stage. There are times in life when a professional perspective is needed, and my goal is to provide for psychosocial and emotional healing, helping to navigate difficult circumstances and provide for a supportive environment where each individual can achieve growth and fulfillment on their terms.
(206) 573-8259 View (206) 573-8259
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Deanne Dietz
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
Welcome. I currently have in office or virtual openings for Traditional 55 minute, or Individual EMDR Intensives (trauma clearing and/or early childhood repair). Please see my website www.hearthealing.org - For Couples Repair Intensives: www.revive-your-relationship.com - Gain clarity and compassion, and feel more connected to others. Men and women come for healing from their past traumas and relief from stressors, such as relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, ADD, ACOA and boundary issues. Others come to gain a sense of who they are, what their life's purpose is, or spiritual growth.
Welcome. I currently have in office or virtual openings for Traditional 55 minute, or Individual EMDR Intensives (trauma clearing and/or early childhood repair). Please see my website www.hearthealing.org - For Couples Repair Intensives: www.revive-your-relationship.com - Gain clarity and compassion, and feel more connected to others. Men and women come for healing from their past traumas and relief from stressors, such as relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, abuse and neglect, ADD, ACOA and boundary issues. Others come to gain a sense of who they are, what their life's purpose is, or spiritual growth.
(253) 651-3752 View (253) 651-3752
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Move in Faith Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lacey, WA 98503  (Online Only)
Are you seeking to overcome challenges and cultivate a positive outlook on life? Whether facing stagnation, life transitions, anxiety, depression, leadership hurdles, faith/spiritual guidance, parenting concerns, communication barriers, grief, identity issues, marital conflicts, or navigating life, let's collaborate on your goals. Together, we'll navigate from your current situation to a place of hope, joy, faith, and determination.
Are you seeking to overcome challenges and cultivate a positive outlook on life? Whether facing stagnation, life transitions, anxiety, depression, leadership hurdles, faith/spiritual guidance, parenting concerns, communication barriers, grief, identity issues, marital conflicts, or navigating life, let's collaborate on your goals. Together, we'll navigate from your current situation to a place of hope, joy, faith, and determination.
(804) 494-4323 View (804) 494-4323
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Jaime Moss
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104
Deafness and hearing loss are also an area I specialize in.
Life not quite what you expected? Come in and we can turn it around together. I have training and experience with a variety of issues including substance and non-substance addictions, deafness and hearing loss, relationship problems, depression, anxiety, adjusting to life changes, grief and loss, divorce, identifying and evolving toward life goals. Intimacy, improving self-esteem, self-confidence, and ability to communicate are often areas that people chose to work on. Sharing your life with another can be joyful and difficult. Therapy is a neutral place to explore the relationship.
Deafness and hearing loss are also an area I specialize in.
Life not quite what you expected? Come in and we can turn it around together. I have training and experience with a variety of issues including substance and non-substance addictions, deafness and hearing loss, relationship problems, depression, anxiety, adjusting to life changes, grief and loss, divorce, identifying and evolving toward life goals. Intimacy, improving self-esteem, self-confidence, and ability to communicate are often areas that people chose to work on. Sharing your life with another can be joyful and difficult. Therapy is a neutral place to explore the relationship.
(206) 278-3439 View (206) 278-3439
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Deborah A Williams
Counselor, MSCP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Barriers I work with include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem, relationship issues and anger problems.
Oftentimes we seek out therapy because components in our lives are causing us significant distress and disrupt our ability to function effectively and feel happiness. I ask clients who come into therapy to bring with them an open attitude, a willingness to explore their life perspectives and their relationships with others, that they may experience true change and healing. This journey towards emotional maturity often involves a certain amount of discomfort and pain before the healing and change can occur. I provide a warm, trusting, safe space to assist people so that they may continue that journey.
Barriers I work with include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, low self-esteem, relationship issues and anger problems.
Oftentimes we seek out therapy because components in our lives are causing us significant distress and disrupt our ability to function effectively and feel happiness. I ask clients who come into therapy to bring with them an open attitude, a willingness to explore their life perspectives and their relationships with others, that they may experience true change and healing. This journey towards emotional maturity often involves a certain amount of discomfort and pain before the healing and change can occur. I provide a warm, trusting, safe space to assist people so that they may continue that journey.
(253) 262-0501 View (253) 262-0501
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Bryan Foster Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Fircrest, WA 98466  (Online Only)
Exclusively telehealth/virtual. Accepting new clients. I HELP people. Whether your relationship is in turmoil or you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief. If it's helping your child with behavior/emotional issues, or any other health/emotional concern. I have 20 years experience helping families and individuals navigate through the storms of life. I can help you do the same. I believe in giving clients (you) practical/useable tools that will help you overcome the worst that life can throw at you and enrich your life when the sailing is smooth. It's time to invest in yourself through the benefits of therapy.
Exclusively telehealth/virtual. Accepting new clients. I HELP people. Whether your relationship is in turmoil or you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or grief. If it's helping your child with behavior/emotional issues, or any other health/emotional concern. I have 20 years experience helping families and individuals navigate through the storms of life. I can help you do the same. I believe in giving clients (you) practical/useable tools that will help you overcome the worst that life can throw at you and enrich your life when the sailing is smooth. It's time to invest in yourself through the benefits of therapy.
(253) 693-4904 View (253) 693-4904
Photo of Melissa Rosenberg, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Castle Rock, WA
Melissa Rosenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98108
My practice focuses on working with clients who are experiencing emotional distress, adjustment challenges, or communication difficulties. My clients may be struggling with relationship issues, a major life transition, such as divorce or other family changes, or the death of a loved one. Other clients may face the ongoing challenges of living with depression, anxiety, addiction, and/or trauma. My emphasis is on assisting all of my clients to find hope, direction, and a better path forward, using their own inherent strengths. You deserve to feel supported and empowered.
My practice focuses on working with clients who are experiencing emotional distress, adjustment challenges, or communication difficulties. My clients may be struggling with relationship issues, a major life transition, such as divorce or other family changes, or the death of a loved one. Other clients may face the ongoing challenges of living with depression, anxiety, addiction, and/or trauma. My emphasis is on assisting all of my clients to find hope, direction, and a better path forward, using their own inherent strengths. You deserve to feel supported and empowered.
(206) 565-1660 View (206) 565-1660
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Katie Unterreiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98126
I use Emotionally focused, Narrative, IFS, CBT, expressive arts, Somatic & Mindfulness to support women processing grief, and unprocessed emotions that may be creating emotional blocks.
Are you looking for a beginning that pays attention to the subtle healing and shifts that you are making and wanting to bring into the world? Often times the areas of our life that are not working well are guided by trauma informed emotional patterns and feeling habits, that pull us away from our own wisdom, progress and health. Fear and the energy it holds can unconsciously play a role in self sabotage, anxiety and counter manifesting. Using expressive arts, IFS, food science, poetry, spiritual awareness and a holistic approach, I can help you connect with your elevated self. I also provide walk and talk therapy in West Seattle.
I use Emotionally focused, Narrative, IFS, CBT, expressive arts, Somatic & Mindfulness to support women processing grief, and unprocessed emotions that may be creating emotional blocks.
Are you looking for a beginning that pays attention to the subtle healing and shifts that you are making and wanting to bring into the world? Often times the areas of our life that are not working well are guided by trauma informed emotional patterns and feeling habits, that pull us away from our own wisdom, progress and health. Fear and the energy it holds can unconsciously play a role in self sabotage, anxiety and counter manifesting. Using expressive arts, IFS, food science, poetry, spiritual awareness and a holistic approach, I can help you connect with your elevated self. I also provide walk and talk therapy in West Seattle.
(206) 408-3828 View (206) 408-3828
Photo of Carrie Erickson, Marriage & Family Therapist in Castle Rock, WA
Carrie Erickson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Specialties:Depression, Anxiety, Mindfulness, Family/Relationships, LGBQT, Infertility, Trauma, Sex/Sexuality, Spirituality/Grief & health/wellness.
Hi & Welcome! I'm a highly skilled Marriage & Family therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience with clients & supervision of interns. I have a B.S. in Communications & a M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy. If you are in need of immediate help/relief or looking for long-term therapy, I can definitely address your concerns as I am trained in both. My areas of expertise are working with adults, teens, relationships, & families looking to create authentic, lasting change. My style is collaborative, compassionate, directive, & fun. Hope is essential for Healing. Resilience is essential to Thrive. I can help you achieve both.
Specialties:Depression, Anxiety, Mindfulness, Family/Relationships, LGBQT, Infertility, Trauma, Sex/Sexuality, Spirituality/Grief & health/wellness.
Hi & Welcome! I'm a highly skilled Marriage & Family therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience with clients & supervision of interns. I have a B.S. in Communications & a M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy. If you are in need of immediate help/relief or looking for long-term therapy, I can definitely address your concerns as I am trained in both. My areas of expertise are working with adults, teens, relationships, & families looking to create authentic, lasting change. My style is collaborative, compassionate, directive, & fun. Hope is essential for Healing. Resilience is essential to Thrive. I can help you achieve both.
(206) 317-5126 View (206) 317-5126
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Nimuë, PLLC - Conscious Collaborative Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98662
I am an LGBTQIA+ provider and love working with adults who are ready to dig deep and make healthy changes to live their best lives. Whether you are LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or Empath, or label yourself as "outside the box" I am ready to help you see your beautiful strengths and empower you with the tools to help change unhealthy patterns in order to create your best life. Clients that have sought my services have reported that I was helpful in processing their trauma, identifying self-sabotaging behaviors, moving thru grief, re-inventing themselves post divorce or in simply learning how to live in the Now.
I am an LGBTQIA+ provider and love working with adults who are ready to dig deep and make healthy changes to live their best lives. Whether you are LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or Empath, or label yourself as "outside the box" I am ready to help you see your beautiful strengths and empower you with the tools to help change unhealthy patterns in order to create your best life. Clients that have sought my services have reported that I was helpful in processing their trauma, identifying self-sabotaging behaviors, moving thru grief, re-inventing themselves post divorce or in simply learning how to live in the Now.
(360) 531-7607 View (360) 531-7607
Photo of Lisa Ryan, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Castle Rock, WA
Lisa Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Olympia, WA 98501  (Online Only)
Have you felt hopeless or unable to make changes in your life? Maybe you are hurting due to disconnection in relationships? Do your worries overwhelm you and interfere with your daily life? Are you stuck in a cycle of unhealthy behaviors? Is trauma or loss consuming your thought life, leaving you sad and exhausted? Does parenting feel impossible? You are not alone. It IS possible to feel better. Therapy provides a confidential space to explore and clarify your goals and to work through challenges, while receiving encouragement and learning tools to support you in healing and thriving. You CAN live the life you’ve hoped for.
Have you felt hopeless or unable to make changes in your life? Maybe you are hurting due to disconnection in relationships? Do your worries overwhelm you and interfere with your daily life? Are you stuck in a cycle of unhealthy behaviors? Is trauma or loss consuming your thought life, leaving you sad and exhausted? Does parenting feel impossible? You are not alone. It IS possible to feel better. Therapy provides a confidential space to explore and clarify your goals and to work through challenges, while receiving encouragement and learning tools to support you in healing and thriving. You CAN live the life you’ve hoped for.
(541) 725-3912 View (541) 725-3912
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Angela Lim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, WA 98031
Perhaps you are navigating life transitions, grappling with grief and loss, or facing the complexities of serious illness or disability? Maybe you are a care provider who faces this with their loved one or with your patients? I am dedicated to walking beside you, through these challenges and facilitating growth. With extensive training and certification in grief counseling for all ages, I understand there are many losses in life, including when there has been a death. Loss permeates various aspects of our lives, and my practice acknowledges and addresses the profound impact it can have.
Perhaps you are navigating life transitions, grappling with grief and loss, or facing the complexities of serious illness or disability? Maybe you are a care provider who faces this with their loved one or with your patients? I am dedicated to walking beside you, through these challenges and facilitating growth. With extensive training and certification in grief counseling for all ages, I understand there are many losses in life, including when there has been a death. Loss permeates various aspects of our lives, and my practice acknowledges and addresses the profound impact it can have.
(253) 364-7709 View (253) 364-7709
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Real Solutions Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Des Moines, WA 98198
We have an affordable and accessible therapist to support your needs. It can be challenging to find affordable therapy when you need assistance with the difficulties of daily life, relationship concerns, experiences with depression, anxiety, anger or grief. Our options of virtual sessions, in person in Des Moines WA or Bellingham, provides accessibility to receive quality services. Our knowledgeable and compassionate team have morning and evening appointments. This is what you have been looking for in your search for your therapist.
We have an affordable and accessible therapist to support your needs. It can be challenging to find affordable therapy when you need assistance with the difficulties of daily life, relationship concerns, experiences with depression, anxiety, anger or grief. Our options of virtual sessions, in person in Des Moines WA or Bellingham, provides accessibility to receive quality services. Our knowledgeable and compassionate team have morning and evening appointments. This is what you have been looking for in your search for your therapist.
(206) 278-3087 View (206) 278-3087
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Janet Van DBA Joy Us Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98001  (Online Only)
Together, we will successfully reduce stress, anxiety, depression, grief; strengthen relationships; decrease effects of past traumas, and internal conflict.
Life can be overwhelming, and it can feel like your life is spinning out of control. Counseling is a way to work through life challenges in a safe and confidential way. Finding the right counselor and the therapy that fits you and your life is an important step. My goal is to co-create with you a trusting relationship and a safe space for you to experiment with and experience the growth and changes you are seeking. You can gain perspective, reclaim your strengths, understand why certain patterns arise and help to find ways change those patterns.
Together, we will successfully reduce stress, anxiety, depression, grief; strengthen relationships; decrease effects of past traumas, and internal conflict.
Life can be overwhelming, and it can feel like your life is spinning out of control. Counseling is a way to work through life challenges in a safe and confidential way. Finding the right counselor and the therapy that fits you and your life is an important step. My goal is to co-create with you a trusting relationship and a safe space for you to experiment with and experience the growth and changes you are seeking. You can gain perspective, reclaim your strengths, understand why certain patterns arise and help to find ways change those patterns.
(253) 461-1597 View (253) 461-1597
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Malika Bains
Counselor, MS, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Tukwila, WA 98188
I have gained experience in working with adults facing challenges including, not limited to, anxiety, grief, depression, life transition, and trauma.
I believe that as humans we have the ability to be a whole and complete individual. And there are times when this inner strength is overpowered by sudden or ongoing anxiety, unhappiness, and at times even anger. Have you found yourself being stuck in these emotions? Or feeling that no one understands the intensity of the life challenges you're experiencing? I provide a safe environment where we can explore your values and needs together and move towards being the version of self that you aspire to be.
I have gained experience in working with adults facing challenges including, not limited to, anxiety, grief, depression, life transition, and trauma.
I believe that as humans we have the ability to be a whole and complete individual. And there are times when this inner strength is overpowered by sudden or ongoing anxiety, unhappiness, and at times even anger. Have you found yourself being stuck in these emotions? Or feeling that no one understands the intensity of the life challenges you're experiencing? I provide a safe environment where we can explore your values and needs together and move towards being the version of self that you aspire to be.
(253) 480-6408 View (253) 480-6408
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Katharine E McCormack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DREL, LICSW, ACSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Kent, WA 98032  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Most people experience times in their lives when circumstances create sudden change, stress, multiple losses, grief, depression, challenges to physical health & mental health, spiritual crises, & other concerns. In such times, we typically find ourselves needing new ideas or even wishing for comfort. It can be helpful to have a guide who specializes in concepts and coping skills that can lead to lasting change. I am a clinical social worker with years of experience working w/ a wide variety of such issues. Please Note: My practice is at capacity; I am rarely able to accept new clients. However, there may be a wait list below.
Most people experience times in their lives when circumstances create sudden change, stress, multiple losses, grief, depression, challenges to physical health & mental health, spiritual crises, & other concerns. In such times, we typically find ourselves needing new ideas or even wishing for comfort. It can be helpful to have a guide who specializes in concepts and coping skills that can lead to lasting change. I am a clinical social worker with years of experience working w/ a wide variety of such issues. Please Note: My practice is at capacity; I am rarely able to accept new clients. However, there may be a wait list below.
(206) 339-5260 View (206) 339-5260
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Grace Pyon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
I work with a variety of individuals struggling with depression, mood changes, anxiety, panic, trauma, domestic violence, relationship discords, emotional regulation, grief and loss, and self-worth.
It takes strength, courage, and self-awareness to reach out to a stranger for support. I believe you are the expert in your own story, and you have the potential for your own healing and growth. In our collaborative work together, I will help you navigate challenges you are experiencing, and help you recognize your strengths and skills to empower yourself through your journey.
I work with a variety of individuals struggling with depression, mood changes, anxiety, panic, trauma, domestic violence, relationship discords, emotional regulation, grief and loss, and self-worth.
It takes strength, courage, and self-awareness to reach out to a stranger for support. I believe you are the expert in your own story, and you have the potential for your own healing and growth. In our collaborative work together, I will help you navigate challenges you are experiencing, and help you recognize your strengths and skills to empower yourself through your journey.
(206) 208-2310 View (206) 208-2310
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.