Grief Treatment Centers in Oak Brook, IL

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Shared Vision Psychological Services, Inc
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Brook, IL 60523
When you or someone you love is hurting, we know how important it is to find the right place for therapeutic support—a place where you can feel comfortable, a therapist who will provide the personalized care you need to help you heal. The staff at Shared Vision Psychological Services is committed to providing individualized attention to every person, couple and family we see. It is our goal to help you, too. In everything we do—from individual psychotherapy, to group sessions, to our nature-inspired surroundings—we strive to make you feel comfortable, encouraged and understood. And, we will work side-by-side with you, your child or spouse, to help reach understanding, strengthen resilience and experience hope. Please see our services to see how our team of clinical psychologists can help you.
When you or someone you love is hurting, we know how important it is to find the right place for therapeutic support—a place where you can feel comfortable, a therapist who will provide the personalized care you need to help you heal. The staff at Shared Vision Psychological Services is committed to providing individualized attention to every person, couple and family we see. It is our goal to help you, too. In everything we do—from individual psychotherapy, to group sessions, to our nature-inspired surroundings—we strive to make you feel comfortable, encouraged and understood. And, we will work side-by-side with you, your child or spouse, to help reach understanding, strengthen resilience and experience hope. Please see our services to see how our team of clinical psychologists can help you.
(630) 882-3527 x224 View (630) 882-3527 x224
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Compass Health Center – Oak Brook
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Brook, IL 60521
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
(630) 333-1979 View (630) 333-1979
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YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Brook, IL 60523
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago utilizes a strengths-based, empowerment, and client-centered approach in providing counseling. Our experts are available to assist clients in addressing a variety of issue areas and concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, parenting, relationships, life transitions, PTSD, sex & intimacy, and family dynamics.
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago utilizes a strengths-based, empowerment, and client-centered approach in providing counseling. Our experts are available to assist clients in addressing a variety of issue areas and concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, parenting, relationships, life transitions, PTSD, sex & intimacy, and family dynamics.
(312) 487-4328 View (312) 487-4328
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Mindful TMS and DuPage Psychiatric Care
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Mindful TMS is a unique group of mental health centers, first in Chicago with nTMS (neuronavigation-guided) for accurate targeting of brain circuitry, with 6 locations in the Greater Chicago Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatments (www.mindfultms.com) 1 888 59 MINDF(UL); and full-service psychiatric care thru DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC. (708) 434-4090 Our passion is helping those with depression, OCD, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and other psychiatric conditions through scientifically proven novel technologies and personalized care. Our goal is to provide you with a seamless experience, which means we take care of all the administrative work, the insurance approval process, and clinical treatment so that you can solely focus on achieving wellness. Mindful TMS is happy to be there for you every step of the way, whether you are seeing us for TMS treatment, medication management, or your very first psychiatry appointment. Visit us at our 5 locations: Wheaton, Hinsdale, downtown Chicago, Oak Park, and Oak Lawn!
Mindful TMS is a unique group of mental health centers, first in Chicago with nTMS (neuronavigation-guided) for accurate targeting of brain circuitry, with 6 locations in the Greater Chicago Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatments (www.mindfultms.com) 1 888 59 MINDF(UL); and full-service psychiatric care thru DuPage Psychiatric Care PLLC. (708) 434-4090 Our passion is helping those with depression, OCD, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and other psychiatric conditions through scientifically proven novel technologies and personalized care. Our goal is to provide you with a seamless experience, which means we take care of all the administrative work, the insurance approval process, and clinical treatment so that you can solely focus on achieving wellness. Mindful TMS is happy to be there for you every step of the way, whether you are seeing us for TMS treatment, medication management, or your very first psychiatry appointment. Visit us at our 5 locations: Wheaton, Hinsdale, downtown Chicago, Oak Park, and Oak Lawn!
(331) 444-7599 View (331) 444-7599

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Acera Health - Adult Mental Health Inpatient
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
We specialize in various areas, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and stress management.
Achieving lasting change in your life can be difficult, but it is possible with the right support. At Acera Health, we offer a range of services to help you restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
We specialize in various areas, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and stress management.
Achieving lasting change in your life can be difficult, but it is possible with the right support. At Acera Health, we offer a range of services to help you restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
(949) 755-8374 View (949) 755-8374
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Community Service Council of Northern Will County
Treatment Center, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Lemont, IL 60439
We also provide outreach with programs such as grief counseling and support for the caregivers of seniors.
With Master’s level educations and experience, our clinical counselors are committed to helping people improve, solidify, and strengthen relationships. We’re mental health professionals that are specifically trained to work with relationships and that’s why we are uniquely qualified to help you improve relationships in all their forms. We want to help you with making real and lasting changes. Those changes may entail thinking differently, feeling differently, or acting differently. We’ll work with you to identify obstacles that are keeping you from reaching your goals and will utilize proven tools and techniques to remove those obstacles.
We also provide outreach with programs such as grief counseling and support for the caregivers of seniors.
With Master’s level educations and experience, our clinical counselors are committed to helping people improve, solidify, and strengthen relationships. We’re mental health professionals that are specifically trained to work with relationships and that’s why we are uniquely qualified to help you improve relationships in all their forms. We want to help you with making real and lasting changes. Those changes may entail thinking differently, feeling differently, or acting differently. We’ll work with you to identify obstacles that are keeping you from reaching your goals and will utilize proven tools and techniques to remove those obstacles.
(815) 828-6874 View (815) 828-6874
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Symmetry Counseling
Treatment Center, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berwyn, IL 60402
Welcome to Symmetry Counseling. We are a group of over 25 mental health professionals located in Chicago Loop specializing in counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching for individuals, couples, and families. We chose the name Symmetry because the word evokes our goal to assist you in developing an ability to remain balanced and resilient under the forces of change.
Welcome to Symmetry Counseling. We are a group of over 25 mental health professionals located in Chicago Loop specializing in counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching for individuals, couples, and families. We chose the name Symmetry because the word evokes our goal to assist you in developing an ability to remain balanced and resilient under the forces of change.
(312) 698-3470 View (312) 698-3470
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Evolve Depression Treatment for Teens
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148
Evolve Ojai offers premier mental health, substance use, and dual diagnosis treatment for children and teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harming/high-risk behaviors, addiction, suicidality, ADHD, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, and other emotional/behavioral issues. At Evolve, we cater exclusively to adolescents. Our treatment team includes a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, licensed therapists, on-site nurses, counselors and 24-hour support staff. We focus on what we do best: creating a safe, supportive, warm home environment for kids and teens to stabilize and learn practical ways to improve their emotional health. It’s research-proven that kids and teens have specific clinical needs that differ from other age groups. A specialty program like ours can be a safer, higher-quality experience for your child than other programs which also include adults. Our high staff-client ratio, small groups (we only serve up to six teens at any given time), and licensed, experienced clinical team allow us to provide the highest caliber of personalized, evidence-based care.
Evolve Ojai offers premier mental health, substance use, and dual diagnosis treatment for children and teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harming/high-risk behaviors, addiction, suicidality, ADHD, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, and other emotional/behavioral issues. At Evolve, we cater exclusively to adolescents. Our treatment team includes a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, licensed therapists, on-site nurses, counselors and 24-hour support staff. We focus on what we do best: creating a safe, supportive, warm home environment for kids and teens to stabilize and learn practical ways to improve their emotional health. It’s research-proven that kids and teens have specific clinical needs that differ from other age groups. A specialty program like ours can be a safer, higher-quality experience for your child than other programs which also include adults. Our high staff-client ratio, small groups (we only serve up to six teens at any given time), and licensed, experienced clinical team allow us to provide the highest caliber of personalized, evidence-based care.
(855) 358-5049 View (855) 358-5049
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Cognitive Solutions Learning Center
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148
We are a cutting edge facility offering a broad range of services, including learning disability and attention deficit disorder assessment and remediation, executive functions training and ADHD coaching, psychotherapy, and the latest neurofeedback technologies. We specialize in non-medicinal treatments for disorders of attention. Please refer to our website for a comprehensive list of our services. Alternatively, feel free to contact us at (773) 755-1775 or by emailing info@helpforld.com for more information.
We are a cutting edge facility offering a broad range of services, including learning disability and attention deficit disorder assessment and remediation, executive functions training and ADHD coaching, psychotherapy, and the latest neurofeedback technologies. We specialize in non-medicinal treatments for disorders of attention. Please refer to our website for a comprehensive list of our services. Alternatively, feel free to contact us at (773) 755-1775 or by emailing info@helpforld.com for more information.
(773) 922-6518 View (773) 922-6518
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Fleming Family Therapy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Fleming Family Therapy is a premier outpatient counseling center with locations in Chicago and Downers Grove. We currently offer services for individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. We believe every therapy session should be a great experience. Seriously. You’re here for a reason. Maybe it’s a specific issue, a goal, or an improvement you’d like to make. You’ve already imagined the impact this change will have on your life. What’s more exciting than becoming the person you want to be?
Fleming Family Therapy is a premier outpatient counseling center with locations in Chicago and Downers Grove. We currently offer services for individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. We believe every therapy session should be a great experience. Seriously. You’re here for a reason. Maybe it’s a specific issue, a goal, or an improvement you’d like to make. You’ve already imagined the impact this change will have on your life. What’s more exciting than becoming the person you want to be?
(312) 262-3794 View (312) 262-3794
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Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center
Treatment Center, LPC, LAC, CAC-III, CSAC-A
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for adolescents (ages 13 to 18) and young adults (ages 18 to 30) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for adolescents (ages 13 to 18) and young adults (ages 18 to 30) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
(708) 419-3474 View (708) 419-3474
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Advanced Behavioral Centers of Dupage
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
We are a group of behavioral health providers with advanced degrees in our respective fields with offices in Dupage County. We have centers in Hinsdale and in Oakbrook Terrace. We have providers with the following credentials: Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Clinical and Professional Counselors.
We are a group of behavioral health providers with advanced degrees in our respective fields with offices in Dupage County. We have centers in Hinsdale and in Oakbrook Terrace. We have providers with the following credentials: Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Clinical and Professional Counselors.
(708) 294-7286 View (708) 294-7286
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Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center
Treatment Center, LPC, LAC, CAC-III, CSAC-A
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for adolescents (ages 13 to 18) and young adults (ages 18 to 30) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
Sandstone Care provides substance use, addiction, and mental health treatment for adolescents (ages 13 to 18) and young adults (ages 18 to 30) including Residential Treatment, Day Treatment (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and General Outpatient (OP) programming.
(630) 634-7342 View (630) 634-7342
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Guided Path Psychological Services, LLC
Treatment Center, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hinsdale, IL 60521
For close to 20 years, the therapists at Guided Path have provided comprehensive and effective treatment for all who walk through our door. Lives are changed, people start believing in themselves, goals are obtained and relationships enhanced. Our client's needs vary as does our treatment approach. See for yourself what can happen when you reach out and make that first call on your journey toward wellness.
For close to 20 years, the therapists at Guided Path have provided comprehensive and effective treatment for all who walk through our door. Lives are changed, people start believing in themselves, goals are obtained and relationships enhanced. Our client's needs vary as does our treatment approach. See for yourself what can happen when you reach out and make that first call on your journey toward wellness.
(847) 241-1957 View (847) 241-1957
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Meier Clinics of Illinois
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Wheaton, IL 60187
Our Catalyst Day Program in Wheaton is designed for adults 18 years and older. It is designed to be less restrictive than a hospital or residential program while providing a higher level of care than is available through outpatient counseling. This intensive treatment program may be the perfect answer for those who are not making satisfactory progress through outpatient counseling, need to move through an issue more quickly due to a life crisis, or as a step-down from hospital/residential care. The treatment plan is customized to meet the individual's unique needs, integrating psychological, physical and spiritual components. Many clients find comfort in the fact that we are Christian based so they have confidence the care they receive will not conflict with their beliefs. Whether or not clients are Christian, they receive equal respect and quality care in a safe environment. Our treatment team includes a psychiatrist, psychologists, a nurse, and master level counselors who work together to provide educational, life skills and problem-solving groups; individual counseling sessions; medication management; and other treatment interventions as needed. Visit our website at meierclinics.org to read comments from former clients who found the healing and hope they needed.
Our Catalyst Day Program in Wheaton is designed for adults 18 years and older. It is designed to be less restrictive than a hospital or residential program while providing a higher level of care than is available through outpatient counseling. This intensive treatment program may be the perfect answer for those who are not making satisfactory progress through outpatient counseling, need to move through an issue more quickly due to a life crisis, or as a step-down from hospital/residential care. The treatment plan is customized to meet the individual's unique needs, integrating psychological, physical and spiritual components. Many clients find comfort in the fact that we are Christian based so they have confidence the care they receive will not conflict with their beliefs. Whether or not clients are Christian, they receive equal respect and quality care in a safe environment. Our treatment team includes a psychiatrist, psychologists, a nurse, and master level counselors who work together to provide educational, life skills and problem-solving groups; individual counseling sessions; medication management; and other treatment interventions as needed. Visit our website at meierclinics.org to read comments from former clients who found the healing and hope they needed.
(630) 653-1717 View (630) 653-1717
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Behavioral Services Center
Treatment Center, PhD, LCPC, CAADC, SAP, CPAIP
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Behavioral Services Center is a licensed mental health and substance abuse treatment facility in the Chicagoland area that offers unique integrative patient-centered treatment. Our Center specializes in outpatient detox and substance abuse and mental health disorders. The Center offers psychiatric, crisis, individual, and group care. The Center accepts a range of insurance plans and offers sliding scale payment options.
Behavioral Services Center is a licensed mental health and substance abuse treatment facility in the Chicagoland area that offers unique integrative patient-centered treatment. Our Center specializes in outpatient detox and substance abuse and mental health disorders. The Center offers psychiatric, crisis, individual, and group care. The Center accepts a range of insurance plans and offers sliding scale payment options.
(847) 416-2724 View (847) 416-2724
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Riverwalk Counseling Center, Inc
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lisle, IL 60532
Welcome to Riverwalk Counseling Center! I know how hard it is to ask for help and find the right therapist. If you have come this far, hopefully, you will reach out and talk to someone. My goal is to match you with the therapist that best suites your needs. And, if I can't help, I can refer you to someone who can. Here's what people say about me: "That since I have been coming here, I have been getting better with everything". "I feel like I'm taking steps toward improving my feelings about my life."
Welcome to Riverwalk Counseling Center! I know how hard it is to ask for help and find the right therapist. If you have come this far, hopefully, you will reach out and talk to someone. My goal is to match you with the therapist that best suites your needs. And, if I can't help, I can refer you to someone who can. Here's what people say about me: "That since I have been coming here, I have been getting better with everything". "I feel like I'm taking steps toward improving my feelings about my life."
(630) 733-1938 View (630) 733-1938
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Behavioral Health Services Central DuPage Hospital
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Wheaton, IL 60189
Drug or alcohol abuse and addiction can take a toll on relationships, family life, work performance, and physical and mental health. Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health offers compassionate and effective abstinence-based care to address the cycle of substance abuse and addiction, and help individuals regain control of their lives. Our physicians are certified in addiction medicine, and offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol dependency disorders. Our services include: Medical Detoxification, Inpatient Residential Care, Rehabilitation, Outpatient Care- PHP, IOP, & Continuing Care, Dual Diagnosis, MAT, and a Outdoor Recreational Space. As the individual progresses through treatment, our team works to address behavioral, emotional, social and work-related issues. For patients with identified co-occurring mental health disorders, a psychiatric evaluation can be provided. Our compassionate approach has helped adults 18 and older safely and successfully withdraw from illegal drugs, prescription medications, alcohol and other substances as well as stay in recovery.
Drug or alcohol abuse and addiction can take a toll on relationships, family life, work performance, and physical and mental health. Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health offers compassionate and effective abstinence-based care to address the cycle of substance abuse and addiction, and help individuals regain control of their lives. Our physicians are certified in addiction medicine, and offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol dependency disorders. Our services include: Medical Detoxification, Inpatient Residential Care, Rehabilitation, Outpatient Care- PHP, IOP, & Continuing Care, Dual Diagnosis, MAT, and a Outdoor Recreational Space. As the individual progresses through treatment, our team works to address behavioral, emotional, social and work-related issues. For patients with identified co-occurring mental health disorders, a psychiatric evaluation can be provided. Our compassionate approach has helped adults 18 and older safely and successfully withdraw from illegal drugs, prescription medications, alcohol and other substances as well as stay in recovery.
(630) 592-2573 View (630) 592-2573
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Irving & Associates in Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60515
As a multi-specialty group practice, our goal is to provide an individual approach to treatment based on each client's needs. We work from a strength-based approach, and provide a variety of services ranging from individual therapy to family work. We will do our best to pair you with a therapist that best fits your needs and goals for therapy.
As a multi-specialty group practice, our goal is to provide an individual approach to treatment based on each client's needs. We work from a strength-based approach, and provide a variety of services ranging from individual therapy to family work. We will do our best to pair you with a therapist that best fits your needs and goals for therapy.
(630) 473-6996 x1 View (630) 473-6996 x1
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Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center Illinois
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301
Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center provides specialized treatment for mood and anxiety disorders in Chicago, IL and Austin, TX. Pathlight also works closely with Eating Recovery Center, the only national, vertically integrated healthcare system dedicated to treating eating and related disorders at any stage of the illness. Accredited by the Joint Commission and led by a nationally recognized team of experts across multiple behavioral healthcare disciplines, Insight leverages comprehensive, evidence-based treatment approaches to support adults, adolescents and families suffering from mood and anxiety disorders.
Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center provides specialized treatment for mood and anxiety disorders in Chicago, IL and Austin, TX. Pathlight also works closely with Eating Recovery Center, the only national, vertically integrated healthcare system dedicated to treating eating and related disorders at any stage of the illness. Accredited by the Joint Commission and led by a nationally recognized team of experts across multiple behavioral healthcare disciplines, Insight leverages comprehensive, evidence-based treatment approaches to support adults, adolescents and families suffering from mood and anxiety disorders.
(312) 273-6176 View (312) 273-6176

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Grief Treatment Centers

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.