Therapy for Grief

Grief is a deeply personal experience that can take on many different forms, and no matter what kind of loss you’re carrying, it’s real, valid, and worthy of acknowledgment. Whether you’re mourning the death of a loved one, navigating life without them, or experiencing a loss that might not be as immediately visible—like the end of a relationship, a major life transition, the loss of health, identity, or the future you once envisioned—your grief matters. It’s not just about what’s gone; it’s about what has shifted, what will never be the same, and the pieces of yourself that have been affected along the way.

Society may push you to “move on” or “find closure,” but grief doesn’t operate on a neat timeline, and it certainly doesn’t conform to a standard set of stages. It’s messy, unpredictable, and, at times, overwhelming. It comes in waves, with moments of relative calm and others where it crashes unexpectedly. There may be days when you feel like you're holding it together, and others when the simplest tasks feel impossibly heavy.

In therapy, there’s no expectation that you should rush through your grief or suppress your emotions to fit a prescribed narrative. Together, we’ll honor your loss and the full spectrum of emotions that come with it. We’ll explore how you can navigate life moving forward—not by forgetting what you've lost, but by learning to carry that grief in a way that allows you to live with it, without it taking over. Healing is not about erasing your love or memories; it’s about creating space to hold them while also making room for your growth.

Grief doesn’t have to be navigated alone. I’m here to walk alongside you in the sorrow, the confusion, and even the moments of light that will eventually begin to emerge. Your grief is yours to carry, and you have the right to grieve in the ways that feel authentic to you, free from societal pressure or judgment.

Grief can manifest in countless ways, and it rarely follows a predictable or conventional path. Whether you're mourning the loss of a loved one or grieving something less visible—such as the end of a relationship, a shift in health, disability, or a dream for the future—it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and invalidating at times. Here are some struggles you might be facing as you navigate grief:

  • Feeling lost or uncertain of your identity after a major loss.

  • Struggling with the unpredictability of grief and the waves that hit when you least expect them.

  • Facing pressure from others to "move on" before you feel ready.

  • Wrestling with guilt—whether for things left unsaid, relief after suffering, or for feeling moments of joy again.

  • Wondering if your grief is “too much” or “not enough” for others to understand.

  • Grieving something that isn’t widely recognized, like chronic illness, disability, or a significant life change.

  • Feeling isolated, as if no one truly understands or validates your grief.

  • Struggling with shifts in your sense of identity, purpose, or the way you see the future.

  • Experiencing emotional numbness, exhaustion, or difficulty functioning day-to-day.

  • Trying to honor your loss while figuring out how to move forward with your life.

Grief is complicated, and there’s no “right” or “wrong” way to experience it. Whatever you’re grieving, therapy provides a space to process, heal, and find your way forward in a way that feels true to you, not to societal expectations. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone.

  • Grief is a complex, deeply personal journey—one that’s often made harder by a world that doesn’t understand the depth of your loss or the ongoing impact it has on your life. Processing grief isn’t about rushing to "get over it"; it’s about finding a way to hold it, to honor it, and to heal in your own time and space. In our work together, we’ll focus on how grief shows up in your life and explore how you can process it in a way that feels both compassionate and empowering, moving through the emotions as they arise without the pressure to follow any timeline.

    I’ll meet you exactly where you are—creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can experience grief on your own terms. Whether you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one, the loss of a part of yourself, or the grief that comes with societal oppression, we’ll work together to process the emotions without rushing, forcing, or invalidating what you’re feeling. We’ll recognize that grief is messy, multifaceted, and unique to you—and that it doesn’t look the same for everyone.

    Grief often shows up in the body, too—whether as tension, exhaustion, or emotional numbness. If this is something you’re experiencing, we’ll explore somatic practices and other tools to help release some of that weight, allowing you to process grief from a more balanced and integrated place. We’ll also explore how the world around you might compound your grief, whether through societal expectations of “moving on” or pressures to fit into a system that doesn’t honor the time and space grief demands.

    If you’re struggling with guilt, regret, or confusion about who you are now, I’ll support you in processing these emotions with deep self-compassion and care. You won’t have to battle yourself during this journey—we’ll work at your pace, helping you heal authentically and without shame. And if your grief has been complicated by systems of oppression or colonialism, we’ll hold space for that, exploring how these larger forces have shaped your experience and how healing can also involve reclaiming your narrative in a world that often doesn’t make space for your pain.

    Above all, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, understanding, and a trauma-informed approach. Processing grief is not about forgetting or moving on quickly—it’s about finding a new way to live with your loss while also honoring your path toward healing, on your terms.

    I’ll meet you where you’re at, creating a safe space where you can experience grief on your terms. This could mean exploring the pain of loss without judgment, allowing you to feel what you need to feel and helping you find tools to manage the waves of emotion. We’ll work at your pace, honoring the fact that grief doesn’t follow a set timeline or path—it’s unique to you.

    We’ll also address the physical side of grief, as it often shows up in your body. If you’re carrying tension, exhaustion, or emotional numbness, we’ll work together on practices that help you release some of that weight, allowing your body and mind to process grief in a more balanced way.

    If you’re struggling with guilt, regret, or confusion about who you are now, I’ll help you move through these feelings with self-compassion and care. You won’t have to battle yourself in the process—we’ll focus on healing in a way that feels gentle and authentic to your experience.

    Above all, I’m here to support you through this experience, offering a trauma-informed approach that’s rooted in understanding and kindness. Processing grief is not about forgetting or moving on quickly; it’s about finding a new way to live with your loss while still honoring your journey toward healing.