Therapist, Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Loss is a common human experience, and yet we all tend to expect grief to be brief. And however common, our experiences are always unique. Having someone to process this with can create a sense of peace and ease while you ride the inevitable ebbs and flows of grief.
Unfortunately, we live in an age of excess uncertainty due to violence, natural disaster, disease, war and various health issues. Loss of loved ones or others close to us can lead to uncomplicated or complicated grief. I help clients accept and process the emotions and life changes caused by unexpected or anticipated loss.
Have you lost a loved one, or has your life changed drastically? I can help you by creating a safe space that has room for all your feelings so that you can start to process them.
Grief is the one emotion that even emotionally 'tough' people can't push down. Therapy can help you process your grief so you no longer have to carry it alone. We can explore the relationship you had with the person who died, including both the positive and negative aspects. We will attempt to make sense of the death so you can let go of all the 'what ifs.' We can find a way to help you move forward instead of feeling like time has stopped.
Providing compassionate support as you navigate the complex emotions associated with loss is vital. Working through loss often involves processing feelings, developing coping strategies and finding meaning in your experience. Expressing and reframing your stories of loss often can help move you towards healing and acceptance. By creating a safe and empathetic space, therapy aids in the journey towards emotional adjustment and the eventual restoration of a sense of normality and hope.