Grief Therapists in Winnetka, CA

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Crystal Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91303
Hello, my name is Crystal Harris and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California, (license 101995). I received my Master's in Social Work from Denver University and have spent most of my career in the medical field working with the chronically ill, dying, and grieving. My work provides me the opportunity to utilize mindfulness for stress reduction, cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive psychotherapy, life review, and grief and trauma support. My assessment includes physical, emotional, and existential health.
Hello, my name is Crystal Harris and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California, (license 101995). I received my Master's in Social Work from Denver University and have spent most of my career in the medical field working with the chronically ill, dying, and grieving. My work provides me the opportunity to utilize mindfulness for stress reduction, cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive psychotherapy, life review, and grief and trauma support. My assessment includes physical, emotional, and existential health.
(747) 285-7682 View (747) 285-7682
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Nasha Katrack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306  (Online Only)
Specializing in trauma, grief, and perinatal mental health, I offer EMDR, a powerful trauma-healing approach, along with intensives for deeper, transformative work.
Imagine finding a safe, supportive space to truly express yourself. If you’re a human facing trauma, anxiety, grief, or perinatal mental health challenges, I’m here for you. Together, we’ll explore your unique experiences and develop tools to foster resilience and self-compassion. My goal is to help you reclaim your narrative and embrace your sensitivity as a strength. Let’s work together to empower you on your healing journey. I’d be honored to walk beside you on your therapy journey.
Specializing in trauma, grief, and perinatal mental health, I offer EMDR, a powerful trauma-healing approach, along with intensives for deeper, transformative work.
Imagine finding a safe, supportive space to truly express yourself. If you’re a human facing trauma, anxiety, grief, or perinatal mental health challenges, I’m here for you. Together, we’ll explore your unique experiences and develop tools to foster resilience and self-compassion. My goal is to help you reclaim your narrative and embrace your sensitivity as a strength. Let’s work together to empower you on your healing journey. I’d be honored to walk beside you on your therapy journey.
(323) 515-1802 View (323) 515-1802
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Jacqueline Nederlk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
I also work with grief, bereavement, and chronic illnesses such as cancer.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-awareness? Working with the strengths you already have and developing healthy coping skills as well as behavioral changes, I can help you find ways to improve your present situation. Many of us face challenges that require support. My goal in treatment is to help you identify ways to successfully manage. Together we can work towards becoming your best self. I believe in short-term therapy which establishes specific goals with clients and tracks successes regularly.
I also work with grief, bereavement, and chronic illnesses such as cancer.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-awareness? Working with the strengths you already have and developing healthy coping skills as well as behavioral changes, I can help you find ways to improve your present situation. Many of us face challenges that require support. My goal in treatment is to help you identify ways to successfully manage. Together we can work towards becoming your best self. I believe in short-term therapy which establishes specific goals with clients and tracks successes regularly.
(818) 435-8264 View (818) 435-8264
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Ellen A Golding
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
Ellen Golding is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Relationships, Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment issues, Grief and Substance Abuse/recovery behavioral concerns with children and adolescent, interpersonal awareness. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, please respond to this email with a brief description of your barriers and concerns. I am located near Woodland Hills and Los Angeles my fee is negotiable and circumstantial. I look forward to hearing from you. Don't hesitate to get some help - therapy really can work! I am on facebook.
Ellen Golding is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Relationships, Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment issues, Grief and Substance Abuse/recovery behavioral concerns with children and adolescent, interpersonal awareness. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, please respond to this email with a brief description of your barriers and concerns. I am located near Woodland Hills and Los Angeles my fee is negotiable and circumstantial. I look forward to hearing from you. Don't hesitate to get some help - therapy really can work! I am on facebook.
(310) 683-2673 View (310) 683-2673
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Lori Jespersen
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
Welcome. I am Dr. Lori Jespersen PSY28173 - a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years in the field. I work extensively with individuals struggling with addiction, anxiety, and life stressors, though my background spans psych emergency, the CA Prison system, and private practice. I have a special focus on the LGBTQIA+ community and have had the honor of receiving awards for advocacy in this area. I work primarily with adults and emphasize the mental health needs of LGBTQIA + and marginalized populations.
Welcome. I am Dr. Lori Jespersen PSY28173 - a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years in the field. I work extensively with individuals struggling with addiction, anxiety, and life stressors, though my background spans psych emergency, the CA Prison system, and private practice. I have a special focus on the LGBTQIA+ community and have had the honor of receiving awards for advocacy in this area. I work primarily with adults and emphasize the mental health needs of LGBTQIA + and marginalized populations.
(747) 269-6264 View (747) 269-6264
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Nasha Katrack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
Using holistic approaches to connect to your inner wisdom, we will work together to create more connection, joy, and aliveness in your life. My hope is that we can work together to help you find empowerment. I am a first generation South Asian, queer therapist. I utilize a holistic approach — which means I consider your mind, body, & spirit in the healing process. Difficult experiences can leave us feeling disembodied, depressed, anxious, and frozen. My desire is to help you find a to get "unfrozen" and "unstuck," and find a regenerative pathway to healing.
Using holistic approaches to connect to your inner wisdom, we will work together to create more connection, joy, and aliveness in your life. My hope is that we can work together to help you find empowerment. I am a first generation South Asian, queer therapist. I utilize a holistic approach — which means I consider your mind, body, & spirit in the healing process. Difficult experiences can leave us feeling disembodied, depressed, anxious, and frozen. My desire is to help you find a to get "unfrozen" and "unstuck," and find a regenerative pathway to healing.
(323) 784-0053 View (323) 784-0053
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Joseph G Illovsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
It takes a great deal of courage to admit that you’re facing difficulties, and even greater to take the steps to do something about it. Therapy, takes a great deal of commitment, honesty, and determination to find resolve and peace. Psychotherapy, talk therapy, is not always easy. Some sessions you will leave feeling positive, and other's Not so much. This is part of the process, and it's necessary. Know that you are not going through this alone. I view each working relationship as a partnership working together to find the best resolve for you. I am non-judgmental, accepting, and confidential PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE
It takes a great deal of courage to admit that you’re facing difficulties, and even greater to take the steps to do something about it. Therapy, takes a great deal of commitment, honesty, and determination to find resolve and peace. Psychotherapy, talk therapy, is not always easy. Some sessions you will leave feeling positive, and other's Not so much. This is part of the process, and it's necessary. Know that you are not going through this alone. I view each working relationship as a partnership working together to find the best resolve for you. I am non-judgmental, accepting, and confidential PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE
(747) 269-6296 View (747) 269-6296
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Stephen Finn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
My name is Stephen (Steve) Finn and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Lebec, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents and specialize in anxiety and stress, using a variety of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Seeking Safety to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use disorders.
My name is Stephen (Steve) Finn and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Lebec, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents and specialize in anxiety and stress, using a variety of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Seeking Safety to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use disorders.
(747) 529-7276 View (747) 529-7276
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Michelle Hartzog
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306  (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Welcome to my profile. I am psychotherapist with a specialization in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, secondary infertility and parenting issues. With a wealth of experience and a mindful approach, I empower my clients to embrace their authentic selves and live fulfilling lives. At the core of my practice is a profound belief in the inherent resilience and potential for growth within each individual. I view therapy as a collaborative journey, where therapist and client work together as partners in healing and self-discovery.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Welcome to my profile. I am psychotherapist with a specialization in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, secondary infertility and parenting issues. With a wealth of experience and a mindful approach, I empower my clients to embrace their authentic selves and live fulfilling lives. At the core of my practice is a profound belief in the inherent resilience and potential for growth within each individual. I view therapy as a collaborative journey, where therapist and client work together as partners in healing and self-discovery.
(747) 269-6479 View (747) 269-6479
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Diana Yidi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
Hello! My name is Diana Yidi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe clients to be the experts in their own lives, and I feel honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them to offer support. I am passionate about supporting clients as they build self-compassion, and experience growth, and healing. I have experience working with all age groups. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, and have experience working closely with child abuse related issues and the impact of trauma. I have a special interest in working with teens, transitional-aged youth, and young adults.
Hello! My name is Diana Yidi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe clients to be the experts in their own lives, and I feel honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them to offer support. I am passionate about supporting clients as they build self-compassion, and experience growth, and healing. I have experience working with all age groups. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, and have experience working closely with child abuse related issues and the impact of trauma. I have a special interest in working with teens, transitional-aged youth, and young adults.
(747) 246-7983 View (747) 246-7983

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Wendy Hill Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
We all want to live our best life possible with joy and vitality. Sometimes physical, emotional, psychological, or other limitations make it challenging to do so. Recovering from the setbacks and losses of the coronavirus pandemic has been difficult for some people facing the ongoing impact of long Covid or the grief of losing loved ones. The hostile political climate and wars around the world create even greater unrest, anxiety, and a lack of safety. You want to get back on track and need a partner to walk with you through this. It isn’t too late. I trust that we will get through whatever you are facing together. You are not alone.
We all want to live our best life possible with joy and vitality. Sometimes physical, emotional, psychological, or other limitations make it challenging to do so. Recovering from the setbacks and losses of the coronavirus pandemic has been difficult for some people facing the ongoing impact of long Covid or the grief of losing loved ones. The hostile political climate and wars around the world create even greater unrest, anxiety, and a lack of safety. You want to get back on track and need a partner to walk with you through this. It isn’t too late. I trust that we will get through whatever you are facing together. You are not alone.
(818) 293-7116 View (818) 293-7116
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Starr Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canoga Park, CA 91306
In my experience, my style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with challenges coping with trauma, grief and loss, social pressures, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
In my experience, my style and approach are a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with challenges coping with trauma, grief and loss, social pressures, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
(714) 844-7985 View (714) 844-7985
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Erika Banuelos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
I am comfortable treating a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, grief, and crisis intervention.
Hello, I'm Erika Banuelos, a licensed clinical therapist with a Master of Social Work degree from California State University of Dominguez Hills. As a bilingual therapist fluent in both Spanish and English, I specialize in helping individuals from diverse backgrounds overcome emotional and psychological challenges. My focus areas of practice include anxiety, depression, adjusting to change/life transition, grief, crisis intervention, and working with autistic children.
I am comfortable treating a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, grief, and crisis intervention.
Hello, I'm Erika Banuelos, a licensed clinical therapist with a Master of Social Work degree from California State University of Dominguez Hills. As a bilingual therapist fluent in both Spanish and English, I specialize in helping individuals from diverse backgrounds overcome emotional and psychological challenges. My focus areas of practice include anxiety, depression, adjusting to change/life transition, grief, crisis intervention, and working with autistic children.
(909) 588-1365 View (909) 588-1365
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Paul Thomas Brogan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tarzana, CA 91335
A personal crisis is a critical moment in a person's life, and seeking help can be very difficult, especially for men! As your "guide on the side," I have particular interest in serving people coping with depression, anxiety, stress, anger management, grief, relationship problems, and substance abuse.
A personal crisis is a critical moment in a person's life, and seeking help can be very difficult, especially for men! As your "guide on the side," I have particular interest in serving people coping with depression, anxiety, stress, anger management, grief, relationship problems, and substance abuse.
(818) 918-3679 View (818) 918-3679
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Joyce Mayne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 91335
I have extensive experience in anxiety, relationship conflicts, depression, life transitions, grief, bereavement, stress and end-of-life issues.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on working together with my clients to find a path where they can better navigate through life. I believe the key to successful and effective therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My goal is to provide you with a safe and trusted space where we can explore your feelings and thoughts in a judgement free environment. It is my hope to help you find skills and coping tools to relieve your anxiety, stress and pain so you can grow and develop.
I have extensive experience in anxiety, relationship conflicts, depression, life transitions, grief, bereavement, stress and end-of-life issues.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on working together with my clients to find a path where they can better navigate through life. I believe the key to successful and effective therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My goal is to provide you with a safe and trusted space where we can explore your feelings and thoughts in a judgement free environment. It is my hope to help you find skills and coping tools to relieve your anxiety, stress and pain so you can grow and develop.
(818) 659-9487 View (818) 659-9487
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Soraya Wilder Licensed Therapist
Counselor, MA, LPCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Canoga Park, CA 91305
Her focus includes relationship issues, teen challenges, life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, women’s issues, sexual dysfunction, sexuality, ADHD coaching, parenting coaching, and chronic pain.
Soraya Wilder is an experienced therapist who has worked in diverse settings, from private practice to intensive outpatient programs. She provides a supportive, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, sexual health, and life transitions, Soraya uses evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Somatic Therapy to help clients develop effective coping strategies and reach their personal goals.
Her focus includes relationship issues, teen challenges, life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, women’s issues, sexual dysfunction, sexuality, ADHD coaching, parenting coaching, and chronic pain.
Soraya Wilder is an experienced therapist who has worked in diverse settings, from private practice to intensive outpatient programs. She provides a supportive, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, sexual health, and life transitions, Soraya uses evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Somatic Therapy to help clients develop effective coping strategies and reach their personal goals.
(747) 302-2541 View (747) 302-2541
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Judy Goldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Canoga Park, CA 91306
I support individuals in finding the meaning from the loss and changes, they are experiencing.
Hi, I am Judy Goldman a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California with over 25 years’ experience in the mental health field. I specialize in life transitions which include loss, grief, adoption, families, children, adolescents, and adults presenting with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety. Loss is not always obvious and can show up in so many aspects of our life. My approach to therapy is eclectic, incorporating elements of person-centered allowing the client to take more the lead in their sessions and in the process, to find their own solutions.
I support individuals in finding the meaning from the loss and changes, they are experiencing.
Hi, I am Judy Goldman a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California with over 25 years’ experience in the mental health field. I specialize in life transitions which include loss, grief, adoption, families, children, adolescents, and adults presenting with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety. Loss is not always obvious and can show up in so many aspects of our life. My approach to therapy is eclectic, incorporating elements of person-centered allowing the client to take more the lead in their sessions and in the process, to find their own solutions.
(626) 508-1423 View (626) 508-1423
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Michael Namekata
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
I specialize in helping adults and couples address the challenges of depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and relationship difficulties.
Being overwhelmed by multiple life-stressors or traumas we’ve experienced, and difficulties effectively communicating with the people closest to us can prevent living a fulfilling life. Helping you overcome your challenges to achieve your meaningful life is why I take a personalized-therapy approach. So that I can specifically support you and your mental health. This individualized approach integrates cutting-edge research and therapy techniques to help you achieve your goals.
I specialize in helping adults and couples address the challenges of depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and relationship difficulties.
Being overwhelmed by multiple life-stressors or traumas we’ve experienced, and difficulties effectively communicating with the people closest to us can prevent living a fulfilling life. Helping you overcome your challenges to achieve your meaningful life is why I take a personalized-therapy approach. So that I can specifically support you and your mental health. This individualized approach integrates cutting-edge research and therapy techniques to help you achieve your goals.
(747) 319-4805 View (747) 319-4805
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Jeff Zhorne
MA
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
The tools and skills of Grief Recovery will help you end the anguish and loneliness of a broken heart.
Death and divorce catch most of us totally unprepared because we are not taught how to handle loss. We can feel so ill-equipped. Whether your loss is from death of a loved one, divorce or breakup, loss of trust, loss of safety or other meaningful emotional losses, healing is finding new reasons for living. Learn skills and tools to end the pain, isolation and emptiness. Discover healing and joy again.
The tools and skills of Grief Recovery will help you end the anguish and loneliness of a broken heart.
Death and divorce catch most of us totally unprepared because we are not taught how to handle loss. We can feel so ill-equipped. Whether your loss is from death of a loved one, divorce or breakup, loss of trust, loss of safety or other meaningful emotional losses, healing is finding new reasons for living. Learn skills and tools to end the pain, isolation and emptiness. Discover healing and joy again.
(661) 733-0692 View (661) 733-0692
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Andrea Doctor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91367  (Online Only)
It’s time to focus on you. It’s time to start taking the steps to move you through your grief, loss, parenting struggles, relationship issues and life’s adversities. I can help. Let’s take your challenges and difficulties and turn them into positives for your future.
It’s time to focus on you. It’s time to start taking the steps to move you through your grief, loss, parenting struggles, relationship issues and life’s adversities. I can help. Let’s take your challenges and difficulties and turn them into positives for your future.
(818) 722-6363 View (818) 722-6363

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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.