Grief Therapists in Georgetown, KY
![Photo of Jean M. Miller - Transformational Therapy Center, llc, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/91e1933e-9775-4e38-af9f-8c4692ea81fe/1/320x400.jpeg)
Transformational Therapy Center, llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324
If you are struggling with difficult emotions or behaviors, having relationship or emotional problems, needing resolution from a recent or past trauma, or coming to terms with a major loss in your life; please reach out to me or another professional with whom you consider relatable.
Hello and congratulations! You are one step closer to stepping out of emotional pain and into some relief. I am an experienced therapist who enjoys working with beautiful and diverse individuals (like you). My training largely comes from this work and through other professionals, in volunteer work, and continued training and consultation. I wholeheartedly believe that the you are the expert on you-- even during confusing times when you question yourself, how you got here, or where you are going. Let me join with you in a safe, positive, professional partnership in order for us to figure out how you can realize your true potential.
If you are struggling with difficult emotions or behaviors, having relationship or emotional problems, needing resolution from a recent or past trauma, or coming to terms with a major loss in your life; please reach out to me or another professional with whom you consider relatable.
Hello and congratulations! You are one step closer to stepping out of emotional pain and into some relief. I am an experienced therapist who enjoys working with beautiful and diverse individuals (like you). My training largely comes from this work and through other professionals, in volunteer work, and continued training and consultation. I wholeheartedly believe that the you are the expert on you-- even during confusing times when you question yourself, how you got here, or where you are going. Let me join with you in a safe, positive, professional partnership in order for us to figure out how you can realize your true potential.
![Photo of Sarah DeVriendt, LPCA, MRC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dfdace4a-eddd-4726-8bf6-a32826dd53e4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah DeVriendt
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MRC
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324
My areas of treatment include anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, grief, life transitions and self-esteem.
While life is full of impactful experiences, it is often during difficult moments where our purpose, story and strengths take flight. I take great pride in being a person in one's life who makes them feel heard, understood and worthy of the joy that awaits them following a difficult chapter. I am committed to creating a solid and trustworthy rapport so that a healthy counseling journey can begin. My organic approach utilizes client-centered and directive practices, deeply rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, that enables me to individualize the health, happiness, and safety of my clients.
My areas of treatment include anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, grief, life transitions and self-esteem.
While life is full of impactful experiences, it is often during difficult moments where our purpose, story and strengths take flight. I take great pride in being a person in one's life who makes them feel heard, understood and worthy of the joy that awaits them following a difficult chapter. I am committed to creating a solid and trustworthy rapport so that a healthy counseling journey can begin. My organic approach utilizes client-centered and directive practices, deeply rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, that enables me to individualize the health, happiness, and safety of my clients.
![Photo of Tonya R. Branham, MEd, LPCC, NCC, NCCE, NCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8b0bebe3-8ad6-4ff8-8318-92808f4c06c4/1/320x400.jpeg)
If you feel guilt, fear, anxiety, depression, or grief, I want to help you work through the stages of divorce and teach you and your children the necessary coping skills to deal with the emotional pain that stems from divorce.
Many families find themselves struggling with divorce and post-divorce related issues. My ideal client is looking for the "silver lining" in a difficult situation and may feel stuck, hopeless, powerless, angry, or fearful about the future.
If you feel guilt, fear, anxiety, depression, or grief, I want to help you work through the stages of divorce and teach you and your children the necessary coping skills to deal with the emotional pain that stems from divorce.
Many families find themselves struggling with divorce and post-divorce related issues. My ideal client is looking for the "silver lining" in a difficult situation and may feel stuck, hopeless, powerless, angry, or fearful about the future.
![Photo of Donald V Crowe, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ceebc68-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/7/320x400.jpeg)
My guiding philosophy in working with clients is that what is right with a person can enable them to overcome what is wrong with them. My years of working with patients in various treatment settings have only strengthened that view. Whether the issue is depression, trauma, painful personal loss or getting through a difficult crossroad in one's life, my basic approach is to help the person find their own pathways to healing. This is like a process of making "repairs," not of the body necessarily, but repairing one's perspective on life and finding the wherewithal to constructively move forward.
My guiding philosophy in working with clients is that what is right with a person can enable them to overcome what is wrong with them. My years of working with patients in various treatment settings have only strengthened that view. Whether the issue is depression, trauma, painful personal loss or getting through a difficult crossroad in one's life, my basic approach is to help the person find their own pathways to healing. This is like a process of making "repairs," not of the body necessarily, but repairing one's perspective on life and finding the wherewithal to constructively move forward.
![Photo of Terri Leather, MEd, LCADC, Drug & Alcohol Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cf4654c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Terri Leather
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Georgetown, KY 40324
I have over 30 years of working in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I am experienced in working with adolescents and adults. I am licensed as a Clinical Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor. I also work with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger, family conflict and anger management. I am solution focused and I believe in Brief Treatment Interventions whenever possible. I have years of experience in doing Family Therapy too. I will provide a safe and confidential environment for you to heal. Call me and lets develop a treatment plan to solve the problems you are having.
I have over 30 years of working in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I am experienced in working with adolescents and adults. I am licensed as a Clinical Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor. I also work with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger, family conflict and anger management. I am solution focused and I believe in Brief Treatment Interventions whenever possible. I have years of experience in doing Family Therapy too. I will provide a safe and confidential environment for you to heal. Call me and lets develop a treatment plan to solve the problems you are having.
![Photo of Erin Aiello, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/018c9e1f-a037-46aa-9ab8-788bd474e9ff/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am interested in grief/ loss related issues, such as loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, or difficulty with life transitions, as well as helping people process new changes that go along with medical diagnoses.
I believe that you have the answers to your questions and problems within yourself. My role as a therapist is to help you find those answers. You are the expert of your life and your role as a client is to educate me on your perspectives and experiences.
I am interested in grief/ loss related issues, such as loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, or difficulty with life transitions, as well as helping people process new changes that go along with medical diagnoses.
I believe that you have the answers to your questions and problems within yourself. My role as a therapist is to help you find those answers. You are the expert of your life and your role as a client is to educate me on your perspectives and experiences.
![Photo of Karly Mitchell, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6d2c04cd-aa49-4c4e-836f-bbc26561285a/1/320x400.jpeg)
I strive to provide a warm and encouraging approach and have experience dealing with many different issues: relationship problems, depression, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, bullying, grief, and life changes.
Hi, my name is Karly, and I'll help you figure out how to create a better life for yourself. Maybe you're trying to understand why you respond to things the way you do or maybe you're up against a lot and just need some support. I'll help you develop skills, strategies, and goals through evidenced-based collaborative approaches that are empathetic, practical, and action-oriented. I pull from multiple approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Mindfulness and we'll collaborate together to figure out what works for you.
I strive to provide a warm and encouraging approach and have experience dealing with many different issues: relationship problems, depression, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, bullying, grief, and life changes.
Hi, my name is Karly, and I'll help you figure out how to create a better life for yourself. Maybe you're trying to understand why you respond to things the way you do or maybe you're up against a lot and just need some support. I'll help you develop skills, strategies, and goals through evidenced-based collaborative approaches that are empathetic, practical, and action-oriented. I pull from multiple approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Mindfulness and we'll collaborate together to figure out what works for you.
![Photo of Melissa Dixon, MA, LPCC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11c0dc78-79ef-454a-a884-718bd89a6241/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life is a journey and sometimes we may need a little help along the way. On life's journey we may experience anxiety, depression, grief or trauma which me may lead us feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, fearful or angry. Sometime we may need someone to walk beside us on the journey to assist in overcoming and healing from life's ups and downs.
Life is a journey and sometimes we may need a little help along the way. On life's journey we may experience anxiety, depression, grief or trauma which me may lead us feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, fearful or angry. Sometime we may need someone to walk beside us on the journey to assist in overcoming and healing from life's ups and downs.
![Photo of Chelsea Conner - Lexington Counseling & Psychiatry, LPCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c078d7d3-f1a9-4d45-995b-d62d602835d4/2/320x400.png)
Lexington Counseling & Psychiatry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324
Our providers at the Frankfort location offer a variety of specialties including general mental health for adults, adolescents and children, including depression, anxiety, relationships, family issues, grief, stress, adolescent issues, substance abuse, marriage and family, work stress, and medication management.
Hello and welcome to our Frankfort location at Lexington Counseling & Psychiatry! Our address is 105 Diagnostic Drive Suite B, Frankfort, KY 40601. We have continued to grow to best serve your needs. Our LCP Frankfort office has 10 counselors, therapists, and nurse practitioners who are here to provide counseling, therapy, psychological, and psychiatric services to all ages. We are committed to helping you! We care about our professional roles and the people we serve. We help all ages and most every mental health and life issue. Our goal is your success and well being!
Our providers at the Frankfort location offer a variety of specialties including general mental health for adults, adolescents and children, including depression, anxiety, relationships, family issues, grief, stress, adolescent issues, substance abuse, marriage and family, work stress, and medication management.
Hello and welcome to our Frankfort location at Lexington Counseling & Psychiatry! Our address is 105 Diagnostic Drive Suite B, Frankfort, KY 40601. We have continued to grow to best serve your needs. Our LCP Frankfort office has 10 counselors, therapists, and nurse practitioners who are here to provide counseling, therapy, psychological, and psychiatric services to all ages. We are committed to helping you! We care about our professional roles and the people we serve. We help all ages and most every mental health and life issue. Our goal is your success and well being!
![Photo of Crystal Farmer](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e82187d-f376-4937-ad78-78ab13259e59/1/320x400.jpeg)
Crystal Farmer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and I have a passion for working with adults 18 and over in developing skills to effectively manage depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, anger issues, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, substance abuse, and grief & loss. I understand from personal experience many of the challenges that come with these issues and strongly believe in the balance of mind, body, & spirit. My clinical approach utilizes a strengths-based foundation and a variety of therapeutic techniques to help clients understand deeper their own beliefs, thoughts, values, strengths, challenges, self-worth
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and I have a passion for working with adults 18 and over in developing skills to effectively manage depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, anger issues, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, substance abuse, and grief & loss. I understand from personal experience many of the challenges that come with these issues and strongly believe in the balance of mind, body, & spirit. My clinical approach utilizes a strengths-based foundation and a variety of therapeutic techniques to help clients understand deeper their own beliefs, thoughts, values, strengths, challenges, self-worth
![Photo of Rachel Held](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bc01fc7c-3e18-441a-925c-5ba3d076422b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Rachel Held
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues and trauma.
I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who loves working with adults who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their overall quality of life. I approach each individual holistically, and like to learn each person's background and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach to find the best form of therapy for each and every client. I believe that establishing a strong alliance with my clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting and positive change. Through this alliance, I partner with my
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues and trauma.
I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who loves working with adults who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their overall quality of life. I approach each individual holistically, and like to learn each person's background and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach to find the best form of therapy for each and every client. I believe that establishing a strong alliance with my clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting and positive change. Through this alliance, I partner with my
15 Second Videos
Iliannexis- Alexis Williams-Hall
MindBody Centering Therapy
Trisha Jarnagin
Jacrissa Stevenson
Joy & Hope Associates, LLC.
Teresa Jacobson
Tracey M Caudell
![Photo of Imelda N Bratton, PhD, LPCCS, PSC, RPTS](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ea019524-a92a-4216-96ff-affe0006d63f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Imelda N Bratton
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCCS, PSC, RPTS
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324
Life can be challenging. Some people have an ongoing challenge due to trauma, anxiety, or toxic family dynamics. Others have situational challenges caused by stress, loss, or struggle in a new family dynamic. For children under 10, I work with parents and caregivers using CPRT, and SPACE. This allows me to work individually with parents to teach skills so that you may work with your child at home. These skills are lifelong skills, which most find to be extremely helpful! If a different company contacts you stating that I am not available, please know this is not me, it is a different service, not affiliated with me.
Life can be challenging. Some people have an ongoing challenge due to trauma, anxiety, or toxic family dynamics. Others have situational challenges caused by stress, loss, or struggle in a new family dynamic. For children under 10, I work with parents and caregivers using CPRT, and SPACE. This allows me to work individually with parents to teach skills so that you may work with your child at home. These skills are lifelong skills, which most find to be extremely helpful! If a different company contacts you stating that I am not available, please know this is not me, it is a different service, not affiliated with me.
![Photo of John Hensley, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/69cf616b-a3e9-4f8d-a041-82437ed97375/1/320x400.jpeg)
John Hensley is a licensed professional clinical counselor and national certified counselor. He received his master's degree in Counseling and Human Development and his bachelor's degree in Human Services and Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. He utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He works with clients ages 6 to 65 and specializes in adjustment disorder, anger management, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, depression, LGBT services, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress management.
John Hensley is a licensed professional clinical counselor and national certified counselor. He received his master's degree in Counseling and Human Development and his bachelor's degree in Human Services and Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. He utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He works with clients ages 6 to 65 and specializes in adjustment disorder, anger management, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, depression, LGBT services, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress management.
![Photo of Julie Brooks, PMHNP](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e0245b81-bde5-4077-8ea3-0a63d792e249/2/320x400.jpeg)
Julie Brooks, PMHNP Julie Brooks is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2023. She has a BSN from Eastern Kentucky and a PMHNP from Frontier Nursing University. Julie believes in meeting the patient where they are at and holistic care for mental health. This includes the use of lifestyle education and modification, psychotropic medications, and psychotherapy to improve the patient's quality of life. In her spare time, Julie enjoys spending time with friends and family and UK sports.
Julie Brooks, PMHNP Julie Brooks is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2023. She has a BSN from Eastern Kentucky and a PMHNP from Frontier Nursing University. Julie believes in meeting the patient where they are at and holistic care for mental health. This includes the use of lifestyle education and modification, psychotropic medications, and psychotherapy to improve the patient's quality of life. In her spare time, Julie enjoys spending time with friends and family and UK sports.
![Photo of Matthew Frye, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a468757f-44a8-4abb-8c9a-4eaf9f7e5ae5/2/320x400.jpeg)
In my experience with working with individuals from all walks of life, a nearly universal thread that I see underlying most mental health and substance abuse struggles are histories of trauma. This life is hard and this world is cruel. Therefore, most of my practice comes from an understanding of the intergenerational effects and ongoing disruption that a single traumatic event can pose on an individual’s wellbeing. Utilizing CBT, DBT, and ACT, my goal is to help clients heal in a holistic manner.
In my experience with working with individuals from all walks of life, a nearly universal thread that I see underlying most mental health and substance abuse struggles are histories of trauma. This life is hard and this world is cruel. Therefore, most of my practice comes from an understanding of the intergenerational effects and ongoing disruption that a single traumatic event can pose on an individual’s wellbeing. Utilizing CBT, DBT, and ACT, my goal is to help clients heal in a holistic manner.
![Photo of Iliannexis- Alexis Williams-Hall, LPCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3babd3de-21c1-4c08-acb5-e984ff2c5170/2/320x400.jpeg)
Iliannexis- Alexis Williams-Hall
Counselor, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Georgetown, KY 40324 (Online Only)
When it comes down to it, embarking on your mental health journey can be daunting! But together we can ease those fears so that you can reach your goal of becoming a happier and healthier version of yourself. My objective as a person-centered therapy counselor is to create a positive therapeutic environment for my clients that emphasizes respect, putting the client's needs first, and empowerment. I will strive to assist with establishing a climate to help with making change inside individual(s) and advance development as you set out on your mental health wellness venture.
When it comes down to it, embarking on your mental health journey can be daunting! But together we can ease those fears so that you can reach your goal of becoming a happier and healthier version of yourself. My objective as a person-centered therapy counselor is to create a positive therapeutic environment for my clients that emphasizes respect, putting the client's needs first, and empowerment. I will strive to assist with establishing a climate to help with making change inside individual(s) and advance development as you set out on your mental health wellness venture.
![Photo of Caleb Mackey, LPCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ff08f7a5-a441-4e95-84fd-bebcd77f0228/2/320x400.jpeg)
Everyone has a story they want to tell, more than likely about how their life can be better than it is. In those stories are the goals they aspire for (better relationships, more self-esteem and achieving personal goals). If you want to help someone reach their goals you must first listen to their story. Only then can you walk with them towards a better tomorrow than they have today.
Everyone has a story they want to tell, more than likely about how their life can be better than it is. In those stories are the goals they aspire for (better relationships, more self-esteem and achieving personal goals). If you want to help someone reach their goals you must first listen to their story. Only then can you walk with them towards a better tomorrow than they have today.
![Photo of Sara E. Staker, MA, LPCC, C-DBT](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2ec34b7a-8218-4054-b5ee-b77cf1c13b98/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sara E. Staker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , MA, LPCC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324 (Online Only)
Life is too long to remain unhappy and too short to have continued regrets. During a session, my intention is to assist the client in utilizing their strengths to help them solve their struggles. I offer as much insight as needed while helping the client resolve their concerns and develop healthy coping strategies. I typically start out asking questions that help me get to know you and learn what your concerns are and future sessions consist of coping strategies, acknowledging trauma, learning how to process what has happened, and how to accept future possibilities.
Life is too long to remain unhappy and too short to have continued regrets. During a session, my intention is to assist the client in utilizing their strengths to help them solve their struggles. I offer as much insight as needed while helping the client resolve their concerns and develop healthy coping strategies. I typically start out asking questions that help me get to know you and learn what your concerns are and future sessions consist of coping strategies, acknowledging trauma, learning how to process what has happened, and how to accept future possibilities.
![Photo of Tiffany Thomas, LPCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/74caedce-c738-44dc-a522-fbe17d2ec554/2/320x400.jpeg)
Tiffany Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Georgetown, KY 40324
Waitlist for new clients
Motherhood can be hard, but access to support and help should not be. As a therapist, and a mother myself, I have found that mothers are an overlooked population, where help, support, and advocacy is needed the most. I strive to help those in all phases, from the beginning stages of preparing, to pregnancy, and through post-partum transitions and potential difficulties that may arise. If you are struggling with new adjustments related to transitions of motherhood, know that you are not alone.
Motherhood can be hard, but access to support and help should not be. As a therapist, and a mother myself, I have found that mothers are an overlooked population, where help, support, and advocacy is needed the most. I strive to help those in all phases, from the beginning stages of preparing, to pregnancy, and through post-partum transitions and potential difficulties that may arise. If you are struggling with new adjustments related to transitions of motherhood, know that you are not alone.
![Photo of Stacy Springston, , EdD, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54829a71-3807-4da8-9b70-35158220753b/2/320x400.jpeg)
In my 20-plus years in mental health, I have worked with individuals from ALL walks of life including prominent professionals, fellow clinicians, and a vast variety of others. This broad spectrum has taught me many valuable lessons, but one holds true; everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. In my experience, it is the client who recognizes a problem and is determined to correct it, who does the best in therapy. My primary goal is to meet you human to human in the most objective space possible. I can assure you a safe, confidential space with a compassionate ear.
In my 20-plus years in mental health, I have worked with individuals from ALL walks of life including prominent professionals, fellow clinicians, and a vast variety of others. This broad spectrum has taught me many valuable lessons, but one holds true; everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. In my experience, it is the client who recognizes a problem and is determined to correct it, who does the best in therapy. My primary goal is to meet you human to human in the most objective space possible. I can assure you a safe, confidential space with a compassionate ear.
See more therapy options for Georgetown
Nearby Grief Therapists Searches for Georgetown
- Frankfort
- Harrodsburg
- Lawrenceburg
- Lexington
- Mount Sterling
- Nicholasville
- Paris
- Richmond
- Stamping Ground
- Versailles
- Wilmore
- Winchester
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.