Grief Therapists in Woodbury, MN

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Shari L Marik-Roach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
I have a strong passion in working with individuals coping with anxiety, depression, aging, grief, loss, chronic illness and trauma.
New diagnosis? Recent loss of a loved one? Life feeling overwhelming? I can help! I believe that healing is a journey that doesn't have to happen alone. As your therapist, I will work alongside you to help process, set goals, overcome obstacles and gain control back in your life. Also, I recognize how difficult it can be to take that first step which is why I am dedicated to ensuring my practice is offered with a very caring, non judgmental and client centered approach.
I have a strong passion in working with individuals coping with anxiety, depression, aging, grief, loss, chronic illness and trauma.
New diagnosis? Recent loss of a loved one? Life feeling overwhelming? I can help! I believe that healing is a journey that doesn't have to happen alone. As your therapist, I will work alongside you to help process, set goals, overcome obstacles and gain control back in your life. Also, I recognize how difficult it can be to take that first step which is why I am dedicated to ensuring my practice is offered with a very caring, non judgmental and client centered approach.
(651) 360-1636 View (651) 360-1636
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Aura Chasteen, PsyD
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field in working with clients who have anxiety, depression, substance dependence, trauma, grief/ loss, etc.
Hello, and welcome! Seeking therapy is a decision of courage and I’m so glad you are exploring this option. I provide individual and couples therapy to residents of Minnesota, in person & via Telehealth. I am passionate about working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, stressors, grief/ loss, trauma, relationship issues, major life changes, or are struggling with substance use issues and are considering positive steps to improve their health and well-being. I find it very inspiring and a privilege to work collaboratively with my clients to reach the goals they have identified.
I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field in working with clients who have anxiety, depression, substance dependence, trauma, grief/ loss, etc.
Hello, and welcome! Seeking therapy is a decision of courage and I’m so glad you are exploring this option. I provide individual and couples therapy to residents of Minnesota, in person & via Telehealth. I am passionate about working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, stressors, grief/ loss, trauma, relationship issues, major life changes, or are struggling with substance use issues and are considering positive steps to improve their health and well-being. I find it very inspiring and a privilege to work collaboratively with my clients to reach the goals they have identified.
(952) 522-4460 View (952) 522-4460
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Dalton Kalina
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Are you feeling anxious or need help getting through a difficult time in your life? Are you hoping to improve your overall mood and outlook on life? Have you been dealing with grief or loss? I hope to help you in any of these areas. I will walk side by side with you through your struggles and offer empathy and compassion. I have my own experience with a chronic illness and would like to support you through your journey of dealing with the challenges of a chronic illness. My work mainly focuses on working with adults and couples. I thoroughly enjoy getting to know my clients and hope to work with you in the future.
Are you feeling anxious or need help getting through a difficult time in your life? Are you hoping to improve your overall mood and outlook on life? Have you been dealing with grief or loss? I hope to help you in any of these areas. I will walk side by side with you through your struggles and offer empathy and compassion. I have my own experience with a chronic illness and would like to support you through your journey of dealing with the challenges of a chronic illness. My work mainly focuses on working with adults and couples. I thoroughly enjoy getting to know my clients and hope to work with you in the future.
(651) 615-8302 View (651) 615-8302
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Kay Manahan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CFRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Do you struggle with the ripple effects caused by trauma and grief? Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and frustrated by the cards you've been dealt? Do you question if your relationships and well-being could be better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage their lives, careers, and relationships. Ignoring or avoiding your needs can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I don't believe life should be that hard.
Do you struggle with the ripple effects caused by trauma and grief? Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and frustrated by the cards you've been dealt? Do you question if your relationships and well-being could be better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage their lives, careers, and relationships. Ignoring or avoiding your needs can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I don't believe life should be that hard.
(651) 615-3106 View (651) 615-3106
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Amanda Maki
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Waitlist for new clients
Her passion is in grief & loss and trauma based counseling.
Healing and balance are possible. Amanda believes mental health work and treatment is a team based process rooted in personal empowerment. We all need to feel heard, seen, and validated. Counseling can be your first step to a better you. Amanda values a holistic view of therapy, treatment, and progress. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment, where clients feel accepted and understood. She utilizes techniques and measurable treatment goals to assist clients in empowering themselves.
Her passion is in grief & loss and trauma based counseling.
Healing and balance are possible. Amanda believes mental health work and treatment is a team based process rooted in personal empowerment. We all need to feel heard, seen, and validated. Counseling can be your first step to a better you. Amanda values a holistic view of therapy, treatment, and progress. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment, where clients feel accepted and understood. She utilizes techniques and measurable treatment goals to assist clients in empowering themselves.
(651) 240-2126 View (651) 240-2126
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Mary Kay Elizabeth Voight-Moller
Psychologist, MS, MN-LP
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
My areas of specialization include; depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, relationship issues, eating disorders, chronic pain, DBT, marital/family therapy, grief and loss, pregnancy loss, infertility, adoption, abuse issues, and life transitions.
My office is a warm and comforting place for you to tell your story, deal with life's stressors, treat depression and anxiety, work on healthy relationships, or heal old wounds. I provide a more holistic perspective in my appraoch to therapy, looking at the total needs you might have to best help you to heal and grow. It is very important to me that you feel heard and well cared for in your therapy process. We will work together to help you to make changes and to feel stronger.
My areas of specialization include; depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress, relationship issues, eating disorders, chronic pain, DBT, marital/family therapy, grief and loss, pregnancy loss, infertility, adoption, abuse issues, and life transitions.
My office is a warm and comforting place for you to tell your story, deal with life's stressors, treat depression and anxiety, work on healthy relationships, or heal old wounds. I provide a more holistic perspective in my appraoch to therapy, looking at the total needs you might have to best help you to heal and grow. It is very important to me that you feel heard and well cared for in your therapy process. We will work together to help you to make changes and to feel stronger.
(651) 760-0673 View (651) 760-0673
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Karen Heyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55129
I understand that therapy doesn't have to be a life-long process but it can help significantly when you are going through difficult circumstances that create worry, anger or a feeling of being at a loss. Stress seems to be an indicator that issues need to be addressed. I am a therapist who believes that my clients have many of the answers to their problems, I am there to help them through the journey to uncover what the answers are.
I understand that therapy doesn't have to be a life-long process but it can help significantly when you are going through difficult circumstances that create worry, anger or a feeling of being at a loss. Stress seems to be an indicator that issues need to be addressed. I am a therapist who believes that my clients have many of the answers to their problems, I am there to help them through the journey to uncover what the answers are.
(888) 637-2490 View (888) 637-2490
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Erin Fox
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MMT, MT-BC, MHP
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
My ideal clients are adolescents, young adults, adults and couples, who are dealing with issues associated with shifting life roles, exploration of identity, anxiety and/or depression, difficulty with relationships, caregiver stress, grief and loss, seeking more meaning and purpose to their life, and/or seeking healing from inner wounds and trauma. I enjoy working with individuals seeking creative ways to explore what is holding them back from leading a fuller life. Through a combination of dialogue, music, and art, we will collaboratively uncover new areas of awareness that lead to positive shifts in their life.
My ideal clients are adolescents, young adults, adults and couples, who are dealing with issues associated with shifting life roles, exploration of identity, anxiety and/or depression, difficulty with relationships, caregiver stress, grief and loss, seeking more meaning and purpose to their life, and/or seeking healing from inner wounds and trauma. I enjoy working with individuals seeking creative ways to explore what is holding them back from leading a fuller life. Through a combination of dialogue, music, and art, we will collaboratively uncover new areas of awareness that lead to positive shifts in their life.
(651) 661-5094 View (651) 661-5094
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Stephanie J Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125  (Online Only)
I use Brainspotting and EMDR to process trauma as well as have special interests in grief, life changes, caregiver fatigue, and work with other mental health/medical providers.
Telehealth openings for new clients throughout MN & WI, age 18-64. Need help processing trauma? Dealing with unresolved grief? Caregiving? Difficult relationships? Giving more to others than you give to yourself? Curious about making lasting changes? The truth is, life can be chaotic or difficult at times. I believe we are not meant to weather life’s storms alone and that our life experiences shape and interconnect us all. That's where I come in. With skilled support, some vulnerability, and motivation for self-exploration, you can live a balanced and satisfying life! I am eager to guide your self-growth and transformation.
I use Brainspotting and EMDR to process trauma as well as have special interests in grief, life changes, caregiver fatigue, and work with other mental health/medical providers.
Telehealth openings for new clients throughout MN & WI, age 18-64. Need help processing trauma? Dealing with unresolved grief? Caregiving? Difficult relationships? Giving more to others than you give to yourself? Curious about making lasting changes? The truth is, life can be chaotic or difficult at times. I believe we are not meant to weather life’s storms alone and that our life experiences shape and interconnect us all. That's where I come in. With skilled support, some vulnerability, and motivation for self-exploration, you can live a balanced and satisfying life! I am eager to guide your self-growth and transformation.
(715) 322-3771 View (715) 322-3771
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Maylee Chang
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125  (Online Only)
Hello, I am Maylee Chang. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who graduated from Wheaton College Graduate School. My personal and professional experience have provided me the experience to effectively work with adolescents, adults, and families with varied needs from all ethnicities. My areas of expertise include working with trauma from physical/sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, family issues, grief, immigration, war experiences; and shifts in family structure related to divorce, remarriage, child protection involvement, foster care, adoption, life transitions, acculturation, and identity formation.
Hello, I am Maylee Chang. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who graduated from Wheaton College Graduate School. My personal and professional experience have provided me the experience to effectively work with adolescents, adults, and families with varied needs from all ethnicities. My areas of expertise include working with trauma from physical/sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, family issues, grief, immigration, war experiences; and shifts in family structure related to divorce, remarriage, child protection involvement, foster care, adoption, life transitions, acculturation, and identity formation.
(651) 321-9632 View (651) 321-9632
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Serendipity Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
I specialize in relationship concerns, life transitions, depression, anxiety reduction, postpartum issues, parenting issues, self-esteem, and grief and loss.
Are you expecting a baby and feeling anxious? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed by the huge adjustments? Are you finding it hard to cope with your current situation? Transitioning into parenthood is an enormous adjustment that affects everything around us. Research shows that accessing support early on can help you to explore, process and resolve your concerns, and confidently cope with in your new role so that you can enjoy all the beauty that parenthood has to offer.
I specialize in relationship concerns, life transitions, depression, anxiety reduction, postpartum issues, parenting issues, self-esteem, and grief and loss.
Are you expecting a baby and feeling anxious? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed by the huge adjustments? Are you finding it hard to cope with your current situation? Transitioning into parenthood is an enormous adjustment that affects everything around us. Research shows that accessing support early on can help you to explore, process and resolve your concerns, and confidently cope with in your new role so that you can enjoy all the beauty that parenthood has to offer.
(651) 504-3700 View (651) 504-3700
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Kara Lynn Dolney
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
Areas of particular interest include: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, parental guidance, spiritual inquiry, families/individuals encountering cancer, chronic illness or disability and neurodiversity.
“Never underestimate the power of compassionately knowing what is going on”. Pema Chodron I am a licensed professional clinical counselor who is passionate about helping individuals explore healing that brings a sense of wholeness and well-being. Healing can be a difficult, dark process that is not to be encountered alone. The journey begins when you are open to learning and encountering who you were created to be within a safe, compassionate space that will help you share your innate gifts with others.
Areas of particular interest include: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, parental guidance, spiritual inquiry, families/individuals encountering cancer, chronic illness or disability and neurodiversity.
“Never underestimate the power of compassionately knowing what is going on”. Pema Chodron I am a licensed professional clinical counselor who is passionate about helping individuals explore healing that brings a sense of wholeness and well-being. Healing can be a difficult, dark process that is not to be encountered alone. The journey begins when you are open to learning and encountering who you were created to be within a safe, compassionate space that will help you share your innate gifts with others.
(651) 448-7755 View (651) 448-7755
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Mollie Newhouse, PsyD, LP
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Accepting residents of MN. Do you often feel misunderstood, scared, stuck, unheard, or like you don't matter? Sometimes life experiences have us feeling like we are constantly struggling or fighting to survive. Maybe you feel like it's difficult to connect with others or even find it difficult to love yourself. This can leave you feeling lonely and unsure of the future, possibly even unsure if you can trust anyone to understand your struggles. I have interest in helping those who struggle with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, and psychological trauma.
Accepting residents of MN. Do you often feel misunderstood, scared, stuck, unheard, or like you don't matter? Sometimes life experiences have us feeling like we are constantly struggling or fighting to survive. Maybe you feel like it's difficult to connect with others or even find it difficult to love yourself. This can leave you feeling lonely and unsure of the future, possibly even unsure if you can trust anyone to understand your struggles. I have interest in helping those who struggle with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, and psychological trauma.
(651) 240-2660 View (651) 240-2660
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Beth Saunders-
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
My experience includes working with individuals and families dealing with a variety of issues including life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues and loss/ grief of all kinds.
Healing can take many forms in our lives and therapy is one of those places that can facilitate that process. Finding a therapist, you can trust to process some of the difficult moments in your life is foundational. As your counseling partner, I will create a safe place for you as you navigate the challenges you are facing and help you figure out what you want and need moving forward. I believe in healing and the resiliency of the human heart and soul. Out of our difficulties, something beautiful can emerge. Come as you are and we can go from there.
My experience includes working with individuals and families dealing with a variety of issues including life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues and loss/ grief of all kinds.
Healing can take many forms in our lives and therapy is one of those places that can facilitate that process. Finding a therapist, you can trust to process some of the difficult moments in your life is foundational. As your counseling partner, I will create a safe place for you as you navigate the challenges you are facing and help you figure out what you want and need moving forward. I believe in healing and the resiliency of the human heart and soul. Out of our difficulties, something beautiful can emerge. Come as you are and we can go from there.
(651) 360-1537 View (651) 360-1537
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Melissa Conway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
Currently full and not accepting new patients at this time, however we have several clinicians ready to work with you at Minnesota Mental Health Clinics! I enjoy working with people of all ages! I specialize in crisis management and emergency mental health, risk assessments, safety planning, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I also have extensive experience in helping individuals and families manage symptoms related to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, family or relationship stress, parenting stress, work stress, life transitions and adjustment, grief, and other life stressors.
Currently full and not accepting new patients at this time, however we have several clinicians ready to work with you at Minnesota Mental Health Clinics! I enjoy working with people of all ages! I specialize in crisis management and emergency mental health, risk assessments, safety planning, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I also have extensive experience in helping individuals and families manage symptoms related to anxiety, depression, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, family or relationship stress, parenting stress, work stress, life transitions and adjustment, grief, and other life stressors.
(612) 662-0641 View (612) 662-0641
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New Concept Counseling Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
I am a DMFT, LMFT and I have extensive experience supporting individuals, couples and families on their journey through events that influence how we are functioning in relationships and our community, including premarital counseling, divorce, attachment concerns and cultural issues regarding acculturation and assimilation. I work with a range of disorders and l have specialty in depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, chemical dependency, oppositional defiance/conduct and grief/ loss. I work with children ages 7 and older, along with adolescents and adults.
I am a DMFT, LMFT and I have extensive experience supporting individuals, couples and families on their journey through events that influence how we are functioning in relationships and our community, including premarital counseling, divorce, attachment concerns and cultural issues regarding acculturation and assimilation. I work with a range of disorders and l have specialty in depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, chemical dependency, oppositional defiance/conduct and grief/ loss. I work with children ages 7 and older, along with adolescents and adults.
(612) 851-6601 View (612) 851-6601
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Rachel Champeau Sneve
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
I have worked with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, and grief & loss.
I provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you are free to express frustrations, concerns, and fears you may be experiencing. I firmly believe that people should be accepted and supported for who they are regardless of what they may currently be experiencing.Through such encouragement clients have felt able to face their challenges head on and succeed. I view the therapeutic process as highly collaborative between client and therapist. I often encourage clients to set goals that we can work on together. After all, this journey is about you and I am along to guide you on your way.
I have worked with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, and grief & loss.
I provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you are free to express frustrations, concerns, and fears you may be experiencing. I firmly believe that people should be accepted and supported for who they are regardless of what they may currently be experiencing.Through such encouragement clients have felt able to face their challenges head on and succeed. I view the therapeutic process as highly collaborative between client and therapist. I often encourage clients to set goals that we can work on together. After all, this journey is about you and I am along to guide you on your way.
(612) 261-0255 View (612) 261-0255
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Rebecca A Murphy
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
MPS is an outpatient psychotherapy clinic in Woodbury that specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults with mental health concerns. We commonly treat the following concerns: Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders (Generalized, Separation, Social, Phobias, Panic), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Tourettes/Motor Tic Disorder, Life and/or Family Changes, Grief and Loss, Psychosis, Trauma, and Attention & Focus Concerns (ADHD).
MPS is an outpatient psychotherapy clinic in Woodbury that specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults with mental health concerns. We commonly treat the following concerns: Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders (Generalized, Separation, Social, Phobias, Panic), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Tourettes/Motor Tic Disorder, Life and/or Family Changes, Grief and Loss, Psychosis, Trauma, and Attention & Focus Concerns (ADHD).
(612) 324-8084 View (612) 324-8084
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Xin Yueh Choo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
My current work uses DBT/CBT-informed, person-centered approaches to help manage depression, anxiety, challenges faced by immigrants/refugees, life transition/adjustment issues, relationship conflict, stress management and relaxation, trauma and loss.
I love working with individuals who are going through life transitions and enjoy being an anchor that people can hold onto when the waves of change pull a little harder. Whether you are making meaningful career decisions or navigating unfamiliar systems as you enter new cultural experiences, I would love to assist in the process and support you as you find your way.
My current work uses DBT/CBT-informed, person-centered approaches to help manage depression, anxiety, challenges faced by immigrants/refugees, life transition/adjustment issues, relationship conflict, stress management and relaxation, trauma and loss.
I love working with individuals who are going through life transitions and enjoy being an anchor that people can hold onto when the waves of change pull a little harder. Whether you are making meaningful career decisions or navigating unfamiliar systems as you enter new cultural experiences, I would love to assist in the process and support you as you find your way.
(651) 615-9840 View (651) 615-9840
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Kelly R Volkmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
Our specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Dissociation, Grief, Stress Management Difficulties, and Substance Use Disorders .
Transformation happens within to create the life and freedom desired. For mental health and addictions, evidence based and wholistic practices are used within our clinic to produce desired change. Our mission is to provide a place of wellness and healing partnering with each client to provide individualized care in a safe and supportive environment, free of judgement. Sometimes past and present experiences form unhealthy beliefs, coping mechanisms, and relationship dynamics that get in the way of healing and living out your true potential of leading a life of joy, peace, and balance.
Our specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Dissociation, Grief, Stress Management Difficulties, and Substance Use Disorders .
Transformation happens within to create the life and freedom desired. For mental health and addictions, evidence based and wholistic practices are used within our clinic to produce desired change. Our mission is to provide a place of wellness and healing partnering with each client to provide individualized care in a safe and supportive environment, free of judgement. Sometimes past and present experiences form unhealthy beliefs, coping mechanisms, and relationship dynamics that get in the way of healing and living out your true potential of leading a life of joy, peace, and balance.
(651) 252-4930 View (651) 252-4930
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.