Grief Therapists in Goodlettsville, TN

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Matters of the Heart Counseling, 2 & Jinny Glasco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
In our Goodlettsville location, Jinny Glasco, LCSW, is our site director and brings an expertise in grief, addiction, the aging population, and end of life care.
STOP GUESSING! Let us help connect you with the counselor who best meets your emotional, financial, and scheduling needs! We have everything from masters level interns to licensed providers ranging in all areas of expertise! We have our Goodlettsville/Davidson Co location and our Hendersonville location to better serve the Middle TN area. VISIT OUR WEBSITE TODAY to look through all of our counselor profiles and EMAIL US your preference & we can connect you to one of our providers here at MATTERS OF THE HEART COUNSELING. We have also been very intentional to create a warm, inviting space at both 100+ yr old Craftsman buildings!
In our Goodlettsville location, Jinny Glasco, LCSW, is our site director and brings an expertise in grief, addiction, the aging population, and end of life care.
STOP GUESSING! Let us help connect you with the counselor who best meets your emotional, financial, and scheduling needs! We have everything from masters level interns to licensed providers ranging in all areas of expertise! We have our Goodlettsville/Davidson Co location and our Hendersonville location to better serve the Middle TN area. VISIT OUR WEBSITE TODAY to look through all of our counselor profiles and EMAIL US your preference & we can connect you to one of our providers here at MATTERS OF THE HEART COUNSELING. We have also been very intentional to create a warm, inviting space at both 100+ yr old Craftsman buildings!
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Joan W Bruce
Marriage & Family Therapist, L, M, F, T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
Not accepting new clients
I am a Grief Recovery Specialist- processing losses of all kinds.
Some folks choose therapy because they want to grow personally, and they desire a supportive person to assist in that process. Other folks choose therapy because they are in intense pain -they may be feeling emotionally overwhelmed or experiencing a crisis in a major relationship. I am comfortable working in either situation. I will provide a safe environment to explore your thoughts and feelings to help make sense of them. I will work to strengthen your healthy connections with others.
I am a Grief Recovery Specialist- processing losses of all kinds.
Some folks choose therapy because they want to grow personally, and they desire a supportive person to assist in that process. Other folks choose therapy because they are in intense pain -they may be feeling emotionally overwhelmed or experiencing a crisis in a major relationship. I am comfortable working in either situation. I will provide a safe environment to explore your thoughts and feelings to help make sense of them. I will work to strengthen your healthy connections with others.
(615) 538-5881 View (615) 538-5881
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Amanda Gerth-Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072  (Online Only)
I mainly utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Grief, Loss and Recovery as well as EMDR for further exploration and working towards healing.
Overwhelmed with life? Struggling with things past or present? Things going well and you just want to check in with someone to ensure you aren't self-sabotaging? You have stopped on the right profile. I have 13+ years of experience working with a multitude of issues/needs. My main focus is with Grief, Loss and Recovery, which encompasses a wide variety of experiences. My philosophy is that your brain is going to go where it needs to go for the healing process, and I work within this process for the therapeutic experience.
I mainly utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Grief, Loss and Recovery as well as EMDR for further exploration and working towards healing.
Overwhelmed with life? Struggling with things past or present? Things going well and you just want to check in with someone to ensure you aren't self-sabotaging? You have stopped on the right profile. I have 13+ years of experience working with a multitude of issues/needs. My main focus is with Grief, Loss and Recovery, which encompasses a wide variety of experiences. My philosophy is that your brain is going to go where it needs to go for the healing process, and I work within this process for the therapeutic experience.
(865) 328-4645 View (865) 328-4645
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Lauren Plummer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MTS, MA
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072  (Online Only)
Life in this world is complicated, and none of us thrive on our own. We all need connection and support from others in order to grow and live fully into our lives. I am driven by curiosity, and I love to help people locate and tell their stories within the larger frames of family, community, and social systems. I’m best suited to work with clients who are sifting through family, parenting, and relationship issues, grief and transitions, traumas, identity and spirituality questions, and issues with anxiety and depression.
Life in this world is complicated, and none of us thrive on our own. We all need connection and support from others in order to grow and live fully into our lives. I am driven by curiosity, and I love to help people locate and tell their stories within the larger frames of family, community, and social systems. I’m best suited to work with clients who are sifting through family, parenting, and relationship issues, grief and transitions, traumas, identity and spirituality questions, and issues with anxiety and depression.
(615) 219-2972 View (615) 219-2972
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April Michelle Tyson (Tn And Ky Lisenced)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Tennessee and Kentucky licensure -I am a SAP for those who operate under DOT safety and have failed a drug test.* We all need someone at one time or another. Reach out, I would love to help. I have many years working with addiction and recovery. I work with many populations to include addictions, codependency, couples, marriage and family, childhood trauma, grief, severe and persistent mental illness such as bi-polar, OCD etc, situational issues, and personality disorders. I work with spiritual issues and have experience working with transgender population such as gender dysphoria and coming out. I use person centered approach.
Tennessee and Kentucky licensure -I am a SAP for those who operate under DOT safety and have failed a drug test.* We all need someone at one time or another. Reach out, I would love to help. I have many years working with addiction and recovery. I work with many populations to include addictions, codependency, couples, marriage and family, childhood trauma, grief, severe and persistent mental illness such as bi-polar, OCD etc, situational issues, and personality disorders. I work with spiritual issues and have experience working with transgender population such as gender dysphoria and coming out. I use person centered approach.
(615) 265-6218 View (615) 265-6218
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Marsha Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Most of this experience has been working with clients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, relationship concerns, PTSD, anger management, self-esteem issues, coaching, individual, family, relationship, pre-marital and marital issues.
I have genuine empathy and compassion for individuals, marriages, couples, teens and women that are hurting. My practice was established for the purpose of restoring and sustaining wholeness in the lives of all people. Such wholeness is directed toward helping clients achieve more satisfying and productive lives in the contexts of their family, church, community and work place. This mission is accomplished in an environment that is grace filled, secure, caring, confidential, professional, and respectful of each person's life journey. I offer my services to all who seek personal and relational wholeness.
Most of this experience has been working with clients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, relationship concerns, PTSD, anger management, self-esteem issues, coaching, individual, family, relationship, pre-marital and marital issues.
I have genuine empathy and compassion for individuals, marriages, couples, teens and women that are hurting. My practice was established for the purpose of restoring and sustaining wholeness in the lives of all people. Such wholeness is directed toward helping clients achieve more satisfying and productive lives in the contexts of their family, church, community and work place. This mission is accomplished in an environment that is grace filled, secure, caring, confidential, professional, and respectful of each person's life journey. I offer my services to all who seek personal and relational wholeness.
(615) 237-5045 View (615) 237-5045
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Jennifer K. Knowles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHSP, (temp)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
While I work with all types of clients, I have special training in chronic pain and illness, complex trauma, complicated grief, and end-of-life counseling.
I work with clients from all walks of life and with a variety of concerns and lived experiences. My approach to therapy is through a polyvagal-informed, body-based lens incorporating therapeutic modalities designed to attend to biological systems as well as core thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. Clients who are interested in achieving a better understanding of the body/brain connection and who would like to address chronic pain, tension, and trauma in the body will find help here. My goal is to restore ease and empower you to connect with your own innate healing abilities.
While I work with all types of clients, I have special training in chronic pain and illness, complex trauma, complicated grief, and end-of-life counseling.
I work with clients from all walks of life and with a variety of concerns and lived experiences. My approach to therapy is through a polyvagal-informed, body-based lens incorporating therapeutic modalities designed to attend to biological systems as well as core thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. Clients who are interested in achieving a better understanding of the body/brain connection and who would like to address chronic pain, tension, and trauma in the body will find help here. My goal is to restore ease and empower you to connect with your own innate healing abilities.
(629) 205-9519 View (629) 205-9519
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Dr. Jodie Bergquist
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
At Redefine Life, we specialize in various mood disorders, trauma, loss, grief and addictions.
We affirm you for these first steps! Life can be tough at times, and it can lead us down paths that leave us feeling hopeless. Many think that what you’re going through is your fault, some think you can change it on your own, many of you have tried many times to find answers. Addiction, Trauma, and Family Conflict weighs us down in life and leaves us thinking there is no hope. How do we know? We have been there. One thing we believe is people can heal! What if you could redefine, refocus, revive, even recreate the life you deserve? At Redefine Life, this is exactly what we do. We help you become the best version of you!
At Redefine Life, we specialize in various mood disorders, trauma, loss, grief and addictions.
We affirm you for these first steps! Life can be tough at times, and it can lead us down paths that leave us feeling hopeless. Many think that what you’re going through is your fault, some think you can change it on your own, many of you have tried many times to find answers. Addiction, Trauma, and Family Conflict weighs us down in life and leaves us thinking there is no hope. How do we know? We have been there. One thing we believe is people can heal! What if you could redefine, refocus, revive, even recreate the life you deserve? At Redefine Life, this is exactly what we do. We help you become the best version of you!
(832) 925-4188 View (832) 925-4188
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Tony A Halton
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, LADAC, MAC, EAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
I am a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselor and have a Masters Social Work Degree. I offer individual therapy, couples and family counseling in addition to group counseling. I specialize in mood disorders, depression post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD), marriage & family therapy, anxiety disorders, domestic violence, trauma issues, grief therapy and anger management.
I am a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselor and have a Masters Social Work Degree. I offer individual therapy, couples and family counseling in addition to group counseling. I specialize in mood disorders, depression post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD), marriage & family therapy, anxiety disorders, domestic violence, trauma issues, grief therapy and anger management.
(615) 703-5085 View (615) 703-5085
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Debra Knight Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
I also utilize EMDR and am Certified in Brainspotting, used for trauma, anxiety, grief, and other problems.
Is anxiety getting the best of you? Are you feeling depressed, with low energy and motivation? Or, could it be that your most important relationships are suffering from a lack of emotional connection, with frequent arguments or stony silence? We all have times in life where things may not be going the way we envision, but if you feel stuck in a bad place, there is hope. Many people find therapy helps to get them back on track. It can be a bit scary to think about taking this step, but it can make a difference.
I also utilize EMDR and am Certified in Brainspotting, used for trauma, anxiety, grief, and other problems.
Is anxiety getting the best of you? Are you feeling depressed, with low energy and motivation? Or, could it be that your most important relationships are suffering from a lack of emotional connection, with frequent arguments or stony silence? We all have times in life where things may not be going the way we envision, but if you feel stuck in a bad place, there is hope. Many people find therapy helps to get them back on track. It can be a bit scary to think about taking this step, but it can make a difference.
(615) 745-9956 View (615) 745-9956
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Tim D Lynch
Psychologist, PhD, DCEP, LLC
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
We are all on a challenging journey with COVID-19 + Traumas. Many clients seek short term relevant therapy for anxiety, career, life issues with loss of direction, sadness, & grief/loss. Others come with issue childhood, divorce, worries for their children. Spec goals to learn biofeedback, hypnosis, CBT+ ways to mgn stress, with Energy Psychology (Diplomat ACEP) yearly travels Guatemala with Rotary to serve/treat many orphans + families who suffer from multi-traumas + teaches in 3 Psy grad programs + provide exciting seminars internationally on cutting edge Tx for most relevant use of mindfulness, navigational skills for YOUR life.
We are all on a challenging journey with COVID-19 + Traumas. Many clients seek short term relevant therapy for anxiety, career, life issues with loss of direction, sadness, & grief/loss. Others come with issue childhood, divorce, worries for their children. Spec goals to learn biofeedback, hypnosis, CBT+ ways to mgn stress, with Energy Psychology (Diplomat ACEP) yearly travels Guatemala with Rotary to serve/treat many orphans + families who suffer from multi-traumas + teaches in 3 Psy grad programs + provide exciting seminars internationally on cutting edge Tx for most relevant use of mindfulness, navigational skills for YOUR life.
(615) 697-6446 View (615) 697-6446
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Lauren Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Lauren works with anxiety, depression, grief, issues with religion and spirituality, and life transitions, and specializes in Trauma, PTSD, and C-PTSD.
Lauren is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who earned her degree from Trevecca University in Nashville. Lauren offers holistic therapy for individuals through a trauma-focused lens. She strives to assist clients in creating change through positive regard, warmth, and safety. Lauren seeks to help clients who have experienced trauma, feel stuck, or struggle to find worth in themselves. She considers it an honor to accompany clients on their journey toward healing. In addition to providing therapy, Lauren is an AAMFT-approved Supervisor in training, under Dr. Laura Anderson, LMFT.
Lauren works with anxiety, depression, grief, issues with religion and spirituality, and life transitions, and specializes in Trauma, PTSD, and C-PTSD.
Lauren is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who earned her degree from Trevecca University in Nashville. Lauren offers holistic therapy for individuals through a trauma-focused lens. She strives to assist clients in creating change through positive regard, warmth, and safety. Lauren seeks to help clients who have experienced trauma, feel stuck, or struggle to find worth in themselves. She considers it an honor to accompany clients on their journey toward healing. In addition to providing therapy, Lauren is an AAMFT-approved Supervisor in training, under Dr. Laura Anderson, LMFT.
(615) 908-2616 View (615) 908-2616
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Jane Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Jane Murphy, MSW, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker who provides assessment and treatment for clients with mental health disorders. She graduated in 1986 from the University of Georgia with a Masters degree in Social Work. She has been practicing social work since that time and became licensed in 1987. Jane has worked extensively with issues of grief, death and dying, end of life care and chronic and acute illness. She has also provided treatment to persons with anxiety and depression.
Jane Murphy, MSW, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker who provides assessment and treatment for clients with mental health disorders. She graduated in 1986 from the University of Georgia with a Masters degree in Social Work. She has been practicing social work since that time and became licensed in 1987. Jane has worked extensively with issues of grief, death and dying, end of life care and chronic and acute illness. She has also provided treatment to persons with anxiety and depression.
(615) 488-2065 View (615) 488-2065
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Dixie Gibbs
LPC Associate, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
Feeling exhausted trying to hold it all together or dread having to keep up a smile and say the repetitious "I'm good, how are you?" knowing that you are moments away from tears? I hear you. Life is tough and sometimes we feel like all we can do is just stay above the water. If you're wanting to get out of this pattern and seek support, let's start today. I can offer support to help tackle whatever is weighing you down. I work with daily life stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, and women's issues (such as pregnancy, postpartum and perinatal mental health, infertility, and grief/loss).
Feeling exhausted trying to hold it all together or dread having to keep up a smile and say the repetitious "I'm good, how are you?" knowing that you are moments away from tears? I hear you. Life is tough and sometimes we feel like all we can do is just stay above the water. If you're wanting to get out of this pattern and seek support, let's start today. I can offer support to help tackle whatever is weighing you down. I work with daily life stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, and women's issues (such as pregnancy, postpartum and perinatal mental health, infertility, and grief/loss).
(615) 560-9711 View (615) 560-9711
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Stefanie Dedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in this field for over 10 years. I am passionate about working with people aiming to learn more about themselves, own their story, and make positive change toward a healthy life. I have experience in helping people with a wide range of issues including self-worth, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety problems, grief, addiction, and relationship issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been working in this field for over 10 years. I am passionate about working with people aiming to learn more about themselves, own their story, and make positive change toward a healthy life. I have experience in helping people with a wide range of issues including self-worth, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety problems, grief, addiction, and relationship issues.
(615) 265-1083 View (615) 265-1083
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Leanne Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
Not accepting new clients
Is your child or teen experiencing challenges with emotions, behavior, or social skills? If so, let’s talk. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 + years of experience working in the mental health field. Helping people work toward positive change is what I love, and I specialize in working with children, adolescents and families. I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, anger, low self-esteem, and with working in the foster care system. My husband and I are blessed to be parents through adoption, and I enjoy working with adoptive families and individuals dealing with infertility.
Is your child or teen experiencing challenges with emotions, behavior, or social skills? If so, let’s talk. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 + years of experience working in the mental health field. Helping people work toward positive change is what I love, and I specialize in working with children, adolescents and families. I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, anger, low self-esteem, and with working in the foster care system. My husband and I are blessed to be parents through adoption, and I enjoy working with adoptive families and individuals dealing with infertility.
(615) 632-6648 View (615) 632-6648
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Teryl Fleming
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I work with Adults and teens. I offer a creative, integrative,compassionate approach. I work with adults who are navigating life's everyday challenges and transitions (e.g., Anxiety/Depression, Self-worth, Career issues, Grief, Parenthood, Relationship issues Marriage/ Divorce and much more. I also, offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy) for Adults EMDR is not only used for PTSD but an array of clinical problems that can have positive life changing results. I work with teens to help with self esteem, social anxiety, ADHD, Autism and other concerns.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I work with Adults and teens. I offer a creative, integrative,compassionate approach. I work with adults who are navigating life's everyday challenges and transitions (e.g., Anxiety/Depression, Self-worth, Career issues, Grief, Parenthood, Relationship issues Marriage/ Divorce and much more. I also, offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy) for Adults EMDR is not only used for PTSD but an array of clinical problems that can have positive life changing results. I work with teens to help with self esteem, social anxiety, ADHD, Autism and other concerns.
(615) 590-3303 View (615) 590-3303
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Brian K Sheppard
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Goodlettsville, TN 37070
We help marriages and families! Our goal is to provide the knowledge and skills needed to overcome and grow. Things like better communication and the ability to resolve conflict are essential. We are glad to be able to offer a sliding fee scale in order to make counseling services affordable.
We help marriages and families! Our goal is to provide the knowledge and skills needed to overcome and grow. Things like better communication and the ability to resolve conflict are essential. We are glad to be able to offer a sliding fee scale in order to make counseling services affordable.
(615) 219-1576 View (615) 219-1576
Maghan Eversmith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC/MHS
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Hello! I enjoy working with a wide array of people. Clients who are motivated to make change, even in the smallest steps. Whether struggling with anxiety or depression, focus or self-esteem, working together to set goals and find what works best for the client. I focus on anxiety and depression, with training in CBT and TFCBT. I have worked with a number of mental health issues and worked along side each client to determine what fits best for them to see growth, change and ultimately healthy decision making in any stage of life. I welcome any questions, please reach out via the number provided or by email.
Hello! I enjoy working with a wide array of people. Clients who are motivated to make change, even in the smallest steps. Whether struggling with anxiety or depression, focus or self-esteem, working together to set goals and find what works best for the client. I focus on anxiety and depression, with training in CBT and TFCBT. I have worked with a number of mental health issues and worked along side each client to determine what fits best for them to see growth, change and ultimately healthy decision making in any stage of life. I welcome any questions, please reach out via the number provided or by email.
(615) 637-3608 View (615) 637-3608
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Scott McDougal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Welcome and thanks for checking out my profile. I'm Scott. Perhaps you’re here because your inner life has become too chaotic and you’re looking for a way to find peace. Or maybe you already sense some healing and recognize the need to deepen the inward journey, heal old wounds and find a therapist familiar with existential understanding, psychedelic integration and non-dual perspectives. Wherever you find yourself, I’ll meet you there. I’m sure of this; it is possible to access the wonder and creative energy of youth and move into new way of being in life.
Welcome and thanks for checking out my profile. I'm Scott. Perhaps you’re here because your inner life has become too chaotic and you’re looking for a way to find peace. Or maybe you already sense some healing and recognize the need to deepen the inward journey, heal old wounds and find a therapist familiar with existential understanding, psychedelic integration and non-dual perspectives. Wherever you find yourself, I’ll meet you there. I’m sure of this; it is possible to access the wonder and creative energy of youth and move into new way of being in life.
(615) 205-9132 View (615) 205-9132

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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.