Grief Therapists in Missouri City, TX

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Libbie Vaughan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
Do you feel worn down by the relentless events of your life? Are you overwhelmed by the myriad of self-help choices out there and need some guidance? Have you experienced loss and don’t know what to do with those intense feelings? Do you just feel like you are “going through the motions”, pleasing everyone but yourself?
Do you feel worn down by the relentless events of your life? Are you overwhelmed by the myriad of self-help choices out there and need some guidance? Have you experienced loss and don’t know what to do with those intense feelings? Do you just feel like you are “going through the motions”, pleasing everyone but yourself?
(832) 841-4587 View (832) 841-4587
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Stella Teyegaga
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MHA, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77489  (Online Only)
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and stress related to sudden life transitions.
I believe that most people want to embrace life more purposefully. My goal is to help you tap into and honor your innate strengths. Past hurts and daily challenges can sometimes cloud one’s perception of self. In a supportive environment, I proceed with the understanding that psychological safety fosters growth and healing. Together, we may investigate unhelpful beliefs about self that could be driving specific behaviors. Additionally, how these beliefs are made manifest in your primary relationships.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and stress related to sudden life transitions.
I believe that most people want to embrace life more purposefully. My goal is to help you tap into and honor your innate strengths. Past hurts and daily challenges can sometimes cloud one’s perception of self. In a supportive environment, I proceed with the understanding that psychological safety fosters growth and healing. Together, we may investigate unhelpful beliefs about self that could be driving specific behaviors. Additionally, how these beliefs are made manifest in your primary relationships.
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Debbie Sandberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
Debbie Sandberg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with +20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is driven to support individuals and families including adolescents and adults with their challenges and identifying their strengths for improvement. Her experience includes all ages starting with troubled youth, adoptions and couples experiencing infertility and/or life changes, family discord, and geriatrics with issues related to different levels of dementia and end-of-life issues. Debbie specializes in CBT, mood, grief, relationship issues, lifestyle changes, and self-care/self-esteem.
Debbie Sandberg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with +20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is driven to support individuals and families including adolescents and adults with their challenges and identifying their strengths for improvement. Her experience includes all ages starting with troubled youth, adoptions and couples experiencing infertility and/or life changes, family discord, and geriatrics with issues related to different levels of dementia and end-of-life issues. Debbie specializes in CBT, mood, grief, relationship issues, lifestyle changes, and self-care/self-esteem.
(979) 661-8998 View (979) 661-8998
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Susan R Steinbruecker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked for many years as a psychotherapist in private practice with Southwest Psychotherapy. I offer expertise in working with people facing life altering illness and those amid loss and grief. I also treat those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and more. It is my goal to provide a safe environment where clients can explore difficult issues. I employ an active style of practice that is both direct and supportive, always focused on improved communication, healthier self esteem and happier relationships. I work with individuals, couples and families.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked for many years as a psychotherapist in private practice with Southwest Psychotherapy. I offer expertise in working with people facing life altering illness and those amid loss and grief. I also treat those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and more. It is my goal to provide a safe environment where clients can explore difficult issues. I employ an active style of practice that is both direct and supportive, always focused on improved communication, healthier self esteem and happier relationships. I work with individuals, couples and families.
(713) 338-9217 View (713) 338-9217
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Lynn Nwosu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459
I focus primarily on anxiety, depression, trauma (including race-based and gender-identity-based trauma), grief and loss, and self-esteem.
Sometimes we're looking for a safe place where we can be seen, heard, and validated. We want someone to hold space for us without judgment or blame. We also may want a road map. Someone who can guide us based on their lived experiences or professional expertise.
I focus primarily on anxiety, depression, trauma (including race-based and gender-identity-based trauma), grief and loss, and self-esteem.
Sometimes we're looking for a safe place where we can be seen, heard, and validated. We want someone to hold space for us without judgment or blame. We also may want a road map. Someone who can guide us based on their lived experiences or professional expertise.
(281) 954-3172 View (281) 954-3172
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Susan Y. Frazier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
Over the last 20 years, I have been working to enhance my skills to address trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, family challenges, relationship issues, and grief.
Frazier Counseling Services, LLC was founded on the principles of "personal resilience". You have the ability to "bounce back" from any situation with the right tools and voice of reasoning. You matter and we will meet you where you are and work towards identifying solutions that will yield positive results. We strive on creating a safe, non-judgemental environment for you to be transparent and open to the therapeutic process.
Over the last 20 years, I have been working to enhance my skills to address trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, family challenges, relationship issues, and grief.
Frazier Counseling Services, LLC was founded on the principles of "personal resilience". You have the ability to "bounce back" from any situation with the right tools and voice of reasoning. You matter and we will meet you where you are and work towards identifying solutions that will yield positive results. We strive on creating a safe, non-judgemental environment for you to be transparent and open to the therapeutic process.
(786) 780-2383 View (786) 780-2383
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Cheryl Clansy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
Cheryl Clansy is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), trained Mediator, and Life Coach with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Cheryl is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges, resolve conflicts, and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in anxiety, grief, relationship issues, school issues, and major life transitions. Cheryl completed her doctoral degree at Grambling State University. She has professional experience in public education, postsecondary education, and the nonprofit sector.
Cheryl Clansy is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), trained Mediator, and Life Coach with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Cheryl is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges, resolve conflicts, and live more fulfilled lives. She specializes in anxiety, grief, relationship issues, school issues, and major life transitions. Cheryl completed her doctoral degree at Grambling State University. She has professional experience in public education, postsecondary education, and the nonprofit sector.
(281) 677-3048 View (281) 677-3048
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Tamera Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77489  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients that are experiencing: adjustments to major life events, women's issues, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, grief, and managing stress of daily demands.
Greetings, I'm Tamera, a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, covering the Greater Houston Area. For the past 10 years, I have provided mental health services in diverse populations. I believe that every person has the power within to heal and experience a positive transformation. Using person centered, supportive therapy and cognitive-behavioral approaches, my goal is to work collaboratively with each client to unlock their power potential. Together we will challenge unwanted patterns and reveal new perspectives. With this new awareness, the client with be able to live a more fulfilling life.
I specialize in working with clients that are experiencing: adjustments to major life events, women's issues, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, grief, and managing stress of daily demands.
Greetings, I'm Tamera, a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, covering the Greater Houston Area. For the past 10 years, I have provided mental health services in diverse populations. I believe that every person has the power within to heal and experience a positive transformation. Using person centered, supportive therapy and cognitive-behavioral approaches, my goal is to work collaboratively with each client to unlock their power potential. Together we will challenge unwanted patterns and reveal new perspectives. With this new awareness, the client with be able to live a more fulfilling life.
(832) 621-4153 View (832) 621-4153
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Amy R. Shore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459
My specialties include TEENS & TWEENS ( anxiety, identity, ADHD, depression, cutting), LIFE TRANSITIONS (birth, death, grief/loss, infertility, marriage, divorce, adulting), all aspects of ADOPTION (adoptees, adoptive parents, birth parents), and LGBTQ clients (coming out, family issues, gender fluidity, body dysmorphia, transgender & transitioning).
ONLINE SESSIONS available around your schedule. Anxiety, social anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, and self-esteem issues that manifest themselves in a variety of ways -- I am experienced and passionate about helping clients of all ages and stages in life deal with what is interrupting the rhythm of their lives. Life is not easy, and there are bumps in the road. Trauma needs to be processed - whether it happened yesterday or years ago - in order for you to move forward. Together we can tackle the tough stuff. Peace of mind is just around the corner!
My specialties include TEENS & TWEENS ( anxiety, identity, ADHD, depression, cutting), LIFE TRANSITIONS (birth, death, grief/loss, infertility, marriage, divorce, adulting), all aspects of ADOPTION (adoptees, adoptive parents, birth parents), and LGBTQ clients (coming out, family issues, gender fluidity, body dysmorphia, transgender & transitioning).
ONLINE SESSIONS available around your schedule. Anxiety, social anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, and self-esteem issues that manifest themselves in a variety of ways -- I am experienced and passionate about helping clients of all ages and stages in life deal with what is interrupting the rhythm of their lives. Life is not easy, and there are bumps in the road. Trauma needs to be processed - whether it happened yesterday or years ago - in order for you to move forward. Together we can tackle the tough stuff. Peace of mind is just around the corner!
(713) 936-5511 View (713) 936-5511
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Victor C Victor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
I am licensed and experienced to offer individual therapy, couples therapy, and group therapy focused on marital conflicts, depression, anxiety, grief, chemical dependency treatment, and counseling.
Hello, my name is Vic Victor, a Licensed Professional Therapist. I provide a safe, confidential, and enabling environment for my clients to overcome or manage life challenges through strength, knowledge, and resilience. I partner with my clients to identify their strengths and remove obstacles to living a healthy drug-free life and maximizing their potential.
I am licensed and experienced to offer individual therapy, couples therapy, and group therapy focused on marital conflicts, depression, anxiety, grief, chemical dependency treatment, and counseling.
Hello, my name is Vic Victor, a Licensed Professional Therapist. I provide a safe, confidential, and enabling environment for my clients to overcome or manage life challenges through strength, knowledge, and resilience. I partner with my clients to identify their strengths and remove obstacles to living a healthy drug-free life and maximizing their potential.
(346) 209-0946 View (346) 209-0946
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Felicia Mask
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Felicia Mask, Licensed Psychotherapist. What sets my therapy practice apart is my commitment to personalized care and comprehensive support. Through a blend of holistic counseling and evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, I address a spectrum of challenges, from managing depression and anxiety to navigating trauma and grief. Whether you're grappling with individual struggles or seeking to strengthen your relationships, my telehealth services offer convenience and confidentiality, ensuring support from anywhere you are. Take the first step towards healing and growth by reaching out to me today. Your
Hello! I’m Felicia Mask, Licensed Psychotherapist. What sets my therapy practice apart is my commitment to personalized care and comprehensive support. Through a blend of holistic counseling and evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, I address a spectrum of challenges, from managing depression and anxiety to navigating trauma and grief. Whether you're grappling with individual struggles or seeking to strengthen your relationships, my telehealth services offer convenience and confidentiality, ensuring support from anywhere you are. Take the first step towards healing and growth by reaching out to me today. Your
(469) 518-3657 View (469) 518-3657
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Karina Elena Bavery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Grief and Loss, Parenting and Family Issues, Phase of Life Transitions, and Career/Work Issues.
I am licensed in California (LMFT121806), Texas (205156), UT (13707825-3902), and ID (10378) as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I am available to meet clients online and utilize an eclectic approach as I like to meet clients where they are at providing helpful tools that can be utilized in everyday life.
I have experience working with individuals struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Grief and Loss, Parenting and Family Issues, Phase of Life Transitions, and Career/Work Issues.
I am licensed in California (LMFT121806), Texas (205156), UT (13707825-3902), and ID (10378) as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I am available to meet clients online and utilize an eclectic approach as I like to meet clients where they are at providing helpful tools that can be utilized in everyday life.
(281) 609-6309 View (281) 609-6309
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Andrea Galiette Skoglund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
EMDR CERTIFIED. Whether you face stress at home, work, school or your health, I can help you develop strategies to enhance coping. I work with couples to identify interpersonal stressors to enhance communication and restore harmony. I work with teenagers and young adults on issues of independence, self esteem, depression and anxiety. I have extensive experience working with family caregivers facing illness, advance care planning, death/dying and bereavement. I work with women to enhance their ability to cope with stressors across the lifespan, including infertility, post-partum depression and empty nest challenges.
EMDR CERTIFIED. Whether you face stress at home, work, school or your health, I can help you develop strategies to enhance coping. I work with couples to identify interpersonal stressors to enhance communication and restore harmony. I work with teenagers and young adults on issues of independence, self esteem, depression and anxiety. I have extensive experience working with family caregivers facing illness, advance care planning, death/dying and bereavement. I work with women to enhance their ability to cope with stressors across the lifespan, including infertility, post-partum depression and empty nest challenges.
(832) 413-6955 View (832) 413-6955
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Kate Meserve
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459
Whether it's family, relationships, work or school - life can be challenging. I help my clients tap into their best self to develop coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and depression. I also have focused experience helping clients with chronic health conditions, grief and loss, and challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community. I strive to create a supportive and welcoming environment where you will feel comfortable expressing yourself. I'm here to support you and provide you with tools and strategies to help you achieve your goals and feel better.
Whether it's family, relationships, work or school - life can be challenging. I help my clients tap into their best self to develop coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and depression. I also have focused experience helping clients with chronic health conditions, grief and loss, and challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community. I strive to create a supportive and welcoming environment where you will feel comfortable expressing yourself. I'm here to support you and provide you with tools and strategies to help you achieve your goals and feel better.
(832) 793-6368 View (832) 793-6368
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Margaret M Warner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
Now accepting BCBS, CIGNA, United Health Care / Optum and AETNA. It's about transformation. My passion is rooted in helping an individual, couples, and families navigate through difficult times in their lives. Having a compassionate person available to listen to your struggles is sometimes all one needs. I enjoy working along side my clients as they discover new ways to handle difficulties. For almost 25 years I have provided counseling in multiple settings including one-on-one and group, crisis department, grief groups, MHMR, and schools (teens).
Now accepting BCBS, CIGNA, United Health Care / Optum and AETNA. It's about transformation. My passion is rooted in helping an individual, couples, and families navigate through difficult times in their lives. Having a compassionate person available to listen to your struggles is sometimes all one needs. I enjoy working along side my clients as they discover new ways to handle difficulties. For almost 25 years I have provided counseling in multiple settings including one-on-one and group, crisis department, grief groups, MHMR, and schools (teens).
(713) 766-5751 View (713) 766-5751
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Celeste Lott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
I also work with clients struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss.
Sometimes life takes a turn that we did not expect and the way we used to cope and survive no longer works for us. I am excited to join you on this path towards self-exploration while holding a safe place for you to discover, grow, and heal. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a critical component to making counseling work. I value the importance of hearing your unique story and the struggles you are experiencing. I work with clients 18 and older with specific various presenting concerns including: family of origin & attachment issues, adjustment to life changes, communication struggles, and boundary setting in relationships.
I also work with clients struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and grief/loss.
Sometimes life takes a turn that we did not expect and the way we used to cope and survive no longer works for us. I am excited to join you on this path towards self-exploration while holding a safe place for you to discover, grow, and heal. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a critical component to making counseling work. I value the importance of hearing your unique story and the struggles you are experiencing. I work with clients 18 and older with specific various presenting concerns including: family of origin & attachment issues, adjustment to life changes, communication struggles, and boundary setting in relationships.
(281) 672-8776 View (281) 672-8776
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Bernave Vega
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
Bernave Vega, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and Nationally Certified Counselor, has a year of dedicated experience in mental health. His passion lies in supporting couples, adolescents, and adults in navigating life's obstacles. Bernave specializes in depression, anxiety, gender/sexuality identity conflicts, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. He has a close connection to the LGBTQIA+ community, offering compassionate support to individuals facing challenges related to gender and sexual identity. This, combined with his professional background, equips him to offer the guidance and assistance his clients seek.
Bernave Vega, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and Nationally Certified Counselor, has a year of dedicated experience in mental health. His passion lies in supporting couples, adolescents, and adults in navigating life's obstacles. Bernave specializes in depression, anxiety, gender/sexuality identity conflicts, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. He has a close connection to the LGBTQIA+ community, offering compassionate support to individuals facing challenges related to gender and sexual identity. This, combined with his professional background, equips him to offer the guidance and assistance his clients seek.
(281) 609-4399 View (281) 609-4399
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Shirley Cornett
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
I am a PhD, licensed marriage, and family therapist with over 20 years of experience.  For the past five years using clinically tested and evidenced-based interventions, I have been conducting online therapy with individuals, families and couples presenting with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, transgender challenges, relationship, and parenting issues, as well as personal growth, grief/loss, and trauma. I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties. I am interested in continuing my work with clients experiencing gender dysphoria, social anxiety, and childhood trauma is
I am a PhD, licensed marriage, and family therapist with over 20 years of experience.  For the past five years using clinically tested and evidenced-based interventions, I have been conducting online therapy with individuals, families and couples presenting with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, transgender challenges, relationship, and parenting issues, as well as personal growth, grief/loss, and trauma. I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties. I am interested in continuing my work with clients experiencing gender dysphoria, social anxiety, and childhood trauma is
(737) 387-6457 View (737) 387-6457
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Claudine Kirby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Missouri City, TX 77459  (Online Only)
My areas of specialization include anxiety, depression, self-care, grief, and relationship issues.
I practice as a holistic mental health clinician, I focus on the deep connection between mind and body to foster healing and well-being. My approach is comprehensive, addressing both the physical and emotional dimensions of each individual, with the goal of nurturing the whole person. I enhance traditional mental health treatments and integrate the therapeutic benefits of movement; by combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with complementary modalities such as nutrition and exercise, I aim to help my clients achieve balance, resilience, and fulfillment in their lives. I believe therapy goes beyond just talking.
My areas of specialization include anxiety, depression, self-care, grief, and relationship issues.
I practice as a holistic mental health clinician, I focus on the deep connection between mind and body to foster healing and well-being. My approach is comprehensive, addressing both the physical and emotional dimensions of each individual, with the goal of nurturing the whole person. I enhance traditional mental health treatments and integrate the therapeutic benefits of movement; by combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with complementary modalities such as nutrition and exercise, I aim to help my clients achieve balance, resilience, and fulfillment in their lives. I believe therapy goes beyond just talking.
(281) 626-7950 View (281) 626-7950
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Carolyn Clansy Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
No one is immune to life-challenges and sometimes you need a professional who knows how to guide you through difficult circumstances compassionately, skillfully and efficiently. With nearly 20 years of experience providing individual, group, and couples therapy for children, adolescents and adults, I not only understand the many colors of pain, I also know pathways to healing. Because of my passion to help as many people as I can, I received broad-based training and have established a general practice focused on treating common conditions including depression, grief, anxiety, divorce, abuse, ADHD, marital difficulties, anger, infertility, childhood disorders, PTSD, and many others.
No one is immune to life-challenges and sometimes you need a professional who knows how to guide you through difficult circumstances compassionately, skillfully and efficiently. With nearly 20 years of experience providing individual, group, and couples therapy for children, adolescents and adults, I not only understand the many colors of pain, I also know pathways to healing. Because of my passion to help as many people as I can, I received broad-based training and have established a general practice focused on treating common conditions including depression, grief, anxiety, divorce, abuse, ADHD, marital difficulties, anger, infertility, childhood disorders, PTSD, and many others.
(281) 969-8235 View (281) 969-8235

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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.