Grief Counseling
Support Through Loss & Life Transitions
Grief touches every part of life. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, the heartbreak of miscarriage, or the end of a relationship or dream, grief can leave you feeling lost, isolated, or unsure how to move forward. There is no "right" way to grieve, and no timeline you must follow.
At A New Day Psychology, I provide a safe space to honor your loss and gently process the emotions that come with it. Together, we'll work toward healing in a way that respects your unique story and helps you rediscover moments of peace and hope.
Types of Grief I Work With
Grief can take many forms, including:
Pregnancy loss or stillbirth
Infertility grief – the pain of cycles, failed treatments, or unmet dreams
Loss of a loved one – sudden or expected, recent or long ago
Anticipatory grief – preparing for a loss that hasn't happened yet
Traumatic grief – loss complicated by trauma or unexpected events
Loss of identity or role - after life changes such as parenthood, illness, divorce or other transitions
How Therapy Helps With Grief
Grief counseling is not about "getting over it." It's about creating space to carry your loss with more compassion and less heaviness.
In therapy, we may focus on:
Processing Emotions
Therapy offers a dedicated, non-judgmental place to express the full range of your grief—including pain, anger, guilt, and confusion
Navigate the Waves of Loss
Learn proven strategies and grounding techniques to manage the intense, overwhelming emotional swings and physical sensations that accompany deep loss
Rebuilding Identity
We'll gently explore who you are now, supporting you as you reintegrate your life story and adapt to life as it is now
Meaning-Making
Discover healthy ways to honor your loved one or loss. Maintain a connection to your loved one's memory and legacy with grieving rituals
Challenge Self-Blame and Guilt
Address and neutralize common, heavy feelings of "what if" or "if only" that often accompany grief, helping you move toward self-compassion and acceptance
Re-engage with Hope and Purpose
Move beyond just surviving the day-to-day and slowly begin to find renewed meaning and purpose in your life when you are ready
My Approach
I use a gentle, client-centered approach, informed by evidence-based methods such as:
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
CBT helps by identifying and challenging the distorted, guilt-inducing, or catastrophic thought patterns that fuel intense emotional distress, allowing for healthier adaptation to the loss.
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
ACT teaches you to accept the pain of loss while committing to actions and behaviors that align with their core life values, creating a meaningful life alongside your grief.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
EMDR works to process traumatic aspects of the loss (such as the shock of a sudden death or visual memory of the event) by making those memories less intense and emotionally painful.
Mindfulness Practices
Mindfulness helps those grieving to anchor themselves in the present moment, increasing their capacity to gently observe and tolerate intense emotional surges without being overwhelmed by them.
Strengths-Based Therapy
This approach helps you recognize and mobilize their existing personal resources, resilience, and positive coping abilities to navigate the challenges of loss and rediscover competence and hope.
You Don't Have to Grieve Alone
Although grief is a natural part of life, it can feel unbearable to carry alone. With the right therapeutic support, you can gently process your loss and create space for hope, empowering you to re-engage with your purpose and start living fully again.
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