Grief and Loss Therapy
Your grief belongs here
Grief can enter your life in many ways - through loss, change, and the quiet realization that life has unfolded differently than you expected.
Grief can enter your life in many ways when something meaningful changes - a person, a role, a relationship, a future you imagined, or a version of yourself you are no longer able to return to. Grief can feel confusing, isolating, and difficult to put into words. You may find yourself wondering why certain emotions still feel so intense, why daily life feels heavier than it once did, or why parts of your identity no longer feel familiar.
You may be grieving the anticipated or unexpected death of someone important. You may be adjusting to life without their presence while holding complicated emotions about the relationship - love, regret, relief, anger, longing, and unfinished conversations that still quietly live within you. You may find yourself replaying conversations, questioning past decisions, or struggling to adjust to a future that no longer includes the person who mattered deeply to you. When relationships were complicated, estranged, or unresolved, grief can feel especially layered and difficult to process. Grief can bring questions about identity, belonging, and how to move forward in a world that now feels unfamiliar.
Grief also emerges during life transitions that disrupt your sense of direction or belonging. Becoming a parent may bring profound love while also surfacing loss for past versions of yourself - your independence, identity, or previous routines. Career dissatisfaction or feeling stuck in professional roles that no longer align with your values can create grief for the path you thought your life would take. Moving away from familiar places or communities can lead to a quiet longing for stability, connection, and tradition.
Grief can also surface when childhood experiences, family dynamics, or attachment wounds begin to feel more present in adulthood. You may notice patterns in relationships, emotional overwhelm, or an increasing awareness that past experiences continue to shape how you see yourself and the world. Grief in these situations may involve mourning the support, safety, or understanding you needed but did not receive.
How Grief May Be Showing Up…
Grief can influence every part of your life. You may experience:
Emotional waves that feel unpredictable or difficult to regulate
Anxiety, irritability, numbness, or persistent fatigue
Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or staying motivated
Changes in sleep, appetite, or daily functioning
Disconnection from others or from your sense of self
Questioning meaning, purpose, or future direction
Fear about the future or uncertainty about rebuilding your life
Engaging in unhealthy coping skills to manage emotions
Grief can affect not only how you feel - but how you function, relate, and imagine what comes next.
In the therapy room…
Grief therapy offers a space to slow down and gently make sense of your experience. Together we explore the emotional impact of loss, the meaning of important relationships, and the ways grief continues to shape your present life.
My approach is relational, client-centered, and grounded in mindfulness. Therapy may involve reflecting on past experiences, understanding emotional patterns, processing unresolved feelings, and developing coping strategies that support steadiness in daily life. I remain actively engaged in the work with you, offering thoughtful questions, observations, and emotional attunement as we navigate complex experiences together.
This work is not about “moving on.” It is about learning how to live with grief while creating space for growth, connection, and authenticity. As insight develops, many clients begin to notice greater emotional clarity, increased self-compassion, and the ability to move forward in ways that feel intentional.
Who this work is for…
This work may resonate if you:
Are grieving the death of someone important - whether the loss happened recently or long ago
Navigating ending of a relationship
Feel unfulfilled or uncertain in your career path
Are navigating identity shifts related to parenthood or life transitions
Are processing complicated family relationships or past experiences
Feel overwhelmed by daily stress or emotional fatigue
Are thoughtful, reflective, and open to exploring your inner world to deepen understanding of self
Possible outcomes of grief therapy…
Over time, many clients begin to experience:
Greater clarity and understanding of their grief
Reduced daily emotional overwhelm and anxiety
Increased capacity to tolerate uncertainty and change
Healthier ways of relating to themselves and others
A more grounded sense of identity and direction
The capacity to carry loss while still creating a meaningful life
You do not need to navigate grief alone. Therapy can support you in making sense of your experiences and discovering solutions from within.
Telehealth therapy services available in Connecticut and in-person therapy in Simsbury, CT