Grief and Loss

Much of the world is so uncomfortable with death, loss, and grief that we simply avoid the topic altogether. When someone we love experiences loss we want to encourage them, to say or do something that will ease the pain even just a little. When that fails, we feel helpless. We don’t know what to say.  In this space of helplessness many turn to withdrawal, avoidance, or distraction. In our efforts to “fix” the pain, we often miss that feeling alone in grief is actually one of the most painful things about grieving. To be with someone in their pain, to be willing to step into the messiness of regret, shame, guilt, longing, sadness, fear and despair that so often accompany loss, is one of the best gifts we can give someone who is grieving. In my work with grieving individuals we hold space for tears, anger, laughter, and numbness. There is freedom to explore, ask for and receive what you need in your grieving process rather than a formula for how people should grieve. We work to make meaning of the relationship and the loss in light of your greater attachment story. Therapy is a place where your pain, your emotions, and your story will be held and honored as you navigate the difficult journey of carrying on while missing a piece of your heart.