Grief & Loss Support

Grief counseling for recent losses, old losses and everything in between.

Honoring your loss and building your future can happen at the same time.

There can be room for both.

Whether your loss is recent or happened years ago, grief tends to come in waves. There's no timeline you're supposed to meet, and you don't have to carry it by yourself.

It can surface as sadness, anger, numbness, relief, guilt, or even unexpected laughter.

All of those reactions are welcome in our sessions. We'll talk about who or what you lost, sort through what you're feeling, and work toward carrying the loss in a way that still leaves room for the rest of your life.

"You can miss someone and still build a life you want to live."

Grief often comes with “I should have” thoughts. Using cognitive reprocessing, we can look honestly at any guilt or blame you're carrying and ask whether it's fair to you. ACT can help with the pain that doesn't need fixing, making room for it while you stay connected to the people and values that matter to you.

How long does grief last?

There is no universal timetable. Grief usually changes over time rather than simply ending on a particular date. Significant dates, transitions, reminders and unexpected moments can bring it forward again even after long periods of functioning well.

When should I consider grief counseling?

You don't have to wait until grief becomes unmanageable. Some people seek counseling soon after a loss, while others come months or years later. Therapy can be useful when you need somewhere to process the loss, adjust to what has changed, or talk honestly without worrying about protecting the people around you.

What if I don't want to "move on"?

You don't have to. Adapting to loss does not require forgetting someone or deciding they no longer matter. Therapy can focus on learning how to continue living while maintaining an ongoing connection to what or whom you lost in a way that works for you.

Can grief cause brain fog or difficulty concentrating?

Grief can affect concentration, memory, attention and decision-making, particularly during periods of intense stress and adjustment. When cognitive changes are new, severe or concerning, medical causes should also be considered rather than automatically attributing everything to grief.

Do you work with widows and widowers?

Yes. I work with people navigating the loss of a spouse or partner, including the emotional and practical reality of rebuilding a life that may look very different from the one they expected.

Do you understand military families and military loss?

Yes. Military-family experiences are personally meaningful to me, and my background gives me an understanding of some of the unique realities surrounding military life, transition, caregiving, service-related stressors and loss. Every person's experience is still individual, and I won't assume that sharing a military connection means I automatically know your story. Learn more about military & veteran counseling.

The smallest steps still carry you forward.

Let's take the next step together.