Grief Therapists in Riverside County, CA

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True North Therapy + Workshops
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEAP, RYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties involve; a broad range of grief and loss experiences, infertility, adoption, blended families, and life transitions.
Your present circumstances don't determine where you go; they merely determine where you start. -Nido Qubein Anxiety, depression, grief and loss and a multitude of relational problems may be present during different times in our lives. As a licensed, marriage and family therapist I have the ability to meet you wherever you are in the life span process. As a certified expressive arts practitioner, I can integrate these tools on your journey. I am also an authorized provider for, free counseling for problem gambling and affected individuals.
My specialties involve; a broad range of grief and loss experiences, infertility, adoption, blended families, and life transitions.
Your present circumstances don't determine where you go; they merely determine where you start. -Nido Qubein Anxiety, depression, grief and loss and a multitude of relational problems may be present during different times in our lives. As a licensed, marriage and family therapist I have the ability to meet you wherever you are in the life span process. As a certified expressive arts practitioner, I can integrate these tools on your journey. I am also an authorized provider for, free counseling for problem gambling and affected individuals.
(951) 384-2523 View (951) 384-2523
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Jill A Johnson-Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92506
I'm a specialist in grief and loss, with an approach I developed over years with hospice and based on current research about how people really grieve- not based on stages or grief being forever.
I offer support, reorganizing, and reimagining life for those coping with chronic illness, dementia, and losses of all kinds. If you need help getting through grief that's what I do. For the time being I am online, where I meet clients and lead grief and dementia groups. My grief groups are 8 weeks, focused on working through the loss, and getting you to your new life. The dementia group is the 3rd Saturday of each month at https://www.facebook.com/Riversidedementiasupport/- and it's free of charge. I approach life, and therapy looking for the joy while managing the tough times- not letting them manage life. Call to see me.
I'm a specialist in grief and loss, with an approach I developed over years with hospice and based on current research about how people really grieve- not based on stages or grief being forever.
I offer support, reorganizing, and reimagining life for those coping with chronic illness, dementia, and losses of all kinds. If you need help getting through grief that's what I do. For the time being I am online, where I meet clients and lead grief and dementia groups. My grief groups are 8 weeks, focused on working through the loss, and getting you to your new life. The dementia group is the 3rd Saturday of each month at https://www.facebook.com/Riversidedementiasupport/- and it's free of charge. I approach life, and therapy looking for the joy while managing the tough times- not letting them manage life. Call to see me.
(951) 999-4954 View (951) 999-4954
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Janelle Bonura
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palm Springs, CA 92264  (Online Only)
Are you tired of feeling stuck, lost, confused? Are you seeking more harmony in all areas of your life? Are you ready to feel empowered, excited, & energized about life? My passion is to lift you up, empower you, motivate you, & to get you back on track with feeling good again. I love to help adolescents, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and adjustment to life events. I support my clients in developing tools and skills to better manage the stressors they are facing and in building their self-confidence to handle the ups and downs life will inevitably bring.
Are you tired of feeling stuck, lost, confused? Are you seeking more harmony in all areas of your life? Are you ready to feel empowered, excited, & energized about life? My passion is to lift you up, empower you, motivate you, & to get you back on track with feeling good again. I love to help adolescents, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and adjustment to life events. I support my clients in developing tools and skills to better manage the stressors they are facing and in building their self-confidence to handle the ups and downs life will inevitably bring.
(657) 385-8400 View (657) 385-8400
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All Minds Clear Family Therapy, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
I work with individuals, families and couples experiencing communication breakdowns, depression, anxiety, work-related stress, grief and loss, bipolar, trauma, substance abuse and addiction.
Fog, Heavy Rain, Snow and Smoke are all elements that can impair ones visibility. Well how about chaos, emotional instability, anxiety, depression, clutter, stress? While it's true heavy rain and dense fog can cloud our physical vision; environmental, behavioral and chemical stressors can cloud our mental visibility. My name is Mabel (May-Bell) and it is my goal and mission for you to become emotionally and mentally healthy while learning effective tools you can apply to every day life’s challenges as you encounter them.
I work with individuals, families and couples experiencing communication breakdowns, depression, anxiety, work-related stress, grief and loss, bipolar, trauma, substance abuse and addiction.
Fog, Heavy Rain, Snow and Smoke are all elements that can impair ones visibility. Well how about chaos, emotional instability, anxiety, depression, clutter, stress? While it's true heavy rain and dense fog can cloud our physical vision; environmental, behavioral and chemical stressors can cloud our mental visibility. My name is Mabel (May-Bell) and it is my goal and mission for you to become emotionally and mentally healthy while learning effective tools you can apply to every day life’s challenges as you encounter them.
(951) 228-5324 View (951) 228-5324
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Mark Schlutsmeyer
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Corona, CA 92879
My name is Mark Schlutsmeyer and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist practicing full-time in Yuba City, California, and part-time throughout California via teletherapy. I work with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, self-harm, addiction/substance use, grief, spirituality issues, and relationship problems. I especially enjoy working with adults who have co-occurring mental health and addiction/substance use issues. I strongly recommend scheduling a free 15-minute consultation call with me for more information and to determine if my therapy approach might be a good fit for you.
My name is Mark Schlutsmeyer and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist practicing full-time in Yuba City, California, and part-time throughout California via teletherapy. I work with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, self-harm, addiction/substance use, grief, spirituality issues, and relationship problems. I especially enjoy working with adults who have co-occurring mental health and addiction/substance use issues. I strongly recommend scheduling a free 15-minute consultation call with me for more information and to determine if my therapy approach might be a good fit for you.
(951) 366-4056 View (951) 366-4056
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Hortencia Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Quinta, CA 92253
Are you feeling stuck? Struggling to survive the death of a loved one? Dealing with difficult relationships? Feeling anxious? Troubled by anger? Confused? Overwhelmed? Self-sabotaging? There are many factors that shape our thinking and affect our decision making. There are times when we don't understand why things happen or we're left to deal with unfair difficulties in life. There is no shame in seeking guidance or support. By building on your own strengths and the power of a therapeutic relationship, I can help foster self-discovery, authenticity, and coping skills that can help you work through these challenges.
Are you feeling stuck? Struggling to survive the death of a loved one? Dealing with difficult relationships? Feeling anxious? Troubled by anger? Confused? Overwhelmed? Self-sabotaging? There are many factors that shape our thinking and affect our decision making. There are times when we don't understand why things happen or we're left to deal with unfair difficulties in life. There is no shame in seeking guidance or support. By building on your own strengths and the power of a therapeutic relationship, I can help foster self-discovery, authenticity, and coping skills that can help you work through these challenges.
(760) 780-1031 View (760) 780-1031
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Sarah Bergeson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calimesa, CA 92320
If you're feeling overwhelmed, scattered, unsure of yourself, or at a loss of how to process certain experiences or emotions, I'm offering a listening ear and focused attention to you. I help problem solve with my clients, and empower those who need to remember their inner strength and call upon it. I work with people in understanding their relationship to themselves and others, which can sometimes be daunting without the objective, caring understanding of another. I am passionate about issues related to religious trauma, neurodivergence, disordered eating & body image issues, anxiety & depression, and relationship difficulties.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, scattered, unsure of yourself, or at a loss of how to process certain experiences or emotions, I'm offering a listening ear and focused attention to you. I help problem solve with my clients, and empower those who need to remember their inner strength and call upon it. I work with people in understanding their relationship to themselves and others, which can sometimes be daunting without the objective, caring understanding of another. I am passionate about issues related to religious trauma, neurodivergence, disordered eating & body image issues, anxiety & depression, and relationship difficulties.
(951) 783-4831 View (951) 783-4831
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Teri Cortland
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Quinta, CA 92253  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I will provide individual psychotherapy, group therapy, marriage counseling, grief counseling and workplace issues counseling.
If you have felt powerless when dealing with your boss or co-workers, if you struggle with communicating what you need and want in your relationships with family and/or partners, you may find psychotherapy a useful tool. If you are interested in improving your relationships, if you would like to gain clarity in your personal goals and want to learn how to establish and maintain interpersonal boundaries, I can help. I work with EAP's, I am a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), A Certified Problem Gambler Professional, and I offer Pre-Bariatric Surgery evaluations for candidates of those procedures.
I will provide individual psychotherapy, group therapy, marriage counseling, grief counseling and workplace issues counseling.
If you have felt powerless when dealing with your boss or co-workers, if you struggle with communicating what you need and want in your relationships with family and/or partners, you may find psychotherapy a useful tool. If you are interested in improving your relationships, if you would like to gain clarity in your personal goals and want to learn how to establish and maintain interpersonal boundaries, I can help. I work with EAP's, I am a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), A Certified Problem Gambler Professional, and I offer Pre-Bariatric Surgery evaluations for candidates of those procedures.
(760) 237-8938 View (760) 237-8938
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Taalya Areli, LMFT and Holistic Life Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92591  (Online Only)
You are not your challenges. Do you need help understanding how your past might be affecting your current experience? I specialize in helping women heal from creative blocks, grief and loss, trauma, burnout, low self worth, and overwhelm. You can shift unhealthy beliefs and patterns, learn tools and strategies to help you feel calmer and more in control, change habits that no longer serve you, and tap in to a deeper, higher part of you. I also help people explore and integrate non-ordinary experiences. We all, me included, need support at times to navigate the healing journey in order to feel whole and balanced.
You are not your challenges. Do you need help understanding how your past might be affecting your current experience? I specialize in helping women heal from creative blocks, grief and loss, trauma, burnout, low self worth, and overwhelm. You can shift unhealthy beliefs and patterns, learn tools and strategies to help you feel calmer and more in control, change habits that no longer serve you, and tap in to a deeper, higher part of you. I also help people explore and integrate non-ordinary experiences. We all, me included, need support at times to navigate the healing journey in order to feel whole and balanced.
(951) 419-3357 View (951) 419-3357
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Michelle Cruz McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
Everyone is different and their issues are different, but their problems are similar. Many people suffer alone and their quality of life is effected due to them not knowing how to work through their struggles. I have had experience working with clients with trauma both from adulthood and early childhood, betrayal trauma, grief issues, addiction, anxiety and depression, and relationship issues.
Everyone is different and their issues are different, but their problems are similar. Many people suffer alone and their quality of life is effected due to them not knowing how to work through their struggles. I have had experience working with clients with trauma both from adulthood and early childhood, betrayal trauma, grief issues, addiction, anxiety and depression, and relationship issues.
(951) 468-3120 View (951) 468-3120
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Peter Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Together we can identify old emotional wounds and life patterns which keep you from leading the fulfilling life you desire. By using a combination of insight therapy EMDR and behavioral modalities we will process old beliefs and create a healthier life. We will be able to heal the causes of your depression or anxiety, process traumas, grief and loss. When working with clients on Life coaching, the focus is on goals and actions to reach them as well as what might hinder reaching those goals which will fulfill your life. I also offer coaching and integration for those who are interested in doing psychedelic/plant medicine work.
Together we can identify old emotional wounds and life patterns which keep you from leading the fulfilling life you desire. By using a combination of insight therapy EMDR and behavioral modalities we will process old beliefs and create a healthier life. We will be able to heal the causes of your depression or anxiety, process traumas, grief and loss. When working with clients on Life coaching, the focus is on goals and actions to reach them as well as what might hinder reaching those goals which will fulfill your life. I also offer coaching and integration for those who are interested in doing psychedelic/plant medicine work.
(562) 449-3564 View (562) 449-3564
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Zoraida Noratto-White
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92507
Grief counseling, anxiety disorders and mood disorders are main lines of work in my practice; and couples therapy is something I love to do.
Greetings! My practice as a Marriage & Family Therapist is a place for healing and growth. My desire is to assist people in actively bringing about healing for their wounded hearts and in growing strong as individuals through that process.
Grief counseling, anxiety disorders and mood disorders are main lines of work in my practice; and couples therapy is something I love to do.
Greetings! My practice as a Marriage & Family Therapist is a place for healing and growth. My desire is to assist people in actively bringing about healing for their wounded hearts and in growing strong as individuals through that process.
(424) 367-1936 View (424) 367-1936
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Venise Loraine Russ
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lake Elsinore, CA 92532  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, grief, stress management, life transitions, workplace challenges, and relational concerns.
As a mental health professional for over 20 years, I have always been passionate about changing lives. My clinical background includes forensic mental health and medical social work. It is remarkable to see the gradual progress in clients and the transformative power of therapy at work. The most rewarding part of counseling is the therapeutic relationship with the client and how that foundation is used as a catalyst for change. I love to see the light and joy come back in my client's lives!
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, grief, stress management, life transitions, workplace challenges, and relational concerns.
As a mental health professional for over 20 years, I have always been passionate about changing lives. My clinical background includes forensic mental health and medical social work. It is remarkable to see the gradual progress in clients and the transformative power of therapy at work. The most rewarding part of counseling is the therapeutic relationship with the client and how that foundation is used as a catalyst for change. I love to see the light and joy come back in my client's lives!
(951) 524-7934 x100 View (951) 524-7934 x100
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Robyn D Norris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92507  (Online Only)
My passion lies in helping individuals from a relational perspective and instilling hope and assurance of one's individual journey. I believe we all have a story and the right to be heard and seen and that is what I look to offer you within our therapeutic relationship. i have experience treating adults with a wide array of issues such as depression, anxiety, attachment concerns, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, change of life issues, divorce, adoption, and relational disorders.
My passion lies in helping individuals from a relational perspective and instilling hope and assurance of one's individual journey. I believe we all have a story and the right to be heard and seen and that is what I look to offer you within our therapeutic relationship. i have experience treating adults with a wide array of issues such as depression, anxiety, attachment concerns, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, change of life issues, divorce, adoption, and relational disorders.
(909) 906-9974 View (909) 906-9974
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Melissa Coulson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92506  (Online Only)
I also have training in grief and bereavement, solution focused, and acceptance and commitment therapies.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to try something different to address issues they face, see things in a different light, and is willing to do the work to create the change that will help them be happier and healthier. I help clients to build their mental toolbox to address current issues and be better prepared to meet new challenges with confidence throughout the rest of their lives and clients who are open to this benefit the most. I love working with clients who are ready to prioritize themselves and commit to this journey.
I also have training in grief and bereavement, solution focused, and acceptance and commitment therapies.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to try something different to address issues they face, see things in a different light, and is willing to do the work to create the change that will help them be happier and healthier. I help clients to build their mental toolbox to address current issues and be better prepared to meet new challenges with confidence throughout the rest of their lives and clients who are open to this benefit the most. I love working with clients who are ready to prioritize themselves and commit to this journey.
(951) 517-3396 View (951) 517-3396
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Redd Davis, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92545  (Online Only)
I strive to work with individuals struggling with complicated grief, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. This includes people dealing with concerns surrounding their own mortality as well and anticipatory grief. My ideal client can struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma related to health issues or caregiver/family stress. My ideal client resides in the state of California, is able to engage via Telehealth and is motivated to work towards healing and wholeness.
I strive to work with individuals struggling with complicated grief, chronic illness, and caregiver stress. This includes people dealing with concerns surrounding their own mortality as well and anticipatory grief. My ideal client can struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma related to health issues or caregiver/family stress. My ideal client resides in the state of California, is able to engage via Telehealth and is motivated to work towards healing and wholeness.
(909) 245-8573 View (909) 245-8573
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Elizabeth Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92503  (Online Only)
Hello, I am Elizabeth Kelly, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adult clients aged 18 and older. If you are seeking help with working through grief, loss, difficult changes, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, aging challenges or any other issues that may be hard to overcome alone, I am here to help you through.
Hello, I am Elizabeth Kelly, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adult clients aged 18 and older. If you are seeking help with working through grief, loss, difficult changes, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, aging challenges or any other issues that may be hard to overcome alone, I am here to help you through.
(951) 564-3376 View (951) 564-3376
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Susan Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hemet, CA 92545
My name is Susan Burns, LCSW, and I have been in the mental health industry for over 24 years. My top specialties include Anxiety, Coping Skills, Relationship Issues, Job Stress, Grief, and Depression. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, Culturally Sensitive, Strength Based, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I have worked with individuals ranging from mild behavioral health issues to severely impaired functioning. I am a caring clinician who has positively impacted and healed many lives. I look forward to helping you on your journey of self-discovery and self-awareness.
My name is Susan Burns, LCSW, and I have been in the mental health industry for over 24 years. My top specialties include Anxiety, Coping Skills, Relationship Issues, Job Stress, Grief, and Depression. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, Culturally Sensitive, Strength Based, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I have worked with individuals ranging from mild behavioral health issues to severely impaired functioning. I am a caring clinician who has positively impacted and healed many lives. I look forward to helping you on your journey of self-discovery and self-awareness.
(951) 438-8289 View (951) 438-8289
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Katherine Deal (Reis)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Quinta, CA 92253
Whether you're struggling with consequences stemming from past trauma, chronic mental illness, grief/loss, hopelessness, anger, resentment or profound life changes; healing is possible. Therapy is the process of building insight and awareness into behaviors and thoughts that ultimately perpetuate the hurt and pain. My goal is to assist in you finding the best way to break this pattern, change old and ineffective ways of coping and building a better understanding of why we do what we do. We often are trying to make right or whole, something that was so broken, destroyed or distorted from our past.
Whether you're struggling with consequences stemming from past trauma, chronic mental illness, grief/loss, hopelessness, anger, resentment or profound life changes; healing is possible. Therapy is the process of building insight and awareness into behaviors and thoughts that ultimately perpetuate the hurt and pain. My goal is to assist in you finding the best way to break this pattern, change old and ineffective ways of coping and building a better understanding of why we do what we do. We often are trying to make right or whole, something that was so broken, destroyed or distorted from our past.
(951) 363-2832 View (951) 363-2832
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Sue M. Bushrow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92592  (Online Only)
Working with individuals whom have experienced trauma, sexual abuse, grief and loss, helping to process the pain, in their own time frame and begin healing.
Is life hard and your heart hurting ? Are you struggling ? Do you need relief? Has your family suffered from trauma, loss, change, or heartache? Are you a Veteran struggling? Is your marriage hard? Is your teenager struggling? Are you in professional ministry with no safe place to express the difficulties of ministry. Do you feel depressed after a major life event? I would love to help you or your family!
Working with individuals whom have experienced trauma, sexual abuse, grief and loss, helping to process the pain, in their own time frame and begin healing.
Is life hard and your heart hurting ? Are you struggling ? Do you need relief? Has your family suffered from trauma, loss, change, or heartache? Are you a Veteran struggling? Is your marriage hard? Is your teenager struggling? Are you in professional ministry with no safe place to express the difficulties of ministry. Do you feel depressed after a major life event? I would love to help you or your family!
(951) 305-4150 View (951) 305-4150

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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.