Grief Therapists in Joplin, MT

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Empowered Sol Wellness Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, MT 59401
Hey! I am Terri. So many people that I have met describe having been stuck. They have been unable, with the tools they have had, to get unstuck. Typically, it seems that trauma in one form or another is behind that. We all have a story, right? The one that led you here. Trauma can be big trauma, like we think of car accidents or sexual assault but it can also be things like grief or loss, divorce, emotional abuse, etc. Things that get stuck, that mold us in a sense... those same things also make us strong and build character, once we learn how to build from them.
Hey! I am Terri. So many people that I have met describe having been stuck. They have been unable, with the tools they have had, to get unstuck. Typically, it seems that trauma in one form or another is behind that. We all have a story, right? The one that led you here. Trauma can be big trauma, like we think of car accidents or sexual assault but it can also be things like grief or loss, divorce, emotional abuse, etc. Things that get stuck, that mold us in a sense... those same things also make us strong and build character, once we learn how to build from them.
(406) 952-1444 View (406) 952-1444
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Dusti B Zimmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, MHPP
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
I am licensed in the beautiful state of Montana with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress management, anxiety, depression, coping with grief and loss, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, EMDR, as well as evaluations to determine what maybe be impacting you. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and well-adjusted life and to take the first steps towards change, creating goals and achieving success.
I am licensed in the beautiful state of Montana with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress management, anxiety, depression, coping with grief and loss, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, EMDR, as well as evaluations to determine what maybe be impacting you. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and well-adjusted life and to take the first steps towards change, creating goals and achieving success.
(406) 780-3576 View (406) 780-3576
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Corin J Fisch
LCPC, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
I work with clients with Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anger problems, Substance Use Problems, grief/loss, domestic violence, clients wanting to improve their life by setting goals and focusing on changing the outcome of their future by choices today, and clients who need support going through a difficult time.
Hi, I'm Corin and I provide in person and telehealth. I have a diverse background, am trained by Emdria for EMDR therapy, Mental Health (LCPC) and also have a second license as an Addictions Counselor (LAC). I treat clients struggling with Depression, Grief/Loss, Borderline Personality Disorder, Trauma History, and also with Addiction issues, or a combination of those. Give me a call and we can see if we are a fit!
I work with clients with Depression, Anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anger problems, Substance Use Problems, grief/loss, domestic violence, clients wanting to improve their life by setting goals and focusing on changing the outcome of their future by choices today, and clients who need support going through a difficult time.
Hi, I'm Corin and I provide in person and telehealth. I have a diverse background, am trained by Emdria for EMDR therapy, Mental Health (LCPC) and also have a second license as an Addictions Counselor (LAC). I treat clients struggling with Depression, Grief/Loss, Borderline Personality Disorder, Trauma History, and also with Addiction issues, or a combination of those. Give me a call and we can see if we are a fit!
(406) 434-8171 View (406) 434-8171
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Dana M DelGuerra
Counselor, LCPC, MSc, ATR, RYT
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
Designed/painted mural in GF, Guest artist with Children's Grief Camp with Hospice.
Often people are searching for new ways to find their potential. Through counseling, I help people to explore, understand self limiting thinking and behaviors to live more meaningful and purposeful lives. I use an Eclectic therapeutic approach to serve each client's need to assist the process of working toward balance.
Designed/painted mural in GF, Guest artist with Children's Grief Camp with Hospice.
Often people are searching for new ways to find their potential. Through counseling, I help people to explore, understand self limiting thinking and behaviors to live more meaningful and purposeful lives. I use an Eclectic therapeutic approach to serve each client's need to assist the process of working toward balance.
(406) 564-4022 View (406) 564-4022
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Kourtney DeBruycker
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP), I aim to provide a welcoming and productive environment for clients. I work with individuals, families, and couples experiencing a range of issues impacting their relationships, functioning, and overall well-being. I am passionate about empowering my clients to create the lives they desire, through a collaborative approach. I support clients in recognizing their strengths and self-worth to grow and make changes that will help them to live a fulfilled life.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP), I aim to provide a welcoming and productive environment for clients. I work with individuals, families, and couples experiencing a range of issues impacting their relationships, functioning, and overall well-being. I am passionate about empowering my clients to create the lives they desire, through a collaborative approach. I support clients in recognizing their strengths and self-worth to grow and make changes that will help them to live a fulfilled life.
(406) 637-7067 View (406) 637-7067
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Kelli O'Brien
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59404
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of presenting problems including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma (physical, sexual, emotional, and psychological), low self-esteem, grief and loss, family conflict, school issues, oppositional defiant behaviors, anger management, Autism, and adjustment.
My focus is to help each individual gain self-awareness, self-compassion, and overall confidence in his, her, or their ability to understand and manage overwhelming emotions, stress, and ongoing psychological and behavioral problems. When we are defeated or don’t feel like ourselves, it is easy to focus on the negatives; I help individuals, couples, and families rediscover their strengths and the positive attributes that empower them toward growth and happiness. I am passionate about kids, women’s issues, building healthy relationships, increasing self-esteem, and healing family dynamics (including teaching parenting skills).
I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of presenting problems including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma (physical, sexual, emotional, and psychological), low self-esteem, grief and loss, family conflict, school issues, oppositional defiant behaviors, anger management, Autism, and adjustment.
My focus is to help each individual gain self-awareness, self-compassion, and overall confidence in his, her, or their ability to understand and manage overwhelming emotions, stress, and ongoing psychological and behavioral problems. When we are defeated or don’t feel like ourselves, it is easy to focus on the negatives; I help individuals, couples, and families rediscover their strengths and the positive attributes that empower them toward growth and happiness. I am passionate about kids, women’s issues, building healthy relationships, increasing self-esteem, and healing family dynamics (including teaching parenting skills).
(406) 760-1784 View (406) 760-1784
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Teslynn Anderson
Counselor, MSc, LCPC
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
I specialize in complex trauma/PTSD, co-occuring disorders, suicidality, Autism/ADHD, anxiety & depression, grief, infertility, youth/teens, parents, couples, and families.
We repeat what we don't repair, and we can't achieve change unless we make changes. My style is integrative, emotion and attachment focused, strength based, trauma informed/affirming, polyvagal-informed, psychoeducational and skill building. We'll work together to create healthy perspective shifts, develop effective communication, process difficult feelings, notice negative thoughts, change unhelpful behaviors, and increase self-love. I emphasize the connection of mind and body, and help clients build neuroplasticity and increase brain health. I'm authentic, full of humor, and nonjudgmental to all.
I specialize in complex trauma/PTSD, co-occuring disorders, suicidality, Autism/ADHD, anxiety & depression, grief, infertility, youth/teens, parents, couples, and families.
We repeat what we don't repair, and we can't achieve change unless we make changes. My style is integrative, emotion and attachment focused, strength based, trauma informed/affirming, polyvagal-informed, psychoeducational and skill building. We'll work together to create healthy perspective shifts, develop effective communication, process difficult feelings, notice negative thoughts, change unhelpful behaviors, and increase self-love. I emphasize the connection of mind and body, and help clients build neuroplasticity and increase brain health. I'm authentic, full of humor, and nonjudgmental to all.
(406) 510-1923 View (406) 510-1923
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Trish McCoy
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CHT
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59404  (Online Only)
Hypnotherapy is a safe and relaxing technique for addressing issues such as weight loss, smoking cessation, phobias, anxiety, and much more.
Your choice in considering assistance to overcome personal obstacles and progress forward indicates a level of commitment to improving your sense of well-being and overall contentment. Together, we can achieve your personal goals. Combining conventional and alternative approaches, a variety of styles and techniques are employed to incorporate what will be the most beneficial for the individual client. With sensitivity and compassion, I assist clients in discovering solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Specializing in adolescent issues, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Hypnotherapy is a safe and relaxing technique for addressing issues such as weight loss, smoking cessation, phobias, anxiety, and much more.
Your choice in considering assistance to overcome personal obstacles and progress forward indicates a level of commitment to improving your sense of well-being and overall contentment. Together, we can achieve your personal goals. Combining conventional and alternative approaches, a variety of styles and techniques are employed to incorporate what will be the most beneficial for the individual client. With sensitivity and compassion, I assist clients in discovering solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Specializing in adolescent issues, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
(406) 412-6203 View (406) 412-6203
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Janet Schneider
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
Waitlist for new clients
Common reasons for seeking therapy are: grief or loss, sadness, depression, anxiety, fear, panic attacks, stress, trauma, going through a difficult situation, nightmares or flashbacks, anger management, behavioral issues, communication issues, or relationship issues.
Through individual therapy, family counseling, or couples counseling I will give you information, tools and assistance you need to find relief from your pain and a solution to your difficulties. I have helped families, couples, and individual clients heal, grow, and change their lives. I work to enhance and expand people's ability to experience deeper connection with themselves and others. I believe in treating the whole person and not just mental health symptoms. Through therapy I help people in their desire to close the gap between where they are right now and where they want to be.
Common reasons for seeking therapy are: grief or loss, sadness, depression, anxiety, fear, panic attacks, stress, trauma, going through a difficult situation, nightmares or flashbacks, anger management, behavioral issues, communication issues, or relationship issues.
Through individual therapy, family counseling, or couples counseling I will give you information, tools and assistance you need to find relief from your pain and a solution to your difficulties. I have helped families, couples, and individual clients heal, grow, and change their lives. I work to enhance and expand people's ability to experience deeper connection with themselves and others. I believe in treating the whole person and not just mental health symptoms. Through therapy I help people in their desire to close the gap between where they are right now and where they want to be.
(406) 206-3940 View (406) 206-3940
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Lida Holst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shelby, MT 59474
I am adept at treating a variety of concerns including mood and relationship difficulties and adjustment-related issues such as grief or other life transitions.
We all possess the innate capacity for healing and growth, despite how painful our current struggles or past experiences may be. I believe even the most difficult symptom or behavior began as a way to cope with something unmanageable, and that we are able to shed the symptoms and behaviors that no longer serve us by building authentic and compassionate relationships with ourselves and others. I practice from a humanistic and trauma-informed perspective, and believe that safety and trust are the foundation of an effective therapeutic relationship.
I am adept at treating a variety of concerns including mood and relationship difficulties and adjustment-related issues such as grief or other life transitions.
We all possess the innate capacity for healing and growth, despite how painful our current struggles or past experiences may be. I believe even the most difficult symptom or behavior began as a way to cope with something unmanageable, and that we are able to shed the symptoms and behaviors that no longer serve us by building authentic and compassionate relationships with ourselves and others. I practice from a humanistic and trauma-informed perspective, and believe that safety and trust are the foundation of an effective therapeutic relationship.
(406) 344-8309 View (406) 344-8309
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Sheila Murray, LCPC, LLC
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, MT 59405
Do you feel overwhelmed or stuck with a life change, loss or trauma? Are you desiring change and fearing it at the same time? When we go through life changes, loss or trauma we can get turned around and have a hard time finding our ground again. Sometimes we lose touch gradually, over years of not being seen or heard. Not feeling safe enough to speak our truth or be who we really are. This can show up as depression, anxiety, or feeling stuck and unable to trust ourselves. Sometimes it’s just a feeling of emptiness on the inside, even though things look good on the outside.
Do you feel overwhelmed or stuck with a life change, loss or trauma? Are you desiring change and fearing it at the same time? When we go through life changes, loss or trauma we can get turned around and have a hard time finding our ground again. Sometimes we lose touch gradually, over years of not being seen or heard. Not feeling safe enough to speak our truth or be who we really are. This can show up as depression, anxiety, or feeling stuck and unable to trust ourselves. Sometimes it’s just a feeling of emptiness on the inside, even though things look good on the outside.
(406) 426-5123 View (406) 426-5123
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Becky Edmonds
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, MT 59401
I am not a general passing out orders but a companion to walk alongside you, to witness your grief, challenge you to keep going, fight for your well being and cheer you on when you have arrived at your destination.
Life has challenges for everyone. Whether you are an individual trying to find direction for your life, relationships, career, or a couple who has found themselves on opposite ends of the couch or compromise, or are a family who is trying to adjust to changes in the family or ongoing challenges. It takes strength and bravery to ask for help; to sit in vulnerability and worry about judgement, acknowledge the shame and guilt, and fear it could only get worse.
I am not a general passing out orders but a companion to walk alongside you, to witness your grief, challenge you to keep going, fight for your well being and cheer you on when you have arrived at your destination.
Life has challenges for everyone. Whether you are an individual trying to find direction for your life, relationships, career, or a couple who has found themselves on opposite ends of the couch or compromise, or are a family who is trying to adjust to changes in the family or ongoing challenges. It takes strength and bravery to ask for help; to sit in vulnerability and worry about judgement, acknowledge the shame and guilt, and fear it could only get worse.
(406) 359-6581 View (406) 359-6581
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CMP Power of Healing Counseling and TC, LLC
LAC, LCPC-C, NAMA, IOP, CSATC
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59404
CMP Power of Healing Counseling and Treatment Center, LLC is an Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Facility with 2,1 level of care or Intensive Outpatient Program and Outpatient Program. Services: IOP, mental health counseling, co-occurring disorders, addiction counseling or treatment for substance use disorder, pastoral counseling, spiritual counseling, porn addiction counseling, sex addiction counseling, sex offenders counseling, counseling for sex offenders, anger management counseling, domestic violence/abuse counseling, batterer intervention program: Duluth Model. the twelve steps and more. Hablamos Espanol fluentemente.
CMP Power of Healing Counseling and Treatment Center, LLC is an Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Facility with 2,1 level of care or Intensive Outpatient Program and Outpatient Program. Services: IOP, mental health counseling, co-occurring disorders, addiction counseling or treatment for substance use disorder, pastoral counseling, spiritual counseling, porn addiction counseling, sex addiction counseling, sex offenders counseling, counseling for sex offenders, anger management counseling, domestic violence/abuse counseling, batterer intervention program: Duluth Model. the twelve steps and more. Hablamos Espanol fluentemente.
(406) 205-0205 View (406) 205-0205
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Big Sky Counseling LLC
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, MT 59404  (Online Only)
Welcome to Big Sky Counseling, a compassionate space to move toward healing. Our primary areas of focus include OCD and related Anxiety Disorders (see below for details on expanded areas of support we offer) . We approach treatment by integrating structured ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and CBT/ICBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to disrupt the obsessive-compulsive cycle and return to values-based living. We are currently scheduling new telehealth clients for folks residing in MT with Ashley Schwartzman, PCLC, under the clinical supervision of Kelli Smith, LCPC.
Welcome to Big Sky Counseling, a compassionate space to move toward healing. Our primary areas of focus include OCD and related Anxiety Disorders (see below for details on expanded areas of support we offer) . We approach treatment by integrating structured ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and CBT/ICBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to disrupt the obsessive-compulsive cycle and return to values-based living. We are currently scheduling new telehealth clients for folks residing in MT with Ashley Schwartzman, PCLC, under the clinical supervision of Kelli Smith, LCPC.
(406) 296-5204 View (406) 296-5204
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Enlightening Minds for everlasting recovery
Counselor, LCPC, LAC, SAP, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
"There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." I am here to help you through the pain and to watch you blossom.
"There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." I am here to help you through the pain and to watch you blossom.
(406) 412-2808 View (406) 412-2808
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Crystal Kirschman
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
Emily Wish, LLC provides evidence-based and compassionate care for people struggling with eating disorders and body dissatisfaction. We treat children, adolescents, and adults, as well as provide support to those who love them. The courage and bravery that we witness on a daily basis inspires and fuels our passion. We live with the knowledge that our work is bigger than us and we absolutely love and honor that. We understand that the person we are treating is somebody's mother, father, daughter, son, wife, or husband and we vow to always know and acknowledge that.
Emily Wish, LLC provides evidence-based and compassionate care for people struggling with eating disorders and body dissatisfaction. We treat children, adolescents, and adults, as well as provide support to those who love them. The courage and bravery that we witness on a daily basis inspires and fuels our passion. We live with the knowledge that our work is bigger than us and we absolutely love and honor that. We understand that the person we are treating is somebody's mother, father, daughter, son, wife, or husband and we vow to always know and acknowledge that.
(406) 578-0492 View (406) 578-0492
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Angela Dailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfield, MT 59436  (Online Only)
I have been providing therapy in Montana for 30 years. I was Director of Services for the Mental Health Center in Choteau for 5 years before going into private practice in 1995. Practicing in a rural area is a lot like being a country "doc", you treat "everything that walks in the door". This has given me a wide range of experience with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, childhood abuse, domestic violence, behavior problems, and life transitions. I have a wholistic, eclectic approach fitting the therapy to the client rather than fitting the client to the therapy.
I have been providing therapy in Montana for 30 years. I was Director of Services for the Mental Health Center in Choteau for 5 years before going into private practice in 1995. Practicing in a rural area is a lot like being a country "doc", you treat "everything that walks in the door". This has given me a wide range of experience with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, childhood abuse, domestic violence, behavior problems, and life transitions. I have a wholistic, eclectic approach fitting the therapy to the client rather than fitting the client to the therapy.
(406) 400-9580 View (406) 400-9580
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Olive Branch Psychotherapy LLC
Counselor, DMFT, LCPC, EMDR, II
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
In therapy, Dr. Parrish maintains an integrative approach, incorporating Cognitive-Behavioral, Narrative and Solution-Focused therapies predicated from a Christian perspective. He also places strong emphasis on self-care and mindfulness. Dr. Parrish appreciates the difficulties associated with living and being human. He also appreciates the importance of "being" with clients wherever they are in their journey. He feels honored and excited to witness clients' self-discovery of their own "inner-expert" through the therapeutic process.
In therapy, Dr. Parrish maintains an integrative approach, incorporating Cognitive-Behavioral, Narrative and Solution-Focused therapies predicated from a Christian perspective. He also places strong emphasis on self-care and mindfulness. Dr. Parrish appreciates the difficulties associated with living and being human. He also appreciates the importance of "being" with clients wherever they are in their journey. He feels honored and excited to witness clients' self-discovery of their own "inner-expert" through the therapeutic process.
(406) 924-1860 View (406) 924-1860
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Andrea Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59404  (Online Only)
Everyone is different and I have found over the years that people find many ways to cope. I work to help you cultivate those skills that are working and provide additional skills to help with healthy coping while providing opportunities to work through current and past life stressors in a non-biased or judgmental way. Focusing on these strategies consistently helps people start feeling better and less stressed. My goal is for you to find how therapy can help you feel better, with the added support and sense of not needing to do your journey all on your own.
Everyone is different and I have found over the years that people find many ways to cope. I work to help you cultivate those skills that are working and provide additional skills to help with healthy coping while providing opportunities to work through current and past life stressors in a non-biased or judgmental way. Focusing on these strategies consistently helps people start feeling better and less stressed. My goal is for you to find how therapy can help you feel better, with the added support and sense of not needing to do your journey all on your own.
(406) 720-8490 View (406) 720-8490
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Destiny Marie Freiburg
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Great Falls, MT 59401
Transcendence; to rise above or go beyond the limits of to triumph over the negative restrictive aspects of : overcome to rise above or extend notably beyond ordinary limits. I offer in-office and online counseling. I am devoted to helping to optimize the mental health of individuals in Montana, and improve access to counseling. Online counseling is a great option to engage in counseling and work toward a better quality of life. I have a holistic approach to counseling, and I work with my clients to incorporate their beliefs in counseling such as emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects.
Transcendence; to rise above or go beyond the limits of to triumph over the negative restrictive aspects of : overcome to rise above or extend notably beyond ordinary limits. I offer in-office and online counseling. I am devoted to helping to optimize the mental health of individuals in Montana, and improve access to counseling. Online counseling is a great option to engage in counseling and work toward a better quality of life. I have a holistic approach to counseling, and I work with my clients to incorporate their beliefs in counseling such as emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects.
(406) 412-2758 View (406) 412-2758
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.