Grief and Loss Counselling in Avening, ON.

Grief therapy is a form of counseling that aims to support individuals who are facing the loss of a loved one, whether it be due to death, divorce, or any other loss. The purpose of grief therapy is to help individuals cope with the emotions and difficulties associated with loss. In grief therapy, counselors work with clients to provide a supportive and understanding environment that promotes healing, growth, and acceptance. Grief therapy can be helpful in providing tools and strategies to manage grief symptoms, such as emotional numbness, sadness, guilt, and anger. Through one-on-one or group sessions, clients can also gain a better understanding of the grieving process,

Grief and loss are significant life experiences that can be difficult to manage. I have heard from many that sometimes it seems like the extreme sadness will not leave them. I work with such clients to try and make space in their life to experience positive emotions along with the sadness. Grief is very individual and some clients desire help to "move past the grief", while others do not agree with this. I work to meet clients where they are, to optimize their day to day life experiences according to their own individual hopes. In addition, I help clients to find meaning in their experience of grief and loss, honour the life of their lost loved one, and manage the related difficult emotions.

The grieving process is a natural and healthy reaction to loss, but individuals may become stuck in the process and unable to move forward with life. When the intense and overwhelming feelings of grief linger for an extended period of time, it is called "complicated grief". This heightened state of mourning prevents one from healing and recovery, which is where therapy can help. ​ If you are experiencing complicated grief, counselling can give you the support needed to healthily recover and find new meaning and acceptance in your life. You will learn how to cope with the painful emotions, accept the devastating loss, and adjust to your new reality.

Our team has specialized training in working with grief and loss. By providing a supportive and attuned space, we're here to help you during this painful and confusing time. We focus on helping you process grief at your speed, and to develop healthy coping strategies. There can be a lot of mixed messages, and expectations at this time, and we're here to help you work through them and grow

To provide the psychoeducation with the process and stages of grief and loss: Depression, Denial, Bargaining, Anger, and Acceptance. To provide talk therapy and allow the client to express themselves, however, also incorporate some SFBT and use positive psychology language. To also emphasize that grief has no timeline and certain life events can be a trigger such as brithdays, holidays, or other occasions.

Individual therapy is focused on your unique needs and goals. Individual therapy includes learning about your history and life experiences then establishing goals to accomplish in counselling. Our histories are the roots that provide us with a foundation of strength and resilience. But, our histories can also hold the stories that cause pain, insecurity and doubt. It is our belief that the best therapy comes from helping to heal the roots that cause those stuck points. Through this we can create lasting change.

People often think about grief in relation to the death of someone close to them, but the reality is that we grieve all losses: the loss of a relationship, a job, how we used to live our life (e.g., when an accident drastically changes what we can and cannot do). A loss is traumatic, and the thoughts and feelings that come along with that can pull us in and make us feel like we are drowning. We might lose sight of what is important to us or stop doing the things that bring us joy. I will support you in making space for all the memories, emotions, and thoughts that show up so that they do not control you. We will work together to help you build a meaningful life in the face of this loss.

During the grieving process, people often face various challenges, whether they're intense emotions, physical symptoms, or self-care/self-compassion. We provide a safe space for individuals to process their emotions, navigate through the stages of grief, and to help them find healthy coping mechanisms. Therapy can help individuals find support, gain insight, and develop resilience during these difficult times.

Grief and loss are weaved into our lives in an intimate way. Grief is natural, normal, unique and universal. Grief touches us all at one point or another and is an inevitable part of being human. The experience of grief may be associated with a range of emotions, thoughts and behaviours. It’s important to remember that the journey of grief is not linear and there is no right way to feel. Therapy is a safe space where you can explore your grief. We will move at a pace that feels comfortable to you and I will check in to ensure that you feel safe and supported. Please contact me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.

First, my condolences... The death of a loved one or the loss of a significant relationship is the most stressful event we can experience. I can offer you practical support and strategies to cope with your loss as well as to establish new meaning. I also provide therapeutic support for those who anticipate the loss of a loved one during at end of life care as well as helping prepare individuals with their end of life transition.

Grief and loss are often associated with death. However, we experience grief and loss in our daily lives, whether we lose a job, a relationship, a friend, a house, etc. Learning to cope with the grief and loss in our lives is important to living a healthy life. Grief and loss are not linear processes. You may experience stage 5 one day and stage 2 the following – and that’s okay. At the Reflection Centre, our team of trained professionals are here to help support you through the stages of grief and assist you in coping with the losses in your life.

Processing loss is painful, confusing and often isolating. This is not something that is as simple as progressing through "stages" in order and typically involves emotions that we have been taught to avoid or suppress. Working with a therapist to unpack and go through grief and loss can offer some space and perspective that is not there when we talk with friends and family. Here you can have a non-judgmental space to take the time to work this out in the way that you need. This is not always easy, but we can navigate this together.