Grief and Loss Counselling in Waterloo, ON.

Grief is a complicated experience that leaves many feeling alone even in a room full of people. I work through the various stages of grief with you to process your emotions. Grief is like a heavy backpack you can't put down. I will support you in managing the overwhelm and exhaustion you feel as you return to daily tasks. Let's connect to get you back to feeling like yourself.

I open up space for clients accept and share their grief, since many people don't feel comfortable doing so, especially with others. I help clients to work toward resolving unresolved grief and express their unexpressed grief. I help clients to honour & give space to their grief. In today's rushed world, people often don't take adequate time to honour their grief & sense of loss. I help clients to try and honour what their lost loved one would have wanted for them, or, sometimes to take back their life back from a lost loved one who didn't value or validate them. I work to prepare clients for grief to be lifelong, though that doesn't mean that it will always have the same intensity.

In my practice you will find a safe place to talk about and work through pain, and the feelings of sadness, confusion, guilt, shame and anger that often accompany the experience of grief and loss. Moving through grief and loss is your personal journey that takes time and is experienced uniquely from your own perspective. I provide therapy, counselling and and support for people who have lost a loved one such as a family member, friend or colleague whether through death or the ending of a relationship, those who have lost an important pet or animal companion or people who have experienced a loss that includes a loss of a job or personal identity.

When you lose someone or something you love, it may seem like the pain will never end. I will hold space for your grief, and any emotion that comes up, as you share your inner turmoil. Over time, the pain will lesson, and you will gain the energy, focus, and motivation that you have been missing. You do not have to walk this path alone. Reach out, and you will be met with a gentle voice full of compassion.

I work women and children who are grieving or who are mourning other losses. I have facilitate groups for grieving children as well as working one on one with them. I provide a safe place for grieving people to process their losses. I help children by using art and play therapy in addition to talk therapy to process what has happened, express powerful feelings, and hold onto memories.

In my Grief & Loss Therapy, I offer a compassionate and empathetic approach designed to support you through one of life's most challenging experiences. With a blend of evidence-based techniques and personalized care, I create a safe space where you can openly share your feelings and memories. Together, we will navigate your grief journey, helping you develop effective coping strategies and resilience. By addressing your unique needs, my goal is to guide you toward healing, acceptance, and a renewed sense of hope. Take the first step towards emotional well-being and book an appointment with us today to begin your path to healing.

When I was 14 I experienced my first death. My grandpa was my favorite person in the world at the time. He used to sit beside me and play with my earlobe while we would talk about our day. I couldn't make sense of all the emotional issues that it brought. I have also experienced loss in my life that doesn't involve death, yet profoundly affected my life in negative and confusing ways. Grief & Loss can be pretty tricky and complex! The benefits to working with me is that I go above for all of my clients! One of my clients suffering with grief had not been to the burial site since the funeral. I drove them 2 hours so that we could journey together through something they were finally ready for.

Grieving the loss of a loved one or something precious to you can be very difficult. Each person’s experience of grief is unique to them, and everyone grieves in their own way and in their own time. In therapy with me, you will be able to explore your experience of grief in a safe space, consider the different emotions and impacts the loss might be having on your life, and develop a new relationship or story about the loss you experienced. Schedule a free consultation with me to see if we are a good fit.

If you are dealing with grief and loss, I am here to support you. Whether you are struggling with overwhelming feelings or you do not know what to feel, the therapeutic space I am offering is one of validation, compassion, and curiosity. We will work together to process your experience in a way that is meaningful to you, changing our approach as your grief changes. Processing grief is rarely easy, but I will be with you every step of the way to witness and support your experience.

Grief is the emotional suffering we feel when we lose something or someone important to us. This can include the loss of friend, partner, or family member, a change in life circumstances, death of a pet, getting fired, loss of health, safety, a dream... anything that we once had and now do not. The intensity and process can be unique for each person, but like all other emotions that impact the quality of our life, ignoring it or suppressing it does not work. Seeking support as we move through the various stages of grief is very helpful. Planning for our healing is crucial so that we do not become 'stuck' in the pain. A skilled therapist can assist us during this vulnerable time.

Grief is the natural reaction to loss whether it is the death a loved one, or through divorce, or the ending of friendship, or through job loss, loss related to theft, or even loss of independence through disability. The emotions that come with grief can be intense and sometimes overwhelming. Counselling can help when the feelings of grief are too intense, or seem to last for too long and begin to impair your ability to function in daily life. If you are struggling to move on after a loss, please reach out for support.

An experienced professional psychologist provides not only support, but also challenges the person suffering from grief and loss to move forward in an adaptive way. Comprehensive clinical psychological assessment for greif often also addresses possible clinical depression, anxiety or bereavement. Elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy are often used in treatment.

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.

Navigating grief and loss is a challenging journey. As a therapist who has experienced loss firsthand, I offer compassionate counseling to help you find healing. With empathy and understanding, we'll explore your feelings and memories, honoring your unique path. Together, we'll navigate the pain, integrate loss into your life story, and rediscover hope. You're not alone in this journey. Reach out today to begin your healing process.

At 3 Chords, we believe that there is no right way to grieve but that it must be an individual approach for each client. We believe that grief and loss extends much further than just the loss of human or pet in our lives. We do not push time limits for "moving on" but rather work with our clients to process through the emotions that they are facing and look for positive ways to re-engage in their lives to move forward.

Are you using alcohol, substances, or addictive behaviors to cope with grief and loss? Although they provide relief in the short term, their long-term effects on your relationships and health can make it even more difficult to cope. Through a compassionate non-judgmental approach, I help clients explore their relationship to grief and loss so that they can overcome addictive coping strategies. If you're looking for another way forward, feel free to reach out and we can set up a free consultation to discuss further.