Grief is one of the hardest things we experience as humans. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a major life change, or the loss of something deeply meaningful to you, grief touches everyone differently.
At Get Reconnected Psychotherapy Services, we offer a space where you can explore your feelings, find support, and start to heal at your own pace.
Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s not just about losing a loved one —it can also come from changes in your life that leave you feeling untethered or uncertain about the future. Common causes of loss and grief include:
No matter the source, grief is complex. It can show up as sadness, anger, guilt, numbness, or even physical exhaustion. And it’s okay to feel all of it —or none of it. Normal grief can take many forms, and each way to grieve is valid.
Grief looks different for everyone. Here are some forms of grief that people might not always recognize or talk about
This happens when your loss isn’t openly acknowledged by others, making it feel even harder to talk about or process.
Sometimes, grief is tied to what might happen in the future. It’s a mix of mourning what you’ve lost and worrying about what’s ahead.
Both types of grief can feel lonely. You might feel like others don’t understand or that you need to “move on” faster than you’re ready. A mental health professional or grief counselor can help you process these feelings in a way that feels right for you.
Sometimes, grief feels even harder because of how the loss happened. If the loss was sudden, violent, or deeply upsetting, it can leave you feeling stuck in shock, fear, or even anger. This form of complicated grief is also called traumatic grief.
Complicated grief may make it tough to process your emotions. You might feel like you’re replaying the event over and over, or struggling to come to terms with your loss. Therapy can give you a safe space to work through these feelings and help you process the loss.
Grief therapy isn’t about ‘fixing’ your feelings or telling you to get over your loss. It’s about creating a space where you can:
Therapy is as unique as your grief. During your first session, we’ll talk about what brought you here, what’s been hardest, and what you hope to get out of therapy. From there, we’ll work together to create a plan that feels supportive and manageable. Some approaches we might use include:
To help with overwhelming or negative thoughts
For staying present during tough moments
To help you reframe your story in a way that feels meaningful
to process distressing memories and ease emotional pain
to give you a space to express your thoughts and feelings freely
These approaches can help you manage prolonged grief and navigate the grieving process in a way that feels right for you.
The goal isn’t to “move on.” It’s to find a way forward that feels true to you.
Many people are familiar with the five stages of grief —denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While not everyone experiences these stages in the same order, they can help you understand your grief reaction and the different emotions that come with loss. In therapy, we can talk about where you are in your grieving process and what you need to feel supported.
Get support from the comfort of your own home, anywhere in Ontario.
We’ll meet you wherever you are in your grieving.
Your loss is valid, and we’re here to help you heal at your own pace.