Grief Therapy DC
Grief isn’t just about sadness. It can show up as numbness, anxiety, anger, confusion—or a sense that time is moving, but you’re standing still. Whether your loss was recent or years ago, navigating life without someone or something important can feel overwhelming and disorienting. Therapy won’t erase the pain of grief. But it can help you make sense of it, find steadier footing, and begin to live in a way that honors what (or whom) you’ve lost.
Signs You Might Be Struggling With Grief
There’s no “right” way to grieve, and no universal timeline for healing. Even if others think you’re doing okay, you might still feel adrift internally. Loss can stir up emotions that are intense, unfamiliar, or deeply conflicting.
Common signs that grief may be affecting your well-being include:
Feeling stuck, emotionally flat, or overwhelmed by waves of emotion
Irritability, difficulty concentrating, or mental fog
Guilt about what was said—or left unsaid
Isolation or a sense that others can’t understand what you’re going through
Trouble sleeping, changes in appetite, or general fatigue
A sense of detachment from the present or future
Emotional triggers around anniversaries, places, or reminders of your loss
These experiences are common, but that doesn’t mean you have to carry them alone. Therapy can offer a space to talk openly about your grief, without judgment or pressure to “move on.”
Grief Counseling Can Help You:
Process and make space for difficult or complex emotions
Reduce emotional numbness, overwhelm, or isolation
Understand how your loss is affecting your day-to-day life
Reconnect with meaning, purpose, and relationships
Navigate changes in identity, family roles, or worldview
Begin to move forward without feeling like you’re leaving someone behind
DC Grief Counseling: What to Expect
Grief is not something to “fix.” My role isn’t to push you past your pain, but to help you understand it, carry it with more clarity, and eventually, integrate it into your life in a way that honors both your loss and your capacity for growth.
I draw from several evidence-based modalities—like Emotion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness—to help clients deepen emotional awareness and build resilience. Depending on your needs, our sessions might focus on:
Exploring the meaning of your loss and how it’s changed you
Developing tools to manage emotional surges or triggers
Strengthening relationships that feel strained or distant in the aftermath of grief
Challenging beliefs that may be keeping you stuck (e.g., “I shouldn’t feel this way anymore”)
Rebuilding a connection to your own values, purpose, or creativity
This isn’t about “getting over it”—it’s about finding a way to carry your grief with integrity and strength.
Next Steps
Even if others have moved on, you might still feel like you’re in the thick of it. Grief doesn’t follow a set schedule—and it doesn’t always look the way people expect. Therapy can give you a space to be honest, reflective, and supported as you navigate this chapter of your life. Whether you’re just beginning to grieve or realizing now how deeply something affected you, you don’t have to do it alone. Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to explore more avenues for support.
Please note: I currently offer only remote therapy sessions.
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