Grief and Loss Counseling

To better understand your grief, express emotions, and gradually adapt to life after a loss, turn to Therapy Services of the Rockies in Fort Collins, Colorado. The expert licensed mental health professionals offer grief and loss counseling to help you overcome challenging emotions or behaviors. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.

What is grief and loss counseling?

Grief and loss counseling at Therapy Services of the Rockies involves overcoming a loss, such as a divorce or the loss of a loved one. 

Dealing with grief on your own can be difficult. The skilled mental health experts offer the support and tools needed to combat long-lasting or problematic grief symptoms to help you gradually recover and flourish over time.

What can cause grief and loss?

The following may contribute to grief and its difficult symptoms:

• Death in the family
• Loss of a friend
• Death of a pet
• Divorce or breakup
• Job loss
• Financial challenges
• Loss of a dream or goal
• Infertility
• Loss of good health or your youth

Any type of loss can contribute to grief. Having the support needed to overcome difficult life situations is highly beneficial. 

Which symptoms can grief and loss counseling help treat?

The following are symptoms of grief and loss:

• Frequent crying
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Constant sadness
• Fear or worry
• Guilt, shame, or regret
• Anger
• Weakened immune system
• Fatigue 
• Headaches
• Restlessness
• Upset stomach
• Weakness
• Reduced appetite
• Trouble sleeping or concentrating
• Confusion
• Trouble making decisions
• Feeling emotionally numb
• Substance misuse

Grief can negatively affect your mind, spirit, and body. It might last six months to two years or longer. Everyone grieves differently, which is why grief and loss counseling sessions at Therapy Services of the Rockies vary from person to person. 

What can I expect during grief and loss counseling sessions?

Your personalized grief and loss counseling may consist of individualized therapy, family therapy, and/or group therapy. Therapy Services of the Rockies offers adult, child, and adolescent therapy sessions based on your specific needs. The skilled experts specialize in:

• Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
• Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
• Exposure therapy
• Grief and loss counseling
• Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)
• Mindfulness
• Mind-body connections
• Stress management

Therapy Services of the Rockies also offers an intensive outpatient program and a partial hospitalization program for complex or severe struggles with mental health.

Your therapist follows up routinely to ensure your grief and loss counseling sessions are effective. They’re always available if you need extra sessions or have questions or concerns.

Schedule grief and loss counseling at Therapy Services of the Rockies by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.