Life as I Knew It
Losing a loved one or experiencing an unexpected change in life is one of the hardest experiences we may encounter in life. The process of adapting to a loss can dramatically change from person to person, depending on his or her background, beliefs, relationship to the person who’s passed, and other factors.
Symptoms of Bereavement/Grief can include:
Physical
- Crying and sighing
- Headaches
- Loss of appetite
- Difficulty sleeping
- Weakness
- Fatigue
Emotional
- Feelings of sadness and yearning
- Feelings of worry or anger
- Feelings of frustration or guilt
Social
- Feeling detached from others
- Self-isolation from social contact
- Behaving in ways that are not normal for you
Every grieving experience is different. A person may be able to continue their day-to-day routine after one loss, yet not be able to get out of bed after the loss of someone else. Whatever your personal symptoms are, grief and bereavement counseling have been proven to help.
Treatment
Treatment that I offer for Grief and Bereavement Counseling includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Grief Counseling. During session, we will explore the emotions behind your grief and discover ways to process, accept, and learn to adapt.