Grief & Loss

Grief is a natural emotional response, typically associated with the death of a loved one but also experienced in response to other significant losses, such as perinatal loss, family estrangement, the end of a friendship or romantic partnership, loss of a job, or changes in health. It encompasses a wide range of emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations that vary from person to person.

Grief & Loss

Common Experiences When Grieving

Strong emotions (sadness, anger, guilt, relief, numbness, anxiety)
Exhaustion/fatigue
Changes in appetite/sleep patterns
Difficulty with concentration/memory
Gastrointestinal symptoms
Feeling an ‘ache’ or tightness in the chest
Questioning the meaning of life
Withdrawing from social situations/avoiding reminders of the loss

Areas We May Explore in Therapy

How Therapy Can Help

Often, well-meaning others will attempt to offer comfort to the bereaved with the adage “time heals all wounds”; this can have the unintended consequence of imparting the belief it is “time to get over it”. In therapy, we acknowledge that grief knows no timeline; it is a deeply personal journey, and everyone will have different experiences.

Processing Emotions

Giving time and space to process whatever emotions show up.

Understanding Grief

Learning to understand the process of grieving as non-linear.

Exploring Your Experience

Exploring your unique experience of grief.

Developing Coping Skills

Adapting to Life After Loss

Adapting to life after the loss.

Navigating Secondary Losses

Navigating ‘secondary’ losses (shifts in identity, changes in financial situation, strained relationships).

A Compassionate & Tailored Approach

At Prairie Crocus Counselling, I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can process your experiences and rebuild a sense of well-being. Each session is personalized to your needs, helping you find clarity and solutions that work for your unique circumstances.

START YOUR JOURNEY

Ready to Begin?

Experiencing grief and loss can feel overwhelming and deeply personal. Taking the first step to seek support is an act of courage. Whether you’re processing complex emotions, navigating life after loss, or seeking tools to cope with changes, we’re here to walk alongside you.

Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation to explore how we can work together to help you find healing and peace.

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Reach out today to learn more about our services and how we can support your journey toward healing and growth. We’re here to help you take the next step.

Prairie Crocus Counselling & Consulting is located on the original lands of the Annishanabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples and the homeland of the Red River Metis Nation, now known as Treaty 1 territory. We acknowledge that the water we survive upon is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

We acknowledge that here on Turtle Island, for as long as the sun shines, the grasses grow, and the rivers flow, we are all Treaty people. Let us all work together toward what could have always been.

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