Grief & Loss: Honoring Your Journey at Hold Space Counseling
At Hold Space Counseling, we understand that grief is not just an emotion—it’s a whole-body experience. Whether you've lost a loved one, a relationship, a dream, or a sense of what you thought life would be, grief can leave you feeling untethered, overwhelmed, or unlike yourself.
There is no “right” way to grieve, and healing doesn’t follow a neat, predictable timeline. We’re here to gently walk beside you through your unique experience of loss, providing a safe space where your grief is honored and your healing is held with care.
What Is Grief?
Grief is the natural response to loss. While most people associate it with the death of a loved one, grief can arise from many kinds of loss, including:
The death of a partner, family member, friend, or pet
Miscarriage, stillbirth, or infertility
Divorce, separation, or the end of a significant relationship
Loss of health or a life-altering diagnosis
Career loss or retirement
Loss of identity, safety, or life direction
Moving, immigration, or other major life transitions
Collective grief or trauma from community, cultural, or global events
Grief can bring up a wide range of emotions—sadness, anger, guilt, numbness, confusion—and they can come in waves. Some days might feel manageable, while others feel impossibly heavy. That’s normal. Grief is not linear, and it doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong if you’re still hurting.
How Grief May Show Up
Everyone experiences grief differently, but common emotional, physical, and mental symptoms may include:
Deep sadness or emotional overwhelm
Numbness or disconnection
Difficulty concentrating or memory lapses
Guilt, regret, or self-blame
Irritability, anxiety, or anger
Trouble sleeping or changes in appetite
Feeling like you’ve lost part of yourself
Questioning your identity, purpose, or spirituality
Social withdrawal or feeling misunderstood by others
If you feel like the world has changed and you’re struggling to find your footing, you're not alone—and you don’t have to carry it all by yourself.
How We Support You Through Grief at Hold Space Counseling
Grief doesn’t need to be fixed—it needs to be witnessed, honored, and given space. At Hold Space Counseling, we offer gentle, non-judgmental support as you move through your loss in your own way and in your own time.
Our grief therapy may include:
Supportive Talk Therapy: A place to speak your truth, share your story, and explore the emotions you may not feel safe expressing elsewhere.
Meaning-Making and Identity Exploration: Loss can shift how you see yourself and the world. We help you navigate this new reality and discover who you are becoming.
Mind-Body Integration: Grief lives in the body, not just the mind. We offer grounding techniques, mindfulness practices, and nervous system support to help you regulate and feel more present.
Rituals and Creative Expression: Grief is deeply personal. We can help you explore rituals, journaling, art, or other expressions of remembrance and healing.
Complicated or Prolonged Grief: If you feel “stuck” in your grief or like it’s interfering with daily functioning, we offer compassionate care to help you move forward while still honoring your loss.
Support for Anticipatory Grief: If you are facing a terminal illness, caregiving for a loved one, or navigating an expected loss, we provide space for the complex emotions that arise.
Why Choose Hold Space Counseling?
We See the Full Picture: We hold space for not just the loss—but for you, your love, your history, and your ongoing story.
Gentle, Personalized Support: No pressure, no expectations. We meet you where you are and walk with you, one step at a time.
Grief-Informed and Trauma-Aware: Our therapists are trained in the nuances of grief, loss, and trauma, and will always approach your experience with sensitivity and care.
Inclusive and Respectful of All Types of Grief: Whether your grief is acknowledged by others or feels invisible, we validate your experience fully.
Your Grief Deserves a Place to Be Held
Grief is the echo of love—and it deserves care. At Hold Space Counseling, we offer a sanctuary where you can breathe, unravel, remember, and begin to rebuild. You don’t have to have the right words. You don’t have to have it all together. You just have to show up—and we’ll be here.
When you’re ready, we’re here to hold space for your healing. Reach out today.
At Hold Space Counseling, we honor your grief, your process, and your courage.
