The Funeral is Over...Now What?

The pain of grief often increases after the funeral. The shock of loss changes to reality, and the struggle begins to come to terms with a new normal. While these are universal adjustments to the death of a loved one, they can be the most difficult time of your life, and your grief is unique to you. Many times support systems fade after the funeral, leaving the bereaved feeling lonely and lost. Friends and loved ones may not know what to say or how show up for you. Well-meaning friends and loved ones may say "the wrong thing."

Grief counseling is a method to support and guide you through these experiences. Grief therapy addresses more complicated and complex types of grief that can manifest due to your own history, family of origin issues, the nature of your relationship to the deceased, and the way your loved one died. Seeking support and help can be a a safe haven where you can come to terms with your loss, learn to live in the present, and have hope for the future.