Reasons You May Need a Grief Therapist

Please know that the grieving process is natural and affects people in different ways.

From personal experience I know how hard it can be ..

This is why I trained in grief therapy

You don’t have to grieve alone .. I can help

To live is to grieve. Death, a common grief trigger, affects each of us at some point in our life. The way we grieve is determined by a number of factors, such as our relationship with the deceased, our religious beliefs, and our previous experiences with death.

Our style of grief, whether it is Intuitive (emotional) or Instrumental (cognitive), is also a contributing factor. As we know, there is no one way to mourn a loved one.

The pain and suffering we experience can be overwhelming at times. Suffering a loss and recovering from grief are some of the hardest things we may do in life. For most people, grief can run its course in an uncomplicated manner; however, some of us will need additional support. There are several types of grief that might require some professional intervention such as complicated grief, traumatic grief, or prolonged grief. These types of grief are associated with deaths that are sudden, violent, or traumatic events where multiple deaths occur. Therapy can be helpful in moving us forward in all types of grief.

You might need to see a therapist if you have…

Suicidal thoughts

Unrelenting depression

Uncontrollable crying

Loss of appetite

Problems sleeping

Panic attacks

Feelings that your life is meaningless

Trouble completing daily tasks

Increased irritability and anger

Feelings of hopelessness and helplessness

Intensified longing for your loved one

Gone to familiar places hoping to see your loved one

Avoided people or places that remind you of the departed

Addictive behaviors, drinking more or gambling

Lack of self-care

Trouble believing that your loved one is dead

Loss of identity

Worries about yourself

Others expressing concern for you

Been withdrawing from social interactions

Multiple losses in a short period of time

Feelings of worthlessness

Persistent grief

Frequent nightmares

Intrusive thoughts

A lack of a support system

A constant reliving of the death

Unexplained illnesses such as headaches or stomachaches

Been hearing voices that frighten you

Been feeling sad and unmotivated

Many of these signs may be normal in the early stages of grief, but as time progresses, they become more problematic.

You may become more disabled, have difficulty functioning, and be consumed by grief.

Our support system can weary of us talking about our loss and we begin to feel more isolated.

Having social support is an important factor in coping with loss. When we are alone, a therapist can provide that support for us.

There also may be things that you want to talk about that you might not want others to know, or you might be concerned that you would be judged. A therapist is the answer.

While self-activities can be beneficial, such as journaling or reading, it is also important to have someone to tell our story to and to validate our feelings. The more support and understanding we can get, the easier it is to cope.

If you feel that you have experienced a large number of the above signs, you may want to seek out a therapist.

There is help all around for those who are grieving. In addition to seeing individual counselors, there are grief groups, religious organizations, family services, or hospices that offer these services.

Reading grief blogs, searching the internet, or reading some of the many books that are available on grief can provide you with direction and assistance. Remember, there is help and you do not have to grieve alone

If you’d like to book an appointment with someone who is genuinely compassionate and will help please call 00356 99355901 ..

My thoughts are with you, warm regards

Kimberley

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