Grief and Loss

Grief is a keen and emotional suffering or distress over affliction or loss; sharp sorrow; painful regret; which also has a physical, behavioral, social, and philosophical dimension. It’s the emotional suffering you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. Grief can be real, anticipated, and/or imagined. Grief is often associated with the death of a loved one, but any loss can cause grief, including:

Grief and loss affects people in different ways. An early stage of grief is normal but prolonged grief can manifest itself into a debilitating state. Symptoms of grief include:

Shock and disbelief –It is not uncommon to feel numb or as if you are in a dream.

Sadness – Profound sadness may include feelings of emptiness, despair, and deep loneliness. A person may feel unstable or cry uncontrollably.

Guilt – You may feelings of regret over things you did not do or say. You may also feel as if you could have prevented the event or loss.

Anger – It is common to blame yourself or others.

Fear –You may feel anxious, helpless, or insecure. The death of a loved one can trigger fears about your own mortality. A loss of a job or relationship can trigger anxiety over your ability to recover.
Physical symptoms –Physical problems may include: fatigue, nausea, weight loss or weight gain, aches and pains, and insomnia.

At Healing Foundations In Home Counseling, I will strive to develop a relationship with you, built on trust and confidence. We will work using a collaborative approach to promote confidence in the healing process. Listening, and sharing relevant resources and exercises, is paramount to my position to assist you through the process. Grief and loss creates uncertainty and distress. But, in time, it can create: a new life, new beginnings, and second chances.