Grief & Loss

Grief can be an overwhelming emotion associated with the loss of something or someone you held close to your heart. Grief is associated with the expression of many other emotions including anger, disbelief, numbness, guilt, remorse and/or sadness.

Many people find grief difficult to process and benefit from being able to talk with a professional. Most will eventually accept their loss, but for some grief can take over and consume their lives, leading to increased depression and decreased activities. If you feel like you, or someone you know, is trapped in a cycle of grief, it may be time to seek professional help.

Signs of Ongoing Grief

• Problems accepting the death
• Bitterness about the loss
• Detachment and numbness
• Continuously focusing on the death
• Intense sorrow and pain when thinking of your loved one
• Excessive avoidance of reminders of your loved one
• Extreme focus on the reminders of your loved one
• Feeling as if life has no purpose or meaning
• Agitation and irritability
• Lack of trust in people around you
• Persistent and intense longing for the deceased
• Inability to enjoy life again

When to Get Help

There is no time limit on grief and we all experience it in different ways. If you find that you are having extreme difficultly coming to terms with your loss, it may be valuable to seek professional help. If your grief is so extreme that it begins to impact on your daily functioning, for an extended period, grief and loss counselling may help you come to terms with the loss and assist you in moving towards new experiences.

At Life Resolutions Sunshine, you can talk to a psychologist who understands grief and loss. We can help you understand why you may be holding onto the grief and help guide you through the stages of grief.

Help Let Go of Your Grief

At Life Resolutions, Sunshine, we understand the impact of losing a loved one. We also understand that grief and loss does not only mean the death of someone, but could also be the loss of a relationship, pregnancy, pet, or anything else that you held dear. That’s why we’re here to help support you through the bereavement and onto a life that is richer and more valued.

Call us for more information about how we can help or book an appointment.