When you're navigating the deep waters of grief and loss, seeking therapy can offer the gentle support and understanding you need to move through the experience. Grief and loss touch the deepest parts of our hearts. You don't have to walk this difficult path alone.
Dr. Christine Sparacino
Psychoanalytic Psychologist
I work with adults of all ages in individual therapy & groups.
Let's begin with a free 15-minute consultation to discuss how we might work together. This initial conversation provides an opportunity for us to explore your goals for therapy and see if our approach aligns with what you're seeking.
Have you experienced a recent loss? Maybe it is a past loss and the grief is surfacing now. Do you feel confused about the best way to move through your grief? Have you noticed that you are not the same person that you used to be since the loss?
Therapy offers a safe and non-judgmental space to express and process complex emotions associated with loss. Loss is not only limited to death. Many individuals experience grief about changes in their health, divorce, retirement, and any significant change in their lives.
I can help you navigate the grieving process, providing support, validation, and coping strategies to cope with the pain and adjust to life after loss. Therapy can also help you develop resilience and find meaning while gradually rebuilding your life.
Grief therapy may involve providing education about the grief process, normalizing the range of emotions experienced, and explaining common reactions to loss. This can help you gain insight into your own experiences and provides reassurance that your feelings are valid and normal.
Grief therapy may also focus on equipping you with practical coping skills to manage grief-related stress. This may involve teaching relaxation techniques, mindfulness practices, or self-care strategies to help you navigate difficult emotions and take care of your physical and emotional well-being.
I create a safe and supportive environment where you can freely express their feelings, thoughts, and memories related to the loss. Through active listening and validation, I acknowledge and empathize with your experiences, fostering a sense of understanding and acceptance.
Grief therapy, also known as grief counseling or bereavement therapy, is important because it provides support and guidance for individuals who are experiencing the emotional, psychological, and physical challenges associated with grief and loss. Grief is a natural response to losing someone or something significant in one's life, and therapy can play a crucial role in navigating this difficult journey.
Often, if we ignore our grief and the feelings associated, it may return at a later time and often become misdirected. We may also experience "complicated grief" in which the effects of grieving multiple losses compound.
Take action today and start taking steps towards a better future.
