Navigating life when everything has changed
Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one or experiencing the end of a relationship, a career, or a life phase, psychotherapy offers a space to process profound loss.
The profound void left behind.
Loss takes many forms. It might be the death of someone close to you, or it might be a significant life ending—a divorce, a move, the close of a cherished career, or the fading of youth. In the wake of these changes, the world often feels less interesting and less meaningful.
In my practice, I see how loss can lead to isolation and a deep questioning of purpose. It is normal to feel shock, confusion, anger, or profound sadness. But when grief begins to feel like a permanent way of life, it may be time to seek a supportive environment to process your pain.
Two Ways to Meet Grief
From isolation to finding a way forward
What it can feel like
When grief takes hold- Finding life less interesting or meaningful than before
- Avoiding friends, family, and social connections
- Feeling despondent, "blue," or deeply depressed
- Questioning your existence and life's purpose
- Fearing that the intense pain will never end
What it can become
Stepping into a new chapter- Feeling supported and understood as you process your loss
- Reconnecting gradually with friends and family members
- Finding ways to celebrate the past without increasing grief
- Taking better care of your physical and emotional health
- Beginning to engage in life and new activities again
How Psychotherapy Helps
A path through grief and loss
Explore your feelings
Safely explore your profound feelings of sadness, shock, and anger without fear of judgment.
Process the past
Make space to process memories and experiences, allowing yourself to honor what was lost.
Confront the void
Gently confront the frustrations and questions of meaning that arise when life's script changes.
Build a new chapter
Create sustainable ways to re-engage with life, discovering new interests and paths forward.
Joy’s work is rooted in a mindfulness-based psychodynamic approach.
Are you ready to find support?
The decision to seek help during a time of bereavement or significant loss can feel daunting. There are no quick fixes for a broken heart or a life turned upside down.
However, if you are concerned about how your loss is affecting you and desire a supportive space to find your footing, psychotherapy can offer a steady presence as you begin your next chapter.
Ready to talk about what you are going through?
Reach out to Joy for a free 15-minute phone consultation to see whether working together is the right fit.