Grief & Bereavement
Counseling in Mt. Dora, Florida
A compassionate space to navigate loss, honor your loved one, and find your way forward.
Losing someone you love can shake your world in ways you never expected. Grief may bring sadness, confusion, anger, numbness, or a sense of being unmoored. You may feel abandoned, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move through daily life. These reactions are natural, and you don’t have to face them alone. I offer supportive, evidence‑based grief and bereavement counseling for adults in Mt. Dora, Florida, with both in‑person and telehealth sessions available.
Understanding Grief and Bereavement
Grief is a deeply personal experience. It doesn’t follow a timeline, and it doesn’t look the same for everyone. You may notice:
- Waves of sadness, loneliness, or longing
- Difficulty concentrating or completing daily tasks
- Anger, guilt, or unresolved questions
- Feeling disconnected from others
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Emotional numbness or shock
- A sense of hopelessness or abandonment
Grief can also trigger depression or anxiety, especially when the loss feels sudden, traumatic, or life‑altering. Support can help you make sense of these emotions and move through them with compassion.
How Grief Counseling Helps
Therapy offers a safe, steady space to talk about your loss, honor your loved one, and explore the emotions that feel too heavy to carry alone. Together, we’ll work to:
- Understand your unique grief process
- Explore the meaning of your loss
- Build coping skills for overwhelming emotions
- Navigate changes in identity, roles, or relationships
- Process unresolved feelings or unfinished conversations
- Strengthen your sense of connection, purpose, and hope
- Create a path forward that honors both your grief and your healing
Grief doesn’t mean forgetting — it means learning to carry love and loss together.
Therapeutic Approaches I Use
Virtual or In-Person
Individual Therapy When and Where You Need It.
When Grief Is Traumatic
Some losses are especially painful — sudden deaths, medical crises, accidents, or losses that feel unresolved. These experiences can create trauma responses alongside grief. If this is part of your story, we’ll move gently and at a pace that feels safe. EMDR therapy can be particularly helpful in processing traumatic grief and reducing emotional intensity.
Serving Clients in Mt. Dora & Throughout Florida
I offer both in‑person sessions in Mt. Dora and secure telehealth sessions for clients anywhere in Florida. Whether you prefer the comfort of your home or the grounding of an office setting, we’ll create a space that works for you.
What to Expect
in Your First Session
Your first session is a space to breathe and share your story at your own pace. We’ll talk about:
- Your relationship with your loved one
- What the loss has been like for you
- What emotions feel most present
- What support feels helpful
- Your hopes for healing
There is no “right way” to grieve here — only your way.
Is Grief Counseling
Right for You?
Therapy may be supportive if you’re:
- Struggling to cope with the loss of a loved one
- Feeling overwhelmed, numb, or stuck
- Experiencing guilt, anger, or unresolved emotions
- Navigating life changes after a loss
- Feeling isolated or misunderstood
- Wanting a safe space to talk about your grief
You deserve support that honors your loss and your healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everyone grieves differently. Some people find support helpful for a few months, while others benefit from longer‑term care.
Yes — telehealth is available for all Florida residents.
EMDR can be especially effective when grief is tied to trauma, sudden loss, or distressing memories.
Yes. Your privacy and comfort are always protected.
You Don’t Have to Grieve Alone
Grief can feel isolating, but support can help you feel more grounded, connected, and understood. With compassionate guidance, you can honor your loved one while also caring for yourself.
Reach out today to schedule your first session.
Your grief matters — and you deserve a space to heal.