Grieving someone — or something — important? You don't have to grieve alone.
Have you experienced the death of a loved one, a miscarriage, a divorce, or another life-altering loss that's left you feeling overwhelmed, numb, or heartbroken? Maybe your grief comes in waves — some days manageable, others filled with intense emotion or emptiness.
Grief is not just sadness — it's a complex, personal experience that can affect your body, mind, relationships, and sense of identity. There is no "right way" to grieve. Therapy can offer a compassionate space to process your grief and begin healing at your own pace.
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Grief comes in many forms — and you are not alone
Loss touches every life, yet it often feels isolating when you're in the midst of it. Whether it's the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, loss of health, or the grief of a major life transition, your pain is valid. Studies show 10–20% of grieving people experience complicated grief — a prolonged, intense process that can significantly impact daily life.
Grief that comes in waves — manageable some days, filled with intense emotion or emptiness on others.
Guilt, regret, or even relief — all normal, but often confusing, emotions.
Physical symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, or changes in appetite.
Feeling disconnected or lost — unsure of who you are without the person or situation you've lost.
Everyday tasks feeling heavier than they used to.
Difficulty explaining your pain to others, or pressure to "move on" before you're ready.
Numbness, or a sense that the world has kept moving while you can't.
Grief from many kinds of loss — death, miscarriage, divorce, health, or a major life change.
Grief looks different for everyone — but you don't have to carry it alone.
How therapy helps you process grief and begin to heal
Grief therapy doesn't try to rush your process or offer simple answers. It meets you where you are, helping you explore the many layers of your experience in a safe, supportive space.
In grief therapy, we may create space for you to speak freely about your loss, explore your unique grieving process without judgment, identify complicated emotions such as guilt or anger, work through unresolved aspects of the relationship, and rebuild a sense of meaning and connection in life after loss. Healing isn't about forgetting — it's about learning to carry your grief in a way that allows for both remembrance and renewal.
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Process the deep emotional pain of loss in a safe, attachment-informed way.
Explore EFT →Narrative Therapy
Reframe and retell your story of loss, finding meaning and continuity rather than rupture.
Explore Narrative Therapy →Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Support your ability to move forward and re-engage with life while still honouring your grief.
Explore ACT →Therapy that's within reach
- Most Ontario extended health plans cover our sessions
- Direct billing available with select providers
- Free initial consultation — no commitment
- In-person (455 Spadina Ave, downtown Toronto) and online sessions available
- Evening and weekend appointments offered
Most extended health insurance plans in Ontario cover psychotherapy sessions with a Registered Psychotherapist (RP). If your plan includes psychotherapy or mental health coverage, our sessions are likely covered.
We offer direct billing with select insurance providers, so you may not need to pay out of pocket and wait for reimbursement. Contact us to verify your specific coverage before booking.
We also offer a free initial consultation so you can ask questions, learn about our approach, and make sure we're the right fit — with no commitment required.
Common concerns about grief therapy
Begin to reconnect with yourself and the world around you.
If you're feeling weighed down by loss, therapy can help you navigate your grief and begin to heal. Reach out today to begin the process — at your own pace, with support that honours your experience.
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Grief & loss therapy in Toronto
Toronto, ON M5S 2G8