Psychologist Pooja Deoke

Email: poojadeoke@gmail.com

Grief & loss

“Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.”

Have you lost a near and dear one, and you are finding it difficult to
deal with?

Grief and loss counseling is a specialized form of therapy designed to help individuals cope with the emotional and psychological challenges associated with losing someone or something significant in their lives. It could be the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a major life change, or even the loss of a job.

Grief is a highly individual and complex process that varies from person to person. It often involves stages such as denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, though not everyone experiences these stages in the same order or intensity. Counselors provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for individuals to express their feelings, thoughts, and memories related to the loss. Encouraging open communication is crucial for individuals to explore and process their grief.

Counselors work with clients to develop healthy coping mechanisms and strategies to navigate the challenges of grief. Grief counseling helps individuals find a new sense of normalcy and adjust to life without the person or thing they’ve lost. This doesn’t mean forgetting the loved one or the loss but finding ways to integrate the experience into their lives in a way that allows for healing and growth.

In summary, grief counseling is important because it provides individuals with the tools, understanding, and support needed to navigate the challenging journey of grief. It helps promote mental well-being, prevents isolation, and facilitates the process of healing and adaptation to life after loss.