Grief Support Therapy
Is a compassionate, client-centered approach that helps individuals navigate the emotional pain and life changes following the loss of a loved one or other major life loss. This therapy provides a safe space to honor grief, express difficult emotions, and rebuild a sense of meaning and connection over time.
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Availability
In-person or via telehealth
Based on your preference and provider availability.
Booking
Same- or next-day
Same- or next-day sessions may be available for individuals experiencing acute loss.
Duration
50-60 minutes
Each session lasts approximately 50-60 minutes.
How Can These Grief Support Techniques Improve Your Life?
Provide a safe space to process sadness, guilt, anger, or numbness without judgment.
Support healthy mourning by honoring your loss while learning tools to adjust to life without your loved one.
Prevent complicated grief and emotional shutdown by fostering connection, expression, and resilience.
Where Can I Take This Treatment and How?
Grief therapy is available to clients located in:
In-person in Naples, Fort Myers, Tampa, and the Southwest Florida (SWFL) areas.
Telehealth services are also available across the state for convenience and privacy.
Contact us via our Scheduling Form or call us directly at 239-537-9646. We’ll help you schedule your first grief support session with a compassionate therapist.
- (239) 688-2781
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12811 Kenwood Lane
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Suite 213: Therapy
Suite 201: Psychiatry
- (239) 365-2258
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2345 Stanford Ct.
Naples, FL 34112
Suite 602: Check-In
We accept insurance
We accept major commercial insurance providers and Medicaid.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Grief Support Therapy
What is grief therapy?
Grief therapy is professional support that helps individuals work through the emotional pain and life adjustments following loss—whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, loss of health, or a major life change.
Who provides grief therapy?
Licensed therapists trained in grief counseling, trauma, and emotional regulation provide this service. Many also have advanced training in complicated grief, bereavement trauma, or existential support.
What types of grief can therapy address?
- Loss of a loved one (parent, partner, child, friend)
- Miscarriage, stillbirth, or infertility
- Loss of a pet
- Divorce or relationship loss
- Loss of a home, career, or identity
- Anticipatory grief (terminal illness or caregiving)
How can grief therapy improve my life?
Grief therapy helps you feel less alone, understand your emotional process, and move forward with greater compassion for yourself, even while honoring who or what you’ve lost.
What does a typical grief therapy session involve?
Sessions may include:
- Emotional processing and story-sharing
- Memory work and legacy-building
- Coping skill development
- Meaning-making exercises
- Support for anniversaries, holidays, or triggering moments
What can I expect during therapy?
You’ll be met with empathy, not pressure. There is no “right way” to grieve, and your therapist will move at your pace—whether you need space to cry, make sense of your feelings, or rebuild hope.
How many sessions are typically needed?
Grief therapy is often short- to mid-term, ranging from 8–20 sessions, though some clients continue longer, especially after traumatic or sudden losses.
Is grief therapy suitable for everyone?
Yes—grief therapy is for children, teens, and adults. Whether your loss is recent or years old, this support can help you process and integrate it in a healthier, more connected way.
How can I begin grief therapy?
To get started, simply complete our Scheduling Form or call us at 239-537-9646. We’ll connect you with a grief-informed therapist and get you started with a session that meets you where you are.