Grief and Loss Counseling in Tamarac, FL.

Grief is inevitable and can come in many ways. It is also personal. An individual and an entire family may be grieving the same object, but each individual may experience the grief differently. Simply put, grief unique for each individual. You may have heard countless stories about individuals struggling to overcome their grief after everyone seems to have moved on and reconciled with their loss.

When dealing with grief and loss, it is important to hold space for the pain that comes with this type of experience. Too often, we are told that we need to "just get over it" without fully understanding and processing the experience. Letting go is not something that happens overnight, and it is never the goal of our work together. Instead we find ways to honor the experience and find gratitude for the ways in which it has enriched our lives. The ultimate goal is to gain a greater understanding for why we had to go through the pain and ultimately find a sense of peace and healing.

When you are going through a loss or grieving the death of someone you love it may seem like talking about it won't help. It won't bring the person back but having a caring and compassionate person to talk to about it does bring comfort. Many times the people we would usually lean on in tough times are going through their own grief, which is why therapy can help.

Losses are painful. It takes time to recover. Therapy offers a path to heal from losses. In Grief and loss therapy you are allowed to tell your story in a supportive atmosphere. You are then able to use creative media of art, journaling, poetry, and collage making in processing the loss and identify steps in moving to acceptance. you will be able to examine the cycle of grief and loss, which involves the shock, denial, sadness, anger turn inward and outward, resolution and acceptance. you will co-construct new paths to rebuild as you gain acceptance of the loss.

Everyone experiences and processes grief in their own way. Having someone to support you through the phases of grief can help you explore and cope with all your feelings. The ability to express feelings related to the loss of a loved one in a safe space will foster healing of your mind and body. I often recommend clients attend a support group in order to understand that they are not alone with their thoughts and feelings.

Grieving the loss of a loved one is deeply personal, and I am here to provide the support and understanding you need during this difficult time. In our sessions, we will work together to explore your feelings of grief, acknowledging the pain while also finding ways to honor your loved one's memory. I will help you navigate the complex emotions that accompany loss, providing tools and strategies to process your grief in a healthy way. My goal is to support you as you find a path toward healing and acceptance.

With my experience in ministry, in counseling, and in life-coaching, I’ve helped men work through the complicated emotions around grief and loss. As men we feel pressure to be a “rock” for everyone else. Then our wives tell us to open up and feel our feelings. But do they really want to see us fall apart? Like many things, the truth is somewhere in the middle. Chances are that you’ve bravely put your feelings on hold to care for others, and regardless of what the world says, there’s love and nobility in that. And at the same time, you need a place to be real and work through the pain. If you’re ready to take the next step and face what needs to be faced, man to man, I’m here to help.

Like many professionals I am astounded that psychiatrists have added grief to their huge list of "disorders." We all grieve differently and at a different pace. Like a physical wound, grief cannot be rushed or "cured." The best we can do is to keep the emotional wound clean, dry, and freshly bandaged, then watch the passage of time work its miracle.

A lot of people run from grief work - I don't. I understand the pain of loss and I will help you through the darkness. Grief is a very profound and personal experience. The pain of loss never goes away completely - that person will always be an important part of your life and experience. I am happy to help you walk through that pain so that you are not alone in your grief.

I help individuals cope with loosing a loved one or loosing someone who was an important part of their life. I work using Elizabeth Kubler-Ross stages of loss and grief; denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. I also recognize that grieving is sometimes atypical and we do not react in a way that is expected. Complicated grief is one of my specialties.

Clients will be able to face their feelings of grief and loss and recognize their impact in their lives. They will be empowered to find hope and the courage to walk through the process of healing and restoration, while effectively dealing with underline issues that may interfere with their ability to heal. Clients will find the courage to live again and celebrate everything that makes them who they are!

Growing up, I experienced grief and loss firsthand. The journey was painful, but it taught me a lot and gave me a passion for helping others that are hurting. If you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, please know that you don’t have to go through it alone. If you’re ready for support, I would be honored to walk with you through the valley.

Grieving the loss of a person, a pet, or the end of a marriage/relationship, or any other major life circumstance that triggers the feelings of loss can, at times, feel overwhelming. Feelings of loneliness, fear, pain, yearning, anxiety, emptiness, and anger are just some emotions you may be experiencing, which are completely normal. It can affect your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Sometimes it feels like we can't talk to those closest to us about our feelings of grief because they are grieving themselves or we feel like a burden. You do not need to do it alone; I will provide a safe space for you to talk about the loss, process your feelings, and rediscover how to find joy.