![Jessica Stephens, OT(reg.)Ont., MA, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jessica-stephens.jpg)
Grief Counsellor
Jessica Stephens, OT(reg.)Ont., MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, OT, Clinical Supervision
Discreet rural location & Eganville. ON , Brighton/Trenton/Cobourg/Campbellford , Ontario K0K 1S0 | 1 866 272 3729
Grief and loss are viewed as inescapable features of normal human experience. Clients can expect a supportive approach which invites narration, catharsis, encourages creative commemorative rituals and molding new traditions, with a view to extracting the grains of wisdom and lessons for living that can be buried, yet found around a loss. Traumatic loss can be more complicated and clients may be helped by a process similar to the one outlined above, but including trauma re-processing techniques to help them shrink and cope with the worst, stickiest memories and distress of an extreme experience of loss. "Sometimes the only cure for grief, is grieving." Dana Reeve
![Ryta Marie Peschka, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/ryta-marie-peschka.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Ryta Marie Peschka, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
As loss may be best described as the absence of something valuable, grief is the reaction to this absence. It permeates every area of our lives. The way we experience grief is personal and changes as we adapt to the loss. Feelings of guilt, disbelief, anger, yearning, and sorrow are often present. Going through the stages of grief is difficult. Together, we will explore the healing journey ensuring you are self-companionate while honouring the one’s you have lost and to explore and understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are integrated into your bereavement process. Schedule a free consultation to see if we are a good fit.
![Donald Hill, M. Div., M. Th., RMFT, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/donald-hill.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Donald Hill, M. Div., M. Th., RMFT, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
The people who have touched our lives, family members, and special friends (pets) we love are important to us. When anything risks those we love, we also feel distressed. Our deep connection to them means we experience this incredible emptiness when they die. Though we know that death is normal, natural, and inevitable, this knowledge does not eliminate the emotional pain of our loss. Through my losses and the losses of others, I have learned that life is over, but it is never finished. If you are experiencing a recent loss of a family member, friend, or special friend, I am available to journey with you through this loss. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.
![Amanda Rennick-Hazen, M.E.d, RP, TITC-CT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/amanda-rennick-hazen.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Amanda Rennick-Hazen, M.E.d, RP, TITC-CT
Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical OSRP, Clinical Traumatologist TITC-CT, School Traumatologist TITC-ST
Available for Online Therapy
Are you experiencing a loss of sense of self, job loss, separation/divorce, unexpected transitions, death/loss of a loved one (pets included), challenging life transitions, retirement, or unexpected change. Grief comes in all forms. Together we can improve quality of life by learning how to cope with change and bring back joy & humour in difficult times.
![Shanna Budzinsky, RP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/shanna-budzinsky.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Shanna Budzinsky, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Grief can feel overwhelming and confusing and it can be hard to know how to cope with these emotions and our sense of loss. In times like these it can be so helpful to have a person come alongside and walk this journey with you. In my work with individuals who have experienced grief, I support each person to discover their own unique path to healing from grief. Book a free consultation to explore if we are a good fit.
![Bonnie Nelson, MA(CP), BA(Hons)](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/bonnie-nelson.jpg)
Grief Counselor
Bonnie Nelson, MA(CP), BA(Hons)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Available for Online Therapy
Moving forward in life without someone, who you thought would always be by your side, is devastating to say the least. And sometimes even harder to talk about. But you're not alone. We all need support, especially in times of high stress. Everyone reacts differently to grief and loss. My goal is to provide a safe online space for you to take charge of your healing, in however that might look for you.
![Sharon Purcell, MSW, RSW, SEP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/sharon-purcell.jpg)
Grief Counsellor
Sharon Purcell, MSW, RSW, SEP
Somatic Experiencing Psychotherapist, Coach, and Counselor
34 Carscadden Drive, Buzzer 1816, North York, Ontario M2R 2A8 | 416 880-0910
It takes great courage to experience grief and survive loss. I can teach you how to be present to your own vast and deep emotions in a way that allows your body to release and your spirit to expand and become more through loss. Through the most difficult experiences, we discover our strength. We each have a unique path to discover. Through learning to respect our own timing, we allow ourselves to stay long enough in our sadness to develop a relationship of respect and honoring that empowers us to move on when we are ready.