Grief Therapy
You Don't Have to Carry This Alone
Grief has a way of touching every part of your life. Maybe you're grieving the death of someone you loved. Maybe it's the end of a relationship, a job loss, or the loss of who you thought you'd be. Whatever your loss, the pain is real—and it matters.
If you're struggling with grief right now, you might feel like you're barely holding it together. Maybe people around you have stopped asking how you're doing, assuming you should be "over it" by now. Or maybe you're feeling stuck, unable to move forward but not sure how to honor what you've lost. You might be wondering if this heaviness will ever lift.
That's where we can help.
Working together, we can create space for your grief while helping you find a path forward. It's possible to honor your loss while also rediscovering hope, connection, and meaning. We'll work at your pace, helping you process your grief in a way that feels right for you.
Together, we can help you move from surviving to thriving—even after loss.
Understanding Grief: It's Not Linear
I want you to know something important: grief doesn't follow a timeline, and it doesn't look the same for everyone. You might have heard about the "stages of grief," but the truth is, grief is messy. It's not a straight line from pain to acceptance. It's more like waves—sometimes gentle, sometimes overwhelming, and often unpredictable.
Grief can show up in many ways:
Emotional responses: Deep sadness, anger, guilt, numbness, or feeling like you're on an emotional rollercoaster
Physical symptoms: Fatigue, changes in sleep or appetite, body aches, or feeling physically heavy
Cognitive struggles: Difficulty concentrating, confusion, intrusive thoughts about your loss, or feeling disconnected from reality
Behavioral changes: Withdrawing from others, avoiding reminders of your loss, or throwing yourself into work or activities to stay busy
Spiritual questions: Wrestling with questions about meaning, fairness, faith, or your place in the world
Whatever your grief looks like, it's valid. There's no "right" way to grieve, and there's no timeline you need to follow.
Types of Loss We Support
Grief isn't just about death. At Thrive, we understand that loss takes many forms, and each one deserves recognition and support.
We work with individuals grieving:
Death of a loved one (sudden, expected, traumatic, loss of pregnancy, or complicated losses)
Relationship endings (divorce, breakups, estrangement from family)
Identity loss (career changes, empty nest, retirement, life transitions)
Health-related losses (chronic illness diagnosis, living with a terminal illness, loss of physical abilities, infertility)
Out-of-order deaths (loss of a child, loss of a young person, loss of a younger sibling)
Traumatic loss (loss complicated by trauma, violence, or sudden circumstances)
Disenfranchised grief (losses that aren't always recognized by others—like miscarriage, pet loss, or loss of a dream)
Anticipatory grief (grieving someone who is still alive but facing terminal illness or decline)
Whatever you're grieving, we see you. Your loss matters, and your pain deserves compassionate, professional support.
How We Help: Grief Therapy That Works
Grief therapy at Thrive isn't about "getting over" your loss or rushing you through your pain. It's about creating a safe space where you can process your grief, honor what you've lost, and gradually find a way to carry it with you as you move forward.
Our approach includes:
We'll help you make sense of your grief, understand your reactions, and work through the complex emotions that come with loss. This isn't about forcing positivity or minimizing your pain—it's about giving you permission to feel what you're feeling.
Your relationship with what you lost is unique. We'll help you explore what this loss means to you, celebrate the good, acknowledge the complicated, and find ways to carry forward what matters most.
Grief can be overwhelming. We'll work on practical strategies to help you manage intense emotions, navigate triggers and difficult moments, and take care of yourself during this challenging time.
When you're ready—and only when you're ready—we'll explore how to gradually re-engage with life, relationships, and activities that bring meaning. This doesn't mean forgetting or "moving on." It means learning to live with your loss while still finding moments of peace, connection, and even joy.
Sometimes grief gets stuck. If you're experiencing prolonged intense grief that's significantly impacting your daily functioning, we can help. We use evidence-based approaches to help you process complicated grief and find relief.
What to Expect in Grief Therapy
Starting therapy when you're grieving can feel daunting. Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
You won't be rushed or told how you "should" feel. This is your time to express whatever you're experiencing without fear of judgment.
Our therapists understand grief—not just academically, but deeply. We've walked alongside countless individuals through their darkest moments, and we know how to provide both support and skilled guidance.
Your grief is unique, so your therapy should be too. We'll tailor our approach to your specific needs, circumstances, and goals.
We use proven therapeutic approaches that work, including cognitive-behavioral strategies, trauma-informed care when needed, and meaning-making interventions that help you find purpose after loss.
You Deserve Support
If you're reading this, chances are you're carrying something heavy. Maybe you've been trying to handle it on your own, or maybe people around you don't quite understand the depth of your pain. Either way, you don't have to do this alone.
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, yet it can feel incredibly isolating. At Thrive, we believe that healing happens in connection—and we're here to walk this journey with you.
Hope and healing are possible. Not because your grief will disappear, but because you can learn to carry it in a way that doesn't consume your entire life. You can honor what you've lost while also finding reasons to keep going. You can experience both sadness and moments of peace. You can rebuild a life that feels meaningful again.
You've got this. We know you do.
BEGIN GRIEF THERAPY IN OHIO OR KENTUCKY
If you're at a point where you're considering therapy for your grief, it's probably safe to bet that you're struggling to manage day-to-day. I'm also willing to bet that you'd like some relief and to know that someone can help you find it.
The therapists at Thrive Therapy use compassionate, evidence-based strategies to help you process your grief and find your way forward. Our services are available in-person in Cincinnati and online to those in Ohio and Kentucky. If you're ready to get support, follow the steps below to get started:
- Schedule a free consultation to see if we're the right fit
- Meet with a grief therapist to discuss your loss and goals for therapy
Begin healing and discover that hope is possible, even after loss
At Thrive Therapy, we specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, PTSD, and grief & loss. We understand that these experiences often overlap, and we're equipped to support you through whatever you're facing. We also work with survivors of sexual assault, childhood trauma, and first responders experiencing trauma-related symptoms.
Licensed in Ohio & Kentucky | In-person in Cincinnati + Online therapy available