Coping with the loss of a loved one is a personal journey, but it does not have to be a lonely one. While well-meaning supporters offer encouragement and a shoulder to cry on, grief counseling sessions with a professional provide a unique outlet for expressing feelings and receiving constructive input. Here are three benefits of seeking out these services.

3 Benefits of Grief Counseling

1. Gain an Understanding of the Grief Process

Grief counseling seeks to help grieving individuals understand their manifestations of grief and give them tools and skills to handle their symptoms. Therapy offers people a safe way to voice and work through their emotions. Well-trained and experienced counselors guide individuals through the process of grieving at their own pace.

2. Receive Non-Judgmental Support

Sessions with an experienced grief counselor provide respite from real and perceived responsibilities without judgment. Professionals will also offer insight on healthy ways of accepting life without the lost loved one. They do not try to assess blame, impose guilt, or find fault with decisions grieving individual have made. Better still, therapy offers a safe space where people can express their true emotions honestly. 

3. Find Closure

Grief counseling helps individuals sort out their feelings and come to terms with what happened in a healthy way. This can be particularly helpful if an individual is feeling guilty or is significantly devastated by the loss. Together with the help of a therapist, they will find peace and learn to cope with the loss.

If you have experienced a personal tragedy, Sondra Sexton-Jones in Juneau, AK, has the compassion and grief counseling expertise to help you through the grief process. With 25 years of experience, she specializes in helping clients heal. Learn more about her services by visiting her website, and follow her on Facebook for more insights. Call (907) 586-3313 to make an appointment for individual, family, or children’s counseling.