WHAT WE HELP WITH
Treatment for Grief & Loss
in person for Lubbock, TX and virtually for all of Texas
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences — and one of the loneliest. Whether you've lost a person, a relationship, a role, or a version of your life you expected to have, therapy can help you carry it.
Accepting new clients --- Most Insurances Accepted
RECOGNIZING GRIEF & LOSS
Does This Sound Like You?
Grief doesn't follow a schedule or a script. You might recognize yourself in some of these:
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You're overwhelmed by waves of sadness, anger, or numbness that come without warning
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Well-meaning people keep telling you to move on — but you're not ready, and you're not sure you want to be
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You feel guilty for having good days, or guilty for still being so affected
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The loss has changed your sense of who you are or what your life means
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You've lost someone to suicide, overdose, or sudden death and the grief feels different — heavier, more complicated
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You're grieving something that isn't a death — a divorce, a diagnosis, a miscarriage, a friendship, a dream
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You feel like you're going through the motions while everyone else has moved on
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There is no right way to grieve. But you don't have to do it alone.
OUR APPROACH
How We Help with Grief & Loss
Grief therapy is not about getting over your loss — it's about learning to carry it in a way that allows you to keep living. There is no timeline, no checklist of stages you have to complete, and no grief that is too small or too complicated to deserve support. Our therapists meet you exactly where you are.
We draw on several approaches depending on what kind of grief you're working through. For those experiencing complicated grief — where the loss has become entangled with trauma, guilt, or unresolved relationship pain — EMDR can help process the memories and emotions that feel stuck. CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) helps identify and gently challenge the thoughts that intensify grief, like survivor's guilt or self-blame. ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) helps you find a way to hold the loss alongside a life that still has meaning.
We also work with people navigating non-death losses — grief over divorce, miscarriage, estrangement, a chronic illness diagnosis, infertility, or the loss of a future you had planned. These losses are real, and they deserve the same care as any other form of grief.
Complicated grief affects approximately 10–15% of bereaved people and, without support, can persist for years. Therapy significantly shortens this timeline and reduces suffering.
10–15% of bereaved people experience complicated grief that can persist for years without support
THE PROCESS
What to Expect
Step 1: Reach Out
Fill out our short contact form or call us. We'll follow up within one business day to answer questions and get you scheduled.
Step 2: Your First Session
Your therapist will take time to understand your history, what's been hard, and what you're hoping to get out of therapy. No pressure, no homework — just conversation.
Step 3: Start Making Progress
Together, you'll build practical tools to interrupt thought and behavior patterns. Most clients notice a shift in how they respond to stress within the first few sessions.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
How is grief therapy different from just talking to a friend or family member? __ Friends and family are invaluable — but grief therapy offers something different. A therapist is trained to help you move through grief rather than just sit with it. They can identify when grief has become complicated or is overlapping with depression or trauma, and they offer a consistent, non-judgmental space where you don't have to worry about burdening someone or performing recovery for their comfort.
Is there a right or wrong way to grieve? __ No — and one of the most healing things therapy can offer is permission to grieve in your own way. The 'five stages' model is widely known but widely misunderstood — grief is not linear, and most people don't experience it in stages at all. What matters is that you have support, not that you grieve correctly.
What is complicated grief? __ Complicated grief — sometimes called prolonged grief disorder — is when grief remains intensely disruptive to daily functioning for an extended period, often beyond six months. It can involve persistent yearning, difficulty accepting the loss, bitterness, or feeling that life has no meaning without the person. It is more common after sudden, traumatic, or ambiguous losses. Therapy is highly effective for complicated grief.
Can therapy help with grief that isn't about death? __ Absolutely. Grief is a natural response to any significant loss — the end of a marriage, a miscarriage, estrangement from family, a health diagnosis, infertility, retirement, or even the loss of a career or identity. These losses are often minimized by others, which can make them harder to process. Therapy provides a space to grieve them fully.
What if I feel guilty about seeking therapy--like my grief isn't "bad enough"? __ Your grief is always enough to deserve support. There is no threshold of loss you have to meet before your pain is valid. Many people who come to grief therapy feel exactly this way at first — and what they often discover is that the loss was bigger than they had allowed themselves to acknowledge.
How long does grief therapy take? __ It depends on the nature of the loss, how long you've been carrying it, and what you're hoping for from therapy. Some people find meaningful relief in 8 to 12 sessions. Others — especially those dealing with complicated grief or loss layered with trauma — benefit from longer support. Your therapist will check in regularly and adjust the pace to fit your needs.
Can you help with grief after suicide loss? __ Yes — and this is an area we take very seriously. Grief after suicide loss is distinct. It often involves shock, guilt, unanswered questions, and a complicated mix of emotions that can feel impossible to untangle. Our therapists are experienced in working with suicide loss survivors with the care and sensitivity this kind of grief requires.
Is telehealth available for grief therapy? __ Yes — telehealth is available and many grieving clients actually find it easier to open up from the comfort and privacy of home. Sessions are just as effective virtually as in person, and it removes the barrier of having to drive somewhere and hold yourself together in public on hard days.
How do I get started? You can reach out through our contact page or click the Get Started button to request an appointment. Taking that first step is often the hardest part — I'm glad you're here.