Grief and Loss Help is Here
How we can support you
You are ready to see a therapist
You may have had a recent loss in your life, are finding it difficult to process what has happened and are seeking support.
Book an appointment
Reach out to the team at With Grace Therapy to book an appointment with one of our experienced and compassionate therapists.
Engage in Therapy
Engage in regular therapy to start to build a strong therapeutic alliance and work towards your therapy goals e.g. processing emotions after you have experienced a loss.
See the Benefits
Benefits of therapy may include developing new coping skills and strategies, stress reduction, mental health and physical health improvements.
Grief and loss
Loss encompass a wide range of experiences beyond the death of a loved one. Loss can be personal, relational, or situational, and it often triggers grief.
Here are common examples:
Loss of Loved Ones
- Death of a family member, friend, or partner.
- Miscarriage, stillbirth, or loss of a child.
- Death of a pet or companion animal.
Relationship Loss
- Divorce or separation from a spouse or partner.
- Ending a close friendship or romantic relationship.
- Estrangement or conflict within families.
Health-Related Loss
- Loss of physical abilities due to illness, injury, or disability.
- Decline in mental health or cognitive abilities (e.g., dementia).
- Chronic illness or diagnosis of a life-altering condition.
Life Transitions
- Moving away from a home or community.
- Losing a job or facing retirement.
Financial or Material Loss
- Bankruptcy, foreclosure, or financial instability.
- Loss of possessions due to theft, disaster, or downsizing.
Loss of Identity or Purpose
- Losing a sense of self after a major life event (e.g., role as a caregiver).
- Career changes that affect personal identity.
Cultural or Social Loss
- Loss of cultural identity due to migration or displacement.
- Experiencing discrimination or marginalisation.
Abstract or Symbolic Loss
- Loss of hopes, dreams, or future plans (e.g., infertility).
- Loss of a sense of security, trust, or faith.
- Loss of normalcy or routine after a major event (e.g., pandemic).
Each form of loss is valid and can evoke grief, noting the importance of acknowledging and processing these experiences. Experiences of grief and loss can vary widely but typically include physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioural signs.
GRief May Look like:
- Shock or Disbelief - difficulty accepting the reality of the loss
- Difficulty concentrating - trouble focusing or making decisions
- Changes in sleeping patterns - insomnia, oversleeping, or restless sleep
- Feeling restless, tense, or on edge
- Fear about the future or insecurity after the loss
- Questioning beliefs - doubting faith, purpose, or meaning in life
- Guilt - feelings of regret or self-blame about things left unsaid or undone
- Anger - frustration directed at the situation, others, or even the deceased
- Persistent feelings of sadness or tearfulness.
- Intrusive thoughts - replaying memories or imagining different outcomes
- Avoiding reminders of the loss or denying the reality of it.
- Feeling unable to move forward from the loss
Are you ready to take the next step?
With Grace Therapy are dedicated to providing inclusive and non-judgmental therapy for your eating disorder. Our experienced team are available to help you with questions and enquiries. We provide psychology and counselling and grief and loss at our Kedron office in North Brisbane or online for anyone in Australia. Booking your appointment is easy — just call us on 0403 939 839, book online via the link below or contact us via email.