Grief & Loss Therapy · Altamonte Springs

You don't have to carry your grief alone.

Compassionate support for loss, life transitions, and healing at your own pace.

All Ages

Children • Teens • Adults

EMDR · Somatic · CBT/DBT

Compassionate & Trauma Informed

In-person or virtual

Florida-wide

“There is a path forward, even if you can't see it yet.”

WHEN LOSS CHANGES EVERYTHING

Carrying a loss that changed you?

Grief is a natural response to loss, but that doesn't make it any easier to carry. Whether you're grieving the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a miscarriage, a beloved pet, a major life transition, or a future you thought you'd have, grief can impact every part of your life.

You may find yourself moving through your days while feeling completely different on the inside. Some people experience deep sadness, while others feel numb, angry, anxious, disconnected, or unsure of who they are without what they've lost.

At New Light Counseling, we support individuals navigating grief with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care. There is no right way to grieve and no timeline you need to follow. Therapy can provide a space to process your loss, make meaning of your experience, and move forward without leaving an important part of yourself behind.

What does grief look like?

  • Deep sadness or tearfulness

  • Feeling numb, disconnected, or emotionally shut down

  • Anger, frustration, or resentment

  • Guilt, regret, or wondering "what if"

  • Difficulty concentrating or feeling mentally foggy

  • Changes in sleep or appetite

  • Anxiety about the future

  • Feeling isolated or misunderstood by other

  • Difficulty adjusting to life after a loss

  • Missing the person, relationship, future, or life you once had

    Many people don't immediately recognize the ways grief can impact them. They may tell themselves they should be "over it by now," stay busy to avoid their emotions, or struggle to explain why they don't feel like themselves.

    But underneath it all, grief is often a reflection of love, attachment, and the significance of what has been lost. Whether your loss happened recently or years ago, you deserve space to process your experience, honor what mattered, and find a path forward that feels meaningful to you.

HOW WE SUPPORT GRIEF & LOSS

We won't rush your
healing.

Grief is not something to "get over." We help clients make sense of loss, process difficult emotions, and adapt to life after loss in a way that feels meaningful and authentic. Our approach recognizes that grief is deeply personal, and healing often involves learning how to carry your loss while continuing to move forward.

Worden's Four Tasks of Mourning

01

Rather than viewing grief as a series of stages, Worden's model helps individuals actively process loss, adjust to life without what was lost, and find ways to remain connected while continuing to live fully.

Bowlby & Parkes' Four Phases of Grief

02

Understand the natural emotional responses that often accompany loss—including shock, yearning, disorganization, and reorganization—and learn how to navigate them with self-compassion.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

03

Identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts such as guilt, self-blame, regret, or fears about the future while developing healthier ways of coping.

Meaning Making & Narrative Work

04

Explore the impact of your loss, honor your story, and create space for both grief and growth as you move forward.

Trauma-Informed & Somatic Approaches

05

When grief feels overwhelming or becomes stuck in the body, these approaches can help process emotions, regulate the nervous system, and restore a sense of safe

Grief Support Groups

06

Healing doesn't have to happen alone. Our grief groups provide connection, validation, and support from others who understand the challenges of navigating loss.

Our work is about helping you honor your loss while finding a way forward that feels meaningful, authentic, and true to you.

You can get out of survival mode

We're here to help you create a life that feels sustainable again

Burnout can make it feel like you're constantly pouring from an empty cup—showing up for work, family, and responsibilities while quietly running out of energy yourself.

Together, we'll help you understand what's keeping you stuck, reconnect with your needs, and create a healthier, more balanced way forward.

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