Grief, Loss & Bereavement
Understanding Grief and Loss
Grief is a natural response to loss, but it rarely follows a predictable path. It can arise after the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a miscarriage, changes in health, loss of identity, or the quiet disappearance of a future you once expected. Grief can be intense and visible, or subtle and lingering—often both.
At Lodestone Psychology, we understand grief as a human process, not a problem to solve. Therapy offers a place where grief can be acknowledged without pressure to “move on,” stay positive, or meet timelines imposed by others.
How Grief Can Show Up
Grief affects people emotionally, physically, cognitively, and relationally. You may experience:
Waves of sadness, longing, or emptiness
Anger, guilt, or regret
Numbness or emotional shutdown
Difficulty concentrating or remembering
Changes in sleep, appetite, or energy
A sense of disorientation or loss of meaning
Many people are surprised by the intensity or duration of their grief, especially when support from others fades sooner than the pain does.
Types of Grief We Support
Grief is not limited to death. We work with many forms of loss, including:
Bereavement after the death of a loved one
Anticipatory grief related to illness or decline
Complicated or prolonged grief
Relationship loss or divorce
Pregnancy loss or infertility
Loss related to chronic illness or disability
Ambiguous loss where there is no clear closure
Each form of grief carries its own challenges and deserves care.
Our Approach to Grief Therapy
Grief therapy at Lodestone Psychology is gentle, respectful, and client‑led. We do not rush the process or impose stages. Instead, we support you in making sense of your loss while learning how to carry it forward.
Therapy may focus on:
Creating space to tell the story of your loss
Processing complex or conflicting emotions
Addressing guilt, anger, or unfinished business
Supporting meaning‑making and integration
Navigating identity changes after loss
Reconnecting with life while honouring grief
We draw from attachment‑informed, trauma‑informed, and meaning‑based approaches, always pacing therapy to your capacity.
When Grief Feels Stuck or Overwhelming
Some people notice that grief becomes increasingly heavy over time rather than easing. You may feel unable to function, disconnected from others, or consumed by the loss. Therapy can help when grief feels overwhelming, isolating, or difficult to integrate into daily life.
Seeking support does not mean you are grieving incorrectly—it means you deserve care.
We support adults across Calgary and Alberta who are navigating loss in many forms. In‑person and virtual sessions are available, recognizing that grief can make practical logistics feel harder.
Grief deserves time, space, and compassion. Therapy can offer steady support as you move through loss in your own way.
