Bereavement and grief aren’t light-hearted topics. Bereavement refers to the process of recovering from the death of a loved one, and grief is a reaction to any form of loss. Both encompass a wide range of emotions such as fear, anger, and deep, deep sadness.

At The Sanctuary Care & Counseling Center, we provide grief and bereavement counseling to help residents of Miramar, Florida, and surrounding areas process their emotions, find comfort, and begin their journey toward healing. Our experienced grief therapists understand that grief is not linear and will work with you to honor your unique experience.

Understanding and Treating Grief

Empathy is an integral part of mental health care. For the best results, you need to work with a grief and bereavement specialist who understands what you’re going through and is familiar with the process of recovery. Adapting to a loss can look dramatically different from person to person, depending on his or her background, beliefs, relationship to the person who’s passed, and other factors. Common symptoms of grief can be physical, emotional, or social and encompass items like:

Physical Symptoms of Grief

• Crying and sighing
• Headaches
• Loss of appetite
• Difficulty sleeping
• Weakness
• Fatigue

Emotional Symptoms of Grief

• Feelings of sadness and yearning
• Feelings of worry or anger
• Feelings of frustration or guilt

Social Symptoms of Grief

• Feeling detached from others
• Self-isolation from social contact
• Behaving in ways that are not normal for you

Every grieving experience is different. A person may be able to continue their day-to-day routine after one loss, yet not be able to get out of bed after the loss of someone else. Whatever your personal symptoms are, grief and bereavement counseling have been proven to help, and The Sanctuary Care & Counseling Center is here for you.

Grief and Bereavement Counseling at The Sanctuary

You’ll be in good hands at The Sanctuary Care & Counseling Center. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, we help clients develop strategies to cope with the pain of loss while fostering resilience and emotional well-being. Our culturally sensitive approach recognizes the role of spiritual, familial, and cultural dynamics in the grieving process, particularly for individuals from marginalized communities. We are here to provide guidance and support as you navigate this challenging time, ensuring you feel seen, valued, and heard.

You Don’t Need to Face This Alone

If you are experiencing grief-related thoughts, behaviors, or feelings that are distressing, please contact us today for a free consultation. Grief and bereavement therapy at The Sanctuary Care & Counseling Center can provide the support you need to move forward. Our telehealth services are available in Miramar and throughout the state of Florida.