At our clinic in Reno, we recognize that coping with grief and loss is a deeply personal journey, and it can often feel overwhelming. Our therapists are trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), providing compassionate support to guide you through the turbulent emotions that accompany such profound experiences.

Grief can unravel the fabric of our lives, leaving us feeling lost and disconnected. Our experienced therapists offer a comforting space to process your loss at your own pace, validate your emotions, and gently help you find your footing again. We aim to understand your unique experience of grief, and know that your path to healing is yours alone. You'll be fully supporting in navigating the pain and adjustment that come with loss.

Healing From Grief

We believe that healing from grief is not about moving on from the memory of what you've lost but about finding new ways to carry those memories with you. Our attachment-focused therapists work with you to honor your connection to what you've lost, build resilience in the face of sorrow, and foster a sense of hope for the future. Whether you're grappling with a recent loss or an old wound that still aches, we're here to walk with you, helping you to integrate your experience into your life in a way that feels right for you.

Loss and grief can trigger intense emotional responses, including profound sadness. This emotional pain is a natural reaction to significant life events such as the death of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship, or other major life changes.

Grief Differs from Depression

Duration: While grief can be prolonged, especially following significant losses, it often decreases in intensity over time and comes in waves. It might be triggered by reminders or anniversaries, but doesn't typically persist daily for weeks or months without relief as depression might.

Context: Grief is a response to a specific loss or event. It’s an expected and natural process. Depression, on the other hand, may not always have an identifiable "cause" or triggering event and is a more pervasive disruption of one's baseline mood and functioning.

Self-esteem: While those who are grieving may experience feelings of sadness or emptiness, they typically don't report the same level of diminished self-worth or self-loathing that is often seen in depression.

Guilt: While both grief and depression can involve feelings of guilt, those in grief often feel guilt or regret about specific things related to the loss (e.g., "I wish I had told them I loved them more"), whereas in depression, feelings of guilt and worthlessness can be more pervasive and not tied to specific events.

In reality, the lines between grief and depression can blur, and grief can precipitate a depressive episode in vulnerable individuals. It's also worth noting that grief can manifest in complex ways, with some individuals experiencing "complicated grief" that might closely resemble or co-occur with depression. A mental health professional can help discern the nuances and provide guidance on coping and potential treatments.