Medical Disclaimer

What this means

• We are not therapists, counselors, or medical professionals.
• Nothing on this site constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Grief can be complex , and sometimes it's more than grief.

When to seek professional help

While grief is different for everyone , there's no timeline and no "right" way , there are times when professional support is especially important. Consider reaching out to a therapist or counselor if:

• Your grief is interfering with your ability to function day to day for an extended period
• You're having thoughts of harming yourself or ending your life
• You're using substances to cope in ways that feel out of control
• You feel completely disconnected from yourself or reality
• You're experiencing symptoms of depression that don't lift , loss of appetite, inability to sleep (or sleeping all the time), persistent numbness
• You feel like you're not making progress or moving forward , and that feeling is causing you distress
• The people who care about you are expressing concern

Finding professional support

A good therapist can make an enormous difference. If you're looking for one:

• Psychology Today
• Open Path Collective
• Many hospice organizations

In an emergency

If you're in crisis or having thoughts of self harm, please reach out immediately:

• Call 988 in the US to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
• Text HOME to741741 for the Crisis Text Line
• Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room

Visit ourCrisis Resources