Grief, loss, and life transitions carve deep spaces in our hearts, often leaving us feeling unmoored, uncertain, and raw. In this NYC therapy practice, we create a sacred space to honor these painful moments—acknowledging the weight of what you've lost, while helping you discover the possibility of what can emerge from the ache.

Whether you are navigating the loss of a loved one, the end of a chapter, or the profound uncertainty of a major life change, therapy becomes a process of reclamation—of meaning, connection, and self. Through a compassionate, integrative approach, we walk together to help you restore inner balance, process what has been lost, and gently orient toward what is still possible.

I provide trauma-informed, integrative psychotherapy for grief, loss, and life transitions in New York City and throughout New York State via teletherapy for adults seeking thoughtful, grounded support during times of change.

Finding the Best New York Therapist for Grief, Loss, and Change

Finding the right therapist to support you through grief, loss, or major life transitions in New York City requires more than credentials—it requires someone who can hold the emotional complexity of change with depth, sensitivity, and clinical skill.

An experienced grief and loss therapist can help you:

• Process acute and cumulative grief

• Navigate uncertainty and identity shifts

• Regulate overwhelming emotions

• Build resilience and internal stability

• Address related symptoms such as anxiety, depression, or trauma

Effective therapy for grief and life transitions draws from evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches that are tailored to your unique experience. In a city as fast-moving and demanding as NYC, working with a therapist who offers a calm, structured, and nonjudgmental space can be profoundly stabilizing.

Feeling understood, supported, and guided early in therapy often matters more than titles or accolades. With the right fit, therapy becomes a place to restore emotional balance, adapt to life’s changes, and find meaning in the midst of loss.

The Nature of Loss and Change

There are many kinds of loss—and many different ways people respond to them. Healing from grief is never linear. There is no correct timeline and no single “right” way to grieve.

Over the course of a lifetime, most people encounter multiple periods of significant change and challenge. Some losses are visible and concrete; others are ambiguous or invisible. All can deeply impact emotional wellbeing.

Sudden or destabilizing life events are especially difficult to navigate alone. While some individuals have strong family or community support, many do not. At times, devastating personal or professional circumstances require the presence of a trained mental health professional to help process emotional pain, shock, and trauma.

Therapy and counseling offer a dedicated space to:

• Make sense of what has happened

• Feel what has been suppressed or postponed

• Stabilize the nervous system

• Develop coping strategies

• Rebuild internal and external supports

Loss and change fundamentally alter us. You do not have to carry this alone.

Common Emotional and Physical Responses to Grief and Transition

Major loss and life change can leave you feeling:

• Anxious or on edge

• Sad or depressed

• Numb or disconnected

• Overwhelmed

• Lonely or isolated

• Unable to sleep or rest

• Physically exhausted

• Disoriented or unmoored

These experiences can significantly affect quality of life, work functioning, and relationships.

In addition to supportive talk therapy, I integrate EMDR therapy and Somatic Experiencing–informed techniques to help reduce the lingering impact of trauma and shock on the nervous system following losses and difficult transitions.

Common Life Transitions and Losses Addressed in Therapy

• Death of a loved one

• Anticipatory grief

• Loss of a pet

• Divorce or separation

• End of a relationship

• Becoming a parent

• Infertility or pregnancy loss

• Children leaving home (empty nest)

• Caregiving for aging parents

• Diagnosis of acute or chronic illness

• Changes in health status

• Career changes or job loss

• Retirement

• Financial shifts

• Relocation

• Transition to college or graduate school

• Identity shifts

• Personal or professional crises

• Traumatic events

• Aging and changes in vitality

Both sudden and gradual changes can generate grief responses.

Grief Is More Than Sadness

Grief can include:

• Longing

• Anger

• Guilt

• Relief

• Confusion

• Fear

• Regret

• Yearning

• Numbness

You may grieve not only what was lost, but also what will never be.

Therapy provides a place to explore the full emotional landscape of grief without needing to minimize, explain, or rush it.

Recovering and Healing After Loss

During periods of grief or major transition, even basic daily tasks can feel overwhelming. You may struggle with motivation, concentration, or decision-making. Friends and family often want to help but may not know how. Some people feel pressured to “move on” before they are ready.

Counseling offers a consistent, reliable space to:

• Tell your story

• Process complex emotions

• Make meaning of the loss

• Reconnect with yourself

• Gradually rebuild structure and rhythm

Losing something or someone significant requires allowing yourself to grieve what has changed. The pace of healing is individual. Psychotherapy supports you in tending to both emotional pain and the practical realities of daily life.

How Therapy Helps With Grief and Life Transitions

Therapy supports you in:

• Processing loss safely

• Regulating overwhelming emotions

• Reducing trauma-related symptoms

• Exploring identity changes

• Rebuilding a sense of stability

• Developing coping strategies

• Cultivating self-compassion

• Reconnecting with meaning and purpose

In many cases, integrative trauma-informed approaches such as EMDR allow unresolved aspects of loss to be processed more fully than talk therapy alone.

My Integrative, Trauma-Informed Approach

I draw from multiple evidence-based and relational modalities, including:

• Psychodynamic psychotherapy

• EMDR therapy

• Somatic and nervous-system-based approaches

• Mindfulness-based practices

• Attachment-informed therapy

This integrative approach addresses both emotional and physiological layers of grief and adaptation.

Virtual Grief & Life Transition Therapy in New York

I offer secure online therapy for adults throughout New York State. Teletherapy allows you to access high-quality, trauma-informed care from the comfort and privacy of your own space.

What Healing Often Looks Like

Healing rarely means forgetting. More often, it means learning how to carry what has been lost differently.

You may begin to:

• Breathe more easily

• Sleep more soundly

• Feel less consumed by pain

• Experience moments of peace

• Sense small openings toward the future

Over time, grief softens. Meaning gradually reemerges. Life begins to expand again.

Grief, Loss & Life Transitions Therapy – Frequently Asked Questions

What is grief, loss, and transitions therapy?

Grief, loss, and transitions therapy is a form of psychotherapy that supports individuals navigating emotional change following loss or significant life shifts. Therapy provides space to process what has been lost, integrate change, and regain a sense of grounding, meaning, and continuity.

Does grief only apply to death or bereavement?

No. Grief can arise from many forms of loss, including divorce or separation, changes in identity, health challenges, career shifts, infertility, aging, estrangement, relocation, or the loss of a hoped-for future. Therapy recognizes both visible and invisible losses.

How do I know if I’m grieving or just “going through a hard time”?

Grief often involves a deeper sense of disorientation, emotional weight, or change in how you relate to yourself or the world. If a transition or loss feels unresolved, persistent, or difficult to integrate, therapy can help clarify and support the process.

Is it normal to feel grief long after a loss?

Yes. Grief does not follow a linear timeline. Some losses resurface months or years later, especially during life transitions or periods of reflection. Therapy supports ongoing integration rather than forcing closure or resolution.

What if my grief doesn’t look like sadness?

Grief can appear as numbness, irritability, anxiety, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, or a sense of being “unmoored.” There is no single way grief should look. Therapy helps normalize diverse responses and supports emotional processing at your own pace.

How does an integrative approach support grief and transitions?

An integrative approach considers emotional, relational, and nervous system responses to loss and change. Therapy may include trauma-informed psychotherapy, somatic awareness, EMDR-informed approaches when appropriate, and practices that support regulation, meaning-making, and adaptation.

Can EMDR help with grief or loss?

EMDR may be helpful when grief is complicated by traumatic aspects of a loss, unresolved memories, or persistent emotional distress. It is used selectively and within a broader therapeutic framework based on individual readiness and needs.

Can therapy help with life transitions even if nothing “bad” happened?

Yes. Even positive transitions—such as career changes, becoming a parent, midlife shifts, or changes in roles—can involve loss, uncertainty, or identity reorganization. Therapy supports navigating these transitions with awareness and emotional stability.

Is telehealth effective for grief and transitions therapy?

Yes. Telehealth therapy can be very effective for grief and transition work. Being in a familiar environment can support emotional safety, reflection, and continuity of care during vulnerable periods.

Do you provide grief and loss therapy for New York clients via telehealth?

Yes. Grief, loss, and transitions therapy is offered to individuals located in New York through secure telehealth sessions, in accordance with state licensure requirements.

Who typically seeks grief and transitions therapy?

I often work with adults navigating bereavement, relational loss, identity shifts, midlife transitions, or periods of profound change. Many are thoughtful, capable individuals who find themselves unsettled by loss despite outward stability.

How long does grief and transitions therapy take?

There is no fixed timeline. Some individuals seek short-term support around a specific loss, while others benefit from longer-term therapy that supports deeper integration and meaning-making. Therapy is paced collaboratively.

When might additional support or a higher level of care be needed?

If grief is accompanied by severe depression, inability to function, or safety concerns, additional support may be recommended. Ethical practice includes careful assessment and appropriate referrals when needed.

How do I get started with grief, loss, or transitions therapy?

You can begin by requesting an initial consultation. This allows us to explore what you’re navigating, determine whether this form of therapy is the right fit, and discuss next steps in a supportive, thoughtful way.