Grief & Loss: Healing Through Support & Understanding
Helping you navigate loss and find hope in healing
Overview
Losing a loved one is one of the most painful experiences a person can go through. Grief is a natural response to loss, but it can feel overwhelming, leaving you emotionally, physically, and mentally drained. Everyone experiences grief differently—some may feel intense sadness, while others may struggle with anger, guilt, or even numbness.
At Disha Mental Health and Wellness, we understand that grief is a deeply personal journey. While the pain of loss cannot be erased, with the right support, you can learn to process your emotions, honor your loved one’s memory, and gradually rebuild your life. Our grief counseling services provide a compassionate space where you can express your feelings, receive guidance, and find comfort in healing.
Common Reactions to Grief
Grief affects individuals in different ways. Some common emotional and physical reactions include:
😞 Emotional Symptoms:
✔ Intense sadness, loneliness, or emptiness
✔ Feelings of guilt, regret, or self-blame
✔ Anger or frustration at the loss or the circumstances surrounding it
✔ Anxiety or fear about the future without your loved one
🛑 Physical Symptoms:
✔ Fatigue, exhaustion, or lack of energy
✔ Changes in sleep patterns (insomnia or oversleeping)
✔ Loss of appetite or overeating
✔ Headaches, muscle tension, or a weakened immune system
🤯 Behavioral & Cognitive Symptoms:
✔ Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
✔ Withdrawal from social activities and relationships
✔ Seeking reminders of the lost loved one (visiting places, looking at old photos)
✔ Questioning life’s meaning or purpose
Types of Grief
Grief can take many forms, and understanding it can help in the healing process:
🔹 Anticipatory Grief – Feeling grief before a loss occurs (e.g., terminal illness of a loved one).
🔹 Complicated Grief – When grief becomes prolonged and interferes with daily life.
🔹 Disenfranchised Grief – When a loss is not socially acknowledged (e.g., loss of a pet, miscarriage, or estranged loved one).
🔹 Collective Grief – Shared grief after a community or global tragedy (e.g., natural disasters, pandemics).
How Grief Counseling Can Help
Our Grief & Loss Counseling Program focuses on:
✔ Processing Emotions – Providing a safe space to express and explore your feelings.
✔ Coping Strategies – Teaching healthy ways to manage sadness, anxiety, and stress.
✔ Honoring Your Loved One – Helping you find meaningful ways to celebrate their life.
✔ Adjusting to Life Changes – Supporting you in rebuilding routines and finding purpose.
✔ Reducing Isolation – Encouraging social connections and support networks.
✔ Managing Complicated Grief – Addressing prolonged or overwhelming grief that interferes with daily life.
