Navigating loss with compassion, dignity, and support
Grief is one of the most natural human experiences—and one of the most difficult to navigate alone. Whether you're mourning a loved one, a relationship, a dream, or a version of yourself, grief can impact every part of your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
What Is Grief?
Grief is the emotional response to any significant loss, not just death. In a culture that often encourages people to “get over it,” many feel isolated, confused, or even ashamed of their  emotions. But grief is not something to fix or rush—it is something to be witnessed, supported, and honored.
While the death of a loved one is often the most recognized form of grief, loss comes in many shapes and forms. Each type is valid and deserving of support.
Types of loss we support
Grief is not only about who or what you lost—it’s about how deeply that loss affects your sense of connection, safety, and identity.
- Death of a loved one (partner, parent, child, friend, or pet)
- Complicated grief after sudden, traumatic, or prolonged illness or loss
- Pregnancy loss, miscarriage, or infertility
- End of a relationship (divorce, breakup, or loss of friendship)
- Estrangement from family or chosen community
- Loss of a dream, career, identity, or future you envisioned
- Loss of health, mobility, or sense of self due to illness or injury
- Reproductive grief and challenges with family-building
- Intergenerational grief from systemic trauma or family dysfunction
- Ambiguous grief (when a person is still alive, but no longer present emotionally or mentally)
What does grief feel like?
Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and it certainly doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some days feel like a tidal wave, while others pass with quiet numbness. You may feel
- Overwhelming sadness or frequent tears
- Emotional numbness or detachment
- Anger, guilt, or regret
- Loneliness and isolation
- Changes in appetite or sleep
- Difficulty concentrating or functioning
- Yearning, longing, or intrusive memories
- Unexpected moments of joy, gratitude, or peace
- A sense of disconnection from others—or an intense desire to be near them
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Grief that goes beyond death
At Ubuntu, we also work with clients navigating non-death losses that are often minimized by others
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- Relationship Grief: The end of a romantic relationship—even one you chose to end—can bring heartbreak, confusion, relief, and sadness all at once. Especially in cases involving betrayal, trauma, or co-parenting, the grieving process can be complex and painful.
- Family Estrangement: Choosing to end a relationship with a parent, sibling, or relative can be incredibly painful—even when it’s necessary for your emotional safety. You maybe grieving not only the relationship that was, but the one you never had and always hoped for.
- Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss & Infertility: These are often silent griefs, deeply personal and often misunderstood.You may feel disconnected from your body, overwhelmed with sorrow, or unsurehow to move forward. You deserve space to mourn without pressure or comparison.
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How grief therapy can help
Grief therapy at Ubuntu is a space where you can bring your full self—messy, numb, aching, hopeful, confused, or even laughing. Our role is not to "fix" your grief but to walk beside you, helping you
- Understand and validate your emotions
- Explore the meaning of your loss
- Learn tools to care for yourself emotionally and physically
- Find ways to honor your loss while staying grounded in the present
- Reconnect with yourself and the world around you
- Develop new rituals, roles, and identity after the loss
- Reimagine your life while carrying the memory of what was
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Ubuntu Psychological Services works collaboratively with families, schools, and employers to help implement these supports. A formal diagnosis of ADHD can open the door to supportive accommodations at school and work:
Grieve with compassion, not shame
At Ubuntu Psychological Services, our grief therapy is grounded in compassion, dignity, and deep cultural understanding. We offer a safe place to mourn without pressure, to speak freely without judgment, and to discover that moving forward does not mean forgetting.