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"There is no coming to consciousness without pain." Carl
Jung
GRIEF Grief occurs in response to the loss of someone or something. The loss may involve a loved one, a job, or
possibly a role (such as a student entering the workplace or an employee entering retirement). Anyone can experience grief
and loss.
Individuals are unique in how they experience this event. There are a variety of ways that individuals
respond to loss. Some are healthy coping mechanisms and some may hinder the grieving process. Acknowledging the grief (instead
of ignoring it) promotes the healing process. Time and support will also facilitate the grieving process, allowing an opportunity
to appropriately mourn this loss.
Factors that might hinder the healing process:
- Avoidance or minimization of one’s emotions.
- Use of alcohol or drugs to self-medicate.
- Burying
yourself in work to avoid your feelings.
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Trying to make sense of and to understand a sudden loss can be overwhelming. When someone you love
dies suddenly, unexpectedly or violently, the event of the death can leave you feeling alone, bewildered and overcome with
floods of grief. There was no time to say good-bye. There was no time to say, "I will always love you." A sudden and tragic loss shatters our sense of order and thrusts
us into a world forever changed. Survivors of sudden loss experience a greater sense of vulnerability and heightened anxiety.
The safe world we once knew no longer exists.
At some point in our lives, we
all must struggle with the painful experience of suddenly losing a loved one. I can provide a safe and supportive
environment to process your grief.
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Are You Seeking Counseling?
I am professional counselor, licensed by the State of Texas. If you are interested in meeting with me, I offer
a 30-minute free consultation. Studies suggest that the one of the most important healing factors in therapy is a good
personality match. We can use this time to talk about what's troubling you and see if I am the best person to fit your
needs. To schedule an appointment, please give me a call or send me an email. I'd like to help in any way that
I can.
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Tom Bolls, MA, LPC Psychotherapist 8500 North MoPac
Expressway #820 Austin, Texas 78759 (512) 468-7832 |
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Copyright 2011 Tom Bolls, Two Rivers Counseling
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