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Complex Grief & Loss
Am I suffering from complex grief?
Do you feel stuck between what was and what is? Have you experienced a loss that reshaped your entire world? Does the pain consume you? Has it happened more than once? That loss could be a loved one, a career, or even a way of life.
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If you are struggling to readjust to the new reality left behind, you could be suffering from complex grief.
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Experiencing complex grief means you may struggle to adapt to your new reality. The loss can feel so overwhelming that it becomes challenging to envision or create a new sense of normalcy. An intense preoccupation with the lost person, job, or lifestyle can hinder your ability to engage in daily activities and relationships.
Complex grief can present as deep, unrelenting sadness that can feel consuming. You may not feel relief even as time passes. Sadness can be hidden in feelings of anger toward oneself, others, or even the person who has passed. You may feel guilt about things left unsaid or actions not taken. Avoiding situations, people, or activities that remind you of the loss can be a coping mechanism, but it can also prevent you from engaging with life and moving forward. Withdrawing from social interactions and isolating oneself is common. The desire to be alone or the difficulty in engaging with others can lead to further feelings of loneliness. Persistent sadness and stress can lead to chronic fatigue, affecting your energy levels and overall well-being. Difficulty sleeping or experiencing frequent nightmares related to the loss can exacerbate feelings of distress and hinder recovery. Recognizing and validating your grief is crucial. It is important to understand that complex grief is a real and challenging condition and help is available.
How can trauma therapy help me adjust and rediscover quality of life?
What can I do to enjoy life in the present? Understanding and addressing complex grief involves recognizing its distinct characteristics and finding ways to navigate the overwhelming pain and re-adjust to a new reality.
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​Trauma processing will help you to accept that grief is a natural and valid response to loss. Trauma therapy will provide space to feel and express your emotions without judgment, recognizing that it’s normal to experience a wide range of feelings can help alleviate the burden of guilt or self-criticism.
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Trauma therapy aims to transform grief from pain to peace, creating space to be happy and find enjoyment in this new chapter of life. With the right tools, it is possible to feel happiness and joy again. ​
Trauma therapy will assist you to make sense of your grief. It will guide you in exploring your emotional responses and the memories associated with your loss. By using techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), you can reframe distorted thoughts and beliefs about the loss, which can alleviate feelings of guilt or self-blame. Trauma processing provides tools to actively work through the intense emotions and challenges associated with loss and find a new sense of fulfillment and joy in life. This process can be deeply personal and unique to each individual. Trauma therapy provides a structured and supportive environment for you to process complex grief. Trauma therapy offers tools and strategies to navigate intense emotions and promotes healing by helping you discover purpose and resilience in the aftermath of your loss. Through this therapeutic process, you can gradually reclaim your sense of self and embrace the present.
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