Frequently Asked Questions

There's no perfect answer because grief shows up differently for everyone. You might find yourself here if you're feeling stuck in your sadness, anger, or confusion after a loss. Maybe you're going through the motions of daily life but feeling disconnected from yourself or others. Here's what I want you to know: you don't have to wait until you're "bad enough" to reach out. If you're wondering whether counselling might help, that curiosity itself is worth exploring. You deserve support that gets the full picture of who you are and what you're going through.

I wish I could give you a neat timeline, but grief doesn't work that way. Some people find relief and new ways of coping in a few months. Others benefit from longer support as they work through complex losses. Most people start feeling some shift in how they're managing within the first few sessions. We'll check in regularly about how things are feeling for you, and you're always in charge of when you're ready to space out sessions or take a break.

The first session is mostly about getting to know each other and helping you feel comfortable. I'll ask about what brought you to therapy and what you're hoping for from our work together. We'll talk a bit about your loss and get an overall picture of your life. You don't have to share everything right away. Most importantly, this session is for you to get a feel for whether we might be a good match.

Initial & Subsequent Individual Counselling Session (50 min) $165 Initial & Subsequent Couples Counselling Session (50 min) $185 Payment will be processed at the time of your session and a receipt will be provided. Receipts can be submitted to extended health benefits if you have coverage for counselling by a Registered Social Worker (RSW).

We hope to offer you the best service. Please provide 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Any appointment that is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will be subject to the full session fee.

Think of me as someone who walks alongside you during one of life's most difficult experiences. I'm here to listen without judgment to whatever you're carrying. Together, we'll explore what grief looks like for you, because it's different for everyone. I'll offer you tools and ways of thinking that might help, but you get to decide what feels useful. Most importantly, I'm here to remind you that your grief is valid, your feelings make sense, and you don't have to figure this out alone.

Yes and no. Grief counselling uses many of the same skills and approaches as other therapy, but it's focused on the specific experience of loss. In grief counselling, we spend time understanding what you've lost and how that loss ripples through your life. We also pay special attention to how grief shows up in your body, your daily routines, and your relationships. The goal isn't to "get over" your grief but to find ways to live with it that feel manageable and meaningful.

Yes, it can make a real difference, though not in the way some people expect. Grief counselling won't take your pain away or bring back what you've lost. What it can do is help you feel less isolated in your grief and give you tools for the hardest moments. Research shows that grief counselling helps people process their emotions and develop healthy coping strategies. The relationship you build with your therapist matters a lot. When you feel truly seen and understood, that connection itself becomes part of the healing.

Absolutely. Online grief therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions for many people. The advantage is you can access support from your own space, which some people find comforting when they're grieving. You also have more options for finding a therapist who understands your community. The most important thing is that you feel connected to your therapist and comfortable sharing. If online feels right for you, it can be a powerful way to get support through your grief.