Grief is one of the most universal human experiences — and one of the most isolating. Whether you're mourning the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a job, or a version of your life you expected to have, grief deserves real support. At Evans Counseling Group, our licensed grief therapists help individuals process loss, find meaning, and move forward without having to do it alone.
What Is Grief Therapy?
Grief therapy is a supportive, evidence-based approach that helps people process loss while learning to adapt to life after significant change.
Although grief is most often associated with the death of a loved one, it can also follow divorce, the end of a relationship, serious illness, infertility, miscarriage, job loss, major life transitions, or any experience that changes the life you expected.
Everyone experiences grief differently. Some people feel sadness, while others experience anxiety, anger, guilt, numbness, confusion, or difficulty concentrating.
There is no "right" timeline for grief, and healing doesn't mean forgetting the person or experience you've lost.
Grief Therapy May Be Helpful If:
• You're struggling after the death of a loved one.
• A recent loss has made daily life feel overwhelming.
• Your grief feels as intense as it did months or years ago.
• You feel stuck between sadness, guilt, anger, or regret.
• You're having difficulty returning to work, school, or relationships.
• You've experienced multiple losses or major life changes.
• You want support as you learn to move forward while honoring your loss.
How Does Grief Therapy Work?
Grief therapy provides a safe space to process painful emotions while helping you adjust to life after loss. Rather than trying to "move on," therapy helps you find healthy ways to carry your grief while continuing to build a meaningful life.
Your therapist will begin by understanding your unique experience, including your relationship with what you've lost, your current challenges, and your goals for therapy. Together, you'll explore the emotions, memories, and changes that have come with your loss.
Depending on your unique needs, your therapist may incorporate one or more evidence-based approaches, including:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns that may develop after a loss.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you make room for painful emotions while moving toward a meaningful life.
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Mindfulness-based interventions to increase emotional awareness, reduce overwhelm, and help you stay grounded in the present.
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EMDR Therapy, when appropriate, to help process traumatic or distressing memories related to loss.
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Other evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique goals, experiences, and healing process.
Healing doesn't mean forgetting. Many people find that, over time, grief becomes less overwhelming, allowing them to remember what they've lost with more peace, connection, and acceptance.
What Can You Expect During Grief Therapy?
Grief therapy isn't about rushing the healing process or telling you when you should "feel better." Instead, it offers a compassionate space where your experiences are heard, validated, and respected without judgment.
Your therapist will help you process the emotions surrounding your loss while supporting you as you adjust to the changes it has brought into your life. Some sessions may focus on talking through memories and emotions, while others may emphasize practical coping skills, rebuilding routines, navigating relationships, or finding ways to care for yourself during difficult moments.
Every person's grief is different, and your treatment will be tailored to your unique experiences, needs, and goals. Whether your loss is recent or happened years ago, therapy can help you move toward healing while honoring the importance of what you've lost.
Why Do People Choose Grief Therapy?
Everyone experiences loss differently. While some people gradually adjust with the support of family and friends, others find that grief begins affecting their daily life in ways they didn't expect. Therapy provides additional support when grief feels overwhelming, isolating, or difficult to navigate alone.
Many people seek grief therapy because they feel stuck between sadness, anger, guilt, anxiety, or loneliness. Others struggle with major life changes following a loss, difficulty reconnecting with daily activities, or worry that they should be "over it" by now. There is no deadline for grief, and asking for support is never a sign of weakness.
Grief therapy offers a place where you don't have to carry the weight of your loss by yourself. With the guidance of an experienced therapist, many people discover healthier ways to process their emotions, adjust to life's changes, and find hope without letting go of the people or experiences that matter most.
Find theRight Grief Therapist in Denver
At Evans Counseling Group, our therapists help children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigate grief in all its forms, including the loss of loved ones, divorce, illness, pregnancy loss, major life transitions, and other significant changes. We provide grief therapy from our Cherry Creek and Denver Highlands offices, as well as secure telehealth appointments throughout Colorado.
Finding the right therapist is an important part of the healing process. Every clinician on our team brings their own experience, personality, and therapeutic approach, allowing us to match you with someone who fits your unique needs and goals.
Whether you're looking for support after a recent loss or working through grief that has stayed with you for years, we're here to help.
Meet Our Grief Specialists
The therapists featured below have experience helping clients navigate grief, loss, and major life transitions with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. Explore their profiles to find the clinician who feels like the best fit for your healing journey.
Common Questions About Grief Therapy
What is grief therapy?
Grief therapy is a specialized form of counseling that helps individuals process loss and navigate the emotional, physical, and relational impact of grief. A grief therapist provides a safe, consistent space to express and work through loss at your own pace.
How long does grief therapy take?
It varies depending on the person and the nature of the loss. Some people find significant relief in a few months of weekly sessions; others benefit from longer-term support. Your therapist will discuss a plan with you from the start — there's no pressure to grieve on a timeline.
What is complicated grief?
Complicated grief — sometimes called prolonged grief disorder — occurs when grief feels stuck or intensifies over time rather than gradually easing. A grief therapist can help identify and address complicated grief with specialized approaches.
Are there grief support groups in Denver?
Yes. Evans Counseling Group accepts most major insurance plans including Medicaid. Contact us to verify your specific coverage for grief counseling.
Contact Evans Counseling Group today to get matched with an anxiety therapist who's the right fit for you.
Why Choose Evans Counseling Group for Grief Therapy?
Healing from loss takes time, and having the right support can make a meaningful difference. At Evans Counseling Group, we understand that every person's grief is unique. Our therapists provide compassionate, individualized care that honors your experience while helping you find healthy ways to move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
We work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families experiencing many forms of grief and loss. With offices in Cherry Creek and Denver Highlands, secure telehealth appointments throughout Colorado, and acceptance of most major insurance plans including Medicaid, we strive to make quality grief therapy accessible when you need it most.
Whether you're coping with the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a life transition, or another significant loss, we're here to help you find support, healing, and hope.
Serving Clients Throughout Denver and Colorado
Evans Counseling Group provides anxiety therapy from our Cherry Creek and Denver Highlands offices, as well as secure telehealth sessions throughout Colorado. Many of our clients come from Cherry Creek, Washington Park, Capitol Hill, Highlands, Sloan's Lake, Park Hill, Glendale, and surrounding Denver communities.
Whether you're experiencing generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, health anxiety, or chronic stress, our team is here to help you better understand your anxiety, build practical coping skills, and regain confidence in your daily life