Grief and Loss Therapy in Bellevue, WA
When you're grieving, every day can feel overwhelming. Whether you've lost a loved one, experienced a significant life transition, or are facing the end of an important relationship, the weight of grief can make it difficult to function, connect with others, or imagine a path forward. At Bellevue Counseling, we provide compassionate, personalized grief and loss therapy to help you navigate this painful chapter and find healing at your own pace.
Our experienced team of therapists understands that grief is deeply personal and doesn't follow a predictable timeline. We create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process your emotions, honor your loss, and gradually rebuild a meaningful life—without pressure to "move on" before you're ready.
Understanding the Grief We Treat
Grief takes many forms, and we provide specialized support for all types of loss. Our Bellevue practice works with individuals, couples, and families navigating the death of loved ones, divorce or relationship endings, major life transitions, health-related losses, and the complex emotions that arise from any significant change or ending. Whether your loss is recent or occurred years ago, whether others recognize your grief or not, you deserve compassionate professional support.
We understand that grief doesn't follow a predictable path. Some days bring progress, while others feel overwhelming. Our therapists help you honor your unique grieving process without pressure to follow a specific timeline or meet anyone else's expectations of how you "should" be feeling.
Our Approach to Grief Therapy
At Bellevue Counseling, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all treatment. We tailor our approach to your specific needs, drawing from proven therapeutic modalities that have helped countless individuals and families heal from loss.
EMDR Therapy helps process traumatic elements of loss, particularly when a death was sudden or occurred under distressing circumstances. This approach is also valuable when current grief triggers unresolved trauma from past losses.
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy addresses unhelpful thought patterns that can complicate grief, such as excessive guilt, self-blame, or beliefs that prevent healthy mourning. We help you develop more balanced, compassionate perspectives while honoring the reality of your pain.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy recognizes that different parts of ourselves respond to loss in different ways. We help you understand these internal responses and integrate them so you can move through grief with greater harmony and self-compassion.
Our therapists are also trained to recognize and treat complicated grief—when intense grief symptoms persist and significantly impair daily functioning. We provide specialized support to help you find a path forward when you feel stuck in your grieving process.
What to Expect When You Work With Us
Your first session is a space to unpack what's been weighing on you. We'll listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions to understand your unique story, and ensure you feel comfortable with your therapist and our practice. There's no pressure to share more than you're ready for, and we'll work at a pace that feels right for you.
Together, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses your specific needs and honors how you grieve. We typically recommend consistent weekly sessions to provide steady support during this challenging time, with the flexibility to adjust frequency as your healing progresses. Throughout your care with us, we'll help you process emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and work toward goals that matter to you—whether that's managing overwhelming feelings, honoring your loss while rebuilding your life, or rediscovering meaning and connection.
Who We Serve
We provide grief and loss therapy for individuals ages 10 through 50 and beyond, as well as couples and families navigating loss together. We understand that grief looks different at different life stages and in different relational contexts. Whether you're supporting a grieving child, processing loss as a young adult, or facing the death of a parent in midlife, our therapists have the experience and compassion to meet you where you are.
We offer both in-person sessions at our Bellevue location and convenient online therapy options, allowing you to choose the format that best suits your needs and comfort level.
Signs You May Benefit from Grief Therapy
While grief is a natural response to loss, professional support can make a significant difference in your healing journey. Consider reaching out if you're struggling to function in daily life, feeling stuck in your grief even after significant time has passed, experiencing intense guilt or self-blame, finding that relationships are suffering because of your grief, or simply feeling like you need support even if you're "managing okay." You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy—many of our clients are functioning but feel lonely, lost, or like they're just going through the motions.
Why Choose Bellevue Counseling for Grief Therapy
When you're grieving, you need more than just clinical expertise—you need compassionate professionals who truly understand the weight of loss and can support you with both competence and care. Our team of experienced therapists brings specialized training in grief and trauma, along with genuine empathy for what you're experiencing.
We're known in the Bellevue community for our stellar administrative team that makes scheduling and coordination seamless, our professional and punctual approach to care, and our convenient location. Whether you prefer the comfort of in-person sessions or the flexibility of online therapy, we make it easy for you to access the support you need during this difficult time.
Begin Your Healing Journey Today
You don't have to navigate grief alone. Our compassionate team at Bellevue Counseling is here to support you through every stage of your healing journey with personalized care that honors your unique experience of loss.
Contact us today to learn more about our grief and loss therapy services or to schedule your first session. Our caring administrative team is ready to answer your questions about our approach, availability, and how we can best support you. Take the first step toward healing—reach out to Bellevue Counseling today.