Bedrock Psychology Group is a psychologist-led therapy practice in Northbrook, Illinois providing grief counseling for adults coping with loss, bereavement, and life transitions across Chicago, throughout Illinois, and online across most PSYPACT states.
Grief and Loss Counseling
Improved connection with support systems and a reduction in the sense of isolation.
The ability to honor your loss while slowly re-engaging with your present life.
A deeper understanding of the grieving process and effective tools to manage triggers. strategies to manage them.
then we can help you experience:
Social withdrawal or feeling like others "don't get it."
Difficulty accepting the reality of the loss.
Persistent feelings of emptiness, numbness, or yearning.
if you are currently navigating:
Stuckness: Feeling unable to move past the initial shock, even months or years later (Complicated Grief).
Irritability or Anger: Feeling a sense of injustice or frustration toward the world, others, or even the person who is gone. When grief manifests as persistent anger or irritability, anger management therapy can provide additional tools for processing those emotions.
Physical Exhaustion: Persistent fatigue, "brain fog," or changes in sleep and appetite caused by emotional stress.
Loss of Purpose: Feeling that life no longer holds meaning or joy without what was lost.
Feelings of Guilt or Regret: Constantly dwelling on "what ifs" or things left unsaid.
Intense Longing: A preoccupation with the deceased or the circumstances of the loss that prevents daily functioning.
signs it may be time to seek help
Grief is a natural, albeit painful, response to losing someone or something significant. It is not a linear process with a clear end date; rather, it is a complex emotional journey that affects your mind, body, and spirit. While everyone experiences loss, when the pain becomes so persistent that it clouds your ability to function or feel "normal," specialized grief counseling can provide the structure needed to heal. Prolonged grief that goes unaddressed can develop into clinical depression, making early support an important part of the healing process.
what is grief?
about grief counseling
Grief counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental container where you can process the "unfinished business" of loss. We utilize evidence-based approaches—including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and meaning-making strategies—to help you integrate the loss into your life story rather than just trying to "get over it."
how does it work?
It affords you the permission to grieve on your own terms. It gives you the tools to handle "anniversary reactions" and holiday triggers, helping you regain a sense of agency over your life. With the right support, you can learn to carry your grief without it crushing you.
what does this afford you?
If you’re feeling weighed down by persistent sadness, hopelessness, or a sense of disconnection from life, therapy for grief could make a real difference. Whether you're struggling to get through each day or feel lost in your emotions, therapy offers a safe space to explore your feelings and learn coping strategies that can help you heal and regain control of your life. Individual therapy provides the one-on-one space needed to process grief at your own pace, without judgment or time pressure.
Who would benefit?
Specialized Bereavement Support
