Lifebulb’s grief counseling in Philadelphia, PA helps you rebuild your life after a loss and move through the stages of grief in a way that honors and memorializes your loved ones. Grieving doesn’t mean forgetting. Our grief and loss counselors are in the Philadelphia area and can offer in-person or online grief counseling sessions, so you can start healing from wherever you’re at.
The brain wraps its sense of self around another person. When we say “sibling”, “friend”, or “parent”, we’re implying two people. So if it feels like you lost a part of yourself, it’s because your brain is actively trying to figure out how to exist without that person.
Grief is a learning process. Your brain is relearning how it can interact with the world now that your person isn’t in it. Like all learning processes, this takes time.
Grief amps up the emotional intensity to things. If you’ve ever experienced a normal life event and found yourself having a disproportionate emotional reaction, that’s grief trying to cope with your new reality.
Grief takes up your entire brain. Neuroimages (pictures of our brain’s activity) show that multiple parts of the brain are involved in the grieving process. So everything from memory to empathy to regulating our heart rate is impacted by grief.
Most grief passes through five basic stages. Some people, however, get stuck in one of these stages of grief and are unable to let go of their loss, a mental health issue called complicated grief. The five stages of grief are:
If grieving is normal, when do you know you’ve hit complicated grief and should reach out? The expert grief counselors in Philadelphia recommend reaching out to an in-person or online grief counseling session if you are experiencing:
Grieving is a deeply personal process where everyone copes at their own speed and in their own way. Modern models of grief even say it's not a straightforward, one-way street, but rather a complex, fluid journey. In Philadelphia, our grief counselors believe in customizing each therapy session to your unique needs. They often use these methods:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
In grief counseling with CBT in Philadelphia, a grief counselor will help you recognize persistent negative thoughts and decide if they have value. If not, they will teach you ways to dismantle that thinking pattern. This technique proves especially beneficial for those struggling with complicated grief and individuals who feel trapped in their mourning journey.
Start Healing From GriefInterpersonal Relationship Therapy
Grief can pull you away from your loved ones and isolate yourself. But being around a support group is one of the most powerful ways to heal from complicated grief. Interpersonal relationship therapy for grief counseling helps you strengthen your relationships and lean on them for support.
Start Healing From GriefGrief Support Group in Philadelphia
Grief is a universal experience, and it can help to talk to others who understand. Lifebulb’s grief support groups in Philadelphia are for anyone who is grieving. You don’t need to be receiving individual grief counseling sessions to attend. Give us a call for more information and join a grief support group in Philadelphia today.
Start Healing From GriefGrief counseling for kids
Children aren't immune to grief, although they do process it differently. Helping your child grieve healthily is important to their development, and grief therapy for kids in Philadelphia can support you. Grief therapy for kids uses techniques like art therapy and play therapy that connect with your child on their level.
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Grief is all-encompassing, and our grief counselors in Philadelphia want to make sure you have the tools to stay afloat in the currents of grief or complicated grief. While therapy is always a helpful and useful tool, it’s important to practice good coping mechanisms as well. If you are grieving, here are some tips to keep in mind:
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Mental health is just as important as physical health, and seeking professional help can sometimes be necessary to tackle life's challenges. Lifebulb Therapy & Counseling in Philadelphia, PA offers a wide range of mental health services to help individuals overcome their struggles. Our services include but not limited to:
If you are searching for a supportive and empathetic counseling team, look no further than Lifebulb Counseling.
There are several options to book an appointment for counseling in Philadelphia. You can call our office and talk to a team member who will find a licensed therapist for you. We’ll look over your insurance information and go over a few simple policies before emailing you a confirmation of your session date and time. Or, you can review our list of expert therapists in Philadelphia to find one that you think would be best for you and then you can select a session time all from our website. We will reach out shortly to confirm your appointment details.
Taking the step to reach out to a therapist takes courage, and it can be disheartening to take that leap and then spend weeks or months on a waitlist. We believe in connecting you with a therapist quickly, so we’ve made the process as easy as possible. If you know what you’re looking for, you can browse our Philadelphia therapists’ bios to find the right fit for you and schedule a session for teletherapy all through our website. Or, you can call our office and a team member will make sure you’re matched with the right therapist for you and your goals. Choosing the right therapist is important—they’ll be the ones to come up with an individualized treatment plan and help you reach your mental healthcare goals.
For all mental health emergencies, please call 911. Lifebulb is not a crisis center and our therapists and counselors do not provide emergency services. However, we understand that urgent, non emergency matters happen. All clients are given direct email and phone access to their Philadelphia therapist, who will do their best to respond as quickly as possible. If your treatment plan requires more frequent interactions, your therapist can provide you with outside resources.
We have a flexible cancellation policy. Call our office or reach out to your therapist at least 24 hours before your therapy session time to cancel or reschedule any appointment at no cost.
Maintaining your privacy is a serious matter. Lifebulb is considered a covered entity under HIPAA guidelines, which means we are subject to all HIPAA rules and regulations. If you have any questions (or recommendations) about our privacy and security practices, we want to help. Contact us at privacy@lifebulb.com.
No, Lifebulb never records online therapy sessions and always uses a secure line.
Yes! Lifebulb believes in affordable therapy. We accept most major commercial insurance plans and offer an affordable self-pay rate. For more information, call our team.
