Loss is a deeply personal experience, and grief can affect every aspect of your life—emotionally, physically, and mentally. Whether you're mourning the loss of a loved one, facing the end of a relationship, adjusting to life changes, or struggling with career-related grief, spiritual loss, or professional burnout, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Grief and loss extend far beyond the death of a loved one. Loss can take many forms, each carrying its own emotional weight and challenges. Whether it’s a major life transition, a shift in identity, or the end of something meaningful, grief can surface in unexpected ways. At Freedom Support Services, we recognize that loss is deeply personal and affects every individual differently. No matter what type of loss you’re experiencing, we provide a safe and supportive space to process your emotions and begin healing.
Types of Loss That May Lead to Grief:
Death of a loved one (family, friend, or pet)
Divorce or the end of a significant relationship
Loss of a job, career, or professional identity
Miscarriage, infertility, or pregnancy loss
Loss of a home or forced relocation
Loss of independence due to illness, injury, or disability
Retirement and the transition away from a lifelong career
Loss of friendships or social connections
Loss of faith, spiritual crisis, or religious disillusionment
Loss of a dream, goal, or life plan that didn’t come to fruition
Loss of financial security or major financial hardship
Loss of trust due to betrayal or a traumatic event
Loss of identity during major life transitions (e.g., becoming a caregiver, parent, or empty nester)
Loss of a sense of safety after a traumatic experience
Loss of a community or cultural connection due to immigration or displacement
Grieving changes in a loved one due to dementia, addiction, or mental illness
Loss of a personal role or responsibility (e.g., stepping down from leadership)
Loss of a mentor, teacher, or influential figure in your life
Loss experienced by healthcare professionals, first responders, or clergy due to compassion fatigue and workplace grief
No matter what type of loss you’re facing, grief counseling can help you **process your emotions, find meaning, and begin to move forward** in a way that honors your experience.
At Freedom Support Services, we provide compassionate grief counseling to help you process loss in a way that honors your experience while helping you move forward with healing and hope Our counselors support professionals, caregivers, and students who are balancing personal loss with demanding responsibilities, offering a space to process emotions without judgment.
Signs You May Benefit from Grief Counseling:
Intense sadness, numbness, or emotional overwhelm after a loss
Difficulty concentrating or functioning in daily life
Feelings of guilt, regret, or unresolved emotions
Physical symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, or body aches tied to grief
Struggling with spiritual questions or loss of faith after a death or major life change
Avoiding reminders of the loss or feeling stuck in the grieving process
Workplace grief due to loss of colleagues, patients, or career changes
How Grief Counseling Can Help:
Provide a safe space to express and process your emotions
Help you navigate complicated grief and loss-related anxiety or depression
Offer faith-based support for those struggling spiritually after loss
Teach coping strategies to balance grief with daily life and responsibilities
Support professionals dealing with compassion fatigue and workplace grief
Help you find ways to honor your loss while moving forward with purpose
We offer in-person counseling in Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Radford, and Roanoke, as well as virtual sessions statewide, including Richmond, Alexandria, Fairfax, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach. Most major healthcare plans are accepted, with affordable options available for those without insurance.
Grief doesn’t have to be a journey you take alone. Schedule a session today and let us help you find comfort, healing, and renewed strength.
