Grief Counseling
Supporting You Through Loss—With Compassion and Care
Grief is one of the most human experiences—and also one of the most difficult. Whether you’ve lost a loved one, experienced a major life change, or are navigating ambiguous or collective loss, your pain is real and valid. You don’t have to go through it alone.
At Rochester Therapy Center, we offer compassionate, nonjudgmental grief counseling in Rochester, Minnesota. Our experienced therapists help individuals, couples, and families process their loss, manage the emotional weight of grief, and find healing in their own time.
What Is Grief Therapy?
Grief therapy, also known as bereavement counseling, is a form of talk therapy that helps you cope with the emotional, physical, and psychological impact of loss.
Loss can take many forms:
- Death of a spouse, child, parent, or friend
- Loss of a pet
- Miscarriage or fertility struggles
- Divorce, breakup, or separation
- Loss of a job, role, or identity
- Medical diagnoses or changes in physical health
- Traumatic or sudden loss
- Grief from global events or collective trauma
No matter what you’re grieving, your story matters. Therapy can give you the space, structure, and support to move through grief in a way that feels right for you.
When to Seek Grief Counseling
Everyone grieves differently. Some people need support right away, while others seek therapy months—or even years—after a loss. There is no “right” timeline.
However, grief counseling may be especially helpful if you are:
- Feeling stuck in overwhelming sadness, guilt, or anger
- Avoiding your grief or feeling emotionally numb
- Struggling to function at work, home, or school
- Experiencing physical symptoms like fatigue or insomnia
- Battling anxiety, panic, or depression related to the loss
- Facing a loss that is traumatic, sudden, or complicated
- Trying to support a grieving child or family member
- Feeling disconnected from others or isolated in your pain
Whether your grief is fresh or long-standing, therapy can help you honor your loss while slowly rebuilding your life.
Our Approach to Grief Therapy
At Rochester Therapy Center, we know that grief is not something you “fix.” It’s something you learn to carry—with more peace, meaning, and resilience over time.
Our grief therapists create a warm, safe, and accepting space where you can talk freely, cry openly, or just sit in silence—without pressure or judgment.
We tailor our work to your needs using evidence-based and compassionate approaches, including:
- Person-Centered Grief Counseling – Allowing you to lead the process in your own time
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – To address grief-related anxiety, guilt, or negative thought patterns
- Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques – To calm the body and mind
- Narrative Therapy – To explore your connection to your loved one and the meaning of your loss
- Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT) – For those experiencing prolonged or traumatic grief
- Support for Faith-Based or Spiritual Grieving – Honoring your beliefs and rituals
- Family or Couples Sessions – To navigate shared grief or different grieving styles
Grief Therapy for Children and Teens
Kids and teens often grieve differently than adults. They may not have the words to express how they feel—or they might act out, withdraw, or seem “fine” on the surface while struggling inside.
Our therapists provide age-appropriate grief counseling for children and adolescents, using techniques like:
- Play therapy and expressive arts
- Emotion coaching and mindfulness
- Family sessions to support grieving together
- Gentle, honest conversations about death or loss
If your child has lost a parent, grandparent, sibling, or pet—or is grieving a divorce or move—we’re here to help them feel safe and supported.
What to Expect in Grief Counseling
Your grief is unique. There’s no checklist or timetable for how healing should happen.
In your sessions, you can expect to:
- Share your story in your own words, without judgment
- Explore your emotions—sadness, anger, confusion, guilt, numbness
- Find ways to stay connected to the person or thing you’ve lost
- Identify what’s helping you—and what might be holding you back
- Rebuild your identity and life around the loss, one step at a time
We’re not here to rush you. We’re here to walk alongside you, whether you need a few sessions or long-term support.
Our Rochester, MN Grief Therapists Are Here for You
Losing someone or something meaningful can leave you feeling untethered. Therapy can offer a steady presence, a place to land, and a path forward.
At Rochester Therapy Center, you’ll find:
🌿 Licensed Grief Counselors trained in trauma and loss
🌿 Inclusive, Safe, Nonjudgmental Space
🌿 Support for Individuals, Couples, and Families
🌿 Both In-Person and Virtual Appointments Available
🌿 Located Conveniently in Rochester, Minnesota
Frequently Asked Questions About Grief Therapy
Q: How long does grief therapy take?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Some people find comfort after a few sessions, while others benefit from longer-term support. We’ll collaborate to create a plan that works for you.
Q: Will therapy take my pain away?
No one can remove your grief—but therapy can help you carry it with more peace, strength, and support.
Q: What if I’m not ready to talk?
That’s okay. Therapy is a space where you can come as you are—even if you’re silent, numb, or uncertain. Your readiness guides the pace.
Begin Healing from Grief—One Conversation at a Time
You don’t have to face grief alone. Whether your loss is recent or long ago, therapy can help you honor what you’ve lost and find light in the darkness.
📞 Call Rochester Therapy Center today at 507.926.3033 or schedule a session online to get started.
You are not alone. Healing is possible. Let’s take the first step together.