Nobody Should Grieve Their First Significant Loss Alone

I Can Help You Through This Difficult Time

Death changes everything

You probably saw death from afar when you were younger. Maybe it was a relative, a neighbor, or a teacher who died. You knew that death brought sadness to people, but you never really internalized it.  

It wasn’t yours.

Death belonged to other people.

Losing someone you love is heartbreaking

  • Your spouse might die

  • You could lose your sibling

  • Your parents could die unexpectedly or after a long illness

  • You could lose your child

  • You could become a widow or widower ahead of your time

  • Your best friend could die

When we experience deep losses like these, life comes crashing down. It can feel sad, tragic, unfair, and traumatic.

Because of the protocols of pandemic life, you may find yourself alone with your loss, trying to make sense of what doesn’t make sense. A grief counselor can help you process this loss and feel less alone.

You May Have Questions Like These:

  • Because it is. When grief enters your life for the first time, especially through the loss of someone close, it can completely upend your sense of reality. You’re not weak or doing it wrong—you’re just facing something that no one is ever fully prepared for. Grief counseling can offer an anchor in this storm, helping you understand what you're feeling and why.

  • There’s no perfect way to grieve, but there are ways to move through it that feel more supported and less isolating. A grief counselor can help you find language for your loss, process emotions as they come, and develop healthy ways to cope—at your pace, and in your way.

  • Yes, completely. Grief is unpredictable. You might feel numb, exhausted, furious, even oddly peaceful—sometimes all in the same day. Working with a grief counselor gives you a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and make sense of those shifts, and to feel a little less alone in the chaos.

  • Grief creates a kind of invisible separation between you and the world—especially if the people around you haven’t been through a similar loss. Counseling offers a space where you don’t have to explain or perform. Just be you. Raw, sad, angry, quiet—you’re welcome as you are.

  • That kind of loss is devastating, and it's okay to say it out loud. Counseling can’t take the pain away, but it can help you carry it. Over time, with support, you can begin to breathe again and build a life that honors what you’ve lost—without being consumed by it.

  • Yes. Grief affects every part of life—sleep, work, relationships, even how you see the future. There’s no going back to the way things were, but counseling can help you build a new kind of normal. One where you’re allowed to grieve and move forward.

  • That fear is real. Grief can feel like too much to hold alone. That’s where counseling helps—not by forcing you to feel everything all at once, but by creating space for small, manageable steps. You're never rushed. You're never judged. You're simply supported.

  • If you’re here reading this, there’s already something inside you that’s looking for support. Whether your loss happened yesterday or years ago, counseling is for anyone who wants a place to talk, cry, be quiet, or figure out how to live in a world that looks different now.

  • Grief counseling is a supportive, therapeutic space where you can process the loss of someone you love. It’s not about “fixing” grief—because grief isn’t a problem—it’s about helping you understand and navigate the emotional, mental, and physical impact of loss.

  • There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some people come for a few sessions to get grounded. Others benefit from ongoing support over months, especially after a sudden or traumatic loss. Together, we’ll create a pace and plan that feels right for you.

  • Sessions are customized to you, but generally involve talking about your loss, how it’s affecting your life, and exploring your thoughts and emotions. We might also use creative tools, mindfulness practices, or memory work to help you process and cope. It’s okay if you cry. It’s okay if you don’t.

  • No—grief counseling is helpful at any point after a loss, whether it happened last week or decades ago. Some people seek support long after a loss because they’ve realized their grief was never fully processed. It’s never too late.

  • You may start noticing subtle shifts: feeling more emotionally steady, less isolated, more self-aware, or better able to talk about your loved one. You might not cry less—but you may cry with more understanding. Progress in grief isn’t about “moving on,” but about moving forward with support.

You CAN survive this loss. Grief counseling can help.

I would like to thank you for all your help and insights. I literally couldn’t have done this grief journey alone. It’s been a year since my mother died and I survived, thanks to your guidance.

— 29-year-old man, grieving the loss of his mother

When my Dad was diagnosed with terminal cancer, I knew I was in trouble. He was my best friend. Working with you in the year before his death and afterward made all the difference in how I handled this huge first loss.

— 31-year-old woman, grieving the loss of her father

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Grief Is Universal. But That Doesn’t Make It Easy

Grief and loss are universal human experiences, an inevitable part of all of our lives.  Intellectually, we know that at some point or another, every living being will die.

And yet, we are never prepared to grieve someone we love.

Losing a loved one may well be one of the most daunting and difficult experiences you’ll ever confront.  

It’s important to seek support during this difficult time.

Tough Times Call for Gentle Support

Jill Cohen, is a nationally recognized Grief Counselor, trusted by the New York Times, Prevention, Bravo, and many other media outlets. With more than 15 years of experience, Jill knows how to help grievers to honor their loved ones and move forward into a new normal. Schedule a call to discuss how Jill can help you during this difficult time.