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About

Grief is the term that describes our reaction to loss—and for any two people, that reaction will vary. We all grieve differently. Some turn grief inward or feel uncomfortable sharing our emotions, choosing to isolate and handle it all alone. Others feel conflicting emotions about loss, such as relief as a loved one is released from prolonged suffering. Others experience an unmanageable grief that outlives the customary or “normal” mourning period.

Death is not the only event that qualifies as a “grievable” loss. Grief can also arise from the loss of a relationship, a job, a change in physical capabilities, moving, and many other life events. Counseling can help you address your emotional responses, develop healthy and progressive coping strategies, and work with you to take steps towards acceptance, on your time.

Signs and Symptoms

  • sadness
  • paranoia
  • "searching" for loved one
  • cycling thinking patterns
  • nightmares
  • change in appetite

How does Lifeologie help?

Discuss your concerns with our intake specialists.

When you reach out to a Lifeologie, you’ll be connected with one of our Intake Specialists. In a “call center?” No way. Our specialists are each located in their local Lifeologie office and know the counselors well. Their entire job is to learn about you and what you’re looking for and to match you with the counselor who will be the very best fit for your needs and preferences.

Find a counselor that is passionate about helping you reach your mental health goals.

Our counselors are literally the cream of the crop. We get hundreds of applications every year to intern and work at our offices. Lifeologists are counselors, life coaches and overall wellness advocates who are experts and specialists in their craft. At the intern level, they have set themselves apart as incredible learners and collaborators, chasing after the highest-level trainings in the field. From EMDR to nutrition coaching to brain spotting and addiction specialists, we have you covered. Once you enter a Lifeologie office, you’ll find that we’ve carefully curated the environment to feel modern, comfortable and inviting. Counseling at Lifeologie is not your typical counseling experience – in any way.

Receive continuous support and guidance as you go on your mental health journey.

Your counselor at Lifeologie will meet you wherever you are, whether you’re just starting in counseling for the first time ever… or returning to a life-long counseling journey after a brief break. Your Lifeologist will partner with you to meet your goals. As you learn and grow, we can help you focus on overall wellness through mindfulness practices such as Psychotherapeutic Yoga or mindful eating. Wherever you are, we can come alongside and help you move forward!

Meet our specialists

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about lifeologie

Lifeologie Institute was founded in 2000 with one goal in mind — to bring a fresh, innovative approach to the everyday problems of life. Creative solutions to stuck problems. With our unique multi-specialty, collaborative approach, Lifeologie helps individuals and families heal their wounds and break out of old, unhealthy patterns.