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Discover how starting therapy with a grief & loss counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Starting Grief & loss counseling

What type of counseling is needed when a person cannot get over the grief of losing a loved one?

Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Rock Hill, SC have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.

How does grief and loss counseling work?

Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Rock Hill, SC will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.

Signs I should seek grief counseling

If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.

What counseling theory is best for grief?

There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.

Is grief counseling conducted in person or online?

Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does grief counseling last?

For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.

Need more help deciding?

The loss of someone or something can be devastating.  It’s estimated that an average of 2.5 million people die annually.  Each passing leaves as many as five grieving people behind.  Approximately 1.5 million children in America have lost one or both of their biological parents.  Whether it’s the death of a loved one or the loss of something else, such as a career, a home, or a dream, anyone can experience grief.

Our careers are much more than just the way we earn an income. Our jobs often define how we view ourselves – and how others see us.  The loss of a job can create stress, self-esteem issues, depression, and (of course) grief.  Grief associated from job loss can extend into the next job, too.

Friends and family try to be helpful.  They mean well.  They say things like, “You’ll get over this,” “You’re just going through a rough patch,” or “Time heals all wounds.”

– But what if time doesn’t do what it’s supposed to do?

What Is Grief?

Grief is a natural response to a loss.  It’s important to recognize that “loss” can’t be isolated to a category or type of event.  Loss is experienced differently from person-to-person.  How we handle it, the time needed to work through it, and the type of support needed varies.

Grief can be powerful, leaving people feeling like they’re on an emotional roller coaster.  And although they’d like to exit the ride, they just can’t seem to make it stop long enough to get off.  Many people report feeling like they’re trapped in a vicious cycle, one they don’t know how to break, with seemingly no light at the end of the tunnel.  At times like these, the support of a trusted friend, loved one, or grief counselor can someone who’s dealing with grief or loss find hope.  (803) 368-6499.

How Does Grief Counseling Work?

In the same way that everyone experiences grief differently, people also heal from grief differently.  For some, the process is relatively brief. For others, it takes time to work through their grief.  Grief therapy is a process of recovering from a loss.  This recovery may have many sensitive pieces to sort through.  A licensed grief therapist can help you understand this new normal in your life help you work toward a higher level of understanding and acceptance.

Do I Need a Grief Counselor?

Many people have benefited from working with a Grief Counselor.  You may find that grief therapy can help you get back to living life after a death, tragedy, or loss of any kind.  You may benefit from grief counseling if you experience any of the following issues:

  • Panic attacks
  • Thoughts of hopelessness
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Loss of interest in routine tasks
  • Feelings of hopelessness
  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Over-sleeping/difficulty getting out of bed
  • Uncontrollable crying
  • Increased worry
  • You’ve experienced multiple losses in a brief time
  • Withdrawal from social interaction
  • Increased alcohol or drug use

Where Can I Get Grief Counseling?

If you’re dealing with grief, there’s hope for you – right now.  Call Thriveworks Grief Counseling in Rock Hill today to schedule an appointment with a fully licensed grief counselor.  Don’t wait another day to get the support you need to get through this difficult time. You deserve to live a happy and successful life.  Let a grief therapist in Rock Hill partner with you on this journey of healing and wellness.

Thriveworks Grief Counseling in Rock Hill offers convenient appointment times – day, evening, and weekend appointments.  We have no waiting list for appointments.  You can often get an appointment in as little as 24 hours.  Plus, we accept most major medical insurance. Getting grief help may be easier and more affordable than you once thought.  Call Thriveworks Grief Counseling in Rock Hill today! (803) 368-6499

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Rock Hill therapists and counselors accept 26 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Rock Hill
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Hear from our clients

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I have only had great appointments with Melissa. She CARES about her patients and LISTENS to my concerns and follows up at each appointment.
Read more I have only had great appointments with Melissa. She CARES about her patients and LISTENS to my concerns and follows up at each appointment.
Susan Feb 2024
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I have been having Having my counseling sessions with Melissa Pate for grief counseling. She has been fantastic helping me thru the grief process since my husbands passing. I never thought it would be so hard but with her help I am starting to make progress. She gives me advice on references, books, and gives encouragement. I am so grateful to have found Melissa and Thriveworks. Lesley
Read more I have been having Having my counseling sessions with Melissa Pate for grief counseling. She has been fantastic helping me thru the grief process since my husbands passing. I never thought it would be so hard but with her help I am starting to make progress. She gives me advice on references, books, and gives encouragement. I am so grateful to have found Melissa and Thriveworks. Lesley
Lesley Jan 2024
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Virtual visits are a life saver for me in many ways. I love my counselor and psychiatrist. Response from Customer Service has always been timely and concise. I really do not have any complaints.
Read more Virtual visits are a life saver for me in many ways. I love my counselor and psychiatrist. Response from Customer Service has always been timely and concise. I really do not have any complaints.
Rock Hill Sep 2022
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I've told my friends about Thriveworks. It's great to have a resource like this in our community.
Read more I've told my friends about Thriveworks. It's great to have a resource like this in our community.
Rock Hill Aug 2019
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Thriveworks is a wonderful place to get the support you need to improve your life!
Rock Hill Aug 2019
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Rock Hill is located at 1030 Riverwalk Parkway Suite 203, Rock Hill, SC 29730. We’re near the Riverwalk YMCA and are next to Beam Endodontics.

Phone number

(803) 676-1276

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