Specialization
Grief &
Loss
Grief is not a problem to be solved. It is love with nowhere to go — and it deserves a space that honors that.
What It Is
Understanding
grief & loss
Grief extends far beyond the death of a loved one. It includes the loss of a relationship, a job, an identity, a version of yourself, or a future you had planned. Disenfranchised grief — grief that others don’t acknowledge or validate — can be especially isolating.
There is no timeline for grief. What matters is having the support to move through it rather than around it, and the tools to carry the loss in a way that doesn’t consume your entire life.
June’s Approach
Advanced dual-certified
grief care
June is completing her Advanced Dual Certification in both Trauma and Grief, bringing specialized training to one of the most undertreated areas of mental health. Her approach draws on the dual process model of grief, meaning-making frameworks, and continuing bonds theory — all of which recognize grief as an ongoing, individualized process rather than a set of stages to complete.
This is not about moving on. It is about moving forward, with your loss as a part of who you are.
A gentle frame
Between gaman and shikata ga nai
Grief asks for two Japanese ideas at once. Gaman — the dignified endurance that lets you keep going when you don’t feel like you can. And shikata ga nai — not “giving up,” but the quiet clarity of meeting what cannot be changed, so the energy of fighting reality can slowly return to living. Therapy gives both room to exist, without rushing either.
You May Be Ready for Support If
Signs this might
be right for you
You are struggling to function weeks or months after a loss
The grief feels stuck, frozen, or like it’s getting worse over time
You are experiencing complicated or traumatic grief
Others have told you it’s “time to move on” but you can’t
You are grieving a loss others don’t recognize as valid
Loss has triggered anxiety, depression, or PTSD symptoms
You feel guilt or anger alongside your grief
You are grieving a death by suicide or sudden/unexpected loss
You are supporting a child or family member through loss
What to Expect
Grief therapy that
honors your process
Creating space
The first sessions establish safety and allow you to speak openly about your loss without judgment, agenda, or a timeline.
Understanding your grief
June helps you understand your specific grief response and what factors may be complicating the natural grieving process.
Working with the loss
Using evidence-based frameworks, sessions help you find meaning, address guilt and anger, and develop a relationship with the loss that allows you to live alongside it.
Building a continuing bond
Grief work does not aim to sever your connection to what or who was lost. It helps you carry that connection forward in a way that supports living.
Ready to begin?
The free 15-minute consultation is the right place to start. Learn about June’s background → No forms, no commitment — just a conversation.
Book Free ConsultCommon questions
Grief & loss
questions I hear most
How do I know if I need grief counseling instead of just time?
I know that grief doesn't follow a neat timeline, but if your pain feels completely unmanageable, keeps you isolated, or stops you from functioning in daily life months later, I am here to help. In my practice, I provide a supportive space to process the loss when time alone isn't easing the burden.
Are there types of grief that need clinical support more than others?
In my experience, grief from sudden, traumatic, or unexpected losses, as well as the loss of a child, deeply benefits from clinical support because it can involve complex layers of trauma. That said, I believe any grief that feels too heavy to carry alone is a completely valid reason to seek my help.
What is complicated or disenfranchised grief and how is it treated differently?
I define complicated grief as a persistent, debilitating mourning that doesn't ease over time, while disenfranchised grief is a loss that society often doesn't openly validate (like a breakup or a miscarriage). When I treat these, I focus on helping you uncover hidden shame, resolve underlying trauma, and build the specific support system you might be missing.
How long after a loss should someone consider therapy?
I tell my clients there is no "right" time; some reach out to me immediately for support during the initial shock, while others seek my help months or even years later when the reality sets in. I welcome you to consider therapy whenever you feel ready for extra support, regardless of how much time has passed.
Do you work with grief that is not from a death (loss of job, identity, marriage, or a version of the future)?
Absolutely. I view grief as a natural response to any significant loss, including divorce, chronic illness, career changes, or the death of a dream. I hold a dedicated space in my practice to honor and process the profound pain of these "non-death" losses. Book a free 15-minute consultation to start.
You don’t have to
grieve alone.
June offers a free 15-minute consultation to talk through what you’re carrying and whether grief therapy is the right support.
Start your self-study today.
