Grief Counselling · Ontario
When You're Living With Loss: Grief Counselling in Ontario
Book my FREE 20-min consultationLoss can change life in ways that are difficult to put into words. Whether you are grieving the death of someone important to you, the end of a relationship, changes in health, a loss of a beloved pet, or a future you once imagined, living with loss can affect every part of your life.
Grief counselling offers a space to explore what you are carrying, make sense of your experience, and find support at a pace that feels right for you.
You do not have to carry this alone. Reach out to start a conversation.
Grief Does Not Always Look the Way You Expect
Grief is a deeply human response to loss, but it does not always look the way people expect it to. For some, grief feels like overwhelming sadness. For others, it shows up as anger, numbness, anxiety, exhaustion, guilt, or a sense of feeling disconnected from themselves and the people around them. One moment you may feel capable of managing your day, and the next you may be overcome by longing, sorrow, or a reminder of what has changed.
Not all grief follows a death. The end of a relationship, changes in health, infertility, retirement, estrangement, or a life that unfolded differently than you hoped can all bring grief. These losses are real, and they deserve care and attention.
How Grief Counselling Can Help You Find Your Way Through
Grief counselling is not about finding a way around loss or reaching a particular stage of healing. It is about creating space for your experience to be acknowledged, understood, and supported.
My role is not to tell you how grief should look or how long it should last. Instead, I offer a compassionate space where we can explore what has changed, what feels most difficult to hold, and what remains meaningful to you.
My approach is grounded in creating a supportive, collaborative space where grief can be explored at your pace. Depending on your needs, our work may draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Focusing, and, when appropriate, trauma-informed approaches such as EMDR or Brainspotting. These approaches are always guided by your needs and readiness, and are never required for grief work.
Together, we can explore the impact of your loss, strengthen your connection to yourself and others, and find ways to live alongside grief while remaining connected to what matters most. There is no timeline to follow and no expectation that you should be feeling differently than you do today.
Online Grief Counselling Across Ontario
As a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist – Supervisor Qualifying (RMFT-SQ), Elizabeth Boom provides grief support for adults navigating many forms of loss. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that meaningful support begins when people feel heard, respected, and met where they are.
Online grief counselling allows you to access support from the comfort and privacy of your own space. For many people, especially during periods of grief and loss, removing the stress of travel can make it easier to seek help and stay connected to support. Elizabeth works with clients across Ontario, including Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, London, Kingston, Kitchener-Waterloo, and surrounding communities.
You Don’t Need to Have Everything Figured Out to Start
Beginning counselling for grief and loss can feel like a significant step, and it is completely normal to have questions or uncertainties about the process. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
Free 20-Minute Consultation
Your journey begins with a free 20-minute consultation. You can reach out by phone at 1-844-JOY2DAY or by email at elizabethboom@protonmail.com to schedule a time. This conversation offers an opportunity to ask questions, share what has brought you to therapy, and determine whether working together feels like a good fit. There is no obligation to continue.
Schedule Your First Session
If you decide to move forward, we will schedule your first 50-minute online session. You will receive a secure link to connect from a private space of your choice using a platform designed to support confidentiality and privacy.
Begin Your Therapy Journey
In your first session, we will build on what was discussed during the consultation and begin exploring what feels most important to you. This may include your current challenges, the impact of your loss, patterns you have noticed over time, and what you hope will feel different in your daily life.
Together, we will develop a direction for grief and loss therapy that reflects your needs, values, and goals. Sessions are typically offered weekly or bi-weekly, with flexibility to adjust as your needs change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is grief counselling covered by insurance in Ontario?
Many extended health benefit plans provide coverage for services offered by Registered Psychotherapists (RP). Coverage varies depending on your provider and policy, so it is helpful to contact your insurance company directly to confirm your benefits.
Do I need to have lost someone to seek counselling for grief and loss?
No. Grief can arise from many types of loss, including relationship changes, health challenges, infertility, retirement, career transitions, or significant life changes. Therapy can support any experience that has left you struggling with loss, sorrow, or adjustment.
How long does grief therapy take?
There is no standard timeline for grief. Some people seek support for a few months, while others find longer-term therapy helpful. The length of therapy depends on your circumstances, goals, and the support that feels most beneficial to you.
Is online grief counselling as effective as in-person sessions?
Research suggests that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy for many concerns, including grief, for many individuals. Some people also find that attending sessions from their own home makes it easier to engage in the therapeutic process.
Can grief counselling help even if the loss happened years ago?
Yes. Grief does not follow a schedule. Sometimes the impact of a loss becomes more noticeable months or even years later. Many people seek support long after a loss occurred and find therapy helpful in understanding and processing experiences that still feel unresolved.