Child Loss Grief Counseling Prior Lake, MN
Child Loss
If you’ve experienced the loss of a child, you are living a reality no parent would ever dream or hope to live. You may be feeling like your whole world has been taken from you; leaving you with a gaping hole in your life that can never be filled. You may even find yourself wondering most days, "Am I still considered a parent?"
Are you tired of hearing those around you trying to relieve the hurt through well-intentioned comments such as "you now have more time to focus on yourself" or "at least you have your other kid(s) to take care of"?
I hear you! A parent should never have to know what it's like or learn how to grieve a child. Many clients have communicated to me "I shouldn't be doing this!" This experience feels unfair and all you want is your child back! Grief counseling will honor your feelings on your grief journey as you discover a new connection with your child.
Common Questions
“I really don't want to move on without my child! What do you do with that?”
Of course you don't! You were meant to live life with your child. So let's sit with that. Let's talk about what "moving on" without your child means to you. Let's explore the fears (if any) that are attached to this idea. Let's identify the beliefs connected to this concept. I meet you where you're at in your grief journey! Never will you be expected or asked to navigate your grief in a way that does not honor your process. Together, we’ll begin recognizing and honoring your grief journey as a parent.
“My partner and I are not doing well since losing our child. How do I deal with this while grieving?”
This is a common experience with couples that are both grieving the loss of their child. It tests the relationship while also challenges each other's individual approach to grief. It can leave you feeling frustrated and wondering "are we going to make it through this?" Which, in turn, leaves you fearful that you may also be losing your partner. If you’ve been feeling this way I want you to know that there is hope! I offer grief counseling as a couple. This allows me to not only sit with you as a couple, but also meet with each of you individually to learn more about your individual grief processes. We then talk about how those differ and what we can implement in your relationship to allow each of you to grieve in the way that's needed while offering support to your partner. We may find there is a shared way in which you both grieve, which is a beautiful thing to explore throughout your grief journey. Together, we’ll remove that fear of possibly having to grieve your marriage/relationship while also grieving your child, while gaining skills and tools to allow you both to effectively navigate this loss.
“The only way I can describe Brittany is that she’s an Earth angel. She has this incredibly warm, inviting, and safe energy where you feel seen, heard, and so, so held with the weight of the grief you carry as well as where you are in the healing process. Brittany has the heart for this work. She’s wise, present, caring, understanding, and her empathy feels like it wraps you in a warm blanket where you no longer feel alone on this journey. I highly recommend Brittany. Not only because of her expertise and ability to hold a safe and supportive space for you to grieve and heal, but because you will leave feeling lighter. You’ll create coping skills with her that will further assist you in the process, and you’ll learn how to stay connected to those who have passed. This is a PROFOUNDLY loving gift you can give yourself. Whether you’ve lost someone you cherish, or you’re grieving the end of your marriage, Brittany is here for you, and all you have to do is decide that you’re ready to heal and move forward with guidance and compassionate support.”
Ready to get started?
If you’ve experienced the loss of a child, grief counseling can help you honor your child and your role as their parent. You can get started by scheduling a free phone consultation where I can answer any questions you have and discuss your next steps on your journey.