When Grief Feels Unbearable

When Grief Feels Unbearable

Loss changes everything. Whether you're grieving the death of someone you love, the end of a relationship, or a future you thought you'd have — you don't have to carry this weight alone.

Understanding Grief

Understanding Grief

Grief Doesn't Follow a Timeline — And That's Okay

Grief isn't a problem to fix or a checklist to complete. It's the natural response to loss — and it looks different for everyone.


You might feel:

  • Deep sadness that comes in waves, sometimes out of nowhere

  • Anger, guilt, or regret about what happened or what you didn't say

  • Numbness or disconnection, as if moving through life on autopilot

  • Exhaustion from carrying pain while trying to function normally

  • Loneliness, even when surrounded by people who care


Sometimes grief brings unexpected emotions — relief, confusion, even moments of laughter that make you feel guilty. All of these responses are normal.

Grief isn't linear. Some days feel lighter; others pull you back under. Therapy provides a safe space to honor your loss, process the pain, and find your way forward without rushing or forcing yourself to "move on."

How Therapy Helps

Find Support, Meaning, and a Path Through Loss

Through compassionate and evidence-based care, we'll help you:

  • Process the complex emotions of grief with gentleness and without judgment

  • Understand your unique grief patterns and what you need in this season

  • Navigate guilt, regret, or unresolved feelings about the loss

  • Rebuild your sense of identity and purpose after loss

  • Find meaning and hope without minimizing your pain


Our work draws from Narrative Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy — helping you make sense of your story, honour what was lost, and take the next steps at your own pace.


Grief often intersects with anxiety and depression, especially when loss disrupts your sense of safety and stability. We address these challenges alongside your grief work.


Types of Loss We Support

Grief Takes Many Forms

You may be grieving:

  • The death of a loved one (sudden or anticipated)

  • Loss of a relationship (divorce, separation, estrangement)

  • Pregnancy loss or infertility

  • Loss of health, independence, or physical ability

  • Loss of identity (career, role, or life stage changes)

  • Loss of faith, community, or a vision for your future


All losses are valid. All grief deserves compassionate support.


For Clients Seeking Faith Integration

Finding God's Presence in Grief

Many clients find that grief brings spiritual questions — Where is God in this? Why did this happen? Will I ever feel whole again?


If you wish, we can integrate your Christian faith into grief therapy through prayer, scripture reflection, and exploring loss through a lens of hope, lament, and resurrection.

Faith integration is always optional and guided by your comfort level — we honour all backgrounds and perspectives.

What to Expect

A Journey at Your Own Pace

A Journey at Your Own Pace

You'll begin with a free 15-minute consultation to see if this feels like the right fit. In your first session, we'll take time to understand your loss, what feels hardest right now, and what kind of support would be most helpful.

From there, we'll move at your pace — creating space for both the pain and the healing, without rushing you toward resolution before you're ready.

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Other Areas We Support

Grief Often Intersects with Other Challenges

In addition to grief counselling, we also work with:
Anxiety & DepressionLife Transitions • Maternal Mental Health
• Faith Questions • Relationship Challenges

In addition to anxiety and depression, we also support clients with:
• Grief and Loss
• Burnout
• Stress Management
• Self-Esteem
• Faith Questions
• Adjustment to Change
• Relationship Strain

Many clients experience anxiety or depression during major life transitions such as career changes, becoming a parent, dealing with loss or navigating relationship changes. If you're facing both emotional challenges and significant life shifts, therapy can help you build resilience during these seasons.

Serving Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Missisauga, Hamilton

& Ontario

Grief Counselling is available both in-person and virtually:
- In-Person Sessions: Available at our Burlington office (at the Burlington-Oakville border) — convenient for residents of Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Mississauga, Hamilton.

- Virtual Sessions: Available to all Ontario residents through secure, confidential video therapy. Ideal for those who need support from the comfort of home during difficult times.

Wherever you are in your grief, professional support is accessible.

Graceway Wellness offers anxiety and depression therapy both in-person and virtually:

- In-Person Sessions: Available at our Burlington office (at the Burlington-Oakville border) — convenient for residents of Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Mississauga, Hamilton.

- Virtual Sessions: Available to all Ontario residents through secure, confidential video therapy.


Whether you prefer the comfort of in-person sessions or the convenience of virtual care, professional support is accessible to you.

You were created for more.

We're here to walk with you through loss with care that honours your values and your story.

We're here to walk with you through loss with care that honours your values and your story.

We're here to walk with you through loss with care that honours your values and your story.

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Graceway Wellness

Phone: (289) 204-4439

E-mail: info@gracewaywellness.com

Location: 1122 International Blvd, Burlington (at Burlington-Oakville border), ON

“For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.” John 1:16 ESV

Therapy 
  Tribe verified counsellor, Sara Tawadros
Verified listing on Psychotherapy Matters professional directory

Graceway Wellness

Phone: (289) 204-4439

E-mail: info@gracewaywellness.com

Location: 1122 International Blvd, Burlington (at Burlington-Oakville border), ON

“For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.” John 1:16 ESV

Therapy 
  Tribe verified counsellor, Sara Tawadros
Verified listing on Psychotherapy Matters professional directory

Graceway Wellness

Phone: (289) 204-4439

E-mail: info@gracewaywellness.com

Location: 1122 International Blvd, Burlington (at Burlington-Oakville border), ON

“For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.” John 1:16 ESV

Therapy 
  Tribe verified counsellor, Sara Tawadros
Verified listing on Psychotherapy Matters professional directory