What kinds of loss can I talk about?

You may be grieving someone who died, a relationship that ended, a change in health or family life, or a future that no longer looks the way you expected. Sometimes the loss is easy for other people to recognize. Sometimes it is harder to explain, or you feel unsure whether you are allowed to be as affected as you are.

You can bring sadness, anger, relief, guilt, uncertainty, or a mixture of feelings. Sessions do not require you to make your experience fit a neat story. You and your therapist can decide which parts of the loss, and which parts of daily life, need attention now.

How can grief counseling help?

• Provide time to speak about the person, relationship, or life change that matters to you.
• Explore how grief affects identity, belonging, routines, and relationships.
• Discuss boundaries when other people’s expectations do not match what you need.
• Consider how to approach anniversaries, family gatherings, or changes in responsibilities.
• Identify support and goals that fit your current circumstances.

The work is not built around a deadline for “moving on.” The National Institute on Aging notes that people grieve differently. In therapy, there is room to acknowledge what has changed and explore what living with that change means for you.

Who provides grief counseling?

Meg Bearman, LPC/MHSP, ATR includes grief and loss in her work with adults. Her background includes grief support and work in a range of mental health settings. Her integrative approach centers conversation, with creative expression available as an option when it fits your preferences.

Seema Sharma, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA supports adults with grief, caregiving, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Her work draws on humanistic, compassion-focused, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused approaches. She practices under the supervision of Randi Williams, LPC, CPCS.

What happens in the first appointment?

You can begin with the loss itself or with what feels hardest about today. Your therapist may ask about the people and routines that support you, what has changed, and what you hope to find in therapy. You do not have to tell the whole story in one sitting or decide in advance what progress should look like.

Is it too late to seek grief support?

No. You can inquire even if the loss happened years ago. A new experience may change how you understand an earlier loss, or you may have more space to address it now. A consultation is a chance to discuss what is bringing you in at this point in your life.

Can grief and other concerns be addressed together?

Yes. You can talk about loss alongside anxiety, low mood, relationship changes, or new roles and responsibilities. The focus can reflect the way these concerns connect in your life.

Where are appointments available?

In-person therapy takes place at 32 Lenox Pointe NE, Atlanta, GA 30324. Meg offers online therapy for clients in Georgia and Tennessee; Seema offers online therapy in Georgia only. Review current appointments and fees and what to expect at your first therapy appointment before contacting us, or bring those questions to your consultation.

How do I get started?

You can request a free 20-minute consultation by phone or video, call (404) 465-3885, or email megbearman@megbearmancounseling.com. Tell us the kind of support you are looking for, your preferred format, and the state where you will attend sessions.

Published by Meg Bearman Counseling. Updated September 28, 2026.