Grief & Loss Counseling in Eatontown, NJ
Find compassionate grief counseling and support in Monmouth County to help you process loss and begin healing.
Understanding Grief & Loss
Grief is a natural yet deeply painful response to loss. Whether you are coping with the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or another significant life change, grief can leave you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure of how to move forward. Working with a grief therapist in Eatontown or elsewhere in Monmouth County, NJ can provide a safe and supportive space to process emotions, find meaning, and restore hope.
Types of Grief & Loss
Every person’s grief journey looks different, and there is no single “right” way to grieve. Some losses feel visible and understood by others, while others are more hidden but equally painful. Therapy can help you understand and navigate your unique experience.
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Loss of a Loved One
The most recognized form of grief, often bringing sadness, anger, confusion, or guilt while adjusting to life without someone important.
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Anticipatory Grief
The grief that begins before a loss occurs, such as when a loved one is seriously ill. It can bring waves of sadness, worry, and helplessness.
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Non-Death Loss
Grief may also follow divorce, the end of a friendship, career changes, or moving. These losses often go unrecognized but can feel just as heavy.
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Complicated or Prolonged Grief
For some, grief remains intense and disruptive long after the loss, making it difficult to return to daily functioning. Therapy can provide tools for healing.
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Collective or Community Loss
Grief can occur after shared tragedies, cultural losses, or events that affect entire communities. Support helps reduce isolation and foster connection.
Why Consider Grief Counseling?
Some people try to push through grief on their own, but loss can weigh heavily without the right support. Grief counseling gives you a safe, non-judgmental space to express emotions, learn healthy coping skills, and prevent grief from becoming overwhelming or prolonged. Therapy can also reduce feelings of isolation, helping you feel more supported and less alone in your experience.
While grief looks different for everyone, many people find it helpful to understand the stages that often arise during the healing process. These stages are not linear — you may move back and forth between them, revisit certain emotions, or experience them in a unique order.
Denial – A sense of shock or disbelief that the loss has occurred. This stage can act as a protective buffer.
Anger – Feelings of frustration, resentment, or even anger toward yourself, others, or the situation.
Bargaining – A stage where you may replay “what if” scenarios, wishing you could change the outcome or do things differently.
Depression – Deep sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness that can affect daily functioning.
Acceptance – Beginning to integrate the loss, finding new meaning, and moving forward while still honoring what was lost.
Marie’s role as a grief therapist is to help you recognize where you are in this process, validate your feelings, and support you in finding hope and resilience.
The Stages of Grief
Marie’s Approach to Grief Therapy
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Talk Therapy & Emotional Processing
Safely explore feelings and thoughts regarding your grief and loss
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Collaboration with Outside Providers
Marie can collaborate with physicians or psychiatrists if needed
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Creative Coping Strategies
Find helpful coping strategies such as journaling, mindfulness, and reflection
What Makes Marie’s Approach Unique
Marie understands that grief cannot be rushed or neatly resolved. Her therapeutic style is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client. She emphasizes both emotional healing and practical tools for daily life, helping you restore balance, create structure, and move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
Grief Counseling in Eatontown, NJ and Beyond
Our office in Eatontown, NJ provides grief therapy and counseling to clients across Monmouth County, including Red Bank, Fair Haven, Ocean Township, and surrounding communities. Marie also offers HIPAA-compliant virtual therapy sessions, so you can receive professional care anywhere in New Jersey from the comfort of your home.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grief Counseling
Grief and loss touch everyone at some point in life — whether through the passing of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or a major transition. Many people wonder what therapy can really offer during such a painful time. These FAQs address some of the most common questions about grief counseling and how it may help you find support and healing.
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Absolutely. While grief is a natural process, therapy provides structure and support so you don’t have to face it alone. Many clients find that counseling helps them express emotions more openly, manage stress, and slowly regain energy and motivation. It won’t erase the loss, but it can help you carry it with more ease and less pain.
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There’s no set timeline for grief, and therapy reflects that. Some people benefit from short-term counseling to learn coping skills, while others find longer-term therapy helpful for deeper emotional healing. Marie will work with you to set goals and create a plan that fits your needs, without rushing your process.
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Many people have tried therapy in the past without feeling truly supported. Marie offers a warm, personalized approach that centers on your unique experience of grief. Even if past therapy wasn’t effective, a new connection with the right therapist can make all the difference.
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Marie is an out-of-network provider and does not accept insurance directly. However, many clients are able to use out-of-network benefits to receive partial reimbursement for sessions. She can provide documentation to submit to your insurance company if you’d like to explore this option.
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Yes. Studies consistently show that grief counseling helps reduce depression, anxiety, and isolation, while supporting healthier coping and adjustment. Therapy won’t make you forget your loss, but it can help you move forward with resilience, connection, and hope.
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Marie welcomes clients from across Monmouth County and beyond. Many of her clients live in Eatontown, Tinton Falls, Shrewsbury, Red Bank, Fair Haven, Little Silver, Rumson, Monmouth Beach, Long Branch, Deal, Ocean Township, and Holmdel. She also offers virtual therapy anywhere in New Jersey for those who prefer online sessions.
You Don’t Have to Grieve Alone
Grief may feel overwhelming now, but with support, you can begin to find balance and meaning again. You don’t have to carry this pain alone.
Now seeing clients in Eatontown and online across New Jersey.
Address: 27 Main Street Eatontown, NJ 07724