Find grief counselling in Waterloo, Ontario. Our therapists offer grief support and counsel at our centre, helping you cope and heal with compassionate care.
When you’ve lost a loved one, it can feel like the world has shifted and nothing makes sense anymore. The sadness, the loneliness, and all the emotions that come with grief can be so heavy to carry on your own. That’s why at Upstream Counselling in the Waterloo Region, we offer bereavement support—a safe and confidential space where people in grief can talk, share, and begin to heal.
Our counselling professionals and social workers have years of experience walking alongside clients through their grief journey. They understand how complicated these feelings can be and use therapeutic approaches and grief support programs that follow trusted processes to help you honour your loved one while also taking care of yourself.
You don’t have to go through this alone. Along with flexible counselling services—both online and in person—we also connect you with resources like peer groups, workshops, and hospice supports. If you feel ready, you can register or book an appointment to take that small but important step toward comfort, support, and new beginnings.
When you’ve lost a loved one, it can feel like life has been turned upside down. Grief counselling gives people in grief a safe and supportive place to talk, grieve, and begin finding ways to heal.
Having a space to share your emotions without judgment can make a big difference. Counselling services provide bereavement support that helps ease loneliness, sadness, and the heavy weight of grieving the loss, while also giving you a way to honour your loved one’s memory.
Grief can make even small tasks feel overwhelming. With the support of counselling professionals and social workers, you engage in coping skills training and follow structured programs that guide you through the grieving process. These tools help manage emotions and slowly restore balance.
Sometimes the most comfort comes from knowing you’re not alone. A support group provides fellowship and connection with peers who truly understand what it’s like to bereave. These groups also offer support and education to help participants feel understood and less isolated.
Grief looks different for everyone, so it’s important to have options. Whether you want one-on-one counselling, a workshop, or a group program, these counselling services are flexible enough to fit a broad range of concerns. Some programs even offer free resources, making assistance easier to reach when you need it most.
Grieving the loss of a loved one can affect families, teens, and individuals in different ways. Our bereavement support creates space to explore emotions and receive guidance that fits your own experience, no matter where you are in your grief journey.
While grief never fully disappears, counselling services can help you carry it in a healthier way. With supportive guidance, companionship, and a space to explore your feelings, people in grief can find comfort, strengthen mental health, and slowly move toward new beginnings.
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Beginning therapy can feel daunting but the truth is you decide what (and when) to share. Our diverse team specializes in a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. No matter your situation, we're here to support your journey to empowerment and mental wellness.
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To maximize the benefits of counselling it’s important you attend sessions consistently. When in session, we encourage you to lead the agenda. (Remember, this is YOUR therapy!) Between sessions, we hope you will strive to apply new insights, practice new skills, and develop new habits that support personal growth.
Losing a loved one can turn your world upside down. It’s heavy, confusing, and sometimes lonely—but you don’t have to face it alone.
In Waterloo and Kitchener, our grief counselling gives people in grief a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about what they’re feeling. Whether it’s sadness, stress from a diagnosis, or just needing a companion to listen, we’re here to walk with you.
Our counselling professionals and social workers use programs that follow the process developed for grief care. You can do one-on-one sessions, short-term counselling, or join a program that follows the process step by step—whatever helps you most.
If being with others feels comforting, support groups and workshops provide fellowship, support and education, and the chance to connect with people who really get what it’s like to grieve the loss of a loved one.
We also link clients to resources like coping centres, funeral homes, and workplace programs. Counselling is flexible—online or in person—and some services are offered on a sliding scale, so support is easier to access when you need it.
Sometimes grief comes alongside other challenges, like substance use or mental health concerns. We can help connect you with extra assistance and companions to walk alongside you through this difficult time.
Grief counselling isn’t about forgetting your loved one. It’s about honouring their memory, taking care of your well-being, and finding little ways to keep moving forward, at a pace that feels right for you.
At Upstream Counselling, we want you to feel comfortable with the counselling process. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about talking to a therapist about this type of therapy.
Losing someone you love can feel like your world has been turned upside down. It’s heavy, confusing, and sometimes even isolating—but you don’t have to go through it alone.
At Upstream Counselling Centre in the Waterloo Region, you can find compassionate support to help you grieve in a way that feels right for you.
Personalized care: Counsellors listen and help you process your feelings at your own pace. Everyone’s grief journey is different, and you’ll get guidance that respects your experience.
Safe, non-judgmental space: You can talk openly about sadness, loneliness, or guilt without feeling judged. Just having a space to share your thoughts can be a huge relief.
Practical coping tools: Learn ways to manage daily stress, honour your loved one, and navigate life while carrying your grief.
Connections to resources: You’ll also get access to coping centres, peer support networks, and community programs that can provide extra help whenever you need it.
The loss of an infant is a heartache unlike any other, and parents need support that truly understands their pain.
Upstream Counselling offers services designed to help parents navigate this delicate grief.
Specialized support: Counsellors are trained to help parents process intense emotions, from sadness and guilt to confusion and emptiness.
Support groups and workshops: Joining other parents who have faced similar losses can provide fellowship and comfort. Sharing stories and hearing you’re not alone can be surprisingly healing.
Coping tools and guidance: Learn practical ways to care for yourself, handle daily life, and honour your infant’s memory.
Resource connections: Counsellors can connect you to hospices, coping centres, or companions who provide ongoing support through this difficult time.
Coping centres and hospices can be a lifeline when grief feels overwhelming. They work alongside counselling services to give emotional, practical, and compassionate support.
Emotional support: Professionals help you process grief and feel heard without judgment.
Programs and workshops: Group sessions offer fellowship, support, and education to help you understand your emotions and connect with others in similar situations.
Holistic care: These services address your mental, emotional, and practical needs, helping you feel more balanced while grieving.
Resource connections: Counselling centres often collaborate with hospices and coping centres to ensure you always have someone to turn to for guidance or support.
Your first appointment is all about making you feel comfortable and supported. You don’t need to have everything figured out—just showing up is the first step.
Warm, welcoming environment: Counsellors create a compassionate, non-judgmental space so you can share openly.
Getting to know you: The counsellor will ask about your loss, your emotions, and any concerns, so they can guide you in a way that fits your grief journey.
Setting goals: Together, you’ll decide on priorities, whether it’s coping strategies, emotional support, or connecting with workshops or peer support.
Next steps: You’ll learn what ongoing appointments or resources might help you most, giving you a roadmap for healing while still moving at your own pace.
Grief doesn’t disappear overnight, and ongoing support can make a big difference.
Regular counselling: Consistent sessions give you a safe place to talk, process emotions, and get guidance.
Peer and group support: Being part of a support group or workshop helps you connect with people who truly understand what it’s like to grieve the loss of a loved one.
Practical coping strategies: Counsellors can teach ways to manage sadness, maintain mental health, and honour your loved one while continuing with daily life.
Community resources: You’ll have access to coping centres, hospices, and companions who can walk alongside you as you navigate your grief journey.
Companionship through the journey: Having someone to share the process with, whether a counsellor or peer, can make you feel less alone and more confident in moving forward.
Our team at Upstream Counselling is here to help you explore issues, gain insights, begin your journey towards healing, and work towards the goals you identify during the counselling process.
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