Grief
We all experience grief
Grief, Loss, & Restoration
Specializing in Pet Loss, ICBC Bereavement, and Life Transitions
Strategic Support for Lasting Integration and Growth Grief is the natural response to a life-altering loss. Whether you are mourning a beloved family member, a companion animal, or the "pre-accident" version of yourself, your grief deserves a dedicated, clinical space. With 25 years of experience, I provide a secure, remote environment to help you move through the weight of loss toward resilience and renewed function.
1. Pet Loss & Companion Animal Grief
The bond we share with our animals is profound, yet the grief following their loss is often "disenfranchised" or minimized.
Validation & Safety: A non-judgmental space to honor the unique bond you shared.
Specialized Processing: Moving beyond the "just a pet" narrative to address the deep emotional impact of their absence.
2. ICBC Bereavement & "Loss of Function"
Grief following a motor vehicle accident is often complex. It can involve the loss of a loved one, but it also includes the grief of identity.
Secondary Loss: Support for the emotional toll of physical limitations, career shifts, or the loss of hobbies you once loved.
Direct Billing: Registered ICBC Provider with no out-of-pocket costs for authorized sessions.
3. General Grief & Life Transitions
Support for the "middle spaces" of life—divorce, retirement, or the passing of a family member—where the world feels different than it did before.
Path A: Compassionate Clinical Counselling
Traditional talk therapy is essential for making sense of your loss. It provides a dedicated space to tell your story, navigate the logistics of a life transition, and explore the "why" as you find ways to live forward.
Path B: Specialized Remote EMDR
Sometimes, grief becomes "stuck" in the nervous system, especially if the loss was sudden or traumatic. EMDR is highly effective when:
The Body is Stuck: You feel physical weight, racing thoughts, or "flashbacks" of final moments.
Traumatic Bereavement: We use EMDR to "unstick" the traumatic details so you can finally access the peaceful, loving memories of those you lost.
Ready to Begin?
I offer a Free 15-Minute Consultation to ensure my specialized approach to grief and loss is the right clinical fit for you.
👉 Text or Call: 250-616-2105 👉 Secure Email: rmiddletonconnections@proton.me