Grief is one of the most human experiences we go through—yet it can feel incredibly isolating. Whether you’re mourning the death of a loved one, grieving a miscarriage, or navigating a major life change like a separation, job loss, or health diagnosis, grief can leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from life.
There’s no “right” way to grieve. There’s no timeline. And there’s no expectation in therapy to be okay before you’re ready.
Understanding the Layers of Grief
Grief doesn’t always show up in obvious ways. You might be tearful, exhausted, numb—or strangely functional. You might feel relief and guilt at the same time. You may find yourself struggling to explain your pain to others or frustrated that the world keeps moving when yours has stopped.
Common experiences include:
- Deep sadness, anger, or emotional numbness
- Difficulty sleeping, concentrating, or eating
- Feeling isolated, irritable, or disconnected
- Questions about meaning or purpose
- Physical symptoms or fatigue
- Revisiting past losses or traumas
Whatever your grief looks like, it’s valid. And you don’t have to go through it alone.
How Therapy Can Support You
In therapy, you’ll find a compassionate space to:
- Talk freely about your loss without judgment or pressure to “move on”
- Process complex feelings like guilt, regret, or anger
- Explore how your grief is affecting your relationships, identity, or daily life
- Honour your connection to the person or experience you’ve lost
- Develop coping strategies for moments of overwhelm
- Begin to rediscover meaning and hope, when you’re ready
I work in a gentle, trauma-informed way, always at your pace. Whether your loss is recent or something you’ve carried for years, this space is here for you.
You Don’t Need to Be Strong Alone
Many people feel like they need to stay strong for others, or that they should be “over it” by now. But grief is not something we fix—it’s something we learn to carry with compassion and support.
I’m John Pio Groarke, an integrative psychotherapist based in Listowel, Co. Kerry, Ireland, offering both in-person and online therapy. I offer a grounded, empathetic presence as you move through the pain of loss and gently begin to find your way forward.
Let’s Talk When You’re Ready
If you’re grieving and looking for support, please know that you’re not alone. I’d be glad to speak with you whenever it feels right.
📍 Listowel, Co. Kerry, Ireland
📞 +353 87 383 0488
📧 info@therapywithjohn.ie
🌐 www.therapywithjohn.ie
There is no timeline for healing. Only your own pace—and the space to feel it all.