Medically reviewed by Gabriela Asturias, MD on May 23, 2025If you are looking for grief support in Austin, this page can help you understand common grief reactions, compare care options, and identify practical ways to care for yourself while you search for support.
Psychologist
1829 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514
Justine Grosso is a Psychologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and has been in practice for 10 years. They treat Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Perfectionism.
Integrative, somatic, trauma-informed psychotherapy. "You're not broken, your nervous system is trying to protect you."
Psychologist
Remote only
Christy Hofsess is a Psychologist in undefined, undefined and has been in practice for 4 years. They treat Grief & Loss, Family Caregiving Stress, Trauma.
My mission is to help individuals and couples reach their full potential for connection and growth using a holistic and culturally responsive approach.
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Psychologist
1845 North Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202
Elaina Meier is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and has been in practice for 12 years. They treat Grief & Loss, Athletic Performance, Peer Difficulties.
Community serving Community: Therapy by the Community, For the Community
Psychotherapist, Psychologist
255 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103
Hider Shaaban is a Psychotherapist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They treat Grief & Loss, Social Anxiety, Racial Identity.
Your emotional wellbeing is our priority. We will work together to not just get you unstuck, but help you thrive and flourish.
Sport Psychologist
Remote only
Auran Piatigorsky, PhD, LP, CMPC is a Sport Psychologist in undefined, undefined and has been in practice for 30 years. They treat Grief & Loss, Athletic/Sports performance, College and School Placement.
Licensed Clinical Sport Psychologist — services for mental health care & performance enhancement
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Remote only
Suzanna Anthony is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in undefined, undefined and has been in practice for 5 years. They treat Grief & Loss, Panic, Insomnia.
Welcome! My name is Lydia Anthony, and I am a therapist in Texas with Rejoice in the Rain Counseling.
Grief is the emotional response to a major loss. It can include sadness, numbness, guilt, anger, sleep changes, appetite changes, difficulty focusing, and moments of feeling overwhelmed. Grief may affect work, school, family routines, and social connection, and it often changes from day to day.
What you might notice internally:
- Sadness that comes in waves
- Trouble sleeping, waking early, or feeling worn out
- Foggy thinking, forgetfulness, or slow focus
- Tightness in the chest, stomach discomfort, or tension
- Needing more quiet time because small tasks feel harder
What others might notice:
- Less interest in plans or conversation
- More irritability or sharper responses
- Avoiding places, songs, or topics tied to the loss
- Looking tired, distracted, or less organized
Grief can be shaped by the type of loss, previous experiences, current stress, support systems, and health or sleep changes. In Austin, heavy traffic, limited parking in central areas, high private-pay costs, waitlists, and intense work demands in tech, business services, healthcare, and biosciences can make care harder to fit into daily life.
Grief therapy can help you process the loss, manage emotions, rebuild routines, and find ways to stay connected. Medication may help when grief is accompanied by depression, anxiety, or severe sleep disruption. Groups and peer programs can add connection and reduce isolation.
Search for therapists who explicitly work with grief and loss. Ask about their grief experience, therapeutic approach, telehealth options, insurance, private-pay fees, availability, and waitlists. Austin’s traffic and parking constraints make online sessions or appointment locations near home, work, or school especially useful.
Downtown Austin, South Congress, East Austin, Mueller, Hyde Park, the University of Texas area, and St. Edward’s University area may offer different access patterns. Academic schedules, summer tourism, and work demands can affect appointment availability. Telehealth can help when traffic, parking, childcare, or work schedules make in-person care harder.
Practical supports can make grief more manageable:
- Use Integral Care, CommUnityCare Health Centers, or The SAFE Alliance when behavioral health, safety, or care navigation support is relevant.
- Keep routines small and repeatable: meals, hydration, sleep, light movement, and one daily check-in.
- Consider community-based supports such as YMCA of Austin, Central Texas Food Bank, or Caritas of Austin when basic needs or connection would reduce stress.
- Schedule therapy around traffic patterns when possible.
Call 988, 911, or the Integral Care 24/7 Crisis Helpline at 512-472-4357 if there are thoughts of suicide, self-harm, inability to stay safe, or immediate danger. Emergency options include St. David’s Medical Center, Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, and St. David’s South Austin Medical Center.
A first grief therapy appointment usually focuses on what happened, what daily life looks like now, and what kind of support feels tolerable. You do not have to tell the whole story at once. A therapist may ask about sleep, appetite, concentration, family or caregiving responsibilities, trauma history, spiritual or cultural beliefs, and whether the loss has affected work, school, or relationships.
As therapy continues, sessions may include talking through memories, planning for anniversaries and holidays, practicing ways to respond to sudden reminders, and rebuilding routines that grief has disrupted. If grief is connected with anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, or complicated family dynamics, the therapist may help you address those concerns alongside the loss. Many people also use therapy to decide how to talk with children or family members, how to handle belongings and rituals, and how to return to responsibilities without pretending they are fine.
Consistency matters, but grief can make scheduling feel harder than usual. Before the first appointment, write down your insurance details, availability, medication list if relevant, and two or three goals such as sleeping better, getting through workdays, or feeling less alone. If traffic, parking, UT-area schedules, childcare, or work demands may interrupt sessions, ask about telehealth, cancellation policies, and backup appointment options.
It can also help to build a small support plan outside therapy. Choose one person who can check in, one calming place or routine, one practical task someone else can help with, and one crisis option to use if things become unsafe. This makes grief support more concrete: you are not only finding a provider, you are creating a steadier system for the hardest days, anniversaries, and unexpected reminders.
How do I know if I need a therapist?
Therapy may help if grief is interfering with sleep, work, eating, daily routines, or relationships.
What if I do not connect with my therapist?
A good fit matters. You can ask for a different pace, approach, or provider.
Is online therapy effective for grief?
Yes, online therapy can be effective and may be easier to maintain in Austin when traffic or parking is a barrier.
What should I ask a potential therapist?
Ask about grief experience, session style, availability, insurance, private pay, telehealth, and waitlists.
Does therapy for grief work?
Therapy can help make grief more manageable, less isolating, and easier to carry over time.
Recovery is possible. With early intervention, a supportive community, and the right professional care, you can overcome challenges and build a fulfilling life. We’re here to help you find the support you need.
