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See a licensed therapist, psychiatrist, or psychiatric provider in Troy, MI—in person or online, evenings and weekends available

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

686,000 people sought help with Thriveworks in the last year

Discover how starting grief & loss counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Grief & loss counseling FAQs

What type of counseling is needed when a person cannot get over the grief of losing a loved one?

Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Troy, MI have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.

How does grief and loss counseling work?

Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Troy, MI will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.

Signs I should seek grief counseling

If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.

What counseling theory is best for grief?

There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.

Is grief counseling conducted in person or online?

Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does grief counseling last?

For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.

Need more help deciding?

Grief Counseling Services in Troy, MI—Oakland Therapists and Counselors

If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, job, or pet, consider working with a grief counselor at Thriveworks Troy in Oakland. Our licensed psychologists have the skills, training, and experience to guide you through your grief and offer the support you need during this difficult time.

When you are ready, you can give us a call at (248) 764-4182 to get started.

What Are the 5 Stages of Grief?

When we lose someone close to us, the emotions we feel can be all over the place. However, there are five main stages of grief that we can experience. Here are each of those five stages and how they may affect you:

  1. Denial: The first stage is denial. This is characterized by confusion, avoidance, and fear. In this stage, you might deny the reality of what happened and feel like your loss didn’t actually happen.
  2. Anger: In the second stage, anger presents itself. You may feel an overwhelming sensation of frustration and irritation. This can also lead you to feel mad that your loved one “left you” or mad that you were fired from your job.
  3. Bargaining: This third stage is when you struggle to come to terms with what happened. This is an especially crucial time to need extra support from your friends and family.
  4. Depression: This stage can often time be the hardest. Depression can make you feel overwhelmed, helpless, and hostile. It can be difficult to pull yourself out of depression without the help of others.
  5. Acceptance: In the final stage of grieving, you will feel acceptance. This is when you begin to accept that your loved one is gone and are able to make peace with your loss.

How fast or how slow you move through the stages of grief depends on your personal emotions. There isn’t a “right way” to grieve. Some people experience all five stages, while others only experience some. However you grieve, we understand how hard it can be. Especially doing it alone. Here at Thriveworks Troy Counseling in Oakland, we can set you up with a licensed grief counselor who can help you accept your loss and move forward with your life.

Should I Go to Grief Therapy?

This is a good question! It all depends on how you feel and how overwhelmed you may be. When it comes to losing someone, sometimes we have to help plan a funeral or write an obituary. Maybe after losing a job, you need to spend time searching for new ones. Whether you just want some support in the emotions you are feeling, or you need help making big decisions, we’re here for you. Here are some of the following symptoms you may experience that could benefit from working with a grief counselor:

  • Feelings of depression or anxiety
  • A weak support system
  • Avoidance of friends or family
  • Sudden changes in behavior
  • Lack of joy in everyday life
  • Disregarding responsibilities
  • Inability to move on after several months

You don’t have to only be experiencing the symptoms above to be able to benefit from the support of a grief counselor. There are many different emotions and no emotion is wrong. If you feel like you would benefit from the help of a grief counselor, reach out to our office today.

Schedule an Appointment with a Grief Counselor at Thriveworks Troy in Oakland

The grief counselors at Thriveworks Troy, MI are caring, experienced professionals who are ready to help you find peace and happiness. When you are ready, they’re here.

To schedule an appointment with one of our providers, you can do so online through our online booking portal or by calling (248) 764-4182 to be connected with a scheduling specialist.

We offer extended hours and weekend hours to help you find a time that works best for you.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Michigan accept 31 insurance plans

  • ASR

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Alliance Health and Life (HAP)

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Medicare Plus Blue PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Traditional PPO

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Self-pay costs at Troy
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Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

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$1

Ongoing sessions

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Talk therapy

Psychiatry

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First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Jen is an amazing therapist and friend. She is very professional and a huge blessing in my life.
Hailey Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Pamela is caring, empathetic and direct in our counseling sessions
Ivan Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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She is well equipped, wise, patient, loving and EVERYTHING I need right now in my life! Love her!!
Jenah Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I like that my therapist gives me real advice doesn’t sugarcoat anything tells me when I’m right or wrong
Savannha Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My provider is great
Micah Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Rosemary was kind, spot on and so sweet. I feel very hopeful in our future sessions. I feel like we finally found someone who won’t cause us to fight but help us look at what we have experienced in our past and teach us how to move forward and have a healthy marriage.
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Julio Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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Feel very close to Rosemary
Emeree Dec 2025Thriveworks.com verified review
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Pamela is a great listener and makes me feel calm.
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Where to find us

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Address

1555 W Big Beaver Rd 2nd Floor
Troy, MI 48084

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Troy is located in the PNC Center and near W Big Beaver Rd and Crooks Rd, off I-75. It is near the Somerset Collection and a short distance from the Troy Public Library.

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Phone number

(248) 609-3727
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Languages spoken by MI providers

  • English
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Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
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