Loss changes everything.
Whether you’ve lost a loved one, a relationship, a pet, a job, or even a sense of identity, grief can feel like a wave that hits without warning. It can make everyday life feel unbearable, isolate you from others, and leave you unsure of how to move forward.
At OnlineCounseling.ca, we offer online grief counselling across Alberta for individuals experiencing deep emotional pain due to loss. You don’t have to carry this alone. Through compassionate, private sessions, our licensed therapists support you at your pace — from the comfort and safety of your own space.
📅 Book now: https://onlinecounseling.ca/online-booking/
📞 Call us: 587-372-3143
📧 Email: contact@disha.ca
What Is Grief Counselling?
Grief counselling is a therapeutic process that helps people cope with the emotional, physical, and psychological effects of loss. Contrary to popular belief, grief isn’t something to “get over.” Instead, it’s something to move through — with care, time, and support.
Our grief therapists are trained to help you:
Understand your unique grieving process
Manage intense emotions like sadness, anger, guilt, or numbness
Find ways to honour your loss
Rebuild your life while carrying the memory of what was lost
Prevent prolonged or complicated grief
Online grief counselling makes this support more accessible than ever — especially for people in rural Alberta, those with mobility issues, or anyone who prefers the privacy of their own space.
Why People in Alberta Seek Online Grief Counselling
Grief doesn’t always look like crying. It can show up as exhaustion, irritability, loss of interest in life, sleep problems, or even physical pain. People from all walks of life seek grief counselling for a variety of reasons, including:
🖤 Death of a Loved One
Whether recent or years ago, the death of a parent, spouse, child, sibling, grandparent, or close friend can leave a lasting wound. Therapy can help you honour your grief while finding a way forward.
🐾 Loss of a Pet
Pet loss is a valid, often misunderstood grief experience. We provide a safe space to process the love and grief that comes from saying goodbye to a companion animal.
💔 Divorce or Relationship Breakdown
The end of a marriage or long-term relationship often involves grief similar to bereavement. It’s not just about a person — it’s about lost routines, roles, and dreams for the future.
🧬 Miscarriage, Stillbirth, or Fertility Loss
Grieving a child you never got to hold is a profound loss. We support individuals and couples experiencing pregnancy loss, infertility, or the emotional rollercoaster of IVF and adoption challenges.
💼 Job Loss, Retirement, or Identity Loss
Major life changes, such as job loss, illness, or retirement, can trigger grief around lost purpose, stability, and self-worth.
🏡 Immigration, Relocation, and Cultural Displacement
Leaving one’s homeland or culture — whether by choice or circumstance — often brings grief, especially for immigrants, refugees, and newcomers.
Benefits of Online Grief Counselling
Online grief counselling allows you to grieve in your own space and at your own pace. Many people find it easier to open up about vulnerable emotions when they feel physically safe and comfortable.
✅ Comfort & Privacy
You can attend sessions from your own home, car, or other safe space — with no waiting rooms or unfamiliar environments.
✅ Flexibility
We offer evening and weekend appointments to fit around your schedule and energy levels.
✅ Access Across Alberta
Whether you’re in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, Fort McMurray, or a rural community, online therapy brings expert grief support to your screen.
✅ Multilingual & Inclusive Support
We serve Alberta’s diverse communities, offering therapy in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, and more — with cultural sensitivity at the core.
What to Expect in Grief Counselling
Grief isn’t linear. It has no timeline. But with the right support, it becomes lighter and more bearable over time.
In grief counselling, you will:
Feel Heard – Our therapists create space for your story, without judgment or pressure to “move on.”
Understand Grief – Learn how grief impacts the brain and body, and how your symptoms are part of a natural (though painful) process.
Process Emotions – Guilt, anger, numbness, relief, and confusion are all valid. We’ll help you make sense of these complex feelings.
Find Meaning – Discover ways to stay connected to what you’ve lost while continuing to live a full, present life.
Build Resilience – Gain tools to cope with grief flare-ups, difficult dates, or recurring waves of sadness.
Our Approach to Online Grief Therapy
Every grief experience is unique. We tailor our sessions based on your needs, goals, culture, and beliefs.
Our therapists draw from:
🌱 Client-Centered Therapy
We follow your lead and work at your pace. There is no right or wrong way to grieve.
🧠 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Helps you understand and reframe thoughts that increase guilt, helplessness, or hopelessness.
🧘 Mindfulness & Somatic Therapy
Supports you in staying grounded, calming the nervous system, and gently reconnecting with your body.
💔 Narrative Therapy
Helps you explore your story of loss, relationships, and identity through reflection and meaning-making.
🕊️ Trauma-Informed Therapy
Loss can be traumatic. We create a safe space to explore trauma without re-triggering or overwhelming you.
Who Is Grief Counselling For?
You don’t need to have lost someone recently, or be in constant tears, to benefit from grief therapy.
Grief counselling is for:
Adults grieving recent or past loss
Individuals feeling stuck, numb, or overwhelmed by grief
People struggling with complicated or disenfranchised grief
Immigrants dealing with cultural grief and homesickness
Parents and couples navigating miscarriage or child loss
Anyone feeling isolated or unsupported in their grieving process
If you’ve ever heard, “you should be over it by now” — grief counselling is for you.
What Makes OnlineCounseling.ca Different?
💬 Experienced Alberta-Based Therapists
All of our grief counsellors are licensed in Alberta and deeply experienced in supporting diverse types of loss.
🌍 Multicultural & Inclusive Care
We understand how culture, faith, immigration, and family dynamics influence how we grieve — and we honour that in therapy.
🔐 Secure & Confidential Sessions
We use encrypted video platforms and follow PIPEDA-compliant protocols to protect your privacy.
💡 Flexible Booking & Direct Billing
Easily schedule online, with options for direct billing to many insurance providers.
Frequently Asked Questions
💬 Is online grief counselling effective?
Yes. Research and client feedback both show that online therapy is just as effective as in-person sessions — especially for emotional processing and grief work.
💬 How long should I attend grief counselling?
There’s no fixed timeline. Some people come for a few sessions to process acute grief. Others attend therapy for months to work through complex or layered losses.
💬 What if I don’t want to talk the whole time?
That’s completely okay. Your therapist will work with your comfort level and may use creative or non-verbal methods to help you process — like visualization, journaling prompts, or breathwork.
💬 Is it covered by insurance?
Yes, many extended health plans cover counselling. We also offer direct billing to select providers. Receipts are provided for reimbursement.
Serving Alberta with Compassionate Online Grief Therapy
We are proud to serve individuals throughout Alberta, including:
Calgary
Edmonton
Red Deer
Lethbridge
Medicine Hat
Grande Prairie
Fort McMurray
Smaller towns and rural communities across Alberta
You are not too far away — healing support is just a click away.
Take the First Step Toward Healing
Grief doesn’t have to be carried alone. If you’re ready to feel supported, heard, and understood, we’re here — whenever you are.
🔗 Book an appointment today: https://onlinecounseling.ca/online-booking/
📞 Call us: 587-372-3143