Imagine Lincoln, in Lincoln, Nebraska, offers mental health treatment services for teens aged 12 to 18. Our programs provide individualized treatment plans and evidence-based therapeutic approaches to address a wide variety of mental health conditions, including our grief and loss therapy program.
While everyone experiences grief and mourns the passing of loved ones, some individuals find the grief and loss so overwhelming that it interferes with their quality of life, especially developing teens and adolescents. A professional grief and loss therapy program can help your child process their loss and restore mental and emotional well-being. Reach out to learn more about our programs.
What Is A Grief and Loss Therapy Program?
Grief and loss therapy is a specialized therapeutic program designed to help individuals process the grief, sorrow, and pain associated with the death of a loved one or other traumatic events. Through this therapy, your child can learn effective coping strategies that will allow them to heal and move forward.
Grief and loss can affect individuals of all ages, but teens and adolescents are particularly vulnerable to severe consequences.
Many life events can cause grief and loss, including:
- The death of a loved one
- Divorce or separation from a parent or guardian
- Significant changes in the family’s economic situation
- Moving away from home
Who Can Benefit From Grief and Loss Therapy?
A grief and loss therapy program can benefit anyone struggling to cope with the death of a loved one or a traumatic event. It is crucial for teens and adolescents, who are still forming their identities and establishing a sense of self-worth. Grieving the loss of a significant person can be difficult, and if left untreated, it can lead to long-term emotional and mental health problems.
Is Grief Therapy Effective?
Yes, grief therapy is an effective way to help individuals of all ages cope with the pain and grief associated with loss. Grief therapy helps reassure individuals that their feelings are normal, provides a safe space to express emotions, and offers tools to move forward. Studies have shown that grief therapy can help reduce anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.
How Can Grief and Loss Therapy for Teens Help?
Grief and loss therapy programs offer several specific benefits, including:
- Increased emotional regulation and self-awareness
- Improved communication skills
- Ability to express emotions healthily
- Learning effective coping strategies for difficult situations
- Developing resilience and better stress management
- Reestablishing relationships with family, friends, and peers
Contact Imagine Lincoln Toda
If your child is struggling with grief, loss, or other mental health issues, reach out to Imagine Lincoln today. Our experienced, compassionate mental health professionals are ready to help.
Our treatment programs include:
- Outpatient partial hospitalization program (PHP) with the option to step down to an intensive outpatient program (IOP)
- Medication management
- Trauma-informed care
- Educational support and schooling
We employ a variety of evidence-based therapies and holistic approaches in our treatment programs, including:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
- Trauma therapy
The loss of a loved one can be devastating, especially for teens and adolescents. It is vital to seek professional mental health treatment for children overcome by sorrow, depression, anxiety, or other mental health aspects of profound grief and loss. Imagine Lincoln can help—contact us online to get started.