Grief, Loss & Life Transitions Support

Therapist for Grief and Life Changes in Arlington, VA + Virtual Support for Major Life Changes

Therapy for those processing grief from death, separation, illness, identity shifts, or other major changes.

What Is Grief, Loss & Life Transitions Support?

space to process endings, hold grief and navigate change

Grief and transitions touch every part of life. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, the loss of a role, or the unraveling of a life you once knew, therapy can help you make space for the complexity of it all.

This therapy is for people navigating death, divorce, retirement, identity change, aging, illness, or big shifts in relationships or purpose. Even when you chose the change, the grief can be real and confusing.

We’ll work together to process what’s unfolding, name what’s been lost, and build capacity for what’s emerging. You don’t have to rush, fix, or “move on.” This is a space to feel it all.

Why You Might Be Seeking Therapy

Processing difficult changes can be challenging.

Sudden or gradual, changes bring overwhelming emotional fallout. Grieving a loved one, relationship, role, or navigating major life transitions, can leave you unsure how to process your feelings.

This therapy is for you if:

You’re caring for someone and slowly losing parts of yourself
You’re facing illness, aging, or anticipatory grief
You feel adrift after an identity, career, or relationship shift
You’re moving through existential questions or spiritual confusion

Left unspoken, grief can quietly erode your sense of connection and direction. Therapy gives it the space and language it deserves.

How Therapy Can Support You

You don’t need to “move on”, but you deserve space to move through.

We offer gentle, grounded support to help clients move through grief without judgment or a timeline. We hold space for the full spectrum of feelings, including numbness, anger, sadness, and confusion, and help clients build resilience as they navigate what comes next.

Here’s how we support you:

Give language to experiences that feel overwhelming or unclear
Process sadness, anger, numbness, or confusion without judgment
Explore identity shifts that come with caregiving, loss, or transition
Understand the nervous system’s role in grief and healing
Support moving through anticipatory grief , existential fear, or spiritual questions
Find new rhythms of meaning, connection, and self-trust

About Rising Sun Therapy & Wellness

A Practice Where You Don’t Have to Shrink to Be Supported

Rising Sun Therapy & Wellness was founded with a simple but powerful belief:  Healing is possible when we feel seen, safe, and supported.

We specialize in trauma-informed, identity-affirming therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, grief, neurodivergence, or major life transitions. Many of our clients are LGBTQIA2S+, neurodivergent, or part of polyamorous and kink-involved communities, and they’re looking for a therapist who truly understands their lived experience.

Whether you’re exploring your identity, recovering from burnout, or processing deep emotional pain, we’re here to walk with you, not rush you.  Therapy here isn’t about “fixing” who you are. It’s about helping you return to yourself.

Therapy that honors your pace, your truth, and your wholeness.

We’re here to walk with you while you remember how whole you already are.

In-Person & Online Therapy Options

We offer in-person sessions in Arlington, VA. For those outside the area or who prefer the flexibility of virtual care, we also provide secure telehealth therapy across Virginia, Maryland, DC, North Carolina, Massachusetts, Florida, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Maine.

Grief & Life Transitions Therapy FAQs

What kinds of transitions do you support?

We work with clients navigating death, divorce, relocation, retirement, coming out, health crises, spiritual shifts, and more. If it’s reshaping your life, we’re here for it.

Do I have to talk about the loss right away?

We move at your pace. You’re never expected to open up before you feel safe and ready.

Is grief therapy only for death-related loss?

No. We support grief in all its forms: death, divorce, retirement, identity shifts, illness, spiritual loss, or any transition that reshapes your life.

What if I feel numb or like I’m grieving “wrong”?

There’s no wrong way to grieve. Numbness, anger, confusion, or even relief are all valid responses. We hold space for whatever you’re feeling.

Can I come to therapy even if I can’t explain what’s wrong?

Yes. Many clients come in feeling off or emotionally overwhelmed without knowing why. You don’t need answers to begin, you just need curiosity and support.

Do you offer virtual grief counseling?

Yes. We offer secure telehealth therapy across VA, MD, DC, NC, MA, FL, RI, VT, WV, and ME, so you can access support from wherever you are.

Therapy is personal and finding the right therapist matters.

That’s why we offer a free 15-minute consultation, so you can get a feel for how we work, ask questions, and decide if this space feels right for you. There’s no pressure to commit. No need to have all the answers. Just a conversation. And if we are not the right practice for you, we can help you find a better fit using our network.

Ready to explore therapy? 
Let’s connect and see if we’re a good match.

* 5-minute walk from the Rosslyn Metro Station

Online & In-Person Therapy in Arlington, VA

You can work with us in whatever way feels most comfortable, in-person in Arlington, VA or online across Virginia, Maryland, DC, North Carolina, Massachusetts, Florida, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Maine.