Grief & Loss

Managing Grief and Loneliness During the Holidays

The twinkling lights, festive songs, and endless family ads paint December as “the most wonderful time of the year.” But what if it doesn’t feel that way? For many people, the holidays don’t feel merry, and the season brings more sorrow than celebration. This blog explores ways in which to manage grief and loneliness during the holidays. Grief, loneliness,...Learn More

Understanding Perinatal Loss: Grieving and Healing After Infant Loss

Perinatal loss refers to the death of a baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or shortly after birth. This includes miscarriages, stillbirths, and neonatal deaths. Despite how common it is, impacting approximately 1 in 4 pregnancies, it often remains a silent grief.  Many families suffer in silence due to the stigma, lack of understanding, or discomfort from others when addressing such a...Learn More

Grief: Coping with Grief After Loss or Estrangement

When most people think of the word “grief,” they think of the death of a loved one. Though that’s certainly one of the deepest wellsprings of loss, grief can be provoked by estrangement, a breakup, betrayal, or spiritual trauma.  Here at re:Vive Counseling, Consulting & Training, we work with individuals and families in the Kansas City metro to navigate loss in all its complex...Learn More