When you're in grief, it can be difficult to reach out for help. Unfortunately, it's often difficult to get through grief on your own, so finding the strength to look for help can be the first step in your healing journey. If you feel more comfortable seeking grief support online instead of in person, there are many different routes that you can take. Browse the internet to look at your various options, and then reach out to begin the process of working through your grief. Here are three types of online grief support that you may wish to consider.
One-On-One Grief Counseling
Many grief counselors meet with their clients in person, but you'll find that more and more of these professionals are also offering online sessions. If you feel that online sessions would be best for you, one big advantage is that you don't need to find anyone local. Rather, you can browse the websites of a number of grief counselors and choose one to work with — even if they live several states away from you. Your counselor and you can decide how you want to approach your sessions. Sometimes, it's advantageous to meet around a set schedule such as once a week. In other cases, you might just need an occasional session when you feel down.
Group Grief Counseling
Group grief counseling often takes place in person, but this is an option that you can typically find online, too. If you've done some group video chats with family or work colleagues over the last few months, you'll find that group grief support sessions have some similarities. Generally, you'll see the faces of each person in your group, and a counselor will lead the session. You'll have a chance to speak at various intervals throughout the session, and can benefit from hearing other participants' experiences when you're not speaking.
Grief Support Group
If you prefer text-based interactions, you have the option of seeking out an online grief support group in which you'll converse with written messages instead of video sessions. There are all sorts of groups that fit this description. Some groups have private message boards that allow you to connect with other people in grief anonymously. Other groups use private social media groups for their members. Consider what option feels best to you, and then seek help. You'll quickly learn that you aren't the only one in grief, and that connecting with others can help you.