Anniversary Grief Response: Navigating Grief Anniversaries with Resilience and Healing

It is that time of the year. Kenneth is beginning to experience overwhelming emotions that do not make sense to him. There have been no recent changes in his life, and the world around him remains unremarkable. Nevertheless, the past few days have been difficult. He barely gets good sleep at night.

Grief and HealingChidi Hezkiah, LPC, LADCMH, IAADC, ADSAC AssessorJanuary 6, 2023Capable Counseling & ADSAC Assessments LLCGrief. Recovery. Loss

Finding Hope Amidst Loss and Grief

Loss can leave the future feeling empty and unfamiliar. This reflection explores how hope can gradually reappear during grief, not by erasing pain, but by helping us imagine that meaning, connection, and moments of peace remain possible.

Grief and HealingChidi Hezkiah, LPC, LADCMH, IAADC, ADSAC AssessorJanuary 8, 2021Grief. Recovery. Loss, Grief, Hope

Healing from Loss and Grief

Grief doesn't follow a single timetable, and healing looks different for everyone. Explore how recovery may unfold through remembrance, emotional expression, supportive relationships, self-compassion, and learning to carry love and loss together.

Grief and HealingChidi Hezkiah, LPC, LADCMH, IAADC, ADSAC AssessorJanuary 6, 2021Loss and grief, Grief, Healing from grief

The Grieving Process

Grief can affect our emotions, thoughts, bodies, relationships, and sense of meaning. Through personal reflection and compassionate guidance, this article explores the grieving process and the different ways people respond to devastating loss.

Grief and HealingChidi Hezkiah, LPC, LADCMH, IAADC, ADSAC AssessorDecember 3, 2020Grief, Grieving, Losing a loved one, Losing a family member, Loss and grief, Healing from grief

Grief Responses: Understanding the Body’s Response to Loss

Grief can produce emotional, physical, cognitive, behavioral, social, and spiritual responses. Learn why loss affects the whole person and why understanding these reactions can reduce confusion, isolation, and fear during the grieving process.

Grief and HealingChidi Hezkiah, LPC, LADCMH, IAADC, ADSAC AssessorNovember 1, 2020Losing a loved one, Losing a family member, Grief, Grieving

Understanding the Different Types of Grief

Not all grief begins or unfolds in the same way. Learn about different forms of grief, including anticipatory, complicated, delayed, disenfranchised, and cumulative grief, and how individual circumstances can shape the experience of loss.

Grief and HealingChidi Hezkiah, LPC, LADCMH, IAADC, ADSAC AssessorOctober 25, 2020Grief. Recovery. Loss

Mental Health & ADSAC Resources

Compassionate, practical guidance on mental health, grief, trauma, relationships, parenting, faith, and Oklahoma ADSAC requirements.