Grief and Bereavement Counseling

Our Comprehensive Grief and Bereavement Services

At APEX Health Services, we offer a range of grief support tailored to your unique situation. Grief is a deeply personal experience, with emotions that can shift day by day, or even moment to moment. Our trained counselors are here to help you process the wide spectrum of feelings, from sadness and anger to numbness, and provide practical coping strategies.

The Grief Process: What You Can Expect

Grief isn’t a straightforward process — it unfolds in its own time, requiring patience and support. At APEX Health Services, we’re here for you at every stage, helping you navigate and process emotions as they arise. Our grief counseling is based on empathy and understanding, empowering you to:

• Express your emotions in a safe, supportive space.

• Find hope and peace through personalized grief work.

• Regain a sense of normalcy while honoring your loss.

We are experienced in guiding individuals through prolonged grief disorder or complicated grief, where emotions can feel overwhelming. Our team also helps address the physical effects of grief, such as insomnia, loss of appetite, and fatigue, with holistic care strategies.

Our licensed social workers provide essential support by assisting with end-of-life issues, including help with advance directives and navigating insurance like Medicare and Medicaid. They also work with families to coordinate resources like FMLA paperwork, handicap placards, and veterans’ benefits.

Our commitment doesn’t end after a loss. We offer ongoing support, staying in contact with families for a year after their loved one’s passing. This long-term care ensures that families continue to receive guidance as they adjust to life changes, honor their loved ones, and find a way to integrate their memories moving forward.

Recognizing the Signs That You Need Grief Support

While everyone experiences the loss of a loved one differently, there are common signs that indicate additional support may be necessary to help you through the journey.

• Intense sadness, anxiety, or anger that doesn’t improve over time.

• Difficulty functioning in daily life, including work, relationships, or self-care​.

• Feelings of guilt, regret, or emotional numbness that leave you disconnected from others.

• Physical symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, headaches, or changes in appetite​.

• Social withdrawal or isolation, avoiding friends, family, or normal activities​.

• Flashbacks, traumatic memories, or intrusive thoughts about the loss​.

• Inability to concentrate or focus, affecting your ability to perform daily tasks​.

• Heightened anxiety or panic attacks, often linked to grief​.

If you recognize any of these signs of a mental health crisis, seeking grief support can provide the tools and guidance needed to heal and move forward.

Is Grief Counseling Covered by Insurance?

Grief counseling is often covered by insurance, including Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans. This support helps ensure that individuals have access to the emotional care they need during times of loss. We encourage you to contact our care team at APEX Health Services to review your specific insurance coverage and available options.

Elevate Patient Care with APEX

As a trusted partner for healthcare professionals and organizations seeking specialized emotional support, APEX Health Services offers compassionate care tailored to each individual's unique grief journey to help them feel supported wherever they are most comfortable.

When you refer patients to APEX, they gain access to our comprehensive grief and bereavement services, delivered with our signature patients-first approach, fostering healing and emotional well-being.