A BLOG FOR MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
The Second Year of Grief: What No One Tells You
by: Karyn ArnoldPublished on: 02/19/2026The blog explores the second year of grief, showing why loss can feel just as hard as the first year, the role of expectations, and the importance of patience, self-compassion, and honoring your own unique process.
Surviving Grief: Why We Say ‘I’m Fine’ When We’re Not
by: Karyn ArnoldPublished on: 12/18/2025A reflection on why grieving people often say “I’m fine,” exploring social expectations, isolation after loss, and the importance of sharing grief honestly with the right people instead of hiding pain.
Why Holding Space Isn’t Enough when Working with a Grieving Client
by: Kelly DaughertyPublished on: 11/06/2025Holding space is important, but it’s not enough. Explore how to move beyond listening and use real, effective tools to support grieving clients with confidence.
Grieving What Could Have Been
by: Karyn ArnoldPublished on: 10/23/2025Grieving isn’t only for those we loved—sometimes we mourn the relationships that never were. Learn how to process loss, release unmet expectations, and find compassion for yourself and others.
