online grief counseling

in Massachusetts and Rhode Island

grief counseling
You've lost someone, and it's affecting everything.

The death of a loved one causes a part of us to just stop (even if the rest of us keeps going).

Grief counseling is about finding and sitting with the stopped self and hearing its desires, its memories, and its hurts. With time and attention, we uncover our natural motivation to start again.

offerings

In-Person Therapy

Sessions held at our offices in Westport, MA, or via walking sessions through beautiful, natural local settings.

Virtual Therapy

50-minute virtual sessions held via videoconference at your convenience.

Micro-therapy

Stay in touch via text for day-to-day moments of understanding and connection.

Marriage Counseling & Family Therapy

Address rifts and pain points in your marriage and family life, and grow the bonds of love and trust.

Group Counseling

Group therapy and support with a small group of folks navigating similar issues. Share your story, hear others', compare and contrast experiences and insights. Learn and grow through interactions and relationships.

Coaching & Consulting

Action-oriented guidance and support in overcoming specific hurdles such as sudden loss, relationship challenges, career difficulties, or just general "adulting."

About
Stephen Porter, LPC-MHSP (TN) is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Westport, MA. Stephen lost two immediate family members at an early age, and has studied grief work for most of his adult life. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and holds two masters degrees, one in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and one in Film Directing. Following a 12-year corporate career as an HR leader at technology startups, Stephen has been supporting clients with grief and many other issues since 2018. His specialized training includes Jungian Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (Core Skills Level), and Mindfulness-based contemplative practices. When not working, Stephen spends most his time on adventures with his wife and five-year-old son.

blog

GRIEVING AMIDST A BUSY LIFE: COPING WITH UNEXPECTED LOSS AS A PROFESSIONAL

Grief can be overwhelming, especially when trying to juggle the demands of a busy career.

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GRIEF THROUGH THE LENS OF POLYVAGAL THEORY: UNDERSTANDING EMOTIONAL RESPONSES AND NURTURING RESILIENCE

Explore the intersection of grief and polyvagal theory to unravel the complexities of emotional responses and resilience.

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NAVIGATING THE COMPLEXITIES OF LOSING A PARENT

The loss of a parent is a profound and life-altering experience that can challenge even the most resilient individuals.

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A SPOUSE'S DEATH: COPING DAY BY DAY

How to manage when your closest, dearest love passes on.

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  • Westport MA, USA

Please reach out today to schedule a free 20-minute consultation.