Grief & Bereavement Counselling

Compassionate psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families coping with grief, loss, bereavement, and life transitions.


Appointments are available in Orillia & Barrie,

by Phone & Virtually across Ontario

Loss can change everything.


Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one, coping with the loss of a relationship, navigating a major life transition, or struggling with anticipatory grief, it can be difficult to know how to move forward.

You do not have to carry this alone.

Grief counselling provides a safe, supportive, and compassionate space to process your emotions, make sense of your experience, and find ways to move forward while honouring what has been lost.

📍 Appointments available in Orillia, Barrie, by phone, and online throughout Ontario.



What Is Grief Counselling?

Grief counselling and bereavement support help individuals process loss at their own pace. Therapy provides a confidential space to explore emotions, develop coping strategies, and navigate the physical, emotional, and psychological impacts of grief.

There is no "right" way to grieve and no set timeline for healing. Every person's experience is unique.

Whether your loss occurred recently or many years ago, support can help you understand your grief and move forward with greater self-compassion and resilience.

Grief Comes From Many Life Experiences

Grief is not limited to death. Many losses can trigger grief responses.It can follow loss, change, trauma, or prolonged stress, and it affects everyone differently.

You may be grieving:

  • The death of a spouse, partner, family member, friend, or pet
  • Serious illness or caregiving responsibilities
  • Dementia and anticipatory grief
  • Divorce, separation, or relationship loss
  • Changes in health, identity, or independence
  • Retirement or career transitions
  • Moving or relocation
  • Trauma or sudden life changes
  • Pregnancy loss or infertility
  • Multiple or compounded losses


Common Experiences of Grief

Grief affects everyone differently.

You may experience:

  • Sadness or emotional pain
  • Anxiety or excessive worry
  • Anger or frustration
  • Guilt or regret
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Changes in sleep or appetite
  • Fatigue or low energy
  • Loneliness or isolation
  • Feeling emotionally numb
  • Loss of motivation or purpose


Many people wonder:

"Is what I'm feeling normal?"

In most cases, the answer is yes.

Grief can affect your thoughts, emotions, physical health, relationships, and daily functioning.

When Should I Seek Grief Counselling?

You may benefit from grief counselling if:

  • Your grief feels overwhelming
  • Daily responsibilities are becoming difficult to manage
  • You feel stuck or unable to move forward
  • Relationships are being affected
  • You feel isolated or misunderstood
  • Anxiety, depression, or stress are increasing
  • You would like support processing a significant loss



Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It is an act of self-care during a difficult time.


My Approach to Grief Counselling

Grief counselling is provided within a trauma-informed, client-centred, and evidence-based psychotherapy framework.

Sessions are tailored to your unique experiences, needs, and goals. Together, we work to:

  • Process difficult emotions
  • Develop healthy coping strategies
  • Explore meaning and adjustment after loss
  • Strengthen resilience
  • Improve emotional well-being
  • Reconnect with hope and purpose

My approach recognizes that healing does not mean forgetting. Rather, it involves learning how to carry your loss while continuing to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Why Work With Karen Jay-Moore?

With experience as a psychotherapist, educator, End of Life Care/Death Doula and author of books on grief, healing, and personal growth, I provide compassionate support that honors both the emotional impact of loss and each individual's unique journey.


Clients often appreciate a balance of:

  • Compassion and understanding
  • Practical coping strategies
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Emotional support
  • A safe, non-judgmental environment 


Services Available

✔ Individual Grief Counselling

✔ Bereavement Support

✔ Anticipatory Grief Counselling

✔ Pet Loss Support

✔ Relationship Loss & Divorce Recovery

✔ Family Grief Support

✔ Online Grief Counselling Across Ontario

✔ In-Person Appointments in Orillia & Barrie


You Don't Have to Navigate Grief Alone

Whether your loss is recent or occurred years ago, support is available.

Together, we can create space for healing, understanding, and hope.



Book a complimentary consultation today.

📞 705-351-1305

🌐 www.soulpath.ca


We face many decisions on a day-to-day basis.  Are you working, or looking for work?  Are you juggling the demands of working, while parenting, or caregiving? Single or a couple?  


Relationships these days come with many challenges. Scheduling time for yourself, your children, parents, family, or friends can be complicated.


Seeing a therapist regularly will provide you with a designated and confidential person to talk to, strategies for self-care, communication, and improved relationships.

Parents play a critical role in guiding our youth in their mental health and well-being by encouraging them, helping them to develop self worth, offering non judgmental listening, and coping strategies such as asking for help. 


If your teen is struggling with depression, anxiety, bullying, anger, emotional outbursts or has retreated and become quieter than usual or is displaying behavior issues, contact Karen for a consultation. 


Teenagers will find a safe space to express their thoughts, issues or worries in a supportive environment. 


In Person sessions are available in Barrie and Orillia, Online and by phone. Contact us for more information. 

Has there been a recent death in the family or an anticipated death? 

My background includes extensive experience supporting individuals and families navigating grief, caregiving, chronic illness, and end-of-life transitions. 

While this type of support is not always sought out directly, many people are drawn to this work because they sense a deeper understanding of loss, uncertainty, and the emotional weight these experiences carry.


This perspective shapes how I hold space—with steadiness, care, and respect for each person’s unique process.


Life transitions and changes affect everyone in different ways.


If you’re unsure whether this type of support is the right fit, a brief consultation can help you explore your needs and decide what feels most appropriate.

We see clients in-person, by-telephone & virtually in Barrie & Orillia.