US Medical Term · mental-health
Grief Counseling
Consejería por duelo
Also: Asesoramiento por duelo (regional variant)
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Grief Counseling |
| Spanish (Español) | Consejería por duelo |
| Chinese (中文) | 哀傷輔導 |
| Korean (한국어) | 애도 상담 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Tư vấn tiếc thương |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Grief counseling |
| Portuguese (Português) | Aconselhamento para o luto |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | การให้คำปรึกษาด้านความเศร้าโศก |
| Japanese (日本語) | グリーフカウンセリング |
What it means
Grief counseling is a form of therapy that supports people who are coping with loss — the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a serious illness, or another significant life change. Grief is a natural human response to loss, but for some people it becomes prolonged or complicated and significantly impairs daily functioning. A grief counselor or therapist helps you process your feelings, develop healthy coping strategies, and find meaning after loss without rushing or minimizing your pain. Grief counseling may be covered by insurance when it is delivered by a licensed therapist or clinical social worker. Many hospice and hospital programs also offer free or low-cost grief support groups.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I lost my spouse recently and I am struggling to cope — I would like to see a grief counselor.
Perdí a mi cónyuge recientemente y me cuesta sobrellevarlo — me gustaría ver a un consejero de duelo.
Does my insurance cover grief counseling sessions with a licensed therapist?
¿Mi seguro cubre sesiones de consejería por duelo con un terapeuta licenciado?
Are there grief support groups in my area for people who have lost a child?
¿Hay grupos de apoyo por duelo en mi área para personas que han perdido a un hijo?
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Last reviewed: September 2026