Licensed and experienced therapist providing counselling in a safe and supportive environment. In-person and online sessions available.
Losing someone or something that matters to you changes how you navigate your daily life. It can become difficult to concentrate, sleep well, or even find the energy for routine tasks. Life-shaping events—such as the death of a loved one or a divorce—create a significant, often unexpected shift in your world.
I’m Lylla Goheen, the Registered Psychotherapist behind NuEra Therapy, based in Etobicoke. I provide grief counselling in Toronto and across Ontario, both in person and online. Therapy is built on trust, which is why I operate a solo practice. When you book with me, we work one-on-one throughout your entire healing process. You will always have a dedicated, familiar professional in your corner who deeply understands where you started and where you are going.
Grief rarely looks just like crying peacefully in a quiet room. It is messy, unpredictable, and often shows up in strange ways that can make you feel like you are losing your grip.
Through personalized grief counselling, we make sense of these reactions together. Grief doesn’t just affect your mood; it impacts your whole system. In addition to the standard signs like tearfulness and sorrow, you might experience:
If several of these signs persist for a prolonged period, professional support can be highly beneficial. My approach to grief counselling is evidence-based and collaborative, meaning we will work together to identify the best strategies for your specific needs. I draw on supportive counselling, mindfulness skills, and structured therapies (when appropriate) for complicated or traumatic grief.
Often, the hardest part of loss isn’t just the sadness—it is the pressure we put on ourselves afterward. You might find yourself quietly panicking, asking: “Am I grieving wrong?” or “Shouldn’t I be over this by now?”
Many people also withdraw because they are terrified of burdening their friends. You might notice the people around you going back to their normal lives, leaving you feeling like you have to pretend you are fine so you don’t exhaust them. In therapy, you never have to pretend. There is no timeline, no “correct” way to grieve, and you are never a burden here.
Grief counselling is not about “getting over” a loss; it is about learning to carry it without it governing your daily life. Counselling gives that process structure. In our sessions, we will focus on:
Oftentimes, my clients state that they feel completely alone in their grief. It can feel like people simply do not understand, leaving you unable to share in or participate in the joys of everyday life as it continues on around you. You might hear well-meaning but hurtful things from others, like, “Shouldn’t you be over it by now?” or “Why can’t you just be happy for me with my new news?”
It is incredibly hard to be present when a part of you is still pulled back into the past. Whatever type of loss you are carrying, this space is for you to process it without judgment.
Every loss listed here, and any that are not, is valid. If it matters to you, it is worth bringing into our sessions.
Sessions are available in person at my Etobicoke office or online for clients across Ontario. Virtual sessions are secure, confidential, and follow the same structure as in-person care, ensuring location is never a barrier to starting treatment. Appointment times can be arranged flexibly to fit your schedule.
Grief counselling is therapy focused on processing the emotional, physical, and cognitive effects of loss, and on building a sustainable way to live with that loss over time. I understand that grief can affect your sleep, concentration, relationships, and work; together, we will create practical strategies to support your day‑to‑day functioning.
If sadness, guilt, anxiety, or numbness have not eased after several weeks or months, or if grief is disrupting your sleep, concentration, or daily functioning, it is highly beneficial to seek support.
There is no fixed number of sessions. Duration depends on the nature of the loss, how long you have carried it, and what you are working toward. Progress is reviewed continually as treatment progresses, rather than fixed to a set timeline in advance.
No. Grief presents differently for each individual, and there is no fixed process or timeline it is expected to follow.
Yes. Secure, confidential online sessions are available to clients anywhere in Ontario, in addition to in-person sessions in Etobicoke.
Yes. Grief counselling applies to any significant loss—including divorce, job loss, and health changes—and is not strictly limited to death.
Psychotherapy is not covered by OHIP. However, because I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP), my services are covered by most extended health benefit plans. I recommend checking your specific insurance policy to see what coverage you have for psychological services or registered psychotherapists. I will provide you with a detailed receipt after each session that you can submit for reimbursement.
The consultation is a low-pressure, informal chat. It gives you a chance to briefly share what you are going through and ask any questions you might have about how I work. For me, it is a chance to ensure I have the right clinical background to support you. There is no obligation to book a full session afterward—it is simply about finding out if we are a good fit.
While they share symptoms like deep sadness, fatigue, and withdrawing from others, they are different. Grief usually comes in waves—you might feel intensely impacted by your loss, but still find moments of relief, connection, or even laughter in between. Depression tends to be a more constant, heavy cloud that does not lift in the same way. If you are unsure which you are experiencing, we can explore it together in our first session.
No. While my physical office is located in Etobicoke, I am licensed to provide registered psychotherapy to anyone residing anywhere in Ontario. We can conduct our sessions securely online, ensuring you get the support you need regardless of your exact location in the province.
A free 15-minute consultation offers a low-pressure way to see if this is the right fit for you.
647-254-0880 | contact@nueratherapy.com
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