PARENTAL LOSS

The loss of a parent during midlife can bring an additional layer of emotional complexity, leaving many women feeling unanchored and overwhelmed. Balancing the care of aging parents while raising children can lead to profound stress and grief.

DIVORCE

Midlife often brings significant relationship changes, including divorce. The end of a marriage can feel like the loss of a life once envisioned, triggering feelings of grief and uncertainty about the future. Becoming a single mom can lead to a new beginning but there is still a need to process the life you believed you were going to have.

YOUR CHILDREN GROWING UP

As children grow up and leave home, many moms experience a deep sense of loss and a shift in identity. This transition can bring a mix of pride and sadness, making it a critical time for support. Therapy allows you to explore new opportunities for personal growth and fulfillment as you adjust to this new phase of life.

FRIENDSHIPS

Midlife often brings changes in friendships and social circles. Friends you believed were family may shift or end. Perhaps it is also the opportunity to let old friendships go, but this still causes grief. The loss of long-standing connections can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness.

COMPLEX GRIEF

Being in an antagonistic relationship can create a unique type of grief, compounded by emotional abuse, gaslighting, and trauma bonding. This complex grief requires specialized support and understanding. Dr. Cynthia’s expertise in trauma bonding and generational trauma provides a pathway to healing, helping you break free from toxic patterns and reclaim your sense of self-worth.

AGING

The aging process itself can bring about a sense of grief, as women grapple with changes in their bodies, menopause, health, and decline in physical capabilities. This can be accompanied by a mourning of lost youth and the realization of life's impermanence. Dr. Cynthia looks at all facets of aging including physical, mental, and spiritual.