You feel alone in your grief.
You may be surrounded by people and still feel that nobody truly understands what you're carrying.
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IF THIS FEELS FAMILIAR
When You're Grieving, the Loneliness Can Feel Like Another Loss.
You have tried to find support.
Perhaps you've tried talking to friends, attending support groups, seeking counseling, or simply waiting for time to help.
You want to feel like yourself again.
You miss feeling connected to life, having a sense of direction, or being able to look forward to something.
You don't want to forget the person you lost.
You want a way forward that honors your loved one — not one that makes moving forward feel like leaving them behind.
You don't have to pretend you're fine to begin healing.
MEET TERRI
I'm Terri Tyson. You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, a nationally board-certified chaplain, and the creator of the Lighthouse Within Method™.
My work centers on helping people navigate grief, the isolation that can follow loss, and the challenge of finding a meaningful way forward.
I believe healing doesn't mean forgetting. It means finding ways to carry your love and your loss while gradually making room for life again.
Learn More About Terri →THE LIGHTHOUSE WITHIN METHOD™
A Different Way to Navigate Grief
The Lighthouse Within Method™ is designed for people navigating grief who feel isolated, misunderstood, or unsure how to begin moving forward. It offers a structured way to explore the experience of grief, recognize the challenges that keep you feeling stuck, and develop practical ways to build support and rediscover purpose.
A preview of the practical tools
- Mapping the emotional challenges of grief and isolation.
- Exploring patterns that contribute to feeling unsupported.
- Identifying sources of meaningful support.
- Developing ways to navigate difficult emotional periods.
- Creating personal rituals and practices that help honor loss.
AT THE HEART OF THE METHODTerri describes five shifts that help an isolated griever move from “drowning in silent pain” toward wanting to live fully again. Official names and descriptions are pending approval.
Five shifts, from silent pain toward light
1 Shift 1
2 Shift 2
3 Shift 3
4 Shift 4
5 Shift 5
COUNSELING WITH TERRI
Compassionate Support for Life's Hardest Seasons
Grief, anxiety, stress, depression, and major life transitions can leave you feeling uncertain about what comes next. Terri offers personalized telehealth counseling in a compassionate, confidential setting where you can explore what you're experiencing and work toward meaningful change.
Grief and Loss
Support for navigating bereavement, significant loss, and the changes that follow.
Anxiety and Stress
A supportive space to explore difficult feelings, stressors, and ways to move forward.
Life Transitions
Guidance for navigating periods of uncertainty, change, and adjustment.
Self-Esteem and Emotional Well-Being
Space to explore self-worth, emotional challenges, and personal growth.
The counseling pathway
Interested in one-on-one counseling? Start with a free 15-minute telehealth consultation — separate from the free training.
Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation →OUR APPROACH
Healing Doesn't Mean Forgetting.
You can continue to love the person you've lost while discovering new ways to live with that loss. Healing doesn't require you to rush, perform, or pretend. It begins with having space to understand what you're experiencing and finding a way forward that feels meaningful to you.
At Your Own Pace
Every person's experience of grief is different. There is no timeline you must keep.
With Compassion
A welcoming, confidential, and judgment-free space where you can be honest about how you are.
Without Forgetting
Moving forward does not mean erasing your connection to the person you love.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Clinical training. Pastoral care. A method built for grief.
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois
- Nationally board-certified chaplain
- Ordained minister
- Creator of the Lighthouse Within Method™
FAQS
Questions you may have
What services does Terri offer?
Terri offers telehealth counseling for grief and loss, anxiety and stress, life transitions, and emotional well-being. She also offers an educational free training about The Lighthouse Within Method™.
What is the Lighthouse Within Method™?
It is Terri's structured approach for exploring grief, reducing isolation, identifying support and gradually rediscovering purpose while honoring a loved one.
What is the free Master Class?
An approximately 30-minute introduction to grief support and Terri's Lighthouse Within Method™.
How do I book a consultation?
Use the consultation request form below to share your contact details. A live scheduling system must be connected before appointments can be confirmed online.
Are telehealth counseling sessions available?
Yes. Terri provides telehealth counseling, subject to clinical suitability and licensure requirements.
What can I expect in early sessions?
Early sessions provide space to share what you're facing, discuss your goals, and collaboratively determine a helpful direction.
Is insurance accepted?
Please confirm insurance, rates, and payment details directly with Terri before scheduling.
FREE 15-MINUTE CONSULTATION
Let's Start With a Conversation.
If you're considering counseling and would like to learn more, a free 15-minute telehealth consultation is an opportunity to connect with Terri, briefly discuss what brings you here, and explore whether working together may be a good fit.
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YOU ARE NOT ALONE
You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone.
Whether you're ready to explore the free training or considering a conversation about counseling, there is a place to begin.