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Antidote for HopeJoshua R. Petty, PMHNP-BC
Care · Specialties

Grief & Loss

Bereavement, anticipatory grief and losses that don't get named.

Grief is not a disorder, and it does not run on a schedule. But it can tip into depression, insomnia and panic — and it deserves support long before that. Loss of a person, a marriage, a career or a version of yourself all belong here.

How care usually works

First we tell the difference between grief and depression, because the treatment differs. Support focuses on sleep, function and steady footing, with medication used only where it clearly helps.

What we focus on

  • Grief-versus-depression assessment
  • Sleep and appetite stabilization
  • Meaning-centered and positive-psychology work
  • Referral to grief-specific therapy when useful

Let's start with a conversation

Virtual appointments, evenings and weekends included. Send a request and you'll hear back with available times.

Medical Disclaimer

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). For a life-threatening emergency, dial 911. This site is not monitored and is not a substitute for emergency care.

The information on this site is for general educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Reading this site does not create a clinician–patient relationship. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for personal guidance. Mentions of medications, devices, or procedures are informational and not endorsements. Full medical disclaimer.

Some listed indications involve investigational/off-label use.