Grief therapy and grief coaching both offer meaningful support — but they’re not the same. This post breaks down the key differences between grief therapy and grief coaching, including who each is for, how they work, and when one might be more supportive than the other. You’ll learn how licensure and scope of practice matter, why transparency is essential when seeking grief support, and how some licensed grief therapists can ethically offer both. Whether you’re deep in the pain of loss or beginning to imagine life beyond it, this guide helps you choose the support that meets you where you are.