Bereavement Counselling

Losing someone you love can leave you feeling adrift and overwhelmed, no matter your age. You might find yourself wrestling with questions like, "Should I be feeling happy or enjoying myself when someone I love has died?", "Will this pain ever end?", or "How can I ever pick up the pieces?"  Perhaps, you're wondering " How long is grief?" or feeling like you simply "can't go on."  These are all natural responses to profound loss.  

 

For many, especially children and young people, bereavement can bring a wave of other difficulties to the surface, or make existing challenges feel even more intense.  Anxiety - whether it's a general sense of worry, social anxiety, or pressure related to school or work can become a constant companion.  Difficulties fitting in, perhaps as a neurodivergent individual, can feel magnified.  Anger might be hard to manage, and past traumas can resurface.  Issues you thought were under control, like depression, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts, can become prominent again, making daily life feel like an uphill battle.

 

It's okay to feel sad, frustrated, angry, helpless, and hopeless.  These emotions are a testament to what you are experiencing.  I will provide you with a space where you can be truly yourself, vulnerable, and open, without any need to hide how you genuinely feel. You will be compassionately supported as you navigate the complex journey of grief.  We can explore your feelings, find ways to remember your loved one, and work towards integrating this loss into your life. 

 

Take the next step towards support

 

If what you've read resonates with you, and you feel that I might be the right person to support you or your child through your current challenges, I warmly invite you to take the next step.

 

You can book a free, no-obligation introductory call with me.  This is a chance for us to briefly discuss what you're looking for, for you to ask any questions you might have, and for us to see if we feel like a good fit to work together. 

 

Reaching out is a significant step, and I look forward to hearing from you.

 

Counselling is not an emergency service.  If you are feeling actively suicidal, it is important to get help immediately by calling 999 or NHS 111.  Other non-emergency support you can call is the Samaritans at 116 123 or text SHOUT to 85258 for text-based support.  All services are available 24/7.