Grief and Loss

 

Loss can touch our lives in many different ways. It may be the death of someone you love, the end of a relationship, a change in health, the loss of a job, a shift in family circumstances, or the loss of the life you thought you would have.

Grief is a natural response to loss, but that doesn't make it easy. It can feel heavy, confusing, and at times overwhelming. You may experience a wide range of emotions, including sadness, anger, guilt, numbness, relief, anxiety, or feelings that are difficult to put into words.

Grief doesn't follow a straight line, and there is no right or wrong way to experience it. Some days may feel manageable, while others can feel unexpectedly difficult.

Loss can affect every part of life, including relationships, confidence, identity and emotional wellbeing.

You may recognise some of the following:

  • Feeling sad, tearful or low.
  • Struggling to make sense of what has happened.
  • Feeling angry or frustrated.
  • Experiencing guilt or regret.
  • Feeling numb or disconnected.
  • Finding it difficult to adjust to change.
  • Feeling isolated or misunderstood.
  • Struggling with uncertainty about the future.
  • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions.
  • Feeling overwhelmed by emotions.

How counselling can help

Counselling provides a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about your loss and your experiences.

My approach is primarily person-centred, which means you are met with understanding, empathy and acceptance. We work at your pace, allowing you to explore your thoughts and feelings safely and gently, without pressure to grieve in a particular way.

Together, we can begin to make sense of your loss, understand the impact it has had on your life, and find ways of carrying it that feel a little less overwhelming.

Where it feels helpful, and with your agreement, I may also draw on gentle CBT-based techniques to support you in managing difficult thoughts and emotions as they arise.

There is no right way to grieve. The depth of our grief often reflects the depth of our love and connection. Whatever your loss, and whatever your experience of grief, you don't have to go through it alone.