Bereavement Counselling for Grief & Loss


Bereavement is the feeling of grief when we lose someone or something close to us. Death and loss are an inevitable part of life; shock, numbness, anger and sadness form part of the natural grievng process. However, if left unprocessed, such losses can leave us with emotional scars and long term difficulties including mental health issues.

What are the Stages of Bereavement, Grief and Loss?
The first usual response to a bereavement is one of Shock and Disbelief.
Denial, normally follows, as the bereaving find it difficult to accept the reality of the loss. It is normal to experience Anger and even Guilt. A period of Depression can follow which can include symptoms such as sleeplessness, irritability, loss of motivation, social withdrawal, changes in appetite and physical pains. At some stage the bereaved move to a position of Acceptance.

How can Counselling & Psychotherapy help with Bereavement/Grief?
If you are experiencing grief or loss (death of a loved one, divorce, redundancy, miscarriage/abortion, moving home, children leaving home or personal injury/illness), counselling can help you process it in a more healthy way. Bereavement counsellors offer you a space to explore your feelings in confidential and safe space. Bereavement Counselling can help you through the grieving process  - to process the painful emotions, to accept the loss, to make relevant adjustments and to help discover productive coping mechanisms. The bereavement process is usually a lengthy one, and counselling can support you during this difficult time on either a short or longer-term basis.



Issues for Grief/Loss Counselling
• Death of a loved one
• Miscarriage/Abortion
• Personal Injury/Illness
• Redundancy
• Moving Home
• End of Relationship
• Children Moving Away