Grief is not something to fix—it is an expression of love and meaning. Whether you are mourning a death, the end of a relationship, or a change in health or identity, counselling provides a steady space to feel, remember, and slowly reorient.
How grief and loss may show up
- Waves of sadness, anger, or numbness that catch you off guard.
- Difficulties concentrating or completing daily tasks.
- Changes in sleep, appetite, or energy levels.
- Feeling isolated because others expect you to be “over it” oor to have "moved on".
- Questioning identity or purpose after a significant loss.
- Revisiting memories repeatedly, unsure how to move forward.
Why grieving can feel complicated
Every relationship is unique, so grief does not follow a linear path.
Cultural expectations, unfinished conversations, and practical responsibilities can add layers of complexity. Some losses are disenfranchised—such as miscarriage, pet loss, or estranged family members—making it harder to receive support.
Without a dedicated space to honour your experience, grief may feel overwhelming or invisible.
How counselling supports you through loss
Therapy offers a consistent weekly time to tell the story of your loss, express emotions, and explore meaning. We work at your pace, integrating rituals, memory work, and coping strategies that resonate with you.
The goal of bereavement therapy is not to forget but to carry your grief in a way that feels more bearable.
Approaches we may use
- Grief-informed counselling to validate your experience and honour your relationship with the person or future you lost.
- Pluralistic therapy to tailor the work to spiritual, cultural, or personal preferences.
- EMDR resourcing if traumatic memories or flashbacks are present.
- Meaning-centred exploration to help you reimagine life while staying connected to what matters.
Support for men processing grief
Men can receive limited permission to grieve openly. Therapy offers a place to cry, rage, or sit in silence without needing to appear strong for others.
Affirming grief support for LGBTQ+ clients
Queer and trans grief can involve chosen family, complex legal recognition, or historical trauma. I provide an affirming space to acknowledge these layers and find support that reflects your community.
Grief counselling FAQs
Is it too late to start grief therapy years after the loss?
Grief has no expiry date. If and when you feel ready, we can sit with what the loss means now, regardless of when it happened.
Can we include remembrance rituals in sessions?
We can create or adapt rituals, letter writing, or storytelling practices that help you stay connected.
What if I am supporting others through the same loss?
We explore how to balance caregiving with your own grief, while acknowledging that responsibilities outside therapy may still feel heavy.
Do sessions focus only on sadness?
We honour all emotions, including relief, anger, or even moments of joy. Your experience is welcome in its entirety.
Next steps
Book a consultation to share your loss and what support would feel helpful. If we work together, your weekly session at the same time becomes a refuge for grief and the gradual rebuilding that follows.