Bereavement, grief, and loss are experiences we will all face at some point in our lives — but that doesn’t make them any easier to navigate. There’s no set timeline for grief, and it can appear unexpectedly, even long after a loss has occurred.

You may be coping with more than one type of loss, and over time, this can affect your wellbeing in ways you might not have anticipated.

As a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, I specialise in supporting people through bereavement, grief, and loss. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to adjust to life after losing someone or something important. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. I’m here to listen with empathy and without judgement, and to gently support you in finding balance and meaning as you move forward.

When we think of loss, usually the loss of a loved one comes to mind however, there are many different types of loss:

• Loss of a loved one

• Loss of your future self, hopes and dreams

• Loss of a relationship

• Loss of a job

• Loss of a pet

• Loss of identity/sense of self

• Loss of pregnancy or infertility

• Loss of home or possessions

Types Of Grief

There are different types of grief:

Anticipatory Grief – This relates to the feelings of grief that occur before an impending loss, such as the death of a loved one due to a terminal illness, an anticipated job loss or divorce.

Delayed Grief – This occurs when the emotional processing of a loss is significantly delayed by days, weeks or months after the event. This can happen where the loss was unexpected and therefore a shock or when someone puts the needs of others before themselves.

Complicated Grief – This is where persistent and intense symptoms of grief are experienced that impact on daily life, which lasts beyond six months after a loss.

Cumulative Grief – This occurs when a person experiences multiple losses within a short space of time or where a previous loss wasn’t addressed before the next one happens.

Emotions Associated With Grief

Bereavement, Grief and Loss can result in many mixed emotions, some of them not always obvious – Are you able to relate to any of the feelings below:

• Sadness

• Shock

• Denial

• Anger

• Guilt

• Relief

• Fear

• Yearning

• Anxiety

If you’re struggling with loss and need someone to talk to, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Get in touch today for a confidential, no-obligation chat to see how I can support you on your healing journey.