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Grief & Bereavement Counselling

Grief is one of the most profound human experiences — and one of the most isolating. Whether you've lost a person, a relationship, a way of life, or something else entirely, grief deserves space, time and proper support. There is no right way to grieve, and no timeline.

Recognise Any of These?

  • Intense sadness, longing or missing the person
  • Disbelief, numbness or feeling disconnected
  • Anger, guilt or regret
  • Difficulty functioning day-to-day
  • Avoiding reminders, or the opposite — being unable to move forward
  • Anxiety about your own mortality
  • Physical symptoms — exhaustion, chest tightness, loss of appetite
  • Feeling that life has lost its meaning

Experiencing some of these doesn't mean you'll always feel this way. The right support can make a real difference.

How Therapy Can Help

Grief counselling provides a safe, non-judgmental space to express what you're carrying — without the pressure to 'move on' or 'get over it'. Carolyn will help you process loss at your own pace, make sense of what you're feeling, and find a way to carry the loss without being consumed by it.

Approaches Used

Person-centred therapyCompassion-focused approachesNarrative therapyGrief-informed practice

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Carolyn offers a no-obligation consultation to find out how she can help you specifically.

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Common Questions

Is it normal to grieve for years?

Grief has no fixed timeline. While acute grief usually softens over time, some people carry significant grief for many years — especially after sudden, traumatic or complicated losses. Therapy can help at any stage.

Can I have counselling for a loss other than a death?

Absolutely. Grief applies to any significant loss — the end of a relationship, a diagnosis, a job, a way of life. Any loss that matters to you is worth support.

More questions? See the full FAQ or get in touch directly.

You don't have to keep struggling

Taking the first step is the hardest part. Book a free 20-minute consultation — no commitment, just a conversation.

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