When Grief Hits You Out of Nowhere: What’s Really Going On?
Find out how and why grief can hit you out of nowhere, and what ways counselling can help you through these moments of grief.
I Thought I Was Coping, Why Am I Falling Apart Now?
If you thought you were coping but now feel overwhelmed by grief, you're not alone. Discover why emotions can surface long after a loss and how counselling can help you understand and navigate your bereavement.
Why Does Grief Feel Worse Months Later? The Delayed Impact No One Talks About
Many people find grief becomes more intense months after a loss. Learn why delayed grief happens, what it can feel like, and when bereavement counselling may help you process your emotions with compassion and support.
Disenfranchised Grief: When Your Loss Is Not Acknowledged
Have you ever experienced a significant loss, only to be met with comments like "at least it wasn't..." or "you'll get over it soon"? Perhaps your grief has been dismissed, minimised, or simply not recognised by those around you. As a counsellor in Beaconsfield, I've supported many individuals experiencing what's known as disenfranchised grief, and […]
Is There a Right Way to Grieve?
“Am I doing this right?” This is one of the most common questions I hear in my counselling practice in Beaconsfield from people who are grieving. If you’ve found yourself wondering whether you’re grieving correctly, or feeling pressured to move through your loss in a particular way, you’re not alone. […]
How Bereavement Counselling Can Help When Friends Cannot
When someone we love dies, the people around us often want desperately to help. Friends and family rally round, meals are dropped off, kind messages arrive, and for a while, you feel held by the people who care about you. […]