Bereavement is the painful feeling of grief when we lose someone or something close to us such as the death of a parent, child or spouse, the ending of a relationship or the loss of a home or job we loved. Death and loss are an unavoidable part of life which many people find hard to come to terms with and sometimes find they cannot move on. It is inevitable and understandable to feel shocked, frightened, sad, angry, even numb. This is part of the normal grieving process but if the loss or death cannot be accepted and processed this can lead to mental health issues such as depression and feelings of an inability to cope.
The first initial response to loss or death is one of Shock and disbelief.
Sometimes Denial follows as most people find it very difficult to come to
terms with the reality that a loved one has died, or they have lost something
or someone precious to them. It is usual for some to experience Anger and
sometimes guilt. Sadness, sometimes leading to Depression can follow which
can include symptoms of anxiety, sleep disturbance, loss of appetite, lack
of motivation, exhaustion, irritability, social withdrawal and physical symptoms.
Our Bereavement Counsellors can help you process
your difficult feelings by exploring with you how you are feeling and help
you go through the grieving process by enabling you to express your feelings
of pain, anger, numbness, depression , fear, etc in a safe and confidential
space and will offer you sympathy and understanding. We can help you understand
the grieving process, help you accept the loss, help you with coping mechanisms
and help you cope with the adjustments that will inevitably take place in
your life as a result of your loss. The Bereavement process can last for a
considerable period of time and counselling can support and help you during
this difficult time.
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Exploring and working through very painful feelings
Gain self-understanding and insight into your feelings and thoughts that contribute
to the Bereavement
Understanding the stages of grief
Develop coping strategies to deal with the feelings of loss
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