What is grief and loss
Grief is a natural response to losing someone or something important to us. While grief is often associated with bereavement, it can also arise following the end of a relationship, loss of health, fertility challenges, redundancy, life transitions, or other significant changes. Grief is a deeply personal experience, and there is no “right” way to grieve.
Common signs and symptoms
- Intense sadness, longing, or yearning
- Feelings of numbness, shock, or disbelief
- Anger, guilt, or regret
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Withdrawing from others or feeling disconnected
- Anxiety about the future
- Physical sensations such as fatigue, tension, or heaviness
How I work
Grief can bring a complex mix of emotions that may feel overwhelming or difficult to express. I offer a compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experience at your own pace. Through talking therapy, we can make sense of the impact of the loss and how it has affected your life, relationships, and sense of self.
As an Art Psychotherapist, I can also offer creative ways of exploring grief when words feel insufficient. Art-making can help express emotions, memories, and experiences that are difficult to articulate, while creating opportunities for reflection, meaning-making, and connection. Where appropriate, CBT-informed approaches may help address unhelpful thought patterns, anxiety, or difficulties adjusting to life after loss.
Together, we can work towards understanding your grief, honouring what has been lost, and finding ways to move forward while carrying the significance of that relationship or experience with you.
