Grief and Bereavement Counselling in Bath
Grief and bereavement counselling in Bath offers a confidential place to speak about loss, make sense of changing emotions and find support at your own pace. I work with adults experiencing grief and loss at my Bath practice and online.
Bereavement can follow the death of someone important, but grief is not limited to death. People may also grieve the end of a relationship, loss of health or identity, infertility, retirement, estrangement, a move, a change in family life or the future they expected to have.
There is no right way to grieve
Grief is deeply personal. Feelings may include sadness, anger, guilt, relief, numbness, anxiety or disbelief, sometimes changing from one hour or day to the next. You may feel overwhelmed by emotion or worry because you do not feel what you expected to feel.
There is no fixed timetable and no set of stages that everyone must complete in order. The relationship you had, the circumstances of the loss, earlier experiences and the support around you can all shape how grief is felt.
Counselling does not ask you to forget, “move on” or follow somebody else’s schedule. It can offer room to understand the meaning of the loss and how you might continue living while carrying what matters to you.
When bereavement counselling may help
Family and friends can be an important source of support, but sometimes it is hard to speak freely with people who are grieving too or who want you to feel better quickly. A confidential therapeutic relationship provides a different kind of space.
You may find counselling helpful if you are:
- feeling alone, stuck or overwhelmed after a loss
- experiencing guilt, regret, anger or unresolved questions
- struggling with sleep, concentration or daily routines
- supporting other people while having little space for yourself
- coping with a sudden, traumatic or complicated death
- facing an anniversary, significant date or major life event
- grieving before an expected death or change
- finding that an earlier loss has resurfaced
- adjusting to a changed role, identity or future
You do not need to decide whether your grief is “serious enough.” An introductory conversation can help us consider what you need and whether counselling with me feels right.
How grief counselling works
Our sessions are shaped around you. You may want to tell the story of the person, relationship or life that has been lost. You may need space for emotions that feel difficult to show elsewhere, or help understanding how the loss affects relationships, work and your sense of self.
At times we may focus on ways to care for yourself in the present. At other times the work may involve memories, unfinished conversations, conflicting feelings or the challenge of creating a life that has changed.
Grief can also connect with earlier experiences, relationship difficulties or trauma. I have particular experience in grief and loss, trauma and abuse, and relationship issues, so we can consider these connections without losing sight of your individual story.
Support after a traumatic loss
When a death or other loss was sudden, frightening or traumatic, grief may be accompanied by distressing memories, images or a strong sense of threat. We can discuss whether counselling, psychotherapy or another approach may be appropriate.
I am also a qualified EMDR practitioner. For some people, EMDR therapy may form part of carefully paced work with traumatic memories. It is not assumed to be suitable for everyone, and any decision is made collaboratively after assessment and preparation.
My approach
I offer a warm, respectful and non-judgemental space. I will not prescribe how you should grieve or compare your loss with anyone else’s. We can work with what is present, including silence, uncertainty and mixed emotions.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist, BACP Accredited Supervisor, FISPC and qualified EMDR practitioner. You can read more about my qualifications and experience and about my approach to counselling and psychotherapy.
Bereavement counselling in Bath and online
In-person appointments are held at 39 Grosvenor Place, Bath, BA1 6BA. I also offer online sessions, which can be helpful if travel, distance, health or caring responsibilities make attending in Bath difficult.
The fee is £65 for a 60-minute therapy session. Some lower-cost concessions may be available by discussion and agreement at the introductory session. Current information is on the fees page.
Current availability
I currently have availability for therapy. If you would like to ask about grief or bereavement counselling, you can begin with a short message. You do not need to explain everything in your first contact.
Contact Sue about grief and bereavement counselling in Bath or online.
Frequently asked questions
Is it too soon—or too late—to seek counselling?
There is no universal right time. Some people want support soon after a loss; others seek counselling months or years later. We can discuss what is happening for you now.
Does counselling try to help me forget the person who died?
No. Counselling can help you find your own way of living with the loss while recognising the continuing meaning of the relationship.
Can I talk about losses other than bereavement?
Yes. Grief can be connected with relationship endings, health, identity, family changes and other significant losses.
Can sessions take place online?
Yes. Online therapy is available alongside in-person appointments in Bath.
How do I arrange an introductory conversation?
Send a brief enquiry through the contact page. I will respond with current appointment options.
