Finding Healing After Loss and Finding Your Way Forward.
Are you struggling to cope with loss? Grief is a universal experience. It’s a natural response to loss, whether it’s the passing of a loved one, a broken relationship, a miscarriage, the loss of a pet, or even a significant life change like a job loss or moving away.
At Skills4LifePsychology, we understand the complexity of grief. We offer compassionate and personalised grief & loss counselling services to help you navigate this challenging time.
- Coping with the death of a family member or friend
- Navigating the emotional turmoil of miscarriage or fertility issues
- Healing from the breakdown of a significant or marriage
- Loss of a pet
- A significant life change leading to the loss of identity or purpose
- Adjusting to life transitions such as job loss, moving, or retirement
- Relocating to a new place and leaving behind the familiar
- Health-related losses, such as the loss of mobility or chronic illness
- The impact of aging, including caring for aging parents or facing one’s own mortality
Understanding Grief & Loss:
Grief is a complex, deeply personal experience. While grief commonly manifests as sadness, it can also encompass a range of emotions, including shock, anger, guilt, and loneliness. The intensity and duration of your grief will be unique, just like the relationship you had with what (or whom) you lost. Recognising that grief isn’t one-size-fits-all, we understand the importance of acknowledging and respecting your unique journey through loss. It’s essential to confront and process these feelings to begin the healing process.
What You Might Be Experiencing:
Physical symptoms: Fatigue, changes in appetite or sleep patterns, difficulty concentrating, headaches, body aches
Difficulties with daily life: Loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy, problems at work or school, social withdrawal, neglecting responsibilities
Struggling to come to terms with the loss: Yearning for the person or thing you lost, feeling lost or without purpose
How can we help?
In the face of loss, the path to acceptance and healing may seem distant. There’s no right or wrong way to grieve. However, unaddressed grief can have a profound impact on your mental and emotional well-being. It can manifest as physical symptoms, disrupt your daily life, and make it difficult to move forward.
With Grief & Loss Counselling at Skills4LifePsycholgy, we adopt a client-centred approach, ensuring that every therapeutic journey is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. Our therapy sessions are grounded in empathy, respect, and mutual trust, fostering an environment where you feel heard, supported, and understood. We believe in the power of building strong therapeutic relationships, facilitating a space where exploration and change can occur.
We will:
- Create a safe space to express your emotions. We offer a supportive environment where you can openly express your feelings of grief, anger, sadness, or guilt without judgement. Help you find clarity on your feelings and the impact of your loss
- Develop healthy coping strategies. We’ll equip you with tools to manage difficult emotions and navigate the practicalities associated with loss
- Process your unique experience. No two grief journeys are alike. We tailor our approach to your specific needs and circumstances, honouring the depth of your relationship with what (or whom) you lost
- Find meaning and purpose amidst loss. We can help you explore ways to honour your loved one’s memory or find meaning in the loss you’ve experienced
- Move forward with hope and resilience. We’ll help you to build emotional resilience and strength. Assist you in rediscovering joy and balance, even in the wake of profound grief
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Grief counselling doesn’t erase the pain, but it can help you navigate it. If you’re struggling to cope with loss, you don’t have to go through this alone. To begin your journey towards renewal by scheduling an appointment through our online booking system or reaching out directly and start your journey toward healing and acceptance.
Location:
Unit 18, 192 Delancey St,
Ormiston, QLD, 4160
Local areas we Service:
Redlands, Brisbane.
Telehealth appointments available throughout Australia.
Phone:
0477 187 768
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Acknowledgement:
Skills4LifePsychology would like to acknowledge the Quandamooka People, Traditional Owners of the lands, winds and waters we call Redlands.
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