What is Grief, Bereavement or Loss Counselling?
After a bereavement or a loss it is common to experience varying complex and overwhelming emotions. Counselling can help you navigate and explore those emotions.
Over time, bereavement, grief and loss counselling allows you to talk about the person who has died or the loss you have experienced, helping you to explore the feelings you may be having and to understand the impact of the loss as you move forwards. In sessions, I will work with you to understand your own unique grieving process and provide support to help you develop coping strategies to use in the present and into the future.
As a grief, bereavement and loss counsellor I offer a safe space to express and process your grief/loss, helping you find your own personal and meaningful understanding as you move forwards. The goal in counselling is not to ‘move on’ or ‘get over’ grief, but to find a way through the grief or loss, helping you to move forward with a sense of strength and clarity.
If you are struggling after a loss or bereavement, you may benefit from talking to a counsellor. You may also find it beneficial to talk to someone who is outside of your immediate circle of family and friends.
Grief is a personal journey and whilst there are common signs that we share in our experiences, every person is different. Your feelings of loss and grief are unique to you!
Counselling can provide a safe place to explore these feelings and gain a better understanding of the grieving process.
What happens in counselling?
Firstly, I place a great emphasis on ensuring that you feel comfortable and safe in sessions, ensuring that you have the opportunity to talk in your own time. There is no time limit to the amount of sessions offered, they are arranged on a session-by-session basis, this way you can be assured that you do not feel rushed to speak about your grief or loss in just a few sessions.
In our sessions I will work with you to help you identify any unresolved emotions or feelings around the bereavement or loss, offering practical and sustainable coping strategies. You may feel it helpful to talk about how the loss has impacted your life, but also how other areas in your life have been impacted too.
Throughout our sessions, I will provide you with tools to manage your grief, focusing on your own health and wellbeing and developing your own ‘new-normal’.
How do you arrange support?
I always offer a 30-minute free consultation to all my clients. I will explain about Seeds in Time, the important aspect of confidentiality and how sessions are arranged. I will also ask about the nature of your loss or bereavement so I can ensure that this type of support would be beneficial. It is also an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about counselling.
We will discuss your needs with regards to the frequency of sessions and arranging them on a date and time which works around your current commitments. I will also discuss the session fees.
When to start counselling?
Everyone experiences a loss or bereavement differently, there is certainly, a ‘no size fits all’ approach. Some people may wish to seek support straight after a loss, whilst others may need an undefined period of time. Whether it is a few weeks or a few years, there is no time frame for seeking support. It is important to listen to your own emotional needs and make contact when you feel ready.
To ensure timely access to support, I strive to maintain short waiting lists. Appointments are typically scheduled within 10 working days following the initial free consultation.
I can help you with: (not exhaustive)
Grief/Bereavement support (recent or past)
Loss associated with relationships
Loss of personal health & wellbeing
Staff support (for employees or employers)
Pet Loss
End of Life Support (for individuals and families)
Long-term Illness support (individuals and families)
About Jo Goodwin-Worton
In 2019 my life changed when at only 41, my late-husband sadly died after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Gastro-Oesophageal cancer in 2018.
After seeking grief support myself, it inspired me to use my experience to help others who find themselves grieving after a loss or bereavement.
I know that I can never understand another person's grief as all our experiences are personal and unique, however through my first-hand experience, I can relate to all the complex and often overwhelming thoughts and feelings you may have.
I am an elected Fellow of the Society of Bereavement Practitioners (FSBP).
The Society of Bereavement Practitioners (SoBP) is the independent professional membership organisation for anyone working or volunteering with bereaved people and their families. The SoBP represents a public commitment to the aims of the Society and to ethical practice and the highest professional standards in the field.
A fellowship reflects the considerable commitment and achievement by Jo, in all aspects of bereavement and loss support. It shows a commitment to promoting and encouraging the highest standards of education, training, and ethical and professional conduct throughout all aspects of Seeds In Time.
I hold a Fellowship of the ACCPH
(Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists)
Fellows of ACCPH are required to follow our Code of Ethics and Practice, have insurance and complete annual CPD requirements.
Offering ACCPH Fellowship shows a high level of commitment and professional understanding. It is an acknowledgement and high achievement of professionals working in mental health and coaching roles across the world.
The ACCPH offer a maximum of 6 people a year Fellow status.
Membership in the Grief Specialists Directory shows a commitment to supporting people with grief, bereavement or loss. As a Specialist it demonstrated and provides assurance that I offer professional support and resources to guide you through your grief journey.
I am a member of the Grief Specialists Directory.
I am a published author of 2 books:
Caring For Cancer The Real Journey
https://amzn.eu/d/b6Pnidg
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Academia
BSc University Degree (specialising in Psychology/Counselling)
University Diploma of Higher Education in Psychology
University Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology
Level 5 Advanced Diploma: Bereavement Counselling
& Thanatology
CPD Accredited Trauma-Informed Counselling Course
Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Child Psychology
Level 4 Diploma in Counselling & CBT
Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Health Coaching
Level 3 Diploma in Bereavement & Grief Counselling
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
CPD Accredited Diploma in CBT
BSc Open Degree - Specialising in Health & Social Care
Diploma - Health & Social Welfare
07359 338044
Seedsintime@outlook.com
Evening appointments available. FREE 30 minute consultation appointment.
Appointments are offered within 10-15 working days of consultation
Appointments are available face-to-face (Stafford), online or via telephone
£35 per session
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