Bereavement counselling

[Lucisky]

Has any one here had it? Did it help you? What happens? The reason I am asking is I have had a lot of personal loss over the last few years, and I don't know if my feeling are par for the course, or whether I need some help. However, I am a buttoned up sort of person, really a stiff upper lip, and find sharing feelings difficult. I was brought up to believe you don't make a fuss, put a brave face on and get on with things. Can anyone tell me their experience of it, good or bad?

I had it when my DF passed away, 10 years ago. It was immensely helpful. It was painful, helped me understand my feelings and ultimately gave me a sense of calm. You never get over grief but it gave me the peace I needed to live with it. I would recommend it, and make sure you get a therapist you click with. I found mine via a charity and paid £10 per session, so doesn't have to be expensive.

Good luck, I hope you find the peace you need

Me too. I actually felt "guilty" going for it (it was my DM). I mentioned that at my first session and was told there is no hierarchy for grief, be it the loss of a parent (as an adult), a child or partner/spouse (however, my sessions were adults only, if that makes sense).
It really helped me, even just to realise that I was not being just pathetic about losing an elderly parent etc.

Yes - it was hugely helpful after my DF died last year. It was free through the local hospice, but they were involved in his care.

I've gone on to have more counselling to tackle other parts of my life that I need clarity on. Its money well spent in my book.