From Grief to Peace 

My journey with loss

Grief has touched my life in many forms.  Over the years, I have experienced the heartbreak of losing my grandfather on Christmas morning, the challenges of moving abroad at an early age and moving back three years later, the loss of my beloved childhood rescue dog who was like a soul mate, and the passing of three close relatives within a few months of each other.  I have said goodbye to my grandmother through the cruel journey of Dementia and more recently my mother in law to Alzheimer’s, and the loss of other beloved pets.  Like many I have also grieved the loss of my business as it once was, the separation from loved ones and friends, the loss of freedom and normality we all experienced during the pandemic.

For a long time I became an expert in appearing strong.  I wore a brave face, holding space for everyone else, but inside I was quietly carrying sadness, overwhelm, anxiety and the comfort-eating that followed.  Physically, my grief showed up as tension, aches and sleepless nights.

I remember how my grandfather’s death altered this time of celebration for many years for me.  It wasn’t until I had my children that the magic of Christmas returned slowly.  Even then it took four years post his passing and the act of moving out of his house for the grief to truly surface.  Closing that door felt like closing that last tangible link to him and I fell apart.  yet through my own healing journey I have come to know that love remains and our connection endures beyond physical presence.

Grief and Bereavement Counselling

Today I am honoured to work as a Grief & Bereavement Counsellor, guiding others through their own unique journey of loss with compassion, understanding and hope.  I have undertaken Specialist Practitioner Grief Training with Janice Thompson, one of the leading voices in the filed, deepening my ability to help you navigate grief in a way that honours both your pain and your resilience.

Alongside my professional qualifications, my lived experience means I meet you not just as a practitioner but as someone who truly understands how loss can shape, shake and ultimately transform us.

I regularly invest in continuing professional development (CPD) courses to enhance the tools and techniques I offer, ensuring you have a safe, nurturing and non-judgemental space to process your emotions at your own pace.