When Grief Feels Unreal: Understanding Dissociation in the Grieving Process
Have you ever felt oddly detached or 'unreal' while grieving? As if you're watching your life from afar, or the world around you has become dreamlike? If so, you might be experiencing dissociation, a common but often misunderstood aspect of grief. As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West London, […]
Complicated Grief: When Loss Lingers and Healing Stalls
Have you found yourself struggling to move forward months or even years after experiencing a significant loss? Are you feeling stuck in your grief, unable to resume your normal life activities? If so, you might be experiencing what's known as complicated grief. As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West […]
Beyond Sadness: Unexpected Consequences of Grief
Have you ever felt that your experience of grief was more complex than just sadness? As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West London, I've observed that grief often manifests in ways that might surprise you. While we commonly associate grief with feelings of sadness and loss, it can lead […]
Hidden Heartache: Understanding Disenfranchised Grief
Have you ever felt deep sadness or loss, but struggled to express it because others didn't seem to understand or validate your grief? You might be experiencing disenfranchised grief, a complex and often misunderstood form of mourning. As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West London, I've seen how this […]