Bereavement Counselling in Brentwood & Shenfield (CM15)
Compassionate grief support from a male bereavement counsellor in Shenfield, near Brentwood, Essex.
If you are grieving the loss of someone close — a parent, partner, friend, sibling, or colleague — you don’t have to go through it alone. Bereavement counselling offers a safe, confidential space where your grief can be witnessed and held with compassion.
Why Work with a Bereavement Counsellor in Shenfield (near Brentwood)?
Grief can be incredibly isolating, especially in a culture where death is rarely spoken about.
You may find yourself:
Worrying about upsetting others if you talk about your loss
Staying silent, even though the pain doesn’t go away
Feeling detached, anxious, tearful, or angry
Comparing yourself to others and thinking you’re grieving “the wrong way”
There is no right or wrong way to grieve. Bereavement counselling in Brentwood and Shenfield helps you explore your unique grief process, without judgment, and at your own pace.
Counselling for Professionals and Carers Coping with Loss
For those who are usually the strong one — the leader, provider, carer, or high achiever — grief can feel especially difficult. The expectation to “carry on” for everyone else may leave you silently breaking inside.
Many of my clients are professionals, carers, or business owners in Brentwood and Shenfield who feel the weight of responsibility while trying to manage their own loss. Bereavement counselling provides a space where you don’t have to hold it all together.
My Experience as a Bereavement Counsellor
My background includes several years working in a local hospice, supporting people:
- Facing anticipatory grief before a death
- In the raw days and weeks immediately after a loss
- Months or years later, when grief still lingered silently
Whether your loss is recent or long ago, whether you feel overwhelmed or strangely numb — you are welcome here.
How Bereavement Therapy Helps
Grief therapy does not try to “fix” you or erase your loss. Instead, it helps you:
- Understand what you are feeling and why it may shift from day to day
- Honour your relationship with the person who has died
- Create space for your own needs without guilt
- Move towards healing in a way that feels authentic and sustainable
You don’t need the right words. Just showing up is enough
Face-to-Face Grief Counselling in Shenfield, near Brentwood
- Location: Private therapy room in Shenfield (CM15), a short distance from Brentwood
- Format: Weekly face-to-face sessions (50 minutes)
- Approach: Confidential, compassionate, at your pace
Frequently Asked Questions about Bereavement Counselling in Brentwood
What is bereavement counselling?
Bereavement counselling provides a supportive, confidential space to explore the emotional, physical, and practical impact of grief. It allows you to process your loss and find a way forward without pressure.
How many sessions do I need?
There’s no set timeline. Some people find 10-20 sessions helpful, while others value ongoing support over many months. We will work at the pace that feels right for you.
Is bereavement counselling confidential?
Yes. All sessions are confidential, held in a safe and private therapy space in Shenfield, CM15.
Do you offer bereavement counselling near me?
Yes — I work with clients from Shenfield, Brentwood, and surrounding Essex areas.
How soon after a loss should I start bereavement counselling?
There is no right time to begin. Some people seek support immediately after a death, while others come months or even years later. Counselling can help whenever you feel the need for a safe, supportive space.
What should I expect in my first bereavement counselling session?
Your first session is a chance to share your story in a calm, private setting. We may talk about your loss, how you are coping day-to-day, and what you would like from counselling. There is no pressure — you set the pace.
How is bereavement counselling different from general therapy?
While all therapy offers support, bereavement counselling is specifically focused on the unique emotional, physical, and relational impact of grief. It provides space to honour your relationship with the person you’ve lost and to explore how life feels in the presence of that loss
Can grief counselling help if my loss happened years ago?
Yes. Grief does not always fade with time. Many people seek counselling years later when unprocessed feelings resurface, or when a new life event triggers past loss. Support can be valuable at any stage.
What if I don’t know how to talk about my grief?
That’s very common. You don’t need to arrive with the right words. Silence, tears, and confusion are often part of the grieving process and welcomed in bereavement counselling. Together, we’ll gently find a way to give shape to your experience.