Grief & Loss Support Group

Grief is a natural and complex emotional response to loss, encompassing a range of feelings such as sadness, anger, guilt, and longing. It can be triggered by various types of loss, including the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a significant life change, or the loss of a pet.

A support group can be incredibly helpful for individuals navigating grief for several reasons:

Validation and Understanding: Being part of a support group allows individuals to connect with others who are experiencing similar emotions and challenges. This sense of shared experience can provide validation and understanding that their feelings are normal and valid.

Emotional Support: Support groups offer a safe space where participants can express their thoughts and feelings without judgment. Sharing experiences and listening to others can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness often associated with grief.

Learning and Coping Strategies: Support groups often provide valuable information, resources, and coping strategies for dealing with grief. Members can learn from each other's experiences and gain insights into healthy ways to manage their emotions and navigate the grieving process.

Sense of Belonging: Grief can sometimes make individuals feel disconnected from others or their usual support networks. A support group can provide a sense of belonging and community, fostering relationships and bonds that offer comfort and support.

Normalization of Grief: In a support group, individuals can see that grief is a normal and natural process that takes time. Seeing others at different stages of the grieving journey can offer hope and perspective, showing that healing is possible even though the pain may be intense.

How it works:

1. You need to RSVP to the event on my website.

2. The event will be held via Microsoft Teams and the link for each session will be sent on the day of the session.

3. The sessions are held on the last Tuesday of every month from 18:00-19:00.

4. The cost is R10.00 per person per session.

5. You will only receive the link once the proof of payment has been received. 

Banking Details are as follows:

Account Name: Sue-Lee Henning Counselling

Bank: FNB

Account Type: Current

Account No.: 63096150859

Branch code: 250655

Please send proof of payment to info@sueleecounsellor.co.za