Group Counselling

Nurturing collective healing and support.

End of life and grief counselling for groups is a powerful approach to supporting individuals who are navigating the complexities of loss and bereavement. It provides a space for shared experiences, mutual support, and collective healing. 

End of life counselling addresses the emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of individuals who are facing terminal illness or the prospect of death. It helps them come to terms with their mortality, find meaning in their experiences, and prepare for their final moments. Grief counselling, on the other hand, supports those who are mourning the loss of a loved one, helping them process their emotions and navigate the various stages of grief.

Group counselling offers a unique therapeutic environment where participants can share their stories, express their feelings, and receive support from others who are going through similar experiences. This collective setting can reduce feelings of isolation and provide a sense of belonging and understanding, promoting:

  • Shared Experiences: Group members can relate to each other’s experiences, which fosters a sense of camaraderie and solidarity.
  • Mutual Support: Participants can offer and receive practical advice, coping strategies, and emotional support.
  • Validation of Emotions: Hearing others articulate similar feelings can validate one’s own emotions, reducing feelings of abnormality or shame.
  • Diverse Perspectives: Group discussions can introduce new perspectives and insights, broadening individuals’ understanding of grief and healing.

The benefits of group counselling include:

  • Reduced isolation: Connecting participants with others who are experiencing the same emotions, group counselling reduces loneliness and fosters a sense of community.
  • Emotional Support: Comfort can be provided by knowing others are available to listen and offer empathy, which can reduce the burden of grief.
  • Increased resilience: Members can be empowered by the collective strength of the group by hearing about coping strategies and resilience of others. This can provide inspiration, helping participants navigate ways to manage their grief and find hope for the future.
  • Enhanced coping skills: Group discussions often reveal a variety of coping mechanisms and strategies. Learning from others helps provide practical tools for managing grief and adapting to life after a loss.
  • Validation of feelings: Hearing others express similar emotions and thoughts can help group members feel validated. 
  • A sense of purpose: Group participation can provide members with a sense of purpose and structure, with their contribution to the discussion and support to others providing a sense of meaning and fulfillment.   

Ideal for workplaces, flexible appointment times are available, with sessions able to be conducted online or in person.   

FAQ’s

We have put together a list of our most frequently asked questions.

How long is each session?

Sessions are 1 hour. Longer sessions are available by request. 

How many sessions can we have?

As many as you like. You may like to book a single group session, or multiple.

Where are sessions conducted?

Group sessions are usually conducted in the workplace or another venue arranged by the organisation.  

What if I struggle in a group setting?

A group setting isn’t for everyone. If you feel that you are struggling to manage your emotions and are uncomfortable at any stage, you will be offered additional support. If needed, you can be referred for individual counselling.  

Will anyone tell me what to do?

All participants are required to show respect to the rest of the group. Everyone is required to respect individual differences and be heard in a supportive, empathetic environment.

What about confidentiality?

The same requirements for confidentiality exist with group counselling as they do with individual sessions. All participants are expected to respect each others privacy, and will be required to sign documents outlining these requirements. 

View can read our privacy policy here.

Can I record my sessions?

Group sessions will be the same as if they are individual sessions. In this situation, they would not be recorded and for the same reasons, recording group sessions is not permitted.

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