Grief and Loss Counselling in Mornington
Grief is a natural response to losing someone or something deeply meaningful. While grief is a universal experience, each person’s journey through it is unique. Grief can affect emotions, thoughts, behaviour, and even physical health.
Peninsula MindCare provides a compassionate and supportive space to explore your grief, make sense of the loss, and find a path forward that honours your experience.
Signs and Symptoms
Grief can include a wide range of emotional and physical experiences, such as:
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Deep sadness, emptiness, or emotional numbness
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Changes in sleep or appetite
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Difficulty concentrating or remembering things
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Feelings of guilt, regret, or anger
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Withdrawal from social contact or usual activities
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Physical fatigue or heaviness
The impact of grief on daily life
Grief can make everyday tasks feel overwhelming. You might find it hard to focus at work, connect with loved ones, or find joy in things you once loved. These are natural reactions, but when grief feels unrelenting, gentle professional support can help you process and begin to heal.
Therapy doesn’t erase loss — it helps you carry it differently, with understanding and care.
Types of Grief
Grief can take many forms, and everyone experiences it differently. It’s not limited to the loss of a loved one.
Grief can arise from endings, life transitions, missed opportunities, or changes in health and relationships. Common types include:
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Anticipatory Grief: Feeling sadness before a loss occurs, such as during a loved one’s illness.
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Normal Grief: The typical emotional response to loss, which can include sadness, anger, and confusion.
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Complicated or Prolonged Grief: Intense grief that lasts longer than expected or significantly disrupts daily life.
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Disenfranchised Grief: Grief that isn’t socially acknowledged, such as the loss of a pet, a job, or a relationship.
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Cumulative Grief: Grief experienced from multiple losses or stressful events at the same time.
Understanding the type of grief you’re experiencing can help you find the right support and coping strategies.
When to seek support
Reach out for professional support if you notice:
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Intense sadness or emotional pain that doesn’t ease over time
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Difficulty functioning at work, school, or home
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Social withdrawal or feeling disconnected from loved ones
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Persistent anger, guilt, or regret that feels unmanageable
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Sleep disturbances, appetite changes, or physical symptoms caused by grief
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Feeling stuck, hopeless, or unable to move forward
