Bereavement & Grief Counselling In Bristol
Support Through Loss – You Don’t Have to Face It Alone
Grief is a deeply personal and often overwhelming experience. At Heart to Heart, we offer bereavement counselling in Bristol that provides a safe, supportive space to help you navigate the pain of losing someone close to you. Whether your loss is recent or something you’ve carried for years, our counsellors are here to walk alongside you as you process what it means, how it’s affected you, and how you can begin to move forward.
Understanding Bereavement and Grief
There’s no single way to grieve. Some people feel sadness, anger or numbness; others might experience confusion, guilt or relief. For many, grief changes shape over time — sometimes easing, sometimes resurfacing unexpectedly.
You might be grieving:
- A partner, family member or close friend
- A miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal loss
- The death of a pet
- The loss of a significant relationship
- A bereavement during COVID-19 or other crises
- Loss connected to complex or traumatic circumstances
- The absence of someone who was never fully present
Grief counselling in Bristol can help make sense of these feelings in a gentle, non-judgemental environment. You don’t need to be at a crisis point to seek support — if your loss is affecting your life, it matters.
What Is Bereavement Counselling?
Our bereavement counselling in Bristol is a space where you can talk openly about your loss — without pressure to “move on” or keep things together.
Counselling may help you:
- Talk about your loved one and what they meant to you
- Understand how grief is affecting your emotions, relationships or wellbeing
- Find ways to express pain, anger or regret
- Reconnect with yourself and what brings meaning to your life
- Adjust to a new reality — without forgetting the person you’ve lost
We don’t offer formulas or timelines. We meet you where you are, and support you to explore what’s happening at your pace.
Who We Work With
At Heart to Heart, we work with individuals aged 12 and up from all walks of life. We support people dealing with:
- Recent or long-standing grief
- Complicated or traumatic bereavement
- Multiple losses
- Loss of a parent, sibling, child, friend or partner
- Sudden or unexpected deaths
- Bereavement following illness or suicide
- Grief that feels stuck or unresolved
You don’t need to justify your grief. We recognise that any loss that affects your emotional wellbeing is valid, and worthy of support.
Why Choose Counselling?
Grief can make us feel isolated — even when we’re surrounded by others. Talking to a trained counsellor provides a different kind of space. It’s not about being strong or holding it together. It’s about being real, feeling seen, and giving yourself permission to mourn in your own way.
Common themes we explore in grief counselling include:
- Coping with intense sadness or loneliness
- Guilt, anger or feelings of ‘unfinished business’
- Anxiety, depression or emotional numbness
- Difficulty sleeping, concentrating or finding motivation
- Navigating family dynamics after a loss
- Remembering and honouring your loved one
- Rebuilding identity and purpose after bereavement
There is no “right” way to grieve. We’re here to help you find your way through it.
Our Approach to Bereavement Counselling in Bristol
Our counselling service is person-centred and grounded in compassion. This means we work collaboratively with you, rather than directing the process.
We offer:
- Warm, non-judgemental spaces to speak freely
- Flexible appointment options, including daytime, evening and online sessions
- Affordable counselling with transparent fees
- A focus on emotional safety, trust and human connection
We understand how vulnerable grief can make us feel. We’ll never rush you or push you to talk about things before you’re ready.
All of our counsellors adhere to the ethical frameworks of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or the National Counselling Society (NCS).
What You Can Expect
Here’s what the journey typically looks like:
- Reach out via our contact form, email or phone
- We’ll match you with a suitable counsellor based on your needs and preferences
- Initial session to get to know each other and talk about what support might look like
- Ongoing sessions — weekly or fortnightly — led at your pace
There’s no minimum or maximum number of sessions. Some people come for a few weeks; others choose longer-term support.
How Much Does It Cost?
We believe that grief support should be accessible.
Our current rates are:
- £30 per session with a student counsellor
- £40 per session with a qualified counsellor
- Concessions may be available depending on availability
Counselling can take place at our private Bristol therapy rooms or remotely via video or phone.
Our Clients Say…
“I didn’t know how to talk about losing my dad. Everyone else seemed to be moving on, but I was still struggling. Counselling gave me a place where I didn’t have to pretend I was OK.”
“It was the first time I’d really spoken about the miscarriage. It helped to hear someone say, ‘You don’t need to minimise this.’ I didn’t even realise I was doing that.”
Why Heart to Heart?
- Trusted Bristol-based counselling since 2016
- Accessible, affordable therapy with no long waiting lists
- Inclusive and LGBTQ+ affirmative
- Real people, not corporate systems
- Grounded in empathy, care and humanity
Whether you’re feeling lost in your grief or just need someone to listen — we’re here.
Reach Out Today
If you’re looking for bereavement counselling in Bristol or wondering whether grief therapy could help, we invite you to reach out.
There’s no right time to start counselling. But the moment you feel ready, we’re here to listen.
Contact us now to speak with a member of our team and take the first step toward healing.