Loss or Bereavement

Although part of life, experiencing the loss or death of a loved one or collegue can have a deep impact on our life. Many people are unprepared for this due to taboos from their family or culture. Traumatic loss, such as suicide, a motor vehicle accident, or work place fatality, creates additional complications. Survivor's guilt is a common response.

Well meaning friends may tell you to "move on" or "get over it," but its not that easy. Counselling with Patrice or Jim helps to address the sensitive areas that others may not understand. Learning to live day to day and letting go of unresolved pain or guilt are important parts of healing.