There are a number of theories about what we go through when we are faced with a significant loss. These models can be useful to gain insight into what is going on and may be of help to evolve. I like the model developed by Warden who has divided the grief process up in major tasks we have to accomplish before we can move on.
I did my practicum at the Victoria Hospice Society. This included one-to-one counselling with individuals and families, and the facilitation of loss and grief support groups.
I use the experience gained at Victoria Hospice to provide one-on-one counselling support to individuals who are struggling to come to grips with a fundamental loss or are anticipating a loss in the near future.
Significant losses can show up everywhere and range from the loss of work, a partner (not only through death), the ability to do something, our senses, etc. Our orientation to a significant loss influences significantly how we experience that loss. Talking about how we orient to our loss and what our expectations are can influence how we feel and create the space we need to consider other options.
Phone me at 250-216 0431 for more information or contact me at counsellingclinic.timmermans@gmail.com.