What is it?

A safely held therapeutic space to share, honour and grieve any unsaid losses, past or present that you may be carrying. 

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Who is it for?

Anyone struggling with loss or holding onto grief or sadness. Losses are a natural, inevitable and ongoing part of all lives: bereavement, relationship endings, illness, lost pasts or futures, changes in identity or location - the ache of what never happened. ​The equally natural process of grieving however, seems to be more and more neglected in modern life. You’re welcome whether you’ve shared before or this is your first time acknowledging a loss aloud. You don’t need the right words, you just come as you are.

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- If your grief feels old or complicated, and hard to handle alone.

- If you’re carrying something heavy and don't know what to do with it.

- If you need a gently supportive structure to help honour it.

- If you’re supporting someone grieving and want to learn how to help.

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How does it work?​

Beginning: A short grounding exercise, followed by some simple group agreements to make the space safe for all.

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Round One: Each person is offered a few minutes to share. Listening is the main practice. We practice ‘witness not rescue’. Reflections are brief and respectful  acknowledging, not directing.

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Round two: A second gentle round for anything left unsaid. You’re free to pass. Poems, images, or brief prompts may be offered to help find language.

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Closing: We close with a grounding exercise and a short ritual of thanks. You may feel lighter, tender, or tired. This is normal. Proven and practical after-care suggestions are shared before we part.​
 

​When is it?

Monthly on a Wednesday evening from 7-9pm

Where is it?

10 Cavendish House, Haywards Heath, RH16 4SL see directions here

​​What should I bring?

Nothing is needed but a notebook or somewhere to rest your thoughts and/or something relevant to the loss; a photo, or memento often helps.

Who facilitates the group?

The circle is facilitated by myself Nathan - and Gavin. We're both psychotherapists with broad experience, much of which is in helping people to connect with, understand and grieve their losses. The intention of the circle is to offer a safely held space to share, where feelings are welcomed and nothing needs to be performed.

How do I book a space?

To book just click here and sign up to a session. Places are limited to 12 per session.

What does it cost?

The Circle has no fixed fee. It runs on a pay-what-you-can basis. You're invited to give what feels possible and appropriate for you. Your presence is the most important part and your contribution, whatever the amount (via the button below), helps keep the circle open for all.