Thank you for considering support from Grief Encounter.
How to get help
Call us on: 0808 802 0111
When emailing please include your name, number and the best time for us to call you.
We are available Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
What we provide
We know people’s needs differ so we offer a range of support services so you can find what feels right for you at the time.
We support children, young people and families who are experiencing mild to moderate difficulties caused by the death of someone close. We also take enquiries and provide schools and professionals with advice and talks.
Regarding direct services to families, we can provide help from our specialised team of trained Family Liaison Officers and Therapists, for:
To be eligible for our specialist one-to-one help and support from a qualified therapist, you will:
You/the child or young person will not be:
Please note, for more specialist support please contact your GP. In an emergency, please call the emergency services or go directly to your local Accident and Emergency department.
“I don’t think I would be smiling today if it wasn’t for Grief Encounter. My mum died suddenly when I was 15 and we never got to say goodbye. Several months later, my grandmother insisted I attend a Grief Encounter workshop – against my wishes. I never looked back and after several one-to-one therapy sessions and attending many other workshops, my life opened up and here I am today!”
Teenage girl, aged 17, whose mum died from a heart attack.